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Let’s Get Civical is part civics class and part comedy show. Join Lizzie Stewart and Arden Walentowski as they unpack and repack those political and government structures that have driven us to the cry for help we’re in today. This stuff is confusing and we’ve made it our mission to break it down so we all understand what the FDR is going on. It’s like being in American Government class with your BFFs! But no exams. We promise! Lizzie is an NYC based comedian who performs regularly all over the city and headlines all of her family functions as the "one from New York". Arden is a politics and civics buff who’s worked on local, state, and national campaigns.

Lizzie Stewart & Arden Walentowski


    • Jun 4, 2025 LATEST EPISODE
    • weekly NEW EPISODES
    • 44m AVG DURATION
    • 344 EPISODES

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    The Let's Get Civical podcast is an absolute gem that serves as a fantastic resource for anyone looking to learn about US history and civics in an engaging and memorable way. The conversational tone of the hosts, Lizzie and Arden, makes the information stick and actually make sense. I am thoroughly impressed with their ability to present complex topics with clarity and focus. Their magnetic personalities shine through each episode, making it not only incredibly digestible but also a true joy to listen to. This podcast has been a gift for someone like me who learns best while being entertained.

    One of the best aspects of this podcast is the perfect blend of cold hard facts with light banter and riffs. Lizzie and Arden strike a wonderful balance between providing factual information and infusing humor into their discussions. This blend makes the episodes enjoyable to listen to while still ensuring that listeners walk away having learned something new. Additionally, the hosts do a fantastic job of normalizing certain aspects of politics that may seem weird or confusing. They provide relatable examples, such as Arden admitting she has missed some mid-term elections, which helps listeners feel more at ease with their own level of engagement.

    While the overall quality of this podcast is exceptional, there were a few instances where guests fell short in terms of delivering their thoughts coherently. For example, in one episode featuring Mara Wilson, her thoughts seemed scattered and disjointed, which made it difficult to follow along. However, these instances are rare and do not detract significantly from the overall enjoyment of the podcast.

    In conclusion, The Let's Get Civical podcast is an incredible resource for those looking to learn about US history and civics in an entertaining yet informative way. Lizzie and Arden have created a show that blends humor with important knowledge seamlessly. Their magnetism as hosts keeps listeners engaged throughout each episode while also ensuring that they come away with a deeper understanding of civics and American history. I highly recommend this podcast to anyone interested in expanding their knowledge of the subject matter while being thoroughly entertained.



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    Latest episodes from Let's Get Civical

    The Federal Bureau of Prisons - The System That Runs U.S. Prisons

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 4, 2025 30:52


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the agency responsible for managing the custody and care of federal inmates across the United States, the Federal Bureau of Prisons! Join them as they uncover its origins in 1930,  its current role in the U.S. criminal justice system, and how it has evolved (or devolved) over the last century.  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Escapes from Alcatraz - You Have to Play the Long Game!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 28, 2025 27:43


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden continue their series on the infamous Alcatraz prison by discussing the various escape attempts during its time as a prison! Join them as they discuss the various attempts including the infamous 1962 attempt where the prisoners were never found!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Alcatraz - The Rock!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 21, 2025 34:09


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous and insane legacy of Alcatraz Prison! Join them as they uncover the history of the island, how it evolved into a prison, and who some of its most infamous prisoners were!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Pierce V. Society of Sisters - Words Matter!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 14, 2025 21:46


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden dive into one of the most pivotal Supreme Court cases you've probably never heard of—Pierce v. Society of Sisters! Join them as they uncover how a seemingly simple Oregon law mandating public school attendance ignited a national debate over parental rights, religious freedom, and the role of government in education! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Benjamin Franklin - A Stallion in the Sheets!

    Play Episode Listen Later May 7, 2025 30:38


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden do a very special biopic on one of their favorite founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin! Join them as they examine his early years, the journey he took to help America gain its independence, and the huge impact he had on science and history!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    U.S Antitrust Laws - Preventing Monopolies

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 30, 2025 22:22


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden unravel the truly complex world of U.S. antitrust laws! Join them as they learn their history, the different acts that make up the laws today, and the impact they have had on the economy!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Trial of the Chicago 7 - A Tale As Old As Time!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 23, 2025 30:27


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden explore one of the most explosive and controversial courtroom dramas in American history, the trial of the Chicago 7! Join them as they examine what led to the infamous trial, who the seven (really eight) defendants were, and what the ultimate verdict was!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Dusky V United States - What is Competency?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 16, 2025 24:52


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into the landmark Supreme Court case Dusky v. United States! Join them as they discuss the facts of the case, what the decision of the court was, and how the decision continues to impact the justice system today!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Haymarket Affair - Who Done It?

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 9, 2025 30:49


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into one of the most pivotal moments in American labor history – the Haymarket Affair! Join them as they explore the origins of the Haymarket Affair, the individuals involved, and the impact it would have on the American labor movement for centuries to come!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Engel v. Vitale - Almighty God!

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 2, 2025 25:33


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the landmark Supreme Court case, Engle v Vitale! Join them as they explore the origins of the case, the arguments on both sides, and the lasting implications of the ruling that established a clear separation between church and state in public education!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The History of Jamestown - Hell on Earth!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 26, 2025 38:04


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the absolute hellish history of the infamous Jamestown! Join them as they talk about the death, disease, and destruction, along with the fires and rebellion that Jamestown had to offer its settlers! It's a truly shocking episode uncovering all the horrible things that went on in this early American settlement!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Siege of Yorktown - Bamboozling At It's Finest!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 19, 2025 30:05


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into one of the most decisive moments of the American Revolution—the Siege of Yorktown! Join them as they discuss what led up to the siege, who the major players were, and how a genius military strategy by George Washington led the continental army to victory!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    National Historic Preservation Act of 1966 - With Heritage So Rich!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 12, 2025 30:38


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the groundbreaking legislation - the National Historic Preservation Act! Join them as they discover what led the act to be passed, what it's impact has been on preserving our nation's history, and discuss some famous sites that have been preserved because of the act!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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    History of the Gulf War Part 2 - Shield, Storm, Saber, Oh My!

    Play Episode Listen Later Mar 5, 2025 41:19


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden continue their deep dive on the infamous Gulf War! Join them in part two of their series as they discuss the three military operations in Kuwait, the results of the war, and how all of this could have really been avoided!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    History of the Gulf War Part 1 - Dictator Alert!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 26, 2025 27:25


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden dive into the events leading up to the Gulf War! Join them in part one of their two part series, as they discuss the initial invasion of Iraq into Kuwait, the swift international response, and how all sides prepared for the inevitable war!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    National Defense Education Act - Blame the Russians!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 19, 2025 25:30


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the landmark legislation, the National Defense Education Act! Join them as they discuss the impact of the act, how Sputnik was involved, and why back then, we cared about science!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Challenger Explosion - The Titanic of the Air!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 12, 2025 36:58


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into the shocking Space Shuttle Challenger explosion. Join them as they examine the events leading up to the disaster, the technical failures that caused it, and the impact that the disaster had on the future of NASA. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Tariffs - It's Just a Game!

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 5, 2025 35:04


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden unpack the complicated and intricate world of tariffs! Join them as they explore the economic, political, and social implications of tariffs and whether they truly benefit the countries that impose them—or if they end up doing more harm than good! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Eminent and Public Domain - Two Thumbs Down!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 29, 2025 38:20


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the illusive and complicated aspects of Eminent and Public Domain! Join them as they discuss the differences between each domain, how they have been used historically, and why both get two thumbs down!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Oscarville - We Don't Like Lakes!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 22, 2025 30:09


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into the fascinating and heart-wrenching story of Oscarville, a thriving Black community in early 20th-century Georgia that vanished under the waters of what is now Lake Lanier! Join them as they explore the history of Oscarville's rise, its tragic erasure through violence, and the mysteries that still surround the waters of Lake Lanier! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Operation Ranch Hand - Watch Out for Agent Orange!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 15, 2025 29:50


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden delve into one of the most controversial military operations of the Vietnam War: Operation Ranch Hand! Join them as they explore the origins of the operation, the ethical debates surrounding their use, and the long-term health effects on soldiers, civilians, and future generations! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Holiday Re-Air: President Jimmy Carter - A Tribute!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 8, 2025 45:10


    To honor our favorite president, we're re-airing for the final time our tribute to best friend of the show, Jimmy Carter. In this week's episode of Let's Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden honor the life and legacy of the first best friend of the show, James Earl Carter Jr. Join them as they look at his early years, his presidency, and how he should be the north star for all future former presidents! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Holiday Re-Air: The Hindenburg Disaster - Leave Hydrogen Alone!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 1, 2025 39:38


    To celebrate the holidays, Lizzie and Arden are re-airing some of their favorite episodes of the year: In this week's holiday re-air, Lizzie and Arden dive into the infamous and catastrophic Hindenburg disaster! Join them as they uncover the events leading to the explosion, the many theories as to what caused it, and why we should never, ever, EVER, mess with hydrogen!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Holiday Re-Air: Billy the Kid - Don't Pardon Him!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 25, 2024 37:20


    To celebrate the holidays, Lizzie and Arden are re-airing some of their favorite episodes of the year! In this week's holiday re-air, Lizzie and Arden begin their new outlaw series by examining the legacy of the infamous Billy the Kid! Join them as they uncover his road to being a criminal, what crimes he actually did commit, and why a 2010 pardon attempt was really really not the move!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Mystery of the Mary Celeste - What Happened on that Ship?!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 18, 2024 27:50


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden set sail into one of the most enduring maritime mysteries of all time: the story of the Mary Celeste! From the eerie details of the discovery, the theories that range from plausible to fantastical, join them as they close out 2024 with their own bit of detective work!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Johnson-Reed Act of 1924 - History Repeats Itself!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 11, 2024 36:20


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous Johnson-Reed Act of 1924, a landmark piece of legislation that reshaped America's immigration system! Join them as they discuss the quota system it established, the influence of the eugenics movement into the act, and how after 100 years, we still see history repeat itself!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Burwell v. Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc. - People are People!

    Play Episode Listen Later Dec 4, 2024 36:09


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into the landmark Supreme Court case Burwell v. Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc., a pivotal decision that reshaped the conversation about corporate rights, religious freedom, and healthcare! Join them as they unpack the legal arguments, the broader implications for religious liberty and employee rights, and the cultural ripple effects still felt today! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The History of Black Friday - It's More Than Just Good Sales!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 27, 2024 27:22


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden explore the fascinating history of Black Friday, from its surprising origins and how it transformed into the shopping phenomenon we know today! Join them as they unpack the cultural and economic forces behind the biggest shopping day of the year and discover how Black Friday has gone from in-store stampedes to online sales galore! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The National Governors Association - Some Wholesome Bipartisanship!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 20, 2024 23:21


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into the National Governors Association (NGA)—the bipartisan organization that represents the collective voice of U.S. state and territorial governors! Join them as they discuss the role of the NGA, what type of influence it can have on policy, and examples of it's work across several different states!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    America's First Presidential Election - George Washington or Bust!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 13, 2024 30:17


    In this week's episode and in light of the recent election, Lizzie and Arden journey back to 1789 to explore the birth of the American presidency! Join them as they discover what the process was like, who the candidates were, and why George Washington was really the only choice they had!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Plymouth Rock - She's Unremarkable!

    Play Episode Listen Later Nov 6, 2024 24:27


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden delve into the intriguing story of Plymouth Rock, the iconic symbol of the Pilgrims' arrival in America! Join them as they explore the myths and legends that have surrounded this stone, how it has changed over the years, and why it all can be traced back to an old man named Thomas!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    War of the Worlds - Talk About a Radio DRAMA!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 30, 2024 34:04


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous 1938 radio adaptation of H.G. Wells' "War of the Worlds," which sent shockwaves through the airwaves and sparked widespread hysteria. Join them as they revisit Orson Welles' fateful broadcast and examine how the blend of realism and terror led many listeners to believe they were experiencing a genuine Martian invasion!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Equal Pay Act of 1963 - Still More to Do!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 23, 2024 24:00


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden explore the history and impact of the Equal Pay Act of 1963, a landmark legislation aimed at closing the wage gap between men and women in the workforce! Join them as they explore the social and political climate of the early 1960s that led to the bill's introduction, the obstacles that it had to overcome to get passed, and the challenges that still exist today!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Mount St. Helens - Talk About Explosive!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 16, 2024 35:54


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden delve into the fascinating history of Mount St. Helens, one of the most famous volcanoes in the United States. Join them as they explore the geological forces that shaped this majestic mountain, its awe-inspiring 1980 eruption, and the lasting impact on the surrounding environment and communities. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Yosemite National Park - Careful on the Rocks!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 9, 2024 37:27


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden take a look at the great wonder, Yosemite National Park, one of America's most iconic natural treasures! Join them as they explore the park's breathtaking landscapes, from the towering granite cliffs of El Capitan and Half Dome to the stunning waterfalls of Yosemite Valley! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    SPECIAL RE-AIR: President Jimmy Carter - A Tribute!

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 1, 2024 47:53


    In celebration of Jimmy Carter's 100th birthday, we've decided to re-air the tribute we did to him last year!  In this week's episode of Let's Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden honor the life and legacy of the first best friend of the show, James Earl Carter Jr. Join them as they look at his early years, his presidency, and how he should be the north star for all future former presidents! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Billy the Kid - Don't Pardon Him!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2024 36:44


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden begin their new outlaw series by examining the legacy of the infamous Billy the Kid! Join them as they uncover his road to being a criminal, what crimes he actually did commit, and why a 2010 pardon attempt was really really not the move!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Underground Railroad - An Incredible System!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 18, 2024 25:07


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the iconic and impressive underground railroad! Join them as they look at the history of the underground railroad, who some of the major conductors were, and how it ultimately came to an end!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Christiana Riot - Not An Act of War!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2024 33:47


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the complex situation of the Christiana Riot! Join them as they discuss the events that led to the fighting, what the surprising aftermath was, and how it all could have been avoided if the government had just done the right thing from the beginning!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Treaty of Paris - Oh, God! It is all over!

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 4, 2024 30:48


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden discuss the infamous Treaty of Paris! Join them as they uncover what the agreement of the treaty was, who the negotiators were, and how Benjamin Franklin was the star of the show!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Summer Holiday Re-Run: The Salem Witch Trials - All About Jealousy!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2024 37:53


    While Lizzie and Arden take a short summer holiday, they wanted to re-release an episode near and dear to them from earlier this year!  In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous Salem Witch Trials! Join them as they discover what led to the trials, who the key players were in the trials and executions, and how it all eventually came to a bitter end!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Swing States - Election Predictors!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 21, 2024 37:21


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine one of the most identifiable political concepts, swing states! Join them as they discuss the history of swing states, how they have changed over time, and what the swing states are to watch for the 2024 election!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Head Start - No Notes!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2024 36:14


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden discuss one of the most positive government programs they've ever encountered, Head Start! Join them as they look at the history of Head Start, how it helps families across the country, and why we need more programs like it!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The PATCO Strike - Watch Out for Reagan!

    Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2024 37:22


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous Professional Air Traffic Controllers Organization (PATCO) strike! Join them as they discuss what led to the strike, the incredibly harsh response by the Reagan administration, and what the lasting effects of the strike were!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Hindenburg Disaster - Leave Hydrogen Alone!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2024 37:17


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden dive into the infamous and catastrophic Hindenburg disaster! Join them as they uncover the events leading to the explosion, the many theories as to what caused it, and why we should never, ever, EVER, mess with hydrogen!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Empire State Building - An NYC Icon!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2024 37:47


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine one of the modern architectural wonders of the world, The Empire State Building! Join them as they uncover why the building was made, how efficient the construction process was, and why it continues to be a staple of the New York City skyline!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Glass-Steagall Act

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2024 31:15


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden continue their New Deal series by examining the infamous Glass-Steagall Act! Join them as they discuss what led to needing the act, how it saved the country from financial ruin, and why repealing it was quite possibly the dumbest thing we could have done!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The Medal of Honor - For the Heroes!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2024 34:38


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the history of the Medal of Honor! Join them as they uncover how the medal came about, the many iterations it went through, and why it's one of the best things that we do!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Furman v Georgia - Abolish the Death Penalty!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2024 38:51


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden dive into the landmark SCOTUS case, Furman v Georgia! Join them as they discover the facts of the case, how it abolished the death penalty for a decade, and why it should have stayed that way!  Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    The History of the Pride Flag - Always Evolving!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2024 23:12


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the rich history of the Pride flag! Join them as they talk about the origins of the flag, how it has evolved to become more inclusive, and why there is no other flag that exists like it!   Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    Miranda v. Arizona - Just Say It!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 19, 2024 41:28


    In this week's episode, Lizzie and Arden explore the landmark Supreme Court case, Miranda v. Arizona! Join them as they look at the facts of the case, what the court had to consider, and what the lasting effects of the decision was AKA Miranda Rights! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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