Podcasts about Literacy

Five years after their initial discussion, we are back with Freddie DeBoer—author of The Cult of Smart and the upcoming book All in Your Head—to revisit the state of American education.In this episode, we move beyond the usual pundits' talking points to address the material and institutional realities facing schools today. From the uniform decline in literacy scores globally to the complex economics of "cost disease" in special education, we explore why most modern reform efforts are failing to meet the actual challenges of the system.Key Discussion Points:The Literacy Crisis: Why reading scores are declining internationally and why standard "reforms" often prove delusional.The Myth of Educational Intervention: Challenging the belief that schools can fully overcome socioeconomic disparities and why academic aptitude remains remarkably static over a lifetime.The Cost Disease & Bureaucracy: How the expansion of administrative apparatuses, driven by compliance mandates (like the ADA) and state oversight, has bloated costs without improving outcomes.The Special Education Dilemma: Addressing the ballooning cost of special education and the perverse incentives created by a system that requires a "diagnosis" for students to receive basic resources.The Future of the "College for All" Model: Why the assumption that every student must pursue higher education is breaking down in an economy that no longer offers a reliable industrial path for those who don't.Send us Fan Mail Musis by Bitterlake, Used with Permission, all rights to BitterlakeSupport the showCrew:Host: C. Derick VarnIntro and Outro Music by Bitter Lake.Intro Video Design: Jason MylesArt Design: Corn and C. Derick VarnLinks and Social Media:twitter: @varnvlogblue sky: @varnvlog.bsky.socialYou can find the additional streams on YoutubeCurrent Patreon at the Sponsor Tier: Jordan Sheldon, Mark J. Matthews, Lindsay Kimbrough, RedWolf, DRV, Kenneth McKee, JY Chan, Matthew Monahan, Parzival, Adriel Mixon, Buddy Roark, Daniel Petrovic,Julian, Drea, Free Beer 

Reporting about literacy rates typically centers on children and the concerning trend of students not reading at their grade level. Linda Mitchell believes the best way to help students have higher literacy is to get the entire family involved. Her nonprofit Metro East Literacy Project offers bags of books for kids and their parents to foster a “culture of reading” within their households. She shares what it took to get Metro East Literacy Project started and the stories from families that have grown to appreciate reading by way of her organization.

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Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this podcast episode, Laura Stewart invites guest Brett Tingley to the podcast to discuss the importance of bringing parents in as partners and advocates for their child's education. Brett will share her very personal story of how she became a leader of a national parent movement, Parents for Reading Justice, and how parents can be strong change agents at all levels to ensure educational excellence for all students. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards." Strategic Vision for Digital Learning:Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported.Curriculum Design and Implementation:Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels.Effective Instructional Coaching:Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage. Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards” on Amazon today! Chapters: 00:58 Introduction to Brett Tingley and Her Mission03:35 Brett's Personal Journey into Advocacy04:13 Navigating Educational Challenges06:32 Building Community Support09:44 Expanding the Mission Nationwide09:48 Parents and Teachers Working Together12:49 Empowering Parents and Advocates15:39 Creating a Professional Learning Community16:06 Literacy as a Workforce Issue18:43 The Importance of Early Intervention21:46 Continuous Improvement in Education24:26 The Role of Parents in Education27:46 Advice for Parents and Community Engagement Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Science of Reading 3.0 Book -https://www.95percentgroup.com95% Group Website -https://www.95percentgroup.comTeacherCast Podcast Series -https://teachercast.net/95percentgroup About our Guest: Laura Stewart Laura Stewart is the Chief Academic Officer at 95 Percent Group. She is a nationally recognized Science of Reading and Structured Literacy advocate who has dedicated her career to improving literacy achievement at leading education companies. Stewart has more than 25 years of academic leadership experience. Most recently, she served as the Chief Innovation Officer for The Reading League and Chief Academic Officer for professional development with the Highlights Education Group. Other key education roles include vice president of professional development for the Rowland Reading Foundation and Zaner-Bloser, school district administrator and adjunct professor. She is the author of several training guides and training workshops, as well as 12 children's books, and the co-author of The Everything Guide to Informational Text, K-2: Best Texts, Best Practices (Corwin Press, 2014). She serves on several advisory boards, including The Path Forward for Teacher Preparation and Licensure in Early Literacy. About the 95 Percent Group 95 Percent Group is an education company whose mission is to build on science to empower teachers—supplying the knowledge, resources, and support they need—to develop strong readers. Using an approach that is based in structured literacy, the company's One95 Literacy Ecosystem™ integrates professional learning and evidence-based literacy products into one cohesive system that supports consistent instructional routines across tiers and is proven and trusted to help students close skill gaps and read fluently. 95 Percent Group is also committed to advancing research, best practices, and thought leadership on the science of reading more broadly. For additional information on 95 Percent Group, visit: https://www.95percentgroup.com. Links of Interest Website:https://www.95percentgroup.comLinkedIn –https://www.linkedin.com/company/95-percent-group-inc-/Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/95percentgroupTwitter –https://twitter.com/95percentgroupInstagram –https://www.instagram.com/95percentgroupllc/ About our Guest: Brett Tingley Brett Tingley mobilizes parents to demand evidence-based literacy instruction across the entire education system—from school districts to higher education—driving systemic reforms at the district, state, and national levels, including improved identification, intervention, and support for dyslexic students and all striving readers. Through her work as President of UA-KID, OH-KID, and Parents for Reading Justice, she has built a national parent network active in more than 20 states. 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Send us Fan MailIn this week's episode we discussed how America's literacy rates have been declining in recent years. We raise important questions about education, opportunity, and the country's future. How does it affect individuals and communities, and what lower literacy could mean for the future of America? Most importantly, we ask: What can be done to reverse the trend?Our Links:Retrospect

Episode #136 is live! Check it out!Special Guest Patty McGee, nationally recognized literacy consultant, author, and educator, joins Dr. Woods on episode #136 of Leading Out The Woods to discuss Giving Grammar Instruction a Glow Up. In this episode, they explore why grammar instruction matters, the limitations of traditional approaches, and the mindshifts educators can make to bring grammar learning to life. Patty also shares innovative strategies from her book Not Your Granny's Grammar, including how grammar manipulatives can make learning more engaging and meaningful for students. 

In this show, Kristina Centenari explores the connection between breathing, nervous-system literacy, and athletic performance. We discuss her journey from Division I tennis to endurance sport, managing pressure and frustration, building awareness of physiological stress, and using breath training to improve composure. Kristina also breaks down breathing “gears” for runners, the relationship between relaxation and high performance, and why learning when to release tension may be just as important as learning to produce it. Today's episode is brought to you by Hammer Strength

In today's episode, Soren speaks to Margaret Walsh, Founder and Director of Secret Garden Educational Pathways and author of A Catholic Approach to Literacy for Struggling Students. Margaret shares insights from her research on literacy development, speaks to the importance of foundational reading skills, and unpacks how a humane philosophical framework can inform effective teaching strategies for struggling students.References:A Catholic Approach to Literacy for Struggling Students: Connecting Philosophy and Practice by Margaret WalshDe Anima by AristotleThe Book of TobitBy What Authority? by Robert Hugh Benson

This week on Oh That's Deep: Black Women Conversations, Jănine and Nicole start with some wedding-week chaos—from Nicole's bridal alterations nightmare to destination wedding logistics, RSVPs, and Janine's very serious commitment to making sure the Jamaica welcome party happens. Then the conversation gets deep. In What's on Our Timeline?, Jănine brings a viral social media series featuring high school students struggling with basic reading, comprehension, and math. What begins as a reaction to the videos quickly becomes a much larger conversation about Black children, literacy, education, parenting, school systems, learning disabilities, access to resources, social media, and the responsibility of the community. Nicole and Jănine don't agree on everything—particularly when it comes to where accountability begins—but they agree on what's at stake. Literacy isn't simply about passing a class. It affects our ability to understand contracts, manage money, advocate for ourselves, navigate healthcare, pursue careers, build wealth, and function independently. And if children are reaching high school without those fundamental skills, pointing fingers isn't enough. We have to ask what happened to the village—and what it will take to rebuild it. In Letters From Our Listeners, a concerned listener asks the question at the heart of the episode: How do we help children who are already struggling without shaming them—and how do we demand more from the systems that continue to fail them? Janine and Nicole talk about positive reinforcement, community responsibility, grassroots solutions, parental accountability, and why lifting the next generation requires all of us. And in the Motivational Moment, the ladies reflect on Malcolm X's reminder that education is the passport to the future—and why preparing our children for that future begins today. Until we meet again… Pray. Work. Slay. And show off your melanated excellence. Find more shows like this on the Mean Ole Lion app.

Support #Millennial!⁠⁠⁠ Visit Patreon.com/millennial to get exclusive bonus episodes, live stream access, and more! Visit our merch store: ⁠⁠https://shop.millennialshow.com⁠⁠ Follow the show in your favorite podcast app and leave us a review! This week we're joined by Shelby, a middle school teacher who's here to tell us exactly how worried we should be about America's literacy crisis — spoiler, it's bad, but also more complicated than "kids these days." We get into what's actually happening in classrooms right now: sixth graders who need to be taught basic sentence structure, reading stamina that's been eroded by screens, and the widening gap between students who are thriving and students who are falling behind. Shelby gets real about what's driving all this — curriculum shifts, tech in the classroom, socioeconomic factors — and shares why she made the call to limit device use in her own classroom this year. If you're a millennial parent who grew up on Hooked on Phonics and whole language, this one's for you, but honestly it matters whether you have kids or not. This week's recommendations: Donate to Dolly Parton's Imagination Library (Pam), 826 National (Shelby), and Overtone (Laura). And in this week's installment of After Dark: Who remembers the olds fear mongering about how we'd never get jobs with our tattoos, piercings, and funny colored hair? Jokes on them! We did find careers (but now we realize how draining they are). Join us for a discussion on the things we thought would impact us more when we were younger. We also have some predictions for which current trends we think will bite us in the ass later! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This episode of the Consider It Blacklit Literary Edition highlights Total Equity Now. Host Kim Singleton discusses the organization's work of promoting literature in the Harlem community with its founder & executive director Joe Rogers.tinyurl.com/CIBPodcast

A Texas teacher broke down over his 17- and 18-year-old seniors who, according to him, struggle to read and write.But my question is: Was it just they didn't know how to read or are they disconnected from the literature that they are being asked to read?In my latest episode of The Reading Is Freedom Podcast, I dig deeper into this conversation.Because we cannot talk about Black children struggling with literacy without also talking about the educational system they have spent years navigating.We have to talk about the Eurocentric curriculum that was never created with Black children in mind.We have to talk about the lack of culturally relevant literature.We have to talk about what happens when children spend year after year reading books and studying history where their lives, their communities, their voices, their brilliance, and their experiences are either pushed to the margins or completely absent.And then we wonder why some children become disconnected from reading.Representation is not just about making Black children feel good. It can be a doorway to engagement. When children encounter literature that reflects who they are while also expanding their understanding of the world, we give them another reason to connect with reading.Yes, our children need strong phonics instruction.Yes, they need vocabulary, fluency, and comprehension.Yes, they need to be challenged academically.But they also need books that make them WANT to read.We can't wait until children are 17 and 18 years old to become alarmed about literacy.This conversation needs to start much earlier.

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Is your homeschool student neurodivergent, dyslexic, or dealing with an undiagnosed learning struggle — and you're not sure where to even start looking? In this episode of the Everyday Educator podcast, host Amy Jones sits down with Margaret Walsh, founder of Secret Garden Educational Pathways, and Alaina Gray, Classical Conversations academic advisor for Challenge A/B1 (and homeschool mom of four), to talk through how to recognize, support, and disciple a child with learning differences. Margaret and Alaina unpack the real difference between a learning disability and an intellectual disability, why auditory processing struggles are so often missed in standard evaluations, and how a "whole person" classical framework — looking at senses, environment, and spiritual formation, not just test scores — leads to better outcomes. Elena also shares her own family's journey through adoption, diagnosis, and finding the right supports, while Margaret explains the "Secret Garden" metaphor behind her practice and her book, A Catholic Approach to Literacy for Struggling Students.   You don't need to have it all figured out today. Whether you're just starting to wonder if something's going on with your child, or you're deep in the diagnosis-and-therapy trenches, this episode will remind you that every learner — no matter their struggles — is made in the image of God, with real gifts worth uncovering.       Secret Garden Educational Pathways, the nation's leading provider of special needs support specifically designed for homeschool families, is working closely with Classical Conversations to make sure that all students have the resources that meet their needs. This is not to alarm you, but rather to comfort you: 1 in 5 students has a diagnosed learning disability, and you're not alone if you've wondered whether your student's struggles with reading or math are normal. Do you want to know if your student shows signs of a disability? Do you want to know if specialized classes or intervention are needed, and what resources are available? Get answers now so you can either finally stop worrying, or get them the right help. It's never too late to intervene, but earlier is always easier.   Click below to sign up for Secret Garden's free reading screener, which also includes a mini consultation, addresses more than just reading, and provides instructional recommendations: https://www.secretgardenep.com/reading-screener?utm_source=hs_email&ut   Margaret's book – "A Catholic Approach to Literacy for Struggling Students: Connecting Philosophy and Practice": https://amzn.to/4ikdUvF

Today our guest is Angela Walle, a teacher at Geiger Montessori in Tacoma Public Schools and recipient of the Tacoma Public Schools Whole Child Champion Award. Angela shares how replacing classroom rules with explicitly taught character traits transformed her classroom from one of the most difficult she had ever managed to one where students described it as their safest place in school. She also explains how spending 30 minutes a day on character trait instruction gave her more instructional time, not less, by shifting her role from behavior manager to guide, and how holding students accountable to shared values rather than rules builds the kind of community that students carry with them beyond the classroom. In this conversation, Angela offers important reminders for educators and leaders: Replacing rules with explicitly taught character traits shifts the dynamic from compliance to community. Students learn to hold themselves accountable rather than waiting to be corrected. When educators share their own struggles openly with students, it lowers anxiety, builds trust, and creates the psychological safety students need to take risks and learn. The time invested in teaching character traits is not time taken away from instruction. It is the foundation that makes instruction possible in the first place. Learn More About CharacterStrong:  Sign up for the CharacterStrong Weekly Access FREE MTSS Curriculum Samples Request a Quote Today! Visit the CharacterStrong Website   About Angela Walle:  Angela Walle is in her 19th year as an educator. She was awarded Tacoma Public School's Whole Child Champion award in the spring of 2026. Majority of her career has been spent working with students in grades k-3. In 2018 Angela stepped out of the classroom to work directly with teachers as a mentor and co-teacher. From Sept 2020 to June of 2023 Angela took on a special project for Tacoma Public Schools called TV Classroom. She worked closely with a team to produce videos that allowed families, students and teachers access to learning during the Covid Years. These videos included virtual field trips and instruction for SEL, Math, and Literacy. The 2026 school will be her 4th year at Geiger Montessori and she currently teaches a 1st-3rd grade multi-age class.

Three Big Conversations: Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor debut their new dinosaur movie - 02:32 "that's AI" is the ultimate burn from Gen Alpha - 14:22 how one teacher found a way to get his students reading again. - 29:30 Resource of the Week: Podcast Episode - How to Do What We Do - 00:58 → Click here to listen to our episode on: Educating Humans in the Age of AI (with Professor Jeffrey Bilbro) In Other News: - 43:00 This week in AI: In light of concerns about romantic involvement with chatbots, "ChatGPT for Teens" is being marketed as a homework helper that limits "the emotional and intimate exchanges between young people and AI." Robbie Torney from Common Sense Media argues that we should remain cautious until we have actual evidence that these features have been turned off. This week in dopamine: South Korean websites like "Dopamine Shop" and "FoodNeverComes" allow users to "pay" for clothes or food, and still feel like they're getting "retail therapy," without having to spend any money (because the products aren't real). This week in arson: "Prediction market" Polymarket has enabled users to bet on the outcome of wildfires, which historian Jamie Pietruska rightly labels as a "perverse incentive." This week in fabric: The word "polyester" has become a new way for Gen Z to call something out as low-quality or cheap. But you know what's worse than that? Wool and linen, woven together. This week in fabric, again: An article in Teen Vogue suggests that "poetcore" (aka Dark Academia's "cozier, more relaxed cousin") and "vintage 90s mall fashion" will be some of the biggest fashion trends this semester. On a completely unrelated note, here's The Guardian on how social media has "automated individual taste into oblivion."

What if everything we know about teaching reading is upside down? In this episode of Trending in Education, host Mike Palmer sits down with tech entrepreneur, keynote speaker, and innovator David Chalk to unpack a remarkable story of literacy, neurodiversity, trauma, and redemption. Key Highlights & Discussion Points:

Kate de Goldi ponders the future of reading and literature.

Send us Fan MailIn this episode, Dr. Rachel Ivory shares her inspiring journey from military service to children's publishing, emphasizing the importance of early career exploration and literacy. Discover how her innovative books, curricula, and community initiatives are empowering young dreamers and strengthening families.key topicsDr. Ivory's journey from military service to children's publishingThe importance of early exposure to diverse careersInnovative educational curricula and storytellingCommunity engagement and family bonding through readingThe role of literacy in building confidence and self-esteemIvory Publishing InstagramIvory Publishing® — Children's Books, Podcast & CurriculumI want to be... Podcast - Ivory PublishingImani's Dream: I Want to Be a Baker (I Want to Be...) - Amazon's Best SellerStay Connected

Anne Hathaway and Ewan McGregor debut their new dinosaur movie, "that's AI" is the ultimate burn from Gen Alpha, and how one teacher found a way to get his students reading again.  Resource of the Week: Podcast Episode - How to Do What We Do → Click here to listen to our episode on: Educating Humans in the Age of AI (with Professor Jeffrey Bilbro) In Other News: This week in AI: In light of concerns about romantic involvement with chatbots, "ChatGPT for Teens" is being marketed as a homework helper that limits "the emotional and intimate exchanges between young people and AI." Robbie Torney from Common Sense Media argues that we should remain cautious until we have actual evidence that these features have been turned off. This week in dopamine: South Korean websites like "Dopamine Shop" and "FoodNeverComes" allow users to "pay" for clothes or food, and still feel like they're getting "retail therapy," without having to spend any money (because the products aren't real). This week in arson: "Prediction market" Polymarket has enabled users to bet on the outcome of wildfires, which historian Jamie Pietruska rightly labels as a "perverse incentive." This week in fabric: The word "polyester" has become a new way for Gen Z to call something out as low-quality or cheap. But you know what's worse than that? Wool and linen, woven together. This week in fabric, again: An article in Teen Vogue suggests that "poetcore" (aka Dark Academia's "cozier, more relaxed cousin") and "vintage 90s mall fashion" will be some of the biggest fashion trends this semester. On a completely unrelated note, here's The Guardian on how social media has "automated individual taste into oblivion."

Middle school is a pivotal moment in a student's literacy journey—yet it's also the stage where unfinished learning can hide in plain sight. During this episode of EDVIEW360, we sit down with veteran educator and author Jeanne Schopf for a powerful conversation about what it truly takes to support struggling readers in grades 6–8.With decades of experience helping middle school students rebuild foundational skills, Schopf brings a refreshingly honest and deeply practical perspective. She shares why intervention at this age is both urgent and entirely possible, how teachers can create momentum from day one, and what she's learned about meeting adolescents where they are—academically, socially, and emotionally.Listeners will learn:Why middle school readers often mask their struggles—and how to spot the signs earlyHow to build intervention routines that respect adolescent learnersWhat successful literacy support looks like in the first weeks of schoolHow to create a culture where students feel safe taking risks and rebuilding skillsPractical strategies educators can use immediately to set students up for a strong yearAs educators head into a new school year, Schopf offers encouragement, clarity, and actionable steps for teachers determined to make a difference. Whether you're a reading specialist, interventionist, or classroom teacher, this episode will equip you with the insight and inspiration you need to help every middle school reader move forward with confidence.Tune in—and start the year ready to change lives.

Fresno Unified is intensifying its focus on early literacy through targeted interventions, extensive data tracking, and increased accountability. Superintendent Misty Her says the district's early gains, including exceeding its kindergarten literacy goal, demonstrate that focused instruction and continuous monitoring can help more students reach reading proficiency before falling significantly behind. Philip stumbles on an incredible text message Australian blood donors receive after donating. A 2017 initiative by the Australian Red Cross Blood Service that sends blood donors a text message telling them which hospital received their donation. The goal was to encourage people, especially irregular donors, to donate more frequently. Teachers are sounding the alarm that the biggest educational risk from AI may not be cheating, but the possibility that students skip the mental effort required to develop reasoning and analytical skills. Its authors and cited experts contend that writing is more than a way to communicate ideas. It is one of the primary ways people learn to think, and heavy dependence on AI could reduce that benefit. After significant pushback from parents, students, and some school board members, Omaha Public Schools successfully requested that Omaha police officers stop carrying shock gloves on OPS campuses. Omaha police agreed to the change immediately, while Bellevue police have not adopted the same restriction, leaving an ongoing debate about the use of pain-compliance tools in school settings. Please Like, Comment and Follow 'Philip Teresi on KMJ' on all platforms: --- Philip Teresi on KMJ is available on the KMJNOW app, Apple Podcasts, Spotify, YouTube or wherever else you listen to podcasts. -- Philip Teresi on KMJ Weekdays 2-6 PM Pacific on News/Talk 580 AM & 105.9 FM KMJ | Website | Facebook | Instagram | X | Podcast | Amazon | - Everything KMJ KMJNOW App | Podcasts | Facebook | X | Instagram See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

America has a literacy crisis and the teachers are going viral on TikTok crying about it. Gambling is more popular than reading. Harvard students are using ChatGPT to translate A Clockwork Orange because they think it's in Old English. Bridget breaks down how we got here and who's actually to blame. #LiteracyCrisis #EndOfReading #DumpsterFire Topics covered: literacy crisis, end of reading, Atlantic magazine literacy, teachers TikTok crying, AI and books, ChatGPT replacing reading, infinite scroll, post-literate America, public schools, homeschooling, Anthropic Project Panama 

Welcome to Digital Learning Today. In this episode, Jeff Bradbury explores the strategic systems that shape the future of education, focusing on Instructional Coaching, Artificial Intelligence, Professional Learning, and the latest Educational Technology Trends. In this podcast episode, Laura Stewart takes over the podcast and is joined by educator Jeanne Schopf, editor of the new book Reading is NOT Optional to talk about adolescent literacy. In this important episode, we will explore the current crisis around our older students literacy achievement and the urgency of addressing this crisis. Jeanne will share three big ideas around what we know works to intervene and get our adolescent readers on track toward academic success so that they can thrive. Laura will share key resources from 95 Percent Group to support teachers in designing instruction for this special population of learners. Become a High-Impact Leader: This episode is just the beginning. To get the complete blueprint for designing and implementing high-impact systems in your district, get your copy of my book, "Impact Standards." Strategic Vision for Digital Learning:Learn how to create a district-wide vision that aligns digital learning with your educational goals, transforming how standards-based instruction is designed and supported.Curriculum Design and Implementation:Discover practical strategies for integrating digital learning into existing curricula, creating vertical alignment of skills, and mapping digital learning across grade levels.Effective Instructional Coaching:Master the art of coaching people rather than technology, building relationships that drive success, and measuring impact through student engagement rather than just technology usage. Purchase your copy of “Impact Standards” on Amazon today! Key Takeaways: Urgency of adolescent literacyEvidence-based instructional practicesAssessment and progress monitoringSystem-level literacy interventionsProfessional learning for teachersMultisyllabic word decoding and morphologyOral language developmentMTSS implementation for secondary schoolsSupporting English language learners Chapters: 00:00 Introduction to the importance of adolescent literacy03:09 Why we know too much to ignore adolescent literacy05:12 The urgency of addressing unfinished learning in literacy07:12 What makes adolescent struggling readers unique11:19 Evidence-based instructional practices for secondary students12:47 The importance of assessment and progress monitoring15:38 System-level solutions and MTSS for literacy18:44 Integrating literacy strategies across content areas20:07 Professional learning for teachers on evidence-based practices23:52 Leadership and systemic change for literacy transformation Resources Mentioned in This Episode: Science of Reading 3.0 Book -https://www.95percentgroup.com95% Group Website -https://www.95percentgroup.comTeacherCast Podcast Series -https://teachercast.net/95percentgroup About our Guest: Laura Stewart Laura Stewart is the Chief Academic Officer at 95 Percent Group. She is a nationally recognized Science of Reading and Structured Literacy advocate who has dedicated her career to improving literacy achievement at leading education companies. Stewart has more than 25 years of academic leadership experience. Most recently, she served as the Chief Innovation Officer for The Reading League and Chief Academic Officer for professional development with the Highlights Education Group. Other key education roles include vice president of professional development for the Rowland Reading Foundation and Zaner-Bloser, school district administrator and adjunct professor. She is the author of several training guides and training workshops, as well as 12 children's books, and the co-author of The Everything Guide to Informational Text, K-2: Best Texts, Best Practices (Corwin Press, 2014). She serves on several advisory boards, including The Path Forward for Teacher Preparation and Licensure in Early Literacy. About the 95 Percent Group 95 Percent Group is an education company whose mission is to build on science to empower teachers—supplying the knowledge, resources, and support they need—to develop strong readers. Using an approach that is based in structured literacy, the company's One95 Literacy Ecosystem™ integrates professional learning and evidence-based literacy products into one cohesive system that supports consistent instructional routines across tiers and is proven and trusted to help students close skill gaps and read fluently. 95 Percent Group is also committed to advancing research, best practices, and thought leadership on the science of reading more broadly. For additional information on 95 Percent Group, visit: https://www.95percentgroup.com. Links of Interest Website:https://www.95percentgroup.comLinkedIn –https://www.linkedin.com/company/95-percent-group-inc-/Facebook –https://www.facebook.com/95percentgroupTwitter –https://twitter.com/95percentgroupInstagram –https://www.instagram.com/95percentgroupllc/ About our Guest: Jeanne Schopf Jeanne Schopf, M.Ed., NBCT, C-SLDI, is a literacy expert, motivational keynote speaker, and educational leader with more than 35 years of experience in pubic education. She is the editor and contributing author of Reading Isn't Optional: Fulfilling the Promise of Literacy for Secondary Students and has served as an elementary and middle school teacher, Literacy Coach, Reading Specialist, and Certified Dyslexia Interventionist (K–12). A Certified John Maxwell speaker,  trainer, and coach, Jeanne provides research-based professional development grounded in MTSS and the Science of Reading. As the Founder of Pathways Towards Literacy, she partners with schools and leaders to implement evidence-based practices, build educator capacity, and create sustainable systems that ensure every student achieves literacy success. 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This edWeb podcast is sponsored by Really Great Reading.The edLeader Panel recording can be accessed here.Strong literacy outcomes are not sustained by instructional materials alone. Districts need literacy systems that can withstand real-world change, including teacher turnover, leadership transitions, shifting priorities, and the ongoing need to support new and experienced educators.Join district leaders and literacy experts for an edWeb podcast discussion on how districts can build durable literacy systems that maintain momentum over time. Panelists explore how strong implementation plans, professional learning models, instructional leadership practices, onboarding systems, and purposeful technology can help districts protect consistency across schools and classrooms.Listeners learn how successful districts support educators, reduce implementation fatigue, and create the conditions for long-term student success, including for older struggling readers who need consistent, effective literacy intervention.This edWeb podcastis of interest to elementary through high school teachers, school leaders, district leaders, and education technology leaders.Really Great ReadingWe Do Big Things for Districts. We Raise Reading Scores and Prevent and Remediate Reading Failure.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.Learn more about viewing live edWeb presentations and on-demand recordings, earning CE certificates, and using accessibility features.

Philippa is joined by the legendary Lee Child — creator of Jack Reacher, published in over 120 countries with more than 40 million books sold — for this summer special. They cover holidays, the Reacher handover to brother Andrew Child, artificial intelligence, and why literacy in prisons matters more than you might think.☀️ Holiday ChatLee hasn't had a proper holiday in 10 years — when you've been on 70 planes in a single year, home starts to look like a very good option. He and Philippa discuss:Why 40% writing and 60% promotion means travel has lost its appealDream holiday: two weeks in Antigua with a book a day plus a 25% margin for ones he doesn't get on withThe accidental best holiday of his life — a British Airways voucher, a paper ticket, a pilot who said "you're here, let's go," and a tiny Cessna to an almost uninhabited Bahamian islandThe villa in Tobago that promised a cook and delivered disappointmentThe Soviet Union trip he always wanted but never took — and why a Russian jail would be his true holiday nightmareReading on the beach with the "commentary track" switched on — and the moment in Seven that made him think "they wouldn't dare" and then they did

Decisions in darkness. FE rejects gravity? Teacher cries: kids can’t read. Pronouns. Globe? Divorce the world. Tasia Fortune "hanging." GA gas station case. Surrogate mothers?

In this episode, Caldecott Honor winner Micha Archer takes us behind the scenes of her book with author Anne Wynter, WHILE WE'RE HERE.Subscribe to Sharp Read on SubstackJoin thousands of children's lit supporters reading Colby's weekly dispatches from the classroom.Subscribe to 100 Scope Notes on SubstackA bi-weekly deep dive into the world of picture books, delivered to your inbox.Disclaimer: This post contains affiliate links. If you make a purchase, I may receive a commission at no extra cost to you.

Join us for episode three of MCIE's "Think Inclusive" four-part series in collaboration with Think College, as Tim Villegas visits the IDEAL program at Georgia State University in downtown Atlanta. IDEAL — Inclusive Digital Expression and Literacy — is a college program for students with intellectual disabilities built around creative media: film, television, and digital arts. It is also a commuter program. There are no dorms and no leafy college town here. Every student crosses one of the most traffic-choked metro areas in the country to get to class, some of them spending three hours a day on buses or paratransit for the privilege. The episode opens in a careers class, where nine students name their dream careers: veterinarian, flight attendant, musician, actor, podcaster, comic book writer.The heart of the episode is a question about what stands between a dream like that and an actual job — and the answer starts with a checkbox. Employment coordinator Mykal Tairu spent years as a community organizer working on Ban the Box, the policy fight over whether a person with a criminal record gets to introduce themselves before their application lands in the trash. He argues that adults with intellectual disabilities face a version of the same box, just unprinted. Along the way, Tim spends a morning with students Isaiah and David, hears what a real job in the film department means to a comic book writer, and learns what happens when a program insists that hiring its graduates is not a favor. As Tairu puts it, it's not a charity case. It's a case where an employer sees the value someone brings and decides they need him.Complete show notes and transcript: https://mcie.org/think-inclusive/dream-careers-inside-the-minds-of-georgia-states-ideal-students-1342/

The educational crisis in America took center stage when Houston ISD teacher Darius Williams posted a tearful, viral video detailing his heartbreak on just the second day of school. Working at Wheatley High School, Williams broke down in tears after discovering that his high school seniors could not complete a basic reading and writing assignment—struggling to fill in four simple words even after the class annotated the text and walked through the answers together. In this episode, we move past the viral headlines to unpack the profound systemic issues highlighted by Williams' emotional testimony. We examine the broader national literacy crisis, declining reading scores on the Nation's Report Card, and how students are slipping through the cracks all the way to their senior year without foundational reading and writing skills. We also look at the district's response, the challenges facing modern classrooms, and what educators, parents, and policymakers must do to fix a broken pipeline. Whether you are a concerned parent, an educator navigating similar classroom hurdles, or someone passionate about education reform, this episode delivers a vital look at the state of public schooling today. We explore:The Viral Moment: A breakdown of what happened in Darius Williams' classroom and why his video struck a nerve nationwide.The National Literacy Decline: Statistics and expert insights behind the drop in high school reading and writing proficiency. Systemic Failures: How students reach the 12th grade significantly below grade level and the structural factors contributing to the gap.Pathways Forward: Solutions for closing learning gaps and supporting teachers on the front lines of public education.We provide an empathetic, thorough examination of an issue that affects every community across the country.Support the conversation on education reform. If you value deep-dives into critical social issues, please subscribe to the podcast and leave us a five-star review on Apple Podcasts or Spotify. Your reviews help independent media bring vital stories to light. Share this episode with teachers, parents, and community leaders who care about the future of education!Become a supporter of this podcast: https://www.spreaker.com/podcast/chaos-culture-radio--3078307/support.Follow Chaos Culture Radio for real conversations that move culture forward.New episodes every week.Share this episode with someone who needs to hear it.

Kelly Cahill, CGA/DPAct’s VP of Communications at Common Ground Alliance, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss why even simple digging projects can be dangerous and how homeowners can stay safe as utility lines continue to be damaged by severe weather. They talk about how even simple projects should have a free call […]

Thousands of Chicagoans have had trouble with their roofs due to the increase in severe weather this summer. Mike Huston, Assistant Manager of Lindholm Roofing, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to answer their questions. To learn more about what Lindholm Roofing can do for you, visit Lindholmroofing.com or call them at 1-773-283-7675.

Chris Allard, Founder and Executive Director of The Tenth Man Foundation and board member of the American Foundation for Suicide Prevention – Illinois Chapter, joins Jon Hansen on Your Money Matters to discuss the Chicagoland Out of the Darkness Walk happening October 3 at Montrose Harbor. For more information, visit ASFP.

Jessica Gould, education reporter for WNYC and Gothamist, talks about the steep drop in ELA test scores on last year's state test among city students, and what stakeholders think might be the cause of the decline. Photo: A student in the library reads a book after receiving candy and a red envelope in a cultural celebration of the Lunar New Year at Yung Wing School P.S. 124 on February 02, 2022 in New York City. (Michael Loccisano/Getty Images) Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

In this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts Prof. Albert Cheng of Ohio State University and Walter Blanks, Policy and Advocacy Director of EdChoice speak with Carole Boston Weatherford, a New York Times best-selling author of more than 80 children's books and a leading voice in African American children's literature. Weatherford discusses her career writing poetry and history for young readers, including the challenges and rewards of making complex stories accessible through vivid language and imagery. She shares insights into her acclaimed books about Harriet Tubman and Jesse Owens, exploring faith, freedom, perseverance, and racism. Weatherford also discusses her latest book, Black Hands: Builders of Our Nation, which highlights the many contributions of African Americans throughout U.S. history, from the Middle Passage and Black Civil War regiments to HBCUs and the Civil Rights Movement. She explores the Harlem Renaissance and Black literary excellence while discussing how storytelling can help young people understand the people, struggles, and achievements that have shaped America. In closing, she reads a passage from her recent book, Black Hands: Builders of Our Nation.

#cuttheclutter   A report by Parliamentary Standing Committee on Home Affairs shows how Jammu and Kashmir has witnessed improvement in key social indicators. The state has among the lowest birth rates & the best social indicators on health, education across India. The report was tabled in Parliament last week. #CutTheClutter Episode 1879 looks at these numbers, what they reveal about J&K's transformation, and how they also bust a few myths. ThePrint Editor-In-Chief Shekhar Gupta looks at what the report says on eduction, health & poverty reduction in Jammu and Kashmir, and how these numbers compare to those of other states & UTs. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- To read full report: https://sansad.in/rs/committees/15?departmentally-related-standing-committees --------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- #asusexpertbook  @ASUSIndia.official  Checkout the ASUS Expertbook series: https://www.flipkart.com/asus-expertbook-core-ultra-store

How do we help multilingual learners move beyond giving the right answer to communicating like scientists, historians, readers, writers, and thinkers? In Episode 202 of the Adventures in Learning podcast, Dr. Diane welcomes Beth Skelton and Tan Huynh for a deeply practical, joy-filled conversation about making language instruction more explicit, more integrated, and more human for all learners.Beth and Tan share strategies from their work with experienced multilingual learners, including the “input-output loop,” intentional chunking, sentence-pattern charts, and planning backward from the language students need in order to show what they know. Whether you teach early childhood, elementary, middle, or high school, this episode offers concrete ways to keep expectations high while giving every learner the tools they need to reach the mountaintop.Along the way, we talk about collaboration, the importance of teaching students how to respond to academic prompts such as describe, contrast, and explain, and why compassion in education does not mean lowering the bar. It means building a better trail — with more ropes, poles, supports, and opportunities for every student to climb.Why listenLearn how to integrate language development into the content you already teach.Explore strategies that help multilingual learners write, speak, read, and think with greater precision.Hear classroom-ready examples using science concepts, picture books, gestures, sentence patterns, and structured quick writes.Take away a powerful approach to collaboration as you lead with curiosity, connection, and “yes, and.”Chapters01:04 What multilingual learners need from schools03:49 Why academic language must be taught explicitly05:01 Helping students sound like scientists07:34 Supporting experienced multilingual learners beyond the plateau10:16 From reading a text to writing with purpose13:19 Bringing intentional language into early childhood learning15:17 The input-output loop: short chunks, meaningful processing18:45 Sentence-pattern charts for content and language together22:20 Keep the mountaintop high; give students more tools to climb25:50 Teaching literacy instead of only assigning literacy tasks30:20 Teaching students what prompts like “describe” and “explain” require32:06 From social media connection to a powerful co-author partnership33:32 “Yes, and”: collaboration that builds relationships37:37 What brings Beth and Tan hopeLinks and resourcesLook for Beth Skelton and Tan Huynh's work, including Long-Term Success for Experienced Multilinguals and Integrated Literacy for Experienced Multilinguals.Listen to Beth's appearance on Episode 109 of the Adventures in Learning podcast.Listen to Tan's Teaching ML's Podcast.Call to actionListen with a notebook nearby, because Beth and Tan offer ideas you can try immediately. Choose one upcoming lesson, identify the language students will need to express the content, and build in one small input-output loop: a short chunk of learning, a chance to gesture, talk, draw, write, or reflect, and a clear pathway for students to put their thinking into words.The mountain stays high. Our job is to make sure more students have what they need to climb it.Support the showShare this episodeIf this conversation sparked wonder, gave you a helpful strategy, or offered a needed reminder of hope, please share it with a friend or colleague.Subscribe • Download • Review • Tell a friendStay updated with our latest episodes and follow us on Instagram, LinkedIn, and the Adventures in Learning website. Don't forget to subscribe on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts! *Disclosure: I am a Bookshop.org. affiliate.

Roy Spencer, CEO and Founder of Perma-Seal, joins Jon Hansen to discuss what you should do if your basement sustains storm damage or flooding. With the increased frequency of severe storms this summer, Roy explains sump pumps, floor drains, and more to stay well protected. To learn more about Perma-Seal's services, go to permaseal.net or call 1-800-421-SEAL […]

NHL Hall of Famer and Blackhawks great Jeremy Roenick joins Jon Hansen to talk about The Helping Hands Network and its efforts to fund programs for young adults with special needs. Roenick will be teeing off in the 2026 Celebrity Golf & Games Day Outing, happening Monday, August 17 at Twin Orchard Country Club.

Dave Schlueter of the Law Offices of David R. Schlueter joins Jon Hansen to talk about the difference between “springing” powers of attorney and powers of attorney that take effect on the date of signing. To learn more about what Dave Schlueter can help you with, go to schlueterlawoffice.com or call 1-630-285-5300.

What role do SLPs play with literacy development?Guest: Heather L. Ramsdell, PhD, CCC-SLP, CALT, QITEarn 0.10 ASHA CEUs for this episode with Speech Therapy PDWatch on YoutubeIn this episode of First Bite, Michelle Dawson, MS, CCC-SLP, CLC, BCS-S, FNAP, is joined by Heather L. Ramsdell, PhD, CCC-SLP, CALT, QIT, for a passionate, research-backed discussion that positions speech-language pathologists as central to literacy development. Heather reframes dyslexia and reading challenges as reflections of underlying language and developmental profiles, explains how early oral language skills lay the foundation for reading, and discusses key early indicators of risk and the diverse developmental pathways that contribute to reading difficulties.About the Guest: Heather L. Ramsdell, PhD CCC-SLP, CALT, QI in Training, University of Memphis, 2009, is an Associate Professor in the Department of Communication Sciences and Disorders at Idaho State University, owner/clinician at Once Upon a Time LLC, and mother of two children with dyslexia. Her teaching, research, and clinical areas of expertise/interest include infant vocal development, phonetics, phonology, multisensory structured language intervention, spelling, structured word inquiry, literacy, and dyslexia.Show Notes:Read with Ramsdell: www.readwithramsdell.comContact Heather: www.isu.edu/slp/about/facultyPublications: https://pubs.asha.org/authored-by/Ramsdell/Heather+LSign up for the ASHFoundation 7th Annual Virtual Walk/RunJoin the First Bite Team: "First Bite Fun Runners"

DONATE TO BACK TO SCHOOL WITH BLOCK CLUB There's no doubt that Chicago has a literacy problem. About 43% of CPS students grades 3-8 met the state's reading proficiency benchmarks in 2025. But like so many things in Chicago, a lot depends on the zip code. Open Books Director of Education Paula Santos discusses how all of us can become a part of the solution.  Host - Jon Hansen Guest - Paula Santos Want to donate to our non-profit newsroom? CLICK HEREWho we areBlock Club Chicago is a 501(c)(3) nonprofit news organization dedicated to delivering reliable, relevant and nonpartisan coverage of Chicago's diverse neighborhoods. We believe all neighborhoods deserve to be covered in a meaningful way.We amplify positive stories, cover development and local school council meetings and serve as watchdogs in neighborhoods often ostracized by traditional news media.Ground-level coverageOur neighborhood-based reporters don't parachute in once to cover a story. They are in the neighborhoods they cover every day building relationships over time with neighbors. We believe this ground-level approach not only builds community but leads to a more accurate portrayal of a neighborhood.Stories that matter to you — every daySince our launch seven years ago, we've published more than 30,000 stories from the neighborhoods, covered hundreds of community meetings and send daily and neighborhood newsletters to more than 150,000 Chicagoans. We've built this loyalty by proving to folks we are not only covering their neighborhoods, we are a part of them. Some of us have internalized the national media's narrative of a broken Chicago. We aim to change that by celebrating our neighborhoods and chronicling the resilience of the people who fight every day to make Chicago a better place for all.

Summer Reset Series: What Is Tier 1 Instruction in the Upper Elementary Literacy Classroom?In this Summer Reset episode, we are revisiting one of the foundational pieces of strong literacy instruction: Tier 1 instruction.After talking about time sucks and instructional clarity in the last episode, this conversation brings us back to a key question:What are students getting access to during core instruction every day?Tier 1 instruction matters because it is the instruction every student is entitled to receive. Before we add more interventions, small groups, resources, or supports, we need to strengthen the instruction most students receive first.What high-quality Tier 1 instruction isWhy Tier 1 instruction matters for every studentHow Tier 1 gives students access to grade-level standardsWhy strong core instruction supports intervention and differentiationHow intentional mini lessons can help deliver focused literacy instructionTier 1 instruction is not extra. It is the foundation of the literacy block.Strong Tier 1 instruction gives students access to the knowledge, skills, language, and thinking required by grade-level standards.When Tier 1 instruction is unclear, planning, intervention, differentiation, and teacher decision-making all get heavier.An intentional mini lesson can be one of the best vehicles for delivering clear, focused, high-quality literacy instruction.If every student in your classroom could only get one thing from your literacy block this year, what would you want it to be?For coaches and leaders:How can we help teachers strengthen core instruction before asking them to carry more interventions, programs, or disconnected supports?“Tier 1 instruction is what every single student in your classroom is entitled to.”“Tier 1 instruction gives students access to grade-level standards and provides the foundation they need for new learning.”“Before we add more interventions, we need to strengthen the instruction most students receive every day.”“When Tier 1 instruction is unclear, everything else gets heavier.”Guided Reading Basics EpisodeConferring Basics: Use Data to Determine Types of Small Group InstructionFree Guide: How to Keep Your Mini Lesson MiniBook a discovery call for one-on-one coaching or school professional developmentIf this episode resonated with you, take a screenshot and tag me on Instagram at @msevamireles.You can also support The Reading Teacher's Playbook by leaving a rating or review wherever you listen to podcasts.In This Episode We DiscussKey IdeasSummer Reset Reflection QuestionLeadership LensQuotablesResources MentionedNext Steps

In this special episode of Black Market Reads, Lissa Jones turns the conversation from the authors who write our stories to the young readers who will carry them forward. Recorded at Benjamin E. Mays Afrocentric Magnet School in St. Paul, the episode begins with Freedom School scholars sharing the books they love and reflecting on reading, history, and community. Lissa then sits down with Principal Danielle Hughes and Assistant Principal Peirre Ali to explore literacy as liberation, the importance of children seeing themselves in literature, and their vision for an Afrocentric school that centers the brilliance of Black children. Black Market Reads is a product of The Givens Foundation for African American Literature produced in partnership with iDream.tv. Funding for this series, focusing on literature and the humanities, is provided by the Minnesota Humanities Center. Our production team for this episode includes co-producers Lissa Jones and Edie French, technical director Paul Auguston, the voice Yo Derek, and our artist of inspiration Ta-coumba T. Aiken. For GO DEEPER Content,VISIT www.BlackMarketReads.com

Research literacy is a systematic process for finding information that can help inform clinical care. In this episode of Research Perch, learn about the importance of teaching research literacy to entry-level massage therapy students, and how instructors can use MTF resources to help students learn to find, access, and assess the integrity of research and apply it in meaningful ways. For an a great additional resource, check out MTF's Instructor's Guide to Teaching Research eBook Link to IJTMB article mentioned in show: Adaptation of the CARE Guidelines for Therapeutic Massage and Bodywork Publications: Efforts To Improve the Impact of Case Reports

On this episode of The Karol Markowicz Show, Karol sits down with National Review staff writer Jeffrey Blehar for a wide-ranging conversation about politics, music, media, and the future of American culture. Blehar shares his unconventional path from practicing law to political commentary, explains why authenticity matters more than partisan loyalty, and discusses the philosophy that guides his writing. The conversation also explores Blehar's popular Political Beats podcast, where political personalities leave politics behind to discuss their favorite music. Together, Karol and Jeff examine whether it's possible to separate artists from their political beliefs and why music can transcend ideology. Finally, Blehar offers his predictions for America's future, warning about increasing political polarization, the erosion of reading and literacy, and a culture increasingly driven by podcasts, video, and social media instead of books. He closes with a reminder not to make politics your religion—a lesson he believes is essential for preserving perspective in today's polarized world.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

They say that most kids can't read at grade level anymore. Whether this is true, I cannot say. But I can say that kids love it when their parents read to them. Simon has published ten children's books and plans on publishing a hundred more. We have published zero, but we've bought about ten thousand. And that may or may not be an exaggeration.You can find Simon's books at https://simonpjdorey.com/collections/all!This guest was booked using PodMatch! Interested in being a guest on the show? Reach out to us at https://www.podmatch.com/member/tombarnardpodcast.

John Tamny, author of The Money John Tamny, author of The Money Confusion: How a Literacy About Currencies and Inflation Sets the Stage for the Crypto Revolution, provides an unconventional analysis of money, arguing that its only purpose is to circulate consumable goods as a product of specialized labor. Drawing on Adam Smith's principles, he asserts that wealth is created through the division of labor and that money is simply an agreement about value between producers. Tamny contends that current fears of "inflation" are misguided; he defines real inflation as a deliberate devaluation of currency by policy choice, such as the 1971 delinking of the dollar from gold. The book argues that the high prices seen after 2020 were caused by the economic destruction of lockdowns, not an excess of money. Tamny is highly critical of the Federal Reserve, claiming it has no real power over growth or interest rates for startups, as true credit always finds talent regardless of central bank fiddling. He uses Elon Musk as a recurring example of an innovator whose success in companies like PayPal and SpaceX was driven by venture capital and risk-takers rather than traditional banks. Tamny envisions a crypto revolution where private, stable money replaces failed government currencies. He suggests that the recent volatility in crypto is a healthy "shaking out" of the market, paving the way for mature, information-based money systems. He speculates that Musk may eventually use Twitter to launch a global, stable cryptocurrency, finally fulfilling the vision of a "global financial supermarket." (5)Confusion: How a Literacy About Currencies and Inflation Sets the Stage for the Crypto Revolution, provides an unconventional analysis of money, arguing that its only purpose is to circulate consumable goods as a product of specialized labor. Drawing on Adam Smith's principles, he asserts that wealth is created through the division of labor and that money is simply an agreement about value between producers. Tamny contends that current fears of "inflation" are misguided; he defines real inflation as a deliberate devaluation of currency by policy choice, such as the 1971 delinking of the dollar from gold. The book argues that the high prices seen after 2020 were caused by the economic destruction of lockdowns, not an excess of money. Tamny is highly critical of the Federal Reserve, claiming it has no real power over growth or interest rates for startups, as true credit always finds talent regardless of central bank fiddling. He uses Elon Musk as a recurring example of an innovator whose success in companies like PayPal and SpaceX was driven by venture capital and risk-takers rather than traditional banks. Tamny envisions a crypto revolution where private, stable money replaces failed government currencies. He suggests that the recent volatility in crypto is a healthy "shaking out" of the market, paving the way for mature, information-based money systems. He speculates that Musk may eventually use Twitter to launch a global, stable cryptocurrency, finally fulfilling the vision of a "global financial supermarket." (5)1870 manhattan                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                                

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – The Science of Reading has become law in this blue state, and it's about time! The Science of Reading is a body of research that supports teaching students to read phonetically. Finally, the whole-word method of reading, which was used with the Dick and Jane books decades ago, will be put to rest in the blue state of Michigan...