Higher Ed Chats

Be inspired by Education Leaders from around
the world

Our podcast delves into the fascinating world of international higher ed, speaking to thought-leaders, 
change-makers, and influencers. All in the time it takes to drink a cup of coffee or go for a walk!

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February 25, 2026
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14 minutes

Why International Film Education Matters Now More Than Ever

Dan Mackler, Senior Vice President, Chief Strategy Officer, and Dean of the Los Angeles campus at the New York Film Academy (NYFA), speaks with Scott Miller about the transformative power of international arts education. Drawing from a career that spans filmmaking, international advertising, and higher education leadership, Dan shares how his global backg...

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February 10, 2026
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13 minutes

AIEA 2026: How to Navigate Volatility in Global Higher Education

In this episode of Keystone Higher Ed Chats, host Scott Miller speaks with Clare Overmann, CEO of the Association of International Education Administrators (AIEA), about the shifting realities shaping global higher education leadership. With over two decades of experience in international education, Clare shares her personal journey into the field and exp...

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January 28, 2026
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15 minutes

How UNESCO is Standardizing Higher Education Recognition

In this episode of Higher Ed Chats, we're joined by Stig Arne Skjerven, elected Chair of the Bureau of the Global Convention on the Recognition of Qualifications Concerning Higher Education at UNESCO. Stig Arne recently served as Norway's Deputy Permanent Representative to UNESCO, focusing on education, foreign policy, governance, sciences, and ocean issues ...
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January 11, 2026
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19 minutes

Abu Dhabi and the UAE: A Rising Global Student Hub

In this episode of Higher Ed Chats, we welcome Dr. Hassan Ammari, Head of Student Recruitment at Sorbonne University Abu Dhabi, for an engaging discussion about the UAE's emergence as a premier destination for international higher education and the unique opportunities offered through transnational education partnerships. 

With over twenty years ...
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December 11, 2025
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17 minutes

What’s Next for International Higher Education in 2026?

Join us for a special episode of Higher Ed Chats with Fredrik Högemark, CEO and co-founder of Keystone Education Group, for an in-depth conversation about the current state and future of international higher education. 

With over 20 years of industry experience, Fredrik shares his unique perspective on how the sector has evolved since he founded ...
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December 3, 2025
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16 minutes

Studying in English in France, a Gateway to Global Careers

In this episode of Higher Ed Chats, we sit down with Hicham Abdallah, International Promotion Officer at ICN Business School, to explore the growing landscape of English-language business programs in France and their impact on global student mobility. 

Drawing from his work managing recruitment initiatives across Africa and the Middle East, Hicha...
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November 19, 2025
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21 minutes

Why First Impressions Matter in International Higher Education

Join us for this episode of Higher Ed Chats featuring Mark Pettitt, Founder and CEO of Edified, a specialized consulting firm operating across Australia, New Zealand, Canada, and the UK. Mark brings over 25 years of international higher education experience to a conversation about how artificial intelligence and technology are reshaping student recruitment p...
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October 29, 2025
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What Students Really Want (or Don’t Want) from Your Marketing

In this episode of Higher Ed Chats, we're joined by Joanna Kumpula, Head of International Education at Tampere University in Finland, for a comprehensive discussion about student expectations, authentic communication, and the realities of international recruitment in today's complex landscape. 

With over two decades of experience in internatio...

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October 25, 2025
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17 minutes

How Taejae University is Building the University of the Future with AI

Dr. Jaeho Yeom, President of Taejae University and Chairman of the Council for the Establishment of the Digital New Order at Korea's Ministry of Science and ICT, joins us for a fascinating conversation about fundamentally reimagining higher education for the 21st century.  

Dr. Yeom shares his vision for fundamentally transforming higher educa...

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