Andrew Bernstein, a philosophy professor at Marist College and author of 'Why Johnny Still Can’t Read or Write or Understand Math And What We Can Do About It', dives deep into the troubling decline of literacy and math skills in American education. He highlights the historical factors contributing to this decline, critiques ineffective teaching methods, and emphasizes the foundational role of reading. Bernstein passionately advocates for a return to phonics in teaching and shares practical advice for parents to foster a love of reading in their children.