Getting Schooled Podcast

This week, President and CEO of the National Constitution Center, Jeff Rosen joins Abby in the classroom for a lesson on the Supreme Court. Jeff explains why and when SCOTUS was established and the roles of Chief Justice and Associate Justice. He also provides insight on landmark Supreme Court cases and cases to watch as opinions will begin being released in the late Spring of 2023. Later, to comm...

This week, Abby revisits a lesson with the Anchor of FOX News Sunday and Host of the Livin The Bream podcast, Shannon Bream, on the women of the Bible. They discuss Shannon's book "The Women Of The Bible Speak" and what we can learn from the courageous and faith-filled stories of the women in the bible. Keep up with Abby after class on Twitter: @AbbyHornacek Learn more about your ad choices. Visit...

This week, Chief Executive Officer of the National Academy of Social Insurance, Bill Arnone joins Abby in the classroom for a lesson on social security. Bill discusses why social security was established and who is eligible to receive the benefits. He also reveals why the concern over the sustainability of social security benefits is discussed at the start of a new Congressional class. Later, Bill...

This week, Fordham Law School professor and Author of The People's Courts, Jed Shugerman, Ph. D. joins Abby in the classroom to explain the role of the Department of Justice. Jed shares why the DOJ was established and the role it plays within the United States government. He also answers a question on the appointing of a special counsel and the role of the U.S. Attorney General. Later, Abby and Je...

This week, the Author of With Billie: A New Look at the Unforgettable Lady Day, Julia Blackburn joins Abby in the classroom for a lesson on the iconic Billie Holiday. Julia shares insight on the inspiration behind Lady Day's decision to go by the stage name Billie Holiday and the many ebbs and flows in her life and music career. Later, Abby asks Julia about Billie Holiday's song 'Strange Fruit' an...

This week, Abby revisits a lesson with New York Times bestselling co-author of the graphic memoir series March,  Andrew Aydin on the life and legacy of Congressman John Lewis (D-GA). Andrew breaks down the many identities of Rep. John Lewis, from student, activist, and Congressman to legendary Civil Rights Movement leader. Later, Abby and Andrew discuss Rep. Lewis' involvement in The March on Wash...

This week,  Author of the NY Times Best-selling series Who Were the Tuskegee Airmen? Sherri Smith joins Abby in the classroom for a lesson on the heroic and valiant Tuskegee Airmen. Sherri reveals how the Tuskegee Airmen were formed and the origin of their nickname, the “Red Tail Angels.” Then, Abby asks Sherri a question on the validity behind claims that the Tuskegee Airmen encountered and inves...

This week, Astrophysicist and board member of the Bulletin of the Atomic Scientists, Robert Rosner joins Abby in the classroom to help explain the Doomsday Clock. Robert reflects on the origins of the Doomsday Clock and how the time is reevaluated at the beginning of every year by members of the Bulletin of Atomic Scientists. Later, Robert emphasizes that the Doomsday Clock operates as a warning,...

This week, FOX News Senior Congressional Correspondent, Chad Pergram joins Abby in the classroom to help explain the role of The Speaker of the House of Representatives. Chad reflects on why this past Speaker election was historic and the legislative need for a Speaker to govern over the 435 diverse members of Congress. Later, Chad explains to Abby the Speaker of the House's immense political infl...

This week, the CEO of The Outloud Group, Brad Hoos joins Abby in the classroom to help explain the role of Influencers. Brad reveals why he believes influencers have been able to gain and sustain the trust of their audience. He also shares the importance of continuity and specificity in content creation. Later, Abby asks Brad what he perceives to be the greatest challenge to influencers as popular...

This week, the Author of Letters to Martin: Meditations on Democracy in Black America, Dr. Randal Maurice Jelks, joins Abby in the classroom for a lesson on the incomparable Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. Dr. Jelks reveals how MLK's strong Christian faith was the catalyst for his trailblazing role in the Civil Rights Movement. Later, Dr. Jelks shares with Abby how he believes we can honor Dr. King's l...

This week, Life Coach and Recovery mentor, Adam Jablin joins Abby in the classroom to help explain Dry January. Adam reflects on why Dry January and the dedication to sobriety is a personal subject to him. He also expresses how partaking in Dry January will have different effects on everyone and is a decision an individual should make on their own to truly benefit. Later, Adam shares with Abby the...

This week, Abby looks back at a few of the year's lessons from Catfishing, Fast Fashion, and Woodstock 1969 to the notorious Watergate scandal, just to name a few. You do not want to miss this year in review! Keep up with Abby after class on Twitter: @AbbyHornacek Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

It’s a Getting Schooled Holiday Encore! Abby revisits a lesson with Anthropologist and Astronomer, Anthony Aveni on the origins of mainstream holiday traditions. Anthony explains the historical, religious, and cultural influence on some universal holiday traditions, and they also discuss how these traditions became an integral component of Americans’ holiday routine. Keep up with Abby after class...

This week, Inside Edition National Correspondent and Host of Small Town Christmas on UPTV, Megan Alexander joins Abby in the classroom to help explain the magic of a Small Town Christmas. Megan reveals the inspiration behind her popular UPTV show and the joy she feels when shedding light on how Christmas is celebrated across the United States. Later, Abby and Megan exchange their own holiday tradi...

This week, Senior Republican on the Federal Communications Commission, Brendan Carr joins Abby in the classroom to help explain how the social media app, TikTok poses a threat to United States National Security. Brendan reflects on the evolution of China's AI technology and how it's made TikTok users susceptible to their data being stolen. He also highlights several states that have begun legislat...

This week, founders of Metal Art of Wisconsin and designers of the FOX Patriot Award, Shane and Justis Henderson join Abby in the classroom to help explain the delicate process of creating the FOX Nation Patriot Award. Shane and Justis revel in the joys of being a successful father-son run company, especially with the expansion of their business since being discovered on social media. Later, Abby...

This week, the editor of the JFK Facts blog and author of the forthcoming Scorpions' Dance: The President, the Spymaster, and Watergate Jefferson Morley, joins Abby in the classroom to help explain the life and ultimately, the assassination of President John F. Kennedy in 1963. Jefferson sheds light on the day of President Kennedy's assassination and reflects on the global reactions to the murder...

This week, FOX News Investigative Reporter Cristina Corbin joins Abby in the classroom to help explain the 1981 double murder mystery of a young couple and the newly unearthed details of this horrific crime 40 years later. Cristina uncovers how the identities of Harold Dean and Tina Gail Clouse were discovered and the chilling relationship that influenced their relocation from Florida to Texas. La...

This week, retired Navy Captain and the author of Raven One, Kevin Miller joins Abby in the classroom to help explain the role of fighter pilots. Kevin shares the qualifications of fighter pilots and the inner workings of aircraft carriers. Later, Abby and Kevin discuss the integral contribution of aircraft carriers to the United States in World War II and the honorable service of our men and wome...

This week, Co-Host of VSiN Big Bets on the Vegas Sports Information Network, Dave Ross joins Abby in the classroom to help explain the World Series. Dave analyzes how Major League Baseball has recovered since its contentious lockout this past Spring and a similar incident in the franchise that lead to the cancellation of the 1994 World Series. Later, Dave and Abby review the future and influence o...

This week Abby revisits a conversation with Senior Political Correspondent at Axios and Fox News Radio Political Analyst, Josh Kraushaar for a lesson plan on ranked-choice voting. They discuss why some states and cities have transitioned to this new form of voting, the impact it has had on candidates and voters, and how it could influence American elections at large. Keep up with Abby after class...

This week, Author and Historian, Marilynne Roach joins Abby in the classroom to help explain the Salem Witch Trials. Marilynne provides insight into how these trials heightened tension amongst neighbors and transformed the Salem, Massachusetts community’s view of witchcraft for centuries. Later, Marilynne addresses the many misconceptions and myths that were sparked as a result of the Salem Witch...

This week, Abby revisits a conversation with an American Halloween author whose work has been featured on the History Channel and in National Geographic, Lesley Bannatyne, for a lesson on Halloween. Lesley discusses the origins of Halloween in Celtic and Christian traditions, how Halloween has evolved through American history and what this holiday can teach us about our modern times. Keep up with...

This week, former National Security Cyber Specialist at the U.S. Department of Justice and Partner at BakerHostetler, Ed McAndrew joins Abby in the classroom to help explain the cultural phenomenon, Catfishing. Ed reveals that catfishing is only illegal when it instigates or inflicts a crime. He also describes tell-tale signs that you've been a victim of catfishing and later shares with Abby the c...