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What's the BIG Idea? Podcast
Discussing the complexity, challenges and opportunities facing public education today.

What’s the BIG Idea features in-depth conversations about education from a variety of perspectives. The show is hosted by Montgomery County Public Schools (MCPS) superintendent Dr. Josh Starr and Chris Lloyd, teacher and vice-president of the Montgomery County Education Association (MCEA).
Episode 5- Frederick Hess
Josh Starr and Chris Lloyd speak with Frederick Hess, author, Cage-Busting Leadership
Episode 4- Randi Weingarten
Josh Starr and Chris Lloyd speak with Randi Weingarten, President, American Federation of Teachers
Episode 3- Michael Petrilli
Josh Starr and Chris Lloyd sit down with author Michael Petrilli.
Episode 2- Dr. Andrés Alonso
Josh Starr and Chris Lloyd sit down with Baltimore City Public Schools' CEO Dr. Andrés Alonso.
Episode 1- Sam Chaltain
Josh Starr and Chris Lloyd sit down with DC-based writer and education activist Sam Chaltain.
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