Future of Education Podcast
The Future of Education Podcast is the place to find out what's happening in schools. Our guests are wide and varied, from educators, entrepreneurs, athletes, celebrities, influencers and most importantly-our students! They all have one thing in common- they are passionate about reinventing education to make it relevant and efficient.
Our host, MacKenzie Price, is the Co-Founder of 2hr Learning (2hourlearning.com) and some of the top-performing schools in the country. 2 Hour Learning is a groundbreaking school model that is reshaping the landscape of K-12 education. It's powered by AI technology, enabling schools to provide personalized curriculum to students. Our K-12 schools perform in the top 2% nationwide by leveraging this personalize model to help students love school, learn twice as much, and build life skills. MacKenzie is at the forefront of educational transformation, striving for a balanced and enriching learning experience for every child. She graduated with a BA in Psychology from Stanford University and resides in Austin, Texas, with her husband and two daughters.
The Future of Education podcast is produced by 7 Lyons Media (7LyonsMedia.com). Please send press inquiries to [email protected].
- Update frequency
- every 3 days
- Average duration
- 19 minutes
- Episodes
- 235
- Years Active
- 2023 - 2025
S2E239: Why This 12-Year-Old Moved Across the Country for School (Part 1)
12-year-old Rourke shares why she left traditional school in NYC to attend Alpha and what learning looks like from her perspective.
00:18:14 |
Fri 20 Jun 2025
S2E238: Alpha Dads Tell All: Parenting Wins, Fails, and Real Talk (Part 2)
Alpha dads open up about parenting wins and regrets—and share honest thoughts on the Alpha experience.
00:19:59 |
Wed 18 Jun 2025
S2E237: “School Taught Me Nothing About Business” - YouTuber FaZe Blaze on Turning Gaming into a Business
Blazify shares how video games taught him the real-life skills school didn’t—and how he used them to build a YouTube empire and launch a product in Walmart.
00:22:56 |
Mon 16 Jun 2025
S2E235: How Work Ethic Took College Student Kendall Maynard from Straight A's to 2M Followers
Kendall Maynard shares how growing up in a small town, sports, and strong work ethic laid the foundation for her rise as a TikTok star.
00:19:55 |
Sat 14 Jun 2025
S2E234: Alpha Dads Talk Alternative Education (Part 1)
Three Alpha dads share why they chose alternative education and how it's transformed their kids’ learning experience.
00:23:59 |
Fri 13 Jun 2025
S2E215: Can A.I. Replace Teachers? Inside the Alpha Model with Guide Jawaan (Part 2)
MacKenzie and Alpha Guide Jawaan explore how A.I. fits into the classroom and what it means for the future of teaching.
00:19:36 |
Fri 06 Jun 2025
S2E233: How 2 Hour Learning Works - with Alpha Guide (and Former Teacher) Jawaan (Part 1)
Jawaan, an Alpha Guide and former traditional teacher, shares his perspective on the current state of education and how Alpha’s model compares.
00:18:48 |
Thu 05 Jun 2025
S2E232: Using Life Skills in the NFL: Demario & Tamela Davis (Part 2)
In Part 2, Demario and Tamela Davis share how life skills influence their homeschool journey, family life, and Demario’s career in the NFL.
00:27:53 |
Wed 04 Jun 2025
S2E231: Alpha High Student Spotlight: Alex's A.I. Therapy Plushie
Alpha High student Alex shares his masterpiece project experience.
00:12:59 |
Fri 30 May 2025
S2E230: Model Nicole Trunfio on Family and Education (Part 2)
In Part 2 of our conversation, model and founder Nicole Trunfio returns to share how she approaches parenting, family life, and education while raising her kids outside the spotlight.
00:11:15 |
Sat 24 May 2025
S2E229: Should Kids Be Gaming? YouTube Star Typical Gamer Shares His Story (Feat. Student Hosts!)
Typical Gamer shares how he turned a love of video games into a YouTube empire—and what students and parents should know about gaming today.
00:39:20 |
Fri 23 May 2025
S2E228: Why This NFL Star & His Wife Homeschool Their 5 Kids - DeMario and Tamela Davis
NFL star Demario Davis and his wife Tamela share their homeschooling journey and how they’ve built a family life that works on and off the field.
00:21:19 |
Wed 14 May 2025
S2E226: BUMPSUIT's Nicole Trunfio on Modeling and Motherhood
Former model and BUMPSUIT founder Nicole Trunfio shares how motherhood inspired her to build a stylish, functional maternity brand while balancing life as a CEO and mom.
00:24:47 |
Thu 08 May 2025
S2E225: The Rise of Alternative Schooling Options (Pt 2)
MacKenzie and producer Jay continue the conversation on alternative education, this time diving into how 2hr Learning works and why it's gaining traction among families looking for a more efficient, …
00:27:35 |
Thu 10 Apr 2025
S2E224: The Rise of Alternative Schooling Options (Pt 1)
MacKenzie and producer Jay explore the rise of microschooling, how it compares to traditional education, and why more families are choosing learner-centered alternatives like Montessori.
00:22:44 |
Thu 03 Apr 2025
S2E223: Ashley Barnes: The TikToker Helping Girls Push Through Mental Health Struggles
Ashley Barnes, a mental health advocate with over 2.6 million TikTok followers, shares her journey of overcoming bullying and depression, the impact of her school experience, and her mission to creat…
00:15:03 |
Fri 28 Mar 2025
S2E221: His Parents Supported His Creativity- Now He’s a YouTube Star: Noah Boat's Story
In this episode, MacKenzie chats with Noah Boat about how his parents' open-minded support helped him turn his creative ideas into a successful career, and how his school experience played a role in …
00:16:02 |
Mon 24 Mar 2025
S2E220: How Homeschooling Launched Sofie Dossi to Unbelievable Success
Homeschooled from a young age, Sofie Dossi shares how her unconventional education allowed her to pursue contortion, rise to fame, and turn her passion into a thriving career.
00:23:27 |
Mon 17 Mar 2025
S2E219: The Rise of Teen Girl Influencers (&why they're winning in business) with Sloane Price (Part 2)
MacKenzie and her daughter, Sloane, discuss the business of influencing, how she turned 2M TikTok followers into a business, and why teen girl influencers are outpacing tech bros.
00:18:50 |
Thu 13 Mar 2025
S2E215: Teen Entrepreneur & TikTok Star: Sloane’s Unconventional Education Journey (Part 1)
MacKenzie and her daughter, Sloane, discuss her unique education journey, TikTok fame, and balancing school with business.
00:23:44 |
Mon 10 Mar 2025
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