Public Education Unfiltered
By Educators. For Educators.
Public education is facing new challenges, and it’s time for real talk.
Public Education Unfiltered, hosted by public education expert Brian J. Stephens, goes beyond the headlines to tackle the biggest challenges facing public school districts— without the sugar coating.
Through raw, unfiltered conversations with superintendents, policymakers, and education reform leaders, this podcast breaks down the real issues affecting schools today, from chronic absenteeism and student recruitment to funding struggles and policy shifts. But this isn’t just talk— it’s about real-world solutions that help educators, administrators, and decision-makers take action.
If you care about the future of public education, this is the podcast you need to hear.
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Public Education Unfiltered
Latest Episodes
Why Are Satisfied Families Still Leaving?
In this special Q&A episode of Public Education Unfiltered, Brian answers listener questions about school choice, enrollment, and the challenges facing public school districts today.Drawing on his work with more than 100 pub...
Hartford's Superintendent on Leading Through Budget Challenges
What does it take to earn the largest funding increase in your district's history? Hartford Public Schools Superintendent Dr. Andraé Townsel joins Brian to reveal the leadership principles, difficult decisions, and "cheat code" that help...
2026 Texas School Choice Survey Webinar
Are Texas Parents Really Satisfied With Their Schools?In our newly released 2026 Texas Parent Survey, parents share what matters most when choosing a school, why many are considering other options, and how they really feel about school ...
