Segment 1: An article from The Atlantic sparked debate over the merits of gym class last year.
Gym class in school is supposed to be fun. But according to a study, it may have a negative impact on students. In today's conversation, we explore the merits of gym and how a new crop of physical education teachers is trying to make P.E. enjoyable for every kid.
- Alia Wong, staff writer, The Atlantic
- Nick Williamson, P.E. teacher, Crossroads Academy - Quality Hill
- Stephanie Dickson, instructional coach for physical education, KCK Public Schools
Segment 2, beginning at 29:10: Wall Street Journal art critic comes home.
Before becoming the resident art critic at the Wall Street Journal, Terry Teachout grew up in a small town in Missouri. He talks to us about his roots, art, and career as a writer.
- Terry Teachout, drama critic, Wall Street Journal
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