In this Cult of Pedagogy conversation, Mirko and Katie Novak explain why Universal Design for Learning is essential for educational equity. They reject one‑size‑fits‑all teaching and describe how offering flexible options for engagement, materials and assessment lets every learner access rigorous content【560751077595031†L13-L18】. The duo walks listeners through a sample lesson, helps educators identify hidden barriers and invites them to redesign learning so all students can show what they know.