Best Ginny Gentles Podcasts (2025)

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Erin Lee on Protecting Children, Families, & Schools from the Cult-like Mentality of Gender Ideology 35:44

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Erin Lee, executive director of Protect Kids Colorado, shares her harrowing experience navigating gender ideology’s impact on her daughter. She discusses the alarming rise of rapid onset gender dysphoria, the cult-like mentality surrounding gender identity, and the challenges parents face in protecting their children from school policies and societ…

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Tony de Nicola on Education Freedom, Budget Reconciliation, & the ECCA 24:05

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The U.S. House budget reconciliation bill includes a federal tax credit that could make K-12 scholarships available to students in every state across America. Tony de Nicola, Invest in Education chairman, joins the podcast to discuss the Educational Choice for Children Act’s (ECCA) strong support in Congress, the White House, and the public. De Nic…

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Starlee Coleman on Charter School Victories, Red Tape Battles, & Bipartisan Wins 36:32

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Starlee Coleman, National Alliance for Public Charter Schools’ new CEO, joins the podcast to celebrate National Charter Schools Week and the 30th anniversary of the federal Charter School Program. Coleman discusses her 25 years of fighting for education freedom, from overhauling over 100 Texas charter regulations to securing bipartisan wins. Get th…

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David Zweig on Union Power Grabs, Media Complicity, & “Expert” Manipulations During Covid School Closures 33:18

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David Zweig joins Freedom to Learn to discuss his new book, "An Abundance of Caution: American Schools, the Virus, and a Story of Bad Decisions," a piercing exposé of America’s COVID-era school closure debacle. Zweig reveals how media, health “experts,” and teachers unions ignored real-time evidence, amplified fear, and prioritized politics over ch…

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Maine Rep. Laurel Libby on Defending Girls, Getting Censured, & Refusing to Back Down 25:06

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Maine State Representative Laurel Libby joins Freedom to Learn to share the personal and political fallout from her public stand on women’s sports. After posting a photo exposing a biological male’s victory in a girls’ track event, Libby was censured by Maine’s Democratic majority and stripped of her voting rights in the legislature. In this candid…

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RE-RELEASE: May Mailman on President Trump’s Actions to Protect Women’s Sports, Spaces, & Dignity 29:03

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When asked, “Should we keep men out of women’s sports?” the vast majority of the American people respond with a resounding “Yes!” May Mailman, Deputy Assistant to the President and Senior Policy Strategist, joins Freedom to Learn to discuss executive orders related to protecting women's sports and spaces and restoring biological truth. We explore t…

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Jenny Clark on Students with Disabilities, Education Freedom, & Loving Your School 28:20

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Arizona mother Jenny Clark shares her family's challenging educational journey and how these experiences led her to establish Love Your School, an organization that provides personalized support for parents navigating educational options. Jenny describes how Education Savings Accounts (ESAs) provide families, including families of students with dis…

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Michael McShane on School Choice Research, Fearmongering, & Milton Friedman 40:22

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Do school choice programs really increase segregation, harm rural communities, and deny students with disabilities access to services? Dr. Michael McShane, Director of National Research at EdChoice, joins Freedom to Learn to tackle these and other pervasive education myths. Mike addresses the fearmongering tactics used by opponents and emphasizes t…

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Julie Hamill on California’s Violations of Title IX, FERPA, & Common Sense 38:06

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Last week, the U.S. Department of Education opened an investigation into California’s practice of requiring schools to lie to parents about their child's "gender identity." Julie Hamill, founder of the California Justice Center, joins Freedom to Learn to explain how California’s zealous embrace of gender ideology violates both the Family Educationa…

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Congressman Kevin Kiley on Charter Schools, Teachers Unions, & School Closures 23:36

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Congressman Kevin Kiley (R-CA), a former teacher in inner-city Los Angeles and California State Assembly member, joins Freedom to Learn to discuss the need for education freedom options that prioritize student success. We address the impact of prolonged Covid-era school closures and the harm caused by powerful political forces, like teachers unions…

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Education Secretary Linda McMahon on Cutting Bureaucracy, Empowering States, & Fighting Anti-Semitism 14:39

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Recently confirmed U.S. Secretary of Education Linda McMahon joins Freedom to Learn to discuss her plans to reduce bureaucracy at the federal Department of Education while ensuring critical federal funding streams like IDEA and Title I continue to reach states and students. Secretary McMahon also dives into the Trump administration's efforts to enh…

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Lindsey Burke on Winding Down the Department of Education, Stopping the Education Funding Spending Spree, & Expanding Education Freedom 38:31

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While awaiting President Trump’s specific plans to dissolve the U.S. Department of Education and “send education back to the states,” congressional committees are holding hearings to explore the policy possibilities. In this episode, Dr. Lindsey Burke, Director of the Center for Education Policy at The Heritage Foundation, and I reflect on our rece…

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Cade Brumley on Louisiana’s Reading Revival, Impressive NAEP Scores, & New ESA Program 21:41

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Louisiana was a rare bright spot amid grim Nation’s Report Card math and reading results. Dr. Cade Brumley, Louisiana’s superintendent of education, joins Freedom to Learn to discuss the state's impressive progress and his ambitions for further improvement. He shares insights into the policies driving success–a reading revival focused on the Scienc…

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May Mailman on President Trump’s Actions to Protect Women’s Sports, Spaces, & Dignity 27:29

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When asked “Should we keep men out of women’s sports?” the vast majority of the American people respond with a resounding “Yes!” May Mailman, Deputy Assistant to the President and Senior Policy Strategist, joins Freedom to Learn to discuss the recent executive orders related to protecting women's sports and spaces and restoring biological truth. We…

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Walter Blanks on Escaping a Failing School, Tennessee’s Big Win, & The Truth About School Choice Critics 31:21

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In this episode of Freedom to Learn, Walter Blanks Jr., spokesperson for the American Federation for Children, shares his personal story of escaping a failing school—thanks to a mother who refused to accept the status quo. He reveals how a school choice scholarship in Ohio transformed his future and why he’s fighting to give every child the same op…

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Shaka Mitchell on Education Freedom, Teacher Bonuses & Rural Schools in Tennessee 34:42

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This week on Freedom to Learn, we break down a major development in Tennessee’s education landscape—the passage of the Education Freedom Act of 2025. Passed during an emergency legislative session, this new statewide program expands school choice while making historic investments in public education. Governor Bill Lee, in his State of the State add…

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Mark Schneider on NAEP, Federal Research, & Dismantling the U.S. Department of Education 32:14

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In this episode of Freedom to Learn, we lament the troubling 2024 National Assessment of Educational Progress (NAEP) results. Despite billions in recovery funds, the latest data paints a grim picture, particularly for minority, low-income, and special needs students who continue to face significant academic challenges. Former Institute of Education…

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Tommy Schultz on School Choice Wins, NAEP Losses, & Federal Education Freedom Opportunities 30:15

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Tommy Schultz, CEO of the American Federation for Children, joins Freedom to Learn for a deep dive into the state of school choice in America. From exciting wins in expanding school choice across the nation to major developments ahead in Texas and at the federal level, Tommy breaks down the game-changing progress happening right now. We also take a…

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Nicki Neily on Radical Ideologies, SEL, & Foreign Influences in K-12 29:49

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Nicki Neily, founder of Parents Defending Education, joins Freedom to Learn to discuss the troubling trends reshaping our nation's K-12 schools. From divisive racial and gender ideologies to foreign influence in our educational system, Nicki details her organization’s efforts to expose the overreach of activist agendas in the classroom and shares h…

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Shelby Doyle on National School Choice Week, Homeschooling Myths, & Supporting Families 18:47

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Have you ever wondered how school choice really works? On this episode of Freedom to Learn, we’re joined by Shelby Doyle, Vice President of Public Awareness for the National School Choice Awareness Foundation, to explore education freedom. As we gear up for National School Choice Week (January 26–February 1), Shelby shares actionable insights for p…

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January Littlejohn on Gender Ideology, Social Transitions, & Parental Rights 33:30

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Socially transitioning children in schools is not a neutral or benign act–it is a serious intervention that can lead children down a dangerous path toward irreversible medical procedures. Florida mother, January Littlejohn, joins Freedom to Learn to explore the harm caused by gender ideology’s grip on schools, stressing the importance of safeguardi…

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Nathan Cunneen on School Choice, Union Opposition, & Lessons Republicans Learned the Hard Way 32:49

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In this episode of Freedom to Learn, Nathan Cunneen, Texas State Director for the American Federation for Children, addresses the momentum behind the push for universal education freedom in the Lone Star State. Nathan shares his personal journey from a scholarship student in Florida to a leader in the Texas school choice movement. He discusses why …

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Marguerite Roza on Declining Birth Rates, Closing Schools, & the Fate of Education Funding 29:53

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The education world is fixated on the fate of the U.S. Department of Education, but federal funding is a small portion of school budgets. Dr. Marguerite Roza, director of Georgetown University’s Edunomics Lab, joins the podcast to break down the financial realities currently facing U.S. school districts. Financial mismanagement by school districts …

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Rep. Tim Walberg on Career Pathways, Education Options & Gender Ideology 32:15

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Congressman Tim Walberg (R-MI) envisions a more flexible, competitive system that better prepares students for the workforce—no matter the path they choose. In this episode, Rep. Walberg shares his insights on the evolving landscape of education in America, with a focus on vocational training, school choice, and the role of the federal government i…

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Rep. Burgess Owens on Merit, Innovation, & National Security 29:45

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Congressman Burgess Owens (R-UT), former NFL player, entrepreneur, and passionate advocate for education freedom, joins the second episode of Freedom to Learn to discuss how education is a critical national security issue and the foundation of the American Dream. In this insightful conversation, Rep. Owens highlights key federal legislative efforts…

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Rep. Virginia Foxx on Antisemitism, Education Freedom & the FAFSA Fiasco 29:45

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In the opening episode of the “Freedom to Learn” podcast, host Ginny Gentles speaks with Congresswoman Virginia Foxx, chairwoman of the U.S. House Committee on Education and the Workforce, about expanding education freedom, protecting parental rights, and reducing the federal government’s role in K-12 education. Dr. Foxx also discusses the committe…

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Freedom to Learn Podcast Trailer 0:40

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Freedom to Learn is for policymakers and advocates fighting for parental rights and education freedom for students and teachers. Host Ginny Gentles, Director of the Defense of Freedom Institute's Education Freedom and Parental Rights Initiative, interviews guests who are confronting powerful unions and bureaucratic systems. Each episode demystifies…