The National Parents Union Podcast

The National Parents Union Podcast

What happens when families are at the center of policy and politics? Sh*t gets done! Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier—moms and battle-tested organizers—tackle the news of the day in this weekly podcast from The Branch. They'll share their struggles and successes as they channel the power of parents to break down barriers, flip the script on economic and education justice, and improve the lives of all families. The NPU Podcast isn’t just talk; it’s a rallying cry for parents nationwide to transform their frustration into tangible victories for our kids and our future.

Episodes

June 18, 2025 25 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms wrap up the school year, dive into how parents can make the most of summer break, and shout out the activism around Trump's potential budget cuts. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed the cuts to Job Corps, and their implications for our kids and country. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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May 27, 2025 52 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed the potential budget cuts to the Department of Education, and how they could impact kids and parents. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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This week on NPU Live, the moms sat down with Sheila Lirio Marcelo, founder and CEO of their favorite AI-powered household assistant, Ohai.ai.  Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed what Trump’s new budget means for education. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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May 2, 2025 57 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed how Trump’s chaos is discouraging parents from having more children.    Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed RFK Jr.’s controversial comments about autism. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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April 9, 2025 54 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed Trump’s tariff chaos, and what we can do to take action. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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April 2, 2025 51 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed that controversial Signal chat, Trump’s pursuit of Greenland, and tariffs. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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March 26, 2025 52 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed the resurgence of measles and the dismantling of the department of Education. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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March 19, 2025 43 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed the Democrats who voted for Trump’s controversial continuing resolution to keep the government open. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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March 12, 2025 56 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms are joined by their very first guest - Christy Moreno, Chief Advocacy & Impact Officer at Revolución Educativa to discuss the recent cuts to education funding Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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March 5, 2025 50 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed how we can take action to make positive change in these confusing times. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed the cancelling of NAEP - the nation’s report card. After Declaring NAEP Off-Limits, Education Department Cancels Upcoming Test (The 74, 2/20/25) Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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February 19, 2025 63 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed the federal funding freezes and layoffs causing chaos nationwide and around the world. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed the rapid dismantling of our government, and the specific ways it will hurt students and working families. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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February 3, 2025 37 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed Trump’s new tariffs and the costly consequences for working families.  Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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January 29, 2025 49 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed the state of our beleaguered immigrant communities, and the fact that egg prices remain conspicuously high… Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed Trump’s recent action on immigration, its impact on schools, and what we can do to help immigrant children and families. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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January 15, 2025 55 mins
This week on NPU Live, the moms discussed the implications and possible motivations behind the upcoming TikTok ban. Want to hear more from Keri, Ariel, and Tafshier? Visit the NPU website at www.nationalparentsunion.org.
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