In this episode, we sit down with David Caballero and Luz Olid, the creators behind Evolving Education, to discuss the shortcomings of the conventional educational system and the journey that led them to become advocates for change. David shares his personal story of pursuing a „successful life” through school and a career in biotechnology, only to find himself unhappy despite his academic and professional achievements. Luz recounts a similar experience in the pharmaceutical industry, where she became disillusioned with a corporate culture driven by ego and power fights.
Their shared passion for education and social innovation led them on a year-long trip around the world to visit and document innovative schools, from Waldorf and Montessori to democratic and unschooling communities. They discovered learning spaces where children are listened to, supported in finding their passions, and encouraged to develop skills like conflict resolution and critical thinking.
The conversation explores how a different educational model can foster internal motivation, as opposed to external motivators, and build a society based on abundance rather than competition. David and Luz emphasize that changing the educational system is a powerful way to act for social transformation because schools are micro-societies where human beings learn to interact with one another.
They also address the challenges of this movement, including the need to „de-school” people from the notion that learning can only happen within tradition. They propose that instead of fighting against existing power structures, they can be allies in facing global challenges like climate change and artificial
Tune in to learn how nurturing a web of healthy relationships and fostering a culture of curiosity and empathy can not only transform education but also prepare us all for an uncertain future.
