The Myth of Education Podcast

Ep. 21 | Student Sexual Abuse in Peoria USD

After the Peoria USD superintendent and three left-leaning board members staged a coup to unseat board member Heather Rooks, we now see evidence of student sexual abuse cover up. When students come forward with information about a district employee, administrators are required to report it to law enforcement. In Peoria, district leaders appear to be taking steps to control the narrative and silence outcries for further investigation. Why do school districts protect institutions over children? Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not reflect the views of any public or private person or entity. All rights are reserved. * AZ Free News: Peoria Unified School District: The Flashpoint of Cover-Up Culture in Public Schools: https://azfreenews.com/2026/05/tiffany-benson-peoria-unified-school-district-the-flashpoint-of-cover-up-culture-in-public-schools/ [https://azfreenews.com/2026/05/tiffany-benson-peoria-unified-school-district-the-flashpoint-of-cover-up-culture-in-public-schools/] * Parents Pay Attention: Police report shows two Peoria Unified teachers allegedly engaged in sexual misconduct with high school students: https://www.parentspayattention.com/p/police-report-shows-two-peoria-unified [https://www.parentspayattention.com/p/police-report-shows-two-peoria-unified] * ABC 15 Arizona: Peoria board president outed following teacher misconduct investigations: https://www.abc15.com/news/region-west-valley/peoria/peoria-board-president-ousted-following-teacher-misconduct-investigations [https://www.abc15.com/news/region-west-valley/peoria/peoria-board-president-ousted-following-teacher-misconduct-investigations] * Fox 10 Phoenix: Arizona lawmakers target Peoria school district over alleged abuse cover-up: https://www.abc15.com/news/region-west-valley/peoria/peoria-board-president-ousted-following-teacher-misconduct-investigations [https://www.abc15.com/news/region-west-valley/peoria/peoria-board-president-ousted-following-teacher-misconduct-investigations] * AZ Free News: Horne Questions Transparency in Peoria Unified’s Handling of Teacher Abuse Allegations: https://azfreenews.com/2026/05/horne-questions-transparency-in-peoria-unifieds-handling-of-teacher-abuse-allegations/ [https://azfreenews.com/2026/05/horne-questions-transparency-in-peoria-unifieds-handling-of-teacher-abuse-allegations/] Show Notes: * Donate [https://mythofeducation.betterworld.org/donate] to The Myth of Education Podcast https://mythofeducation.betterworld.org/donate * About [https://www.mythofeducation.com/about]: The Myth of Education Podcast exists to expose corruption in K-12 schools, advocate for student safety, and defend parental rights. https://www.mythofeducation.com/about * Follow on socials @mythofeducation * Air Times: New content on Wednesdays Get full access to The Myth of Education Podcast at www.mythofeducation.com/subscribe [https://www.mythofeducation.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Ep. 20 | Arizona ESA Ballot Initiatives Threaten School Choice

When it comes to public education, Arizona is the gum on the bottom of America’s shoes. It’s consistently ranked #49, #50, and even #51 when the District of Columbia is added to the list. A majority of government school graduates cannot read, write, or perform basic match functions. Not to mention all the pedophile activity taking place on K-12 campuses. Parents see the writing on the wall, but new ballot initiatives may eliminate access to ESAs funding. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not reflect the views of any public or private person or entity. All rights are reserved. * Love Your School: #DeclinetoSign https://azlovesesas.com/#decline [https://azlovesesas.com/#decline] * Use this website to learn about the ESA ballot initiatives and withdraw your signature * Protect Education Now: https://protectedaz.com/ [https://protectedaz.com/] * This ballot initiative is sponsored by the radical, anti-school choice Arizona Education Association (AEA) and Save Our Schools Arizona (SOS) * Side by side comparison of the “Arizona Empowerment Scholarship Accounts Reform And Accountability Act” sponsored by American Federation for Children (AFC) and “Protect Education Act” sponsored by AEA/SOS https://tinyurl.com/55mbx74c [https://tinyurl.com/55mbx74c] * Myths vs. Facts: The Two Anti-ESA Ballot Initiatives https://tinyurl.com/yuaxwjv9 [https://tinyurl.com/yuaxwjv9] * AZ Free News: 2 Anti-School Choice in Arizona Mislead Voters https://tinyurl.com/hm3yfrfm [https://tinyurl.com/hm3yfrfm] * AZ Free Enterprise Club: Don’t Be Fooled: The ESA Ballot Initiative Is Designed to Kill School Choice in Arizona https://tinyurl.com/3xktpdwu [https://tinyurl.com/3xktpdwu] Show Notes: * Donate [https://mythofeducation.betterworld.org/donate] to The Myth of Education Podcast https://mythofeducation.betterworld.org/donate * About [https://www.mythofeducation.com/about]: The Myth of Education Podcast exists to expose corruption in K-12 schools, advocate for student safety, and defend parental rights. https://www.mythofeducation.com/about * Follow the show on X | IG: @mythofeducation * Air Times: New episodes every other Wednesday Join the upcoming ESA event on May 16 in Tempe, AZ: Get full access to The Myth of Education Podcast at www.mythofeducation.com/subscribe [https://www.mythofeducation.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Ep. 19 | Is Your School District Covering Up Sexual Assault?

April is Sexual Assault and Child Abuse Awareness Month, but what does this mean for K-12 students? Sexual misconduct from government employees is the number one disciplinary issue in public education. Despite this growing epidemic, law enforcement agencies are not consistently investigating or prosecuting these crimes against minors. If your child was sexually assaulted by a school employee, would the district notify you? Get full access to The Myth of Education Podcast at www.mythofeducation.com/subscribe [https://www.mythofeducation.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Ep. 18 | David Alvarado: 2026 Grassroots Candidate for Deer Valley USD

David Alvarado is a parent, teacher, and servant at heart who’s running to represent families in the Deer Valley Unified School District. In this episode he shares his thoughts on the role of parents, teachers, and mental health in K-12 education. David is a true grassroots candidate who cares about students and believes academics should be the focus of every school district. Follow David on Facebook @AlvaradoDVUSD2022. Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not reflect the views of any public or private person or entity. All rights are reserved. Show Notes: * Donate [https://mythofeducation.betterworld.org/donate] to The Myth of Education Podcast https://mythofeducation.betterworld.org/donate * About [https://www.mythofeducation.com/about]: The Myth of Education Podcast exists to expose corruption in K-12 schools, advocate for student safety, and defend parental rights. https://www.mythofeducation.com/about * Follow the show on X | IG: @mythofeducation * Air Times: New episodes every other Wednesday Get full access to The Myth of Education Podcast at www.mythofeducation.com/subscribe [https://www.mythofeducation.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]

Ep. 17 | Sex Education for Kindergarteners?

K-5 comprehensive sex education (i.e. gender ideology, abortion, and performing sex acts) is mandatory in many school districts across the nation. Despite the US Supreme Court ruling in favor of a parent’s right to choose when and how sex is introduced to elementary-aged children, school libraries and curricula are still full of harmful, perverted materials. How is this possible? Disclaimer: All views and opinions expressed by hosts and guests are their own and do not reflect the views of any public or private person or entity. All rights are reserved. Show Links: * NPR: The case for starting sex ed in kindergarten (hula hoops recommended) https://www.npr.org/2022/09/12/1121999705/sex-education-school-kindergarten [https://www.npr.org/2022/09/12/1121999705/sex-education-school-kindergarten] * National Conference of State Legislatures: State Policies on Sex Education in Schools https://www.ncsl.org/health/state-policies-on-sex-education-in-schools [https://www.ncsl.org/health/state-policies-on-sex-education-in-schools] * Raising Children Network: Childhood Sexual Behaviour at 4–6 Years: Parent Education Guide https://raisingchildren.net.au/preschoolers/development/sexual-development/childhood-sexual-behaviour-4-6-years#typical-sexual-behaviour-in-childhood-4-6-years-nav-title [https://raisingchildren.net.au/preschoolers/development/sexual-development/childhood-sexual-behaviour-4-6-years#typical-sexual-behaviour-in-childhood-4-6-years-nav-title] * Seattle Public Schools K-5 Gender Lessons https://www.seattleschools.org/departments/health-education/lgbtq/k-5-gender-lessons/ [https://www.seattleschools.org/departments/health-education/lgbtq/k-5-gender-lessons/] * White River School District Comprehensive Sexual Health https://www.whiteriver.wednet.edu/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1473441&type=d&pREC_ID=2429033 [https://www.whiteriver.wednet.edu/apps/pages/index.jsp?uREC_ID=1473441&type=d&pREC_ID=2429033] * 2023 Oregon K-12 Health Education Standards https://www.oregon.gov/ode/students-and-family/healthsafety/pages/sexuality-education-resources.aspx [https://www.oregon.gov/ode/students-and-family/healthsafety/pages/sexuality-education-resources.aspx] * Supreme Court parental rights case Mahmoud v. Taylor https://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/24pdf/24-297_4f14.pdf [http://www.supremecourt.gov/opinions/24pdf/24-297_4f14.pdf] * SEICUS Sex Education Collaborative https://sexeducationcollaborative.org/organizations/siecus-sex-ed-social-change [https://sexeducationcollaborative.org/organizations/siecus-sex-ed-social-change] Show Notes: * Donate [https://mythofeducation.betterworld.org/donate] to The Myth of Education Podcast https://mythofeducation.betterworld.org/donate * About [https://www.mythofeducation.com/about]: The Myth of Education Podcast exists to expose corruption in K-12 schools, advocate for student safety, and defend parental rights. https://www.mythofeducation.com/about * Follow the show on X | IG: @mythofeducation * Air Times: New episodes every other Wednesday Get full access to The Myth of Education Podcast at www.mythofeducation.com/subscribe [https://www.mythofeducation.com/subscribe?utm_medium=podcast&utm_campaign=CTA_4]