School Choice and Public Funding: A Discussion with a Texas Educator

Duration: 1:13:21 | Recorded on March 15, 2025S2E11 - Today the brothers present a nuanced discussion with the podcast's first guest, a public school athletic administrator in Texas. The conversation centers around the complex topic of school choice and public education funding. Key points of contention and exploration include the merits and drawbacks of school voucher programs, particularly their potential impact on equity and the financial stability of public schools. The three also delve into the challenges of assessing school performance and the role of accountability in both public and private educational institutions, revealing diverse perspectives and concerns about the future of education in their respective states.Show NotesFeatured Bourbons: Booker's Bourbon, and Single Barrel 1792Featured Rum: Cruzan® Hurricane Proof Aged RumTexas bill that lets families use tax dollars for private schools swiftly sails through SenateVoucher bills want to prioritize low-income families and be open to all students. Those goals might be at odds.School Vouchers 101