Hosted by John Mikton and Dan Taylor. Every two weeks we discuss all aspects of technology and life in International Schools.
Episodes
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How hidden AI recommendations shape our decisions and identity.
About Prof. James Brusseau, PhD
James Brusseau, PhD is a Professor of Philosophy at Pace University in New York City, where he teaches undergraduate and graduate students. He has taught philosophy for more than 14 years in Mexico, Europe, and the United States, including at California State University–Fullerton before joining Pace in 2008. His teaching specialties include continental philosophy, the history of philosophy, and ethics. He is the author of seven books on philosophy and ethics, including Dignity, Pleasures, Vulgarity (2017), Business Ethics Workshop (2011), and Decadence of the French Nietzsche (2004).
In recent years, his work has focused on AI ethics, especially transparency and the “black box” problem in algorithmic decision-making. He studies how recommendation systems shape what we see and choose, and what that means for fairness, privacy, freedom, authenticity, and human creativity.
Prof. James Brusseau, PhD on Social Media
https://www.linkedin.com/in/james-brusseau/
https://online.pace.edu/undergraduate-programs/bs-professional-communication-studies/faculty/?utm_source=chatgpt.com
https://philpeople.org/profiles/james-brusseau
Resources
The Dilemma Between Euphoria and Freedom in Recommendation Algorithms
https://arxiv.org/abs/2505.11465
The AI Human Condition is a Dilemma between Authenticity and Freedom
https://philarchive.org/rec/BRUTAH-4
Ethics of identity in the time of big data
https://firstmonday.org/ojs/index.php/fm/article/view/9624
https://philarchive.org/rec/BRUITD-2
Introduction to Data Ethics
AI Human Impact: Toward a Model for Ethical Investing in AI-Intensive Companies
https://arxiv.org/abs/2507.07703
John Mikton on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton
Web: beyonddigital.org
Dan Taylor on social media:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents
Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt
Web: www.appsevents.com
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Saturday Mar 21, 2026
Saturday Mar 21, 2026
Helping absent students stay part of learning.
About Simone Isaacs
Simone Isaacs is the Director of Customer Success at No Isolation, where she works closely with schools across Europe to support the implementation of AV1, which is a telepresence robot. AV1 is a solution designed to maintain learning and belonging during student absence. With 28 years of experience in schools and alternative provisions, from classroom teacher to headteacher then working strategically in the local authority Simone now focuses on helping schools develop structured, student-centred approaches to continuity, wellbeing, belonging and reintegration.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/simone-isaacs-ifip-81366454/
About Carina Schmitz
Carina Schmitz works as Global Marketing Manager at No Isolation, the company behind AV1, a telepresence solution that helps children with long-term illness or school non-attendance stay connected to school and classmates. With an international background in marketing and communications, she works across European markets at the intersection of education, technology, and social impact. Carina is passionate about inclusive education and believes participation should never depend on physical presence.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/carina-schmitz-muc/
Resources
AV1 for International Schools: https://www.noisolation.com/av1/av1-for-international-schools
No Isolation (Company Website): https://www.noisolation.com
AV1 is a telepresence robot designed specifically for education. It helps international schools support students who are unable to attend in person due to illness, medical treatment, anxiety, relocation, or temporary distance. By enabling students to remain present in the classroom, both academically and socially, AV1 supports continuity of learning, wellbeing, and belonging until they are ready to return to campus.
John Mikton on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton
Web: beyonddigital.org
Dan Taylor on social media:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents
Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt
Web: www.appsevents.com
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Saturday Mar 07, 2026
Saturday Mar 07, 2026
Why schools need data that helps every child be seen, heard, and belong.
About Paul Swanson
Paul is the Director of Innovation and Institutional Research at Atlanta International School. Drawing on experience as a teacher, coach, and school leader in international schools around the world, he is passionate about helping schools use data and technology to better understand the whole child and support meaningful learning.
Paul Swanson on Social Media
https://www.linkedin.com/in/teacherpaul/
https://www.linkedin.com/company/data-talks-podcast/
About Matthew Savage
Formerly an international school Principal, and with 23 years of school leadership experience in the UK and internationally, Matthew is the founding director of The Mona Lisa Effect, whose mission is to help ensure that every single student - without exception, condition or compromise – be seen, be heard, be known and belong. Through his speaking, writing, coaching, mentoring and thought partnership, he supports schools worldwide in the intersecting fields of leadership and governance, data and assessment, and inclusion, wellbeing and belonging. Matthew is a CIS Affiliated Consultant, an Affiliate Member of SENIA International, a board member at international schools in Europe and West Africa, and a member of both the Advisory Council for Parents Alliance for Inclusion, and the ‘Circle of Influence’ at the Global Equality Collective. He lives on the Isle of Skye.
Matthew Savage on Social Media
https://www.linkedin.com/in/themonalisaeffect/
Resources
https://www.linkedin.com/company/data-talks-podcast/
https://monalisaeffect.me/
John Mikton on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton
Web: beyonddigital.org
Dan Taylor on social media:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents
Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt
Web: www.appsevents.com
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Saturday Feb 21, 2026
Saturday Feb 21, 2026
Stories, identity, and belonging through student podcasting.
About Jess Bauldry
Jess Bauldry is a British/Luxembourgish writer who has worked for regional and national news outlets for the last 20 years. She currently splits her time between editing Silicon Luxembourg and Forbes Luxembourg, running educational workshops and doing standup comedy.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jess-bauldry/
About Vessela Vencheva
Vessela Vencheva is a cultural manager and producer, media professional with diverse experience and long-time communication expert, with focus on intercultural dialogue and international communication.
Moved to Luxembourg in 2017, currently she is running the cultural association Openscreen asbl. Vessela has initiated and organized various educational projects in the past and has taken different roles in radios and television.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/vessela-vencheva/
About Nick Todorov
Nick is a Bulgarian digital marketing specialist who has called Luxembourg home for over a decade. His background includes extensive experience in radio and television, which fuels his passion for sound, recording and audio technology. He contributes technical support to the Earglasses project.
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/nikolatodorov/
Resources
- www.jessbauldry.eu
- https://www.linkedin.com/company/earglasses/
- https://earglassespodcast.substack.com
John Mikton on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton
Web: beyonddigital.org
Dan Taylor on social media:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents
Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt
Web: www.appsevents.com
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Saturday Feb 07, 2026
Saturday Feb 07, 2026
Everyone’s Invited: Creating Safer School Cultures
Survivor voices, education, and the responsibility to change.
About Alex Somers
Alex is the Head of Education at Everyone’s Invited, where she has played a key role in developing and leading the charity’s education programme since its launch in September 2022. Alex leads educational sessions in schools, colleges, and universities across the UK, engaging directly with young people to raise awareness and challenge rape culture with empathy, compassion and understanding. She also leads the charity’s collaboration with local authorities, managing a growing network. In addition, she oversees the Community Champions programme, empowering students to become advocates for change in their own school communities.
Everyone’s Invited on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/company/everyone-s-invited/
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/everyonesinvited/
Resources
https://www.everyonesinvited.uk/
https://everyonesinvited.substack.com/
https://www.everyonesinvited.uk/EI_REPORT_2024_2025.pdfz
https://www.everyonesinvited.uk/primary/read
John Mikton on Social Media
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/jmikton/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/jmikton
Web: beyonddigital.org
Dan Taylor on social media:
LinkedIn: https://www.linkedin.com/in/appsevents
Twitter: https://twitter.com/appdkt
Web: www.appsevents.com
Listen on: iTunes / Podbean / Stitcher / Spotify / YouTube
Would you like to have a free 1 month trial of the new Google Workspace Plus (formerly G Suite Enterprise for Education)? Just fill out this form and we’ll get you set up bit.ly/GSEFE-Trial