Innovation in education doesn’t stop with a platform — it evolves through integration, purpose, and human connection.

In this forward-looking episode of the Disrupt Education x YouScience series, Peter Hostrawser and Alli Dahl sit down with Edson Barton, CEO and Founder of YouScience, to explore what’s next for education technology — from AI-driven career tools to human-centered workforce coaching.

Edson’s journey from a disengaged student to a visionary founder is a story that mirrors millions of learners today — those asking, “Why am I learning this?” His answer: when students connect learning to their future selves, everything changes.What You’ll Hear:- How YouScience is redefining aptitude-based career discovery through innovation and integration

- The responsible use of AI to personalize student pathways and spark deeper engagement

- Why human connection will always be the new currency — even in a tech-driven world

- Real stories of schools, colleges, and communities using YouScience to close the gap between learning and work

- How industry partnerships and certifications create bridges between classrooms and careers

This episode goes beyond technology. It’s about how innovation, empathy, and purpose come together to create the next generation of future-ready learners.

Listen now to see how education can evolve beyond the platform — toward a world where every student is known, connected, and ready for what’s next.

Learn more about YouScience and how they’re helping every student become connected and ready:

www.youscience.com/disrupteducation-podcast.