By Young People, For Young People

Fanney and Ainslie are back to contextualize moral panics with three historical examples: the Satanic Panic, Stranger Danger, and AIDS epidemic. Listen to find out what a moral panic is, what happened in these panics (were the '80s real?), and what the political implications were. This was also Fanney and Ainslie's first time recording at college, so please don't mind the Berkeley cars zooming by or the Harkness Tower bells ringing in the background.

In the indefinitely final episode of By Young People, For Young People, Fanney and Ainslie get personal as they reveal their top three favorite episodes, share fun facts and stories from the podcast, and explain why this podcast means so much to them.  

Fanney and Ainslie fill in the blanks of US History that feature contributions made by the LGBTQ community. 

Fanney and Ainslie discuss the historical significance of Juneteenth, along with the controversy and educational reform surrounding critical race theory. 

Fanney and Ainslie elucidate Covid-19's effect on the recent fluctuations within the housing market and labor market. 

Fanney and Ainslie explore generational differences in the perception of President Ronald Reagan. Why do older generations revere him? Why do younger generations dislike him? What story does the difference in his job approval ratings and favorability ratings tell?

Fanney and Ainslie break down cryptocurrency: what it is, who it appeals to, and how it relates to the American financial system. Listen for analogies, Bitcoin, climate change concerns, and Elon Musk.

Fanney and Ainslie delve into the U.S. homelessness crisis, examining the main causes of homelessness and why the crisis is so extreme in California. 

Fanney and Ainslie shed light on the upcoming California recall election, including how recalls work as a model of democracy, why the 2003 California recall was successful, and what voters are considering as they ponder whether to recall Governor Gavin Newsom. They also discuss California's pressing homelessness dilemma. 

Fanney and Ainslie break down the new Georgia Election Integrity Act of 2021, delving into all the interesting and controversial sections. Keep listening for an interview with Courtney, who quit her day job to work with political organizations leading up to the 2020 election. She describes her thought process in doing so, what her jobs looked like, and whether the experience was rewarding. 

Fanney and Ainslie examine the significance of guns in America. They discuss the history of the Second Amendment and gun legislation, why mass shootings are so common in the U.S., and a personal experience with potential gun violence. 

Fanney and Ainslie discuss what occurred over their break: mass shootings, the verdict of Derek Chauvin's trial, and more. 

Fanney and Ainslie elucidate all things political parties: national committees, historical platform shifts, and whether the modern Republican Party is fracturing. This is the last episode of the second season! You will hear from us again after a 3 week break on April 22nd. 

Fanney, Ainslie, and special guest Charlie discuss the status of U.S. territories, why they are not states, arguments for and against statehood, and more. Charlie is a high school senior from the DC area. Listen to hear about life around DC, political discourse at his school, and his opinions on DC statehood. 

Fanney and Ainslie compare the Great Recession with the recession caused by Covid-19, along with the stimulus packages passed in response to each. 

Fanney and Ainslie deliver a debriefing on the press and politics, from the White House Correspondents Association to the inherent biases of media companies. Listen for a fun chat that manages to incorporate an Icelandic annual comedy broadcast, press vernacular, and, as always, Michelle Obama.

In honor of Black History Month, Fanney and Ainslie investigate the lack of minority representation in Congress, minority voter disenfranchisement and suppression, and Stacey Abrams' fight to empower Black communities through the vote. Student Body officers and BSU members Kayode and Clynton lend their voices to the podcast to answer a few questions on the importance of minority representation in Congress. 

Fanney and Ainslie talk all things impeachment! Listen for a rundown on how the impeachment process works, why past presidents were impeached, and how each of the three congressional investigations into former President Donald Trump were resolved.  

Fanney and Ainslie welcome three special guests to the episode, fellow high school seniors Ellie, Jackson, and Michael. They discuss their political views, opinions on current events, and main influences.

Fanney and Ainslie elucidate the three levels of the federal court system: district courts, circuit courts, and the Supreme Court. 

Fanney and Ainslie inspect executive orders: what they are, which ones are historically significant, and how President Biden has employed them in his first few days. 

Fanney and Ainslie review the evolution of President Biden's viewpoints and legislation in four topic areas: abortion, the Iraq War, LGBT rights, and the 1994 Crime Bill. Please excuse Fanney's audio quality at the beginning- it gets better about a quarter through the episode.  

Fanney and Ainslie interview California District 10's House Representative Josh Harder on healthcare reform, laying foundation by first breaking down the Affordable Care Act. Topics discussed include the coronavirus, the individual mandate, and the high prices of pharmaceutical drugs. 

Special 10th episode: Fanney, Ainslie, and guest co-host THS BSU President Riley discuss a wide range of topics pertaining to criminal justice, with an emphasis on racial discrimination and potential reform, including the war on drugs, stop and frisk, marketing the movement, and Biden's reform plan.

Fanney and Ainslie examine the hallmarks of Franklin D. Roosevelt's presidency, the precedents he set for future presidents, and what made him one of the most important presidents in U.S. history.

Fanney and Ainslie recount the most memorable moments from the Trump Administration, including the Muslim Travel Ban, the wall, the impeachment, and much more. 

Fanney and Ainslie explain the concept of the Lame Duck president, its history, and what to expect from the current Lame Duck: President Donald Trump.

Get inside the minds of Fanney and Ainslie as they follow their first election, share their reactions and feelings, and discuss key strategies and states along with what made the election night of 2020 so special. 

Fanney and Ainslie investigate socialism, its intricacies, and how it applies to US politics today, from American democratic socialists to frequent references to Sweden and Venezuela to claims that Joe Biden is socialist. 

Fanney and Ainslie discuss polls: how they work, when they are useful, and why people do not trust them. Plus, what went wrong in the 2016 election?

Fanney and Ainslie elucidate the Constitutional principle of protecting minority rights from majority rule and connect it to recent political events, including a discussion on the electoral college. 

Fanney and Ainslie explore the dynamic between age and politics by presenting statistics, analysis, and opinions, and answering pertinent questions such as: How significant are young people in politics? Should term limits be set for Congress and the Supreme Court? Should sixteen year olds be allowed to vote? 

Fanney and Ainslie discuss late Supreme Court Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg, the impact her life had on American law, and the impact her death will have on American politics.