The Partial Credit Podcast

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Half-Caked and Fully Back with Nick Provenzano - PC123 Oct 01, 2026

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The boys are back for another school year and have plenty to talk about. Nick Provenzano joins for some sports talk, including the NFL, college athletes getting paid, and the pain of rooting for teams that just can't seem to get it together. Then they get into AI in schools. Should schools restrict it? Does everyone have equal access? Are teachers ready for it? And can AI actually help kids learn? Plus, some new "half-caked" ideas for schools, a few pop-culture recommendations, and a trip down memory lane with some classic video games.

Ironic, Human-Centered, and Very Not AI wth Dr. Jessica Rappaport - PC122 Aug 10, 2026

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Back-to-school season gets way more interesting when Jessica Rappaport returns to join the boys for a sharp, funny, and surprisingly practical showdown over AI in education, college writing, and what kids actually need to learn now. There's also a blind ranking of school supplies and you'll also find out how much Jeff knows about Spider-Man, hear Donnie and Jesse agree on something for possibly the first time in over 100 episodes, and learn what weird Google Keep notes Jesse keeps about his wife on his phone. This episode is can't miss!

Summertime Vibes with Nick Provenzano - PC121 Jun 25, 2026

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Nick Provenzano returns to discuss, among other things, the changing nature of EdTech conferences and shared online community spaces for educators as well as creative ways to engage audiences through live experiences. We also talk find out which famous sporting events Nick attended. You won't want to miss it!

You Can Call Me AI with Darren Maltais - PC120 Jun 18, 2026

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This week, the boys are joined by their good friend, Darren Maltais to discuss his innovative work integrating AI, coding, and technology into the classroom. There's also a game of Name That Tune, some fun with pronunciation, and a missing dog. You won't want to miss it!

"Half-Caked" School Ideas - PC119 May 04, 2026

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In this week's episode of Partial Credit, Donnie shared a series of hilarious, wildly impractical, and surprisingly innovative "half-baked" (or rather "half-caked") ideas designed to shake up school life. From replacing classic teacher evaluations with fun, game-like challenges, to transforming school routines into competitive, event-style activities, this episode is a goldmine of playful, bold conceptions that push the boundaries of traditional education. And in typical Partial Credit fashion, the ideas quickly go from bad to worse as the boys vote for their favorite.

The Return of the Bride: Jennifer Cronk Part Deux - PC118 Apr 20, 2026

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In this episode, we were joined once again by the woman, the myth, the legend: Jennifer Cronk!

We also had a blast celebrating Donnie's birthday with a twist! Instead of gifts, we shared what we didn't get him; yeah, you heard that right.

So, what's your favorite way to celebrate a friend's birthday? Let us know in the comments!

Oscars or Oscar's? Pet Smart or Pet's Mart? - PC117 Mar 16, 2026

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The crew discusses this year's Academy Awards with their educational twist. We also covered New York Times games including Wordle and why Jeff and Jesse are such huge fans of Connections. And with the NCAA tourney starting this week, compete against the hosts for both the men's and women's tournaments.

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It's Always Groundhog Day in Iowa with Lance Lennon - PC116 Mar 08, 2026

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This week, the boys are joined by Lance Lennon, an Iowa-based educator and technology director, who shares his unique experiences, humorous anecdotes, and insights into educational technology, sports broadcasting, and community engagement.

The Newest Member of the 10-Timers Club with Jessica Williams - PC115 Feb 27, 2026

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Jessica Williams, a solutions architect at Sphero, is back for her record-tying 10th appearance on the Partial Credit Podcast. This time around she talked about AI integration in education, Sphero's role in STEM learning, conference experiences and insights Ideas for new winter Olympic sports. Jess and the boys also discussed advancements in wearable technology like the Oura Ring and the defunct Google Glass along with some humorous stories.

Debriefing the Big Game with Donnie - PC114 Feb 10, 2026

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In this post-Super Bowl edition of Partial Credit, the boys dove into the excitement surrounding the Super Bowl including an incredible New England Patriots loss, some memorable commercials and the Bad Bunny halftime show.

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