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The Education Exchange

Paul E. Peterson
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A weekly podcast highlighting education policy news, hosted by Paul E. Peterson, Senior editor of Education Next

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Marlon Marshall, the Chief Executive Officer of City Fund, joins Paul E. Peterson to discuss how City Fund and Bloomberg Philanthropies are committing $20 million to create new charter schools in connection with Historically Black Colleges and Univer... more

M. Danish Shakeel, a Professor and the director of the E. G. West Centre for Education Policy at The University of Buckingham, UK, joins Paul E. Peterson to Shakeel's latest research, which investigates achievement and inequality trends in the United... more

Emily Putnam-Hornstein, the John A. Tate Distinguished Professor for Children in Need at the School of Social Work at the University of North Carolina at Chapel Hill, joins Paul E. Peterson to discuss how funds are distributed to foster children in t... more

Vladimir Kogan, a Professor in the Department of Political Science at Ohio State University, joins Paul E. Peterson to discuss how voters handle school choice at the ballot box in the United States. "Voters Reject Vouchers—Again! What the defeat of p... more

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Recent Guests

Emily Putnam-Hornstein
Professor at the University of North Carolina, School of Social Work
University of North Carolina
Episode: Ep. 427 - Jan. 26, 2026 - You Think States Are Stealing Funds from Orphans? Think Again.
Aaron Smith
Director of Education Reform at the Reason Foundation
Reason Foundation
Episode: Ep. 425 - Jan. 12, 2025 - Teacher Salaries Cut, Even When Public Districts Have More Money
Dr. Daion Daniels
Director of Research at the Indiana Department of Education
Indiana Department of Education
Episode: Ep. 424 - Dec. 22, 2025 - Arkansas Offers a Look Under the Hood of its ESA Program
Joshua Goodman
Author and researcher from Boston University specializing in education policy
Boston University
Episode: Ep. 422 - Dec. 8, 2025 - Community Colleges Are Bearing the Brunt of Postsecondary Enrollment Declines
Derrell Bradford
President of 50Can, an organization advocating for school reform
50Can
Episode: Ep. 421 - Dec. 1, 2025 - “Charters Are in an Environment Rich with Opportunities”
Joseph Olchefske
Former Superintendent of Schools in Seattle and currently teaches at the School of Education at Johns Hopkins University.
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Ep. 420 - Nov. 24, 2025 - How Does Weighted Student Funding Work?
Rocco Testani
Partner and co-head of Global Litigation at Eversheds Sutherland Law Firm
Eversheds Sutherland Law Firm
Episode: Ep. 419 - Nov. 17, 2025 - Does the U.S. Department of Education Help Student Achievement?
Thiru Vignarajah
A nationally recognized trial lawyer and former Deputy Attorney General for Maryland
Episode: Ep. 418 - Nov. 10, 2025 - The Future of the Federal Role in Education
Vlad Kogan
Professor of political science at Ohio State University
Ohio State University
Episode: Ep. 417 - Nov. 3, 2025 - Who Are Schools Really For?

Host

Paul E. Peterson
Director of the Program on Education Policy and Governance at Harvard University and Senior Editor at Education Next, Paul E. Peterson brings a wealth of knowledge and expertise in education policy and governance to the discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 36 ratings
  • Episode 342

    The first problematic episode.

    No conversation about parenting & family life. Solutions for children begins with and must be centered on parents & family.

    Equality should be the goal not equity.

    Capitalism has been the driver to lift people around the world out of poverty.

    The best way to help children is regain a focus and value on core academic curriculum (think reading, history & arithmetic).

    SEL is a distraction & diversion whose increase in schools & after school government funded pr... more

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    Just came across this podcast. I think it’s pretty interesting thank you.

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Ep. 426 - Jan. 20, 2026 - Private-School Choice Loses When Voters Asked to Decide
Q: Why is there consistent rejection of private school choice by voters?
Voters tend to support public schools due to self-interest related to community ties and property values.
Ep. 425 - Jan. 12, 2025 - Teacher Salaries Cut, Even When Public Districts Have More Money
Q: So why haven't teacher unions protected teacher salaries?
Aaron suggests that unions may have incentives to support increased hiring instead of focusing solely on teacher salaries.
Ep. 425 - Jan. 12, 2025 - Teacher Salaries Cut, Even When Public Districts Have More Money
Q: How about inflation? Isn't this just due to inflation?
Aaron clarifies that the numbers in their report are adjusted for inflation, showing real funding increases despite inflation.
Ep. 425 - Jan. 12, 2025 - Teacher Salaries Cut, Even When Public Districts Have More Money
Q: Why is spending on US students now reaching nearly a trillion dollars a year?
Aaron explains it results from several factors, including structural issues in K-12 education and a surge in non-teaching staff, with funding increased significantly over decades.
Ep. 424 - Dec. 22, 2025 - Arkansas Offers a Look Under the Hood of its ESA Program
Q: What criticisms exist about the ESA program in Arkansas?
Critics argue that it primarily benefits middle and upper-middle-class families, limiting access for those in greater need, and there are current discussions about restricting the use of funds for sports activities.

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This educational podcast examines pressing issues in education policy with a focus on reforms, accountability, and the interplay between legislation and educational outcomes. Episodes regularly feature insights from a diverse range of experts, including researchers, policymakers, and educators, discussing topics such as Education Savings Accounts, charter schools, and strategies to improve college enrollment and retention, particularly in community colleges. The discussions are often grounded in empirical research and case studies, providing a thorough understanding of current trends and challenges in the education sector.

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2. Aaron Smith
3. Dr. Daion Daniels
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5. Derrell Bradford
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