Education Policy
Discover key takeaways from 24 podcast episodes about this topic.

PBS News Hour full episode, June 29, 2026
The U.S. Supreme Court issued landmark rulings expanding presidential power over independent agencies while upholding Federal Reserve independence and privacy protections for cell phone data, as Texas mandated Bible passages in public schools and a new report highlighted the precarious status of DACA recipients.

Newsom’s Billionaire Tax, Iran War Escalates & Israel Acknowledges Genocide | PBD Podcast #825
This episode dissects California Governor Gavin Newsom's proposed national wealth tax, the economic impact of a $25 minimum wage, the controversial 'Citizen Vigilante' movie, and the political landscape shaped by socialist movements and corporate 'wokeness'.

PBS News Hour full episode, June 26, 2026
This episode unpacks Venezuela's post-earthquake humanitarian crisis, Ohio's economic concerns over migrant status changes, Los Angeles's bold screen time limits for students, and the WNBA's struggle with officiating and cultural narratives surrounding its new star.

Trump MELTS DOWN As Republican Bill BREAKS DOWN
Donald Trump's erratic actions, including sabotaging a bipartisan housing bill and pushing a controversial voting act, highlight deep divisions within the Republican Party, while recent Democratic primary wins in New York reveal a growing anti-establishment sentiment and a leftward shift on key issues.

Disney Exec Phone Call Details Revealed & the Next Threat to Conservatives | Ron DeSantis
Florida Governor Ron DeSantis details his aggressive governance strategy, from property tax reform and managing population growth to his high-stakes battle with Disney and broader efforts to 'recapture ground' from the left.

NAACP Sues Over TN Map. Trump 'Loves' Inflation. DOJ Targets Black Programs.
This episode exposes a multi-front assault on Black America, from voting rights and economic opportunities to healthcare access and educational initiatives, underscored by political hypocrisy and systemic racial bias.

When He Swore an Oath, It Wasn’t to a Political Party. (w/ Seth Bodnar) | How to Fix It
Seth Bodnar, an independent US Senate candidate from Montana, outlines his strategy to break political gridlock by forming an independent bloc in the Senate and addressing critical issues like housing, healthcare, and foreign policy through a mission-focused approach.

LIVE: Jon Ossoff Holds MAJOR RALLY…in Atlanta!!
Georgia Democratic leaders Keisha Lance Bottoms and Jon Ossoff rallied supporters in Atlanta, emphasizing their commitment to expanding healthcare, lowering costs, protecting voting rights, and combating political corruption ahead of upcoming elections.

Alabama GOP Pushes Black District Cut. Paxton Wins Texas GOP Battle. Clarence B. Jones Honored.
This episode exposes a concerted effort to dismantle Black political power and economic progress through redistricting, legislative changes, and targeted misinformation, while also reflecting on the radical economic and anti-war stances that made Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. a 'dangerous' figure.

LIVE: Trump SCANDAL ERUPTS on Capitol Hill…
Donald Trump's alleged IRS settlement creates a $1.8 billion fund for January 6 rioters and grants his family audit immunity, while his extensive stock trading raises corruption concerns, and Maine Senate candidate Graham Platner outlines an unconventional, community-driven campaign against Susan Collins.

From Bunker Hill to Normandy, JD Vance Is Wrong About America (w/ Rep. Auchincloss) | How to Fix It
Congressman Jake Auchincloss advocates for a 'patriotic radical center' within the Democratic Party, proposing bold policy solutions for housing, education, and taxation, funded by taxing big tech, while critiquing the current administration's strategic missteps with China and Iran.

Trump Started a War With No Allies, No Vote, and No Exit Strategy (w/ Seth Moulton) | How to Fix It
Congressman Seth Moulton critiques the current state of US politics and foreign policy, particularly Trump's handling of Iran and China, while proposing a progressive Democratic agenda focused on age limits, term limits, and core human rights like housing, healthcare, and education.

Republicans are FED UP with Trump and Vance Ahead of Midterms
This episode dissects the chaotic state of the Trump administration's foreign policy, the Republican Party's self-sabotaging economic messaging, and the internal battles over future leadership and gerrymandering, alongside an interview with California gubernatorial candidate Tommy Styer on the state's affordability crisis.

Saudis Turn On Trump; DCCC Meddles In California w/ Mohammad Ali Shabani, Randy Villegas | MR Live
Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states are re-evaluating their alliances and security commitments with the US under Trump, while a progressive candidate in California faces DCCC opposition despite strong grassroots support.

LIVE: Trump INSTANTLY BACKTRACKS after FAKE IRAN DEAL
Despite claims of an 'Iran deal' and 'holding all the cards,' the hosts argue that Trump's chaotic foreign policy and domestic political maneuvers reveal a lack of coherent strategy, leading to economic instability and internal party struggles.

Trump’s BIZARRE Response to Assassination Attempt
This episode dissects Donald Trump's bizarre and politically opportunistic reactions to an assassination attempt, the subsequent conspiratorial discourse, and features an in-depth interview with California gubernatorial candidate Katie Porter on her policy proposals and political strategy.

Diaspora Wars Erupt. Trump's War on Truth Escalates | #TheOtherSideOfChange
This episode dissects the divisive 'diaspora wars' within the Black community and the alarming political attacks on education, framing both as calculated strategies to disempower and control.

SAVE Act Scam Exposed. Clyburn House Bid. Black Woman Dragged From Car. Trump Targets Haitians
Roland Martin and guests expose the voter suppression tactics embedded in the SAVE Act, debate the value of seniority versus youth in Congress, and detail Trump's attempts to rename the Kennedy Center and dismantle DEI initiatives.

SAVE Act Scam Exposed. Clyburn House Bid. Black Woman Dragged From Car. Trump Targets Haitians
Roland Martin and guests expose the multi-faceted Republican strategy to suppress votes and dismantle cultural institutions, highlighting the critical role of experienced leadership and the urgent need for voter mobilization.

Anti-Trump Smoothie Shop Employees Fired. Deaf Black Woman's $1.2M Settlement. Bondi Subpoenaed
This episode unpacks critical news from a $1.2M police settlement and a Smoothie King employee firing, to essential crisis planning for Black-owned businesses and a guide for non-technical app development.

U.S. Joins Israel in Iran Strike. Texas Primary Showdown. SAVE Plan Survives Lawsuit
This episode dissects the US-Israel strike on Iran, the critical Texas primary, and the legal status of the SAVE student loan plan, while emphasizing the urgent need for Black communities to own and profit from their cultural output.

🚨 TRUMP DROPPED A F*CKING NUKE 😂😂😂
The host declares Trump's State of the Union address a 'checkmate maneuver' that exposed Democrats as 'traitors' for prioritizing illegal aliens, leading to a significant shift in public opinion and calls for aggressive anti-immigration policies.

Nation honors Rev. Jackson. Chicago pays $5.7M to family raided, Brian McKnight sues Rickey Smiley
This episode covers the national remembrance of Rev. Jesse Jackson Sr., a significant $5.7 million police misconduct settlement in Chicago, critical threats to the social work profession, a Congressman's protest against racism, and an interview with "Poetry Queen" Ryan Jenkins.

Nation honors Rev. Jackson. Chicago pays $5.7M to family raided, Brian McKnight sues Rickey Smiley
This episode covers major civil rights and social justice issues, from a significant police misconduct settlement in Chicago to a national crisis impacting social work funding and a congressman's protest against racial slurs.