The Branch

The National Parents Union Podcast

Education EN ↓ 56 episodes

What happens when families are at the center of policy and politics? Sh*t gets done!  Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier—moms and battle-tested organizers—tackle the news of the day in this weekly podcast from The Branch. They'll share their struggles and successes as they channel the power of parents to break down barriers, flip the script on economic and education justice, and improve the lives of all families. The NPU Podcast isn’t just talk; it’s a rallying cry for parents nationwide to transform their frustration into tangible victories for our kids and our future. 

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The Branch

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Education

Podcast website

thebranchmedia.org

Latest episode

Jul 9, 2025

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Episodes

Ep 30 | Trump’s Pick to Lead the Department of Education 04.12.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed Trump’s nominee to lead the Department of Education: Linda McMahon. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.

Ep 29 | Trump’s Cabinet Picks 20.11.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss Trump’s cabinet picks so far. Note: This episode was recorded on Monday 11/18, before a possible education secretary had been named.  Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, Bernita, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.

Ep 28 | Trump Won, Again 07.11.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss the implications of Trump’s reelection. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, Bernita, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.

Ep 27 | Harris & Trump’s Closing Arguments 29.10.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed the presidential candidate’s closing arguments as we barrel toward election day. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, Bernita, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.

Ep 26 | Chicago’s Public School Budget Crisis 23.10.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss Chicago’s public school budget crisis. Covid Money Boosted Chicago’s Schools. Now It’s Gone, And The City Is In Crisis. (WaPo, 10/21/24) Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, Bernita, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.

Ep 25 | Policies that K-12 Parents Support 16.10.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss NPU’s recent polling about what issues matter most to parents this election season. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, Bernita, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.

Ep 24 | The Vice Presidential Debate 09.10.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss last week’s VP debate, and what it all means for our kids and schools. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, Bernita, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.

Ep 23 | Hurricane Helene 02.10.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss Hurricane Helene, and how parents across the country are telling them that climate solutions are among their top priorities.  Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, Bernita, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.

Ep 22 | The Power of Parent Voices 26.09.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss outcomes from the Parent Leader Council on Assessment and Accountability Meeting. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, Bernita, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.

Ep 21 | Debate Debrief 18.09.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed the Harris/Trump debate, and what it all means for our kids.  Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, Bernita, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.

Ep 20 | Should Kids Have Cellphones in School for Emergencies? 09.09.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss whether kids should be allowed to have their cellphones in school in the event of an emergency. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, Bernita, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.

Ep 19 | The Mental Health and Well Being of Parents 05.09.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss The Surgeon General’s Advisory on the Mental Health and Well-Being of Parents. Want to learn more about the National Parents Union? Visit us at www.nationalparentsunion.org

Ep 18 | How Moms Can Make A.I. Work For Them 28.08.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss their favorite A.I. tools (like Ohai and Magic School), and how they can be used for parenting and in the classroom. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, Bernita, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.

Ep 17 | Back to School! 21.08.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed back to school prep, and the potential benefits for parents with Kamala Harris’ proposed “Opportunity Economy.” They also ponder the questions posed in The Atlantic: “Should parents stay home to raise kids? And should the government pay them for it?”

Ep 16 | The Moms Talk Tim Walz 13.08.2024

This week on NPU Live, the Moms discuss Tim Walz, his work on education in Congress and as governor of Minnesota, and how he might influence education policy in the Harris administration.  Want to learn more about the National Parents Union? Visit us at www.nationalparentsunion.org

Ep 15 | Summer Learning Opportunities 31.07.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss summer learning programs, and some important legislation that could get them funded. Want to learn more about the National Parents Union? Visit us at www.nationalparentsunion.org

Ep 14 | The Biden/Harris Shakeup 24.07.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss the Biden/Harris shakeup, and what they’re hopeful for in the next administration.  Want to learn more about the National Parents Union? Visit us at www.nationalparentsunion.org

Ep 13 | How to Talk to Your Kids About the Assassination Attempt 17.07.2024

This week on NPU live, the Moms discuss the attempted assassination of Donald Trump, and how to talk about it with your kids.

Ep 12 | What Parents Need to Know About Project 2025 10.07.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms are here to tell parents everything they need to know about Project 2025.  Want to learn more about the National Parents Union? Visit us at www.nationalparentsunion.org

Ep 11 | The First Presidential Debate 03.07.2024

The moms discuss the first Presidential debate and the Supreme Court ruling on Chevron Deference. Want to learn more about the National Parents Union? Visit us at www.nationalparentsunion.org

Ep 10 | The Parent Report Card 26.06.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss the Parent Report Card, a poll meant to convey how parents feel about their kids' teachers, schools and education system.

Ep 9 | The Best and Worst Places to Raise a Child 19.06.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss the root causes of child poverty, and what makes certain places “the best or worst to raise a child.”

Ep 8 | How To Tell Your Kids Their Former President Is a Felon 12.06.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms discuss how to talk to your kids about the conviction of a certain former president.

Ep 7 | Should Kids Have Their Phones at School? 05.06.2024

This week on NPU Live, the moms weigh the pros and cons of kids having their phones at school, call for better gun safety in our classrooms, and warn of the looming fiscal cliff in education.

Ep 6 | Moms Against Moms for Liberty 29.05.2024

This week on NPU live, the Moms discuss Moms for Liberty and how its mission contrasts with the important, impactful work NPU does for our kids and schools.

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