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Welcome to the Austin Angle! Your favorite place for policy and political analysis driven by data, evidence, and fact-fueled feelings.

Austin Heller


    • Sep 29, 2023 LATEST EPISODE
    • monthly NEW EPISODES
    • 23m AVG DURATION
    • 22 EPISODES


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    Why Democrats' Wins Are Losing with American Families

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 29, 2023 25:32


    On this episode, I talk about the disconnect with Democrats and American families not being because of bad policy, but poor communication. The concept of ‘freedom' is why Republicans are winning the messaging game, and Democrats will continue to lose if they don't start connecting their ideas to freedom for American families.

    Gerrymandering in Georgia, Possible Government Shutdown, and Potential Displacement on Sapelo Island

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 8, 2023 21:26


    On this episode, I discuss a new trial in Georgia regarding congressional maps that dilute the voting power of Black Georgians, right-wing Republicans holding government spending hostage and the possibility of a government shutdown, and a new zoning proposal on Sapelo Island that could displace members of the Gullah Geechee people—descendants of slaves and the first muslims in America.

    The Legacy of Colonialism in Maui, Anti-Black Violence in Florida, & the Republican Debate

    Play Episode Listen Later Sep 1, 2023 20:34


    We're kicking off Season 3 of the Austin Angle discussing the legacy of colonialism that led to the Maui wildfires, the continuing anti-Black violence in America—this time in Florida—and recapping the GOP presidential debate.

    Why Pride? We're Under Attack!

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 6, 2023 17:37


    On this episode, I discuss Pride Month, why we need Pride, the attacks on LGBTQ+ people, and offer some advice!

    The Catastrophic Outcomes if the U.S. Defaults on our National Debt

    Play Episode Listen Later May 31, 2023 14:59


    On this episode, I discuss what the debt ceiling is, the negotiations between President Biden (D) and Speaker of the House Kevin McCarthy (R-CA), the current bipartisan bill, and what would happen if we default on our national debt.

    Ron DeSantis Announces He's Running for President: A Look at His Record

    Play Episode Listen Later May 30, 2023 44:53


    Florida Governor Ron DeSantis has officially announced he's running for President. On the newest episode of #TheAustinAngle

    Atlanta as a Host City for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the 1996 Olympic Games, & the Consequences

    Play Episode Listen Later May 22, 2023 24:54


    On this episode, I talk about the exciting news regarding Atlanta being a host city for the 2026 FIFA World Cup, the pros & cons of this mega-sporting event, the effects of city developments, and reflect on the history of the 1996 Olympic Games and their impact of communities in Atlanta.

    Republican State Legislators & their Attacks on Diversity, Equity, & Inclusion (DEI)

    Play Episode Listen Later May 18, 2023 26:33


    On this episode, I talk about the recent legislation passed by Florida Governor Ron DeSantis (R) that bans funding for all DEI programs at public schools, legislation moving forward in Texas aiming to ban DEI practices in hiring, and offer information on how to register to vote to ensure we stay vigilant against these attacks.

    Tennessee Republicans' Political Attacks, Florida's Abortion Ban, & Country Music Allyship

    Play Episode Listen Later Apr 4, 2023 20:15


    On this episode, I talk about the Tennessee Republicans' efforts to oust elected representatives for protesting gun violence, Florida arresting elected officials for peacefully protesting for reproductive justice, and a country superstar's allyship on the CMT Awards stage.

    2023 State of the Union Address

    Play Episode Listen Later Feb 8, 2023 26:18


    On this episode, I recap the State of the Union Address President made before Congress—highlighting the progress the American economy has made, our shortcomings, and what we need to do to move forward united.

    Replay: What Music Made 2022?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 18, 2023 17:41


    On this episode, I reflect on what music made 2022 the year that it was and offer listeners some musical suggestions.

    Speaker Kevin McCarthy, Republican Dysfunction, & Bipartisanship

    Play Episode Listen Later Jan 11, 2023 26:47


    On this episode, I ring in the New Year by diving into what the election of Congressman Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) means for Congress and the American people, what progress has been made through bipartisan efforts since 2020, and what implications the House Freedom Caucus may have on governance.

    SPECIAL EPISODE: Día de Los Muertos

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 13:37


    On this episode, I talk about the history and celebration of Día de Los Muertos (Day of the Dead).

    Midterm Election & My Vision Forward

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2022 26:09


    On this episode, I discuss the Warnock/Walker debate, key issues for voters heading into the midterms, & offer a vision for our nation's future.

    How People Choose a Party

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2022 15:11


    On this episode, I talk about political theories and explanations that look into how and why we identify with a political party.

    BONUS EPISODE: This Year's Georgia Ballot and My Picks

    Play Episode Listen Later Oct 11, 2022 16:54


    On this episode, I talk about a handful of candidates running to represent us in the state of Georgia.

    Cognitive Dissonance: The Danger of Fact-Checking

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 18, 2022 19:50


    On this episode, I read one of my research papers about why our minds don't change easily—especially with political issues.

    My Journey As a Young Candidate

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 11, 2022 42:05


    On this episode, I take a more anecdotal approach to policy by recounting my journey as a former candidate for the Cobb County Board of Education.

    Why Do Schools Look Like This?

    Play Episode Listen Later Jul 5, 2022 37:03


    On this episode, I deep dive into school funding formulas that use property taxes and why that's problematic and inequitable for communities of color. Through historical details, like redlining and exclusionary zoning laws, I tackle why property taxes aren't a fair or just way to fund our public schools.

    A Dark Day for America: Roe v. Wade Overruled

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 27, 2022 40:22


    On this episode, I discuss how we got to this place, why the overturning of Roe is not only frightening for abortion rights, and how we move forward.

    The Gun Violence Epidemic in America

    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 26:22


    On our very first episode, I discuss international studies on gun laws, the gun violence epidemic in America, and how we can move forward as a nation.

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    Play Episode Listen Later Jun 13, 2022 0:22


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