
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 • 61 episodes
The Rant Podcast
Latest Episodes
Navigating the Next Four Years with Ellie Bertani
Ellie Bertani, CEO of GitLab Foundation, revolutionizes philanthropy with a data-driven approach that puts measurable economic impact at the center of every grant decision. This eye-opening conversation reveals how GitLab Foundation aims to gen...
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Season 3
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Episode 16
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33:26

Navigating the Next Four Years with John King
When higher education comes under attack, who stands up to defend its core mission? In this compelling conversation, Chancellor John King of the State University of New York brings his unique perspective as a former high school teacher, Secreta...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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33:04

Navigating the Next Four Years with Janet Napolitano
The drumbeat against higher education continues to grow louder. In this revealing conversation with Janet Napolitano—former Arizona Governor, Secretary of Homeland Security under President Obama, and President of the University of California—we...
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Season 3
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Episode 15
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30:29

Navigating the Next Four Years with Mike Madrid
Republican political consultant Mike Madrid joins host Eloy Ortiz-Oakley to examine the seismic shifts occurring in American democracy through the unique lens of Latino voter behavior. As co-founder of the Lincoln Project and author of "The Lat...
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Season 3
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Episode 14
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53:44

Navigating the Next Four Years with Michael Itzkowitz
The pursuit of higher education has always been seen as a pathway to success, but how effectively are colleges serving low and moderate-income students? In this episode, we engage with Michael Itzkowitz to unveil the California Mobility Index, ...
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Season 3
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Episode 13
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32:49
