4 chapters across the catalog
Teacher Feedback, Analog Clocks, Education System
A public school teacher from Missouri writes in to clarify that analog clocks are still taught in elementary schools, but students lack practice at home. The hosts discuss the general decline in skills like reading clocks and giving change, attributing the issue to the broader education system and the prevalence of digital devices.
A public school teacher from Austin expressed intense frustration during a social gathering regarding the Texas heartbeat bill and its intersection with gun rights and voting laws. The discussion highlights the emotional toll on educators in Texas who feel targeted by recent legislative actions.
Homeschooling Trends, Portland Protests, Teacher Perspectives
A discussion on the rise of "homeschooling pods" due to COVID-19 school closures highlights the divide between privileged families and low-income households who rely on schools for childcare and food. A "boots on the ground" report from Portland describes the nightly stalemate between federal agents and protesters at the courthouse. The hosts debate the effectiveness of remote learning and the role of teachers' unions.
Final Donor Thank-Yous, Birthday Shout-outs, Show Wrap
The hosts conclude the donation segment with thanks to Doug Harvey, Herb Lamb, and various ham radio enthusiasts. They read a letter from a French teacher in Oklahoma about the state's low teacher pay. The segment ends with birthday wishes for listeners and a preview of the upcoming Grammy Awards, which the hosts expect to be highly political.
