Sold a Story

American Public Media

Sold a Story is an investigative podcast about how kids learn — what works in the classroom, the science behind those insights and why that research often doesn’t make it into schools. Read more

Society & Culture Documentary Investigative

Episodes

S2 E6: Get Ready!

11/12/2026 00:27:41S2 E5: Why It Works

11/05/2026 00:24:19 S2 E4: What Can You Do for My Black Children?

10/29/2026 00:27:06S2 E3: The Forgotten Experiment

10/22/2026 00:31:15S2 E2: The Remedy Is Always Teaching

10/15/2026 00:27:36 Show all episodes

Our take on Sold a Story podcast

Cognitive scientists have long disputed the model implemented to help children learn how to read. However, this has not stopped the model's proponents from continuing its use and encouraging comprehensive implementation. As a result, the current education system is considered highly flawed, especially for children. Emily Hanford discusses the fundamentals of influential authors whose work supports the seemingly ineffective learning models. Looking into companies that distribute their work as well, this podcast digs deep into the heart of the ailing education system. You will understand how educators have gotten it wrong and the inevitable consequences. Sold a Story is a Documentary podcast by American Public Media