Dr. Tim Slekar
The Producer’s Choice Show with Jakob
LIVE from beautiful sunny Racine, Wisconsin, it's THE PRODUCER'S CHOICE SHOW with your host, Producer Jakob! *fanfare*. Thank you all for tuning in to my show today as I, Producer Jakob, seize the means of production and speak truth to power (my bosses Tim and Johnny). This week we look at Donald Trump's attempt to coerce Harvard University by denying them the right to enroll foreign students. Is this just a shameless power grab by the government? Or is there something more to it? Find out as my guests Dr. Tim Slekar (BustED Pencils, Teaching) and Dr. Johnny Lupinacci (BustED Pencils, Beard) face a gauntlet of tough questions on THIS episode of The Producer's Choice Show with Producer Jakob!
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Big Bad Bill, Education Wars, and Trombone Troubles (Hour 1)
John and Gordy dive into the chaos of the 'big bad bill' being passed in the House, criticizing its potential historic cruelty. Education funding takes center stage with Linda McMahon's stance on shifting costs to states, sparking some serious outrage about federal and state funding cuts. Oklahoma's education is highlighted as Superintendent Ryan Walters denies his state's low ranking, labeling media criticism as 'fake news.' The episode is sprinkled with some hilarious moments, from Producer Sam's trombone antics in the studio to speculations on tech bro retirement brochures. Add in some weather news and historical trivia, and you've got a jam-packed episode.
The John and Gordy Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-8 am on WMDX in Madison. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with John & Gordy!
Chips, Classrooms, and Chocolate Chips: A Morning of Education and Humor
John and Gordy tackle a whirlwind of topics with their signature wit. They dive into the current state of education with Dr. Tim Slekar, highlighting teachers' fears over new culture war policies now outranking classroom management concerns among new educators. The duo also discusses light-hearted issues like the shortage of John's favorite doughnut. Amidst the humor, they touch on the serious implications of disappearing digital equity initiatives, especially for rural America. All this, wrapped in playful banter and community updates.
The John and Gordy Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-8 am on WMDX in Madison. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with John & Gordy!
AI Is Great, If You Know How To Think
John and Gordy kick off with their usual banter of the National Day Calendar and Today in History, as they prepare for tonight's inaugural Madison Night Market! Later, we welcome on Dr. Tim Slekar of BustED Pencils for another discussion surrounding AI. Though it promises an infinitely-wide impact with big possibilities, we have to ask the bigger question: are we using it right?
The John and Gordy Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-8 am on WMDX in Madison. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with John & Gordy!
Summer Camp Dreams and Healthcare Screams
John and Sam dive into summer camp nostalgia as Sam prepares to leave for a camp counselor gig, reminiscing about John's Olympic Day javelin glory. The conversation shifts to quirky national days like Neck Care Day and the absurdity of neck creams. Healthcare woes take center stage, highlighting the absurdity of healthcare as a privilege, with soundbites from Ron Johnson and a frustrated ER doctor. They critique America’s stance compared to universal healthcare systems abroad. Toss in some AI education talk with Tim Slecker and a sprinkle of political jabs, and you've got a lively, thought-provoking episode.
The John and Gordy Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-8 am on WMDX in Madison. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with John & Gordy!
The Big Lie – Now a Historical Event!
John and Gordy kick off today's show with talk about car headlights. John is apparently in such a daze that he didn't even notice he drove in with his lights off! We tackle the National Day Calendar, and trot through Today in History with Sam, before welcoming on Dr. Tim Slekar of BustED Pencils for his weekly appearance. We chat about Ryan Walters, Oklahoma State Superintendent, and the new Oklahoma state standards - asking teachers to teach The Big Lie of the 2020 election as part of curriculum! Closing out, Tim covers his newest episode - more on Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion - and the good and bad of a state's rights to choose whether to teach it.
The John and Gordy Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-8 am on WMDX in Madison. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with John & Gordy!
Old Learning Lost, New Learning Gained
According to Trump, yesterday was "Liberation Day," but today is more like it as the guys talk the impending stock market tumble. As a distraction, they chat with their producer Sam about his vintage VW Bug, then check the National Day Calendar. Sam tells us all about Today in History, and later we welcome in Dr. Tim Slekar of BustED Pencils. The guys chat about Randi Weingarten, President of AFT, and her latest appearance on the podcast, and also get his take on the pseudo-myth of "lost learning," post-covid. Wrapping up the hour, they chat some about Tuesday's election - Jill Underly's win, but also the multitude of wins in local school board races against groups like Moms for Liberty.
The John and Gordy Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-8 am on WMDX in Madison. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with John & Gordy!
An Unhappy Country
This Thursday morning, we kick off with John's rationale for having a (smart) flip phone, and for watching TV while you drive. Gordy manages to pull him away with the National Day Calendar, along with Sam, discussing earthquakes and Viagra for Today in History. Later, after a couple week hiatus, we welcome on Dr. Tim Slekar to talk education - and the continued dissolution of it. Specifically, they touch on how student loan administration is moving to the Small Business Administration, and the chaos its causing to higher education. They talk more chaos, caused by Moms for Liberty at school board meetings, and chat with a caller about a candidate for MMSD school board they endorse. Wrapping up, the discussion turns to AI, and also the world happiness index - on which the US continues to fall.
The John and Gordy Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-8 am on WMDX in Madison. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with John & Gordy!
School’s Out Completely
This Thursday, the guys kick off the show showcasing the dresses they wore for National Dress day, chatting all about the other fake holidays we celebrate today. We check in with Sam for Today in History, and later welcome on Dr. Tim Slekar, one half of the BustED Pencils team. Today's story in the world of education is, after Linda McMahon's confirmation to head the department, that she may shut it down by the end of the week (!). The guys chat with Tim about the implications of the war on public education.
The John and Gordy Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-8 am on WMDX in Madison. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with John & Gordy!
Get Educated, Not Schooled
John, the basket case, is worried this morning about not being on the air, so he and Gordy search for distraction in the National Day Calendar. We also check in with Sam for Today in History, then welcome on Dr. Tim Slekar, one half of the BustED Pencils team. Today's discussion centers on not just blindly endorsing public education, but instead critiquing it to make it better. Tim explains the goal of educating kids, rather than schooling them, and how there are systems in place to actually make that harder. Wrapping up hour one, the discussion with Tim shifts to news in AI with education - AI tutors.
The John and Gordy Show is a part of the Civic Media radio network and airs Monday through Friday from 6-8 am on WMDX in Madison. Subscribe to the podcast to be sure not to miss out on a single episode! To learn more about the show and all of the programming across the Civic Media network, head over to https://civicmedia.us/shows to see the entire broadcast line up. Follow the show on Facebook and X to keep up with John & Gordy!
