Stacey & Patrice welcome in Lyndon Pryor, the President & CEO of the Louisville Urban League, to discuss the work the org does in Louisville, KY, in helping to foster economic empowerment for historically underserved urban communities, focusing on jobs, justice, education, health, housing, and business. The group also discusses ways in which Urban Leagues across the country try to find innovative approaches to serve community’s needs through programmatic and policy efforts.

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Get ready to unpack the Big Beautiful Bill and the Educational Choice for Children Act (ECCA) with pod friend, Seth Rau. Starting January 1, 2027, this act allows tax-deductible donations up to $1,700 for scholarships, creating the largest school choice program in US history. But is it a win for education? We'll dive into who qualifies (students at 300% of their county's median income) and tackle tough questions remaining - fraud, public school funding cuts, and the impact on vulnerable students.

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Our former co-host Nick Zaveri returns, to expose the 'One Big Beautiful' bill's hidden impact on higher education! We're diving deep into how this legislation could drastically change your path to advanced degrees. This conversation highlights the inequities created by these policies and underscores why staying informed and engaged is more critical than ever. Tune in to understand how the bill could redefine your future in higher education.

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