Before Skool

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Before Skool is the secondary channel to After Skool and provides bite-sized educational content.

  1. The Dumbing Down of America & Education System Corruption - Spencer Taylor | Ep. 67

    4D AGO

    The Dumbing Down of America & Education System Corruption - Spencer Taylor | Ep. 67

    Filmmaker Spencer Taylor investigates how standardized testing, bureaucracy, and ideology have transformed childhood through expert interviews and personal stories, while revealing alternatives that restore curiosity, creativity, and hope. Learn more about Spencer's mission at https://www.deathofrecess.com/ Schools are failing. Graduates can’t do math. For 12th graders (high school seniors, class of 2024): In the 2024 NAEP results (released 2025), average math scores hit their lowest level since the current test began in 2005, with 45% scoring below basic (up from 40% in 2019) — meaning nearly half lack fundamental math skills. Only 22% scored proficient or above (down from 24% in 2019). A major disconnect exists between graduation and skills: U.S. high school graduation rates hover around 85-87%, yet recent data shows 20-25% of high school graduates are functionally illiterate — able to read simple texts like menus but struggling with longer or complex material. Broader adult literacy is grim: In 2023-2024 surveys, 21% of U.S. adults are illiterate, and 54% read below a 6th-grade level — contributing to economic costs up to $2.2 trillion annually and linking to higher unemployment and other issues. Yet strangely, the average high school GPA goes up every year which reveals a grade inflation without corresponding skills. Most high schools have done away with exit exams in order to just move the students out of their system. Gen Z as potentially the first generation in over a century to score lower than parents on cognitive measures like attention, memory, reading comprehension, and problem-solving. America spends more than a trillion on education each year. Gov spends 1.7 trillion a year on education which is about 5.5% of total GDP.

    1h 38m
  2. Secret of Athleticism - World's #1 Fascia Coach - Chong Xie | Ep. 66

    FEB 8

    Secret of Athleticism - World's #1 Fascia Coach - Chong Xie | Ep. 66

    Chong Xie is a performance coach, author of Secret of Athleticism, and inventor of the Hyperarch Fascia Training (HFT) system. He specializes in correcting movement patterns, overcoming chronic pain, and improving athletic performance through fascia, particularly focusing on the foot's role in movement. Xie has worked with elite, professional, and world-champion athletes. Key details about Chong Xie:Methodology: Developed Hyperarch Fascia Training (HFT), which is designed to enhance athletic performance, speed, and agility by targeting the body's fascial system.Background: Formerly a technical analyst in the software industry for 10 years, he applied a data-driven approach to athletic performance, investigating live EMG responses to develop his training methods.Focus Areas: Emphasizes the importance of the foot's structure, the "arch," and the relationship between fascial health and athletic movement.* clientele:* Coaches athletes at various levels, including professionals in the UFC, MLB, and LaLiga, as well as individuals looking to fix chronic pain.Credentials/Experience: A certified corrective exercise specialist with experience in fascia dissection. He is also known for his online presence, including his YouTube channel and the "Secret of Athleticism" website, where he shares insights into his training philosophies. ⁠https://www.secret-of-athleticism.com/⁠Follow Secret of Athleticism on IG - ⁠https://www.instagram.com/secretofath...⁠And youtube ⁠   / @hyperarchfasciatraining  ⁠

    1h 16m
  3. Secret Societies, Occult Mysteries, Satan, Gnosticism, Alchemy, Magic - Agrippa's Diary | Ep. 65

    JAN 28

    Secret Societies, Occult Mysteries, Satan, Gnosticism, Alchemy, Magic - Agrippa's Diary | Ep. 65

    In today's podcast, we talk to Alex, the creator of Agrippa's Diary. Agrippa's Diary unites the Esoteric with the Exoteric, serving as a captivating gateway to the occult world of Alchemy, Esotericism, and the enigmatic history of ancient secret societies and mystery cults. Alex's mission is to provide trusted, engaging, and enlightening content that leaves no stone unturned in the quest for truth and personal growth. On his channel, you will primarily learn about fascinating traditions such as Hermeticism, Gnosticism, Ars Regia, and many more. Discover the arcane wisdom of renowned alchemists, occultists, and esoteric philosophers as we dissect their doctrines, rituals, and symbolic languages. Subscribe to Agrippa's Diary and join our growing community of inquisitive minds / @agrippasdiary

    1h 59m
  4. Using Evolutionary Biology to Predict the Future & Make Sense of the Past - Bret Weinstein | Ep. 64

    JAN 21

    Using Evolutionary Biology to Predict the Future & Make Sense of the Past - Bret Weinstein | Ep. 64

    Bret Weinstein is an American evolutionary biologist, podcaster, author, and public intellectual. He is best known for his academic background in evolutionary theory, his high-profile departure from academia, and his subsequent career as a commentator on science, society, and controversial topics. He earned his PhD in evolutionary biology from the University of Michigan and taught as a professor at Evergreen State College in Washington from 2002 until 2017. During his time there, he conducted research on topics like evolutionary trade-offs, the evolution of cancer and senescence (aging), and adaptive patterns in complex systems.

    2h 5m
  5. Ancient Anomalies, Egyptian Vases, Stone Machines, Giants, 3I/ATLAS, Magic - Snake Bros | Ep. 63

    12/05/2025

    Ancient Anomalies, Egyptian Vases, Stone Machines, Giants, 3I/ATLAS, Magic - Snake Bros | Ep. 63

    The Brothers of the Serpent are Russ and Kyle Allen — two brothers who host the podcast/YouTube show 'Brothers of the Serpent' (aka SnakeBros), where they explore ancient mysteries, archaeology, mythology, and related fringe/alternative-history topics. A bit more detail: they run the Brothers of the Serpent podcast and YouTube channel (often branded as SnakeBros), publish weekly episodes and livestreams, and collaborate frequently with other creators in the “ancient mysteries” / Uncharted-style community. Their show mixes travel reports, interviews, and discussions of sites like Göbekli Tepe, Nazca, and other enigmas. Learn more at https://www.brothersoftheserpent.com/ Check out their youtube channel / @brothersoftheserpent

    2h 18m
  6. Great Awakening, False Gurus, Miracles, Healing Trauma, Fasting - Spirit Science | Ep. 62

    11/13/2025

    Great Awakening, False Gurus, Miracles, Healing Trauma, Fasting - Spirit Science | Ep. 62

    Jordan River is the founder and creative force behind Spirit Science, a multimedia New-Age educational brand he launched in the early 2010s that blends animation, spiritual themes, and popular explanations of metaphysics. He began as an animator (originally publishing work on Newgrounds), experienced a personal spiritual awakening around 2010, and turned that combination of animation skill + interest in consciousness into the Spirit Science video series and studio in 2011. Over the past decade Spirit Science has expanded into a large online channel and community — the main YouTube presence and related channels collectively reach millions of viewers — and Jordan has published books and given interviews and talks outlining the project’s mix of sacred geometry, consciousness work, and experiential spirituality. The work is presented in an accessible, animated style and Jordan positions himself as a creative teacher/visionary who has built Spirit Science into a studio and learning platform (sometimes called Spiritverse) that produces videos, courses, and live events. To learn more, subscribe to Spirit Science on YouTube / @spiritscienceofficial of Follow on IG https://www.instagram.com/spiritscien...

    1h 43m
  7. How to Balance Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, Endorphins & Cortisol - Tj Power | Ep. 61

    11/03/2025

    How to Balance Dopamine, Oxytocin, Serotonin, Endorphins & Cortisol - Tj Power | Ep. 61

    Tj Power is the lead neuroscientist and founder of the DOSE Lab, as well as the instant Sunday Times Bestselling author of The DOSE Effect. His work investigates how dopamine, oxytocin, serotonin, and endorphins influence mental and physical health, particularly in the context of our digitally driven lifestyles. The DOSE Lab is a leading organization in the mental health sector, specializing in both conducting research and delivering relatable, science-backed strategies to empower individuals to improve their mental well-being by rebalancing their brain chemistry. Tj began his academic journey by completing his degrees at the University of Exeter. He further enhanced his academic contributions by lecturing at Exeter University, where he developed a distinctive component of a third-year module focused on the neuroscience of mindfulness, alongside publishing a paper in the Journal of Cognition. While teaching, he recognized a critical gap in mental health support across schools and organizations, leading him to create the DOSE®️ framework—a revolutionary approach to rebalancing brain chemistry for better health, mood, and performance. Tj’s strategies have resonated deeply with people online, resulting in the formation of a global community of over 750,000 people. Over the past four years, he has delivered more than 500 live neuroscience education experiences, training over 50,000 individuals at institutions such as Oxford University, Coca-Cola, Harrow, Le Rosey, and the NHS. Known for demystifying brain chemistry and making change easy to implement, Tj equips audiences with practical, research-backed strategies that enable them to thrive in the modern world. Tj is an internationally respected neuroscience educator and a go-to authority for unlocking human potential in the digital age.

    1h 45m
  8. Invisible Forces that Shape the Material World - Dr. Bruce Lipton | Ep. 60

    10/19/2025

    Invisible Forces that Shape the Material World - Dr. Bruce Lipton | Ep. 60

    Bruce H. Lipton, PhD is an internationally recognized leader in bridging science and spirit. Stem cell biologist, bestselling author of The Biology of Belief and recipient of the 2009 Goi Peace Award, he has been a guest speaker on hundreds of TV and radio shows, as well as keynote presenter for national and international conferences. Dr. Lipton began his scientific career as a cell biologist. He received his Ph.D. Degree from the University of Virginia at Charlottesville before joining the Department of Anatomy at the University of Wisconsin’s School of Medicine in 1973. Dr. Lipton’s research on muscular dystrophy, studies employing cloned human stem cells, focused on the molecular mechanisms controlling cell behavior. An experimental tissue transplantation technique developed by Dr. Lipton and colleague Dr. Ed Schultz (published in the journal Science) was subsequently employed as a novel form of human genetic engineering. In 1982, Dr. Lipton began examining the principles of quantum physics and how they apply to his understanding of the cell’s information processing systems. He produced breakthrough studies on the cell membrane, which revealed that this outer layer of the cell was an organic homologue of a computer chip—the cell’s equivalent of a brain. His research at Stanford University’s School of Medicine, between 1987 and 1992, revealed that the environment, which operated via the cell membrane, controlled the behavior and physiology of the cell, turning genes on and off. Dr. Lipton’s discoveries, which ran counter to the established scientific view that life is controlled by genes, gave rise to one of today’s most important fields of study: the science of epigenetics. Two major scientific publications derived from these studies defined the molecular pathways connecting the mind and body. Many subsequent papers by other researchers have since validated his concepts and ideas. Dr. Lipton’s novel scientific approach transformed his personal life as well. His deepened understanding of cell biology highlighted the mechanisms by which the mind controls bodily functions and implied the existence of an immortal spirit. He applied this science to his personal biology and improved not only his physical well-being, but also the quality and character of his daily life. Dr. Lipton has taken his award-winning medical school lectures to the public. As a highly sought-after keynote speaker and workshop presenter, he lectures to conventional and complementary medical professionals as well as to lay audiences about leading-edge science and how it dovetails with mind-body medicine and spiritual principles. He has been heartened by anecdotal reports from hundreds of former audience members who have improved their spiritual, physical and mental well being by applying the principles he discusses in his lectures. He is regarded as one of the leading voices of the new biology. Learn more about Dr. Bruce Lipton at https://www.brucelipton.com/ Subscribe to Dr. Lipton's Youtube channel / @brucehliptonphd

    2h 20m
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Before Skool is the secondary channel to After Skool and provides bite-sized educational content.

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  • Creator
    After Skool
  • Years Active
    2023 - 2026
  • Episodes
    65
  • Rating
    Explicit
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    Before Skool

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