What I Want to Know with Kevin P. Chavous

Welcome to ‘What I Want to Know’, one of the most downloaded K-12 education podcasts in the country! Listen in with our host, Kevin P. Chavous, as he connects with innovators and leaders who share practical, transformative solutions to the biggest challenges in education today. As America rethinks the future of schooling, Kevin explores emerging needs and possibilities, for students and educators alike, through short, stimulating conversations. Subscribe to ‘What I Want to Know’ on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or your favorite podcast platform, and leave a rating and review so we can bring you more of the topics you want to hear about!

150. Should video games be used as tools for learning? with President and CEO of the Entertainment Software Association, Stanley Pierre-Louis

Apr 17, 2024

According to the Entertainment Software Association, 76% of kids play video games. With their ability to build problem-solving, communication, and collaboration skills video games are starting to make their way to the classroom.

What are the benefits of video games? What role should parents have in choosing the games...

149. How can we encourage an interest in science in young girls? with Founder of Science Girl's Lab Melissa Alderete

Apr 10, 2024

Research shows that girls and young women lose interest in science and math as they move through their school years. And now, women make up only 28% of the STEM workforce.

How can we use science to inspire kids? Why is it important for girls to see themselves represented in the field? And how can we encourage an...

148. What is the role of philanthropy in education? with President and CEO of the Daniels Fund, Hanna Skandera

Apr 3, 2024

We all know that philanthropy is important in education. Many worthwhile organizations rely on the generosity of philanthropic groups who are determined to help kids and schools through their donations. But the needs of schools have changed, particularly following the pandemic.

What is the role of philanthropy in...

147. Why does representation matter in children's literature? with Author and Speaker Alliah Agostini

Mar 27, 2024

Over the past decade, children’s literature has become far more diverse. In fact, research found that in 2022 about 45 percent of kids’ and teens’ books had a nonwhite author, illustrator, or compiler, which was up from only 8 percent in 2014.

How can we encourage representation in children’s books? What are the...

146. How can books build community? with Executive Director of Little Free Library Greig Metzger

Mar 20, 2024

During the pandemic, 35% of the world increased their reading habits. And now, from book clubs to #BookTok, people have continued to turn to books as an anecdote to isolation and a way to build community.

Why is reading so transformative? How can we ensure everyone has access to books? And how can books...