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The news concerning hacked refrigerators in France is unpacked! The guys also talk about Amazon’s recent acquisition of the wearable AI company \"Bee\" and the launch of inexpensive always-on recording devices (wrist-worn and phone-back forms). They debate how districts should respond to wearable recorders - considering state recording laws, IEP and parent meeting recordings, test security, and whether existing device policies cover these new tools. https://www.reddit.com/r/k12sysadmin/comments/1wzhygu/proxy_hiding_in_the_googleapiscom_domain/ ———— Sponsored by: Rise Vision ClassLink Lightspeed Systems Fortinet NTP ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/r4xcvhamsnnb2qvk/riverside_edit_-_josh_chris_mark_k12_tech_talk_s_stu8nb3o.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 343, "name": "Episode 286 - Vibe Coding, Canvas, & Bidets", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-286-vibe-coding-canvas-and-bidets", "datePublished": "2026-10-09", "dateText": "Oct 9, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3994", "description": "Episode 286 dives into Josh and Chris' Google Education Leaders Series meeting in Atlanta, a Brookings study tracking student reactions to school cell phone bans across a full school year, and Common Sense Media’s evaluation of ChatGPT for Teens. The Google coverage centers on Gemini and the new Canvas feature. The guys describe creating polished Google Sheets dashboards and accessible tools in minutes and show how quick, whimsical vibe coding can generate games - but they warn that those same creative powers let students build distractions or bypass controls. Finally, Chris interviews Skip Cooley from Managed Methods (Skip is a former K12 tech) and he introduces Cloud Admin - a new admin tool for Google Workspace that exposes recent admin activity, simplifies bulk user/group/device operations, manages shared calendars and allowed domains, and offers easier remediation without command‑line tools. Articles discussed: Guidance to Educational Institutions on Swatting Threats (ED and DOJ Dear Colleague Letter GEN-26-04, September 25, 2026) A year later, what teens tell us about school cellphone bans (Brookings, September 10, 2026; Dan Silver, Amie Rapaport, Morgan Polikoff) ChatGPT for Teens Risk Assessment (Common Sense Media Youth AI Safety Institute, updated October 7, 2026) Play the Josh-the-Avenger Game! *Mark created this game... this game is NOT as good as the game Chris created... but it's still good lolololol... Vide code your own Josh game... lol Controls: Space = Say NO to teachers Alt = Smash the AI bots with a Googlebook E = Use the Magical Bidet ———— Sponsored by: IncidentIQ VIZOR ClassLink Fortinet Extreme Networks NTP Managed Methods ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/9bm3tnsd4p6xycrc/riverside_edit_-_new_project_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_4_9ps26.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 342, "name": "Episode 285 - Googlebook Arrives, Gemini Gems Ends", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-285-googlebook-arrives-gemini-gems-ends", "datePublished": "2026-10-02", "dateText": "Oct 2, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2729", "description": "Episode 285 dives into a fast‑moving week of K12 tech news. The guys discuss Hazel Health (a telehealth provider reportedly targeted by the Direwolf ransomware group) and a confirmed Frontline breach. Josh, Chris, and Mark break down Google's latest moves - an early consumer rollout of Googlebook, the timeline for education management controls, and Google’s decision to retire Gemini Gems and migrate functionality into cross‑platform \"skills.\" They debate the need for more granular Google Admin Console controls so districts can toggle AI features selectively rather than adopting an all‑or‑nothing rollout. The episode also features an interview with Michael Marassa about adopting Lumu for K12 cybersecurity. ———— Sponsored by: Lumu - https://lumu.io/blog/instructure-canvas-breach-k12-supply-chain-security/ - https://lumu.io/blog/chromebook-visibility-school-cyber-stack/ Fortinet Lightspeed Insight Managed Methods ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/uvpg4pui3vcjp32i/riverside_edit_-_new_project_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_1_6w01d.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 341, "name": "Episode 284 - Be Friends with Your Facilities Dept", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-284-be-friends-with-your-facilities-dept", "datePublished": "2026-09-25", "dateText": "Sep 25, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3198", "description": "In this episode, Chris, Mark, and AI Josh discuss research studies about classroom technology, AI tutors, student-device use, and the alarming state of U.S. school facilities. The main segment examines the GAO’s nationally representative survey of over 400 districts that found 1 in 5 schools closed at least one day last year due to a facility emergency, with an estimated 3.5 million lost student days and major impacts on telecom, WiFi, power, and climate control. The guys talk about how aging infrastructure, lack of capital bonds, and construction or maintenance work can directly damage networking closets, cause overheating or water intrusion, and disrupt classroom technology. https://www.gao.gov/products/gao-26-107970 ———— Sponsored by: Lumu - https://lumu.io/blog/instructure-canvas-breach-k12-supply-chain-security/ - https://lumu.io/blog/chromebook-visibility-school-cyber-stack/ Fortinet Incident IQ - Register for Overcoming Skepticism: AI’s Place in K-12 IT Operations Managed Methods VIZOR Chromebookparts.com - Contact customersupport@chromebookparts.com with the code: WELCOME TO CHROME IMPROVEMENT for an additional 10% percent off your next order! ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/92xsr9wzvh7rv3e4/riverside_edit_-_chris_mark_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_1_b7eyk.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 340, "name": "Episode 283 - Florida’s AI Opt‑Out: What It Means for Schools, Teachers, and EdTech", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-283-florida-s-ai-opt-out-what-it-means-for-schools-teachers-and-edtech", "datePublished": "2026-09-18", "dateText": "Sep 18, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3148", "description": "On this episode, Josh, Mark, and Chris break down Florida’s new law requiring districts to notify parents in plain language when AI tools are used in classrooms and to offer opt‑outs - a policy the hosts unpack for feasibility, operational impact, and how it might force edtech vendors to add more granular control or risk being blocked. The guys also cover OpenAI’s $5 million grant program to study how generative AI affects teens, the recent launch of a teen‑specific ChatGPT experience, and how large districts like New York City are tightening YouTube access (allowing teachers to share videos via links but otherwise restricting the app). They discuss real classroom implications - from Grammarly and Quizlet adding AI features to Canva’s built‑in generators - and the difficulty of implementing opt‑outs at scale without creating headaches for IT staff and teachers. ChatGPT for Teens: https://openai.com/index/chatgpt-for-teens/ ———— Sponsored by: Lumu - https://lumu.io/blog/instructure-canvas-breach-k12-supply-chain-security/ - https://lumu.io/blog/chromebook-visibility-school-cyber-stack/ Fortinet Lightspeed Systems Managed Methods Chromebookparts.com - Contact customersupport@chromebookparts.com with the code: WELCOME TO CHROME IMPROVEMENT for an additional 10% percent off your next order! ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/zs2uv9594mkaxdx6/riverside_edit_-_josh_mark_chris_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_3_86ics.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 339, "name": "Episode 282 - What happens when districts adopt Agentic AI?", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-282-what-happens-when-districts-adopt-agentic-ai", "datePublished": "2026-09-11", "dateText": "Sep 11, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2451", "description": "In episode 282, Josh, Chris, and Mark cover the controversy over the White House’s new arcade site, the major cyberattack that shut down Springfield (MA) Public Schools, and Josh's takeaways from Google’s AI Educator event in Austin. The main segment dives deep into agentic AI - autonomous AI agents that can act on systems instead of only returning chat responses. The trio walks through scenarios that K–12 tech leaders need to consider: agents updating SIS rosters, automating procurement and purchase approvals, rebooting classroom devices via help-desk automation, and security use cases where camera-detected threats could trigger lockdown procedures. They debate thresholds for false positives, legal and reporting risks, and where to require human oversight. Google training that Josh talked about ———— Sponsored by: Lumu Fortinet ClassLink Adira Extreme Networks Chromebookparts.com - Contact customersupport@chromebookparts.com with the code: WELCOME TO CHROME IMPROVEMENT for an additional 10% percent off your next order! ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/cwbu8s3r6cvsc7h5/riverside_edit_-_josh_mark_chris_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_1_7kroh.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 338, "name": "Episode 281 - When the Biggest Districts Say \"No\" to AI", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-281-when-the-biggest-districts-say-no-to-ai", "datePublished": "2026-09-04", "dateText": "Sep 4, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2391", "description": "Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss the PaperCut vulnerability, Anthropic’s Claude for Teachers, and then... AI and screen-time. Policy and pedagogy take center stage with two of the country’s largest districts making opposite moves - New York City’s one-year pause on student-facing generative AI in K-8 and recommended screen-time limits, and LAUSD’s district-wide ban and filter-based blocking of generative AI. The guys unpack what those decisions mean for teachers, students, vendors (toggles on/off and paid feature concerns), and equity - including how teachers view AI as a productivity tool but remain cautious about its role in learning. ———— Sponsored by: Lumu Fortinet Lightspeed World Wide Technology Chromebookparts.com - Contact customersupport@chromebookparts.com with the code: WELCOME TO CHROME IMPROVEMENT for an additional 10% percent off your next order! ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/znxj3jwnpxw4zwt9/riverside_edit_-_281_k12_tech_talk_s_stubdafe.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 337, "name": "Episode 280 - Dell Technologies Education Strategist Marlo Gaddis", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-280-dell-technologies-education-strategist-marlo-gaddis", "datePublished": "2026-08-31", "dateText": "Aug 31, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "1657", "description": "In this special Dell‑sponsored episode of K12 Tech Talk, Chris sits down with Marlo Gaddis, a former educator and current K‑12 Education Strategist at Dell. Marlo shares explains Dell’s reinvestment in K‑12 (focused on support over sales), and frames the major challenges and opportunities facing school technology leaders today. The conversation explores what has remained constant in K‑12 tech and highlights the importance of intentional, purpose‑driven technology use. Screen time is unpacked with practical takeaways: audit current practice, collect data (minutes and active vs passive usage), focus on the quality of learning experiences, and communicate clearly with families and the community. Marlo emphasizes active, meaningful uses of devices (creating, collaborating) versus passive consumption like doomscrolling. On AI, Marlo urges context‑based decisions rather than blanket bans or unrestricted access. Districts should assess readiness, define guardrails, evaluate continuously, and adopt AI where it legitimately solves instructional or operational problems. Budget pressures and sustainability are central themes: build plans that prioritize purpose, sustainability, and staffing, and rely on inventories and gap analyses to make data‑informed choices. Marlo’s leadership advice for new and seasoned K‑12 tech directors is concrete - know your people and culture, form cross‑department partnerships (curriculum, CFO, facilities, transportation), start with manageable wins, and use distributed leadership to scale change. ———— Dell K-12 Marlo’s recent YouTube video The K–12 Tech Reckoning Is Here Three Priorities Driving K-12 Technology Decisions Today | Dell From Acquisition to Accountability: The New Era of K–12 Technology Decisions ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/jcywg6hrr7szjbcq/dell_ep1.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 336, "name": "Episode 279 - Meta's $18B Settlement & Microsoft's Move to Passkeys", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-279-meta-s-18b-settlement-and-microsoft-s-move-to-passkeys", "datePublished": "2026-08-28", "dateText": "Aug 28, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3497", "description": "Josh, Chris and Mark talk back-to-school anecdotes - Chromebook rollouts, teacher tickets, and custodial tech onboarding, then dig into the news headlines of the week. First, Meta’s landmark $18 billion settlement with dozens of states over youth mental health concerns tied to Facebook and Instagram. The guys talk settlement terms, default safety measures for 13–17 year-olds (two-hour daily limits, night/school modes, restricted notifications), content-moderation defaults, and uncertainty about age verification. Next, they review the growing pushback in New York City public schools against AI adoption. Next, the guys dive into Microsoft’s move to make passkeys the default for Entra ID authentication. What is a passkey? How does it differ from SMS or authenticator codes? Microsoft's timeline? Finally, Chris interviews Amy Bennett, Chief of Staff at Lightspeed Systems, about screen time visibility and the product Insight. Amy demonstrates how districts can use screen-time analytics to benchmark usage by grade and app, drill down to school - and student-level views, and share transparent data with parents and boards to inform policy decisions. FULL VIDEO OF THE INSIGHT DEMO PORTION IS HERE --> https://youtu.be/zoT2qGJonSg ———— Sponsored by: Meter Lumu Fortinet Manged Methods Extreme Incident IQ Chromebookparts.com - Contact customersupport@chromebookparts.com with the code: WELCOME TO CHROME IMPROVEMENT for an additional 10% percent off your next order! ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/mxnh8ya58g3234y3/riverside_edit_-_josh_mark_chris_k12_tech_talk_s_stu9do27.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 335, "name": "Episode 278 - Back-to-School Chaos", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-278-back-to-school-chaos", "datePublished": "2026-08-21", "dateText": "Aug 21, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3111", "description": "In this episode, Josh and Chris kick off the school-year season with news, stories, and a CyberNut interview. They dive into federal guidance from the U.S. Department of Education on screen time and edtech procurement - recreational vs. instructional tech, evaluating products by outcomes and instructional value (not just screen minutes), and asking vendors for evidence of effectiveness and implementation support. They also talk E-Rate and urge listeners to comment before the October 13th deadline. Then, Josh and Chris trade back-to-school chaos stories - sticky smartboards, broken fobs, last-minute device orders, and a widespread phishing campaign that’s been compromising accounts. Finally, the episode includes an interview with Frank Murray, CTO of Belton ISD, about CyberNut - a K12–focused cybersecurity platform. Old Frank Murray episode we reference - https://k12techtalkpodcast.com/e/episode-183-is-ai-replacing-teachers-and-librarians/ https://www.edsurge.com/news/department-of-education-issues-long-awaited-edtech-guidance-for-states-and-districts https://www.fundsforlearning.com/news/the-e-rate-review-comment-window-is-open-comments-due-october-13/ ———— Sponsored by: Meter NTP Fortinet Lightspeed Chromebookparts.com - Contact customersupport@chromebookparts.com with the code: WELCOME TO CHROME IMPROVEMENT for an additional 10% percent off your next order! ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/j9nn5pksqi4kmj9f/audio188EPPP.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 334, "name": "Episode 277 - KOSA vs. KIDS Act Explained", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-277-kosa-vs-kids-act-explained", "datePublished": "2026-08-14", "dateText": "Aug 14, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2837", "description": "Episode 277 examines the mounting policy fight over student safety online and the practical tech issues districts are facing as a new school year begins. Josh and Chris open with personal stories about moving kids to college and summer realities. We break down two competing federal proposals: the Senate’s KOSA approach that leans on a \"duty of care\" - potentially holding platforms liable for harms - and the House’s KIDS Act that prescribes specific rules (and largely shields platforms from direct liability). The conversation explains the core differences, how each bill would affect targeted advertising and COPPA, First Amendment and privacy concerns, likely outcomes during the lame‑duck session, and how platforms might respond. Links referenced: From Screen Time Mandates to Purposeful Technology Policies and Guidance (CoSN) CISA K-12 Cybersecurity Getting Started CISA K-12 Cybersecurity Implementation ———— Sponsored by: Meter VIZOR Fortinet Howard Chromebookparts.com - Contact customersupport@chromebookparts.com with the code: WELCOME TO CHROME IMPROVEMENT for an additional 10% percent off your next order! Incident IQ ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/jnerj7ifz49wcrdt/riverside_edit_-_277_k12_tech_talk_s_stu9jcjh.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 333, "name": "Episode 276 - RFPs and New Gemini", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-276-rfps-and-new-gemini", "datePublished": "2026-08-07", "dateText": "Aug 7, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2651", "description": "Josh, Chris, and Mark talk about a New Mexico state-mandated AI reading tool stirring privacy concerns, Google rolling out a student-facing Gemini tab in Classroom by default, new survey findings about post-RFP vendor behavior, and the growing trend of \"vibe coding\" inside districts. Oh, and how to handle teacher/classroom movements and changes. ———— Sponsored by: Meter VIZOR Fortinet Howard ManagedMethods Lightspeed NTP ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/a5k5dvfnf3krsvq4/riverside_edit_-_josh_chris_mark_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_1_85obd.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 332, "name": "Episode 275 - What happens when students create an AI bill?", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-275-what-happens-when-students-create-an-ai-bill", "datePublished": "2026-07-31", "dateText": "Jul 31, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2764", "description": "On episode 275, Josh, Chris, and Mark jump into a back‑to‑school conversation covering AI policy, screen time, cybersecurity, and tech in the classroom. They start by sharing how 98 high school students from all 50 states convened at the Edward M. Kennedy Institute to run a mock Congress and produced a comprehensive AI model bill (and it's good stuff!). The guys discuss the Enhancing K‑12 Cybersecurity Act, Tennessee’s new screen‑time law, and district strategies for the new school year, from gathering data on actual device minutes to defining \"meaningful\" versus \"time‑suck\" screen use. Finally, Josh does some quick, fun interviews at MidwestTechTalk 2026. Articles Discussed: https://www.npr.org/2026/07/30/nx-s1-5853571/students-set-ai-policy https://www.commonsensemedia.org/sites/default/files/research/report/commonsensemedia_teensaipornographysexualcontent_2026_0.pdf https://www.theguardian.com/technology/2026/jul/29/department-for-education-police-hackers-cybercrime ———— Sponsored by: Meter VIZOR Fortinet Howard ClassLink Lightspeed ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2x7849dwf48z9wdc/riverside_edit_-_josh_chris_mark_k12_tech_talk_s_stu6cfle.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 331, "name": "Episode 274 - Vibe Coding without Josh", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-274-vibe-coding-without-josh", "datePublished": "2026-07-24", "dateText": "Jul 24, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2743", "description": "Chris and Mark break down some headline stories and dig into a longer conversation about vibe coding in K12. They discuss Common Sense Media’s poor safety rating of Google Search’s AI mode, continued reporting from databreaches.net about the unresolved Navigate360 anonymous tip database breach, and ClassLink data analyzing device screen time across 5.5 million students. The main conversation is vibe coding - using large language models (Gemini, ChatGPT, Claude, etc.) to generate and deploy code. They talk practical use cases and big concerns. Should vibe coding be used in schools for small utilities? Classroom tools? IT automations? They talk about security, data exposure, maintainability, single‑person liabilities, and more. ———— Sponsored by: Meter NTP VIZOR Fortinet Managed Methods Howard Incident IQ ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/qbw8tpqrqam6d3mh/riverside_edit_-_mark_chris_k12_tech_talk_s_stubary5.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 330, "name": "Episode 273 - Block Claude?!?! Why Districts Are Pushing Back on Claude for Teachers", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-273-block-claude-why-districts-are-pushing-back-on-claude-for-teachers", "datePublished": "2026-07-17", "dateText": "Jul 17, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2106", "description": "Josh, Chris, and Mark unpack Anthropic’s surprise launch of \"Claude for Teachers,\" a free‑until‑2027 offering that immediately drew criticism from district leaders for its bottom‑up signup model, suggested student data uploads, and potentially misleading FERPA claims. The guys cover the ripple effects of the Canvas security incident, including Instructure’s paused notifications when a third‑party vendor (Progress Software) posed a new threat, leaving districts awaiting critical breach details. They summarize newly passed AI laws in Idaho, Maryland, Oklahoma, and Virginia as well. Join us at MidwestTechTalk ———— Sponsored by: Meter CyberNut Fortinet Extreme Networks ClassLink Incident IQ ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3i2u4ewzwzf5pyd3/riverside_edit_-_josh_mark_chris_k12_tech_talk_s_stu7woax.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 329, "name": "Live from GAMEIS 2026!", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/live-from-gameis-2026", "datePublished": "2026-07-14", "dateText": "Jul 14, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3648", "description": "Recorded live from the GAMEIS Conference in Savannah, Georgia, this episode brings you interviews and conversations with district leaders and state education technologists. Josh, Chris and Mark hang out with attendees, presenters, sponsors, and some very special guests. Highlights are community-focused sessions, family events, and record attendance. Special Guests: * Daniel Pollack, Checkpoint * Allison Kensey * Jason Malick and Vicki Decker * Craig Dinn * Mark Kuczka and Clint Winter * Rick Womack * Keith Osburn, Georgia DoE * Brian DeRose * 2 of 3 Wives ———— Sponsored by: Meter CyberNut CDWG Fortinet Managed Methods NTP CDWG - K12 Solutions & Services Overview Video: https://webobjects2.cdw.com/is/content/CDW/cdw/on-domain-cdw/videos/ssi/k12/mkt94999-k12-ssi-video-full-with-captions.mp4 CDWG - Strengthening K12 Cybersecurity: https://webobjects2.cdw.com/is/content/CDW/cdw/on-domain-cdw/videos/ssi/k12-cybersecurity/mkt94971-k12-cybersecurity-ssi-full-video-with-captions.mp4 ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/khxscagkxnqvrmz5/riverside_gameis_k12_tech_talk_s_stub4j7p.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 328, "name": "Episode 271 - Utah’s Blueprint for School Data Protection", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-271-utah-s-blueprint-for-school-data-protection", "datePublished": "2026-07-03", "dateText": "Jul 3, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2936", "description": "On Episode 271, Josh and Mark sit down with Nicole Sanchez and Matt Winters from the Utah State Board of Education’s Data Privacy Team to explain how Utah became a national model for student data protection. The conversation covers the state’s legal framework, long-running infrastructure efforts, and the practical systems Utah uses. Learn more at schools.utah.gov/studentdataprivacy/index And don't forget to check out Utah's Youtube Channel! The episode also touches on national policy issues (the Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act, duty-of-care debates), recent ed-tech moves in states like North Carolina, and highlights from ISTE about Google Classroom and Gemini. Articles Referenced: https://thehill.com/homenews/house/5946180-house-passes-kids-online-safety-package/ https://www.nbcnews.com/tech/tech-news/kids-internet-and-digital-safety-act-passes-house-free-speech-concerns-rcna352341 https://www.govtech.com/education/k-12/north-carolina-budget-proposes-5m-for-khanmigo-magicschool https://blog.google/products-and-platforms/products/education/iste-2026-educator-updates/ Join us July 6th-10th, 2026 – GAMEIS Conference in Savannah, GA Join us at MidwestTechTalk ———— Sponsored by: Meter CyberNut CDWG Fortinet RTI CDWG - K12 Solutions & Services Overview Video: https://webobjects2.cdw.com/is/content/CDW/cdw/on-domain-cdw/videos/ssi/k12/mkt94999-k12-ssi-video-full-with-captions.mp4 CDWG - Strengthening K12 Cybersecurity: https://webobjects2.cdw.com/is/content/CDW/cdw/on-domain-cdw/videos/ssi/k12-cybersecurity/mkt94971-k12-cybersecurity-ssi-full-video-with-captions.mp4 ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ss76zzmncxf6ucyk/riverside_josh_mark_k12_tech_talk_s_stubmnkw.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 327, "name": "Episode 270 - E‑Rate Under Fire: FCC Proposal Could Reshape School Internet Funding", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-270-e-rate-under-fire-fcc-proposal-could-reshape-school-internet-funding", "datePublished": "2026-06-26", "dateText": "Jun 26, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3271", "description": "On this week’s episode of the K‑12 Tech Talk podcast Josh and Mark dig into a packed news round-up and sit down with Joey Wender, Executive Director of the Schools, Health, and Libraries Broadband (SHLB) Coalition, to discuss a wide‑ranging FCC notice that could fundamentally change, or even threaten, the E‑Rate program. Joey walks us through the FCC’s proposed rulemaking, explains why the item raises existential questions about E‑Rate (including whether support should be limited to rural areas), and outlines next steps for districts and librarians: the FCC comment windows, advocacy resources (including SaveOurE‑Rate.com), and SHLB’s upcoming webinar and events. The guys discuss the latest K12 tech news, including that PowerSchool announced a July 1 change disabling third‑party plugins unless vendors pass security reviews, sign licensing agreements, and use approved APIs or CSV imports. Josh and Mark explain the operational impact (ClassLink/Clever integrations affected), the potential costs and migration burdens for districts, and community reactions about timing and motives. Articles Discussed: Lancaster County Parents File Lawsuit over Deepfakes LAUSD Approves Screentime Ban How hackers found their way into your living room (WSJ) PowerSchool - 3rd Party Plugin FAQ www.saveourerate.com Join us July 6th-10th, 2026 – GAMEIS Conference in Savannah, GA Join us at MidwestTechTalk ———— Sponsored by: Meter CyberNut CDWG Fortinet Managed Methods Incident IQ VIZOR CDWG - K12 Solutions & Services Overview Video: https://webobjects2.cdw.com/is/content/CDW/cdw/on-domain-cdw/videos/ssi/k12/mkt94999-k12-ssi-video-full-with-captions.mp4 CDWG - Strengthening K12 Cybersecurity: https://webobjects2.cdw.com/is/content/CDW/cdw/on-domain-cdw/videos/ssi/k12-cybersecurity/mkt94971-k12-cybersecurity-ssi-full-video-with-captions.mp4 ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/iamfbepfwm39gyym/riverside_josh_mark_k12_tech_talk_s_stu6gec7.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 326, "name": "Episode 269 - World Cup Scots in Boston and Incident IQ Hot Seat", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-269-world-cup-scots-in-boston-and-incident-iq-hot-seat", "datePublished": "2026-06-19", "dateText": "Jun 19, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3824", "description": "The guys discuss tornado watches, tacos, and the World Cup‑driven Scots in Boston. The news includes New York City Public Schools’ AI guidelines and growing push back, an insider cyberattack in Iowa, and breaking cybersecurity news is also addressed - the newly reported FortiBleed leak that exposed credentials for tens of thousands of Fortinet/FortiGate devices. They also review federal education news - a proposed reorganization moving Special Education and OCR functions out of the Department of Education. Finally, Chris sits down with R.T. Collins, CEO of Incident IQ and they discuss AI, vibe coding, and K12 technology leadership. Join us July 6th-10th, 2026 – GAMEIS Conference in Savannah, GA Join us at MidwestTechTalk ———— Sponsored by: Meter CyberNut CDWG Fortinet Lightspeed NTP VIZOR Total Technology: Our new K12-focused platform is now live - Built entirely around serving Missouri schools with greater clarity, speed, and accountability. Here’s what’s new: ✔ A clear, step-by-step buyback process ✔ Defined audit timelines ✔ R2-certified compliance transparency ✔ Creative payout solutions for districts ✔ A stronger partnership approach We’re not changing who we are. We’re doubling down on doing things right - From the first conversation to the final audit report. CDWG - K12 Solutions & Services Overview Video: https://webobjects2.cdw.com/is/content/CDW/cdw/on-domain-cdw/videos/ssi/k12/mkt94999-k12-ssi-video-full-with-captions.mp4 CDWG - Strengthening K12 Cybersecurity: https://webobjects2.cdw.com/is/content/CDW/cdw/on-domain-cdw/videos/ssi/k12-cybersecurity/mkt94971-k12-cybersecurity-ssi-full-video-with-captions.mp4 ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/kkbdbrnjywpjyce9/riverside_josh_mark_chris_1_k12_tech_talk_s_stu7we2z.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 325, "name": "Episode 268 - E‑Rate Under Scrutiny: FCC's Proposed Rule Changes Explained", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-268-e-rate-under-scrutiny-fcc-s-proposed-rule-changes-explained", "datePublished": "2026-06-12", "dateText": "Jun 12, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3234", "description": "In episode 268, Josh, Chris, and Mark break down the Federal Communications Commission's newly published proposed rule changes to the E‑Rate program. The conversation explains the scope of the public comment period, where the proposals came from, and what districts, consortia, and vendors should watch for over the coming months. The guys discuss what services could be removed from E‑Rate eligibility, the FCC's questions about screen time, CIPA filtering expectations, and how the Commission is reexamining the program's original connectivity goals. They also dig into the changes to consultant definitions and fee structures, managed internal broadband services (MIBS), and potential unbundling of hardware vs. service costs, and more. Carr Opens E-Rate Program Review to Ensure it Meets Congress's Vision CoSN Statement Join us July 6th-10th, 2026 – GAMEIS Conference in Savannah, GA Join us at MidwestTechTalk ———— Sponsored by: Meter CyberNut CDWG Fortinet ClassLink NTP Extreme Networks Lightspeed Systems SMC Electric SMC Electric Testimony CDWG - K12 Solutions & Services Overview Video: https://webobjects2.cdw.com/is/content/CDW/cdw/on-domain-cdw/videos/ssi/k12/mkt94999-k12-ssi-video-full-with-captions.mp4 CDWG - Strengthening K12 Cybersecurity: https://webobjects2.cdw.com/is/content/CDW/cdw/on-domain-cdw/videos/ssi/k12-cybersecurity/mkt94971-k12-cybersecurity-ssi-full-video-with-captions.mp4 ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/jvsnmqn3z695awy2/riverside_josh_chris_mark_k12_tech_talk_s_stu8pfcf.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 324, "name": "Episode 267 - Josh Gets Replaced with AI", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-267-josh-gets-replaced-with-ai", "datePublished": "2026-06-05", "dateText": "Jun 5, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2771", "description": "On this week’s episode, the guys test whether artificial intelligence can replace a person - with AI‑cloned \"Josh\" sprinkled through the episode. Chris and Mark cover the rapid early success of Apple’s new MacBook Neo, including Kansas City Public Schools’ plan to replace roughly 30,000 Windows PCs and Chromebooks after a 4,500‑unit proof of concept. Elizabethtown Area School District’s cell phone and smartwatch ban (and the community reaction to program names like “Cellcatraz” versus “Device Den”) is discussed. The guys highlight new guidance from the National Council of Teachers of English on using AI in ELA classrooms, centered on a practical stoplight model (red, yellow, green) that helps teachers define AI use. A major segment revisits last week’s episode about showing movies in class. Finally, Chris interviews Chantell Manahan, Director of Technology at MSD of Steuben County, to discuss her district’s experience with SysCloud. Join us July 6th-10th, 2026 – GAMEIS Conference in Savannah, GA Join us at MidwestTechTalk ———— Sponsored by: SysCloud Meter Fortinet Managed Methods NetWatch Today’s K-12 schools are balancing more than ever, student safety, campus communication, cybersecurity, and growing technology demands. For more than 20 years, NetWatch has partnered with schools to help create safer and smarter learning environments through integrated technology and security solutions. From AI-powered video surveillance and access control to emergency communications and IP paging systems, structured cabling, and managed IT services, our team helps keep your campuses SAFE, SECURE, and CONNECTED. As an Axis Communications Gold Solution Partner, NetWatch delivers industry-leading security technology backed by trusted expertise and long-term support for your district. Whether you’re planning infrastructure upgrades, improving campus security, or preparing for future technology needs, NetWatch is here to help. Ready to strengthen your campus technology and security strategy? Visit NetWatchIP.com and connect with our team today. NetWatch, Protect and Connect with Confidence. ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3wm49kn7emh44nny/riverside_mark_chris_k12_tech_talk_s_stu6ibsj.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 323, "name": "Episode 266 - Summer School, Screen Time, and Movies", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-266-summer-school-screen-time-and-movies", "datePublished": "2026-05-29", "dateText": "May 29, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3312", "description": "Episode 266 of the K12 Tech Talk podcast finds Josh, Chris and Mark diving into the summer school circus, national policy, guidance on watching movies in schools, and screen time. This week’s guest is Amy Bennett, Chief of Staff at Lightspeed Systems, who joins to unpack the screen time debate, data-driven monitoring, and what tech leaders should do next. The main topic is on MOVIES! \"Can I watch that movie in my classroom?\" The guys discuss copyright, fair use, and the difference between streaming subscriptions and licensed educational services. Oh, and Josh loves cookies. Join us July 6th-10th, 2026 – GAMEIS Conference in Savannah, GA Join us at MidwestTechTalk ———— Sponsored by: SysCloud Meter Fortinet Managed Methods Lightspeed Twotrees NTP As Tech Directors, we all know that buying the hardware is the easy part. Rolling it out across a district and dealing with the anxiety of \"what-if's\"? That’s the real headache. That’s where Twotrees Technologies comes in. For over 40 years, they’ve been purpose-built to support school districts, which means they actually get it. They aren’t just dropping off boxes and disappearing. Twotrees brings deep E-Rate expertise, certified engineers, and a sales team that stands by you from the initial design to deployment and ongoing support. Plus, they can bring transparent, contract-backed pricing to the table so you can get the board approvals you need without the stress. Stop wrestling with resellers who don't understand K-12. Partner with Twotrees and let them do the heavy lifting. Visit twotrees.com to learn more. ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/sw3yin3gpuuf7vwr/riverside_josh_mark_chris_k12_tech_talk_s_stubnelv.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 322, "name": "Episode 265 - Why the Class of 2026 Is Rejecting AI", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-265-why-the-class-of-2026-is-rejecting-ai", "datePublished": "2026-05-22", "dateText": "May 22, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2167", "description": "On Episode 265, Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss the end‑of‑year scramble in K‑12 technology and a growing cultural moment - the Class of 2026’s strong reaction to AI at college commencements. The guys dive into several stories affecting schools - cybercriminal deep‑fake sextortion attacks using student photos from public sites; a public GitHub repository that exposed highly privileged CISA credentials; and the ongoing fallout from the Instructure Canvas breach. The main topic explores why recent commencement speakers have been booed when addressing AI. Josh, Chris, and Mark unpack students’ resentment, perceived academic hypocrisy (banning AI in coursework while urging graduates to use it in the workforce), fear over job displacement, and the pedagogical shifts already appearing in syllabi and assessment methods. Join us July 6th-10th, 2026 – GAMEIS Conference in Savannah, GA ———— Sponsored by: SysCloud Meter Fortinet Incident IQ VIZOR Lightspeed Provision Data Solutions ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/4uvznzebbat94wrf/riverside_josh_chris_mark_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_1_9s9ds.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 321, "name": "Episode 264 - Googlebook Announcement & Canvas Breach Debrief", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-264-googlebook-announcement-and-canvas-breach-debrief", "datePublished": "2026-05-15", "dateText": "May 15, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2944", "description": "On this episode, the guys discuss Google's announcement of the new \"Googlebook\" (a reported merge of Android and Chrome OS), growing controversy and litigation around iReady and screen time in schools, and a debrief of the recent Canvas/Instructure security incident with guest Michael Klein from the Institute for Security and Technology. Unofficial demo of AluminumOS: https://youtu.be/dXmFIfv_tIA?si=Baw0OInBqJf-IkDD The largest segment is a deep dive into the Canvas/Instructure incident with cybersecurity expert Michael Klein. He walks through the timeline (initial unauthorized activity detected April 29; exfiltration via cross‑site scripting of a free‑for‑teachers account; a later attack that posted extortion notes to some users), the involvement of CrowdStrike, the public claims by the ShinyHunters group, and Instructure’s statement about an agreement with the actor. The conversation covers the technical nature of the attack, impacts on confidentiality, integrity and availability (including disruptions to finals/registrar functions), the downstream consequences for integrations with SIS and other edtech systems, and why many institutions remain cautious to reconnect APIs. Michael and the hosts discuss practical guidance and explore policy implications. Join us July 6th-10th, 2026 – GAMEIS Conference in Savannah, GA ———— Sponsored by: SysCloud Meter Fortinet Incident IQ ClassLink NTP ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/mwfwb28d39nbjgrc/riverside_264_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_1_9mmla.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 320, "name": "Episode 263 - Canvas Ransomed", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-263-canvas-ransomed", "datePublished": "2026-05-08", "dateText": "May 8, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3332", "description": "Episode 263 covers the unfolding Instructure/Canvas breach by the threat group ShinyHunters. Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss the timeline, the potential scope of compromised data, and immediate steps schools should take. The episode also examines a new bill aimed at restricting AI companion chatbots for minors and debates age verification and safety concerns. Finally, the guys review a National Bureau of Economic Research study on lockable cell phone pouches, weighing the limited academic impacts found after one year against observed cultural benefits in schools. Finally, Chris interviews Dave Barclay, Director of Product with Deledao! https://www.k12dive.com/news/proposal-to-ban-ai-companions-for-minors-advances-in-senate/819239/ ———— Sponsored by: Deledao PowerGistics: How K-12 Charging Models Impact Chromebook Sustainability Textbooks Didn’t have Cables Bring Chromebooks Back to the Classroom, but NOT Carts! One-Person Tech Department Success Story SysCloud Meter Fortinet VIZOR Lightspeed Extreme Networks Managed Methods ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3eswzusahsvytkxq/riverside_chris_josh_mark_k12_tech_talk_s_stu8ofw6.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 319, "name": "Episode 262 - EdTech AI Gone Wild", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-262-edtech-ai-gone-wild", "datePublished": "2026-05-01", "dateText": "May 1, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2562", "description": "On Episode 262, Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss the risks of edtech tools that add generative AI without age checks or strong guardrails, share a new K12 SIX resource and rubric for security essentials, and cover email security best practices. For the main topic, the guys talk about \"secure email.\" Districts are being asked to send more sensitive information outside the network - to parents, agencies, vendors - but there's no shared standard for what \"secure email\" even means in K12. TLS encryption in transit isn't the same as end-to-end encryption. A password-protected PDF isn't a secure channel. And most staff don't know the difference. ———— Sponsored by: PowerGistics: How K-12 Charging Models Impact Chromebook Sustainability Textbooks Didn’t have Cables Bring Chromebooks Back to the Classroom, but NOT Carts! One-Person Tech Department Success Story SysCloud Fortinet Extreme Networks ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/hpj6tameyq7zw6kz/riverside_josh_chris_mark_k12_tech_talk_s_stu9ciko.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 318, "name": "Episode 261 - Navigate360 Breach, LAUSD Screen-Time Plan, & Climbing the K-12 Tech Ladder", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-261-navigate360-breach-lausd-screen-time-plan-and-climbing-the-k-12-tech", "datePublished": "2026-04-24", "dateText": "Apr 24, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2702", "description": "In episode 261 of K12 Tech Talk, the hosts are back from CoSN Chicago and revisit the P3 breach story that has been ongoing for the last few weeks. The latest reports show the stolen records have now been listed for sale, while the company has not issued a full public disclosure. On the screen time front, the hosts review LAUSD’s draft approach that emphasizes guidelines over hard time caps, reductions in K–1 screen use, changes to device programs for grades 2–5, and limits on student-led YouTube use. The episode closes with a deep dive into K-12 IT careers: why pay and titles vary widely, how to grow from help desk roles to director or CTO positions, and practical tips - gain hands-on experience, earn relevant certifications, build communication skills and networks, be patient, and be intentional about career moves. ———— Sponsored by: PowerGistics: How K-12 Charging Models Impact Chromebook Sustainability Textbooks Didn’t have Cables Bring Chromebooks Back to the Classroom, but NOT Carts! One-Person Tech Department Success Story Incident IQ Fortinet ClassLink Lightspeed NTP ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ic5z9fm6ams3yh5d/riverside_261_k12_tech_talk_s_stu71k3n.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 317, "name": "Episode 260 - Highlights from CoSN 2026 in Chicago", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-260-highlights-from-cosn-2026-in-chicago", "datePublished": "2026-04-17", "dateText": "Apr 17, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "5569", "description": "Live from CoSN 2026 in Chicago, this episode brings quick conversations with leaders across K12. Guests include: Earl Franks, NAESP Jean-Claude Brizard, Digital Promise Global CTL (Jason and Michelle) Dr. Kari Murphy, Deer Park Joey Wender, SHLB Amanda Lanicek (\"Amanda from LinkedIn\") Joan Wade, AESA Jim Rowan, ASBO Stacy Hawthorne, CoSN Chair David Wren, NTP School leadership, funding concerns, AI, building coordinated systems, sustainable device lifecycle, cybersecurity, data privacy, screen time policies, and more are discussed! ———— Sponsored by: PowerGistics: How K-12 Charging Models Impact Chromebook Sustainability Textbooks Didn’t have Cables Bring Chromebooks Back to the Classroom, but NOT Carts! One-Person Tech Department Success Story Fortinet Managed Methods VIZOR NTP ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/yj4ig6ymnny7eyji/riverside_cosn_2026_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_1_9haq0.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 316, "name": "Episode 259 - Is Your District Ready for an AI-Powered Cyberattack?", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-259-is-your-district-ready-for-an-ai-powered-cyberattack", "datePublished": "2026-04-10", "dateText": "Apr 10, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2647", "description": "The guys discuss the rising AI-driven security risks facing school districts, including convincing deepfake video and voice scams, advanced phishing, and the implications of new AI research such as Anthropic’s Mythos and Project Glasswing. They cover recent news items that affect K12 cybersecurity: proposed federal budget cuts that shift CISA and school safety responsibilities to states, the growth of non-classroom education jobs including IT roles, and the industry response to potentially dangerous AI models. ———— Sponsored by: PowerGistics: How K-12 Charging Models Impact Chromebook Sustainability Textbooks Didn’t have Cables Bring Chromebooks Back to the Classroom, but NOT Carts! One-Person Tech Department Success Story Incident IQ Fortinet ClassLink Lightspeed NTP ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2eztfmmr7qbm23uw/riverside_chris_josh_mark_apr_10_2026_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu9yjwa.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 315, "name": "Episode 258 - Infinite Campus Fallout: What the Ticket Leak Really Exposed", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-258-infinite-campus-fallout-what-the-ticket-leak-really-exposed", "datePublished": "2026-04-03", "dateText": "Apr 3, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3910", "description": "Josh, Chris, and Mark debrief last week’s Infinite Campus interview, explaining new findings about the leaked support data - what was in the release, how directory-level information and PII were involved, and what districts can do to check and respond. They discuss vendor ticket practices, district ticket practices, minimizing data in support requests, and how districts should approach vendor privacy agreements going forward. The episode also covers recent news - the Navigate360 tip‑line breach, the White House AI legislative recommendations related to students, the Google/Meta social media liability case, and Waymo’s repeated failures to stop for school buses in Texas. Finally, Chris interviews Brian Edwards from Swank. They discuss Swank's movie licensing and classroom streaming solution. Judge grabs internet's attention after confrontation with IT technician ———— Sponsored by: PowerGistics: Charging Station Solution Matrix Take Home Model Solution Matrix Charging Station Goals *Needs Assessment Survey Example for Students *Needs Assessment Survey Example for Teachers *Goal Resource for IT/Administrators VIZOR Fortinet Chromebookparts.com Managed Methods ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/migesy22r85f4y7b/riverside_chris_josh_mark_apr_03_2026_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu8tz3c.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 314, "name": "Episode 257 - Infinite Campus CEO talks Salesforce Breach", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-257-infinite-campus-ceo-talks-salesforce-breach", "datePublished": "2026-03-27", "dateText": "Mar 27, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3144", "description": "On this episode of the K12 Tech Talk podcast, Josh, Chris, and Mark interview Charlie Kratsch, CEO of Infinite Campus, about a confirmed cyber incident involving the company’s Salesforce instance. Charlie explains how attackers used a fast, professional vishing campaign and an imposter login domain to harvest credentials and bypass MFA, and then ran targeted reports through Salesforce. The data accessed was limited to support and customer‑directory information from the ticketing system, not the Infinite Campus student databases. Infinite Campus shut down access, audited the exports, engaged outside forensics and the FBI, and refused to engage with ransom demands. The episode outlines takeaways for districts: review support ticket content and third‑party connections, enforce MFA and stronger access controls, and limit plain text PII in tickets. Infinite Campus is contacting affected customers directly and completing a third‑party validation before issuing a final all‑clear. ———— Sponsored by: Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! Eaton - Indulge yourselves in this chocolate-inspired infographic from Eaton to discover “a flavor” of cloud-based battery backup for every location, including K-12 education, with their cloud-connected UPS line. Reliable power backup has never been so sweet – with 16 cloud-connected UPS models for various workloads and budgets, always free monitoring software for an unlimited number of devices, NFC tap-to-configure setup and controllable outlets (13 models) – now you can finally enjoy your Saturdays in peace without the looming fear of a 3 am wakeup call to reboot a UPS. Learn more about the cloud UPS in Eaton’s Uptime Sampler Box infographic. VIZOR NTP Fortinet Chromebookparts.com Managed Methods ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/kx742gpwdq7t9q2m/riverside_gmt20260326_190501_rec_mar_26_2026_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stuafnob.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 313, "name": "Episode 256 - AI in the Classroom and the Federal Bills Shaping Student Safety", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-256-ai-in-the-classroom-and-the-federal-bills-shaping-student-safety", "datePublished": "2026-03-20", "dateText": "Mar 20, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2954", "description": "On this episode, the guys discuss how students are using AI and how districts are responding with pilots, policy lessons, and content controls. They share real pilot data showing most AI chats were educational, while a smaller portion involved attempts at academic dishonesty or flagged content. The conversation also explores the controversial use of AI chatbots for mental‑health support. Josh, Chris, and Mark share personal experiences and the challenges of balancing safety and usefulness. The main segment summarizes four major federal proposals affecting student safety and tech: Sammy’s Law (third‑party child safety monitoring), COPPA updates raising the age protections and ad limits, the App Store Accountability Act (age verification and parental consent), and the broad but divisive Kids Internet and Digital Safety Act. Articles discussed this episode: Securey shows how students are using AI Should teens be confiding in AI for mental health? Clever’s 2026 Cyber Secure Report ———— Sponsored by: Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! Eaton - Let’s face it; you’ve probably seen plenty of server rooms that keep you up at night. From messy, tangled cabling and untraceable connections to improperly installed equipment and poor ventilation, it can truly be the thing of nightmares. A site assessment conducted by a qualified Eaton expert allows education customers to help with your own server refresh to gain a comprehensive understanding of their operations and make informed decisions to optimize performance, increase reliability and enhance safety. See how Eaton can help make your server room more efficient with their server room refresh before and after and with insights provided by Eaton site assessments, schools can unlock their full potential and create life-long learners. Request a free site assessment here. Incident IQ Extreme Networks Fortinet Lightspeed Systems ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/u6jxktskh58n3pyu/riverside_256_mar_20_2026_002_k12_tech_talk_s_stu9pskl.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 312, "name": "Episode 255 - Interview with R.T. Collins, CEO of Incident IQ", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-255-interview-with-r-t-collins-ceo-of-incident-iq", "datePublished": "2026-03-19", "dateText": "Mar 19, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3856", "description": "On Episode 255, Chris, Josh, and Mark return from the MidwestTechTalk Security Symposium to discuss several hot topics. They cover New Hampshire's recently revised data privacy law and the temporary fallout for school livestreams and events, plus a Chicago district using license plate data for residency enforcement. The guys recap the MidwestTechTalk Security Symposium, including their hands on impressions of Apple's new MacBook Neo. Chris then interviews R.T. Collins, CEO of Incident IQ, about how service desk and asset management systems relate to incident response, data governance, and the responsible use of AI in K12 operations. ———— Sponsored by: Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! Eaton - Eaton’s solutions fit in every corner of education. Discover tailored solutions for your K-12 library environment through their dedicated interactive environments. From pro A/V equipment and wallmounts to UPSs and charging carts, Eaton’s education solutions have you covered. Discover power protection and connectivity for K-12 libraries at K-12 library interactive. Incident IQ Chromebookparts.com (Ask for special K12TechPro pricing) VIZOR Fortinet Classlink NTP ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ymzc335tyhrn3d5g/riverside_copy_of_255_mar_18_2026_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu6xng1.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 311, "name": "Episode 254 - Did Apple Just Release the Chromebook Killer?", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-254-did-apple-just-release-the-chromebook-killer", "datePublished": "2026-03-06", "dateText": "Mar 6, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2730", "description": "On Episode 254 of K12 Tech Talk, Josh, Chris, and Mark break down Apple’s big announcement: the Mac Neo, a $499 laptop that many call a potential Chromebook killer. They compare specs, durability, repairability, management with Apple School Manager, resale value, and the extra operational costs and security considerations (EDR, content filtering, app installs) for school districts. The hosts debate whether the Neo could replace student Chromebooks or target staff and teacher devices first. The episode also covers recent education tech news: a $1.1M California fine against PlayOn for deceptive data‑sharing practices, College Board’s ban on smart glasses during exams, and Arkansas HB78 proposing a ban on passive screen time in Pre‑K and Kindergarten with mandatory teacher training. ———— Sponsored by: Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! Eaton - SysAdmin. You live it. You know it. But how well do your colleagues actually understand what makes these teams tick? Eaton’s on the scene to clear up any misconceptions. They designed A User’s Guide to SysAdmins to help demystify SysAdmins and improve workplace interactions. This guide addresses everyday challenges and misconceptions that Sysadmins face and teaches your colleagues how to interact with you (their SysAdmin), what you wish they knew (but are too polite to say), and how to get their tech tickets to the top of the list. So go ahead: Print it. Forward it. Leave it in the break room with passive-aggressive annotations. Or read it aloud like dramatic slam poetry during the next all-hands. Read A User’s Guide to SysAdmins here. Incident IQ Lightspeed Systems Fortinet Managed Methods ———— MidwestTechTalk Security Symposium/K12TechPro Meetup (Midwest) March 12th-13th, 2026 ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/59a7z2yp66fw62d8/riverside_254_mar_06_2026_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu8gmeg.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 310, "name": "Episode 253 - Live from K12 SIX 2026", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-253-live-from-k12-six-2026", "datePublished": "2026-02-28", "dateText": "Feb 28, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2236", "description": "Live from the K12 SIX National Cybersecurity Leadership Conference in Albuquerque, Chris goes solo and interviews several attendees and leaders about practical K12 cybersecurity. Guests include Cory Rankin, a K12SIX member, who talks about community and membership benefits, Dr. Tim Tillman on building governance and board-level engagement, Doug Levin on the importance of in-person trust and fundamentals, David Waugh of ManageMethods on cloud visibility and content filtering, and Oliver Page of CyberNut on K12-focused phishing and student training. The conversation emphasizes actionable steps schools can take without big budgets: tighten authentication and account hygiene, audit cloud settings, work with vendors on security, engage school boards to establish policy, and provide realistic staff and student training. K12 SIX: https://k12six.org/compromise ———— Sponsored by: Eaton - Indulge yourselves in this chocolate-inspired infographic from Eaton to discover “a flavor” of cloud-based battery backup for every location, including K-12 education, with their cloud-connected UPS line. Reliable power backup has never been so sweet – with 16 cloud-connected UPS models for various workloads and budgets, always free monitoring software for an unlimited number of devices, NFC tap-to-configure setup and controllable outlets (13 models) – now you can finally enjoy your Saturdays in peace without the looming fear of a 3 am wakeup call to reboot a UPS. Learn more about the cloud UPS in Eaton’s Uptime Sampler Box infographic. Managed Methods ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/m4zdnr4ikjqg6vjk/FINALk12sixStereoMix.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 309, "name": "Episode 252 - Tennessee Banning Classroom Technology?", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-252-tennessee-banning-classroom-technology", "datePublished": "2026-02-27", "dateText": "Feb 27, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2904", "description": "Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss Tennessee proposals that would severely restrict or ban classroom devices and online assessments for younger grades, and debate whether this is an overreaction or a needed reset on screen time. They discuss a widespread, sophisticated phishing campaign that hit many Midwest school districts, including guidance on immediate steps to secure compromised accounts for Google and Microsoft. Google: https://knowledge.workspace.google.com/admin/support/troubleshooting/identify-and-secure-compromised-accounts Microsoft: https://learn.microsoft.com/en-us/defender-office-365/responding-to-a-compromised-email-account K12 SIX: https://k12six.org/compromise ———— Sponsored by: Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! Eaton - Indulge yourselves in this chocolate-inspired infographic from Eaton to discover “a flavor” of cloud-based battery backup for every location, including K-12 education, with their cloud-connected UPS line. Reliable power backup has never been so sweet – with 16 cloud-connected UPS models for various workloads and budgets, always free monitoring software for an unlimited number of devices, NFC tap-to-configure setup and controllable outlets (13 models) – now you can finally enjoy your Saturdays in peace without the looming fear of a 3 am wakeup call to reboot a UPS. Learn more about the cloud UPS in Eaton’s Uptime Sampler Box infographic. Incident IQ ClassLink Fortinet Managed Methods ———— MidwestTechTalk Security Symposium/K12TechPro Meetup (Midwest) March 12th-13th, 2026 ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/mqwettng4h4yrvy7/riverside_252_feb_27_2026_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu7h6rf.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 308, "name": "Episode 251 - Inside the Flock Controversy with Mark Keierleber and Michael Klein", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-251-inside-the-flock-controversy-with-mark-keierleber-and-michael-klein", "datePublished": "2026-02-20", "dateText": "Feb 20, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2961", "description": "Chris, Josh, and Mark interview Mark Mark Keierleber from The 74 about his investigation into Flock license-plate cameras and how those camera networks are being queried by federal and out-of-state law enforcement. They then bring in cybersecurity expert Michael Klein to explain the impacts on schools, covering mass surveillance risks, audit logs, data-sharing practices, and the ways camera access can be shared beyond a district’s control. ———— Sponsored by: Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! VIZOR Extreme Networks Lightspeed Systems ClassLink Fortinet NTP ———— K12SIX Conference in Albuquerque, NM – K12 Tech Talk Podcast - February 24th-26th MidwestTechTalk Security Symposium/K12TechPro Meetup (Midwest) March 12th-13th, 2026 ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/unzbg2h3xf6d6scm/riverside_mike_mark_chris_2_feb_20_2026_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_1_ak6vw.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 307, "name": "Episode 250 - Camera Controversy & Student Data Privacy!", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-250-camera-controversy-and-student-data-privacy", "datePublished": "2026-02-13", "dateText": "Feb 13, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3132", "description": "Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss the 74 reporting that federal immigration agents have been tapping Flock license plate cameras, which leads to broader conversation about school and neighborhood cameras (Ring/Nest/home systems) balancing safety and privacy. The guys unpack a listener email about how K12 techs should approach student data privacy. Finally, there is an interview with Rise Vision, discussing digital signage, templates, deployment, emergency alerts, and screen sharing. Articles discussed: Khan Academy & Gemini Schools Racing to Meet Web Accessibility Deadline ICE Taps into School Flock Cameras ———— Sponsored by: Rise Vision Interactive Digital Signage Templates + Touchscreen Displays Screen Sharing Emergency Alerts Incident IQ Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! Managed Methods Classlink Fortinet ———— CALET - Mark will be there! February 18th-20th K12TechPro NEXT in Cape Girardeau, MO February 20th K12SIX Conference in Albuquerque, NM – K12 Tech Talk Podcast - February 24th-26th MidwestTechTalk Security Symposium/K12TechPro Meetup (Midwest) March 12th-13th, 2026 ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/7be8yz49ah3y4jij/riverside_250_feb_13_2026_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu8bu9w.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 306, "name": "Episode 249 - Interview with Tyler Kingkade, NBC News", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-249-interview-with-tyler-kingkade-nbc-news", "datePublished": "2026-02-06", "dateText": "Feb 6, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3139", "description": "Episode 249 of K12 Tech Talk podcast has Josh, Chris, and Mark discussing their Olympic favorites, the latest news in K12, and the Snow Day Message winner: Option 3: Code Red - Montgomery County Public Schools (MD) The episode features an interview with Tyler Kingkade, national reporter at NBC News, about his recent reporting on internal Google documents revealed in litigation. Tyler explains how those slide decks describe K12 as a potential “pipeline” of future users and explores tensions around YouTube’s place in classrooms - useful educational content versus algorithmic rabbit holes. The conversation covers school responses like disabling YouTube for minors, embedding workarounds, and the practical tradeoffs districts face when choosing devices and platforms. Beyond Google and YouTube, the guys discuss major sector developments: Congress’ decision to keep Department of Education funding roughly level at about $79 billion; PowerSchool’s EdTech Pulse report highlighting teacher workload, recruitment and retention challenges, student absenteeism, and the growing role of data and AI in district priorities; and a ransomware case out of Belgium in which attackers targeted parents directly to extract payments tied to stolen student data. Articles Discussed: Google's work in schools aims to create a 'pipeline of future users,' internal documents say (NBC News) Congress Has Passed an Education Budget. See How Key Programs Are Affected (EdWeek) 2026 K-12 EdTech Pulse (PowerSchool & Project Tomorrow) Hackers attempt to extort parents after school refuses to pay ransom fee Connect with Tyler Kingkade: https://www.nbcnews.com/author/tyler-kingkade-ncpn1116631 Tyler.Kingkade@nbcuni.com ———— Sponsored by: Rise Vision Interactive Digital Signage Templates + Touchscreen Displays Screen Sharing Emergency Alerts VIZOR Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! Lightspeed Systems NTP Fortinet ———— CALET - Mark will be there! February 18th-20th K12TechPro NEXT in Cape Girardeau, MO February 20th K12SIX Conference in Albuquerque, NM – K12 Tech Talk Podcast - February 24th-26th MidwestTechTalk Security Symposium/K12TechPro Meetup (Midwest) March 12th-13th, 2026 ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/i87psggvkvrm7xp5/riverside_josh_chris_mark_k12_tech_talk_s_stu6mxvl.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 305, "name": "Episode 248 - Snow Day Anthems & Denver's ChatGPT Shutdown", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-248-snow-day-anthems-and-denver-s-chatgpt-shutdown", "datePublished": "2026-01-30", "dateText": "Jan 30, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2799", "description": "Episode 248 has a listener poll of viral snow-day announcement songs from districts around the country. Check out the videos below and tell us your favorite by emailing us at info@k12techtalkpodcast.com: Option 1: Benson Boone - Ozarks Schools (MO) Option 2: Extraordinary - Novi Community School District (MI) Option 3: Code Red - Montgomery County Public Schools (MD) The second half of this episode is an interview with Dr. Richard Charles, CIO for the Denver Public Schools. Dr. Charles discusses Denver’s decision to block ChatGPT for students and staff over privacy, safety, and compliance concerns, explains the district’s AI governance and procurement changes, and outlines criteria for safe vendor adoption (data privacy agreements, visibility and guardrails). He also shares alternatives being evaluated, plans for an AI whitelist, and district AI initiatives like knowledge management and partnerships. https://openai.com/index/our-approach-to-age-prediction/ ———— Sponsored by: Rise Vision Interactive Digital Signage Templates + Touchscreen Displays Screen Sharing Emergency Alerts VIZOR Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! Managed Methods IncidentIQ Fortinet - fortinetpodcast@fortinet.com ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/nmruhkfxriiajw7c/riverside_dps_chatgpt_jan_24_2026_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stubi3ev.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 304, "name": "Episode 247 - Senate Hearing on Screen Time", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-247-senate-hearing-on-screen-time", "datePublished": "2026-01-23", "dateText": "Jan 23, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3425", "description": "On this episode we talk about free certifications, Google Gemini updates, and updates to Microsoft’s Copilot Teach and Study & Learn Agents. We discuss SSL certificate lifetime changes and ACME automation. Finally, we unpack and react to last week’s Senate hearing on screen time led by Senator Ted Cruz - including perspectives from Dr. Jean Twenge and Senator Markey. Senate Hearing on Screen Time: https://www.c-span.org/program/senate-committee/lawmakers-hold-hearing-on-the-impact-of-screen-time-on-kids/671683 ———— Sponsored by: Rise Vision Interactive Digital Signage Templates + Touchscreen Displays Screen Sharing Emergency Alerts Lightspeed Systems Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! NTP - dwren@ntp-inc.com Extreme Networks - dmayer@extremenetworks.com Fortinet - fortinetpodcast@fortinet.com ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/gp6trv3ur9qi64jh/riverside_247_jan_23_2026_002_k12_tech_talk_s_stu868ki.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 303, "name": "Episode 246 - Monkeys in St. Louis & Frustrations in Denver", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-246-monkeys-in-st-louis-and-frustrations-in-denver", "datePublished": "2026-01-16", "dateText": "Jan 16, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "2612", "description": "Hosts Josh, Chris, and Mark unpack a week of wild headlines and K12 tech policy: viral AI images that complicated a search for wild vervet monkeys in St. Louis, Denver Public Schools’ decision to block ChatGPT for students, and a preview of a Senate hearing on kids and screen time. They discuss a Texas district fighting state regulators over bell‑to‑bell phone bans, cybersecurity warnings about teen recruitment by criminal hacking groups, and district‑level debates over academic integrity, AI pilots (including Gemini), and practical controls schools need before adopting consumer‑grade LLMs. ———— Sponsored by: Rise Vision Interactive Digital Signage Templates + Touchscreen Displays Screen Sharing Emergency Alerts VIZOR Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! Managed Methods Incident IQ Fortinet - fortinetpodcast@fortinet.com ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/4smg3aqssawbj9js/riverside_245_jan_14_2026_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu75dwh.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 302, "name": "Episode 245 - New Year, New Cyber Attacks", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-245-new-year-new-cyber-attacks", "datePublished": "2026-01-09", "dateText": "Jan 9, 2026", "duration": null, "durationText": "3323", "description": "And we're back! We discuss the New Year spike in cyber attacks on schools over the holiday break and practical strategies for vacation periods - automated alerting, third‑party monitoring, suspending or shutting down non‑critical services. Other topics include what to look for when hiring technician, the rise of remote psycho-educational testing, early findings from the E‑Rate cybersecurity pilot, vendor liability caps in data privacy agreements, and a listener email about student account compromises from downloaded apps and VPNs. ———— Sponsored by: Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! Rise Vision - Interactive Digital Signage Templates + Touchscreen Displays ClassLink Lightspeed Fortinet - fortinetpodcast@fortinet.com NTP - dwren@ntp-inc.com ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/wdeuhxqyv3mbfxu9/riverside_245_k12_tech_talk_s_stu9p6c7.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 301, "name": "Episode 244 - 2025 Recap and 2026 Predictions!", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-244-2025-recap-and-2026-predictions", "datePublished": "2025-12-19", "dateText": "Dec 19, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2086", "description": "Josh, Chris, and Mark close out the year on Episode 244 with a fast-paced, candid recap: reviewing last year’s predictions, unpacking the biggest 2025 themes, and making bold calls for 2026. Chris shares a story about Missouri-flavored smoked ribs and a district core switch outage. Key topics include the mainstreaming of AI in K12, vendor security scrutiny (PowerSchool and Infinite Campus MFA), continued funding uncertainty, device cost, student data privacy, and looming screentime debates. The hosts share practical takeaways and predictions for 2026! AI, screentime, vendor accountability, tighter budgeting, and more!!! ———— Sponsored by: Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! NTP - dwren@ntp-inc.com VIZOR Lightspeed Fortinet - fortinetpodcast@fortinet.com Managed Methods - managedmethods.com ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/bnxd8qasx9xu5z6z/riverside_244_take_02_dec_17_2025_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu85yiw-ai97q2-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 300, "name": "Episode 243 - Screens & Smart Glasses", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-243-screens-and-smart-glasses", "datePublished": "2025-12-12", "dateText": "Dec 12, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2562", "description": "Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss students and screen time - including Australia’s ban on social media accounts for under 16, a NTIA listening session on excessive screen time in schools, and proposed Missouri legislation limiting K‑5 screen use and tech‑required homework. They dig into enforcement and equity concerns, district reporting and instructional use of devices, and the tension between digital literacy and reduced screen exposure. The main topic is on the rising issue of wearable smart glasses (Meta/Ray Ban) on campus - privacy, covert recording risks, policy implications, and how districts might respond. ———— Sponsored by: Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! NTP - dwren@ntp-inc.com Fortinet - fortinetpodcast@fortinet.com Managed Methods - managedmethods.com ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. 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We discuss the first‑in admin problem, educator verification (pay‑stub/DNS issues), SSO/SAML concerns, the 18‑month trial/pricing uncertainty, and whether OpenAI rushed the launch to capture market share. We also cover recent news: the FTC’s action against Illuminate over a 2021 data breach and the Department of Education’s tentative agreements to shift programs to other federal agencies. Plus Jeff from VIZOR joins to explain asset and device management features, repair workflows, and budgeting/ROI. ———— Sponsored by: Meter - meter.com/k12techtalk Visit meter.com/k12techtalk to book a demo! Extreme Networks - dmayer@extremenetworks.com Fortinet - fortinetpodcast@fortinet.com Lightspeed - lightspeedsystems.com VIZOR - vizor.cloud/k12techtalk ———— Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/kjzs8kynus3r8imp/riverside_chris_josh_mark_ta_dec_04_2025_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stuaoy55-d2avhs-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 298, "name": "Episode 241 - Free ChatGPT for Teachers and Snitch Boxes", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-241-free-chatgpt-for-teachers-and-snitch-boxes", "datePublished": "2025-11-21", "dateText": "Nov 21, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2474", "description": "Episode 241 covers ChatGPT’s new free teacher tier (available through June 2027), Google’s Gemini 3.0 release, and Wired’s investigation into bathroom vape detectors (aka “snitch boxes”) that raise serious privacy and microphone concerns. The guys also discuss the Canadian Privacy Commissioner’s findings on the PowerSchool breach, camera and sensor policy questions, and a tip to reduce calendar‑invite spam in Google and Microsoft environments. Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- VIZOR ChromebookParts.com YouTube Channel NTP Fortinet Managed Methods -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/632qbxajn6ha7zm6/riverside_241_nov_21_2025_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stua82iz-yzbpk8-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 297, "name": "Episode 240 - Block TPT? And an Interview with Joey Wender, SHLB", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-240-block-tpt-and-an-interview-with-joey-wender-shlb", "datePublished": "2025-11-14", "dateText": "Nov 14, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "3044", "description": "On this episode of K12 Tech Talk, we cover a busy week in school tech: Linewize and Google outages, handling suspicious Google logins, parental pushes to tighten cell phone rules, and worries about AI being used to draft IEPs and 504 plans. We discuss reports of malware tied to Teachers Pay Teachers and discuss the question - Should schools block Teachers Pay Teachers? Guest Joey Wender from the Schools, Health & Libraries Broadband Coalition (SHLB) joins to break down the Supreme Court ruling preserving the Universal Service Fund/E‑Rate, the future of E‑Rate funding, cybersecurity pilots, school bus Wi‑Fi and what these changes mean for district planning and broadband equity. Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- Lumu VIZOR ChromebookParts.com YouTube Channel Extreme Networks Fortinet Lightspeed Systems -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2kc5enp45wksaczc/riverside_joey_chris_josh_1_nov_14_2025_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stuarfgg-vbvzgt-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 296, "name": "Episode 239 - Outages, AI Bills, and the Shutdown's Impact on Schools", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-239-outages-ai-bills-and-the-shutdown-s-impact-on-schools", "datePublished": "2025-11-07", "dateText": "Nov 7, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2041", "description": "Join Josh and Mark on this week’s K‑12 Tech Talk as they break down the real-world effects of the federal government shutdown on schools, walk through a new federal AI bill (the GARD Act) and discuss major service outages that disrupted classrooms — including Chromebook/Google login problems, recent AWS and Entra incidents, and how districts should respond. Topics include the shutdown’s impact on SNAP, Head Start and school nutrition programs, proposed age‑verification and disclosure rules for AI chatbots, Character.ai’s under‑18 ban, Jamf’s acquisition by Francisco Partners, and practical outage response tactics (status checks, communications, and redundancy thresholds). Expect hands‑on advice about managing departed staff accounts and shared Drive ownership, recommended tools and resources, plus sponsor shoutouts and listener contact info. A concise, actionable episode for district tech leaders and educators navigating policy, reliability, and student safety. Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- NTP Lumu ChromebookParts.com YouTube Channel Jurassic Parts with ChromebookParts.com Extreme Networks Fortinet Managed Methods -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/f3k85vb3w4itv4g2/riverside_josh_mark_k12_tech_talk_s_stu7wbwd-xm2rdy-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 295, "name": "Episode 238 - How to Implement Student MFA", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-238-how-to-implement-student-mfa", "datePublished": "2025-10-31", "dateText": "Oct 31, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "3380", "description": "Holy MFA, Batman! This week, the guys discuss the sentencing of the individual behind the PowerSchool data breach, the recent AI weapons detection system that mistook a bag of chips for a gun and prompted police response, and Mark's Batman mask. Yes, it's Halloween time! The main segment is an interview with the tech team from Tahoe-Truckee Unified School District. They share their lessons learned from a highly ambitious project: rolling out multi-factor authentication (MFA) to every student. Learn how they tackled user experience and training to ensure stronger identity security for their entire K12 population. Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- ChromebookParts.com YouTube Channel Jurassic Parts with ChromebookParts.com Extreme Networks Fortinet Lightspeed Systems -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/p84gqp7aapjewnd6/riverside_238_oct_31_2025_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu9p5qu.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 294, "name": "Episode 237 - Drone Debrief, Google Inactive Accounts, and MOREnet", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-237-drone-debrief-google-inactive-accounts-and-morenet", "datePublished": "2025-10-24", "dateText": "Oct 24, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "3920", "description": "In this episode, we debrief last week’s Campus Guardian Angel interview, dig into Google’s new policy to delete inactive accounts after two years, and reflect on the recent AWS/DNS outage that impacted services. Then, K12TechPro's Hayden the New Guy brings multiple on‑site interviews from the MOREnet conference! Tech Department Salary Survey View the Dashboard Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- NTP ChromebookParts.com VIZOR Fortinet Managed Methods -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. 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Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/76hee3qqym63vszn/riverside_josh_chris_mark_oct_24_2025_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu7ah5o-jc9ybf-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 293, "name": "Episode 236 - Can Drones Make Schools Safer?", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-236-can-drones-make-schools-safer", "datePublished": "2025-10-17", "dateText": "Oct 17, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "4307", "description": "On Episode 236 of K12 Tech Talk, we discuss California’s new law to protect students using AI chatbots and revisit Campus Guardian Angel, a startup building drone-based responses for active shooter scenarios. The episode features an in-depth interview with Justin Marston (CEO/co-founder) and Bill King (Chief Tactical Officer/co-founder) from Campus Guardian Angel, covering drone design, networking, AI safeguards, operational tactics, digital twins of school layouts, integration with existing panic systems, and safety and ethical concerns. Chris, Josh, Mark, and the guests discuss technical details as well as broader policy questions about scaling, costs, and the role of legislators versus schools in preventing gun violence. Articles referenced in this episode: https://www.axios.com/2025/10/13/newsom-california-ai-chatbot-bill https://leginfo.legislature.ca.gov/faces/billNavClient.xhtml?bill_id=202520260SB243 https://apnews.com/article/california-chatbots-children-safety-ai-newsom-33be4d57d0e2d14553e02a94d9529976 Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- Lightspeed - K12TechPro Signal Review ChromebookParts.com Fortinet Extreme Networks -------------------- 00:00:00-Introduction to K12 Tech Talk 00:01:19-Jury Duty and Travel Tales 00:06:06-California AI Legislation 00:10:56-New York’s Lawsuit Against Social Media 00:13:58-Drones for School Safety 00:27:13-Drone Technology and Safety Features 00:33:17-Incident Response Protocol 00:55:29-Addressing the Root Problem -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! 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Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/2wkvnynesdv7hfjk/riverside_mark_racine_take_02_oct_17_2025_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_1_8ohsq-3se7ur-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 292, "name": "Episode 235 - Middle Schoolers are the Best!", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-235-middle-schoolers-are-the-best", "datePublished": "2025-10-10", "dateText": "Oct 10, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "3016", "description": "In this episode, Josh and Chris discuss the impact of personal device bans, noting increased Google Docs traffic and the creative ways students attempt to access unblocked games. Chris shares insights into managing content filtering and the ongoing battle with unwanted websites. Finally, Chris interviews Brian Edwards, Director of Educational Streaming, with Swank Motion Pictures to discuss copyright, performance licensing, and streaming in K12. For more information on the topics discussed in this episode with Brian Edwards, Director of Educational Streaming, with Swank Motion Pictures: Learn more about Swank K-12 Streaming here Learn more about copyright and licensing here Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- NTP Managed Methods VIZOR ChromebookParts.com Fortinet -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! 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Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3fw2muba6s98jdeu/audio1229073369.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 291, "name": "Episode 234 - What happens when a student account is compromised?", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-234-what-happens-when-a-student-account-is-compromised", "datePublished": "2025-10-03", "dateText": "Oct 3, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2454", "description": "This episode covers significant developments including the confirmed merger of Chrome and Android, the FCC's proposed changes to the E-rate program affecting school bus Wi-Fi and hotspots, and a critical discussion on controlling student account spamming and its associated risks like internal spam, data exfiltration, and privilege escalation. Referenced Links: https://chromeunboxed.com/its-official-google-says-the-android-and-chromeos-merger-is-coming-next-year/ https://www.k12dive.com/news/fcc-erate-hotspot-school-bus-wifi-carr/759432/ https://statescoop.com/cisa-confirms-its-ending-ms-isac-support/ https://k12six.org/compromise 00:00:00-Intro 00:03:52-ChromeOS & Android Update 00:05:11-Federal Funding Shifts 00:14:49-Compromised Student Accounts Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- Lightspeed - Chris' Signal Review Arista Fortinet -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/nakpa8w5fsi2gi7g/riverside_234_oct_2_2025_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_1_9oe5m.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 290, "name": "Episode 233 - Teenagers Using AI Companions?", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-233-teenagers-using-ai-companions", "datePublished": "2025-09-26", "dateText": "Sep 26, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "4079", "description": "Episode 233 discusses the newest tensions between AI and schools: teenagers using AI companions and alarming incidents tied to platforms like Character.ai that have drawn federal attention. Josh talks about his student MFA pilot using Clever, how onboarding works (and how MFA can be network-aware to reduce classroom friction), and using student-led help desks to test the rollout. The guys discuss a post from Jay on K12TechPro asking about IT leadership background (educators and non‑educators in K12 tech dept roles). The episode’s guest is Peter Kaplan from Fortinet, an E‑Rate expert. He breaks down why E‑Rate matters, outlines the FCC’s cybersecurity pilot (challenges with procurement, reporting, and evaluating success), and discusses gaps left by potential MS‑ISAC funding changes. He also highlights CISA's K12 resources and Fortinet’s no‑cost cybersecurity awareness materials for schools. Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! -------------------- NTP Managed Methods Arista VIZOR Fortinet -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/wb7xgbugb42s8xh6/riverside_233_sep_26_2025_003_k12_tech_talk_s_stu7gf0v-7f35mj-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 289, "name": "Episode 232 - Killer Drones, Google Outages & AI Whack‑A‑Mole", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-232-killer-drones-google-outages-and-ai-whack-a-mole", "datePublished": "2025-09-19", "dateText": "Sep 19, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2940", "description": "On Episode 222, we unpack a busy week in school tech: a nationwide Google outage that disrupted Chromebook logins, new Sophos data showing improving ransomware recovery and falling ransom payments, and CETA’s annual report putting AI at the top of state priorities. The conversation dives into the controversial campus drone pilot approved in Florida (non‑lethal pepper‑ball drones and on‑demand airborne security) and the AI Whack‑A‑Mole challenge as AI features appear inside search engines and become hard to block. We also discuss promising advances in live, voice‑to‑voice translation for K12 meetings and classrooms. Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! 00:00:00-Intro 00:09:46-Swag Store Update 00:12:59-Cybersecurity Trends 00:20:30-Killer Drones in Schools 00:30:53-AI Search 00:41:10-Real-Time Language Interpretation -------------------- Arista Lightspeed Systems Fortinet -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! 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Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/gf9xzx58n3hbuywc/riverside_chris_josh_mark_sep_19_2025_002_k12_tech_talk_s_stu6qdui-3yc2k8-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 288, "name": "Episode 231 - Our Top 5 Trending Back-to-School Topics", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-231-our-top-5-trending-back-to-school-topics", "datePublished": "2025-09-12", "dateText": "Sep 12, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "3363", "description": "On this episode, Josh, Chris, and Mark unpack their top five back-to-school trends shaping K-12 technology in 2025. Topics include shifting budgets and funding pressures, rising costs for materials and software, widespread school cell phone policies and bell-to-bell enforcement, the rapid expansion of AI tools in classrooms (including Notebook LM and Gemini), and growing school safety technology demands. The episode also highlights practical use cases for Notebook LM (flashcards, handbook summarization) and discusses vendor and licensing concerns. Our new Swag Store is OPEN - Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Josh talking about schools banning phones - The New York Times Notebook LM Flash Cards 00:00:00-Intro 00:01:41-School Year Kickoff 00:02:18-New Notebook LM Features 00:05:03-AI’s Role in Education 00:12:47-Top 5 Trending Topics in Education -------------------- NTP Managed Methods Arista VIZOR Fortinet -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (tech dept gift boxes, shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/33uu96yrz8j2v3ne/riverside_231_take_02_sep_12_2025_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_1_bjykl-9yc97j-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 287, "name": "Episode 230 - Office 365 or Google Workspace or BOTH?", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-230-office-365-or-google-workspace-or-both", "datePublished": "2025-09-05", "dateText": "Sep 5, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2689", "description": "On this episode, the guys are back together with Mark sharing a story about a tech emergency during his recent Alaskan cruise vacation. This episode covers current events, including a potential cut in federal Title 1 funding and the elimination of all Title 2, 3, and 4 funding in a proposed House of Representatives budget. Chris, Josh, and Mark celebrate the news that Google will not be forced to sell off Chrome, as a judge ruled against this measure in a recent antitrust case. They delve into the challenges of managing both Office 365 and Google Workspace within the same school district. Finally, Chris interviews Greg Purcell, a customer of Prey. 00:00:00-Intro 00:06:24-Federal Funding Cuts (Again) 00:11:02-Google's Antitrust Conclusion 00:19:30-Managing Google & Office365 -------------------- Lightspeed Arista Fortinet Chromebookparts.com -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/bnm9q5xdm9c2ppep/riverside_chris_josh_mark_sep_5_2025_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stuauldm.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 286, "name": "Episode 229 - MagicSchool, Esports, and Update Issues", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-229-magicschool-esports-and-update-issues", "datePublished": "2025-08-29", "dateText": "Aug 29, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "3566", "description": "Josh and Chris recap the hectic second week of school, covering Chromebook rollouts, Clever headaches, cell‑phone bans, and a recent ChromeOS update rollback. They also ask the question \"Is Esports a sport?\" The episode highlight? A candid interview with Adeel Khan, founder and CEO of MagicSchool. Adeel shares MagicSchool's origin story, how MagicSchool uses AI models with human‑in‑the‑loop evaluations, its focus on K12 privacy, and its plans for customizable district tools and an AI operating system for schools. -------------------- NTP Managed Methods Arista Fortinet -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/tjytrde35x85qwjd/audio1381989402-dhtnwn-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 285, "name": "Episode 228 - The First Week Back", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-228-the-first-week-back", "datePublished": "2025-08-22", "dateText": "Aug 22, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2832", "description": "Josh and Chris talk about the first week back to school - Smartboard repairs, missing classroom printers, tech tickets, moving equipment, and more. They also share anecdotes about Mark’s Alaska trip (send pics for prizes). They also discuss vendor DPAs, the fallout from bell‑to‑bell cell phone bans, and creative MFA options. -------------------- Lightspeed Extreme Networks CTL VIZOR Fortinet -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/52wpze86g2mcwe96/epjoshchris-rz6vyx-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 284, "name": "Episode 227 - State‑Mandated AI, Back‑to‑School Mayhem & the Birth of \"Grumpy Josh\"", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-227-state-mandated-ai-back-to-school-mayhem-and-the-birth-of-grumpy-josh", "datePublished": "2025-08-15", "dateText": "Aug 15, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2783", "description": "Josh, Chris and Mark dive into the chaos of the back‑to‑school rush and the latest K‑12 tech headlines. Topics include Ohio’s new requirement that districts adopt AI policies, the pros and cons of writing evergreen AI regulations, and how that mandate could interact with existing tech agreements. The trio also covers recent news like ChatGPT‑5’s launch and integrations, a Fortinet vulnerability alert, and San Francisco Unified’s payroll/ERP struggles. Between updates they share candid stories from the frontline: ticket surges as staff return, construction and classroom rollouts, recovering deleted Google accounts, and practical coping strategies for IT teams (from daily planning tricks to quick wellness tips). Expect first‑hand anecdotes, real‑world advice for managing summer‑to‑school transitions and a light‑hearted finale — the improvised children’s story “Grumpy Josh and the Magical Gummies.” Tune in for an episode that blends policy debate, troubleshooting war stories, and a little comic relief. Referenced Links: https://marketbrief.edweek.org/regulation-policy/ohio-is-requiring-ai-policies-for-all-k-12-schools-will-other-states-follow/2025/08 https://www.govtech.com/education/k-12/sfusd-payroll-software-prompts-teachers-union-labor-complaint Grumpy Josh Storybook: https://g.co/gemini/share/477028792b1c 00:00:00-Intro 00:12:44-AI Policies in Education 00:17:00-Summer Woes 00:42:55-Grumpy Josh -------------------- NTP Managed Methods CTL VIZOR Fortinet -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/3vpffdqxazivh4pc/riverside_chris_josh_mark_aug_15_2025_002_k12_tech_talk_s_stu8mxco-9qspg2-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 283, "name": "Episode 226 - Back to School with Gemini... or Not?", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-226-back-to-school-with-gemini-or-not", "datePublished": "2025-08-08", "dateText": "Aug 8, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2838", "description": "In this episode, we talk about AI (and other things)! We discuss the growing concerns surrounding school surveillance tools, examining case studies where innocent student jokes have led to harsh outcomes due to automated threat detection. Shifting gears, we look at the availability of AI tools like Gemini Pro and ChatGPT for college students, including student discount programs. Also, we analyze a recent Common Sense Media report on AI teacher assistants, discussing their moderate risk rating, potential for invisible influence, concerns about novice teachers taking content as fact, and the risks associated with using AI for high-stakes circumstances like IEP creation or grading. Much of the episode is spent unpacking Jay's K12TechPro survey regarding Gemini and NotebookLM in classrooms, revealing current district policies on AI use for staff and students, and the presence (or absence) of board policies. Referenced URLs: https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2025/08/07/ai-school-surveillance-gaggle-goguardian-bark/473cb556-737e-11f0-84e0-485bb531abeb_story.html https://apnews.com/article/ai-school-surveillance-gaggle-goguardian-bark-8c531cde8f9aee0b1ef06cfce109724a https://gemini.google/students/ https://help.openai.com/en/articles/10986084-student-discounts-for-chatgpt-terms-of-service https://www.commonsensemedia.org/sites/default/files/featured-content/files/csm-ai-risk-assessment-ai-teacher-assistants-final.pdf 00:00:00-Intro 00:14:21-Gemini & ChatGPT Student Promo 00:16:00-Surveilling Students 00:19:15-Common Sense Media - Bias in AI 00:25:43-Are you enabling AI for students? -------------------- PowerGistics Lightspeed (Check out Signal!) Fortinet -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/egdv8i8eaym8grwm/riverside_226_aug_8_2025_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu741tn.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 282, "name": "Episode 225 - How Are Districts Handling State Cell Phone Bans?", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-225-how-are-districts-handling-state-cell-phone-bans", "datePublished": "2025-08-01", "dateText": "Aug 1, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2601", "description": "This week, we're covering some hot topics making headlines, including the recent unfreezing of billions in education funds, new disability policies being considered in Louisiana that involve cameras in classrooms, and the rise of AI-powered instruction in a Texas private school. Beyond the news, our main topic is a deep dive into how states and schools are currently handling cell phone bans. We'll explore different approaches, from school-by-school discretion to bell-to-bell bans and even complete prohibitions on possession. We'll discuss the implications of these policies and what they mean for students and educators in the digital age. News articles discussed: https://www.chalkbeat.org/2025/07/25/trump-administration-unfreezes-billions-in-education-funds-for-schools/ https://www.nola.com/news/education/la-schools-must-update-disability-policies-under-new-law/article_2951749d-d2ce-47d1-ae45-81b8d48237f9.html https://www.foxnews.com/us/ai-running-classroom-texas-school-students-say-its-awesome https://malegislature.gov/PressRoom/Detail?pressReleaseId=231 00:00:00-Intro 00:11:23-Controversial LA Law 00:16:43-Texas AI School 00:18:30-State Cell Phone Bans -------------------- PowerGistics NTP -------------------- Join the K12TechPro Community (exclusively for K12 Tech professionals) Buy some swag (shirts, hoodies...)!!! Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR our \"professional\" email addy is info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/427cf5mizgsbjzji/riverside_chris_josh_mark_aug_1_2025_001_k12_tech_talk_s_stu_1_8kzov.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 281, "name": "Episode 224 - Vendor Support in Small Districts", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-224-vendor-support-in-small-districts", "datePublished": "2025-07-25", "dateText": "Jul 25, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2349", "description": "Join us this week as we welcome our new AI co-host and delve into the unique challenges and opportunities of vendor support in small districts. From the highlights of the MidwestTechTalk conference to the intricacies of tech support for small schools, we cover it all. Hear about the latest AI updates in education with Canvas integrating ChatGPT and the DOE's new AI guidelines. We also discuss the importance of vendor relationships, pricing transparency, and the impact of federal funding freezes. Articles Referenced: https://mashable.com/article/open-ai-education-canvas-partnership https://www.businesswire.com/news/home/20250708034741/en/PowerSchool-Announces-Antonio-Pietri-as-Next-CEO-Effective-October-6-2025 https://www.cnbc.com/2025/07/22/microsoft-sharepoint-chinese-hackers.html https://www.k12dive.com/news/gop-senators-letter-trump-omb-frozen-education-funds/753366/ https://www.k12dive.com/news/states-sue-over-frozen-education-funds-Linda-McMahon-Trump-OMB/752995/ https://thejournal.com/articles/2025/07/23/ed-grant-portal-target-of-phishing-campaign.aspx?admgarea=News1 https://www.ed.gov/about/news/press-release/us-department-of-education-issues-guidance-artificial-intelligence-use-schools-proposes-additional-supplemental-priority 00:00:00-Introduction 00:06:14-News 00:19:00-Vendor Support for Small Districts -------------------- PowerGistics Lightspeed Systems Managed Methods Fortinet Extreme Networks NTP -------------------- Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 Join the K12TechPro Community Buy some swag X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. 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Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/gqi4pdm2tz3waxk7/224-gvbwek-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 280, "name": "Episode 223 - Everything You Need To Know About Google's Summer Updates!", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-223-everything-you-need-to-know-about-google-s-summer-updates", "datePublished": "2025-07-18", "dateText": "Jul 18, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "3521", "description": "Josh, Chris, and Mark dive deep into the latest product and licensing changes announced by Google this summer. The trio discusses how Google's updates could impact schools, highlighting essential decisions IT Directors and educators need to make regarding AI tools like Gemini and NotebookLM. Special emphasis is placed on Google's move to enhance the classroom experience, with standalone products like Google Vids and other classroom management tools. Listeners can expect an exploration of Google's strategic updates in their offerings, along with insights on managing these changes effectively, especially in context with budget considerations and licensing shifts. Whether you're a tech director or a classroom teacher, this episode is packed with valuable information to help navigate the evolving educational technology landscape. News articles discussed: Supreme Court allows DoE layoffs - https://apnews.com/article/supreme-court-trump-education-layoffs-9370415531185092341b16a6bfea9344 District sued by parent over digital hall pass software - https://www.oregonlive.com/education/2025/07/oregon-parent-takes-school-district-to-court-over-digital-hall-pass-privacy-issues.html ISTE EdTech Index now available in Clever, Classlink, and SchoolDay - https://www.prnewswire.com/news-releases/helping-schools-make-safer-smarter-edtech-connectionsnow-with-trusted-quality-indicators-302494504.html Google's Summer Updates - https://workspaceupdates.googleblog.com/2025/06/gemini-google-classroom-all-edu-editions.html 00:00:00-Intro 00:05:50-National Education News Update 00:08:25-Privacy Concerns in Schools 00:12:35-ISTE Edtech Index 00:14:40-Google Updates 00:17:20-Gemini & Notebook LM 00:24:38-Google Vids 00:26:36-Google Classroom 00:35:32-Google Meet 00:36:40-Class Tools 00:48:00-Licensing Changes Explained 00:55:08-Episode Wrap-Up and Next Steps -------------------- PowerGistics Luma Fortinet Extreme Networks VIZOR -------------------- Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 Join the K12TechPro Community Buy some swag X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. 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Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/fsnh9e46k625i9dx/riverside_223_k12_tech_talk_1_9rcj5-6udqhd-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 279, "name": "Episode 222 - Live from the GAMEIS Conference!", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-222-live-from-the-gameis-conference", "datePublished": "2025-07-14", "dateText": "Jul 14, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "3450", "description": "Join us for an exciting episode recorded live at the GAMEIS Conference in beautiful Savannah, Georgia. Our hosts dive into the world of education technology and cybersecurity with insights from key players in the field. Listeners will hear from prominent figures in the Georgia ed-tech scene, including Rusty Boone from McIntosh County, who shares innovative Chromebook management strategies and the benefits of involving students in device care. Roman Gaddis and Logan Evans discuss the growing importance of AI in schools, while Geekender makes a special appearance to talk about the role of the Reddit K12sysadmin community. From addressing challenges such as ransomware and cybersecurity to networking with peers and learning about the latest tech trends, this episode offers a comprehensive look at the opportunities and issues facing educational technology today. Tune in to experience the camaraderie, culinary delights, and cutting-edge content that defined the GAMEIS Conference 2025. 00:00:00-GAMEIS Conference 00:03:17-Rusty Boone 00:24:19-Chromebookparts.com 00:25:56-Craig Dinn 00:32:50-Clint & Holly 00:38:10-Logan Evans 00:48:50-Geekender! 00:53:10-Closing -------------------- PowerGistics' favorite Chromebook damage excuses Fortinet Lightspeed Managed Methods VIZOR NTP -------------------- Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 Join the K12TechPro Community Buy some swag X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/ruinxk7wsahtrywg/riverside_savannah_k12_tech_talk_1_akws1-6auqmr-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 278, "name": "Episode 221 - Supreme Court Decisions and Google Updates", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-221-supreme-court-decisions-and-google-updates", "datePublished": "2025-07-02", "dateText": "Jul 2, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2071", "description": "Join Josh and Mark on the K-12 Tech Talk Podcast as they tackle pressing issues impacting the education sector. This week, they delve into the Supreme Court's decision to preserve E-Rate funding, celebrating a 6-3 vote victory that aligns with predictions. Listen in as they break down the implications of dissenting voices seeking stricter non-delegation doctrines. The hosts shift gears to dissect the White House’s newly announced AI and Education Pledge, questioning the sustainability of funding pledges amid a federal education funding freeze affecting vital programs across 33 states. They detail the monetary impact this pause could have, reporting on fears of cuts following a pocket rescission. Riding the wave of announcements, Josh and Mark explore Google's latest suite of enhancements, including Gemini in Google Classroom, promoting advanced functionality in lesson planning and personalized learning tools. They highlight the innovative classroom management features now possible, particularly for English Language Learners, showcasing real-time translations and AI-driven assessments. However, the excitement is tempered by a deep dive into Google's new licensing structure, which clouds the atmosphere with costs rising. The changes demand strategic planning from districts, especially where financial constraints loom large following the expiration of ESSER funds. ----more---- 00:00:00-Intro 00:01:44-Supreme Court’s E-rate Decision 00:04:25-White House AI and Education Pledge 00:06:09-Federal Funding Pause Concerns 00:11:09-Google Announcements Overview 00:22:01-Google’s New Licensing Model 00:34:35-Closing Thoughts and Next Steps", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/5zczyvbyb9tff6yz/221-n5upab-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 277, "name": "Episode 220 - ISTE Preview and Summer Staff Transitions", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/episode-220-iste-preview-and-summer-staff-transitions", "datePublished": "2025-06-27", "dateText": "Jun 27, 2025", "duration": null, "durationText": "2388", "description": "Welcome to this week's episode with Chris and Mark (Josh is on vacation!). We give a sneak peek of ISTE and its EdTech index and the five quality indicators that are setting new standards for EdTech vendors. This episode also examines the timely topic of staff transitions over the summer, unpacking the challenges associated with tech handovers, account management, and also the juggling act of summer vacations. A special highlight is the coverage of a recent study on the implementation of a cell phone ban in schools, exploring the profound impacts it has had on classroom culture, social interaction, and student focus. Additionally, we discuss... AI! We check out some highlights of Microsoft's 2025 AI and education report. 00:00:00-Intro 00:00:57-ISTE Preview 00:04:11-EdTech Rebranding 00:05:43-Cell Phone Ban Study Findings 00:11:04-AI in Education Report 00:18:17-Handling Employee Departures 00:36:10-Upcoming Events and Conferences -------------------- PowerGistics' favorite Chromebook damage excuses Fortinet Lightspeed Prey - Email k12tech@preyproject.com and/or click this link for info! 15% off first year! CTL CTL is introducing 3 new products this week and next: Updated: CTL Chromebook NL73 Gen 2, now with faster N150 processing, 2 clamshells and 1 touchscreen, 4/64 and 8/64 configurations New: CTL Chromebook PX121E, an 8/64 device with an expansive 12.2\" screen for better immersive learning experiences Brand new: CTL Chromebox OPS device, which can breathe new life into existing interactive displays and bring them into the ChromeOS ecosystem for better classroom integration and simpler IT management They'll be showing these new products at ISTE starting June 30th, 2025... Booth #2049 -------------------- Email us at k12techtalk@gmail.com OR info@k12techtalkpodcast.com Call us at 314-329-0363 Join the K12TechPro Community Buy some swag X @k12techtalkpod Facebook Visit our LinkedIn Music by Colt Ball Disclaimer: The views and work done by Josh, Chris, and Mark are solely their own and do not reflect the opinions or positions of sponsors or any respective employers or organizations associated with the guys. K12 Tech Talk itself does not endorse or validate the ideas, views, or statements expressed by Josh, Chris, and Mark's individual views and opinions are not representative of K12 Tech Talk. Furthermore, any references or mention of products, services, organizations, or individuals on K12 Tech Talk should not be considered as endorsements related to any employer or organization associated with the guys.", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://mcdn.podbean.com/mf/web/k24bzju537mtfz9b/riverside_220_jun_27_2025_001_k12_tech_talk79c7d-dgwf5a-Optimized.mp3" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 268, "name": "E‑Rate Under Scrutiny: FCC's Proposed Rule Changes Explained", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/e-rate-under-scrutiny-fcc-s-proposed-rule-changes-explained", "datePublished": "2026-06-11", "dateText": "2026-06-11", "duration": "PT53M", "durationText": "53m", "description": "In episode 268, Josh, Chris, and Mark break down the Federal Communications Commission's newly published proposed rule changes to the E‑Rate program. The conversation explains the scope of the public comment period, where the proposals came from, and what districts, consortia, and vendors should watch for over the coming months. The guys discuss what services could be removed from E‑Rate eligibility, the FCC's questions about screen time, CIPA filtering expectations, and how the Commission is…", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://k12techtalkpodcast.com/e/e%e2%80%91rate-under-scrutiny-fccs-proposed-rule-changes-explained/" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 267, "name": "Josh Gets Replaced with AI", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/josh-gets-replaced-with-ai", "datePublished": "2026-06-04", "dateText": "2026-06-04", "duration": "PT46M", "durationText": "46m", "description": "On this week’s episode, the guys test whether artificial intelligence can replace a person - with AI‑cloned \"Josh\" sprinkled through the episode. Chris and Mark cover the rapid early success of Apple’s new MacBook Neo, including Kansas City Public Schools’ plan to replace roughly 30,000 Windows PCs and Chromebooks after a 4,500‑unit proof of concept. Elizabethtown Area School District’s cell phone and smartwatch ban (and the community reaction to program names like “Cellcatraz” versus “Device…", "speaker": [ { "type": "Person", "name": "Chantell Manahan", "jobTitle": null, "homepageLocation": null, "description": null, "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/guests/chantell-manahan" } ], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://k12techtalkpodcast.com/e/ai-cloned-my-co%e2%80%91host-%e2%80%94-we-let-ai-josh-host-the-show/" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 266, "name": "Summer School, Screen Time, and Movies", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/summer-school-screen-time-and-movies", "datePublished": "2026-05-28", "dateText": "2026-05-28", "duration": "PT55M", "durationText": "55m", "description": "Episode 266 of the K12 Tech Talk podcast finds Josh, Chris and Mark diving into the summer school circus, national policy, guidance on watching movies in schools, and screen time. This week’s guest is Amy Bennett, Chief of Staff at Lightspeed Systems, who joins to unpack the screen time debate, data-driven monitoring, and what tech leaders should do next. The main topic is on MOVIES! \"Can I watch that movie in my classroom?\" The guys discuss copyright, fair use, and the difference between…", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://k12techtalkpodcast.com/e/screen-time-showdown-laws-data-classroom-reality-%e2%80%94-ep-266/" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 265, "name": "Why the Class of 2026 Is Rejecting AI", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/why-the-class-of-2026-is-rejecting-ai", "datePublished": "2026-05-21", "dateText": "2026-05-21", "duration": "PT36M", "durationText": "36m", "description": "On Episode 265, Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss the end‑of‑year scramble in K‑12 technology and a growing cultural moment - the Class of 2026’s strong reaction to AI at college commencements. The guys dive into several stories affecting schools - cybercriminal deep‑fake sextortion attacks using student photos from public sites; a public GitHub repository that exposed highly privileged CISA credentials; and the ongoing fallout from the Instructure Canvas breach. The main topic explores why recent…", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://k12techtalkpodcast.com/e/graduation-booed-why-the-class-of-2026-is-rejecting-ai/" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 264, "name": "Googlebook Announcement & Canvas Breach Debrief", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/googlebook-announcement-and-canvas-breach-debrief", "datePublished": "2026-05-14", "dateText": "2026-05-14", "duration": "PT49M", "durationText": "49m", "description": "On this episode, the guys discuss Google's announcement of the new \"Googlebook\" (a reported merge of Android and Chrome OS), growing controversy and litigation around iReady and screen time in schools, and a debrief of the recent Canvas/Instructure security incident with guest Michael Klein from the Institute for Security and Technology. 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Finally, the guys review a National Bureau of Economic Research study on lockable cell phone pouches, weighing the limited academic impacts…", "speaker": [ { "type": "Person", "name": "Dave Barclay", "jobTitle": null, "homepageLocation": null, "description": null, "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/guests/dave-barclay" } ], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://k12techtalkpodcast.com/e/canvas-ransomed-shiny-hunters-strike-k-12-and-colleges/" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 262, "name": "EdTech AI Gone Wild", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/edtech-ai-gone-wild", "datePublished": "2026-04-30", "dateText": "2026-04-30", "duration": "PT42M", "durationText": "42m", "description": "On Episode 262, Josh, Chris, and Mark discuss the risks of edtech tools that add generative AI without age checks or strong guardrails, share a new K12 SIX resource and rubric for security essentials, and cover email security best practices. For the main topic, the guys talk about \"secure email.\" Districts are being asked to send more sensitive information outside the network - to parents, agencies, vendors - but there's no shared standard for what \"secure email\" even means in K12. TLS…", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://k12techtalkpodcast.com/e/edtech-ai-gone-wild-when-chatbots-cross-the-line/" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 261, "name": "Navigate360 Breach, LAUSD Screen-Time Plan, & Climbing the K-12 Tech Ladder", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/navigate360-breach-lausd-screen-time-plan-and-climbing-the-k-12-tech-ladder", "datePublished": "2026-04-24", "dateText": "2026-04-24", "duration": "PT45M", "durationText": "45m", "description": "In episode 261 of K12 Tech Talk, the hosts are back from CoSN Chicago and revisit the P3 breach story that has been ongoing for the last few weeks. The latest reports show the stolen records have now been listed for sale, while the company has not issued a full public disclosure. On the screen time front, the hosts review LAUSD’s draft approach that emphasizes guidelines over hard time caps, reductions in K–1 screen use, changes to device programs for grades 2–5, and limits on student-led…", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://k12techtalkpodcast.com/e/navigate360-breach-lausd-screen-time-plan-and-climbing-the-k-12-tech-ladder/" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 260, "name": "Highlights from CoSN 2026 in Chicago", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/highlights-from-cosn-2026-in-chicago", "datePublished": "2026-04-16", "dateText": "2026-04-16", "duration": "PT1H32M", "durationText": "1h 32m", "description": "Live from CoSN 2026 in Chicago, this episode brings quick conversations with leaders across K12. Guests include: Earl Franks, NAESP Jean-Claude Brizard, Digital Promise Global CTL (Jason and Michelle) Dr. Kari Murphy, Deer Park Joey Wender, SHLB Amanda Lanicek (\"Amanda from LinkedIn\") Joan Wade, AESA Jim Rowan, ASBO Stacy Hawthorne, CoSN Chair David Wren, NTP School leadership, funding concerns, AI, building coordinated systems, sustainable device lifecycle, cybersecurity, data privacy, screen…", "speaker": [], "listen": { "spotify": null, "youtube": null, "original": "https://k12techtalkpodcast.com/e/cosen-2026-building-whats-next-%e2%80%94-ai-screen-time-community/" } }, { "type": "PodcastEpisode", "position": 259, "name": "Is Your District Ready for an AI-Powered Cyberattack?", "url": "https://www.k12podcasts.com/podcasts/k12-tech-talk/is-your-district-ready-for-an-ai-powered-cyberattack", "datePublished": "2026-04-09", "dateText": "2026-04-09", "duration": "PT44M", "durationText": "44m", "description": "The guys discuss the rising AI-driven security risks facing school districts, including convincing deepfake video and voice scams, advanced phishing, and the implications of new AI research such as Anthropic’s Mythos and Project Glasswing. 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