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The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast

Holly Owens

Booking Overview

This is an interview-led learning and development show focused on instructional design, educational technology, artificial intelligence, accessibility, and L&D careers, with recurring conversations featuring practitioners, founders, and industry experts alongside solo episodes. PR agencies could credibly pitch instructional design specialists, accessibility and inclusive-learning experts, education-technology leaders, AI-in-learning practitioners, and L&D career professionals; booking difficulty is likely low because the show features accessible subject-matter experts rather than only highly prominent public figures.

Metrics

Episodes: 206

Frequency: Irregular

Rating: 5.0/5.0

Estimated listeners: 100 - 1,000

Listener location: USA

YouTube: 55 subscribers

Instagram: 342 followers

Contact Information

Publicly listed emails

edupedtech@gmail.com

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Host

Holly Owens - Higher education professor, instructional designer, entrepreneur, and learning and development professional with nearly 20 years of experience in the field.

Booking Intelligence

Booking Requirements

low
Typical Credentials:  
Experienced learning and development practitioners, instructional designers, accessibility specialists, education-technology professionals, founders, and career experts with practical expertise and applicable insights.
Required Achievements:  
Founding or leading an L&D, education, or accessibility organization, Demonstrated professional expertise in instructional design, learning technology, accessibility, or L&D careers, Developed practical resources, training, or guidance for education and workplace learning professionals

Recent Guest Discussions

Nicole L'Etoile - WCAG 2.1, Accessibility In Learning Courses, LMS Accessibility Scores, And Practical Accessibility Improvements

Nicole Poff - WCAG 2.1, Accessibility In Learning Courses, LMS Accessibility Scores, And Practical Accessibility Improvements

Chelsea Maude Avirett - L&d Interviews, Job-search Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Networking, And Differences Between Corporate And Higher-education Interviews

Recent Topics

Education, Learning And Development, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, Career Development

Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on
The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast
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196: HIRE THIS PERSON-Dr. Sydne Kasle: Empathy, Instructional Design, and Why Educators Matter

October 13, 2026

In Episode 195 of EdUp L&D, Holly Owens sits down with learning experience consultant Sydne Kasle for a special HIRE THIS PERSON episode highlighting the talent, experience, and perspective that hiring managers shouldn't overlook.With nearly four decades of teaching experience, Sydne brings a unique perspective to instructional design, combining human communication, pedagogy, and a deep understanding of how people learn. She shares why organizations should stop overlooking transitioning t...

195: AI, Business Acumen, and Building an L&D Career That Lasts

October 06, 2026

In this episode, Holly sits down with Nicole Papaioannou Lugara, founder of Your Instructional Designer, to talk about the changing world of learning and development and what it takes to build a sustainable career in an industry that continues to evolve.From the rise of AI to the expanding role of instructional designers, Holly and Nicole have an honest conversation about what is happening in L&D, what professionals need to pay attention to, and how to prepare for what comes next.Together...

194: How Instructional Designers Can Thrive in the World of A.I.

September 28, 2026

In this episode, Holly sits down with Dr. Panos Siozos, CEO and Co-Founder of LearnWorlds, to explore what the rise of AI means for instructional designers, L&D professionals, and the future of learning. Together, they unpack the opportunities and challenges AI brings to the field, and why the future isn't about replacing instructional designers, but empowering them to focus on the parts of learning that matter most.Together, the discussion explores:How AI is changing the instructional de...

Frequently asked questions

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The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast
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How do I get in touch with The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast?

The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast is hosted by Holly Owens. Its publicly listed email is edupedtech@gmail.com. For guest bookings, the host or producer is usually the best person to reach. Podseeker helps you find direct host and producer contacts and pitch from your own inbox.

What is the email for The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast?

The publicly listed email for The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast: edupedtech@gmail.com.

How many listeners does The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast have?

Podseeker estimates The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast reaches 100 to 1,000 listeners per episode. Only the publisher has exact numbers.

Who is an ideal guest for The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast?

The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast typically books working professionals with real expertise. Typical guest background: Experienced learning and development practitioners, instructional designers, accessibility specialists, education-technology professionals, founders, and career experts with practical expertise and applicable insights. Common among recent guests: Founding or leading an L&D, education, or accessibility organization; Demonstrated professional expertise in instructional design, learning technology, accessibility, or L&D careers; Developed practical resources, training, or guidance for education and workplace learning professionals. Recent guests include Nicole L'Etoile, Nicole Poff, and Chelsea Maude Avirett.

How hard is it to get booked on The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast?

Low. A guest with relevant expertise and a clear angle for its audience has a realistic chance.

What topics does The EdUp Learning and Development Podcast cover?

Recent episodes cover Education, Learning And Development, Instructional Design, Educational Technology, and Career Development. Pitch an idea tied to one of these topics and mention a recent episode.

Publicly listed emails

edupedtech@gmail.com

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