The Art & Science of Learning

130. The Power of Creativity to Transform Lives (Firdaus Kharas)

10 May 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode is all about creativity, which is not just about making art, it’s about how we think, adapt, connect, and imagine new possibilities. It...

129. How AI Is Reshaping Learning and What L&D Leaders Need to Consider (Dr. David Guralnick )

30 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode, I sit down with Dr. David Guralnick, Founder & Chair of the Learning Ideas Conference, to explore what’s really happening at the in...

128. Top Trends in Workplace L&D in 2026 (Donald Taylor)

03 Apr 2026

Contributed by Lukas

The Learning and Development (L&D) Global Sentiment Survey takes the pulse of where workplace learning is headed this year. With thousands of L&D prof...

127. Reflecting on IEEE EDUCON 2025 London Conference

19 Mar 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This episode brings you a special overview of the IEEE EDUCON 2025, held in London. EDUCON is one of the leading global conferences focused on enginee...

126. Beyond the Hype: Rethinking Education in the Age of AI

28 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

Artificial intelligence is advancing at an extraordinary pace, and education is being reshaped whether we are ready for it or not. In this episode,...

125. Music and the Mind: Inside the Global Launch of the Royal Conservatory of Music’s Smart Start Program

06 Jan 2026

Contributed by Lukas

This special episode comes directly from an inspiring day at the Royal Conservatory of Music (RCM) in Toronto, where the global launch of the Smart St...

124. Music & Neuroscience: The Royal Conservatory of Music’s Innovative Approach to Early Childhood Education (Alexander Brose)

30 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

For the past decade, The Royal Conservatory of Music in Toronto, Canada, has partnered with leading neuroscientists to develop an early childhood educ...

123. Urgency of Learning How to Learn in the Age of AI (Trini Balart)

24 Oct 2025

Contributed by Lukas

There are significant challenges in education that have been ignored for too long, and AI is forcing us to confront them urgently; otherwise, AI will ...

122. A Technical School Forged by Engineers, Fueled by Purpose (Tudor Andrei Tămâian, Principal of Anghel Saligny Technical High School)

21 Aug 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This is very special episode of the podcast — one that’s quite personal and rooted in a story that spans generations. Earlier this summer, I ha...

121. Learning in Museums - Visiting 9 Ottawa Museums in 3 Days

25 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This is a special episode in which I’m reflecting on a unique experience that I undertook: visiting 9 Ottawa museums in just 3 days to explore how e...

120. Entrepreneurial Mindset & Skills (Dr. Wendy Cukier)

03 Jul 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Entrepreneurial skills aren’t just for entrepreneurs, they are essential to everyone. In times of turbulence and unpredictability, having an entrepr...

119. Special Episode: Highlights from Ottawa Innovation Week

24 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This is a special episode featuring highlights from the inaugural Ottawa Innovation Week, with seven insightful interviews from some of the most inspi...

118. Launching Ottawa Innovation Week (Sonya Shorey)

06 Jun 2025

Contributed by Lukas

Something exciting is happening in my hometown of Ottawa, and I’m looking forward to sharing it with you on the podcast. Next week, from June 9th to...

117. Reflections on the Learning Ideas Conference - Mini interviews with speakers

29 May 2025

Contributed by Lukas

This is a special episode that features seven mini-interviews with speakers at last year’s Learning Ideas Conference, which was held at Columbia Uni...

116. Learning to Build the Career of Your Dreams (Dr Ilona Holland)

29 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Changing careers or building a business can be daunting, and it requires learning many new skills and being creative. In this episode, my guest is one...

115. Fostering Innovation with Emerging Tech in L&D (Sam Lee & Veronica Gomez)

14 Nov 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As new technologies like AI, are disrupting the way we work, there is an increasing need for effective ways to integrate these innovations into workfl...

114. Organizational Learning and Development Insights (Michelle Parry-Slater)

31 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The author of a fantastic book - The Learning and Development Handbook: A learning practitioner’s toolkit – is the guest in this episode. I enjoye...

113. Podcasts as Learning Tools in the Workplace (Adam Lacey)

17 Oct 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Podcasts can be a great way of learning but are rarely used in workplace training. In this episode, my guest is the co-founder of Assemble You, a comp...

112. How to Ensure Quality in Workplace L&D

12 Sep 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Having a quality management system in L&D can help ensure that the final learning experience is of high quality. In this episode, the author of the ne...

111. Chatbot Coaching in the Workplace (Emma Weber)

26 Jul 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Coaching can be a powerful tool to transfer learning to improving on-the-job performance. However, it is often challenging to scale coaching to an ent...

110. Leadership Insights from an Award-Winning Head of School (Helen Pike)

28 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Leading a great school requires many diverse skills that enable both the students and adults in the school to thrive. In September 2023 I had the hono...

109. Oxford University’s Newest College - Reuben College (Prof. Lionel Tarassenko)

07 Jun 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The University of Oxford is made up of over 30 colleges and halls spread across the city centre and beyond. These colleges are at the heart of Oxford'...

108. Workflow Learning with Superflow & Being a Female Tech Founder (Priszcilla Varnagy)

23 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Learning in the flow of work is a powerful way of learning and improving business outcomes. Superflow is a new platform that enables organizations to ...

107. What is a Futurist and Why Do We Need One? (Dr Fawaz Abu Sitta)

09 May 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In a complex and ever-changing world, the role of futurists is becoming more prevalent. Governments and businesses are hiring futurists to help prepar...

106. Behavioural Intelligence in Workplace Learning Technology (Patrick Veenhoff)

09 Apr 2024

Contributed by Lukas

What attributes impact an individual’s performance in the workplace? My guest in this episode addresses this with a technology he developed that use...

105. Importance of Dialogue with AI and Learning Technologies (Prof. Rupert Wegerif, Cambridge University)

20 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As technology evolves and we move into the age of AI, it is increasingly more important that we don’t just use technology, but we have a dialogue wi...

104. A Leader’s Guidebook to Personal Development (Prof. Maja Djikic, University of Toronto)

07 Mar 2024

Contributed by Lukas

As we strive to improve ourselves, to reach our true potential, it is easy to feel stuck. Learning and developing is a natural process for children. H...

103. Top Trends in Workplace L&D in 2024 (Donald Taylor)

22 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

The Learning and Development (L&D) Global Sentiment Survey takes the pulse of where workplace learning is headed this year. With thousands of L&D prof...

102. Designing Learning Spaces and Change Leadership (Liz Free)

08 Feb 2024

Contributed by Lukas

In the beautiful Swiss Alps, the International School Rheintal has just finished building a completely new campus. It is rare for an established schoo...

Understanding Design Thinking (Nilufer Erdebil)

24 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Design thinking is a skill that can transform all aspects of your work. However, it is not necessarily easy to fully understand the nuances and how to...

Celebrating 100 Episodes with Two Leading Learning Podcasters (Prof. Chris Dede & John Helmer)

04 Jan 2024

Contributed by Lukas

Welcome to the 100th episode of The Art & Science of Learning podcast in which we are celebrating this major milestone. What an incredibly rewarding a...

99. Reflections on The Learning Ideas Conference 2023 with Dr. David Guralnick

27 Dec 2023

Contributed by Lukas

This special episode is a reflection on The Learning Ideas Conference that took place in June 2023 in New York City and online. The Learning Ideas Con...

98. Exploring the National Museum of Mathematics in NYC (Cindy Lawrence)

19 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The National Museum of Mathematics, MoMath for short, is a magical place in Manhattan NYC where you can experience mathematics. This is the only museu...

97. Frontline Workers Learning in the Flow of Work (Carol Leaman)

06 Jul 2023

Contributed by Lukas

Learning in the flow of work can be an incredibly effective tool for continuous improvement and employee engagement. Axonify is a technology company t...

96. Reinventing Work and the Workplace (Julia Hobsbawm OBE)

22 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The debate on whether to go back to the office or work from home has been getting louder in recent years, but not necessarily clearer. The reimagining...

95. Strategies for Organizations to Make the Most of Online Learninng (Dr David Guralnick)

08 Jun 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode the author of the book How, Organizations Can Make the Most of Online Learning, discusses key strategies and insights on how to improv...

94 Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events - Reflecting a Year On

24 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

In the seventh, and final, episode of the special series - Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events in collaboration with the The Learning Ideas Conference ...

93. Top Trends in Workplace L&D in 2023 (Donald Taylor)

02 May 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The Learning and Development (L&D) Global Sentiment Survey takes the pulse of where workplace learning is headed this year. With thousands of L&a...

92. Wellness in the Workplace

07 Jan 2023

Contributed by Lukas

The start of a new year provides an opportunity to reflect on the past and make plans for the future. On this podcast we talk about different aspects ...

91. What Can an Octopus Teach Us About Intelligence? (Prof Jennifer Mather)

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What does intelligence really mean? Throughout history humans have looked in the mirror and defined intelligence in their image. Tests have been desig...

91. What Can an Octopus Teach Us About Intelligence? (Prof Jennifer Mather)

22 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

What does intelligence really mean? Throughout history humans have looked in the mirror and defined intelligence in their image. Tests have been desig...

90. Communicating for Organizational Engagement in a Hybrid World (Dr Susan Glaser & Dr Peter Glaser)

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the hybrid workplace it can be challenging to communicate in a way that fosters engagement. However, there are some new strategies and tools to tha...

90. Communicating for Organizational Engagement in a Hybrid World (Dr Susan Glaser & Dr Peter Glaser)

01 Sep 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the hybrid workplace it can be challenging to communicate in a way that fosters engagement. However, there are some new strategies and tools to tha...

89. Engaged Testing in the Classroom (Dr Melanie Adrian & Emily-Jean Gallant)

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Exams can send shivers down a student’s spine, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Exams can be a positive learning experience, not a punitive exe...

89. Engaged Testing in the Classroom (Dr Melanie Adrian & Emily-Jean Gallant)

18 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Exams can send shivers down a student’s spine, but it doesn’t have to be that way. Exams can be a positive learning experience, not a punitive exe...

88. How to Build Thriving Learning Communities at Work (Anamaria Dorgo)

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Creating and fostering effective learning communities in the workplace requires a lot of skill, particularly in a hybrid world. There are many strateg...

88. How to Build Thriving Learning Communities at Work (Anamaria Dorgo)

04 Aug 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Creating and fostering effective learning communities in the workplace requires a lot of skill, particularly in a hybrid world. There are many strateg...

87. Future Ready Talent Framework and Lifelong Learning (Anne-Marie Fannon)

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Work-Learn Institute, at the internationally renowned University of Waterloo in Canada, has developed the Future Ready Talent Framework. This fram...

87. Future Ready Talent Framework and Lifelong Learning (Anne-Marie Fannon)

21 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Work-Learn Institute, at the internationally renowned University of Waterloo in Canada, has developed the Future Ready Talent Framework. This fram...

86. How to Get Your Ideas Across (Barry J. McLoughlin)

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Getting your ideas across clearly is a critical skill in any career. However, speaking to an audience is one of the greatest fears people have. In thi...

86. How to Get Your Ideas Across (Barry J. McLoughlin)

07 Jul 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Getting your ideas across clearly is a critical skill in any career. However, speaking to an audience is one of the greatest fears people have. In thi...

85. Indigenous Conservation Courses by UN Association in Canada (Jaime Webbe)

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Indigenous Conservation curriculums, for elementary and high school students, are beautiful and insightful learning resource produced by the Unite...

85. Indigenous Conservation Courses by UN Association in Canada (Jaime Webbe)

24 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Indigenous Conservation curriculums, for elementary and high school students, are beautiful and insightful learning resource produced by the Unite...

84. Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events – How to Connect in Hybrid

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the sixth episode of the special series - Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events in collaboration with The Learning Ideas Conference 2022 – we discus...

84. Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events – How to Connect in Hybrid

10 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the sixth episode of the special series - Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events in collaboration with The Learning Ideas Conference 2022 – we discus...

83. Reflections on the Learning Technologies Conference 2022

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I reflect on the Learning Technologies Conference 2022 and my experience attending the conference in May 2022 in London. The follo...

83. Reflections on the Learning Technologies Conference 2022

03 Jun 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In this episode I reflect on the Learning Technologies Conference 2022 and my experience attending the conference in May 2022 in London. The follo...

82. Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events – Physical Space in Hybrid

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the sixth episode of the special series – Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events with The Learning Ideas Conference 2022 – we discuss some importan...

82. Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events – Physical Space in Hybrid

18 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the sixth episode of the special series – Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events with The Learning Ideas Conference 2022 – we discuss some importan...

81. Writing for Wikipedia as a Learning Tool

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can university and high school educators design projects for their students that combine active learning, group work, research and have an impact ...

81. Writing for Wikipedia as a Learning Tool

04 May 2022

Contributed by Lukas

How can university and high school educators design projects for their students that combine active learning, group work, research and have an impact ...

80. Workplace Learning Technology in Canada (Dr Cindy Plunkett)

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discussing the latest trends, tips to incorporate learning in the workplace, and the upcoming Canadian eLearning Conference with someone at the center...

80. Workplace Learning Technology in Canada (Dr Cindy Plunkett)

27 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Discussing the latest trends, tips to incorporate learning in the workplace, and the upcoming Canadian eLearning Conference with someone at the center...

79. Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events – Programing Constraints

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the fifth episode of the special series - Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events with The Learning Ideas Conference 2022 – we discuss the nuances of ...

79. Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events – Programing Constraints

20 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the fifth episode of the special series - Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events with The Learning Ideas Conference 2022 – we discuss the nuances of ...

78. The Creative Process (Prof Jinny Yu)

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Creating something new is never a linear process, there are ups and downs along the way. However, there are striking similarities in the process of di...

78. The Creative Process (Prof Jinny Yu)

13 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Creating something new is never a linear process, there are ups and downs along the way. However, there are striking similarities in the process of di...

77. Learning for Policy Makers & Leaders (Francois Gagnon)

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Policy makers around the world are faced with complex and quickly changing issues that they need to understand in order to design public policy. Learn...

77. Learning for Policy Makers & Leaders (Francois Gagnon)

06 Apr 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Policy makers around the world are faced with complex and quickly changing issues that they need to understand in order to design public policy. Learn...

76. The Art of Constructive Feedback (Laura Peck)

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Constructive feedback is essential to learning, both in the workplace and beyond. But giving feedback does not always have the intended outcomes. My g...

76. The Art of Constructive Feedback (Laura Peck)

30 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Constructive feedback is essential to learning, both in the workplace and beyond. But giving feedback does not always have the intended outcomes. My g...

75. Dyslexia Screening Bill: Providing support at school & work (The Rt Hon Matt Hancock)

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week. To mark the occasion, I am joined by the United Kingdom’s former Health Secretary, who is working to i...

75. Dyslexia Screening Bill: Providing support at school & work (The Rt Hon Matt Hancock)

23 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

This week is Neurodiversity Celebration Week. To mark the occasion, I am joined by the United Kingdom’s former Health Secretary, who is working to i...

74. Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events – Personalizing Tech Platforms

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the fourth episode in the special series - Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events with The Learning Ideas Conference 2022 - we will discuss the reasons...

74. Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events – Personalizing Tech Platforms

16 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the fourth episode in the special series - Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events with The Learning Ideas Conference 2022 - we will discuss the reasons...

73. How Can We Change Our Minds? (Anne Mahon)

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learning is about being open to the possibility of changing our minds. Without the ability to constantly learn and change our minds, it is impossible ...

73. How Can We Change Our Minds? (Anne Mahon)

08 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Learning is about being open to the possibility of changing our minds. Without the ability to constantly learn and change our minds, it is impossible ...

72. ADHD in Adults (Heidi Bernhardt)

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Heidi Bernhardt is the founder of the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC), a charity dedicated to awareness, education, and advocacy for ADHD. T...

72. ADHD in Adults (Heidi Bernhardt)

02 Mar 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Heidi Bernhardt is the founder of the Centre for ADHD Awareness Canada (CADDAC), a charity dedicated to awareness, education, and advocacy for ADHD. T...

71. What is the “I” in AI? (Flynn Coleman)

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Intelligence is an area that we don’t truly understand. Only recently have we started to understand and acknowledge the different strengths of neuro...

71. What is the “I” in AI? (Flynn Coleman)

23 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Intelligence is an area that we don’t truly understand. Only recently have we started to understand and acknowledge the different strengths of neuro...

70. Top Trends in Workplace L&D in 2022

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Learning and Development (L&D) Global Sentiment Survey takes the pulse of where workplace learning is headed this year. With thousands of L&D prof...

70. Top Trends in Workplace L&D in 2022

16 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

The Learning and Development (L&D) Global Sentiment Survey takes the pulse of where workplace learning is headed this year. With thousands of L&D prof...

69. Tech that Enables Remote Work & Learning (Nancy Knowlton)

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nancy Knowlton is the co-founder and CEO of Nureva Inc., an award-winning technology company that builds audio conferencing solutions that supports hy...

69. Tech that Enables Remote Work & Learning (Nancy Knowlton)

09 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

Nancy Knowlton is the co-founder and CEO of Nureva Inc., an award-winning technology company that builds audio conferencing solutions that supports hy...

68. Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events – New Tech Platforms

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the third episode of the special series - Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events with The Learning Ideas Conference 2022 - we will explore the latest t...

68. Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events – New Tech Platforms

02 Feb 2022

Contributed by Lukas

In the third episode of the special series - Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events with The Learning Ideas Conference 2022 - we will explore the latest t...

67. Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events – Selecting the Tech Platform

15 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the second episode of the special series - Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events with The Learning Ideas Conference 2022 - we will explore how to sele...

67. Special Episode: Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events – Selecting the Tech Platform

15 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In the second episode of the special series - Reinventing Hybrid Learning Events with The Learning Ideas Conference 2022 - we will explore how to sele...

66. Increasing Equity of Learning Access – Catapult Program (Ikem Opara)

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lack of access and equity to receiving a good education has been exacerbated during the last year and a half. The need to address these gaps is more i...

66. Increasing Equity of Learning Access – Catapult Program (Ikem Opara)

08 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Lack of access and equity to receiving a good education has been exacerbated during the last year and a half. The need to address these gaps is more i...

65. Teaching Yoga to Seniors and Wellbeing (Georgia Morissette)

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It is never too late to learn a new skill, however learning at different stages in life may require different strategies. Yoga is recognized for havin...

65. Teaching Yoga to Seniors and Wellbeing (Georgia Morissette)

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It is never too late to learn a new skill, however learning at different stages in life may require different strategies. Yoga is recognized for havin...

65. Teaching Yoga to Seniors and Wellbeing (Georgia Morissette)

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It is never too late to learn a new skill, however learning at different stages in life may require different strategies. Yoga is recognized for havin...

65. Teaching Yoga to Seniors and Wellbeing (Georgia Morissette)

01 Dec 2021

Contributed by Lukas

It is never too late to learn a new skill, however learning at different stages in life may require different strategies. Yoga is recognized for havin...

64. Fostering Innovation & Civic Engagement – Rideau Hall Foundation (Teresa Marques)

24 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Innovation and civic engagement are important elements for a thriving community and country. Fostering an environment where people can learn to be inn...

64. Fostering Innovation & Civic Engagement – Rideau Hall Foundation (Teresa Marques)

24 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

Innovation and civic engagement are important elements for a thriving community and country. Fostering an environment where people can learn to be inn...

63. Reinventing Hybrid Events – Introduction to Series (Special Episode with The Learning Ideas Conference)

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In-person events are slowly returning, and the future is hybrid. Creating a successful hybrid class, conference, or meeting requires new skills. In th...

63. Reinventing Hybrid Events – Introduction to Series (Special Episode with The Learning Ideas Conference)

17 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

In-person events are slowly returning, and the future is hybrid. Creating a successful hybrid class, conference, or meeting requires new skills. In th...

62. Rethinking What We Value in Education (Dr Alison Clark-Wilson)

10 Nov 2021

Contributed by Lukas

What we value in education greatly informs both the kind of research that takes place and the technologies that are developed in support. Globally the...