Episodios

  • Chef Robert Irvine on Career Schools: It’s What America was Built on
    Jun 4 2025

    To Chef Robert Irvine, the star of “Restaurant: Impossible” and author of the book “Overcoming Impossible,” career schools aren’t just another way to acquire an education: they’re the foundation of America. Irvine tells host Jason Altmire that his experience in the military and as an entrepreneur has shown him that industry-focused schools not only outperform traditional schools, but are on the cutting edge of training workers of the future. Irvine emphasizes the importance of teaching emerging technologies, such as robotics and AI and urges educators to focus on career training that integrates these cutting-edge technologies. Yet even as education and the workforce evolve, Irvine believes the heart of education remains the same: leadership and teaching are rooted in empathy, which is why he invests in people, not products.

    To learn more about Career Education Colleges & Universities, visit our website.

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    47 m
  • Beyond the Four-Year Degree: A New Era of Workforce Education
    May 21 2025

    The idea that a four-year degree is the only path to success is becoming increasingly outdated. Dr. Michelle Van Noy, Associate Research Professor and Director of the Education and Employment Research Center (EERC) at Rutgers University, joins host Jason Altmire to explore the expanding world of alternative education pathways. From non-credit programs and short-term credentials to community college career training, Dr. Van Noy discusses how student decision-making is shaped by geography, industry needs, and field-specific constraints. She also highlights the critical need for better data to understand which programs truly deliver results.


    To learn more about Career Education Colleges & Universities, visit our website.

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    24 m
  • Reaching the Right Student: Modern Marketing That Works
    May 7 2025

    How can career colleges break through the noise and reach students who are truly ready to succeed? Wharton marketing professor Dr. Cait Lamberton joins host Jason Altmire to explore how strategic messaging, authentic influencer engagement, and attention to the true wants and needs of students can reshape education marketing. Drawing on her work with the U.S. Departments of Education and Labor, Dr. Lamberton offers insights into what really motivates prospective learners—and how schools can better connect with the right students, regardless of their competing priorities. Discover how smart, student-centered marketing can drive both enrollment and meaningful outcomes.


    To learn more about Career Education Colleges & Universities, visit our website.

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    27 m
  • How Mega-Universities are Changing the Game
    Apr 23 2025

    As students increasingly move away from the traditional college experience, many are seeking more flexible, affordable alternatives. Mega-universities, large-scale institutions offering accessible, cost-effective education, are rising to meet this demand. Dr. Bryan Penprase, Vice President for Sponsored Research and External Academic Relations at Soka University of America, joins host Jason Altmire to explore how these institutions are reshaping higher education. They discuss how mega-universities are redefining access, quality, and value for today’s learners—and what traditional colleges can learn from their rapid growth and innovation.


    To learn more about Career Education Colleges & Universities, visit our website.

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    26 m
  • How the Skills-Based Revolution Is Changing the Way We Work
    Apr 9 2025

    Is a college degree the only path to success, or are skills the real key to unlocking career opportunities? Lydia Logan, IBM VP of Global Education and Workforce Development, joins host Jason Altmire to discuss the growing shift toward skills-based hiring and the rising importance of AI proficiency. They explore how individuals can future-proof their careers, the power of alternative credentials, and what this transformation means for employers and educators alike.


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    22 m
  • Are Primaries Fueling Political Polarization?
    Mar 26 2025

    In the U.S., 87% of congressional races are effectively decided in the primaries, locking in results long before voters head to the polls for the general election. This system encourages partisan politics and makes it harder for moderate candidates to succeed. Nick Troiano, the Executive Director of Unite America, joins host Jason Altmire to explore the structural flaws of the primary system and the reforms that could change the game. From ranked-choice voting to top-four primaries, they discuss how key changes could reduce polarization and create a political landscape that rewards moderation.


    To learn more about Career Education Colleges & Universities, visit our website.

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    24 m
  • Does Accreditation Need a Fresh Start?
    Mar 12 2025

    Higher education accreditation influences everything from institutional reputation to student opportunities, yet there are concerns that it has become more about bureaucracy than educational quality. In this episode, Christopher Bjornstad, executive director of A3STEP, joins host, Jason Altmire, to share his vision for a new accreditor that prioritizes student outcomes over excessive institutional governance. He also discusses how accreditors could better serve career education and skilled trades programs, which are often overlooked by traditional models.

    To learn more about Career Education Colleges & Universities, visit our website.

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    24 m
  • Is Every Degree Worth the Investment?
    Feb 19 2025

    With 25% of bachelor’s degrees and a staggering 43% of master’s degrees showing negative return on investment (ROI), too many students are taking on student debt that outweighs the earning potential of their degree. Dr. Preston Cooper, a senior fellow at AEI, joins host Jason Altmire to break down his research on ROI in higher education. They discuss how tuition costs, low completion rates, and poor labor market outcomes create a ROI crisis in higher ed — and why taxpayers are unknowingly funding failing programs.


    To learn more about Career Education Colleges & Universities, visit our website.

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    23 m
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