The Literacy View podcast is dedicated to providing educators and parents with Breaking News and cutting-edge research in literacy instruction. Nicknamed by one of their listeners as the “Spice Girls of Literacy,” Faith and Judy, two veteran educators who still work in the trenches, bring their expertise, senses of humor, and passion for literacy instruction to the show, making it an engaging and informative experience for listeners. Never shying away from controversial topics and guests, and frequently disagreeing with each other, the hosts break down complex research into easy-to-understand takeaways and provide actionable solutions that teachers and parents can use in their classrooms and at home. And, they are never afraid to good-naturedly call BS or cheer on their guests or each other when a point or item of discussion excites them. In fact, they have “BS” and “cheer” buttons at the ready for that very purpose! With their engaging format and wealth of knowledge, Faith and Judy are sure to help you take your teaching to the next level! It is no wonder that so many of their guests and listeners consider the Literacy View their favorite, can’t-miss podcast in the literacy space. Have fun and learn at the same time! * You can find more information about The Literacy View on their website: https://theliteracyview.com/
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Rediscovering Knowledge as the Key to Reading with Daniel Willingham: The Why
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Rediscovering Knowledge as the Key to Reading with Daniel Willingham: The Why
Ep.173
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For years, comprehension instruction leaned almost entirely on skills and st
Sep 19 49 min
Spelling “The How” and Practical Tips With Sean Morrisey
Ep.172
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Spelling often gets squeezed out of the literacy block, treated as a Friday list test or handed off to spell-check. In this episode, I'm joined by Sea
Sep 15 45 min
Breaking Down Shanahan’s “Essential Fundamentals of Spelling Instruction” | Guest: Sean Morrisey
Ep.171
Hey No BS Besties!
Let’s talk about spelling.
In this episode, Sean Morrisey and I break down Timothy Shanahan’s Essential Fundamentals of Spelling Instruction
Sep 8 45 min
The Small Group Phonics Shift That Changes Everything with Wiley Blevins
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Differentiating phonics instruction can feel overwhelming, especially when students have a wide range of needs. In this episode, Wiley Blevins shares practical gu
Jun 16 1 h 15 min
If Students Aren’t Doing the Thinking, They Aren’t Learning | Zaretta Hammond
Ep.169
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This episode will challenge the way you think about engagement, rigor, and student learning. Zaretta Hammond shares practical, research-backed insights on h
May 19 41 min
Why Most School Initiatives Fail and What Actually Works-Live from researchED
Ep.168
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In this episode of The Literacy View, we have an amazing conversation with Assistant Superintendent Lynn Gaffney about why so many school initiatives fail
May 12 21 min
What Actually Works In Schools with Jim Heal | LIVE from ResearchED
Ep.167-What Actually Works In Schools
The Literacy View live from researchED.
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In this episode with Jim Heal, we call out the truth most schools avoid. We are no
May 5 45 min
Tired of Useless PD? Why researchED Is Different!
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No fluff. No boring PD. Just real conversations that actually matter.
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Apr 29 49 min
Reid Lyon Episode:The Takeaways That Matter Most Without The BS
Ep.165
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Decodify is a supplemental, structured literacy toolkit that allows for reading practice in an engaging, purposeful, and educational format. It
Apr 28 59 min
NEVER BEFORE‼️ The Controversial Four!
NEVER BEFORE‼️
The Controversial Four!
Ep.164
1) SoR gone wrong
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Article: https://hechingerreport.org/new-york-ten-million-reading-instruction/?fbclid=IwdG
Apr 21 1 h 12 min
How to Rebuild a Weak Foundation in ANY Subject Without Lowering the Bar
Ep.163
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This episode is about the power of strong foundations and why they matter in every subject. We break down how the science of learning applies across lite
Mar 30 58 min
The Truth About Small Group Reading Instruction and Why Nell Duke Says It Should Be Used Wisely
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What if we have been thinking about small group instruction all wrong?
In this episode, Nell Duke brings the real talk on what actually matters in liter
Mar 24 1 h 11 min
Are screens helping kids learn…or creating new problems?
Ep.161
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If you are questioning whether screens are helping or hurting your students or your own kids, this episode gives you clarity. We break down what screens
Mar 17 1 h 09 min
Teacher Talk and Language Development: What Do You Think the Evidence Shows?
Ep.160
Does Teacher Talk Really Matter? What the Evidence Shows with Dr. Yan Jiang
In this episode of The Literacy View, we sit down with Dr. Yan Jiang, Postdoctoral Sc
Mar 10 1 h 02 min
The Hard Truths and Persistent Myths Every Educator Must Know About the Science of Reading Featuring the Lion of Literacy Dr. Reid Lyon
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In this episode with Reid Lyon, we go straight to the source of the modern reading research movement. You hear firsthand what the research actually revealed about
Mar 3 1 h 13 min
The Literacy View Valentine’s Pop Up LIVE
Ep.158
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In this Valentine’s Pop-Up LIVE, we share the quotes that made us think, pause, and remember why this work matters. You’ll hear powerful moments from epis
Feb 17 57 min
Is Linguistic Phonics the New Gold Standard in Structured Literacy?
Ep.157
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A clear explanation of Linguistic Phonics and how this approach teaches reading through the direct connection between spoken sounds and written spellings.
Feb 10 1 h 14 min
Phonics Was Supposed to Fix This. So Why Are So Many Kids Still Struggling? | Dominic Wyse
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This episode breaks down the article everyone’s talking about and asks the hard question it raises: If synthetic phonics has been mandated for years, w
Feb 3 1 h 18 min
Overteaching or Overreacting? Mark Seidenberg Lights a Match."
Ep. 155
We had a surprise guest: Mark Seidenberg!🙌🏻
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In this episode, educators are invited into a research conversation that is still unfolding.
You
Jan 27 1 h 14 min
Why Almost Everyone Is Wrong About Curriculum | Greg Ashman
Ep. 154
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Cuts through the curriculum noise by explaining why so many debates miss what actually drives reading comprehension. Clarifies how curriculum, instruction
Jan 20 1 h 08 min
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I’ve learned so much from this podcast! Hosts are fun and feisty - not afraid to have honest conversions with guests, sometimes pushing back and always asking great questions. They dig deep and want the research!
AElin19 · Jun 2026
These ladies, through their podcast, help me learn and advocate for my son. Because of their hard work, passion and honesty, they bring research (often directly from the researchers mouths), teachers, and parents together, to have real talk, and help everyone improve supporting all students.
Parent of struggling student · Mar 2026
As a principal with seven years of experience in a high-needs elementary school, I have spent countless hours trying to sift through the noise when it comes to reading instruction. The pressure to raise reading scores is real. I’ve attended countless PD sessions, subscribed to journals, and spoken with curriculum reps and other administrators and teachers, yet I often walked away feeling more frustrated than confident.
Aside from being a really fun and oftentimes funny listen while I’m driving or running, what sets The Literacy View apart is its honesty and focus on what actually works in classrooms. The hosts, Faith and Judy, are really credible because they are working educators with decades of real-life experience in reading instruction, who don’t always agree, but always stay razor-focused on current research and trends.
They share knowledge, challenge assumptions (even by highly regarded “experts” who are frequent guests), and really help educators make sense of reading science and practice. It just feels like they care deeply about what is right, and I appreciate how they make complex “science” more relatable to the point where I am trying to bring them in as consultants.
I highly recommend The Literacy View podcast.
Principal Dan · Jul 2025
Well-spoken and knowledgeable hosts who provide valuable perspectives on key literacy issues. A must-listen for both parents and educators.
fitzs3 · Jul 2025
Do the hosts land on the side of research? Most often, yes. Thank goodness. However, their “Devil’s Advocacy” is often worrisome, as it sends mixed messages to teachers who have not had coaching on structured literacy. I also question the hosts’ dedication to knowing their guests’ and understanding their guests’ perspectives prior to interviews. Is the goal to roast their guests? Not cool. The facilitation sounds unrehearsed and the production quality is poor, often echoed and tinny. Finally, and I say this with my whole heart, as educators, we tier SUPPORTS and not kids! Using language like “Tier 3 kids” promotes a flawed thinking about MTSS and that’s dangerous when you are a teacher-leader with a growing platform. It supports deficits-based thinking and practice, which is harmful to kids.
1 Teacher 4 Hip-Hop · Nov 2025
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