Podcasts about School choice

WarRoom Battleground EP 930: Islam And School Choice Rampant In Texas

Fluent Fiction - Norwegian: Between Tradition and Progress: A Parenting Dilemma at the Polls Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/no/episode/2026-01-17-08-38-20-no Story Transcript:No: Sofie sto seg ved inngangen til det lokale samfunnshuset, som nå var omgjort til et stemmelokale.En: Sofie stood by the entrance to the local community center, which had now been converted into a polling place.No: Kulden bet i kinnene hennes, og lukten av nyfallen snø fulgte med hver pust hun tok.En: The cold bit at her cheeks, and the scent of freshly fallen snow accompanied each breath she took.No: Folk strømmet inn, alle opptatt med sin egen viktige oppgave.En: People streamed in, each absorbed in their own important task.No: Hun lette med blikket etter Lars, faren til deres kjære datter.En: She scanned the crowd for Lars, the father of their beloved daughter.No: Da Lars ankom, så de på hverandre med en gang.En: When Lars arrived, they immediately locked eyes.No: Deres felles mål var klart: å ta en viktig beslutning om datterens skolegang.En: Their shared goal was clear: to make an important decision about their daughter's schooling.No: Men deres syn på dette var vidt forskjellige.En: But their views on this were vastly different.No: Sofie hadde brukt mange kvelder på å undersøke en progressiv skole i området.En: Sofie had spent many evenings researching a progressive school in the area.No: Hun likte hvordan skolen oppmuntret til kreativitet og kritisk tenkning.En: She liked how the school encouraged creativity and critical thinking.No: Hun visste at dette kunne gi datteren deres et åpent sinn og en sterk kreativ ånd.En: She knew this could give their daughter an open mind and a strong creative spirit.No: Lars, derimot, holdt fast ved tanken om en tradisjonell skole, kjent for sine sterke akademiske resultater og stramme disiplin.En: Lars, on the other hand, held firmly to the idea of a traditional school, known for its strong academic results and strict discipline.No: Han så for seg en fremtid hvor datteren hadde trygge jobbmuligheter og en god utdanning.En: He envisioned a future where their daughter had secure job opportunities and a good education.No: Inne i samfunnshuset fylte lyden av stemmer rommet.En: Inside the community center, the sound of voices filled the room.No: Pennenes klikk mot papir akkompagnerte samtalene mellom mennesker, og ytterdørene sto åpne, slapp inn friske pust av vinterluft.En: The clicks of pens on paper accompanied conversations among people, and the outer doors stood open, letting in fresh gusts of winter air.No: De satt seg ned ved et av de små bordene.En: They sat down at one of the small tables.No: "Jeg har sett på noen interessante studier," begynte Sofie.En: "I've looked at some interesting studies," began Sofie.No: "De viser at kreativitet kan forbedre læringspotensialet.En: "They show that creativity can enhance learning potential."No: "Lars nikket, men så skeptisk ut.En: Lars nodded but looked skeptical.No: "Jeg forstår hva du sier, men tenk på de stabile fordelene ved en tradisjonell skole.En: "I understand what you're saying, but think of the stable benefits of a traditional school.No: Gode karakterer gir flere muligheter senere.En: Good grades provide more opportunities later."No: "Deres diskusjon gikk frem og tilbake, som vinden som suste utenfor.En: Their discussion went back and forth, like the wind whistling outside.No: Stemningen var anspent, og Sofie følte klumpen i magen vokse.En: The atmosphere was tense, and Sofie felt a knot in her stomach grow.No: Men så, et øyeblikk av klarhet.En: But then, a moment of clarity.No: De så på hverandre, øynene møttes.En: They looked at each other, their eyes meeting.No: "Vi må finne en løsning som tjener henne best," sa Lar forsiktig.En: "We must find a solution that serves her best," Lars said cautiously.No: Hans stemme myknet litt.En: His voice softened a bit.No: "Ja," sa Sofie.En: "Yes," said Sofie.No: Hun innså at hun også måtte respektere Lars' perspektiv.En: She realized she also had to respect Lars' perspective.No: "Hva om vi ser nærmere på begge skolene?En: "What if we take a closer look at both schools?No: Kanskje kan vi besøke dem og la henne prøve dem begge?En: Maybe we can visit them and let her try both?"No: "Lars tenkte på forslaget.En: Lars considered the suggestion.No: "Det høres fornuftig ut," sa han til slutt.En: "That sounds reasonable," he said finally.No: En lettelse bredte seg mellom dem, som når solen bryter gjennom skyene etter en snøstorm.En: A sense of relief spread between them, like when the sun breaks through the clouds after a snowstorm.No: De hadde en plan.En: They had a plan.No: De ville besøke skolene sammen og ta en informert beslutning.En: They would visit the schools together and make an informed decision.No: Noe viktigere enn deres individuelle meninger: datterens fremtid.En: Something more important than their individual opinions: their daughter's future.No: Sofie og Lars reiste seg fra bordet, litt nærmere hverandre enn de hadde vært på lenge.En: Sofie and Lars rose from the table, a little closer to each other than they had been in a long time.No: De hadde begge lært noe nytt.En: They both had learned something new.No: Begge så på hverandre med fornyet respekt.En: They looked at each other with renewed respect.No: De forlot samfunnshuset sammen, og snøen knirket under deres steg.En: They left the community center together, and the snow creaked beneath their steps.No: Denne dagen i det travle stemmelokalet hadde brakt dem sammen og minnet dem om deres felles ansvar og kjærlighet for datteren.En: This day in the busy polling place had brought them together and reminded them of their shared responsibility and love for their daughter.No: En vinterdag som førte til en mildere vår i deres samarbeidsvillighet som foreldre.En: A winter day that led to a milder spring in their willingness to cooperate as parents. Vocabulary Words:entrance: inngangencommunity center: samfunnshusetpolling place: stemmelokalebit: betaccompanied: fulgteabsorbed: opptattscanned: lette med blikketlocked eyes: så de på hverandreprogressive: progressivcreativity: kreativitetencouraged: oppmuntretcritical thinking: kritisk tenkningsecure: tryggestrict discipline: stramme disiplinsound: lydenfilled: fylteaccompanied: akkompagnerteconversations: samtaleneguests: pusttense: anspentclarity: klarhetsoftened: myknetconsidered: tenkte påreasonable: fornuftigrelief: lettelseinformed decision: informert beslutningresponsibility: ansvarcooperate: samarbeidsvillighetcreaked: knirketrenewed: fornyet

FAFO FRIDAY - SCHOOL CHOICE FALLOUT SHOW (Ep #1136)

STATE REP. FRED SHANKS EXPLAINS HIS "NO" VOTE ON SCHOOL CHOICE

In this episode of Main Street Matters, Elaine Parker is joined by Holly Swenson for an in-depth conversation on the rapid rise of homeschooling in the aftermath of the COVID-19 pandemic. Elaine and Holly explore why more families are rethinking traditional education, highlighting the growing demand for parental empowerment, flexibility, and individualized learning. Holly shares her personal homeschooling journey, explaining how tailored education can better meet children’s academic needs while also supporting emotional well-being. The discussion also addresses the mental health challenges facing today’s students, the pressures placed on families by conventional school systems, and why choice in education is critical for long-term success. Throughout the episode, the hosts emphasize the importance of self-care for parents and the value of creating learning environments that prioritize both academic growth and personal development. Purchase Holly's Book 'Stop, Drop, Grow, & Glow: Forming Deeper and More Joyful Connections with Yourself and Your Children' HERE | https://www.amazon.com/Stop-Drop-Grow-Glow-Connections/dp/1950476723See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

NO TO SCHOOL CHOICE (Ep #1135)

Send us a textJamie Rosenberg is the Founder and Executive Chairman of ClassWallet, a fintech platform modernizing how public education funds are distributed to schools and families. A longtime social impact entrepreneur, he previously founded AdoptAClassroom.org and has spent over two decades focused on getting dollars closer to students.

In this episode of Education Matters, Cesar and Sarah sit down with Greg Harrell, Executive Director of Policy and Government Affairs at the Institute for Quality Education (IQE), for an in-depth preview of the 2026 Indiana legislative session and a discussion on why education policy—and advocacy—matter as much as ever. Episode Highlights Greg Harrell's Journey in Education and Advocacy: Greg shares his professional background, including his decade of service with the Indiana Commission for Higher Education, the mentors that shaped his thinking on school choice, and what brought him to IQE. The Mission of IQE: IQE's concise but ambitious mission: improving the quality of education for all Indiana students by advancing student-centered policies, expanding school choice, and ensuring equitable funding. Why Advocacy at the Statehouse Matters: Greg explains why consistent advocacy is essential for educational progress and how IQE has helped drive major policy accomplishments, from tax credit scholarships to universal school choice. Making Education Policy Relevant: How legislative decisions made “under the dome” directly shape the lives of students, families, and communities across Indiana. Balancing Quality, Accountability, and Choice: Greg discusses how IQE sees these as complementary, not competing, goals—emphasizing informed family decision-making and the importance of strong accountability systems. IQE's Top Priorities for 2026: Defending recent advancements in school choice Raising literacy rates, especially among third-graders Boosting math proficiency and parent engagement Improving career pathways and high school redesign Maximizing use of Career and Education Scholarship Accounts Expanding tax credit scholarships to be universal Lowering eligibility age to three for certain scholarship programs Opening teacher residency programs to accredited non-public schools Recent Wins and Ongoing Challenges: A look back at implementing universal school choice and why Indiana is being watched by other states. Updates on persistent challenges like chronic absenteeism, teacher shortages, and improving alignment between K-12 and higher education. Did you find this episode informative? Help us out! Leave a review Share it with your friends Give us a 5 Star rating on your podcatcher of choice For more information about school choice and your school choice options, visit our website at https://www.i4qed.org

In this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng and Center for Strong Public Schools' Alisha Searcy discuss state and national K-12 education reform with Katherine Haley, Founder and Partner of the Oak Rose Group and President of the Arizona State Board of Education. Haley shares her remarkable career journey from […]

In this fiery episode of The Clay Edwards Show, host Clay Edwards dives deep into the controversial topic of school choice in Mississippi. Clay argues passionately against public-to-public transfers, warning that it could spread cultural and disciplinary issues from underperforming urban districts like Jackson into thriving suburban schools in areas like Rankin and Madison Counties. He shares personal experiences from growing up in South Jackson and calls out politicians, conservative elites, and think tanks for pushing an agenda that prioritizes charter schools and private interests over local communities. Listeners chime in with their takes, debating the potential for athletic recruiting abuses, unintended consequences like increased violence or teen pregnancies, and why fixing failing districts should come first. Even if it means challenging figures like Donald Trump, Clay stands firm: school choice isn't right for Central Mississippi. Tune in for unfiltered talk on fighting for better education without compromising safety and quality.

CALL OF THE DAY: NOBODY WANTS SCHOOL CHOICE!!

Join Clay Edwards for a raw, no-holds-barred Tuesday night live on The Clay Edwards Show! Starting a bit late after a grilling mishap (shoutout to Allen's Supermarket sausage), Clay dives into Mississippi's school choice debate. Senate passes public-to-public transfers—Clay calls it a disaster, fearing it imports Jackson's "trash" and chaos to suburban Rankin & Madison County schools. Unfiltered rants on class issues, not race; political blackmail by elites like Tate Reeves & Jason White; charter schools as profit grabs; and why Trump's wrong on this. Plus, a mall brawl at Northpark as Exhibit A, a lawsuit against Jackson Academy for athlete poaching, and viewer chats firing up the comments. Streaming Sun-Thurs (off Thurs for Ole Miss Fiesta Bowl watch parties—check Martin's, Cypress Point, & more for deals). Super Chats welcome—cash register's open! Hit like, share, drop a comment. Peace out!  #SchoolChoice #MississippiPolitics #ClayEdwards #EducationReform #RealTalk

Missouri State Senator Nick Schroer joins Marc to preview the new legislative session, saying he's ready to take on the Jefferson City “swamp.” Schroer emphasizes expanding school choice, eliminating the state income and personal property taxes without replacing the revenue, and cutting government spending instead. He discusses the Freedom Caucus' growing influence, Democrat infighting, and the need for Republicans to deliver results. With a “smash-mouth football” approach, Schroer says 2026 could be Missouri's most productive conservative session yet—if lawmakers stay focused on the people, not the lobbyists. #NickSchroer #MissouriPolitics #FreedomCaucus #SchoolChoice #TaxCuts #JeffCity #MarcCoxShow

The Rich Zeoli Show- Hour 3: 5:05pm- Corey DeAngelis—Senior Fellow at the American Culture Project & Author of the book, “The Parent Revolution: Rescuing Your Kids from the Radicals Ruining Our Schools.”—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to discuss his latest article for National Review, “Jared Polis Becomes the First Democratic Governor to Back Trump's School-Choice Plan.” You can find the full article here: https://www.nationalreview.com/2025/12/jared-polis-becomes-the-first-democratic-governor-to-back-trumps-school-choice-plan/. 5:30pm- Rich's BIG announcement: Beginning next week, The Rich Zeoli Show will take on a new form! The show will become a one-hour, nationally focused podcast which can be heard locally on 1210 WPHT from 6pm to 7pm! 5:40pm- Bill D'Agostino—Senior Research Analyst at Media Research Center—joins The Rich Zeoli Show to break down some of the worst moments from corporate media and Democrats. CNN argues that Nicolas Maduro **ONLY** exported 250 tons of cocaine and, consequently, shouldn't have been ousted.

Steve is joined by Brian Jodice, National Press Secretary for the American Federation for Children, to break down how school choice became a nationwide reality in 2025. They discuss major state victories, the new federal scholarship tax credit, and what this momentum could mean for kids in Michigan and across the country. Plus, why teachers' unions keep pushing politics while students fall further behind, and why empowering parents, not bureaucrats, is the real path forward.

The pending federal scholarship tax credit program will offer individuals up to $1,700 in tax credits if they donate to qualified student scholarship organizations. Students awarded scholarships can put them toward public or private school expenses like tuition, supplies or educational therapies.

A new episode of Casual Conversations is available now!In this episode, Pastor Scott Wade interviews Wendy Damron, CEO of Palmetto Promise Institute.   In today's conversation, Wendy shares with Pastor Scott the up and down story of Private School Choice funding in SC.  Visit PalmettoPromise.org and scschoolchoice.com for more information and to donate/get involved contact Wendy @wendy@palmettopromise.org

Still in Christmas mode BUT I do discuss the The School Choice law in Texas.

The news of Texas covered today includes:Our Lone Star story of the day: More about Governor Abbott's fight against CAIR and the Muslim Brotherhood in Texas: Texas governor says state will ‘purge' terror supporters after targeting Muslim groups Attorney General Ken Paxton Takes Legal Action in Lawsuit Involving the Terrorist Organization CAIR Paxton: Abbott order does not apply to local CAIR chapters Governor Abbott Sends Letter To U.S. Secretary Bessent Requesting Suspension of CAIR's Tax-Exempt Status Abbott Directs Texas DPS to Launch Criminal Investigations into CAIR, Muslim Brotherhood Our Lone Star story of the day is sponsored by Allied Compliance Services providing the best service in DOT, business and personal drug and alcohol testing since 1995.Melania Reigns as the Queen of Christmas, Trouncing Jill Biden and Michelle Obama in New Poll India launches Mildand-based AST SpaceMobile's sixth Bluebird satelliteStarlink added a million new customers in just the past monthListen on the radio, or station stream, at 5pm Central. Click for our radio and streaming affiliates.www.PrattonTexas.com

This week on The Learning Curve we're looking back on memorable episodes of 2025: In this episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts U-Arkansas Prof. Albert Cheng and Alisha Searcy interview Trish Schreiber, senior fellow in education at the Frontier Institute in Montana. Schreiber shares her journey from Silicon Valley to Montana and her passion for expanding educational opportunities. She discusses the impact of […]

On this episode, Matt and Jamison discuss the emerging federal school choice program, which is structured as a tax bill under the Treasury Department—not the Department of Education—and is projected to be a $25 billion annual initiative funded by private donations to Scholarship Granting Organizations (SGOs). The discussion centers on the crucial regulatory phase, where the Treasury Department is currently writing the program's rules and requesting public comments to determine participation criteria. The hosts also explore the political dynamics surrounding the federal program's requirement that governors must opt in annually, noting recent movements in Texas and Colorado. Finally, the efforts of the AACS office are detailed, including advocacy during the comment period and the establishment of the AACS Children's Scholarship Fund, anticipating the program's effective date for receiving donations starting January 1, 2027.Listeners are encouraged to leave comments about the program by clicking here.

In this episode of The Rural Voice Podcast, the conversation examines how school voucher and school choice policies affect rural communities. The hosts are joined by Dr. Preston Green, a nationally recognized scholar of education law, to explore why policies designed for large or urban districts can destabilize rural school systems. The discussion focuses on the realities of scale and context in rural education. In small, geographically dispersed districts, the loss of even a few students can lead to funding shortfalls, staffing cuts, consolidation, or school closures. The episode explores how voucher programs and charter expansion can redirect public funds without equivalent accountability, alter student rights and protections, and reduce meaningful educational options for rural families. A key feature of the conversation is Dr. Green's proposal for “education preserves,” a policy approach modeled on natural resources law that would limit or prohibit voucher and charter expansion in particularly vulnerable rural areas. The episode offers a data-informed, policy-focused discussion designed for rural educators, school board members, policymakers, and community leaders seeking a clearer understanding of what is at stake for rural schools and the communities they anchor. Guest Bio Dr. Preston Green is the John and Maria Neag (knee-ag) Professor of Urban Education at the University of Connecticut's Neag School of Education and a Professor of Educational Leadership and Law. He is an expert on charter schools, school vouchers, student rights, school desegregation, and school finance. Dr. Green has written five books and published extensively in law reviews and peer-reviewed education journals. His work has been featured in The New York Times, The Wall Street Journal, The Washington Post, and The Boston Globe. He earned his BA in Government from the University of Virginia and his JD and EdD from Columbia University.

Ted Dabrowski (Wirepoints co-founder & Republican candidate for Governor 2026) joins Pete Jansons and Joe Weiss to drop truth bombs: how to slash your property taxes, end the pension disaster, bring universal school vouchers, repeal SAFE-T Act, and stop Illinois families fleeing to Texas & Florida. Zero filter, all solutions.Key Moments:0:00 – Ted's father jumps communist ship to escape Poland9:49 – Why Ted is running for Governor17:31 – Illegal immigration driving up property taxes & rents20:04 – 850 school districts & insane superintendent salaries26:19 – Dolton superintendent makes $500k+ while kids can't read31:38 – Pension crisis explained like you're in a cab44:40 – Repeal SAFE-T Act, bring back cash bail, back the police54:47 – Universal school vouchers & why Democrats block them1:12:37 – Meet Ted NEXT Saturday Dec 20, 9–10:30am @ Duffers (free breakfast!)Support Ted's campaign:

In this week's episode of The Learning Curve, co-hosts U-Ark. Professor Albert Cheng and American Federation for Children's Shaka Mitchell speak with Erika Donalds, America First Policy Institute's Chair of Education Opportunity and Chair of the AFPI-Florida State Chapter. A nationally recognized education policy expert, Ms. Donalds shares the formative educational experiences that shaped her […]

The school choice movement is often seen as a modern, partisan undermining of a cherished institution: public education. Fighting for the Freedom to Learn shows that the struggle for educational freedom is not new but an enduring part of US history. It is rooted in traditions of parents and communities shaping how children learn and perpetual struggles for people without political power to get the education they believe they need.Join us to discuss this important new book! Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Plus, the political primary season is now in full swing with big changes on the North Texas scene, Frederick Haynes III filed Monday to run for Congress in District 30, an apparent murder/suicide in Fort Worth after police say a man and a woman were found dead following a welfare check, and more!

Neal McCluskey and James Shuls join the podcast to discuss their new book, which has a fantastic title: Fighting for the Freedom to Learn: Examining America's Centuries-Old School Choice Movement. We discuss the true origins of educational freedom, tackle the pernicious myths around school choice and segregation, and touch on the pivotal figures and organizations […]

Diane Ravitch, education historian, former research professor of education at New York University, blogger at dianeravitch.net and author of the recent book An Education: How I Changed My Mind About Schools and Almost Everything Else (Columbia University Press, 2025), talks about how she went from being an influential advocate for school choice and standardized testing to a promoter of public schools. 

An education advocate, who formerly supported school vouchers and charter schools, is now speaking in support of public education.On Today's Show:Diane Ravitch, education historian, former research professor of education at New York University, blogger at dianeravitch.net and author of the recent book An Education: How I Changed My Mind About Schools and Almost Everything Else (Columbia University Press, 2025), talks about the changes that led her to become a promoter of public schools.

In this insightful episode, host Todd Zipper sits down with Jeanne Allen, Founder and CEO of the Center for Education Reform (CER). Jeanne walks us through her three decades of relentless advocacy, tracing the evolution of education reform from the dawn of the charter school movement to today's rapidly accelerating landscape of school choice.They discuss the principles of the Yass Prize's STOP framework—finding providers who are Sustainable, Transformational, Outstanding, and Permissionless—and the monumental impact it has on scaling innovation. Jeanne unpacks the complexity of education funding, addressing criticisms of choice programs by revealing the opaque, century-old way government-run public education is funded. She also details the Parent Power Index, an initiative designed to hold state leaders accountable and truly empower parents with information on their education laws. Finally, they explore the critical need for civics education through the "Why America" initiative, the importance of foundational virtues and a moral compass in schooling, and the necessity of teacher autonomy as a means to increase student engagement and satisfaction.Don't miss this conversation on how we can accelerate the pace of change, put students first, and ensure a better future for education in America.

In this episode of Tough Questions, we ask, "How do we know school choice actually works?" Robert Enlow, President and CEO of EdChoice, goes over the research, general skepticisms, and real-world examples of choice working.

Young Voices senior contributor and EdChoice Director of Policy and Advocacy Ed Tarnowski joins Josh to celebrate some of this year's major school choice victories. They discuss why EdChoice views universal funding as the essential next step to making school choice a genuine option for all students. Josh and Ed also examine the risks that come with injecting more state funding into education markets, and how school choice advocates must stay vigilant and strategically navigate those challenges as more states move toward universal funding models.   Ed and Coyln's article in Education Next: Unleashing Education Freedom's True Potential - Education Next   Follow Ed on X, at Young Voices, and at EdChoice: https://x.com/edtarnowski?s=21&t=S8JoQpY3m4n6bFrTo8tLrg Ed Tarnowski Home - EdChoice  

In this episode, we discuss the rising backlash to last week's comments about Nick Fuentes, the distinction between personal judgment and deplatforming, and the broader question of what ideas belong in public discourse. We explore the failures of remedial education across major universities, the collapsing academic standards that allow students to advance without basic literacy and numeracy, and the systemic incentives that push institutions to “get students through” rather than educate them. We examine the roots of the public-school crisis, the role of property-tax funding, the constraints of unionized pay structures, and why market incentives and genuine school choice may be the only workable path forward. We also revisit lessons from the Soviet Union, grocery-store abundance, and what markets reveal about human flourishing in ways central planning never can. 00:00 Introduction and Overview 01:19 The Camino Story and Unexpected Love of Hiking 05:03 Walking Ancient Roman Roads with Modern Tech 07:50 Criticism, Free Speech, and the Nick Fuentes Debate 13:24 Where to Draw the Line on Platforming Extremists 14:49 The Difference Between Preference and Censorship 18:43 Foolishness of the Week: University of Arizona AI Prompting Class 20:13 College Remediation and the Math Skills Crisis 23:08 The Collapse of Writing Standards in Higher Education 24:31 Why Students Aren't Being Educated Before College 29:08 Public Schools, Property Taxes, and Unequal Outcomes 33:53 Why Money and Teacher Quality Don't Correlate 35:34 School Choice, Competition, and Market Incentives 37:02 Why Centralized Solutions Don't Work in Education 39:50 Markets, Feedback Loops, and Real Accountability 46:11 Closing Thoughts and Listener Send-Off 47:33 Aftershow: Khrushchev, Yeltsin, and the Grocery Store Lesson 53:51 The Power of Markets: Food, Abundance, and Freedom Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Send us a textIf you've ever wondered who should decide where a child learns, this conversation gets straight to the heart of that question. We sit down with Shaka Mitchell—education leader, attorney, and school choice advocate—to trace a journey from a working-class Long Island childhood and a small Catholic school to law school, DC policy work, and leading charter school growth in Tennessee. Along the way, we unpack what “school choice” actually means, how it functions across charters, magnets, vouchers, ESAs, and homeschooling, and why a clean framework—who pays, who provides, and who decides—clarifies the options for families.Support the showWe are thrilled about the global reach of this podcast; we currently have listeners in more than 650 cities across over 50 countries! We would be delighted to hear from our listeners, wherever you may be in the world. Send us a message on our dedicated Telegram channel: https://t.me/+23EKRv8eAWVlZDFh We are always looking for new guests to interview, so please pitch us your suggestions. If we end up interviewing them, we will recognize you on the show and send you some show swag. If you enjoyed this episode, please consider giving us a five-star rating and making a donation. Your generosity helps support our limited budget, enabling us to continue producing high-quality content. Click here to donate.

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – Tommy Schultz highlights growing nationwide support for school choice as new polling shows most voters—and especially parents—favor giving families access to education options. He explains how the federal tax credit program empowers states and citizens to fund scholarships through donations, making school choice a winning issue embraced by governors and backed across party lines...

Two Women Inspiring Real Life with Stephanie Coxon and Kathy Anderson-Martin – School choice empowers parents to select the best education for their children—whether charter, cyber, or homeschooling. It breaks cycles of poverty and opens doors to opportunity. Yet powerful interests and teachers' unions resist reform. Hear from PA Representative Marc Anderson on why funding should follow the child, not the system blocking...

Joel Penton, CEO of LifeWise Academy, joins Scot Bertram to explore how school choice is evolving from political polls to real-world impact. Penton discusses how LifeWise is helping families access quality education options that align with their values, the challenges parents face navigating public and private school systems, and why expanding school choice is crucial for America's students and communities.

In this episode Pastor josh McPherson is joined by Virginia delegate and homeschool dad Nick Freitas. They do a deep on education, parenting, and why responsibility for your child's formation can't be outsourced. They explain how university teacher training reframes classrooms through critical theory, why “salt & light” isn't a strategy for six-year-olds, and the real mechanics behind school boards, unions, zoning, and school choice.Most importantly: a one-generation plan that any family can start now. Plus humor, practical steps, and why the teen years can be the best years.Support the showThanks for listening! Go to www.StrongerManNation.com for more resources.

Jorge Elorza, former mayor of Providence, RI, and current leader of Democrats for Education Reform (DFER), is dislodging the “sticky” forces of the K–12 status quo, including the powerful teachers unions. He joins the podcast to discuss the policies and politics of DFER's education abundance agenda. Jorge also explains how the new Federal Scholarship Tax […]

On this episode of Anchored, Soren is joined by Joseph Magaña, Vice President of Policy and Advocacy at EdChoice and Leslie Hiner, Vice President of Legal Policy at EdChoice, leading their Legal Policy and Education Center. They unpack educational savings accounts, and the importance of parental accountability in the school choice movement. They talk about the Friedman Index as a resource that allows families to assess where and how school choice is best accommodated across the United States. They also explore homeschool families' perspectives and concerns regarding school choice. 

On this episode of The Federalist Radio Hour, Robert C. Enlow, president and CEO of EdChoice, joins Federalist Senior Elections Correspondent Matt Kittle to analyze the startling results of this year's Nation's Report Card and discuss why a one-size-fits-all school system will never work for America's children or the parents who care about the quality of the next generation's education.If you care about combating the corrupt media that continue to inflict devastating damage, please give a gift to help The Federalist do the real journalism America needs.  

Ricky Neaves, director of the Mississippi High School Activities Association said that the push for expanded "school choice" by Mississippi lawmakers could have a drastic impact on athletics and other programs in the state's public education system. He said improper "recruitment" of athletes already happens, even with his agency's oversight, but that universal school choice would exacerbate competition to lure athletes with ill effect on public schools, especially small, rural ones. Neaves said he hopes lawmakers leave MHSAA's eligibility authority intact if they expand school choice.

In this episode of Finding Freedom, John Odermatt interviews Shaka Mitchell, Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children, about the intersection of school choice, civil rights, and the future of education in America. They discuss how education reform can expand opportunity and strengthen communities, with a focus on empowering parents to choose the best educational path for their children. Shaka shares insights on the bipartisan history of school choice, the challenges families face in the current system, and the impact of funding and administration on educational outcomes. The conversation covers the competitive effects of school choice, recent legislative wins, and the role of technology and AI in shaping the future of learning. Shaka also highlights a new federal tax credit program that could make school choice accessible to more families nationwide. The episode wraps up with resources for listeners to learn more and get involved. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & Guest Welcome03:00 - Shaka Mitchell's Background07:30 - School Choice and Civil Rights15:00 - Funding, Administration, and Challenges25:00 - The Competitive Effects of School Choice35:00 - Technology, AI, and the Future of Education45:00 - New Federal Tax Credit Program50:00 - Final Thoughts & Resources We have a new show on Lions of Liberty! The PoliTicks Podcast! Be sure to subscribe to the standalone Politicks Podcast feed. This is the absolute best way to support the show! Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. And remember, they're all Blood Suckers! Subscribe to John's Finding Freedom Show solo feed to listen to “Pursuit of Freedom,” which is a new podcast series where John shares the highs and lows of his entrepreneurial journey. Listen and Subscribe on Apple Podcasts and Spotify. Follow the Lions of Liberty: Twitter Rumble YouTube Instagram Telegram Get access to all of our bonus audio content, livestreams, behind-the-scenes segments and more for as little as $5 per month by joining the Lions of Liberty Pride on Patreon OR support us on Locals! Check out our merchandise at the Lions of Liberty Store for all of our awesome t-shirts, mugs and hats! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

In this episode of The Truth with Lisa Boothe, Senator Dave McCormick joins Lisa to break down the latest government shutdown and the partisan gridlock driving it. McCormick calls out Democrat obstruction and highlights how President Trump’s decisive leadership helped secure the release of Israeli hostages and could pave the way toward peace in the Middle East and Ukraine. The conversation also tackles the growing threat of political violence, urging a return to civility and bipartisan respect. McCormick champions school choice as a cornerstone of new legislation, challenging Democrat governors to put students before politics. The Truth with Lisa Boothe is part of the Clay Travis & Buck Sexton Podcast Network - new episodes debut every Tuesday & Thursday. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

The Dean's List with Host Dean Bowen – Nebraska becomes the first state to join the federal school choice program, offering donors tax credits for supporting scholarship-granting organizations. Governor Jim Pillen says school choice empowers students, while teachers' unions push back. Despite strong voter support nationwide, North Carolina's governor vetoes a similar move, sparking renewed debate over education funding and...

In this episode of Finding Freedom, John Odermatt interviews Shaka Mitchell, Senior Fellow at the American Federation for Children, about the intersection of school choice, civil rights, and the future of education in America. They discuss how education reform can expand opportunity and strengthen communities, with a focus on empowering parents to choose the best educational path for their children. Shaka shares insights on the bipartisan history of school choice, the challenges families face in the current system, and the impact of funding and administration on educational outcomes. The conversation covers the competitive effects of school choice, recent legislative wins, and the role of technology and AI in shaping the future of learning. Shaka also highlights a new federal tax credit program that could make school choice accessible to more families nationwide. The episode wraps up with resources for listeners to learn more and get involved. Chapters: 00:00 - Introduction & Guest Welcome03:00 - Shaka Mitchell's Background07:30 - School Choice and Civil Rights15:00 - Funding, Administration, and Challenges25:00 - The Competitive Effects of School Choice35:00 - Technology, AI, and the Future of Education45:00 - New Federal Tax Credit Program50:00 - Final Thoughts & Resources