MrHague's Class

Charlie Kirk - Is College a Scam?

A scam, if we can agree on a definition, is where a majority of people who will go through the institution or business, they're not getting their money's worth, their time's worth, and they're being deceived when they sign up. So do we agree on those terms? Yeah. A voice you just heard belongs to the late Charlie Kirk, a very controversial figure that tragically passed away not too long ago. I mean, we are on February 15th, 2026. He died last year. And, uh, you know, Charlie Kirk, um, it was a very interesting individual. I never met the man, but I, I really wish I would have, of course, there's no way for me to meet him now. Oftentimes I would, uh, watch TikTok or Instagram and I would see his videos where he would debate at different college campuses. And sometimes I would listen to what he has to say and I would always think that, wow, this guy's weird. For Rest of Transcript Click Here [https://drive.google.com/file/d/1FnKnha-ixbqEv1_cP3XW5D1OWcW4PjFe/view?usp=share_link]

Virtual Reality and the Future

VR Adoption and Educational Insights Jim and Peter discussed virtual reality and its potential benefits, with Jim expressing frustration about the slow adoption of VR in some school districts. Peter explained the evolution of VR from its primitive beginnings in the 1980s to its current state, where it allows users to experience immersive environments through goggles or glasses. They planned to delve deeper into the topic during their podcast, with Jim sharing insights from a recent visit to Tennessee where he was impressed by the innovative use of VR in schools.

Gen X / Gen Y : A Call to Action

This is our 50th Episode and one that has to be heard. Mr Hague talks about possible danger that we as Americans face with a government losing control. We ask the younger generation to wake up and to stop the oligarchs from destroying this nation.

Overcoming Tragedy to Promote Street Safety : The Story of Damian Levitt

Jim and Damian discussed technical difficulties before beginning their conversation about safe organization and Damian's inspiring story of surviving a hit-and-run bicycle accident that led him to found the road safety nonprofit SAFE. Damian shared his personal journey of recovery and advocacy, highlighting how his experience motivated him to create the Finish the Ride event which has helped reduce hit-and-run incidents through legislation and awareness. They discussed various traffic safety initiatives, including the Safe Film Festival for high school students and the importance of addressing preventable traffic violence through awareness and advocacy.

Internships into the Film Industry with Dionisio Tafoya

Jim and Dionisio discussed opportunities in the film industry for youth, including internships and a new podcast focused on professional development. They explored how traditional film roles are evolving with new technologies and changing industry dynamics, particularly regarding entry-level positions and hands-on experience programs. The conversation concluded with a discussion of educational approaches and industry partnerships, emphasizing the importance of experiential learning, communication between educators and professionals, and the value of building industry connections for future career opportunities.