Episodes

  • School Talks ~ Aug. 24, 2025

    School Talks ~ Aug. 24, 2025
    Aug 24 2025
    Aug. 24, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois explores the educational plans of Michigan gubernatorial candidates, including Lieutenant Governor Garland Gilchrist, Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson, Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan, and Genesee County Sheriff Chris Swanson.
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    38 mins
  • School Talks ~ Aug. 19, 2025

    School Talks ~ Aug. 19, 2025
    Aug 17 2025
    Aug. 17, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois dives into topics on school safety and student support around the state of Michigan, including school safety officers and how parents should create plans for their children in the case of an untimely parental death. Plus, he looks at new rules for Michigan schools that must establish behavioral threat assessment teams and standardized terminology for emergencies by 2026.
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    38 mins
  • School Talks ~ Aug. 10, 2025

    School Talks ~ Aug. 10, 2025
    Aug 10 2025
    Aug. 10, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about how BUFF of Michigan aims to empower underserved youth, and various labor unions help students get interested in exploring a career in a trade.
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    38 mins
  • School Talks ~ Aug. 3, 2025

    School Talks ~ Aug. 3, 2025
    Aug 3 2025
    Aug. 3, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about school safety and summer learning programs with Michigan public school districts.
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    38 mins
  • School Talks ~ July 27, 2025

    School Talks ~ July 27, 2025
    Jul 27 2025
    July 27, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks to multiple contractors' associations and unions about providing trade construction opportunities for students amid Southeast Michigan's booming construction business.
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    38 mins
  • School Talks ~ July 20, 2025

    School Talks ~ July 20, 2025
    Jul 20 2025
    July 20, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois discusses ways Michigan school districts are approaching local needs, including Huron Valley Schools implementing bond proposals to improve infrastructure and instructional programs, and Chippewa Valley Schools partnering with Wakely Associates to revitalize underutilized spaces. Plus, he looks at how the Mechanical Contractors Association of Detroit supports member contractors through labor relations, training, and apprentice program recruitment.
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    38 mins
  • School Talks ~ July 13, 2025

    School Talks ~ July 13, 2025
    Jul 13 2025
    July 13, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois explores how Michigan public schools are navigating budget cuts in education, requiring schools to seek cost-effective solutions for mental health needs and academic outcomes.
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    38 mins
  • School Talks ~ July 6, 2025

    School Talks ~ July 6, 2025
    Jul 6 2025
    July 6, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks to representatives from Michigan school districts, including Dearborn Schools, Van Dyke Public Schools, and Monroe Schoolsare tackling school meal access for students who need it.
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    38 mins