Podcast Episodes

Marking the 25th anniversary of 9/11

Today marks 25 years since September 11, 2001, a day that shaped a generation of Americans.

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11 hours ago

Roommates

Learning to live with a roommate is one of the biggest adjustments for college students. Sharing a dorm room, whether it’s with a friend from high sc…

1 week ago

Back to school

Leaving for college is a big transition. For many students, it’s the first time living away from home, managing a schedule, and making new friends.

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2 weeks ago

The efficacy of cellphone bans

In 2025, South Carolina implemented a statewide ban on cellphone use in classrooms. Nationwide, early results are mixed. Some schools report fewer di…

1 month, 3 weeks ago

Maintaining reading skills over the summer

Each summer, when school lets out, children fall behind in reading. Research shows that students lose one to two months of reading proficiency over t…

2 months ago

America's 250th

On the eve of America’s 250th anniversary, the College of Charleston reflects on its place in history. Founded by leaders who helped shape the nation…

2 months, 1 week ago

AI and reading

AI tools are increasingly being used to read aloud to children, becoming part of daily routines at home and in school. For busy families, it’s easy t…

2 months, 2 weeks ago

Bullying in elementary school

Bullying is more common in elementary schools than parents might expect. About one in four children report being bullied at school, and the negative …

2 months, 3 weeks ago

College choice and AI

Choosing a college used to mean campus tours, college fairs, and meeting with counselors. But a new report from the Education Advisory Board says tha…

2 months, 4 weeks ago

National Safety Month

Many parents have mixed feelings when their child becomes a licensed driver. There’s the relief of spending less time behind the wheel, shuttling kid…

3 months ago