Evidence First
by MDRC
July 2, 2025 3:30 am
Policymakers talk about solutions, but which ones really work? MDRC’s Evidence First podcast features experts—program administrators, policymakers, and researchers—talking about the best evidence available on education and social programs that serve people with low incomes.
Recent Episodes
The Long-Term Benefits of Focusing on Children's Early Math Skills
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1 month agoBuilding Evidence on Promising Sector Programs
2 months agoHow to Improve College Completion Rates for Underserved Students: A Conversation with Emily Dow and Elena Serna-Wallender
3 months agoEconomic Mobility Through Remote Sector Training: A Conversation with Edith Yang
6 months agoFines and Fees in Jefferson County, Alabama: A Conversation with Leah Nelson and Sarah Picard
8 months agoSupporting College Students in Rural Areas
8 months agoScaling Up High-Dosage Tutoring: Early Lessons from the Personalized Learning Initiative
10 months agoPromoting Equity in Developmental Education Reform: A Conversation with Nikki Edgecombe and Michael Weiss
1 year agoBuilding Impact Through Partnership: A Conversation About Per Scholas and MDRC
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