The Rant Podcast
A bi-weekly podcast focused on pulling back the curtain on the American higher education system and breaking down the people, the policies and the politics. The podcast host, Eloy Ortiz Oakley, is a known innovator and leader in higher education. The podcast will not pull any punches as it delves into tough questions about the culture, politics and policies of our higher education system.
Podcasting since 2023 • 46 episodes
The Rant Podcast
Latest Episodes
Reforming Prison Education with Scott Budnick
Hollywood film producer Scott Budnick, known for blockbusters like the Hangover Trilogy and Just Mercy, shares his journey from making hits to transforming lives through prison reform. What triggered a successful Hollywood producer to dedicate ...
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Season 3
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Episode 2
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31:09
Supporting Student Success and Overcoming Setbacks with Tim Storey
What if setbacks could actually fuel your success? This week on The Rant Podcast, we kick off season three with the extraordinary Tim Storey, a global thought leader and life strategist known for his transformative impact. We unravel the comple...
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Season 3
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Episode 1
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35:55
Insights on Leadership and Innovation from Paul LeBlanc
What does it take to lead a university through two decades of transformative change? Join us as Paul LeBlanc, the former president of Southern New Hampshire University, unpacks his remarkable 21-year tenure. Recorded at the ASU GSV Summit in Sa...
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Season 2
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Episode 24
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31:10
Exploring AI and Cloud in Higher Education with Laura Ipsen, CEO of Ellucian
What if the future of higher education is already here, driven by cutting-edge technology and strategic innovation? In this episode, we sit down with Laura Ipsen, CEO of Ellucian, live from the bustling ASU+GSV Summit in San Diego. Laura provid...
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Season 2
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Episode 23
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23:09
Talking Innovation in Higher Education with Michael Crow, President of ASU
Prepare to unlock the future of higher education as we sit down with Dr. Michael Crow, President of Arizona State University, at the 14th ASU+GSV Summit. Discover how pioneering technologies, especially artificial intelligence, are revolutioniz...
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Season 2
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Episode 22
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36:22