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S2E304: Alpha's "Brain Lift" Research Project Explained by Alpha High Schooler Sloka (Part 2)
06-2-2026 | 14 Min.
In this episode, MacKenzie and Alpha High student Sloka continue their conversation on Alpha's Brain Lift. An ever-evolving compilation of research that students work on all year, the Brain Lift works to deepen expertise and form a strong grasp of knowledge. Parents and educators will get a behind the scenes look into how this type of exercise can be replicated at home or in any classroom.
S2E303: Unlocking Deep Expertise With Alpha's "Brain Lift"- Explained by Alpha High Schooler Sloka (Part 1)
03-2-2026 | 20 Min.
In this episode, MacKenzie sits down with Alpha High student Sloka to explore Alpha's Brain Lift- an ever-evolving compilation of research that students work on all year. Sloka breaks down how Alpha high schoolers build rigorous, structured expertise around their chosen topics, moving from facts to insights to their own bold "spiky POV." In this episode, parents and educators will get a behind the scenes look into how Alpha guides students toward self-directed, high-level research that fosters genuine mastery and curiosity beyond traditional schoolwork.
S2E302: Red Flags Parents Shouldn’t Ignore: Signs Your Child May Need Something Different (Part 2)
30-1-2026 | 15 Min.
In Part 2 of this mini-series on Red Flags, MacKenzie and producer Jay explore the subtle and not-so-subtle signs that a child’s school environment may no longer be serving them well. They cover what patterns to pay attention to, what questions parents should be asking, and how to evaluate whether a learning environment is truly supporting a child’s academic growth, emotional well-being, and long-term development.
S2E301: Red Flags Parents Shouldn’t Ignore: Signs Your Child May Need Something Different
27-1-2026 | 22 Min.
How do you know if challenges at school are just part of growing up, or if they're signaling something deeper? In this episode, MacKenzie and producer Jay explore the subtle and not-so-subtle signs that a child’s school environment may no longer be serving them well. They cover what patterns to pay attention to, what questions parents should be asking, and how to evaluate whether a learning environment is truly supporting a child’s academic growth, emotional well-being, and long-term development.
S2E300: Inside the Alpha Admissions Office (Part 2), With Admissions Director Cara Wilkinson
23-1-2026 | 18 Min.
In Part 2 of this conversation, MacKenzie and Alpha’s Director of Admissions, Cara Wilkinson, turn their focus to the application and admissions process at Alpha. Cara walks through how families typically move from initial curiosity to enrollment, what the school looks for beyond traditional markers, and why some parents end up saying no to Alpha. The conversation also offers practical guidance for parents navigating school decisions more broadly, including questions to ask, tradeoffs to consider, and how to evaluate whether any learning environment is truly serving their child- whether or not Alpha is part of their path.

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The Future of Education Podcast is the place to find out what's happening in schools. Our guests are wide and varied, from educators, entrepreneurs, athletes, celebrities, influencers and most importantly-our students! They all have one thing in common- they are passionate about reinventing education to make it relevant and efficient. Our host, MacKenzie Price, is the Co-Founder of 2hr Learning (2hourlearning.com) and some of the top-performing schools in the country. 2 Hour Learning is a groundbreaking school model that is reshaping the landscape of K-12 education. It's powered by AI technology, enabling schools to provide personalized curriculum to students. Our K-12 schools perform in the top 2% nationwide by leveraging this personalize model to help students love school, learn twice as much, and build life skills. MacKenzie is at the forefront of educational transformation, striving for a balanced and enriching learning experience for every child. She graduated with a BA in Psychology from Stanford University and resides in Austin, Texas, with her husband and two daughters. The Future of Education podcast is produced by 7 Lyons Media (7LyonsMedia.com). Please send press inquiries to [email protected].

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