Talk Better

Everyone has different definitions of what free speech is that can vary based on the circumstances. In this episode, the definitions of political correctness and free speech are considered in domains both large and small. Edited and Mixed by Robert Cohen, Purdue University Intro/Outro Music: Ben Rieke, Indiana University benrieke.com Contact: werberd5205@gmail.com

Not only does America deal with its own internal politics on a day to day basis, but it is also a large actor in the realm of foreign political matters. Listen to college students discuss the makeup of American foreign policy and it's role in two ongoing foreign issues: the Russian attack on Ukraine and the abuse of Uyghurs in China.

The recent gubernatorial elections in Virginia and New Jersey were huge surprises for both parties as the Republican party showed rising popularity with their win in Virginia and near win in New Jersey. What does this mean for the future of the Democratic party? How will these elections shape the 2022 Midterms? In this episode, college students discuss these questions as well as what exactly happened in these elections. Edited and Mixed by Robert Cohen, Purdue University Intro/Outro Music: Ben Rieke, Indiana University benrieke.com Contact: werberd5205@gmail.com Artwork by Kyle Howard, Purdue University

The division of power in Congress is a hotly debated topic and right now, parties have opposing views to each other and within their parties, making legislation difficult to pass. Listen to college students discuss the division of power in Congress and talk about the effect Senators Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema have on the Democratic party.

The last American plane departed the Kabul airport at 11:59PM on August 30th. The departure from Afghanistan has been promised by many presidents in the past, but we are just seeing this occur 20 years after the war began. In this podcast, students discuss the withdrawal from Afghanistan and the aftermath of the situation. Edited and Mixed by Robert Cohen, Purdue University Intro/Outro Music: Ben Rieke, Indiana University benrieke.com Contact: werberd5205@gmail.com

Voting rights have remained a disputed topic throughout the entirety of the United States' existence. In this podcast, voter restrictions, the Georgia Bill, and the impact of COVID-19 on the voting process will be discussed, highlighting how voting rights are essential to democracy. Edited and Mixed by John Chung, Purdue University Assistant Edited by Robert Cohen, Purdue University Intro/Outro Music: Ben Rieke, Indiana University benrieke.com Contact: werberd5205@gmail.com

The transition of power may have happened months ago at the beginning of this year, but we are still seeing the effects of it to this day, including on the topic of the Capitol insurrection. Listen to students discuss the first challenges of the Biden presidency to see how far we have come sense then. Edited and Mixed by John Chung, Purdue University Assistant Edited by Robert Cohen, Purdue University Intro/Outro Music: Ben Rieke, Indiana University benrieke.com Contact: werberd5205@gmail.com Artwork by Kyle Howard, Purdue University

The topic of institutional racism has come to the forefront of politics in the past few months, especially with the recent exposure of rampant police brutality. In this episode, our students discuss the extent of police brutality and mass incarceration and review the efforts and motives of the Black Lives Matter movement.   Edited and Mixed by John Chung, Purdue University Assistant Edited by Robert Cohen, Purdue University   Intro/Outro Music: Ben Rieke, Indiana University benrieke.com Contact: werberd5205@gmail.com   Artwork by Kyle Howard, Purdue University

If there's one topic that needs some civility in today's world, it's the U.S. General Election. On top of the divisive political climate, national events made the election period more tumultuous than usual. In this episode, our students discuss the outcome of the election and what it means for our country going forward. Disclaimer: This episode was recorded before the events at the Capitol on January 6, 2021.   Edited and Mixed by John Chung, Purdue University Intro/Outro Music: Ben Rieke, Indiana University benrieke.com Contact: werberd5205@gmail.com Artwork by Kyle Howard, Purdue University

Here at Talk Better, we've been talking a lot about current issues and events, but not much about ourselves and what we do. In this episode, our students dive into what the Political Discourse Club is trying to do at Purdue (and beyond) and why civil discourse is so important.   Edited and Mixed by John Chung, Purdue University Intro/Outro Music: Gabriel Aparicio, University of Texas at Austin Instagram: gabrichivita Artwork by Kyle Howard, Purdue University

How did the world react to COVID-19? How will the world's reaction go down in history? Our students, from a safe distance, explore the aftermath of the pandemic, their own personal experiences with the fallout, and what all this could mean going forward. Edited and Mixed by John Chung, Purdue University Intro/Outro Music: “Postprandial” by Joshua Appleton, Purdue University Instagram: Appletree.Music Socials: linktr.ee/appletreemusic

What did Donald Trump do that was so impeachable? How did our country respond? Our students dive into the impeachment trial, how the country reacted, and what it means for the country going forward.   Intro/Outro Music: Trillium Line by Admiral Bob (c) copyright 2020 Licensed under a Creative Commons Attribution (3.0) license. http://dig.ccmixter.org/files/admiralbob77/60919 Ft: apoxode