From Classroom to Newsroom
Latest Episodes
Episode 52: Drew Daniel
The scholarly metalhead discusses the propriety of taking explicitly political positions in the classroom.
Episode 51: Rep. John Yarmuth
Kentucky's only Democratic Congressman shares his thoughts on the necessity of teaching critical thinking skills, the state of journalism today, and impeachment.
Episode 50: Christopher Emdin
The Columbia professor and NYT bestselling author talks about three types of teacher critics (elevators, haters, and suckers) and much more.
Episode 49: Stephen George
LPM's president discusses "The Pope's Long Con," the need to highlight youth voices, the future of LPM, and much more.
Episode 48: Dawne Gee
Did you know that Dawne Gee worked as a stand-up comedian? Hear how she got her start in comedy, plus her opinions about modern journalism, "fake news" and much more.
Episode 47: Kate Howard at Third Thursday
On this episode, hear Kate Howard of KyCIR discuss the Center's work at a Third Thursday luncheon sponsored by the Fellowship of Reconciliation.
Episode 46: Liz Schlemmer
Topics include charter schools, vouchers, the 2019 Kentucky General Assembly, and the strengths of radio journalism.
Episode 45: Geneva Stark
Dr. Stark discusses media images of black and brown youth, the need for professional development, equality versus equity, and much more.
Episode 44: Teacher Movies
Kris Abplanalp and Tracy Heightchew join the show to discuss tropes in three teacher movies, including and especially the "white savior" trope.
Episode 43: Mike Trautmann
Current JCPS superintendent Dr. Marty Pollio discusses trauma, suicide prevention, Senate Bill 250, school start times, the student assignment plan, and more.