School Talks

June 15, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about Michigan schools facing a $23 billion infrastructure funding gap, primarily affecting HVAC systems, roofing, electrical, and plumbing, impacting student health and safety. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 8, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois discusses the turnaround of Detroit Public Schools in recent years by focusing on talent, achievement, responsible funding, and culture. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

June 1, 2025 ~ Host ORbert Livernois talks about how schools should address student mental health needs and how to make students feel safer at school. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

May 25, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about the possibility of Michigan schools adopting electric school buses, including an $80 million program that schools can tap into for 70-90% incentives on electric school bus adoption, covering bus, infrastructure, and installation costs. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use...

May 18, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about how Cass City Schools offers a CDL addresses local agricultural workforce needs, how the DeTour Area School District, located in the eastern Upper Peninsula, faces unique logistical challenges due to its remote location, and how Ann Arbor Pioneer High School’s Jeff Kass balances teaching with creative writing. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz compan...

May 11, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about how MUST Construction Careers acts as an intermediary, linking individuals to 22 union apprenticeship trades across several Michigan counties. Prudence Rose explains that MUST started as a safety program and evolved to include career guidance. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection...

May 4, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about Wakely Associates Architects, which specializes in K-12 educational facilities, offering services from initial assessments to full design and construction documents, with a strong emphasis on renovation and reuse projects. The firm balances functionality and aesthetics in design, adapting to modern needs like safety and integrating client input throu...

April 27, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois discusses popular field trip spots in Michigan, including the Belle Isle Nature Center, Detroit Zoo, Detroit Institute of Arts, and the American Heart Association. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

April 20, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about the Monroe County Intermediate School District’s Head Start program, which aims to enhance school readiness for children from low-income families by providing comprehensive services in early learning, health, and family well-being. Livernois also addresses federal funding supporting disadvantaged students by hiring staff and providing professional...

April 13, 2025 ~ Host Dave Lorenz talks about how Michigan offers diverse post-high school opportunities, including career and technical paths, and university education. He also discusses how state aid, Michigan Achievement Scholarship and Wayne State’s programs, can make college more affordable. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collec...

School Talks ~ April 6, 2025 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 30, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois discusses ways teachers can design homework, how to best utilize online learning for students, and how to address the teacher shortage. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 23, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about how Clark Construction offers full-service support to school districts for bond proposals, including facility assessments, budget development, community engagement strategies, and transparent communication. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advert...

School Talks ~ March 16, 2025 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 9, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about MUST Construction Careers and how it connects schools with union construction trades, offering resources, site visits, and union apprenticeships. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

March 2, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about student mental health resources at the Troy School District, the history of Title IX in public schools, and resources for parents with children in Michigan public schools. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb. 23, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about ways gaming can be implemented into education, especially with STEM courses. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb. 16, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks to Detroit Mayor Mike Duggan about running for governor as an independent candidate and why education is a key focus of his campaign. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb. 8, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about various approaches to English, literacy, and language acquisition in children, featuring insights from Michigan school experts. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Feb. 2, 2025 ~ Kevin Roach, CEO of the Methodist Children’s Home Society, joins the show to discuss children’s mental health and Michigan's foster care system. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan. 26, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about cybersecurity threats in educational settings, focusing on methods like phishing, spear phishing, ransomware, zero-day attacks, and supply chain attacks. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Jan. 18, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois does a deep dive into the burgeoning interest in robotics within Michigan’s educational institutions and its substantial impact on the manufacturing sector, particularly influenced by the state’s automotive legacy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising...

Jan. 12, 2025 ~ Host Robert Livernois talks about enhancing school safety as students return from the holiday break. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

School Talks ~ Jan. 5, 2024 Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Dec. 29, 2024 ~ Host Robert Livernois discusses career and technical education (CTE) in Michigan, emphasizing offerings from Owasso Schools, Swartz Creek Schools, and Warren Consolidated Schools. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.