HasanAbi Yep! Homeschooling Should Be Illegal (Nick Shirley Interview)
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Jan 22, 2026 
Nick Shirley, an independent YouTuber known for his viral investigations into daycare fraud, joins the discussion. He shares how his Minnesota daycare video gained traction and its unexpected political ramifications. The conversation dives into his investigative methods, revealing licensing violations at the Quality Learning Center. They also debate the implications of homeschooling and the links between daycare centers and local politics. Plus, Shirley reflects on his motivations and the backlash from mainstream media, highlighting the contentious nature of his work.
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Viral Video Triggered Policy Action
- Nick Shirley's daycare exposé reached massive virality, amplified by high-profile shares like Elon Musk and JD Vance.
- The video triggered real policy responses, including frozen federal childcare funds in Minnesota.
On-Site Visit To Quality Learning Center
- Nick Shirley describes visiting Quality Learning Center and finding boarded windows and no phone contact.
- He argues those signs indicated the daycare was operating fraudulently without admitting children.
Violations Suggest Children Were Present
- Licensing reports showed violations at multiple centers, which actually indicated children had been present.
- Hasanabi argues audits disproved the claim that there were no children at these daycares.