Episodes

  • The Promises and Peril of AI with Ken Shelton - PC109

    The Promises and Peril of AI with Ken Shelton - PC109
    Sep 22 2025
    In this episode of the Partial Credit Podcast, hosts Jesse Lubinsky, Donnie Piercey, and Jeffery Heil celebrate Ken Shelton's 10th appearance. The conversation explores various themes, including the evolution of technology in education, the promises and perils of AI, and a critique of the Alpha School's educational model. The hosts discuss the impact of AI on learning and teaching, emphasizing the importance of ethical considerations and the role of teachers in innovative education. The episode highlights the need for a critical examination of educational practices and the influence of technology on student outcomes. In this conversation, the speakers critically examine the themes of equity in education, the role of AI in teaching and learning, and the need for innovative assessment strategies. They discuss the importance of AI literacy for educators and students, emphasizing the necessity of teaching foundational skills before integrating AI tools. The conversation highlights the challenges and opportunities presented by AI in education, advocating for a thoughtful approach to its implementation.
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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • Celebrating Seven Years of Partial Credit at the Sizzler - PC108

    Celebrating Seven Years of Partial Credit at the Sizzler - PC108
    Sep 8 2025
    In this episode of Partial Credit, the hosts celebrate their seven-year anniversary while diving into various topics including fantasy sports, classroom activities, and the cultural phenomenon of K-Pop Demon Hunters. They discuss the controversies surrounding sports friendships, the integration of technology in creative writing, and the intersection of sports and YouTube culture. The episode wraps up with a fun segment on useless websites and activities for listeners. Takeaways:
    • The podcast celebrates its seven-year anniversary, reflecting on its journey.
    • Fantasy sports leagues can be a fun way to engage with friends and family.
    • Controversies in sports can affect friendships and lead to humorous situations.
    • Kids' interests, like K-Pop, can be integrated into classroom activities.
    • Using technology, such as AI, can enhance creative writing projects in schools.
    • K-Pop Demon Hunters has become a cultural phenomenon among students.
    • The intersection of sports and YouTube culture is growing, with unique events like Mr. Beast's challenges.
    • Useless websites can provide fun and engaging activities for students.
    • Teachers can use fantasy sports to teach math and statistics in a fun way.
    • Engaging students with creative projects can lead to memorable learning experiences.
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    49 mins
  • Viva Teaching in Las Vegas with Jason Smith - PC107

    Viva Teaching in Las Vegas with Jason Smith - PC107
    Sep 1 2025

    Teacher Jason Smith stops by to talk about his classroom, the time he got to go to the Super Bowl, and his student teaching experience.

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    51 mins
  • Schools of Rock Fantasy Draft - PC106

    Schools of Rock Fantasy Draft - PC106
    Aug 25 2025
    In this episode of Partial Credit, the fellas dive into the excitement of fantasy draft season, but with a twist: they draft musicians to serve as teachers in a fictional school. Each host selected musicians for various subjects, leading to humorous debates and creative reasoning behind their choices. The conversation flows through the selection process, culminating in a lively analysis of their picks and a call for listeners to vote on the best team. The draft results: Donnie's School: Brian May (Science) Bjork (Arts) Raffi (Reading) Bob Dylan (Math) Jeff's School: John Coltrane (Math) Neil Peart (Arts) Ezra Koenig (English) Roger Taylor (Science) Jesse's School: "Weird" Al Yankovic (Math) David Bowie (Arts) Lin-Manuel Miranda (English/History) Dexter Holland (Science) Who do you think won? Let us know using by tagging us at @partialcredited.
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    35 mins
  • The One Where We Talk About Sandwiches - PC105

    The One Where We Talk About Sandwiches - PC105
    Jul 28 2025

    This week, the boys talked about AI generated music in the classroom and sandwiches. Jeff also had a very important public service announcement.
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    54 mins
  • And We're Back... Again! - PC104

    And We're Back... Again! - PC104
    Jun 16 2025

    Donnie, Jeff, and Jesse are going to start recording again.. for real this time. And yes, we're going to start releasing more episodes.

    Also for real.

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    49 mins
  • Don't Call It A Comeback! - PC103

    Don't Call It A Comeback! - PC103
    Feb 28 2024

    After an extended hiatus, the Partial Credit crew is back and open for business!
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    59 mins
  • Our Mandy-Festo: Raising the Bards and Rejecting Bans with Mandy Perez - PC102

    Our Mandy-Festo: Raising the Bards and Rejecting Bans with Mandy Perez - PC102
    Apr 16 2023

    Mandy Perez, the 2023 Kentucky Teacher of the Year joins the boys to talk about her work.
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    1 hr and 23 mins