Shows
The Dean’s ListHas Columbia leadership learned their lesson on supporting terrorists?The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – As a throng of pro-Palestinian protesters stood on tables, beat drums, and unfurled banners in the reading room of Columbia University’s main library, Shipman responded decisively by immediately reaching out to the NYPD. She further stressed that the university condemns violence, anti-Semitism, and all forms of hate and discrimination...2025-05-1058 minThe Dean’s ListHarvard changes name of DEI office to Community and Campus Life – Ruse?The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Harvard’s decision to rename its DEI office as Community and Campus Life raises questions about underlying motives. Will its core mission persist unchanged, or is this merely a strategic maneuver to obscure actions from the Trump Administration? Explore this rebranding move and its potential impact on broader campus culture today.2025-05-0800 minThe Dean’s ListWill the Supreme Court greenlight a religious charter schoolThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The Supreme Court examines whether St. Isidore of Seville Catholic Virtual School can retain its charter amid disputes over the Free Exercise and Establishment Clauses. With arguments over religious expression in public education and accusations of bias, the ruling could potentially reshape First Amendment enforcement and address internal constitutional conflicts.2025-05-0758 minThe Dean’s ListThere is a literacy crisis in America but it’s deeper than you thinkThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – American education faces a profound literacy crisis: students can decode texts but struggle with critical comprehension and engagement with serious literature. Foundations of discernment, judgment, and intellectual heritage are neglected. By prioritizing self‑esteem over rigorous standards, schools fail to cultivate ethical development and literacy required for civic and academic success.2025-05-0658 minThe Dean’s ListLandmark ‘school choice’ bill in Texas offers great promise for educationThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Parents in Texas want more choices and Governor Abbott is complying with the creation of education saving plans. The law will provide up to $2,000 for homeschooling expenses and up to $30,000 for special education students who choose a different school by creating an education savings plan for students. This could be the blueprint for many other states to follow...2025-05-0358 minThe Dean’s ListThe importance of honoring the National Day of PrayerThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – As Americans observe the National Day of Prayer, we revisit devout colonial pleas to God—from Reverend Thomas Prince’s 1746 Boston fast rallying against the French fleet to Ben Franklin’s General Fast. Through hurricanes and wartime proclamations, prayer shaped our nation’s history, inspiring leaders and citizens to seek lasting divine guidance.2025-05-0258 minThe Dean’s ListWhat George Washington did as his first official act as President may shock youThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – When moral virtues are the center piece of education, every aspect of the student has the potential to flourish. Today we take a closer look at what a moral education looks like. Stories from the life of George Washington are full of such moral virtues. Today, we celebrate his First Inaugural Address and the moral virtue he displayed...2025-05-0158 minThe Dean’s ListWashington’s Newburgh address and the virtues to be discovered in American historyThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Washington’s Newburgh Address reveals how one moment of virtue and humility preserves a fragile new nation. I explore how educators can use this powerful historical event to teach civic and moral virtues like courage, patience, and faith. This address reminds us that character shapes history—and that teaching it shapes the future.2025-04-3058 minThe Dean’s ListTrump looks to remove accreditation to colleges and universities promoting DEIThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Trump recently signed an Executive Order that places the removal of DEI as part of the accreditation process. Trump tackles the removal of DEI from accreditation. The Department of Education said it will push existing accreditors to focus on lowering college costs, foster innovation, and deliver a high-quality education...2025-04-2958 minThe Dean’s ListHow will the Supremes rule on Mahmoud v TaylorThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Explore how the Supreme Court Justices responded to oral arguments in Mahmoud v. Taylor, debating parental authority, religious freedom, and LGBTQ+ educational content. Justice Jackson questioned burden on religious exercise, while Sotomayor and Alito clashed over same-sex marriage portrayal. Plus, Trump’s reaction to Harvard’s lawsuit, analysis and potential future implications.2025-04-2658 minThe Dean’s ListCalifornia Democrats unhappy with education! Tide shifting in the Golden State?The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Recent PPIC polling finds 51% of Californians believe public education is rapidly declining, while 49% say quality has significantly worsened. Voters back Trump’s ban on male athletes in women’s sports, with 65% overall approval and strong bipartisan support. Yet 71% oppose closing the Department of Education, including 74% of parents.2025-04-2558 minThe Dean’s ListCould Harvard lose its tax exempt statusThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Harvard faces scrutiny over its tax-exempt status following Donald Trump’s demand to remove DEI initiatives and combat anti-Semitism. The university rejects what it calls governmental overreach. With the IRS reportedly investigating, this standoff raises questions about political influence, educational autonomy, academic freedom, institutional oversight, and the boundaries of public-interest obligations.2025-04-2458 minThe Dean’s ListSCOTUS deliberates if parents have rights to protect kids from sexual indoctrinationThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The Supreme Court will decide if parents can opt-their elementary children out of instruction which includes books about same-sex playground romance and other heavily sexualized topics. The battle began in 2022 when the school district announced a list of books it was adding to its curriculum for students in Pre-Kindergarten through fifth grade...2025-04-2358 minThe Dean’s ListDo parents want a 4-day school week? The survey says…The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – There is a growing movement to reduce the school week from 5 days to 4 days with a majority of parents from Gen Z, Gen X, and Millennials who are in support of the change. Even though such a move is not without its challenges, highlighted by concerns of added stress and workload for both teacher and student, it would appear that support for a 4-day school week is growing...2025-04-2258 minThe Dean’s ListKristi Noem says Harvard has “spineless leadership!” Threatens ability to enroll foreign studentsThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – According to Noem, both grants “undermine America’s values and security,” adding that “With a $53.2 billion endowment, Harvard can fund its own chaos — DHS won’t." The knockout punch came when Noem suggested that Harvard could also lose its ability to enroll foreign students if it is not in compliance with reporting requirements...2025-04-1958 minThe Dean’s ListThe legal defense fund sues the DOE over DEIThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Lawsuits are mounting against the Trump Administration, with the NAACP and Legal Defense Fund challenging efforts to end DEI programs in public schools. The case argues that civil rights laws are being misinterpreted, while critics say the public’s lack of critical thinking is being exploited. With early wins, the Administration may have the Supreme Court on its side.2025-04-1858 minThe Dean’s ListHarvard refuses to comply due to an attitude of entitlementThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Harvard University has refused the Trump administration’s demand to dismantle DEI initiatives and alter protest, hiring, and admissions procedures. It rejects international admissions screening. President Alan Garber affirmed the institution’s independence. The Department of Education’s anti-Semitism task force criticized Harvard, emphasizing that federal funding requires adherence to civil rights laws.2025-04-1758 minThe Dean’s ListIntegrity should be at the foundation of American educationThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Discover why integrity must remain at the heart of American education. Reflecting on the unwavering honor of the Founding Fathers—especially John Adams—we explore how their commitment to truth and principle still speaks powerfully today. Join us for a timely reminder that integrity isn't just a virtue of the past, but a necessity for the future.2025-04-1658 minThe Dean’s ListGretchen Whitmer, Bill Maher – Is civility making a comeback?The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Trump acknowledged a visit from Michigan Democrat Governor Gretchen Whitmer. As he welcomed her to the White House, he commented on what a great job she was doing as Governor. Recently Democrat comedian Bill Maher spoke about his visit with President Trump and reported a similar outcome - that trump was respectful, kind, funny, and politely listened to Maher’s criticisms...2025-04-1558 minThe Dean’s ListCaught on tape: DEI cover-up at Florida UniversityThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – In this deep dive, I expose how a university plans to secretly continue DEI programs despite a statewide ban. Undercover footage reveals the president admitting to rebranding efforts to avoid detection while keeping $7 million in taxpayer funding. When confronted, he denies everything—until shown the tape. This is yet another attempt by the left to deceive the public.2025-04-1358 minThe Dean’s ListStates push reform as teacher prep continues to failThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Education is at a turning point, with lawmakers pushing math reforms and spotlighting teacher training failures. As states introduce dozens of new bills, real change still depends on quality classroom instruction. I explore why higher education programs fall short and how true progress in math education must start with better-prepared teachers, not just policy shifts.2025-04-1258 minThe Dean’s ListEducators still teaching CRT by removing the label of CRTThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Texas AG Ken Paxton is suing Coppell ISD after undercover footage revealed the district is secretly teaching Critical Race Theory under different labels. Superintendent Brad Hunt admitted to misleading the public and has since resigned. Meanwhile, a California teacher is under fire for political indoctrination. Parents and watchdogs continue exposing bias and deceit within the education system.2025-04-1000 minThe Dean’s ListColorado politicians are determined to destroy families!The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – It’s now a crime to misgender your child in Colorado as the law now deems it child abuse to do so. It doesn’t matter if parents insist their sons are boys. If the boy thinks he’s a girl, the parents can be charged. When will the insanity stop? One Republican Representative stated that 70% of the citizens of the state are opposed to the measure...2025-04-0958 minThe Dean’s ListDOE & DOJ unleash Title IX special investigators on schools’ gender policiesThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The newly formed team of special investigators, which includes attorneys and investigators from both departments, is tasked with expediting complaint resolutions. According to McMahon, such resolutions in the past have taken months and even years to complete. “Today’s establishment of the Title IX SIT will benefit women and girls across this nation who...2025-04-0858 minThe Dean’s ListUniversity of Michigan leadership says DEI is dead, do we believe them?The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – We question if the University is genuine in their desires to halt DEI. Leadership stated that individuals who previously worked on DEI initiatives would now “refocus their full effort on their core responsibilities.” If the university leadership is not upfront about who is being enriched by DEI, can we believe they are being honest when they tell us they are closing the program?2025-04-0558 minThe Dean’s ListSecretary McMahon: CA, ME school policies violate FERPAThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – As the Department of Education winds down, I expose how Maine and California are violating federal student privacy law by hiding gender identity information from parents. These actions are not just illegal—they're immoral. Parents deserve full access to their child’s educational records. I support Secretary McMahon’s stand to restore morality and lawfulness in our nation’s schools.2025-04-0458 minThe Dean’s ListIs a rogue judiciary the Dems’ final card to play?The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Through nationwide injunctions and lawsuits stopping Trump’s EO’s, the dems appear to be playing their final hand via the judiciary to thwart the will of the American people. Federal judges have simply usurped authority that does not belong to them in order to halt the will of the American people who have elected Trump to issue the orders he’s given...2025-04-0358 minThe Dean’s ListColumbia changes course as AFT suesThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – While Columbia appears to be getting its act together, others are seemingly upset that Columbia is being asked to shape up or ship out. The American Federation of Teachers (AFT) union and the American Association of University Professors (AAUP) filed a lawsuit accusing federal agencies of violating the First Amendment by “using funding cuts as a cudgel to...2025-03-2958 minThe Dean’s ListCongress and Speaker Johnson have the authority to stop the judicial overreachThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer outlined the Democrat playbook in a PBS interview last week. “We did put 235 judges — progressive judges … last year on the bench, and they are ruling against Trump time after time after time.” Since day one, Trump has been enduring leftist judges inserting their own political preferences into his executive decision-making process...2025-03-2958 minThe Dean’s ListA Kingdom Education lifts students above the level of mediocrityThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Kingdom Education empowers students to rise above mediocrity by inspiring purpose, passion, and excellence. Dr. Amy Davies of Regent University shares how connecting academic content to a student’s identity fuels a deeper love of learning. Through relationship-building and a classical mindset, educators can help students break free from average and pursue their God-given potential.2025-03-2758 minThe Dean’s ListSurvey shows parents overwhelmingly support closing the Department of EducationThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – A recent survey shows overwhelming support among parents for reducing the size of the Department of Education, with many backing its complete elimination. The findings highlight a strong preference for local control, increased parental influence in schools, and a shift away from federal oversight in shaping education policy across the...2025-03-2600 minThe Dean’s ListDismantling the cash cow of the Marxist Left from indoctrinating America’s youthThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – It’s time to dismantle the bureaucratic behemoth. In his speech prior to signing the order, Trump noted that America spends more money per pupil than any other country, but remains at the bottom of academic achievement with 70% of eighth graders below grade level in math and reading. Phase one to reclaim education in America starts by...2025-03-2558 minThe Dean’s ListWill these 3 points make education world class in America?The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The Nation’s Report Card shows that 69% of fourth graders are reading below grade level, while 70% of eighth-grade students are also reading below grade level. Math is not faring much better, with 60% of fourth graders below grade level and 72% of eighth graders below their grade level. Is there anyone in education who wants to be held accountable for what’s been happening for decades?2025-03-2258 minThe Dean’s ListIllinois school forcing girls to change clothes in front of male studentThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – A mother in Deerfield, IL, exposes how school staff force girls to change clothes in front of a male student claiming to be female. Parents voice outrage as officials block exits and ignore civil rights concerns. I reveal how federal agencies investigate similar violations, while activists continue pushing radical gender ideology in schools—at the expense of truth and safety.2025-03-2100 minThe Dean’s ListUniversities play bureaucratic games in addressing DEI, with Prof. Owen AndersonThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Dr. Owen Anderson teaches Philosophy and Religion at Arizona State University where he is a full tenured professor. He is also suing ASU for mandating DEI training for its employees. An act he says is in violation of Arizona state law. “Bureaucratic adjustments that satisfy the letter of the law without addressing the substance of the issue"2025-03-2058 minThe Dean’s ListColumbia feels the heat of federal investigationsThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Deputy Attorney General Todd Blanche recently announced that the DOJ is looking into whether Columbia violated civil rights and anti-terrorism laws in its handling of the campus-wide protests that erupted from the October 7 Hamas attack on Israel. “Let me be clear: Hamas is a terrorist organization. It has the blood of American citizens on its hands,”2025-03-1958 minThe Dean’s ListFrom St. Patrick’s Day to swamp draining, we’re telling it like it isThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Discover the true story of St. Patrick, from his enslavement to his powerful act of forgiveness as he returned to Ireland to spread the Gospel. Plus, a deep dive into the Trump Administration’s efforts to drain the swamp and the plummeting approval ratings of Democrats as they fight against America First policies.2025-03-1858 minThe Dean’s ListFrom George Washington to Officers of the Army, 15 March 1783The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – “Gentlemen, you must pardon me,” he softly said. “I have grown gray in the service of my country and now find myself growing blind.” Bill Bennet states, “The hardened soldiers fought back tears as they suddenly recalled Washington’s own sacrifices.” After their beloved General left the room, the men unanimously voted to give Congress more time...2025-03-1558 minThe Dean’s ListSenator Slotkin compares Americans to angry teenagers without fully formed brainsThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Elissa Slotkin, has been making the rounds lately. She shared her opinion about Americans on The View this past week ⎯ which nobody would have seen had the video not been posted to 𝕏. She claimed that, as a country, we are in our “angry teenager years.” She wondered aloud what parents do when they have angry teens who are trying to hurt themselves and...2025-03-1458 minThe Dean’s ListPrint books vs digital books: Which does the human brain prefer?The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Research shows reading from print books enhances comprehension, cognitive development, and attention span compared to digital screens. Children and students who engage with physical books develop stronger brain connections, while screen readers struggle with focus and retention. Discover why traditional books remain the preferred choice for...2025-03-1300 minThe Dean’s ListMarxists are feeling the effects of what it means to be pro-AmericaThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Maine stands to lose over $700,000 in federal funding because they refuse to follow the anti-discrimination laws of Title IX while Columbia is losing over $400 million for not stopping antisemitism on campus. Almost 80% of the country is adamantly opposed to men playing in women’s sports, but the government of Maine continues to defy what its citizens want..2025-03-1258 minThe Dean’s ListIn Earp-like fashion, Trump says, ‘All Federal Funding will STOP for schools that allow illegal protests’The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Columbia has scrambled to handle a recent protest at Barnard College wherein students took over several buildings in protest of the expulsion of two students accused of disrupting an Israeli history class. The problem with that statement lies in the word “continue.” If they are going to continue doing what they’ve been doing, then they’re not going to do anything...2025-03-1158 minThe Dean’s ListThe juxtaposition of MAGA vs Marxism in real-timeThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Trump put the plan on full display beautifully when he asked the Governor of Maine if she planned to follow his Executive Order of keeping men out of women’s sports during the Governor’s meeting at the White House. She took the bait. After openly sparring with Trump, the entire country now sees the radicalism taking place in Maine...2025-03-0858 minThe Dean’s ListDepartment of Education puts Columbia back under the microscopeThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Given Columbia’s ongoing inaction in the face of relentless harassment of Jewish students, the Federal Government’s Task Force to Combat Anti-Semitism is considering Stop Work Orders for $51.4 million in contracts between Columbia University and the Federal Government. Finally, we have a Department of Education willing to root out radicalism on...2025-03-0758 minThe Dean’s ListTeachers Union sues Department of Education over DEI policyThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The American Federation of Teachers claims the stance taken by the Department of Education violates the First Amendment free speech protections by “forcing schools to teach only the views supported by the federal government.” Yet somehow, it’s not a violation of the First Amendment to forbid a teacher to publicly express his or her religious beliefs in the classroom...2025-03-0658 minThe Dean’s ListMichigan schools push back against Trump’s DEI Feb 28 deadlineThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The DOE made it clear that it will no longer “tolerate the overt and covert racial discrimination that has become widespread in this nation’s educational institutions,” which are promulgated by DEI indoctrination. Educational leaders in Michigan, however, seem to disagree and are pushing back against Trump’s Executive Order banning DEI...2025-03-0558 minThe Dean’s ListConnecticut student sues Board of Education for educational negligenceThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Are we graduating students who can’t read or write? A recent lawsuit filed by a Connecticut student from Hartford Public High School makes that very claim. Nationally, roughly 70 percent of 8th-grade students are not proficient in mathematics, writing, or reading comprehension. Unless the education system goes through a complete overhaul, America will continue to suffer...2025-02-2858 minThe Dean’s ListLongevity program protects your brain from cognitive declineThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Want to boost brain function and protect your heart? Dr. Kyozo Ishikawa’s “1, 10, 100, 1,000, 10,000” regimen offers simple daily habits to enhance longevity and well-being. From reading and laughter to deep breathing, writing, and walking, these steps can improve cognitive function and cardiovascular health. Start small and build up for lasting benefits!2025-02-2700 minThe Dean’s ListLinda McMahon’s task, spinoff the work of the DOE while destroying its destructive spending projectsThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The cesspool of destructive, racist ideology had its headwaters at the DOE. Our teachers were being trained in racism so they could then pass it along to our students while the training was being funded by our tax dollars. The valuable funding the Department provides can continue under various other departments, while the DOE itself is abolished along with its spending on...2025-02-2658 minThe Dean’s ListTrump gives the Governor of Maine a lesson in civicsThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – During a meeting with all 50 governors, Trump questioned Maine’s Governor on complying with his Executive Order banning men from women’s sports. After a tense exchange over federal law, she vowed to see him in court. Trump welcomed the challenge, warning her political career may be over. The battle over cultural and legal authority continues.2025-02-2500 minThe Dean’s ListThe side of Thomas Jefferson you’ve probably never seenThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – I explore in detail a letter Jefferson wrote just a little over a year before his death to a young Thomas Jefferson Smith at the behest of the young man’s father. The letter is full of great advice which Jefferson lists in top ten fashion. He lists number one as “Never put off till tomorrow what you can do today.” He lists number ten as “When angry, count ten, before you speak; if very angry, an hundred.”2025-02-2258 minThe Dean’s ListCBS News reaches all time low!The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Once upon a time CBS feigned embarrassment over fake news stories. They even “fired” Dan Rather because of it. Those days are gone. CBS News is not a news outlet. While we’ve known this for a while, someone may be learning it for the first time. Henrik Isben stated that the pillars of society are the “spirit of truth and the spirit of freedom.” CBS News stands for neither...2025-02-2158 minThe Dean’s ListWhat brings the most awe to humanity may shock youThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – In Keltner’s study, not a single person mentioned their technology as a source of awe or how many likes and followers they have on social media. No one was awestruck by their new clothes, cars, or bank accounts. Keltner states, “Awe occurs in a realm separate from the mundane world of materialism, money, acquisition, and status signaling — a realm beyond the profane that many call the sacred.”2025-02-2058 minThe Dean’s ListIt’s ‘game over’ for the feds failed experiment in education!The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – President Trump has recently noted how American education is last in the world. The Nation’s Report Card continues to detail the lack of improvement in reading, writing, mathematics, and history. All of this has happened under the watchful eye of the Department of Education. “The federal experiment in education has failed. It is time for an act of restoration.”2025-02-1958 minThe Dean’s ListNo more racism! The Department of Education is turning out the DEI lightsThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – They’ve been getting away with toxically indoctrinating their students with the false premise that the United States is built upon “systemic and structural racism” and advanced discriminatory policies and practices for decades. They’ve pulled it off successfully because they’ve cloaked it under the heading of diversity, equity, and inclusion...2025-02-1858 minThe Dean’s ListOur society needs courage to make a comebackThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Aristotle taught that virtues like courage are learned by doing, not by teaching. True courage isn’t redefining reality to fit an agenda—it’s standing up for truth. Riley Gaines exemplified this by challenging injustice in women’s sports. Young people need real role models, as courage is only learned through action, not mere instruction.2025-02-1658 minThe Dean’s ListNew Jersey no longer requires literacy tests for teacher certificationThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen –The NEA wants to eliminate all barriers to teaching because that increases their number of dues-paying members, and when that’s your mission, student learning and quality control really aren’t priorities at all and so that’s a concern, for sure.” Eliminating the test will only further dumb down American students...2025-02-1458 minThe Dean’s ListWhy the left opposes Musk and TrumpThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Democrats are outraged as Elon Musk exposes government waste and fraud, aligning with Trump’s vision for accountability. Truth is taking center stage, from banning men in women’s sports to protecting parental rights. As the Left resists, America embraces a course correction—restoring fairness, dignity, and reality in society. The battle for truth is on!2025-02-1300 minThe Dean’s ListThe protection of women’s athletics is a lesson in safety, fairness, dignity, and truthThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – On Inauguration Day, President Trump signed an executive order to remove gender ideology from federal policy, reinforcing biological truth. The order bans men from women’s spaces and sports, revoking funds from non-compliant schools. Some states, like Michigan, are resisting, citing civil rights laws. The battle over fairness, safety, and truth continues.2025-02-1258 minThe Dean’s ListThe classical Christian approach: A conversation with Jacob AlleeThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The true purpose of education is to shape a child's character and mind. As parents seek alternatives to modern schooling, many are turning to classical Christian education. Jacob Allee explains how this approach fosters virtue, wisdom, and a love for truth, helping students discover their God-given purpose and live with clarity and conviction.2025-02-1158 minThe Dean’s ListFrom the darkness of communism to the light of freedomThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Growing up in communist Czechoslovakia, Zdenka Alexova experiences a world of fear, control, and suppression. She shares how the Marxist system crushes creativity, silences dissent, and dictates every aspect of life. From government-controlled education to confiscated property, she exposes the harsh realities of collectivism—and the powerful moment when she finally glimpses the light of freedom.2025-02-0858 minThe Dean’s ListDOE’s new look: From DEI staff cuts to pro-homeschooling blogThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The Department of Education is undergoing major changes, with 55 employees placed on leave in what appears to be a DEI-related move. Meanwhile, the agency's blog praises homeschooling as a transformative lifestyle. As Trump follows through on his promise to eliminate DEI, the future of federal education policy is shifting in unexpected ways.2025-02-0858 minThe Dean’s ListWhat is classical education?The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Classical education goes beyond reading great books—it’s a lifelong journey in truth, beauty, and goodness. In a deep conversation with Dr. David Stanton, we explore how it shapes students from Kindergarten through twelfth grade and beyond. Join us as we uncover the true essence of classical education and its lasting impact on learning and life.2025-02-0658 minThe Dean’s ListThe future of education under the Trump AdministrationThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Dr. Hutz Hertzberg, Chief Academic Officer at Turning Point Academy, shares insights on the future of education under the Trump Administration. We discuss school choice, vouchers, and the potential private school seat shortage. Plus, we examine government funding, the fate of the Department of Education, and the National Cathedral’s exclusion of Biblical Christianity in its prayer service.2025-02-0658 minThe Dean’s ListA Kingdom Education lifts students above the level of mediocrityThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – During my conversation with Dr. Amy Davies of Regent University, one word stands out—mediocrity. Kingdom Education challenges students to rise above it by igniting passion and purpose. Dr. Davies shares how building relationships and connecting learning to a student’s identity fuels excellence. A Kingdom Education empowers students to go beyond the bare minimum and embrace their full potential.2025-02-0458 minThe Dean’s ListTrump offers four reasons why the Department of Education is on its last legThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – President Trump’s Executive Order, Expanding Educational Freedom and Opportunity for Families, sets the stage for major education reform. By directing multiple federal departments to prioritize school choice, it signals a shift toward reducing the Department of Education’s role. This move could reshape funding, empower parents, and redefine the future of American education.2025-02-0258 minThe Dean’s ListIs DEI actually dead?The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Dr. Owen Anderson is challenging DEI policies at Arizona State University, exposing ideological training that defies state law. His lawsuit and Trump’s Executive Order highlight how universities rebrand DEI to bypass restrictions. While ASU claims compliance, the underlying agenda persists through euphemisms, signaling a broader bureaucratic strategy to maintain DEI principles under new labels.2025-01-3158 minThe Dean’s ListAmerican parents strongly support common sense in schoolsThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – A new survey reveals that most parents support common-sense reforms in public schools, emphasizing core academics over ideology. Key findings show strong opposition to grading for equity, race-based hiring, and gender identity policies without parental consent. Parents demand greater control over their children’s education, challenging the political agendas shaping today’s classrooms.2025-01-3058 minThe Dean’s ListAmericans welcome back the rule of lawThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Abraham Lincoln emphasized the importance of the rule of law, urging Americans to honor and uphold it for a just society. From immigration policies to defiant school leaders, today’s challenges echo his wisdom. As our nation grapples with leadership and legal adherence, Lincoln’s timeless call for reverence to the Constitution remains profoundly relevant.2025-01-2858 minThe Dean’s ListAre public schools resisting Trump’s Executive Orders?The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – A teachers union webinar urged resistance to Trump's immigration policies, highlighting the removal of protections at schools and churches. As public schools reaffirm commitments to equity and inclusion, the debate over DEI ideology intensifies. Federal agencies face scrutiny for circumventing executive orders, showcasing the ongoing clash over education, immigration, and cultural values.2025-01-2558 minThe Dean’s ListA revolution of common sense posits a Woke agenda in retreatThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Trump also signed an Executive Order ending all DEI and gender ideology in public education. The order requires all prior U.S. Department of Education guidance documents relevant to gender ideology to be rescinded. This includes a tip sheet on implementing Title IX regulations, a toolkit for creating “inclusive and nondiscriminatory school...2025-01-2458 minThe Dean’s ListThe separation of Church and State is a farceThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The notion of a strict separation between church and state is challenged, highlighting the presence of Christianity during the inauguration with prayers and Bible traditions. The discussion explores how this perceived myth is used to shift American beliefs, potentially undermining Judeo-Christian values, suggesting that the nation remains fundamentally connected to its Christian heritage.2025-01-2358 minThe Dean’s ListWhy it’s fitting Trump is inaugurated on the day we honor MLKThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Donald Trump’s inauguration coincides with Martin Luther King Jr. Day, highlighting a commitment to dismantling ideologies like DEI and CRT, which oppose King’s dream of character over color. Exploring the impact of education, political divides, and cultural narratives, this piece delves into the challenges and support surrounding efforts to restore historical accuracy and societal values.2025-01-2158 minThe Dean’s ListAre we graduating students who can’t read or write?The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – A Connecticut student is suing her school system for neglecting her learning disabilities, highlighting systemic failures in special education. Despite her self-advocacy, critical supports were denied, leaving her academically unprepared. With Hartford's low proficiency rates mirroring national trends, this case underscores the urgent need for education reform to prevent more students from being left behind.2025-01-1858 minThe Dean’s ListThe return of common sense to Washington DCThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The Protecting Women and Girls in Sports Act passes the House, ensuring fairness in federally funded athletics by banning males from competing in women’s sports. Speaker Johnson emphasizes common sense and accountability, while critics, like AOC, spark debates. The importance of staying engaged with elected leaders is highlighted for preserving fairness and representation.2025-01-1758 minThe Dean’s ListWant to protect your heart and mind? Follow these stepsThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Discover Dr. Kyozo Ishikawa's "1, 10, 100, 1,000, 10,000" health regimen, designed to boost brain function, improve cardiovascular health, and enhance overall well-being. From daily reading to taking 10,000 steps, each step promotes longevity and vitality. Learn how small, consistent habits can transform your mental and physical health for a more vibrant life.2025-01-1658 minThe Dean’s List5 health benefits of cultivating aweThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Experiencing awe can transform mental and physical well-being by shifting focus away from the self, fostering connection, and enhancing purpose. Studies reveal awe’s power to reduce stress, boost optimism, and promote prosocial behavior. By embracing awe-inspiring moments in nature and daily life, we cultivate deeper meaning, resilience, and a sense of belonging.2025-01-1558 minThe Dean’s ListWhat brings the most awe to humanity may shock youThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – With the onslaught of the indoctrination of gender ideology, critical race theory, and an inaccurate account of American history, awe is something that is no longer fostered in public education. We can reclaim the sense of awe and wonder in our students by encouraging young people to approach their lives inquisitively, turn off their phones, and enjoy...2025-01-1458 minThe Dean’s ListJust when we thought DEI was deadThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – As California faces devastating wildfires, misplaced priorities emerge. Chief Crowley’s focus on diversity, equity, and inclusion overshadows critical fire preparedness, while budget cuts and environmental policies worsen the crisis. With 163 million dead trees choking forests, critics call for urgent reforms to prioritize safety over politics in addressing the state’s escalating wildfire challenges.2025-01-1158 minThe Dean’s ListThe genius of inspiration in history’s greatest revolutionsThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Thomas Paine’s Common Sense inspired a shift in colonial thinking, sparking the movement for American independence. His words resonated like a call to action, reminding readers of freedom’s exile and urging them to build a refuge for liberty. Thomas Edison later praised Paine’s genius, reinforcing that true inspiration can ignite transformative change.2025-01-1058 minThe Dean’s ListSinister Soros should have received the Medal of TyrannyThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – A comparison of Jimmy Carter and Joe Biden highlights stark contrasts in leadership and values. While Carter honored American icons like John Wayne, Biden's decision to award George Soros sparks debate over national identity and global influence. This reflection explores their differing approaches and what they signify about the direction of America’s future.2025-01-0900 minThe Dean’s ListThe legend of Israel PutnamThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Israel Putnam’s bravery at Bunker Hill and his legendary wolf hunt embody the courage that shaped America’s heritage. His story is a timeless reminder of the sacrifices made by early patriots to preserve freedom. Today, we’re called to display the same courage in defending our values and traditions for future generations. Putnam’s legacy urges us to protect the ideals passed down by our forefathers.2025-01-0858 minThe Dean’s ListNew Jersey no longer requires literacy tests for teacher certificationThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – New Jersey’s elimination of the Praxis Core Test for teacher certification sparks concerns over education quality. Proponents cite a need to address teacher shortages, while critics warn of lowered standards driven by union influence. With learning loss still impacting students, the debate highlights tensions between accessibility and maintaining rigorous academic benchmarks for future educators.2025-01-0758 minThe Dean’s ListA tale of wealth: One loved the country, one exploited itThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Explore the contrast between two influential figures: Haym Salomon, a Polish immigrant who funded the Continental Army, and John D. Rockefeller, a wealthy oil magnate who reshaped education to serve his agenda. Discover how their legacies reflect patriotism versus power, revealing a deeper narrative about wealth, influence, and the fight for American principles.2025-01-0558 minThe Dean’s ListThe Biden administration continues to fuel hatred for AmericaThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Radicalized military members and federal DEI initiatives are shaping a new cultural battleground. Pentagon documents reveal defense contracts funding race-based programs, while public education systems receive billions to embed equity-centered training. Critics argue these efforts aim to reshape conservative communities, fueling deeper political divides and undermining patriotism across the nation.2025-01-0558 minThe Dean’s ListThe understood power of wordsThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – As we welcome 2025, we reflect on the power of words—spoken, written, and internal. Exploring Proverbs 16:24, this piece highlights how gracious words nourish the soul and promote health. Dive into the connection between self-talk, well-being, and New Year's resolutions, encouraging a fresh start with positive language to create a healthier, happier you this year.2025-01-0357 minThe Dean’s ListAmerica can still be a ‘city upon a hill’The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – John Winthrop envisioned a society rooted in Christian Charity, laying the foundation for the Massachusetts Bay Colony as a "City upon a Hill." Centuries later, Ronald Reagan echoed this vision, applying it to America's destiny as a beacon of hope and leadership. This reflection inspires us to reignite the light of hope for all the world to see.2025-01-0200 minThe Dean’s ListMajor media CEO: Truth reverence distracts from progressThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Wikipedia’s reliability is questioned as a former Wikimedia CEO admits its focus isn’t on truth but consensus. This mindset, rooted in leftist ideology, is eroding media, education, and societal values. Truth, unshakable and universal, is now redefined as subjective opinion. Challenging these narratives is essential to preserving intellectual and moral integrity for future generations.2024-12-3158 minThe Dean’s ListEric Adams admits that Democrats are radicalizing young peopleThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – New York City Mayor Eric Adams warns about the radicalization of youth, citing Marxist influences disguised as Democrats. Highlighting survey data on shifting perceptions of the Founding Fathers, he urges action against the indoctrination teaching young people to hate America. Adams’ message is a wake-up call for preserving patriotic values and safeguarding the nation’s future.2024-12-2958 minThe Dean’s ListWashington’s Christmas Day CrossingThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Discover the untold backstory of Washington crossing the Delaware, a pivotal moment that turned the tide in the War for Independence. Explore themes of courage, friendship, betrayal, and Providence, uncovering why this iconic event holds a lasting place in American hearts. Dive into original source material and rediscover this timeless story of inspiration and resilience.2024-12-2758 minThe Dean’s ListTop 3 things Americans voted against November 5The Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – DEI, Marxism, and gender indoctrination were central to the November ballot as Americans rejected these ideologies. With Trump’s victory, voters signaled a demand to dismantle policies linked to DEI, progressive Marxism, and controversial education practices. This decisive moment highlights a shift toward reclaiming traditional values and priorities in governance, education, and cultural identity.2024-12-2258 minThe Dean’s ListAmericans called, they want their children backThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Grassroots organizations like Citizens Defending Freedom are championing parental rights. A Florida court ruling now grants parents access to review controversial mental health curricula. Legal battles, including U.S. v. Skrmetti, highlight debates over constitutional parental authority and children’s health. The Supreme Court’s decisions may restore critical rights amid escalating cultural and legal disputes.2024-12-2058 minThe Dean’s ListBiden and Trump… two sides of the same presidential coinThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – While on the campaign trail last March, Trump vowed to undo the Biden administration’s expansion of Title IX protections to include gender identity the first day he stepped into the Oval Office. Trump has also repeatedly stated he would stop the Department of Education from using taxpayer money to “indoctrinate America’s youth with all sorts of...2024-12-1858 minThe Dean’s ListChanges to education are expected now that Trump is backThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – In Pennsylvania and West Virginia, public schools forbid displays of "In God We Trust" and the Ten Commandments, reflecting a shift from America’s original educational purpose. States like Oklahoma, Texas, and Louisiana are reversing this trend by reintroducing religious elements into classrooms, sparking debates about education, faith, and the Founding Fathers’ vision.2024-12-1758 minThe Dean’s ListUniversity accreditation drops DEI standardsThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – The WSCUC proposes removing diversity, equity, and inclusion (DEI) from accreditation standards, shifting focus to institutional excellence and student success. Critics claim political motives, but this reflects what voters demand: abolishing DEI as an ideological restriction. Universities must prioritize excellence over identity, fulfilling the American people's desire for meaningful education reform.2024-12-1458 minThe Dean’s ListMarxist education has brought us to the brink of destructionThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – In this broadcast, we highlight the destructive education that Marxists brought to us. From Germany’s new radical gender self-identification law to a Southern California school district paying $12,000 to a Marxist-lead gender ideology organization to train its school teachers, Marxism in education will continue to destroy the country and the world until it is completely eradicated.2024-12-1258 minThe Dean’s ListJudge allows student lawsuit over school’s gender policies to proceedThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – C.S. Lewis’s The Screwtape Letters provides a striking lens for understanding today’s cultural and educational battles. From pronoun policies to constitutional rights, the erosion of truth and reason is evident. In Fairfax County schools, students challenge ideology that clashes with faith, free speech, and fairness, inspiring hope for reclaiming reason.2024-12-1258 minThe Dean’s ListCongress to reshape how Communism is taught in public K12 schoolsThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – “Communism is one of the most destructive political ideologies the world has ever seen,” Rep. Salazar said. “The Crucial Communism Teaching Act is important because our youth must remember the crimes of the communists, including those inflicted upon my constituents and their families in Florida’s 27th district.” Stated Rep Salazar, sponsor of the Bill...2024-12-1058 minThe Dean’s ListThree reasons why DEI is deadThe Dean’s List with Host Dean Bowen – Americans are fed up with Wokism ruling the day, and their voices have been heard loud and clear. One of the consequences of Trump winning this election, this mandate if you will, has been the death of DEI. DEI is grasping for its final breath in academia as well as the corporate world. DEI is not diverse, it is not equitable, and it is not inclusive...2024-12-0858 min