EdCast Sesame Street: At the Intersection of Laughter and Learning Gary Knell, former president and CEO of Sesame Workshop, shares lessons from Sesame Street. Posted February 2, 2011 By Matt Weber In this edition of the Harvard EdCast, Gary Knell, president and CEO of Sesame Workshop, shares lessons from Sesame Street, why kids (and adults) still love it, and which Muppet he calls his favorite. About the Harvard EdCast The Harvard EdCast is a weekly series of podcasts, available on the Harvard University iTunes U page, features a 15-20 minute conversation with thought leaders in the field of education from across the country and around the world. Hosted by Matt Weber, the Harvard EdCast will serve as a space for educational discourse and openness, focusing on the myriad issues and current events relatedto the field. EdCast An education podcast that keeps the focus simple: what makes a difference for learners, educators, parents, and communities Explore All Articles Related Articles News P Is for Partnership A musical and Muppet-filled evening pays tribute to the 50 years of collaboration between Sesame Workshop and Harvard. News Behind the Scenes with Jeff Dunn The Sesame Workshop CEO talks about the role of educational media and the special bond between Appian Way and Sesame Street. EdCast I Play a Teacher on TV