BustED Pencils

Civic Media
Civic Media
BustED Pencils; Fully Leaded Education Talk is a powerful radio show/podcast dedicated to public education. BustED Pencils is known for its commitment to the hard facts with a humorous twist. Hosts Dr. Tim Slekar and Dr. Johnny Lupinacci cover the “real” issues in education. The show establishes an alternative space and discusses education reform from an entirely progressive perspective. Our approach is funny, edgy, passionate, witty and gritty and features an array of guests. BustED Pencils explores the political and commercial influences behind education policy. We deliver trending education news without the jargon, and most importantly, we promote a vision of public schools that all children deserve. BustED Pencils appeals to ”your neighbor”—parents, grandparents, guardians, teachers, policymakers, taxpayers and students alike.

Big Bill Bummer
Jul 5, 2025
43:00

4th of July Spectacular, Producer’s Choice Show
Guests: Dr. Johnny Lupinacci, Dr. Tim Slekar
Jul 4, 2025
32:40

Lumberjacks of All Trades- Class in Session
Jul 2, 2025
26:04


Confederacy of Accreditation
Jun 28, 2025
43:03

BustED Pencils Goes To Hollywood! Producer’s Choice Show
Guests: Dr. Johnny Lupinacci, Dr. Tim Slekar
Jun 27, 2025
26:30

Academic Freedom v. Decency- CiS
Jun 25, 2025
34:25


Bringing Democracy to the Democrats
Jun 21, 2025
43:00

Build-A-Department, Producer’s Choice Show
Guests: Dr. Johnny Lupinacci, Dr. Tim Slekar
Jun 20, 2025
33:30