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The Education Exchange

Paul E. Peterson
Education Policy
Charter Schools
School Choice
Education Savings Accounts
Covid-19
National Assessment Of Educational Progress
Homeschooling
Covid-19 Pandemic
Teacher Unions
School Vouchers
Private Schools
K-12 Education
Trump Administration
Learning Loss
School Boards
Federal Funding
Education Reform
ESSER Funds
Teachers Union
Chronic Absenteeism

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

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Jim Blew, advisor to the Federal Scholarship Tax Credit Coaltion, joins Paul E. Peterson to discuss joins Paul E. Peterson to discuss the new Federal Scholarship Tax Credit law, scheduled to go into effect in January 2027.

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Dan Weisberg, Chief Program and Policy Officer at the Wallace Foundation and former deputy chancellor of New York City Public Schools, joins Paul E. Peterson to discuss joins Paul E. Peterson to discuss how AI is being regulated in schools, and how t... more

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Steven Wilson, a Senior Fellow at the Pioneer Institute for Public Policy Research, joins Paul E. Peterson to discuss Nikole Hannah-Jones' recent essay, in which she wrestles with her decision to send her daughter to an under-performing public school... more

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Michael Kirst, professor emeritus of education at Stanford University, joins Paul E. Peterson to discuss a recently passed law that gives California's governor more power over education in the state.

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Recent Guests

Jim Blew
Former Assistant Secretary of Education for Policy; head of the Education Tax Credit Coalition
Federal Tax Scholarship Coalition
Episode: Ep. 464 - Oct. 19, 2026 - Federal K–12 Scholarships Will Soon Be Available to American Families
Dan Weisberg
Chief Policy Officer for Educational Leadership, Wallace Foundation
Wallace Foundation
Episode: Ep. 463 - Oct. 13, 2026 - Don’t Ban AI in Schools
Steven Wilson
Founder of Ascend Learning; senior fellow at The Pioneer Institute; author of The Lost Decade
Ascend Learning; Pioneer Institute
Episode: Ep. 462 - Oct. 5, 2026 - “1619 Project” Creator Failed to Use Power and Privilege to Promote Choice
Michael Kirsten
Emeritus professor at Stanford University, former president of the California Board of Education and driver of governance reform
Stanford University; California Education Governance Reform
Episode: Ep. 461 - Sept. 21, 2026 - California Eyes a Big Change in School Governance
Angela Watson
Associate Professor of Education at Johns Hopkins University; Director of the Homeschooling Research Lab
Johns Hopkins University
Episode: Ep. 460 - Sept. 14, 2026 - Can Microschoolers, Homeschoolers Receive Federal Tax Credit Scholarships? It’s Complicated.
Daniel Hamlin
Dean of the School of Education, University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: Ep. 459 - Sept. 8, 2026 - The Little School Sector That Roared
Mike Miles
Superintendent of the Houston Independent School District
Houston ISD
Episode: Ep. 458 - Aug. 31, 2026 - Houston Adopts Reforms to Raise Proficiency, Close Achievement Gaps
Paul DiPerna
Vice President for Research and Innovation at EdChoice
EdChoice
Episode: Ep. 457 - Aug. 24, 2026 - New Survey Shows Public Support for School Choice, ESAs, Vouchers
Ian Rowe
Senior Fellow at the American Enterprise Institute
American Enterprise Institute
Episode: Ep. 456 - Aug. 17, 2026 - What Intact Families Tell Us About Student Outcomes

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Paul E. Peterson
Host of The Education Exchange; senior editor at Education Next; director of the Program on Education Policy and Governance (PEPG) at Harvard University, with deep involvement in education policy research and reform discussions.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 37 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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    United States2 years ago
  • Just came across.

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

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    jaiden.cjones
    Canada6 years ago

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Balanced coverage with strong data-driven analysis, but some listeners want more nuanced parenting/family life discussion.
Clear, evidence-based discussions; excellent for policymakers and researchers.
Some episodes seem to lean toward policy wonkery—great for experts, less accessible for casual listeners.

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Ep. 464 - Oct. 19, 2026 - Federal K–12 Scholarships Will Soon Be Available to American Families
Q: How does the dollar-for-dollar credit work in practice?
Individuals can contribute up to $1,700 for single filers or $3,400 for married couples, through payroll or cash contributions, with the money going to an SGO rather than the federal government, leaving the taxpayer with no net cost.
Ep. 464 - Oct. 19, 2026 - Federal K–12 Scholarships Will Soon Be Available to American Families
Q: What is the main purpose of the new federal tax program?
The main purpose is to create scholarships for K-12 students across various schooling environments by allowing individuals to redirect a portion of their tax liability to scholarship granting organizations that distribute funds to students.
Ep. 462 - Oct. 5, 2026 - “1619 Project” Creator Failed to Use Power and Privilege to Promote Choice
Q: Stelen, should Hannah-Jones have sent her child to a charter school?
Steven argues that yes, given the options, a high-performing urban charter school could have provided a more rigorous education for her child, though the broader point is the need for equitable access to such options and for schools to maintain high standards across the board.
Ep. 461 - Sept. 21, 2026 - California Eyes a Big Change in School Governance
Q: In your view, who is going to be in charge after the reform takes effect in 2027?
The commissioner of education will be the key executive, with the governor appointing the board and the commissioner exercising day-to-day leadership; this should streamline policy implementation and accountability.
Ep. 461 - Sept. 21, 2026 - California Eyes a Big Change in School Governance
Q: So Michael, thank you for joining me on the Education Exchange.
It's a pleasure.

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A thoughtful look at education policy through data-driven analysis and expert interviews. The show frequently covers school choice, public and charter education, governance, and broader systemic reform, often anchored by empirical studies, polls, and policy history. Noteworthy is the frequent involvement of high-profile researchers and policymakers, the blend of historic context with current reform debates, and a willingness to probe controversial topics with nuance. Potential listeners include policy professionals, educators, researchers, and advocates seeking evidence-based insights and real-world implications for schools and families.

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1. Jim Blew
2. Dan Weisberg
3. Steven Wilson
4. Michael Kirsten
5. Angela Watson
6. Daniel Hamlin
7. Mike Miles
8. Paul DiPerna

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