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Growing Up In America: The Way It Is

Dr. Robert Sanborn

Growing Up in America is a production of Children at Risk: The Voice of Texas’ Children, a non-profit organization dedicated to research, public policy, law and collaborative action on behalf of Texas’ Youth.Each episode, we aim to fill these same 60 minutes with lively discussion on the children of Texas with experts on the quality of life for our children.

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57:47

Texas Charter School Expansion, Teacher Burnout and...

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2026/03/25

In this episode, Dr. Bob Sanborn is joined by co-host Natalie González, Development Coordinator at CHILDREN AT RISK. Between swapping stories about the evolving world of education and investigating the soft v. hard “looksmaxxing'' trend on social media, we’re diving into:Empowering Educators in 2026: Jessica Dirks, Partnership Director at K12 Coalition, brings her unique background in law and teaching to the conversation, unpacking the biggest challenges facing educators today, from burnout and

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57:18

AI Safety, HISD School Closures & Opportunity Youth

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2026/03/18

In this episode, Dr. Bob Sanborn and guest host Dr. Erica Hattery cover some of the most pressing issues in Houston and across Texas, from the future of artificial intelligence to major changes in public education and youth policy.How AI companies are making AI safer: AI safety expert and Houston City Council District C candidate Patrick Oathout joins to break down how AI systems are tested, the risks they pose, and why this matters at the local level.HISD Closes 12 schools: Senior education

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57:09

AI Hype in the Classroom, Talarico for President &...

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2026/03/12

In this episode, Dr. Bob Sanborn is joined by our newest co-host, Natalie González, former DJ and current CHILDREN AT RISK Development Coordinator. Between debating the gender-coded nuances of being “delulu” and Natalie’s uncanny resemblance to the lead singer of The Marías (check our IG and TikTok for the receipts!), we’re diving into:AI in the Classroom: Adrienne Williams, Research Fellow at the Distributed AI Research Institute, goes beyond the hype and breaks down the real risks that AI poses to

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57:14

Social Media Addiction, Texas Policy Advocacy, and...

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2026/03/05

Hosts Dr. Bob Sanborn and Dr. Erica Hattery explore the intersection of social media, youth mental health, and child care policy.In this episode:Social Media Literacy: How do families, educators and policy makers combat social media addiction in K-12 students?Child Care Advocacy: How are advocates and organizers making child care more affordable in Austin-- Texas most expensive city for child care?Houston’s Child Care Deserts: Are Houston families facing a child care crisis?Featured Guests:Jane Kim,

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52:58

Navigating School Choice: A Deep Dive into Texas'...

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2026/02/26

This week, guest hosts Megan Menchaca and Elizabeth Sander, education reporters at the Houston Chronicle, dive deep into the controversial Texas Education Freedom Account (TEFA) voucher program. Going beyond the political headlines, they explore:The Data: Do voucher programs truly expand high-quality options for lower-income families?The Systemic Changes: How will this shift impact funding and enrollment in public schools?The Real Stories: How are families navigating their choice options to find the

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56:46

Immigration Updates 2026, Racial Healing and the...

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2026/02/19

This episode of Growing Up in America tackles the urgent issues impacting Texas children, from the fallout of the federal government shutdown on immigration services to the shifting landscape of DEI and racial healing following the passing of Rev. Jesse Jackson. Dr. Bob Sanborn and Nely Sanchez host expert guests to discuss why 4,000 immigrant students have left HISD, the current satisfaction levels with K-12 education, and new findings from the "Paving the Way for Quality" child care report. Tune

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Growing Up in America: The Way it Is | February 11, 2026

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2026/02/11

Pediatric heart health, immigration policy's impact on public-school enrollment, and environmental justice in Houston. Hosts Dr. Bob Sanborn (CHILDREN AT RISK) and Owala Maima (CHILDREN AT RISK) reflect on Bad Bunny's historic performance before diving into how public health, immigration systems, and environmental policies affect children and families in Texas.This episode features Dr. John Higgins, Cardiologist and Professor at McGovern Medical School at UTHealth Houston, Senior education reporter

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58:06

Growing Up in America: The Way it Is | February 4, 2026

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2026/02/04

A new vaccine schedule, ICE's shifting policies, and local elections in Texas. In this episode of Growing Up in America: The Way it Is, our hosts Dr. Bob Sanborn, President and CEO of CHILDREN AT RISK, and Brian Greene, President and CEO of the Houston Food Bank, discuss the rapid evolution of public policy and what it means for civic engagement. Dr. Michael Chang, Associate Professor of Pediatrics and Pediatric Infectious Diseases at McGovern Medical School, examines current vaccination

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53:57

Growing Up in America: The Way it Is | January 28, 2026

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2026/02/02

Artificial intelligence in the classroom, the looming federal shutdown and a pivotal local election. In this episode of Growing Up in America: The Way it Is, our hosts Dr. Bob Sanborn, President and CEO of CHILDREN AT RISK, and Brian Greene, President and CEO of the Houston Food Bank, examine how public systems shape opportunity and inequities. Adrienne Williams, Research Fellow at DAIR (Distributed AI Research) breaks down how emerging AI technologies risk fueling inequities in education. Nadia

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55:46

Growing Up in America: The Way it Is | January 21, 2026

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2026/01/21

Childhood obesity, social media literacy and education policy. This week on Growing Up in America: The Way It Is, our guest hosts Bri Derry, Director of Media Activism (CHILDREN AT RISK) and Owala Maima, Producer on Growing Up in America, explore the policies and systems shaping children’s health and learning in Texas. Featuring Dr. Jaimie Davis (Acting Director of the School of Human Ecology at UT Austin) on nutrition and obesity, Jane Kim (Educator and Founder of KindEd) on social media literacy

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57:01

Growing Up in America: The Way it Is | January 14, 2026

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2026/01/14

Mid-terms elections, AI in education, the Superbowl and bold predictions for the new year! This week on Growing Up in America: The Way It Is, host Dr. Bob Sanborn (CHILDREN AT RISK) is joined by Dr. Chris Kulesza (Baker Institute for Public Policy at Rice University) for a special look ahead at 2026. Together with a panel of national and Texas-based experts, this episode explores pediatric health and vaccination trends, AI integration, major cultural moments in sports and entertainment, and what

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57:14

Growing Up in America: The Way it Is | January 7, 2026

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2026/01/07

Immigration policy, public education, and childcare stability take center stage this week on Growing Up in America: The Way It Is. Hosts Dr. Bob Sanborn (CHILDREN AT RISK) and Holly Durham (Texas A+ Challenge, CHILDREN AT RISK) start off the new year with a conversation on how Texas laws, education systems, and early childhood infrastructure are shaping the lives of children and families across the state.This episode features Krystal Gomez, Managing Attorney at the Texas Immigration Legal Council,

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Growing Up in America: The Way it Is | December 25, 2025

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2026/01/05

Co-hosts Dr. Bob Sanborn and Brian Greene are joined on this special holiday episode by some of our favorite 'friends of the pod'! Tune in for holiday jingles, memories, and surprise guests.

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56:59

Growing Up in America: The Way it Is | December 17, 2025

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2025/12/18

On this episode of Growing Up in America, Dr. Bob Sanborn and co-host Brian Greene, President & CEO of the Houston Food Bank, explore Texas immigration policy and loneliness as a public health crisis. Krystal Gomez, Managing Attorney at the Texas Immigration Legal Council, breaks down major immigration law developments and how ICE activities are impacting children and families. Stephen Ives, President & CEO of the YMCA of Greater Houston, discusses loneliness, how social service workers and

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58:06

Growing Up in America: The Way it Is | December 10, 2025

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2025/12/10

On this episode of Growing Up in America, Dr. Bob Sanborn, President and CEO of CHILDREN AT RISK and Owala discuss mental health, education, and child welfare in Texas. Guests include Naomi Madrid, Executive Director of Crisis Intervention Houston, Caroline Roberts, General Counsel and Senior Director of Public Policy, CHILDREN AT RISK, Dr. Valerie Jackson, Founder and CEO, Monarch Family Services and Policy to People, and Megan Menchaca, Senior Education Reporter, the Houston Chronicle. Tune in for

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56:18

Growing Up in America: The Way it Is | December 3, 2025

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2025/12/03

Flu season, the future of U.S. healthcare, and rising food insecurity. This week on Growing Up in America: The Way It Is, our hosts unpack the most pressing issues facing children and families. Hosts Dr. Bob Sanborn (CHILDREN AT RISK) and Brian Greene (Houston Food Bank) speak with experts from Houston and New York City about how policy shifts, public health trends, and community challenges are shaping childhood in America.Featured guests include Dr. Michael L. Chang, pediatric infectious disease

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58:06

Growing Up in America: The Way it Is | November 19, 2025

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2025/11/20

This week on Growing Up in America: The Way It Is, our hosts explore the latest issues affecting children and families across Texas. Hosts Dr. Bob Sanborn (CHILDREN AT RISK) and Brian Greene (Houston Food Bank) dive into education, mental health, early childhood, and community well-being with experts from Houston, Dallas, and statewide child-serving systems.Featured guests include Megan Menchaca of the Houston Chronicle on Houston school updates, Dr. Valerie D. Jackson of Monarch Family Services on

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Growing Up in America: The Way It Is | November 12, 2025

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2025/11/12

This week on Growing Up in America, hosts Dr. Chris Kulesza and Dr. Heidi Russell take a deep dive into the state of pediatrics in Texas — from child health policy and advocacy to firearm injury prevention and the pediatric workforce. Guests include Dr. Lauren Gambill of the Texas Pediatric Society, Dr. Sandra McKay and Dr. Veronica Gonzalez of UTHealth Houston, and Dr. Russell herself from Rice University’s Baker Institute. Plus, Briauna Derry’s Hip Speak and Data of the Day reveal that 75% of

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57:16

Growing Up in America: The Way It Is | November 5, 2025

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2025/11/05

This week on Growing Up in America, hosts Dr. Bob Sanborn and Erica Gonzalez Hattery explore kids’ screen time, the power of a positive mindset, and how Houston students are preparing for life after high school with guests from CHILDREN AT RISK, UTHealth Houston, and the Kinder Institute.

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Growing Up in America: The Way It Is | October 29, 2025

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2025/10/29

This week on Growing Up in America: The Way It Is, Dr. Bob Sanborn and co-host Luis Negreros explore how Texas communities can better support children. Kicking off the show, Lyn Lucas discusses early childhood education and what families need most right now. Dr. Leon Battle addresses child hunger and trafficking, Jenny Jones talks child welfare, and Elizabeth Colvin shares ways to build financial security. Plus, Hip Speak with Bri Derry and our Data of the Day on Halloween candy trends. Tune in for

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