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“Our State of Education,” presented by The Skillman Foundation, brings together the diverse voices that are shaping the future of learning in Michigan.Hosted by Angelique Power, president and CEO of The Skillman Foundation, with WJR’s Lloyd Jackson, the series explores how schools, communities, and policymakers are reimagining education to better support youth in a rapidly changing world.From K–12 classrooms to afterschool and summer programs, we spotlight the innovations transforming how young people learn and lead. Tune in for candid conversations with students, parents, educators, business leaders, and lawmakers as they share the challenges they face—and the solutions they’re building.
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Signup to Generate a Pitch“Our State of Education,” presented by The Skillman Foundation, brings together the diverse voices that are shaping the future of learning in Michigan. Hosted by Angelique Power, president and CEO of The Skillman Foundation, with WJR’s Lloyd Jackson, the series explores how schools, communities, and policymakers are reimagining education to better support youth in a rapidly changing world.
Our State of Education is hosted by Angelique Power. The show has published 18 episodes to date.
Recent episodes include "A Place to Belong: Immigration and Education" (6 October 2026, 42 minutes), "School Safety Through Students’ Eyes" (16 September 2026, 42 minutes), and "The Role of Philanthropy and Nonprofits" (6 July 2026, 42 minutes).
Our State of Education publishes roughly monthly, with episodes averaging 39 minutes across 18 episodes.
Booking probability for Our State of Education is 38%, and the host is rated Selective on guests. Our State of Education requires a Pod Score of 80 or higher. Our State of Education's contact route on record: verified email.
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Angelique Power hosts Our State of Education, an education podcast with 18 episodes published.
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Episode #17
Oct. 5, 2026 ~ For immigrant and newcomer families, education can be one of the first connections to a new community. Schools can help young people build confidence, help families understand unfamiliar systems, and...
Episode #16
Sept. 14, 2026 ~ School safety is often discussed in terms of policies, procedures, and headlines. But for students, safety is personal. Safety influences whether students feel welcomed, supported, and able to focus on...
Episode #14
July 6, 2026 ~ Strong communities are built by people who choose to show up for one another. Across Michigan, nonprofits, foundations, businesses, government agencies, and community organizations work every day to...
Episode #13
June 1, 2026 ~ We are builders here in Michigan. Yes, autos. Yes, new tech start-ups. Yes, the future of mobility. Yes, award-winning waterfronts; Yes, music and art that have shaped American culture. But more quietly...
Episode #12
May 4, 2026 ~ Detroit’s new mayor is putting young people at the center of city government, and this episode looks at how that vision is taking shape. Hosts Angelique Power of The Skillman Foundation and WJR’s Lloyd...
April 13, 2026 ~ Michigan’s public education system is entering an important new chapter, shaped by statewide decisions that affect classrooms, communities, and students across the state. At The Skillman Foundation, we...
Episode #10
March 9, 2026 ~ We are taking a step back to examine one of the most important and least understood parts of Michigan’s education system: how public schools are funded. From Proposal A to more recent policy updates...
Episode #9
Feb. 16, 2026 ~ We’re going behind the news desk to get the scoop on what is happening in schools from local education reporters Lori Higgins, bureau chief at Chalkbeat Detroit, Isabel Lohman, education reporter at...
Jan. 12, 2026 ~ We’re looking back at the major education policy shifts of 2025—nationally and here in Michigan—and exploring what they indicate for the year ahead. At The Skillman Foundation, we believe every citizen...
Dec. 1, 2025 ~ Skillman Foundation CEO Angelique Power discussed the importance of parent involvement in education, highlighting the essential role parents play in shaping the education system and supporting their...
Episode #6
Nov. 9, 2025 ~ What shapes a child’s future? In this episode, we examine the conditions Michigan kids are growing up in—from poverty and education to health and housing—and how policy decisions impact their well-being...
Episode #5
Oct. 6, 2025 ~ Improvements and innovations are happening in Detroit schools that Michigan can learn from. Listen in as Angelique Power sits down with Lawrence Hood, CEO of the charter school district Detroit Academy of...
Episode #4
Sept. 8, 2025 ~ We sat down with three Michigan high school students–Messiah Bethel (senior at Jalen Rose Leadership Academy), Leela Dahabra (junior at the International Academy in Oakland County), and Grace Geresy...
August 4, 2025 ~ Featured guest john powell, director of the Othering and Belonging Institute at UC Berkeley, joins Angelique Power and Lloyd Jackson for a timely conversation about how we can come together across...
July 7, 2025 ~ Michigan currently ranks 41st in educational outcomes. What will it take to change that? In this episode, Angelique Power and Lloyd Jackson speak with Michigan gubernatorial hopefuls about their visions...
June 2, 2025 ~ What happens when leaders from opposite sides of the aisle come together to tackle Michigan’s education challenges? This episode examines bipartisan efforts to enhance K-12 education, with a focus on...
Our State of Education
“Our State of Education,” presented by The Skillman Foundation, brings together the diverse voices that are shaping the future of learning in Michigan. Hosted by Angelique Power, president and CEO of The Skillman...
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