The BOX Program with Matt Brouillette http://www.theboxprogram.com THE BOX: Inside Outside On Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:00:46 +0000 en hourly 1 http://wordpress.org/?v=3.1 ©Commonwealth Foundation 2003-2006 corey@grafficore.com (Commonwealth Foundation) corey@grafficore.com 1440 The,BOX,TheBOX,The,Box,Program,Brouillette,Commonwealth,Foundation,Harrisburg,Pennsylvania INSIDE * OUTSIDE * ON The BOX Program is a weekly radio program about Pennsylvania's politics and policy. Hear from the headliners, thinkers, and agitators as Matt tackles the hottest political and cultural issues of the day, gets answers directly from the source, and delivers a viewpoint you won't get anywhere else in talk radio. The Commonwealth Foundation No no http://feeds.feedburner.com/TheBoxProgramWithMattBrouillettehttp://www.theboxprogram.com/images/box_feedburner.jpgThe BOX Program ©Commonwealth Foundation 2003-2006The,BOX,TheBOX,The,Box,Program,Brouillette,Commonwealth,Foundation,Harrisburg,PennsylvaniaNews & Politicsmybox@theboxprogram.comThe Commonwealth Foundation40.261839-76.882794http://creativecommons.org/licenses/by-nc-nd/2.0/Subscribe with My Yahoo!Subscribe with NewsGatorSubscribe with NetvibesSubscribe with GoogleSubscribe with PageflakesSubscribe with ODEOSubscribe with PodnovaThe BOX Program is a weekly radio program about Pennsylvania's politics and policy. Hear from the headliners, thinkers, and agitators as Matt tackles the hottest political and cultural issues of the day, gets answers directly from the source, and delivers a viewpoint you won't get anywhere else in Pennsylvania talk radio. The BOX Podcast http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBoxProgramWithMattBrouillette/~3/KsjX3-Z8Nt8/ http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=470#comments Thu, 05 Apr 2012 15:00:46 +0000 mybox@theboxprogram.com (The Commonwealth Foundation) http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=470 We are happy to be able to bring you 15 minute podcasts, tackling the current and interesting topics that are being discussed and debated here in Harrisburg.

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]]> http://www.theboxprogram.com/?feed=rss2&p=470 0 http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=470 Mend the Net: Welfare Secretary Alexander http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBoxProgramWithMattBrouillette/~3/jEFRJeNRsmA/ http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=463#comments Tue, 20 Mar 2012 15:30:19 +0000 mybox@theboxprogram.com (The Commonwealth Foundation) http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=463 Despite accusations of wanting to ‘throw the poor out on the street’, the reality is that in order to be able to support those who truly need assistance, reforms to the welfare system must occur.  Secretary of Welfare Gary Alexander explains the Corbett Administration’s plan to ‘mend the safety night’, while encouraging individual independence, rather than  dependence on the state.

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]]> http://www.theboxprogram.com/?feed=rss2&p=463 0 20:26 Despite accusations of wanting to 'throw the poor out on the street', the reality is that in order to be able to support those who ... Despite accusations of wanting to 'throw the poor out on the street', the reality is that in order to be able to support those who truly need assistance, reforms to the welfare system must occur.  Secretary of Welfare Gary Alexander explains the Corbett Administration's plan to 'mend the safety night', while encouraging individual independence, rather than  dependence on the state. Uncategorized Commonwealth Foundation no No http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=463http://www.theboxprogram.com/media/SecAlexander.mp3 The Future of School: A Conversation with Sec. Tomalis http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBoxProgramWithMattBrouillette/~3/t6sLrSzIxwo/ http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=460#comments Thu, 15 Mar 2012 13:50:03 +0000 mybox@theboxprogram.com (The Commonwealth Foundation) http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=460 With the growth of cyber schools, a new generation of parents, and an aging education model, what does the future of education look like? Matt Brouillette sits down with Education Secretary Ron Tomalis to talk about the changes ahead for K-12 education, and the Corbett administration’s plan to best to serve students and reward high-achieving teachers.

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]]> http://www.theboxprogram.com/?feed=rss2&p=460 0 20:08 With the growth of cyber schools, a new generation of parents, and an aging education model, what does the future of education look like? Matt ... With the growth of cyber schools, a new generation of parents, and an aging education model, what does the future of education look like? Matt Brouillette sits down with Education Secretary Ron Tomalis to talk about the changes ahead for K-12 education, and the Corbett administration's plan to best to serve students and reward high-achieving teachers. Education Commonwealth Foundation no No http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=460http://www.theboxprogram.com/media/Tomalis.mp3 The BOX Podcast http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBoxProgramWithMattBrouillette/~3/kHXeOZeQGUc/ http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=456#comments Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:46:29 +0000 mybox@theboxprogram.com (The Commonwealth Foundation) http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=456 We’re happy to be able to bring you periodic podcasts as we host lawmakers and discuss what’s happening in Harrisburg.

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]]> http://www.theboxprogram.com/?feed=rss2&p=456 0 http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=456 Reforming Corrections with Sec. Wetzel http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBoxProgramWithMattBrouillette/~3/FPcm3tX9jSw/ http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=451#comments Mon, 13 Feb 2012 16:43:38 +0000 mybox@theboxprogram.com (The Commonwealth Foundation) http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=451 The cost of corrections is a big expenditure in the Pennsylvania state budget. Is it possible to bring down these costs, while still keeping our communities safe and not lowering the bar? Corrections Secretary John Wetzel certainly thinks so. Matt Brouillette and Sec. Wetzel have a conversation about what has worked in other states, and what his plan is to be successful in Pennsylvania.

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]]> http://www.theboxprogram.com/?feed=rss2&p=451 0 14:42 The cost of corrections is a big expenditure in the Pennsylvania state budget. Is it possible to bring down these costs, while still keeping ... The cost of corrections is a big expenditure in the Pennsylvania state budget. Is it possible to bring down these costs, while still keeping our communities safe and not lowering the bar? Corrections Secretary John Wetzel certainly thinks so. Matt Brouillette and Sec. Wetzel have a conversation about what has worked in other states, and what his plan is to be successful in Pennsylvania. Uncategorized Commonwealth Foundation no No http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=451http://www.theboxprogram.com/media/Wetzel.mp3 Lt. Gov. Cawley Takes the BOX http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBoxProgramWithMattBrouillette/~3/QZd0XQXh0TI/ http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=446#comments Thu, 10 Nov 2011 17:15:00 +0000 mybox@theboxprogram.com (The Commonwealth Foundation) http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=446 Lt. Governor Cawley got on the BOX this week to discuss one of the Administration’s top priorities – Marcellus Shale development.  He and Matt discuss misconceptions, an impact fee, and what this development means for job creation for Pennsylvania – including outside of the Marcellus Shale region.

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]]> http://www.theboxprogram.com/?feed=rss2&p=446 0 14:05 Lt. Governor Cawley got on the BOX this week to discuss one of the Administration's top priorities - Marcellus Shale development.  He and Matt discuss ... Lt. Governor Cawley got on the BOX this week to discuss one of the Administration's top priorities - Marcellus Shale development.  He and Matt discuss misconceptions, an impact fee, and what this development means for job creation for Pennsylvania - including outside of the Marcellus Shale region. Uncategorized Commonwealth Foundation no No http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=446http://www.theboxprogram.com/media/cawleymarcellus111011.mp3 Making the Grade: Teacher Evaluations http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBoxProgramWithMattBrouillette/~3/TRhSDfLKFvQ/ http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=436#comments Thu, 10 Nov 2011 15:35:29 +0000 mybox@theboxprogram.com (The Commonwealth Foundation) http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=436 Rep. Ryan Aument is taking the lead on what he considers to be crucial education reform- introducing legislation that would implement a new teacher evaluation system for school districts all across Pennsylvania.  Rep. Aument joins Matt for a discussion of this bill and what it would mean for teachers, students, and parents statewide.

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]]> http://www.theboxprogram.com/?feed=rss2&p=436 0 14:50 Rep. Ryan Aument is taking the lead on what he considers to be crucial education reform- introducing legislation that would implement a new teacher evaluation ... Rep. Ryan Aument is taking the lead on what he considers to be crucial education reform- introducing legislation that would implement a new teacher evaluation system for school districts all across Pennsylvania.  Rep. Aument joins Matt for a discussion of this bill and what it would mean for teachers, students, and parents statewide. Uncategorized Commonwealth Foundation no No http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=436http://www.theboxprogram.com/media/11711aumentevaluations.mp3 Sen. Browne Talks Choice http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBoxProgramWithMattBrouillette/~3/UvAyROF49QY/ http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=432#comments Mon, 31 Oct 2011 20:23:05 +0000 mybox@theboxprogram.com (The Commonwealth Foundation) http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=432 Sen. Pat Browne believes in Choice – educational choice for students and their parents, and consumer choice for  liquor sales.   Sen. Browne sits down with Matt Brouillette to talk about these issues and where they line up in this fall’s legislative priority list.

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]]> http://www.theboxprogram.com/?feed=rss2&p=432 0 14:55 Sen. Pat Browne believes in Choice - educational choice for students and their parents, and consumer choice for  liquor sales.   Sen. Browne sits down with ... Sen. Pat Browne believes in Choice - educational choice for students and their parents, and consumer choice for  liquor sales.   Sen. Browne sits down with Matt Brouillette to talk about these issues and where they line up in this fall's legislative priority list. Education Commonwealth Foundation no No http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=432http://www.theboxprogram.com/media/browneliquoredchoice.mp3 Marcellus: A Local Look http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBoxProgramWithMattBrouillette/~3/14Y9uNs2F08/ http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=426#comments Mon, 31 Oct 2011 19:38:27 +0000 mybox@theboxprogram.com (The Commonwealth Foundation) http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=426 State Rep. Tina Pickett represents the 110th legislative district – covering a large part of what is now considered “Marcellus Shale country”.  She took some time to join us on The BOX to discuss what she is seeing in her district, and what impact Marcellus Shale drilling is having – both environmentally and economically.

 

 

 

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]]> http://www.theboxprogram.com/?feed=rss2&p=426 0 14:05 State Rep. Tina Pickett represents the 110th legislative district - covering a large part of what is now considered "Marcellus Shale country".  She took some ... State Rep. Tina Pickett represents the 110th legislative district - covering a large part of what is now considered "Marcellus Shale country".  She took some time to join us on The BOX to discuss what she is seeing in her district, and what impact Marcellus Shale drilling is having - both environmentally and economically. � � � Energy, Environment Commonwealth Foundation no No http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=426http://www.theboxprogram.com/media/TinaPickettMarcellus.mp3 The Rabble-Rousers: Jim & Tony http://feedproxy.google.com/~r/TheBoxProgramWithMattBrouillette/~3/edmhBcHDyA0/ http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=420#comments Tue, 28 Jun 2011 14:04:03 +0000 mybox@theboxprogram.com (The Commonwealth Foundation) http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=420 A Democrat from Philly, and a Republican from Beaver County.  One an Obama campaigner, the other a Palin supporter.  Despite their differences, Rep. Tony Payton and Rep. Jim Christiana have been able to find major common ground: kids.   These two young representatives have been shaking things up in the House as they work together to provide  kids a lifeline to get out of the violent and failing schools they are currently attending.

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]]> http://www.theboxprogram.com/?feed=rss2&p=420 0 13:43 A Democrat from Philly, and a Republican from Beaver County.  One an Obama campaigner, the other a Palin supporter.  Despite their differences, Rep. Tony Payton ... A Democrat from Philly, and a Republican from Beaver County.  One an Obama campaigner, the other a Palin supporter.  Despite their differences, Rep. Tony Payton and Rep. Jim Christiana have been able to find major common ground: kids.   These two young representatives have been shaking things up in the House as they work together to provide  kids a lifeline to get out of the violent and failing schools they are currently attending. Education Commonwealth Foundation no No http://www.theboxprogram.com/?p=420http://www.theboxprogram.com/media/PaytonChristianaFINAL.mp3 The Commonwealth FoundationnonadultINSIDE * OUTSIDE * ON