Unraveling Education Podcast
Unraveling Education Podcast
Join former School Board Trustee Danielle Ford for the podcast that’s part story-telling, part information, and part “whodunnit”.
We’ll be investigating the underlying issues harming the Public Education System, and identifying the key players involved.
🎙 Welcome to Unraveling Education – where we pull back the curtain on school district politics, power plays, and public education profiteering.
I’m Danielle Ford, former Trustee of the Clark County School District (CCSD)—the fifth-largest school district in the nation—and now a Nevada State Board of Education member.
Over the years, I’ve had a front-row seat to billions of dollars in spending, political backroom deals, and strategic corruption happening not just in CCSD, but across public education. And trust me—this is a story worth telling.
⚡ But let’s be clear—I’m not here to tear down public education.
I’m an advocate for ethical reform, accountability, and policies that actually serve students, educators, and communities. Exposing corruption isn’t about destroying the system—it’s about making it work the way it should.
🎭 What to Expect:
📖 Storytime Episodes – These are the heart of the podcast. I share firsthand experiences from my time on the board, the unexpected twists, the battles fought, and the lessons learned.
🔍 Deep Dives & Investigations – Following the money, exposing shady deals, and connecting the dots behind the scenes.
🎙 Interviews & Expert Insights – From whistleblowers to educators, we bring in key voices to help uncover what’s really happening in education.
✨ Where to Start?
Jump in wherever you like—but if you want the full story, the Storytime episodes are where it all unfolds. Whether you start from Season 1’s “Diary of a New School Board Trustee” for a first-hand look into school boards and governance corruption or dive straight into Season 2’s Pandemic-themed episodes, you’ll get a binge-worthy breakdown of what’s really happening in public education.
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Season 2
The Pandemic Begins: Fear, Chaos & The School Shutdown That Changed Everything [Storytime]
This is the real, unfiltered story of how the COVID-19 pandemic hit the education system—and how power, politics, and profit shaped the decisions that changed millions of lives.
• What really happened behind closed doors?
• Why did school leaders refuse to shut down—until they had no choice?
•Who was pulling the strings behind the scenes?
This is Season 2, Episode 1 of Unraveling Education; we’re diving deep into the chaos, corruption, and consequences of pandemic-era school decisions.
This is the real, unfiltered story of how the COVID-19 pandemic hit the education system—and how power, politics, and profit shaped the decisions that changed millions of lives.
• What really happened behind closed doors?
• Why did school leaders refuse to shut down—until they had no choice?
•Who was pulling the strings behind the scenes?
This is Season 2, Episode 1 of Unraveling Education; we’re diving deep into the chaos, corruption, and consequences of pandemic-era school decisions.
Season 1
Diary of a New School Board Trustee [Storytime]
Why I ran for the Clark County School Board, what it was like as 1 of 10 candidates in the Primary election, the differences when it came down to 2 of us for the November General election, what happened in the 7 weeks before swearing in as Trustee, and the absolutely mind-boggling events that occurred during my 1st 6 months on the board.
Why I ran for the Clark County School Board, what it was like as 1 of 10 candidates in the Primary election, the differences when it came down to 2 of us for the November General election, what happened in the 7 weeks before swearing in as Trustee, and the absolutely mind-boggling events that occurred during my 1st 6 months on the board.
Racism in Schools, Anti-racism Policy, and CRT
We discuss the horrific racial targeting that happened to Akiko and Jshauntae’s children at school, which then led to: them organizing the community and launching a movement, me going viral for being racist, the creation of a district-wide anti-racism policy, and ultimately our friendship.
We discuss the horrific racial targeting that happened to Akiko and Jshauntae’s children at school, which then led to: them organizing the community and launching a movement, me going viral for being racist, the creation of a district-wide anti-racism policy, and ultimately our friendship.
History of School Boards & Why They’re Under Attack
The history of school boards and why they are so important to you and to your voting rights. I’ll begin to explain how all public school boards in America are under attack. Then fill you in on the current state of the Clark County School Board and the recent events that have chipped away at the trustees’ power even more.
The history of school boards and why they are so important to you and to your voting rights. I’ll begin to explain how all public school boards in America are under attack. Then fill you in on the current state of the Clark County School Board and the recent events that have chipped away at the trustees’ power even more.
Brainwashing the School Board at Harvard [Storytime]
You’ll hear about my experience visiting Harvard University for school board training, some of the interesting people I met, and how I realized that all of the school board Trustees in attendance were being brainwashed.
You’ll hear about my experience visiting Harvard University for school board training, some of the interesting people I met, and how I realized that all of the school board Trustees in attendance were being brainwashed.
Board Member Bought by Billionaires [Storytime]
The questionable change to board governance a Trustee tried to sneak though for approval at a board meeting. I’ll take you through that meeting play by play. You’ll learn about that board member’s employment and candidate background. The names of the donors who funded their electron are sure to shock you and leave you with the same questions I had.
The questionable change to board governance a Trustee tried to sneak though for approval at a board meeting. I’ll take you through that meeting play by play. You’ll learn about that board member’s employment and candidate background. The names of the donors who funded their electron are sure to shock you and leave you with the same questions I had.
Houston, we have a Problem! & his name is AJ Crabill [Storytime]
You’ll learn the complete background of AJ Crabill aka “the mysterious stranger” & his sinister agenda for the Clark County School District. Then an update on the happenings in CCSD & the Superintendent Jara saga. I’ll explain the snazzy conference we attended with other school boards across the country, the national vendors we were introduced to, and the “really scary, frightening” epiphany that was had.
You’ll learn the complete background of AJ Crabill aka “the mysterious stranger” & his sinister agenda for the Clark County School District. Then an update on the happenings in CCSD & the Superintendent Jara saga. I’ll explain the snazzy conference we attended with other school boards across the country, the national vendors we were introduced to, and the “really scary, frightening” epiphany that was had.
CCSD Superintendent Search, Chiefs for Change & Broadies Scam, Educational "Reforms" ...and more!
Joining me in this episode is CCSD educator, Robert Cowles. We discuss the upcoming CCSD Superintendent Search and history, National Superintendent training programs such as: Chiefs for Change, Broad Academy, etc. We both share our thoughts on what qualities the future leader of the Clark County School District should possess, what selection process should be used, and the Nevada State Legislature’s role in all of this.
Joining me in this episode is CCSD educator, Robert Cowles. We discuss the upcoming CCSD Superintendent Search and history, National Superintendent training programs such as: Chiefs for Change, Broad Academy, etc. We both share our thoughts on what qualities the future leader of the Clark County School District should possess, what selection process should be used, and the Nevada State Legislature’s role in all of this.
Charter Schools, Privatization Agendas, & the Denver School District Takeover
My guest for this episode is Mike DeGuire. Mike was a principal in Denver, Colorado for 12 years, where he witnessed privatization agendas play out that led to half of the Denver School District being taken over by Charter Schools.
My guest for this episode is Mike DeGuire. Mike was a principal in Denver, Colorado for 12 years, where he witnessed privatization agendas play out that led to half of the Denver School District being taken over by Charter Schools.
2024 Election- I’m running for Nevada Board of Education & supporting these CCSD School Board Candidates
In this special 2024 Election Episode, I’ll explain why I semi-impulsively decided to run for Nevada Board of Education & showcase 3 candidates who are running for the Clark County School Board
In this special 2024 Election Episode, I’ll explain why I semi-impulsively decided to run for Nevada Board of Education & showcase 3 candidates who are running for the Clark County School Board
The Jesus Jara Chronicles: Part 1
This episode chronicles Jesus Jara’s employment as Superintendent before during and after my term on the Clark County school board. It includes the chaos he purposely crafted and the destruction he caused so that he could remain employed and continue to gain power.
This episode chronicles Jesus Jara’s employment as Superintendent before during and after my term on the Clark County school board. It includes the chaos he purposely crafted and the destruction he caused so that he could remain employed and continue to gain power.
The Jesus Jara Chronicles: Part 2
We’re really getting into the heat of Jesus Jara’s corruption in CCSD now, friends!
Learn about the scheme to get Superintendent Jara’s contract extended, the time he was fired… and then unfired… and way more!
We’re really getting into the heat of Jesus Jara’s corruption in CCSD now, friends!
Learn about the scheme to get Superintendent Jara’s contract extended, the time he was fired… and then unfired… and way more!
The Jesus Jara Chronicles: Part 3
Book Bans & Voucher Plans: The TRUTH about Moms for Liberty
Learn what Moms for Liberty really is and who’s behind them, the long history of book bans, the obsession with transgender policies, the WHY behind anti-CRT initiatives, and the REAL agenda that’s propelling all the chaos surrounding public education in America.
This episode is a binge of “The Education Wars” by Jennifer Berkshire & Jack Schneider.
Learn what Moms for Liberty really is and who’s behind them, the long history of book bans, the obsession with transgender policies, the WHY behind anti-CRT initiatives, and the REAL agenda that’s propelling all the chaos surrounding public education in America.
This episode is a binge of “The Education Wars” by Jennifer Berkshire & Jack Schneider.
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