Mike Hixenbaugh

In a gripping discussion, investigative journalist Mike Hixenbaugh tackles the heated culture wars infiltrating public schools. The conversation kicks off with Hixenbaugh's shocking personal experience when a protest turned his front yard into a battleground over race and politics. He examines how schools embody broader societal tensions, especially around diversity, equity, and inclusion. Hixenbaugh also explores the fierce opposition at school board meetings, shedding light on the emotional toll on educators and highlighting the role of misinformation in shaping public perceptions.

Mike Hixenbaugh, a senior investigative reporter for NBC News and author of "They Came for the Schools," dives into the heated education battles in Southlake, Texas. He discusses how local school boards are becoming battlegrounds for broader ideological conflicts, particularly regarding diversity and inclusion. Hixenbaugh reveals how a seemingly nonpartisan diversity plan became a flashpoint for political division and how national conservative groups have adapted these local strategies. His insights touch on the experiences of marginalized families and the complex dynamics of suburban identity.

Author Mike Hixenbaugh discusses the history of Southlake, revealing conflicts over diversity, equity, and inclusion. The podcast explores the impact of exclusionary zoning policies, challenges of school desegregation, rise of private Christian schools, and confronting racism in a community.

Elle Reeve, a CNN correspondent and author of "Black Pill," and Mike Hixenbaugh, a senior NBC News reporter and author of "They Came for the Schools," dive into the alarming rise of far-right movements in America. They discuss how suburban moms have propelled anti-DEI activism in schools, paralleling the alt-right's fervor. The conversation explores radicalization through online communities, the influence of fear-driven narratives, and the troubling intersections of ideology, race, and education that shape America's current cultural wars.

Mike Hixenbaugh, an NBC News reporter known for his investigation into a Texas medical school leasing body parts, discusses alarming military escalations between Israel and Hezbollah. He delves into the troubling ethics of using unclaimed corpses for medical training without family consent. The conversation also touches on the implications of these actions and the impact they have on vulnerable families, shining a light on systemic failures in communication surrounding body donation practices.