BustED Pencils

May 17 2024

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BustED Pencils; Fully Leaded Education Talk is a powerful radio show/podcast dedicated to public education. BustED Pencils is known for its commitment to the hard facts with a humorous twist. Hosts Dr. Tim Slekar and Dr. Johnny Lupinacci cover the “real” issues in education. The show establishes an alternative space and discusses education reform from an entirely progressive perspective. Our approach is funny, edgy, passionate, witty and gritty and features an array of guests. BustED Pencils explores the political and commercial influences behind education policy. We deliver trending education news without the jargon, and most importantly, we promote a vision of public schools that all children deserve. BustED Pencils appeals to ”your neighbor”—parents, grandparents, guardians, teachers, policymakers, taxpayers and students alike. Listen Live: 6:00 pm - 7:00 pm Monday Tuesday Wednesday Thursday Friday

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What Kind of Educator are YOU?

May 17 2024 45 mins

The birth of knowing- what education really means. In the weekly wrap-up, Tim and Johnny wrestle again with how to use powerful tools like AI in the classroom for good and what to do when curriculum mandates get in the way of real learning opportunities.

Artificial Intelligence- Artificial, or Intelligent?

A conversation with Aaron Makelky on the pros and cons of using AI in the classroom. Is it a powerful tool that we should be teaching students to harness for good? Or is it a dangerous cesspool for nothing better than cheating?

Educator Wellness, Not Just Performance

With insights from teachers Hallie and Joanna, the conversation delves deep into the realities of the teaching profession, exploring the struggles of maintaining balance and wellness in a demanding educational environment. They address the pressing need for a shift in how well-being is integrated within schools, arguing for a system that supports both teachers and students holistic

Let’s Get Real!

May 14 2024 45 mins

Its just Johnny, Tim, and the latest hits in education news, namely the so-called 'science' of reading.

Getting Assessments Right

May 13 2024 45 mins

It's almost like putting the tests ahead of the students was a bad idea... Join Dr. Johnny on a solo show with guest Dr. Amanda Fraiser as they discuss the wide differences between the charter school conundrum from Wisconsin to Tennessee to Washington. Dr. Amanda Fraiser is a well-published researcher who has been in and out of classrooms her whole career. She is currently an Assis

Reflecting on Schools Shootings. Again.

May 08 2024 45 mins

Dr. Tim Slekar and Dr. Johnny Lupinacci, along with guest Teacher Hallie, dive into the profound impact of educators during Teacher Appreciation Week. They share personal anecdotes and heartfelt tributes to teachers who have significantly influenced their lives, underscoring the transformative power of education. The conversation extends beyond mere appreciation as they critically

Slaying Goliath with Dr. Diane Ravitch

May 08 2024 45 mins

Continuing Teacher Appreciation Week, Dr. Tim and Dr. Johnny are excited to welcome Dr. Diane Ravitch to the program! She is an esteemed educator and education historian, and you can check out her books at dianeravitch.com. She talks with Tim and Johnny about the effect of the COVID-19 pandemic on education. In 2020, she published her book Slaying Goliath, and its message is as imp

Moms and Grads!

Bust-ed Pencils is glad to break up your Monday monotony by bringing you TWO excellent guests! You know her as "Matt Damon's Mom" but we get to call her Nancy Carlsson Paige - she joins us to discuss all that's happening in her wild world. Plus, Alex Bohr of the University of Michigan's 'Grow Your Own (GYO)' Grant Program joins us to discuss how his experience receiving the needed

Weekly Best of Busted Pencils for May 4

May 04 2024 45 mins

Back in The Saddle!

May 02 2024 45 mins

In this insightful episode of "Busted Pencils," hosts Dr. Tim Slekar and Dr. Johnny Lupinacci delve into urgent discussions around Title IX, campus safety, and the evolving educational landscape. Recorded amidst a backdrop of significant societal shifts, they unpack the layered issues impacting LGBTQ+ students and explore the intersections of policy, public sentiment, and student a