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The Future of EdTech Podcast

The Future of EdTech Podcast

Open eLMS 8 Episodes Aug 14, 2026

Welcome to The Future of EdTech Podcast, where we explore the technologies transforming education and workplace learning. From AI and automation to machine learning and emerging digital tools, each episode uncovers the innovations shaping how we teach, train and develop skills in the future!

Episodes

AI Isn't The Limit. Our Imagination Is | Josh Penzell, Imagination Applied
AI Isn't The Limit. Our Imagination Is | Josh Penzell, Imagination Applied Aug 14, 2026 00:53:34 Are we thinking big enough about what AI can actually do?In this episode of the Future of EdTech Podcast, Emil Reisser-Weston is joined by Josh Penzell, Founder and CEO of Imagination Applied to explore why the biggest limitation on AI might not be the technology, but our own imagination.From using AI to simply create PowerPoints and courses faster to building personalised learning experiences, si
Small AI Companies Will Beat The LMS Giants | Dan Murphy, PwC
Small AI Companies Will Beat The LMS Giants | Dan Murphy, PwC Aug 7, 2026 00:44:02 What happens when AI completely changes the way learning platforms are built?In Episode 10, Emil is joined by Daniel Murphy, Head of Site Reliability at PwC and creator of the Talk Tech To Me YouTube channel, to explore how AI is transforming learning technology, software development and the future of workplace learning.If you're interested in AI, learning technology, workplace learning or the fut
Adobe's Warning: Stop Building AI Courses | Dr WandaJean Jones, Adobe
Adobe's Warning: Stop Building AI Courses | Dr WandaJean Jones, Adobe Jul 24, 2026 00:43:00 What if AI isn't actually changing how people learn?In Episode 9, Emil is joined by Dr WandaJean Jones, AI Learning Strategy & Curriculum Leader at Adobe, to explore why the future of learning isn't about creating better courses, but creating better experiences.If you've been using AI to generate courses, this conversation may completely change the way you think about learning desi
Why Cyber Square Thinks We're Teaching AI Wrong | Haris NP, Cyber Square
Why Cyber Square Thinks We're Teaching AI Wrong | Haris NP, Cyber Square Jul 20, 2026 00:35:13 In Episode 8, Emil is joined by Haris NP, Founder and CEO of Cyber Square, to explore one of the biggest questions facing education today.Should schools simply teach students how to use AI, or should they be teaching them how to build with it?If every student has access to AI, what skills will really make them stand out?Learn more about Open eLMS:https://www.openelms.com01:00 Introduction02:15 Why
AI Shouldn't Be Easy | Patrick Bentley, Google Cloud
AI Shouldn't Be Easy | Patrick Bentley, Google Cloud Jul 12, 2026 00:55:29 In Episode 7, Emil is joined by Patrick Bentley from Google Cloud to explore one of the biggest misconceptions about artificial intelligence.As AI becomes increasingly capable, the temptation is to remove effort from learning altogether. But Patrick argues that genuine learning still requires challenge. The struggle isn't a flaw in the process, it's what helps us develop judgement, creativ
AI Is Making Learning Easier. That's The Problem | Dimitris Tolis, Human Asset
AI Is Making Learning Easier. That's The Problem | Dimitris Tolis, Human Asset Jul 11, 2026 00:43:50 Episode 5 of The Future of Edtech Podcast, Emil speaks with Dimitris Tolis, learning designer, researcher and AI specialist, about one of the biggest challenges facing education today: the illusion of learning.As AI tools become increasingly capable, learners can generate answers, pass assessments and produce assignments faster than ever before, but are they actually learning?Dimitris Tolis: https
The Human Skills AI Can't Replace | Andy Ayim MBE, Ayim Limited
The Human Skills AI Can't Replace | Andy Ayim MBE, Ayim Limited Jul 10, 2026 00:42:31 Join us on the Future of EdTech Podcast as we welcome Andy Ayim, MBE, an entrepreneur, investor, and educator. Discover how EdTech and AI are reshaping the future of learning and the human skills essential for thriving in an evolving economy.Andy Ayim: https://www.linkedin.com/in/andyayim/Emil Reisser Weston: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilrw/Learn more about Open eLMS: www.openelms.comCreate lea
From AI Experimentation To Meaningful Transformation | Andy Howie, Open eLMS
From AI Experimentation To Meaningful Transformation | Andy Howie, Open eLMS Jul 9, 2026 00:42:23 In this episode of the Future of EdTech Podcast, Emil is joined by Andy Howie to explore one of the biggest questions facing learning and development today: how do we move from AI experimentation to meaningful transformation? Drawing on conversations from the Future of Learning podcast and his experience working closely with organisations navigating change, Andy shares what leaders, learning teams
AI Agents Are Becoming Your Next Colleagues | Julian Musson, RevGeni
AI Agents Are Becoming Your Next Colleagues | Julian Musson, RevGeni Jul 7, 2026 00:51:31 In Episode 2 of the Future of EdTech Podcast, hosted by Emil Reisser-Weston, Emil is joined by Julian Musson to explore one of the most important shifts happening in technology today: the rise of AI agents. From digital colleagues and agentic workflows to AI-native businesses, Julian shares how organisations are beginning to move beyond chatbots and towards autonomous systems capable of researchin
Why AI Learning Must Become 'Edutainment' | Derek Bruce, Easy Generator
Why AI Learning Must Become 'Edutainment' | Derek Bruce, Easy Generator Jul 7, 2026 00:50:52 Welcome to The Future of Edtech Podcast - The new series exploring AI, Technology and Innovation in the Education Sector.In this episode, Emil Reisser-Weston speaks with Derek Bruce, Chief Learning and Knowledge Officer at Easy Generator, about how AI is reshaping workplace learning, coaching, skills development, and the future of the LMS.Emil: https://www.linkedin.com/in/emilrw/Derek: https://www

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