Best Jed Feder Podcasts (2025)

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Vol 28 - Breaking Down The New Federal School Choice Program With Shaka Mitchell 59:16

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Is a massive federal tax credit about to transform American education? 🎓 Join Jed Wallace and Andy Rotherham as they dive deep with Shaka Mitchell from the American Federation for Children into what could be the most significant school choice development in years. This isn't your typical education policy discussion – it's about a "seismic" shift th…

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Vol 27 - Navigating "The Lost Decade" with Steven Wilson 1:05:33

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Recorded live at the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools’ annual conference in Orlando, this special episode of WonkyFolk features a candid and thought-provoking interview with education leader and author Steven Wilson. Hosts Andy Rotherham and Jed Wallace sit down with Steven to unpack his latest book, The Lost Decade, and explore what it…

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Vol 26 - SCOTUS Punts 52:11

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On this episode of WonkyFolk, Andy Rotherham and Jed Wallace dig into the surprising 4-4 split from the U.S. Supreme Court on the controversial St. Isidore religious charter school case—and what it means for the future of public education, church-state boundaries, and the charter movement. They also explore big-picture trends reshaping education, f…

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24 Karat Goldfish Episode 5: The Wet Gala, Part 2 21:50

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In the season 2 finale, will Yellowfin be able to keep his head below water and save the day? • Written and created by Matt Deitchman and Jed Feder. Episode 5 features Jed Feder, Jonathan Butler-Duplessis, Tiffany Tatreau, Julia Wheeler Lennon, Brandon Springman, Nathaniel Stampley, Nathaniel, Matt Deitchman, Emily Berman, Michelle Lauto, and Yando…

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24 Karat Goldfish Episode 4: The Wet Gala, Part 1 18:12

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Our team is headed to the Wet Gala to attempt the biggest heist the ocean has ever seen... • Written and created by Matt Deitchman and Jed Feder. Episode 4 features Jed Feder, Jonathan Butler-Duplessis, Tiffany Tatreau, Julia Wheeler Lennon, Brandon Springman, Samantha Pauly, Nathaniel Stampley, Nathaniel, Matt Deitchman, Hannah Kahn, Mike Nappi, M…

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24 Karat Goldfish Episode 3: Ocean's Six 20:13

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Yellowfin Grouper, P.I., Jumbo the Shrimp, and Sting Ray finish gathering the members of their crew... • Written and created by Matt Deitchman and Jed Feder. Episode 3 features Jed Feder, Jonathan Butler-Duplessis, Tiffany Tatreau, Julia Wheeler Lennon, Brandon Springman, Nathaniel Stampley, Nathaniel, and Matt Deitchman. More at YellowfinGrouperPI…

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24 Karat Goldfish Episode 2: Sting Operation 20:54

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Yellowfin Grouper, P.I. and Jumbo the Shrimp dive in undercover with Sting Ray... • Written and created by Matt Deitchman and Jed Feder. Episode 2 features Jed Feder, Jonathan Butler-Duplessis, Julia Wheeler Lennon, Nathaniel Stampley, Nathaniel, Brandon Springman, Matt Deitchman, Michelle Lauto, Yando Lopez, and Maggie Scrantom. More at YellowfinG…

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24 Karat Goldfish Episode 1: Dive Another Day 11:12

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Yellowfin Grouper P.I. and Jumbo the Shrimp are at it again in the season 2 premiere! • Written and created by Matt Deitchman and Jed Feder. Episode 1 features Jed Feder, Jonathan Butler-Duplessis, Nathaniel Stampley, Nathaniel, Tiffany Tatreau, Brandon Springman, Matt Deitchman, Michelle Lauto, Yando Lopez, and Mike Nappi. More at YellowfinGrouper…

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Vol 25 - The Boys Speculate Wildly 1:02:59

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In this episode of WonkyFolk, Jed Wallace and Andy Rotherham do what they do best—speculate wildly about the forces disrupting public education today and what might lie ahead. Prompted by Marlon Marshall’s recent insight on the need to “make progress amid the disruption,” the boys take on some of the biggest questions facing schools and policymaker…

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Vol 24 - Not All is Lost (Just Some) 58:34

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Andy and Jed talk about the evolving landscape of education policy and its implications for both K-12 and higher education. They discuss recent developments, the complexities introduced by political dynamics and regulatory changes, the challenges faced by educational institutions, the impact of immigration on the workforce, and the necessity for re…

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Vol 23 - LIVE: Crazy Times Call For a Stiff Whiskey (Folk) 1:03:14

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In this live Washington, D.C. episode, Jed and Andy tackle the early policy shifts of the new Trump administration and what they mean for charter schools, education funding, and equity. They discuss the chaotic rollout of federal budget cuts, block grants, and DEI policies, analyzing how these moves may shape the future of public education—especial…

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Vol 22 - It Was My Understanding There Would Be No Math 1:05:03

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In volume 22, we engage with Karim Ani, the founder of Citizen Math, who shares profound insights into the realm of mathematics education and its implications for democratic discourse. Central to our conversation is Karim's candid reflection on his personal journey, culminating in his decision to retire from American education, a choice influenced …

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Vol 21 - 2024 Lookback, 2025 Forecast, and the Boys Don Their Holiday Best 53:50

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We missed our November recording due to me coming down with the crud. It left us a lot of ground to cover in a short period of time. Topics we touch upon include: Elections perspective six weeks later Linda McMahon reactions, including a somewhat surprising lack of acrimony across the political spectrum on her nomination. The biggest story in publi…

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Vol 20 - The “Just No Steely Dan” Episode - WonkyFolk Theme Music and the Need for a Stronger Education Theme in National Politics 40:37

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Andy and Jed discuss what the theme music for their podcast should be before shifting to their voting experiences and frustrations with the current political landscape. The conversation delves into polarizing views on education, highlighting voter behavior differences, the impact of California politics, and significant historical events influencing…

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Vol 19 – The Stamina Episode: Corey DeAngelis melts down, ESA funding questions rise up, Denver succeeds & Don Shalvey inspires. 55:51

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In this conversation, Andy and Jed discuss a range of topics related to education policies and the role of teacher unions, particularly reflecting on experiences in Oaxaca, Mexico and the United States. Jed shares his observations about the strong presence and activities of teacher unions in Oaxaca, contrasting them with unions in the U.S. The disc…

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Vol 18 - Jed and Andy Want Freedom from Dysfunction 49:44

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Andy and Jed explore the intersection of education and politics in a rapidly changing landscape. They start by analyzing the Democratic Party's surprising silence on education during their convention, delving into why education has become a party splitter and how this could affect upcoming elections. The conversation then shifts to Kamala Harris' r…

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Vol 17 - At the Edge of Seventeen with Lynne Graziano 53:21

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In this thought-provoking episode, Andy Rotherham and Jed Wallace are joined by Lynne Graziano from Bellwether Education Partners to dive deep into the complexities and inconsistencies of adolescent laws across the United States. Using Bellwether's new "Edge of Seventeen" report as a cornerstone, this discussion covers a wide range of topics from t…

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Vol 16 - Hoodies, the Need to Buck Up, and Getting Crisp 49:50

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This week Andy and I start out debriefing the ASU-GSV conference and explore why the open and optimistic spirit of that gathering feels so at odds with the vibe that prevails across much of ed reform these days. That leads to a discussion about Andy’s widely read article about ed reformers needing to buck up and realize the progress that has been m…

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Vol 15 - Live at the Charter Growth Fund 1:08:17

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Jed and Andy record WonkyFolk's first live session as they keynote at the Charter Growth Fund. WonkyFolk's first live episode discusses the vital role of charter schools and civic engagement in advocating for education reform, particularly within African American and Hispanic communities. Jed and Andy delve into policy-making dynamics, the influenc…

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Vol 14 - Jed and Andy Tackle the Hairiest Education Problems 1:00:28

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This week, Andy and I are talking about the furries, a fiscal cliff, higher education, and trade schools. You can also watch it on YouTube. Show Notes: https://eduwonk.substack.com/p/theyre-furious-in-oklahoma-plus-baesler https://www.whitehouse.gov/briefing-room/statements-releases/2024/01/17/fact-sheet-biden-harris-administration-announces-improv…

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Vol 13 – The American Dream Lives at WonkyFolk 51:31

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Greetings, CharterFolk! This week, Andy and I are talking with Nina Rees, President and CEO of the National Alliance for Public Charter Schools, regarding charter schools and the American Dream. For those of you who would prefer a video recording, we provide a link to YouTube. This week some of the topics include: Introductions (00:01) One of the g…

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Vol 12 - A Rising Tide Lifts All Wonks 43:35

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Greetings, CharterFolk! This week, Andy and I are talking with David Griffith, Associate Director of Research at the Thomas B. Fordham Institute, regarding The Education Competition Index: Quantifying competitive pressure in America’s 125 largest school districts, which indicates the death of traditional public schools has been greatly exaggerated.…

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Vol 11 – Two Turkeys Together Again: The Thanksgiving Episode 49:27

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Greetings, CharterFolk! This week, Andy and I are focused on a Thanksgiving theme. We are talking about what we are thankful for over the last year, personally and professionally, as well as traditions and new results. For those of you who would prefer a video recording, we provide a link to YouTube as well. This week some of the topics include: We…

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Vol 10 – The Death of Public School… It Sounds Serious! (Guest: Cara Fitzpatrick) 56:49

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Greetings, CharterFolk! Greetings, CharterFolk! This is the second WonkyFolk where Andy is talking while Jed is walking the Camino Trail with his wife, Amy. Andy and Cara Fitzpatrick, an editor at Chalkbeat and a Pulitzer Prize winner for Local Reporting in 2016 for a series about school segregation, talk school choice history and school choice tod…

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Vol 9 - Morgan Polikoff is Reading Polls So You Don't Have To 46:18

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This week Andy is talking while Jed is walking…hiking the Camino Trail with his wife, Amy. Andy is talking with Morgan Polikoff, Associate Professor of Education at the University of Southern California(USC)’s Rossier School of Education. Their conversation focuses on public opinion on education, particularly parent opinion, and the similarities an…

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Vol 8 – The Home Base Episode 1:11:44

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This week, Andy and I are talking with Lakisha Young, the Founder and CEO of The Oakland REACH, and Heather Harding, Ed.D, the Executive Director of the Campaign for a Shared Future. Our conversation focuses on the difficult judgment calls parents and advocates are having to make as they attempt to retain focus on the learning needs of students ami…

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Vol 7 – Learning From a Place That is Not a Hot Steaming Mess 45:23

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Andy and Jed are talking about traveling and the fun of summer, their two mystery guests for the next WonkyFolk, and finding educational common ground via the juxtaposition of partisan politics and genuine educational accomplishments in Virginia. And for those of you who would prefer a video recording, we provide a link to YouTube as well. This wee…

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Vol 6 – Jed and Andy Are Fragile Vessels 51:35

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This week, Andy and I are talking about the Supreme Court denial to hear Charter Day School, Inc. v. Peltier “(wherein the plaintiffs justified their restrictive dress code by asserting that girls are ‘fragile vessels)”, other Supreme Court cases, the science of reading, and Moms for Liberty. This week some of the topics we discuss include the foll…

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Vol 5 – Special CREDO Episode with Macke Raymond 43:10

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This week, Andy and I are talking with Macke Raymond, the director of the Center for Research on Education Outcomes (CREDO) regarding CREDO’s As a Matter of Fact: National Charter School Study III, which is the third installment of a multi-decade study examining the academic progress of students enrolled in charter schools compared with those enrol…

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Vol 4 – Can’t Take YES For An Answer 40:57

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Can't take yes for an answer: what the teachers' unions and DeSantis have in common. This week some of the topics we discuss include the following: Can’t say yes to equity and excellence (00:01:10) Can’t say yes to providing parents with timely access to results or resources and tools to support their kids in mitigating pandemic learning losses (00…

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Vol 3 – The Amnesia Episode 41:24

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Amnesia about A Nation at Risk. Amnesia about Covid responses. And Jed wishing he could have amnesia about the King’s game on April 30, 2023. ---------- This week some of the topics we discuss include the following: The 40th Anniversary of report, “A Nation at Risk: The Imperative for Educational Reform” (00:01:59) Why the American economy has been…

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Vol 2 - Urban elections, Title IX, and Religious Charters 41:17

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This week some of the topics we discuss include the following: We introduce ourselves (00:00:00) Reactions to the 2023 Chicago mayoral election results (00:02:39) Thoughts regarding the 2023 Denver mayoral election, which has two strong charter candidates in a June runoff (00:12:35) Gutsy mental health moves (00.20.50) The Biden Administration’s nu…

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Vol 1 - Introducing WonkyFolk 34:22

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This week some of the topics we discuss include the following: Why are we making WonkyFolk Reactions to Nashville and trends we often miss at tragic moments like this The commonalities and differences facing public education in Los Angeles and Chicago Andy’s recommendation of the best read to prepare educators The changes that ChatGPT may or may no…

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Fish Out Of Freshwater Episode 5: Fin-ale 10:22

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In the season finale event, Yellowfin and his crew race against the clock. Will they be able to save the day?…• Written and created by Matt Deitchman and Jed Feder. Starring: Jed Feder, Matt Deitchman, Brandon Springman, Tiffany Tatreau, Nat-Man, & Rob Feder. More at YellowfinGrouperPI.comBy Jed Feder, Matt Deitchman, and others

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Fish Out Of Freshwater Episode 4: The Brains of the Operation 8:26

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The gang dives deep…literally. What’s lurking in Rocky Reef?…• Written and created by Matt Deitchman and Jed Feder. Starring: Jed Feder, Matt Deitchman, Brandon Springman, Tiffany Tatreau, Nat-Man, & Rob Feder. More at YellowfinGrouperPI.comBy Jed Feder, Matt Deitchman, and others

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Fish Out Of Freshwater Episode 3: The Fins Start Flying 11:13

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Yellowfin Grouper, P.I., Damselfish, and Jumbo the Shrimp head to Tommy Orcatta’s to see if a certain singer can help…• Written and created by Matt Deitchman and Jed Feder. Starring: Jed Feder, Matt Deitchman, Brandon Springman, Tiffany Tatreau, Nat-Man, & Rob Feder. More at YellowfinGrouperPI.comBy Jed Feder, Matt Deitchman, and others

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Fish Out Of Freshwater Episode 2: The Sand Bar 10:54

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Yellowfin Grouper, P.I., Damselfish, and Jumbo the Shrimp head to the Sand Bar looking for clues, but Turtle the Sand Barkeep may know more then he’s letting on…• Written and created by Matt Deitchman and Jed Feder. Starring: Jed Feder, Matt Deitchman, Brandon Springman, Tiffany Tatreau, Nat-Man, & Rob Feder. More at YellowfinGrouperPI.com…

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Fish Out Of Freshwater Episode 1: A Damselfish in Distress 8:26

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Yellowfin Grouper, P.I. is trying to lock up for the week when a Damselfish in distress comes swimming right through his door... • Written and created by Matt Deitchman and Jed Feder. Starring: Jed Feder, Matt Deitchman, Brandon Springman, Tiffany Tatreau, Nat-Man, & Rob Feder. More at YellowfinGrouperPI.com…