The Ashley B. Cash Show

Ashley

In this podcast, we will be exploring all aspects of education. We will discover where our system is successful and failing. Through conversations with teachers, chancellors, government officials and more, we will identify the problems and how to change them. It's time we flipped this education!

  1. 2d ago

    Inside Texas Education | Pam Little

    What does it take to truly transform education? In this episode of The Ashley B. Cash Show, Ashley sits down with Pam Little, Texas State Board of Education Member for District 12, for an in-depth conversation about the future of K–12 education and the policies shaping classrooms across Texas. Together, they unpack the recent State Board of Education meetings and discuss the Texas Essential Knowledge and Skills (TEKS), curriculum reform, and the importance of moving from simply teaching students to ensuring they are actually learning. They explore why explicit instruction, phonics, and the science of education matter, while addressing concerns about scripted curriculum, excessive screen time, and standardized testing. Ashley and Pam also dive into the growing importance of Career and Technical Education (CTE), entrepreneurship, financial literacy, and skills-based learning—giving students multiple pathways to success beyond the traditional four-year college route. They discuss how schools can better prepare students for high-demand careers while breaking cycles of generational poverty. Whether you're a parent, educator, policymaker, or simply passionate about improving education, this conversation offers an inside look at how education policy is made and what changes could have the greatest impact on the next generation. In this episode, you'll learn: Why TEKS shape every Texas classroomThe debate over curriculum, pedagogy, and the science of learningHow Career & Technical Education is creating new opportunities for studentsWhy entrepreneurship and financial literacy belong in every schoolThe impact of screen time and technology on student learningWhat parents should know about education policy and how they can get involvedAbout The Ashley B. Cash Show: The Ashley B. Cash Show features conversations with education leaders, policy experts, parents, teachers and reform advocates who are working to transform K-12 education. Host Ashley B. Cash brings her perspective as both a parent and business owner to explore systemic education issues and practical solutions for creating better outcomes for students, families, and communities. About Ashley:  As both a mother and business owner, Ashley brings a unique dual perspective to education reform advocacy, driven by her desire for better educational outcomes for future generations and informed by her firsthand experience with the skills gap facing employers today. Her passion for transforming K-12 education stems from witnessing the real-world consequences of educational failures and recognizing the critical need for a system that prepares students for diverse career pathways, not just college. Through this podcast, Ashley champions solutions including aptitude-based education tracks, expanded school choice, practical skills integration, and alternative career pathways that align with students' individual strengths and interests. Follow @AshleyBCashOfficial on Instagram & @Ashley Bowes Cash on Facebook. Visit www.AshleyBCashOfficial.com for more content and features.

  2. Aug 10

    Taxpayer-Funded Lobbying | Jose Melendez

    In this episode of The Ashley B. Cash Show, Ashley sits down with Jose Melendez, director of the Taxpayer Protection Project and Government Reform & Oversight Coalition at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, for a timely conversation about where taxpayer dollars are really going—and why every Texan should be paying attention. Together, they unpack the growing concerns surrounding property taxes, school bonds, taxpayer-funded lobbying, local government spending, and government accountability. Jose explains how low-turnout elections can lead to billions of dollars in new debt, why transparency in public spending matters, and what reforms could be on the horizon for Texas. Ashley and Jose also discuss the importance of civic engagement, empowering citizens to understand policy, attend local meetings, ask questions, and hold elected officials accountable. Whether you're a homeowner, parent, taxpayer, or simply someone who wants to better understand how government decisions affect your daily life, this episode offers valuable insights and practical ways to get involved. Topics Covered: Property taxes and school bond electionsTaxpayer-funded lobbyingGovernment transparency and accountabilityLocal spending and fiscal responsibilityTexas DOGE and proposed tax reformsHow everyday citizens can make a differenceIf you're passionate about protecting taxpayers, improving government accountability, and creating stronger communities, this is an episode you won't want to miss. About The Ashley B. Cash Show: The Ashley B. Cash Show features conversations with education leaders, policy experts, parents, teachers and reform advocates who are working to transform K-12 education. Host Ashley B. Cash brings her perspective as both a parent and business owner to explore systemic education issues and practical solutions for creating better outcomes for students, families, and communities. About Ashley:  As both a mother and business owner, Ashley brings a unique dual perspective to education reform advocacy, driven by her desire for better educational outcomes for future generations and informed by her firsthand experience with the skills gap facing employers today. Her passion for transforming K-12 education stems from witnessing the real-world consequences of educational failures and recognizing the critical need for a system that prepares students for diverse career pathways, not just college. Through this podcast, Ashley champions solutions including aptitude-based education tracks, expanded school choice, practical skills integration, and alternative career pathways that align with students' individual strengths and interests. Follow @AshleyBCashOfficial on Instagram & @Ashley Bowes Cash on Facebook. Visit www.AshleyBCashOfficial.com for more content and features.

  3. Aug 3

    Transforming Kids’ Mental Health with Enrichly | Margo Jordan

    In this episode of The Ashley B. Cash Show, Ashley sits down with Margo Jordan, founder and CEO of Enrichly, to discuss one of the most critical issues facing children today: mental health. Margo shares her journey from working in finance to creating a digital health platform focused on building self-esteem, confidence, and emotional well-being in children and teens. Together, Ashley and Margo explore why self-esteem is the foundation for success, how early emotional development impacts a child’s future, and why schools must take a more proactive approach to mental health. They discuss the growing challenges facing students, the impact of screen time and social media on young minds, the importance of teaching coping skills and emotional intelligence, and how tools like Enrichly are helping bring accessible mental health resources to families and communities. Ashley and Margo also dive into the future of education, including the need to equip students with life skills like communication, critical thinking, financial literacy, and the ability to navigate challenges with confidence. Margo’s mission is simple: give children the tools they need to understand themselves, build resilience, and reach their full potential. Topics discussed:  Why self-esteem is essential to a child’s success  The connection between mental health and academic achievement  Creating healthier relationships with technology and screen time  Teaching children emotional intelligence and coping skills  Expanding access to mental health resources  Preparing students with the skills they need beyond the classroom Learn more about Margo Jordan and Enrichly:  Enrichly.world | MargoForTexas.com Tune in for a powerful conversation about transforming education by prioritizing the whole child. About The Ashley B. Cash Show: The Ashley B. Cash Show features conversations with education leaders, policy experts, parents, teachers and reform advocates who are working to transform K-12 education. Host Ashley B. Cash brings her perspective as both a parent and business owner to explore systemic education issues and practical solutions for creating better outcomes for students, families, and communities. About Ashley:  As both a mother and business owner, Ashley brings a unique dual perspective to education reform advocacy, driven by her desire for better educational outcomes for future generations and informed by her firsthand experience with the skills gap facing employers today. Her passion for transforming K-12 education stems from witnessing the real-world consequences of educational failures and recognizing the critical need for a system that prepares students for diverse career pathways, not just college. Through this podcast, Ashley champions solutions including aptitude-based education tracks, expanded school choice, practical skills integration, and alternative career pathways that align with students' individual strengths and interests. Follow @AshleyBCashOfficial on Instagram & @Ashley Bowes Cash on Facebook. Visit www.AshleyBCashOfficial.com for more content and features.

  4. Jul 27

    Middle School MBA | John Foster

    In this episode of The Ashley B. Cash Show, Ashley sits down with John Foster, founder and president of Middle School MBA, to discuss why teaching students real-world business and economic principles is essential for their future success. From understanding supply and demand to entrepreneurship, inflation, and free markets, John explains how his innovative, hands-on curriculum equips students with the practical knowledge they need to make informed financial decisions, think critically, and thrive in today's economy. Ashley and John also explore the importance of teaching life-ready skills in K–12 education and how parents, educators, and school leaders can bring these lessons into their classrooms. If you believe students should graduate prepared for the real world—not just the next test—this conversation is one you won't want to miss. About The Ashley B. Cash Show: The Ashley B. Cash Show features conversations with education leaders, policy experts, parents, teachers and reform advocates who are working to transform K-12 education. Host Ashley B. Cash brings her perspective as both a parent and business owner to explore systemic education issues and practical solutions for creating better outcomes for students, families, and communities. About Ashley:  As both a mother and business owner, Ashley brings a unique dual perspective to education reform advocacy, driven by her desire for better educational outcomes for future generations and informed by her firsthand experience with the skills gap facing employers today. Her passion for transforming K-12 education stems from witnessing the real-world consequences of educational failures and recognizing the critical need for a system that prepares students for diverse career pathways, not just college. Through this podcast, Ashley champions solutions including aptitude-based education tracks, expanded school choice, practical skills integration, and alternative career pathways that align with students' individual strengths and interests. Follow @AshleyBCashOfficial on Instagram & @Ashley Bowes Cash on Facebook. Visit www.AshleyBCashOfficial.com for more content and features.

  5. Jul 20

    The Future of Texas Education | Kate Bierly

    In this episode of The Ashley B. Cash Show, Ashley sits down with Kate Bierly, Campaign Director for Next Generation Texas at the Texas Public Policy Foundation, for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of education in Texas. Ashley and Kate dig into growing concerns over foreign influence in Texas universities — from research contracts and foreign exchange programs to curriculum development — and the push to lower reporting thresholds on foreign university donations to increase transparency. They also discuss what Kate and Ashley describe as shifting religious and cultural dynamics in K-12 curriculum, including concerns raised at a recent State Board of Education meeting. The conversation then turns to solutions — exploring how Texas can build multiple pathways for students beyond the traditional college track, including trade education starting as early as seventh grade, entrepreneurship training, and skill-based learning models that move away from rigid grade levels. If you care about education policy, transparency in our schools, and giving Texas kids real pathways to success, this is a conversation you don't want to miss. About The Ashley B. Cash Show: The Ashley B. Cash Show features conversations with education leaders, policy experts, parents, teachers and reform advocates who are working to transform K-12 education. Host Ashley B. Cash brings her perspective as both a parent and business owner to explore systemic education issues and practical solutions for creating better outcomes for students, families, and communities. About Ashley:  As both a mother and business owner, Ashley brings a unique dual perspective to education reform advocacy, driven by her desire for better educational outcomes for future generations and informed by her firsthand experience with the skills gap facing employers today. Her passion for transforming K-12 education stems from witnessing the real-world consequences of educational failures and recognizing the critical need for a system that prepares students for diverse career pathways, not just college. Through this podcast, Ashley champions solutions including aptitude-based education tracks, expanded school choice, practical skills integration, and alternative career pathways that align with students' individual strengths and interests. Follow @AshleyBCashOfficial on Instagram & @Ashley Bowes Cash on Facebook. Visit www.AshleyBCashOfficial.com for more content and features. About The Ashley B. Cash Show: The Ashley B. Cash Show features conversations with education leaders, policy experts, parents, teachers and reform advocates who are working to transform K-12 education. Host Ashley B. Cash brings her perspective as both a parent and business owner to explore systemic education issues and practical solutions for creating better outcomes for students, families, and communities. About Ashley:  As both a mother and business owner, Ashley brings a unique dual perspective to education reform advocacy, driven by her desire for better educational outcomes for future generations and informed by her firsthand experience with the skills gap facing employers today. Her passion for transforming K-12 education stems from witnessing the real-world consequences of educational failures and recognizing the critical need for a system that prepares students for diverse career pathways, not just college. Through this podcast, Ashley champions solutions including aptitude-based education tracks, expanded school choice, practical skills integration, and alternative career pathways that align with students' individual strengths and interests. Follow @AshleyBCashOfficial on Instagram & @Ashley Bowes Cash on Facebook. Visit www.AshleyBCashOfficial.com for more content and features.

  6. Jul 13

    Empowering the Next Generation | Tamika Williams

    What if the labels people placed on you were never meant to define you? In this episode of The Ashley B. Cash Show, I sit down with Tamika Williams, Founder and Executive Director of Beautiful As I Am, Inc., to talk about what it looks like to overcome adversity, embrace your purpose, and pour into the next generation. Tamika's story is one of resilience. Once labeled a troubled child, she refused to let her circumstances determine her future. She went on to earn three degrees, maintain a 3.85 GPA throughout high school, and build an organization that is transforming the lives of girls and women through confidence, healing, literacy, and leadership across the United States and Kenya. This conversation isn't just about Tamika's journey—it's about the power of believing in yourself when the world doesn't, the importance of having people who see your potential, and why every child deserves the opportunity to discover who they were created to be. I hope this episode reminds you that your past doesn't have the final say. Your purpose does. About The Ashley B. Cash Show: The Ashley B. Cash Show features conversations with education leaders, policy experts, parents, teachers and reform advocates who are working to transform K-12 education. Host Ashley B. Cash brings her perspective as both a parent and business owner to explore systemic education issues and practical solutions for creating better outcomes for students, families, and communities. About Ashley:  As both a mother and business owner, Ashley brings a unique dual perspective to education reform advocacy, driven by her desire for better educational outcomes for future generations and informed by her firsthand experience with the skills gap facing employers today. Her passion for transforming K-12 education stems from witnessing the real-world consequences of educational failures and recognizing the critical need for a system that prepares students for diverse career pathways, not just college. Through this podcast, Ashley champions solutions including aptitude-based education tracks, expanded school choice, practical skills integration, and alternative career pathways that align with students' individual strengths and interests. Follow @AshleyBCashOfficial on Instagram & @Ashley Bowes Cash on Facebook. Visit www.AshleyBCashOfficial.com for more content and features. About The Ashley B. Cash Show: The Ashley B. Cash Show features conversations with education leaders, policy experts, parents, teachers and reform advocates who are working to transform K-12 education. Host Ashley B. Cash brings her perspective as both a parent and business owner to explore systemic education issues and practical solutions for creating better outcomes for students, families, and communities. About Ashley:  As both a mother and business owner, Ashley brings a unique dual perspective to education reform advocacy, driven by her desire for better educational outcomes for future generations and informed by her firsthand experience with the skills gap facing employers today. Her passion for transforming K-12 education stems from witnessing the real-world consequences of educational failures and recognizing the critical need for a system that prepares students for diverse career pathways, not just college. Through this podcast, Ashley champions solutions including aptitude-based education tracks, expanded school choice, practical skills integration, and alternative career pathways that align with students' individual strengths and interests. Follow @AshleyBCashOfficial on Instagram & @Ashley Bowes Cash on Facebook. Visit www.AshleyBCashOfficial.com for more content and features.

  7. Jul 6

    Education & Family with Tony & Ariana Guajardo

    In this episode of The Ashley B. Cash Show, Ashley sits down with Tony and Ariana Guajardo for a thoughtful conversation on education, parenting, family life, and the values that help children thrive. Together, they explore the importance of strong family foundations, parental involvement, and the role families play in shaping future generations. Drawing from both personal and professional experiences, the discussion offers insight into the challenges and opportunities facing families today, while highlighting the lasting impact of intentional parenting and education. Tune in for an engaging conversation filled with practical wisdom, personal stories, and meaningful perspectives on family, education, and the future of our communities. About The Ashley B. Cash Show: The Ashley B. Cash Show features conversations with education leaders, policy experts, parents, teachers and reform advocates who are working to transform K-12 education. Host Ashley B. Cash brings her perspective as both a parent and business owner to explore systemic education issues and practical solutions for creating better outcomes for students, families, and communities. About Ashley:  As both a mother and business owner, Ashley brings a unique dual perspective to education reform advocacy, driven by her desire for better educational outcomes for future generations and informed by her firsthand experience with the skills gap facing employers today. Her passion for transforming K-12 education stems from witnessing the real-world consequences of educational failures and recognizing the critical need for a system that prepares students for diverse career pathways, not just college. Through this podcast, Ashley champions solutions including aptitude-based education tracks, expanded school choice, practical skills integration, and alternative career pathways that align with students' individual strengths and interests. Follow @AshleyBCashOfficial on Instagram & @Ashley Bowes Cash on Facebook. Visit www.AshleyBCashOfficial.com for more content and features. About The Ashley B. Cash Show: The Ashley B. Cash Show features conversations with education leaders, policy experts, parents, teachers and reform advocates who are working to transform K-12 education. Host Ashley B. Cash brings her perspective as both a parent and business owner to explore systemic education issues and practical solutions for creating better outcomes for students, families, and communities. About Ashley:  As both a mother and business owner, Ashley brings a unique dual perspective to education reform advocacy, driven by her desire for better educational outcomes for future generations and informed by her firsthand experience with the skills gap facing employers today. Her passion for transforming K-12 education stems from witnessing the real-world consequences of educational failures and recognizing the critical need for a system that prepares students for diverse career pathways, not just college. Through this podcast, Ashley champions solutions including aptitude-based education tracks, expanded school choice, practical skills integration, and alternative career pathways that align with students' individual strengths and interests. Follow @AshleyBCashOfficial on Instagram & @Ashley Bowes Cash on Facebook. Visit www.AshleyBCashOfficial.com for more content and features.

  8. Jun 29

    Preparing the Next Generation of Educators | Kallie Covington & Sherre Heider

    This week, host Ashley sits down with two powerhouse women from Texas Tech University who are shaping the future of education in West Texas. Dr. Kallie Covington, Director of Development for the College of Education at Texas Tech, spends her days connecting generous donors with causes that transform students' lives — and outside of work, she's a wife and mom living life on a working ranch. Joining her is Dr. Sherre Heider, Assistant Dean for Teacher Education at Texas Tech, who's making sure new teachers walk into their classrooms ready, confident, and equipped to make a real difference, especially in rural communities. Having started her own career as a high school math teacher, Sherre knows firsthand what's on the line. Together, Kallie and Sherre pull back the curtain on Texas Tech's teacher preparation programs and why they believe in setting future educators up for success early, rather than throwing them into the deep end. They dig into the power of co-teaching and mentorship, the role of site coordinators as liaisons between teacher candidates and school districts, and the community partnerships that make it all possible. The conversation also covers how alternative certification programs fit into the picture, what House Bill 2 means for teacher pay, and the Teacher Incentive Allotment — a program rewarding highly effective teachers with both recognition and real financial incentive. Through it all, one theme keeps coming back: an abundance mindset. When we invest in our teachers, we invest in every student who walks into their classroom. Tune in to learn why Texas Tech-prepared teachers are some of the best in the field. Connect with our guests: Dr. Kallie Covington: Kallie.Covington@ttu.edu Dr. Sherre Heider: sherre.heider@ttu.edu About The Ashley B. Cash Show: The Ashley B. Cash Show features conversations with education leaders, policy experts, parents, teachers and reform advocates who are working to transform K-12 education. Host Ashley B. Cash brings her perspective as both a parent and business owner to explore systemic education issues and practical solutions for creating better outcomes for students, families, and communities. About Ashley:  As both a mother and business owner, Ashley brings a unique dual perspective to education reform advocacy, driven by her desire for better educational outcomes for future generations and informed by her firsthand experience with the skills gap facing employers today. Her passion for transforming K-12 education stems from witnessing the real-world consequences of educational failures and recognizing the critical need for a system that prepares students for diverse career pathways, not just college. Through this podcast, Ashley champions solutions including aptitude-based education tracks, expanded school choice, practical skills integration, and alternative career pathways that align with students' individual strengths and interests. Follow @AshleyBCashOfficial on Instagram & @Ashley Bowes Cash on Facebook. Visit www.AshleyBCashOfficial.com for more content and features.

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In this podcast, we will be exploring all aspects of education. We will discover where our system is successful and failing. Through conversations with teachers, chancellors, government officials and more, we will identify the problems and how to change them. It's time we flipped this education!

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  • Creator
    Ashley
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    40
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    © 2026 The Ashley B. Cash Show
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