Part 1: Beyond Lesson Plans: How Teachers Navigate Tech, Bullying & A Lack Of Connection In The Classroom | Pop’s Power Shift: From Madonna To Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan And Olivia Rodrigo

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Monday, August 25, 2025 - 27 minutes

Part 1: Beyond Lesson Plans: How Teachers Navigate Tech, Bullying & A Lack Of Connection In The Classroom

• A new school year is underway, and teachers aren’t just juggling lesson plans, but are navigating a maze of social media drama, tech distractions, and the emotional needs of their many students. This week, in part one of this two-part story, two educators join us to share how they’re navigating the often-invisible challenges that follow kids into the classroom.

Pop’s Power Shift: From Madonna To Taylor Swift, Chappell Roan And Olivia Rodrigo

• Earlier this month, the online announcement of Taylor Swift’s twelfth studio album, “The Life of a Showgirl” almost crashed YouTube because millions of Swifties flooded the platform. This week – We cover how female pop stardom has reached record new heights and how early female pop stars like Madonna paved the way for future musicians in this genre.

Viewpoints Explained: The Race To Improve Cancer Screening And Detection

• Researchers are utilizing the latest in artificial intelligence to see if it could be a key partner in helping to improve the speed, accuracy, and reliability of catching cancer early.

Culture Crash: “Barbarian” Film Director Zach Cregger Does It Again With "Weapons"

• Synopsis: We review the new horror film, “Weapons” directed by Zach Cregger and starring Ozark alum Julia Garner, Oppenheimer standout Aldren Ehrenreich and Academy Award nominee Josh Brolin.

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