The Balancing Act

Nicholas Ferroni on Teacher Pay, AI in Education & the Future of Public Schools

September 15, 2026·47 min
Episode Description from the Publisher

The interview features educator Nicholas Ferroni discussing his recent travel in Europe, where visits to historic sites and schools reinforced his interest in history, preservation, and teaching. He also talks about his current projects, including preparing for the school year, creating teacher-focused content, and continuing his series *Historically Correct*. Ferroni then addresses education issues such as teacher pay, school funding, attendance, grading, technology, and AI. He says teachers need more support, students should meet academic standards, and AI should be treated as a tool rather than a replacement for teachers. Season 4 is brought to you by our principal sponsor, Teachers' Insurance Plan. Check out their website below for more information and to get a quote. ⁠http://bit.ly/4mQC27G⁠⁠ Teachers' Insurance Plan: auto insurance that brings exclusive educator savings and exceptional customer care to New Jersey and Pennsylvania educational employees. Select Episodes from Season 4 sponsored by: For more information about ⁠NJSchoolJobs.com⁠ check out their website for up-to-date job postings for teaching, admin, support staff and coaching opportunities. We want to hear from you! Shoot over an email and say hi: podthebalancingact@gmail.com Don’t forget to subscribe! Leave us a comment!    Follow  Facebook - podbalact JoeandJamie Instagram - @podthebalancingact TikTok - @thebalancingactpodcast Twitter - @podbalact Youtube Channel - ⁠The Balancing Act - YouTube⁠ Part of the⁠ Human Content⁠ Podcast Network Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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