The Higher Ed Podcast

The place for authors, professors, and curious listeners to get practical writing advice, behind-the-scenes publishing content, and firsthand experiences shared by textbook authors.

The Higher Ed Podcast is a education podcast hosted by Kendall Hunt Publishing, with 17 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80. PitchCentric scores this show on Booking Probability, Listen Score, and live audience signals refreshed every 24 hours.

Kendall Hunt Publishing hosts The Higher Ed Podcast, a education show with 17 episodes published.

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  Striking the Right Chord: The Musical Experience

  Jul 29, 202535 minS2

  <p>In this engaging episode, we’re joined by Joel Schnackel — educator, performer, and co-author of The Musical Experience — for a behind-the-scenes look at the passion and purpose behind one of today’s most innovative music appreciation textbooks.</p><p>Joel shares his journey not only as a teacher but as a performer, and how that dual identity shapes his approach to making music come alive for students. He walks us through how he became involved in the creation of The Musical Experience and what drives the forthcoming revision — including fresh updates to better reflect the modern music landscape and student ex...

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  From Move-In to Mindset: Guiding First-Year Students to Success

  Jul 15, 202533 minS2

  <p>The first year of college is a major transition—for students and their families alike. In this episode, we sit down with Laurie Hazard and Stephanie Carter, authors of two complementary books that offer a roadmap for navigating this critical time with confidence and intention.</p><p>The Habits of Mind for Success in College: Claiming Your Education helps students build the mental, emotional, and academic foundations they need to thrive. With an emphasis on social-emotional learning, personal responsibility, and the mindset shift required to "claim" rather than simply receive an education, this book empowers students to take charge of...

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  Beyond the Page: Reinventing Textbooks for the Digital Student

  Jun 27, 202536 minS2

  <p>In this thought-provoking episode, we sit down with Matthew Barton and Jonathan Holiman, who didn’t just write a textbook—they reimagined what one could be. Their interactive online publication has captured the attention of students and faculty alike by breaking free from the conventional mold of academic reading.</p><p>We dive into the vision behind their unique digital format and explore the challenges of engaging today’s students—many of whom are digital natives with evolving reading habits. The authors reveal the strategies they use to write content students actually want to read, from real-time testing and design t...

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  From Stage to Syllabus: Reimagining Meisner for the Classroom

  May 15, 202544 minS2

  <p>In this engaging episode, we welcome authors <b>Scott Trost</b> and <b>Emmy Levine</b> to Kendall Hunt Publishing to discuss their dynamic new course, The Meisner Technique: Learning the Acting Ropes. Designed with higher education theater and fine arts programs in mind, their course invites students and instructors alike into a transformative, hands-on exploration of Sanford Meisner’s legendary acting method.</p><p>Scott and Emmy share how their approach prioritizes <b>interactivity</b>, <b>experiential learning</b>, and the power of <b>learning by doing</b>. With an emphasis on authentic emotional connection and active participation, th...

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  From Rough Draft to Rhythm: The Publishing Process

  Apr 7, 202532 minS2

  <p>In this episode, we sit down with <b>Tom Larson</b>, Assistant Professor of Composition at the Glenn Korff School of Music at the University of Nebraska-Lincoln, to explore his firsthand journey as a published author in the world of music education and jazz history. Known for his acclaimed books The History of Rock and Roll, Modern Sounds: The Artistry of Contemporary Jazz, and The History and Tradition of Jazz, Tom opens up about the behind-the-scenes realities of publishing—from concept to contract to classroom impact.</p><p>With decades of experience as a jazz pianist, composer, and educator, To...

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