Tim and Johnny are joined by Dr. Carol Deas-Lopez to talk about the human cost of the student debt crisis. She speaks with listeners and tries to impart an important message around the predicament millions of Americans find themselves in - You are not alone, and we are going to work tirelessly to fix this broken lending system.

Tim and Johnny are joined by Lisa Ansell, associate director of the Casden institute at USC to discuss the crisis surrounding student debt in America. With borrowers having paid more than their principal amount borrowed finding that they STILL owe more than the principal amount, it's time we seriously consider how to stop this avalanche of insurmountable debt.

Dr. Slekar is joined by Alan Collinge with Student Loan Justice to talk about growing support gathering behind student loan forgiveness. This topic has been gathering steam for the last few years, and our listeners intend to prove it.

Dr. Tim Slekar is joined by William Horne. William is a teacher, writer, editor, and historian of racial capitalism. He joins the show to discuss startling developments in Florida's war against free and true education.

Is it learning loss, or is it us that have lost the plot on what teachers and learners need?

Tim and Johnny are joined by teacher apprentice Heather Fracker about her journey so far. Apprenticeship programs like this are underutilized, how can we utilize tools like this to empower teachers and learners everywhere?

Tim Slekar is joined by Teacher Hallie to speak plainly about the state of classroom life for both teachers and learners - the game has changed, and it's time to take stock of our situation.

In the wake of another deadly shooting in Nashville, TN, Tim and Johnny frankly discuss the mire of gun violence in America. As of March 27, 2023, there have been 13 school shootings resulting in serious injury and deaths. When is enough, enough?

Tim and Johnny take a moment to appreciate guests and the things they've taught us so far this year, and take your calls about what is important to you!

Tim and Johnny are joined by former Assistant Secretary of Education under George H.W. Bush Diane Ravitch to discuss a calculated, organized attack on our nation's public education system - and by extension, democracy itself.