The Hidden Cost of Public Schools: William Henson on EROI

The Hidden Cost of Public Schools: William Henson on EROI

Public schools are costing more than you think… and the results might shock you. Public education is one of the nation’s largest taxpayer-funded expenses—but are we getting our money’s worth? On this episode, William Henson, President Emeritus of CristoRey Brooklyn High School, introduces the Educational Return on Investment (EROI) framework, revealing how spending in public schools often fails to translate into meaningful student outcomes. From staggering costs to produce high school and college graduates to alternative models that deliver far betterresults, William explains how smarter approaches can improve both efficiency and effectiveness in education. This is a must-listen for parents, educators, and anyone interested in the future of our schools. Read the report here: https://manhattan.institute/article/if-you-cant-measure-it-can-you-improveit?utm_source=press_release&utm_medium=email Please Support this Podcast: www.omegaplanners.net [http://www.omegaplanners.net] www.jlsmithassociates.com https://patriotmobile.com/partners/rose [https://patriotmobile.com/partners/rose] www.americansforprosperity.org [http://www.americansforprosperity.org] www.theboomereffect.com [http://www.theboomereffect.com] https://wordmarketingservices.com/ Rose’s Ministry: www.sheiscalledbyhim.com [http://www.sheiscalledbyhim.com]

America's Great Parking Scam

Millions of Americans park legally every day—and still get fined. Why? Because parking enforcement has quietly transformed into a billion-dollar, app-driven extraction system, with confusing signs, mandatory digital contracts, hidden fees, and little oversight. In this episode, Kerry Lutz, recovering attorney and bestselling author of America’s Great Parking Scam: You’ve Been Robbed, exposes how cities outsource enforcement to private tech companies, harvest driver data, and enforce penalties through confusion instead of compliance. From QR codes to coerced arbitration, Kerry reveals a nationwidesystem where drivers are trapped—and regulators look the other way. If you’ve ever scanned a QR code just to avoid a ticket, felt likethe rules changed overnight, or wondered why parking signs seem designed to confuse, this episode will open your eyes—and give you tools to fight back. Kerry’s book: America's Great Parking Scam: You'veBeen Robbed  Please Support this Podcast: www.omegaplanners.net [http://www.omegaplanners.net] www.jlsmithassociates.com https://patriotmobile.com/partners/rose [https://patriotmobile.com/partners/rose] www.americansforprosperity.org [http://www.americansforprosperity.org] www.theboomereffect.com [http://www.theboomereffect.com] https://wordmarketingservices.com/ Rose’s Ministry: www.sheiscalledbyhim.com [http://www.sheiscalledbyhim.com]

Modern Dating Sucks: A Matchmaker’s Guide to Finding Love

Modern dating is broken… and it’s time to fix it. This Women’s History Month, Jackie Dorman, CEO of Last Year Single® and author of Modern Dating Sucks, shows women how to escape swipe fatigue, date intentionally, and find love with purpose. From healing past patterns to identifying commitment-minded partners, Jackie gives the tools to navigate love strategically—without losing your heart or ambition. Tune in and learn how to reclaim your love life, build legacy-driven relationships, and stop swiping endlessly. https://jackiedorman.com/ [https://jackiedorman.com/] Please Support this Podcast: www.omegaplanners.net [http://www.omegaplanners.net] www.jlsmithassociates.com https://patriotmobile.com/partners/rose [https://patriotmobile.com/partners/rose] www.americansforprosperity.org [http://www.americansforprosperity.org] www.theboomereffect.com [http://www.theboomereffect.com] https://wordmarketingservices.com/ Rose’s Ministry: www.sheiscalledbyhim.com [http://www.sheiscalledbyhim.com]

Empowering Citizen Journalists

The media monopoly is crumbling—and the future of journalism may be in your hands. On this episode, Sam Anthony, founder of YourNews Media, shares how he’s empowering thousands of independent, citizen journalists to report on their communities, bypass corporate-controllednarratives, and restore free speech in local reporting. With over 20 years disrupting traditional media and building the technology to decentralize journalism, Sam explains why citizen journalism matters, how to get started, and how everyday people can reclaim the power of the press. If you’ve ever wanted to make a difference in your community throughreporting, this conversation is a must-listen. Be a Citizen Journalist: https://yournews.com/become-a-yournews-citizen-journalist/ [https://gmail.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ae491a604a87cba295aa49a54&id=b36fafdcd5&e=c35a51de36] Equity Crowdfunding Campaign: https://issuanceexpress.com/nico-regcf/ [https://gmail.us17.list-manage.com/track/click?u=ae491a604a87cba295aa49a54&id=35ffab105d&e=c35a51de36] Please Support this Podcast: www.omegaplanners.net [http://www.omegaplanners.net] www.jlsmithassociates.com https://patriotmobile.com/partners/rose [https://patriotmobile.com/partners/rose] www.americansforprosperity.org [http://www.americansforprosperity.org] www.theboomereffect.com [http://www.theboomereffect.com] https://wordmarketingservices.com/ Rose’s Ministry: www.sheiscalledbyhim.com [http://www.sheiscalledbyhim.com]

Don’t Give Up: Morality, AI, and the Fight to Stay Human

Artificial intelligence is transforming the world at a pace fewpeople fully understand. But while much of the public debate focuses on innovation and efficiency, a deeper question is emerging: Who is guiding the moral direction of this technology? In this episode, award-winning educator, filmmaker, and author Kay Rubacek joins the conversation to explore why morality may be the most important thread holding our future together. Prompted by the resignation of AI safety researcher Mrinank Sharma from the AI company Anthropic, Kay discusses growing concerns about what is happening behind closed doors in artificial intelligence development. As AI becomes more integrated into everyday life—from automated content creation to workplace surveillance—the risk may not simply be misuse, but something more subtle: societal apathy toward systems that operate without a human moralcompass. Kay also reflects on history, the wisdom of the Founding Fathers, and the cultural shifts already underway as people begin to reconsider their relationship with technology. The question isn’t just what AI can do. It’s whether humanity will hold on to the moral thread that has guided civilization for generations.https://kayrubacek.substack.com [https://kayrubacek.substack.com] https://www.instagram.com/kayrubacek/ Please Support this Podcast: www.omegaplanners.net [http://www.omegaplanners.net] www.jlsmithassociates.com https://patriotmobile.com/partners/rose [https://patriotmobile.com/partners/rose] www.americansforprosperity.org [http://www.americansforprosperity.org] www.theboomereffect.com [http://www.theboomereffect.com] https://wordmarketingservices.com/ Rose’s Ministry: www.sheiscalledbyhim.com [http://www.sheiscalledbyhim.com]