Episode Details

You're tuned in to another powerful edition of "Growing Up in America", hosted by the dynamic duo Brian Greene and Dr. Bob Sanborn—where the voices of children’s issues take center stage, and the conversations are as timely as they are vital.

This week’s episode was a deep dive into the real-world challenges shaping the lives of our youth today—from the classroom to the border, and everything in between.

Kicking things off, Dr. Ruth López Turley brought some eye-opening data to the table, sharing groundbreaking research on school district funding gaps. She broke down how inequalities in education financing are leaving far too many children behind—and what needs to change to close that gap.

Then, we turned our focus to immigration with Kassi Gonzalez, who delivered a heartfelt and urgent perspective on what it means to grow up in America under the shadow of immigration uncertainty. From policy impacts to personal stories, her segment was a call for empathy and reform.

And wrapping things up with academic insight, Dr. Erin Baumgartner walked us through the latest in education research—revealing how data can help drive smarter, more equitable policies for schools across the country.

From policy to practice, and research to real life, "Growing Up in America" continues to shine a light on the issues that matter most to our future generation.

🔊 Stay informed, stay engaged, and as always—keep growing with us.