This week on "Point of Disorder," we celebrate Teacher Appreciation Week by diving deep into the heart of America's educational debates. Join us as we sit down with Dr. Mitch Robinson, a key figure from our State Board of Education, to discuss the crucial role of public education in today's society. We'll unpack the contentious world of charter schools and their impact on our educational system, and take a critical look at standardized testing. Plus, we explore why certain political figures, like Donald Trump, express appreciation for "the poorly educated," and we'll reveal Betsy DeVos's vision of an ideal school day—which, hint, includes surprisingly little actual schooling. Tune in to honor our educators and gain insight into the complex landscape of American education.

Buckle up for a wild ride as we spill the tea on our escapades inside a Trump rally in Freeland, Michigan. From MAGA gear galore to fiery rhetoric, we dish on the sights, sounds, and characters that colored our experience.

Get ready for a no-holds-barred discussion as we dish on our encounters with die-hard supporters, dissect the rally vibes, and serve up our unfiltered takeaways. Tea is spilled. 

This week, we're unpacking the latest Michigan GOP racism scandal—yet another episode in a series that seems to have no end. We’ll break down the details and what this means for local politics. Plus, we sit down with a key figure in the recent designation of Moms for Liberty as an extremist group. Hear firsthand from one of the women who spearheaded the campaign, exploring the motivations behind the label and the broader fight against extremism in Michigan. Tune in as we explore the tactics, the controversies, and the ongoing battle against extremism right here in Michigan.

We tackle separation of church and state in this episode, taking you right to the frontline: an abortion clinic, surrounded by religious protesters. Plus we snagged Pastor Barry Randolph from Detroit's Church of the Messiah to spill the tea on how the far right is twisting Christianity into a political weapon. What would Jesus do? More like, what wouldn’t he do? Join us as we dissect and debate. 

Pastor Barry Randolph is a community leader and the dynamic force behind the Church of the Messiah in Detroit. Known for his outspoken views and commitment to social justice, Pastor Randolph brings a unique and powerful perspective to today's pressing issues.

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• Church of the Messiah: Visit Website
• Join Pastor Randolph for "Silence the Violence" on June 15th, an initiative aimed at eradicating gun violence in the community.

In this episode, discover how climate deniers are disrupting rural Michigan's progress in renewable energy, fueled by none other than right-wing talking points. And don't miss our hot take and MAGA of the week—the Police Officers Associationof Michigan and their not-so-surprising, yet ironic endorsement of Trump.

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In this episode, we dive into the art of impactful messaging with election forecaster and political strategist Rachel Bitecofer. In a world dominated by sound bites and shrinking attention spans she shows us how to get our point across. We'll also dish the dirt on that state rep who became a national joke overnight. Yep, the one who cried 'invasion' over NCAA basketball players, turning the spotlight into a glare of notoriety. Get ready to learn how to keep your words tasty and your message meaty, without overcooking it and ending up roasted on the public stage. 

In this special episode, we delve into the tipped wage turmoil, talking with an expert about the push for fair pay in the service sector. But it's not all serious business; we also dish out the dirt on the funniest political feuds

In this episode an undocumented activist tells us tales from the frontlines and we ask ourselves, “where is the humanity,” we talk about the Trumpification of the RNC and we recount the hilarious saga of one high profile MAGA’s epic fail at trolling us on Facebook with a fake account.

In this episode of Point of Disorder, we kick things off by lamenting our podcast's tragic financial prospects, which somehow leads us to to infiltrating a job interview with a group that’s too far-right for even Google Maps. Our special guest, TikTok’s own spreadsheet enthusiast, Nick Powers, dives into the  grim reality of not so equal pay, states or parties.  Meanwhile, Michigan did something very right with passing Prop 3, but don’t get too comfy—a federal abortion ban might just rain on this parade. Finally a serving of Macomb County school board shenanigans, because who doesn’t love a side of absurdity with their socio-political discourse? Buckle up; it’s going to be a bumpy, albeit comical, ride.

Content Warning: Mature sexual material and rape is discussed.

In this episode of the Point of Disorder podcast, the hosts gleefully tear apart the fabric of far-right hypocrisy with the precision of a surgeon on a caffeine binge, dissecting everything from awkward cheerleader dances at Mar-a-Lago to Taylor Swift's apparent terrorizing of MAGA supporters. Plus, we name our first ever "Loser of Lansing". Between the snarky commentary on family values and the endless supply of political scandals, it's a wonder anyone has time to actually govern. Listener discretion is advised.