In this episode, Tudor speaks with Emily Hanford, senior education correspondent at American Public Media, about the challenges in teaching children to read. Hanford discusses the ineffective strategies being used in schools, the historical debate over phonics instruction, and the complexity of the English language.
Jun 1
Buck Brief - Cuba is Collapsing While Venezuela Turns Poised to Boom
Could Cuba be next as tensions rise across Latin America? Buck breaks down the latest developments involving Cuba, Venezuela, and the ongoing Iran negotiations. From renewed U.S. sanctions and pressure on Havana to major shifts in Venezuela’s oil industry after Maduro’s removal, ... Show More
14m 14s
May 28
Buck Brief - Why Young Americans Are Flocking to Church
Buck sits down with writer and commentator Aubrey Strobel to discuss the resurgence of Catholicism among young people, especially in places like New York City. Drawing from her viral Catholic Herald piece, “Why Catholicism No Longer Feels Uncool in New York,” Aubrey explains why ... Show More
20m 34s
Mar 2024
The Tudor Dixon Podcast: Royal Family Drama with Ellie Hall
<p>In this episode, Tudor explores the speculation and concern surrounding Kate Middleton's recent absence and surgery. Ellie Hall, a former Royal Reporter, provides insights into the inner workings of the Royal Family's PR machine and the tribalism that exists within it. The dis ... Show More
40m 2s
Jun 2023
The Today, Explained Center for Kids Who Can’t Read Good
For decades, American schools have taught reading with an approach that doesn’t work very well. Emily Hanford of the podcast “Sold a Story: How Teaching Kids to Read Went So Wrong” explains how things are starting to change.
This episode was produced by Miles Bryan, edited by Mat ... Show More
26m 6s