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Unfiltered Education

Unfiltered Education

By: Brian J. Stephens
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Summary

By Educators. For Educators.

Public education is facing new challenges, and it is time for honest conversations about what school districts are up against.


Unfiltered Education is hosted by Brian J. Stephens, CEO and founder of Caissa K12, an organization that helps public school districts strengthen enrollment, recruitment, retention and family engagement.

Through candid conversations with superintendents, policymakers and education leaders, the podcast explores the biggest issues affecting public schools today, including chronic absenteeism, declining enrollment, student recruitment, funding challenges and policy changes.


Each episode goes beyond the headlines to share real experiences, practical strategies and solutions public school leaders can use in their own communities.


Have a topic you would like us to cover or a guest you would like to see featured on the show? Email Elizabeth@caissaps.com

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Episodes
  • When Did It Become Taboo to Support Public Schools? (Part 2)

    When Did It Become Taboo to Support Public Schools? (Part 2)
    Nov 5 2026

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    In Part 2, Brian exposes how decades of manufactured narratives have turned public opinion and funding against public schools. Yet two-thirds of parents are satisfied with their own child’s school. His message? If school choice is about competition, every school should play by the same rules.
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    35 mins
  • When Did it Become Taboo to Support Public Schools?

    When Did it Become Taboo to Support Public Schools?
    Oct 29 2026

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    Why has supporting free public education, once considered the bed-rock of American democracy, suddenly become taboo? Brian isn't afraid to ask the uncomfortable questions that cut through modern political noise. Blending legal precision, military discipline, and a deep dive into historical philosophy, he challenges audiences to stop fighting over broken systems and start re-imagining what public education is actually for.
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    41 mins
  • Danny Bauer: Why Great School Leaders Walk Away

    Danny Bauer: Why Great School Leaders Walk Away
    Oct 21 2026

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    Why are schools struggling to keep great educators and attract the next generation of talent? Brian sits down with Danny Bauer, author, school leadership coach, and host of the Better Leaders, Better Schools podcast, to unpack what’s driving talented educators away. Danny challenges traditional K–12 hiring and retention strategies and shares what leaders can do differently to create a culture where great people want to join, stay, and thrive.
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    46 mins
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