Driving Education

education, society, culture · EN

Hop in the Apple Car and hit the road with Katie Collins and Aubrey Bennett, Alabama's 2025–2026 Teachers of the Year, as they traverse the state in search of the most inspiring voices in education.This podcast blends the spirit of a road trip with the heart of professional development. From K–12 librarians hosting book clubs for kids with special needs to anime-loving educators turning libraries into creative sanctuaries, each episode brings you along for the ride—literally. Traveling in their Chevrolet Traverse (aka the "Apple Car"), Katie and Aubrey pick up dynamic teachers, specialists, and school leaders, bringing them together for real conversations and school visits that highlight what's working—and why it matters.Part storytelling, part mobile PD, all heart—this is a show for anyone passionate about reimagining the future of education, one mile and one conversation at a time.