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
The Most Dangerous Phrase in Leadership
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"That's the way we've always done it."
It sounds harmless, but it may be the biggest barrier to growth. In this episode, Brian explores why our brains resist change, how status quo bias keeps us stuck, and why lasting transformation comes from discipline and habits, not motivation. If you're trying to lead change, challenge old assumptions, or prepare for the future, this conversation is for you.
