The American Resolution

On this episode of “The American Resolution”, Heather Gardner speaks with Monica Medina, former deputy administrator of the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Association (NOAA) about how the recent cuts and layoffs at the agency could affect OUR daily lives.They start by breaking down what NOAA is, and what is does (3:45) and how it's different from the National Weather Service (5:45). Monica explains why a long-standing personal beef with President Trump may be the reason for NOAA being targeted (11:00), and why putting the agency back together would be incredibly difficult if it's dismantled (18:00)Finally, they discuss why the agency's role in climate forecasting is another major reason the Trump administration wants to cripple it (24:30), and what concerned citizens can do to push back in order to save this critical agency (29:30).

On this episode of “The American Resolution”, host Heather Gardner speaks with House Minority Whip Katherine Clark, the highest ranking woman in Congress!Congresswoman Clark helps provide Heather some clarity on the recently passed Republican budget resolution, whether we could be headed for a government shutdown and just how big of a tax giveaway will be going to the richest Americans (1:30).They settle the questions surrounding whether President Trump's campaign promises around “No tax on tips, overtime and social security” are actually in the bill (8:00), and whether Medicaid is on the chopping block (10:30)Heather asks Whip Clark about the Democrats historically low approval rating and what the party can do to win back the trust of voters (13:15).Finally they discuss what Democrats in Congress are doing to push back against Trump and Musk's efforts to dismantle the government and vital services (15:00).

On this episode of “The American Resolution”, host Heather Gardner talks with lawyer and influencer Alicia Luncheon @TheLuncheonLawyer about the current state, and future of social media.They start with the recently announced changes to META's content moderation policies and decision to end fact checking on the platform (2:30), and owner Mark Zuckerberg's decision to suppress all political content leading up to the 2024 election (6:30).The discuss Elon Musk's “MAGAfication” of X (formerly known as Twitter) and the increasingly right-wing tilt of social media platforms (10:30) and the algorithms promoting disinformation and rage-bait (17:00). They break down TikTok's brief shutdown and the propaganda they provided to Trump upon returning (21:00), whether Trump's plan to have the US government take control of the platform has any merit (28:00) and whether we'll see any meaningful regulation of these platforms under the new administration (31:00).

On this episode of “The American Resolution”, host Heather Gardner is joined by Congressman Ro Khanna who represents California's 17th congressional district (Silicon Valley). They begin with his assessment of where Democrats went wrong in the 2024 election (3:00) before pivoting to the reason for his appearance on the pod - his new bill that would revolutionize childcare in America by both decreasing the cost for parents, and paying childcare workers a living wage (5:00).They also talk about the role of tech billionaires like Elon Musk being VERY involved in government (18:00), getting big money out of politics (32:00) and the role of social media in shaping elections (40:30)

On this episode of The American Resolution, host Heather Gardner is joined by fellow comic Juliana LaBarbiera for two reasons: #1 - To watch the inauguration of President Donald Trump#2 To get hammeredSo after many… many drinks they sit down to discuss the inauguration ceremonies, dissect two VERY different speeches given by the President, and discuss how screwed America will be with our new oligarch overlords who were prominently featured as Trump was sworn in.

After a LONG hiatus The American Resolution is finally back!Host Heather Gardner sits down with Josh Burstein, candidate for vice-chair of the DNC to discuss how the party needs to reinvent itself and its messaging after losing in November.They start with the basics... like what is the DNC and what does the vice-chair do (4:00)? They break down why the Democrats need to embrace "new media" (9:30) and build a permanent campaign messaging infrastructure to win hearts and minds in between election cycles (12:00)They discuss what type of messaging the party needs to focus on going forward (16:15) and why a hyper-focus on the top of the ticket failed (19:15).Finally, they talk about why the party needs to redefine what it means to be a Democrat (22:00) why conservatives are beginning to win the culture war (30:15), and why we can't afford to "tune out" in between election cycles (32:00)Make sure to follow Heather on all the social media platforms @HeatherGTV and the podcast @AmericanResolutionPod for the latest content and updates

On this episode of "The American Resolution," host Heather Gardner solves the problem of… homeownership!Heather talks with Reed Galen, co-founder of the Lincoln Project, about major grocery retailers lowering their prices after making record profits to “benefit the consumers” (1:30) and whether the Supreme Court is supremely corrupt… and what to do about it (6:30).Then, Heather dives into the history of American homeownership and why it's so consequential for wealth building for middle-class Americans (12:30).Finally, she speaks with Kristina Modares and Stephanie Douglass, co-founders of Open House Austin, about their “Houses before Spouses” model of real estate investing… and why the “traditional” model of home ownership may not be the best investment strategy in 2024 (18:30).Make sure to follow Heather on all the social media platforms at @HeatherGTV and the podcast @AmericanResolutionPod for the latest content and updates!

On this episode of "The American Resolution," host Heather Gardner solves the problem of… having to cut great content out of prior episodes for time!Heather revisits her conversation from Episode 1 with comedian Juliana LaBarbiera, but this time… it's the full extended remix! Heather and Juliana discuss the “tradwife” trend that's grown popular on social media (3:00) then react to an article featured in “The Cut” from an ivy-league educated woman who decided her ticket to the good life was to marry an older man (9:15).Finally, they break down the Arizona abortion ban from 1864 that was reinstated, then later repealed, and Trump's newfound position on the issue that has made EVERYONE upset (14:00).Make sure to follow Heather on all the social media platforms at @HeatherGTV and the podcast @AmericanResolutionPod for the latest content and updates!

On this episode of "The American Resolution," host Heather Gardner doesn't find the “true” solution to abortion access… but an incredible group of volunteer pilots who are helping change the status quo in the interim.First, Heather is joined by political influencer and occasional SNL parody star Joanne Carducci, a.k.a. JoJoFromJerz to debate an important question - Are screens… destroying teens? (2:00)Then, Heather recaps the fallout from the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade that has left abortion access and healthcare access hundreds of miles away for many Americans. (15:00)Finally, she speaks with Mike Bonanza, co-founder of Elevated Access, a non-profit organization made up of volunteer pilots who transport people seeking abortion access, healthcare, and gender-affirming care in order to receive the procedures they need! (19:00)Make sure to follow Heather on all the social media platforms at @HeatherGTV and the podcast @AmericanResolutionPod for the latest content and updates!

On this episode of "The American Resolution," host Heather Gardner finds a creative solution to TWO problems: vacant lots that often plague midwestern cities and the recovering honeybee population. The pair are related in this week's buzzy tale! First, Heather is joined by comedian Hannah Barnett to discuss Gen Z's “luxury” groceries trend (1:30) and if the housing crisis marks the end of the traditional American dream (6:00). Then, Heather does a hilarious deep dive into the honeybee population that is starting to bounce back in America after decades of decline (12:30).Finally, she speaks with Timothy Jackson and Nicole Lindsey, co-founders of Detroit Hives about their organization's efforts to turn vacant, abandoned lots in their city into beautiful green spaces that host beehives (19:00)!Make sure to follow Heather on all the social media platforms at @HeatherGTV and the podcast @AmericanResolutionPod for the latest content and updates!

On the inaugural episode of "The American Resolution," host Heather Gardner solves the issue of American burnout with the fantastic four-day workweek!First, Heather is joined by comedian Juliana LaBarbiera to break down the social media "Tradwife" trend (1:30) and test whether Juliana can detect whether a statement is fact or opinion - a skill that many Americans struggle with (5:00).Then, Heather does a deep dive into the history of the American five-day, 40-hour workweek that's leading to record levels of burnout (10:00) and the momentum building to scale back our work-obsessed society.Finally, she talks to Charlotte Lockhart, managing director and co-founder of 4 Day Week Global, a company whose sole mission is to help companies and governments transition workers to a 32-hour, four-day workweek with no loss in productivity or pay (17:00), a concept that's also being championed by Senator Bernie Sanders!Make sure to follow Heather on all the social media platforms at @HeatherGTV and the podcast @AmericanResolutionPod for the latest content and updates!

In a world filled with shows about problems, The American Resolution is the show about solutions! Hosted by comedian and political commentator Heather Gardner, The American Resolution takes a tongue-in-cheek approach to the latest headlines, while picking one issue from the news, dissecting it, and bringing you conversations with the people solving it! Coming soon!