The podcast episodes discuss credentialing as an important aspect of addressing the perceived crisis in higher education. They explore new approaches to credentialing that are separate from traditional universities, focusing on demonstrating skills and aptitudes valued by employers.

The episodes highlight the potential to unbundle the functions of universities and create new models for credentialing student abilities outside of the current university system.

Credentialing is seen as a key component in reforming higher education to better serve the needs of students and the job market.