Podcasts about Civics

I revisit an interview with Annette Gordon-Reed (@agordonreed) on her book, On Juneteenth and consider how best to celebrate the history of the holiday and build on and defend its legacy. For more Juneteenth resources, see Penn Law's resources on Juneteenth.  Music by Evan Schaeffer

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

Taking a break from the usual to talk about a topic few of us know enough about - Civics. Per my office buddy Chat GPT, "Civics is all about understanding how government works, how people participate, and how decisions (laws and more) get made". Knowing the basics is valuable in understanding the state of the beauty industry's regulatory landscape... as well as everyday life. Note: this is not a political episode. I stayed way clear of that. Hope you enjoy. :-)*Note: this episode was published originally as #107

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

The Civics 101 team delves into the 1962 film The Manchurian Candidate, a political satire and thriller that is more than relevant in today's political climate. Note: this episode contains spoilers for the film. CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

THROWBACK EPISODE: Ever wonder how early education can shape the future thinkers of our society? This episode welcomes Connor Boyack, a prolific author, public speaker, TV show producer, and the founder and president of Libertas Institute, who explores this question with us. Connor shares his inspiring journey from web development to establishing Libertas Institute and authoring the Tuttle Twins children's series, which brings complex concepts of economics, politics, and civics down to a level young minds can grasp.  Our conversation takes a deep dive into the importance of fostering learning environments outside the confines of traditional classrooms. Connor emphasizes the role parents play in this process, inspiring them to help their children develop critical thinking skills and learn practical life skills.  We also touch on the perception vs reality of education, highlighting the fallacies in the assumption that schools are teaching children to think rather than dictating what to think. Tune in and empower the next generation of free-thinkers! Libertas Institute State Policy Network A Nation at Risk Mediocrity: 40 Ways Government Schools are Failing Today's Students SCHOOL TO HOMESCHOOL RESOURCES:  Sign Up for the School to Homeschool Newsletter Private Mentoring with Janae: Schedule a Free Discovery Call School to Homeschool YouTube Channel Etsy Store: Shop for Homeschooling Swag *Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links. CONNECT with US Join the Private Facebook Group  Learn more about School to Homeschool Contact Janae: schooltohomeschool1@gmail.com * Please note that some of the links included in this article are Amazon affiliate links.

New Podcast from the Center for American Civics! Dive into the heart of American democracy with Civics in a Year, an innovative podcast that transforms complex civic concepts into engaging 10-minute episodes anyone can understand. We've crafted this series for the curious minds who want to grasp how our government functions without wading through dense textbooks or partisan noise.Each episode takes you on a focused journey through the building blocks of American civic life. From the revolutionary ideas of the Founding Fathers to the enduring wisdom of the Constitution, from landmark Supreme Court decisions to the meaning behind our national symbols and holidays, we explore it all with clarity and curiosity. Our approach strips away complexity without sacrificing substance, making essential civic knowledge accessible to high school students, teachers, lifelong learners, and anyone who wants to be a more informed citizen.This podcast represents a special collaboration between the Center for American Civics and the School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership at Arizona State University. Created in celebration of America's upcoming 250th birthday, we're honoring this milestone by helping Americans reconnect with the ideas and institutions that have shaped our democracy for nearly 250 years. We believe that understanding these foundations isn't just academically valuable – it's essential for meaningful participation in our democratic system.Subscribe now and join our year-long exploration of American civic life. Whether you listen during your commute, workout, or quiet evening at home, each episode will leave you with new insights about how our government works and why it matters. Because civic knowledge belongs to everyone, your participation in the conversation starts right here.Subscribe today!  The Arizona Constitution ProjectCheck Out Our Free Lessons on Arizona History and Government!Follow us on:TwitterLinked InInstagramFacebookYouTubeWebsiteInterested in a Master's Degree? Check out the School of Civic and Economic Leadership's Master's in Classical Liberal Education and Leadership

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

Corey and Randy go into a deep dive of how Legislative and Congressional actions impact elk hunting and public access. Corey cues up questions for Randy related to recent budget amendments to sell public land and other efforts to make elk hunting access harder. At the time of publication, many of you took action and have defeated the most pressing amendments, showing how Elk Hunter Civics can provide more opportunity for all of us. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On the sixty-third episode of the Constitutionalist, Shane and Matthew discuss Federalist papers 3-5, covering commerce, war, providence, and even George Washington's pet mule. We want to hear from you! Constitutionalistpod@gmail.com The Constitutionalist is proud to be sponsored by the Jack Miller Center for Teaching America's Founding Principles and History. For the last twenty years, JMC has been working to preserve and promote that tradition through a variety of programs at the college and K-12 levels. Through their American Political Tradition Project, JMC has partnered with more than 1,000 scholars at over 300 college campuses across the country, especially through their annual Summer Institutes for graduate students and recent PhDs. The Jack Miller Center is also working with thousands of K-12 educators across the country to help them better understand America's founding principles and history and teach them effectively, to better educate the next generation of citizens. JMC has provided thousands of hours of professional development for teachers all over the country, reaching millions of students with improved civic learning. If you care about American education and civic responsibility, you'll want to check out their work, which focuses on reorienting our institutions of learning around America's founding principles. To learn more or get involved, visit jackmillercenter.org. The Constitutionalist is a podcast co-hosted by Professor Benjamin Kleinerman, the RW Morrison Professor of Political Science at Baylor University and Founder and Editor of The Constitutionalist Blog, Shane Leary, a graduate student at Baylor University, and Dr. Matthew Reising, a John and Daria Barry Postdoctoral Research Fellow at Princeton University. Each week, they discuss political news in light of its constitutional implications, and explore a unique constitutional topic, ranging from the thoughts and experiences of America's founders and statesmen, historical episodes, and the broader philosophic ideas that influence the American experiment in government.

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

Now that we have explored what the Alien Enemies Act is, we dive in to how it's being used to shape deportation policy under President Donald Trump. Note: We recommend listening to the prior episode first! CLICK HERE TO DONATE TO THE SHOW AND CHECK OUT OUR NEW TOTE BAG!CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

I revisited an interview with Eitan Hersh on his book Politics is for Power: How to Move Beyond Political Hobbyism, Take Action, and Make Real Change. Music by Evan Schaeffer 

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

The Alien Enemies Act is a war power granted to the president that has only been used four times in US history since its creation in 1798. It allows the president to order the detention and deportation of noncitizens from "enemy" nations during war, invasion, or predatory incursion. When it was created, the US had a very different understanding of Constitutional rights, including due process, than we do today. We talk about how the Alien Enemies Act has been used throughout history, and how Constitutional law has evolved since 1798. Helping us out is Liza Goitein. She is the senior director of the Brennan Center's Liberty and National Security Program.  CLICK HERE TO DONATE TO THE SHOW AND CHECK OUT OUR NEW TOTE BAG!CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

In March, President Trump signed an executive order that promises to preserve and protect the integrity of American elections. The data shows the integrity of our election system is intact despite the claims of many politicians and the perception of many voters. So what is the president trying to change about a system that isn't broken? Who will it affect and how much will it cost them? Finally, while Congress and the States are constitutionally-empowered to make election law, the president is not. So... can he?Our guide to this executive order is Jason Carter of the Carter Center.  CLICK HERE TO DONATE TO THE SHOW AND CHECK OUT OUR NEW TOTE BAG!CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!

Jay Truitt gives a great explanition on how the Budget Reconciliation bill is supposed to progress through the legislative process.

A local civics bee competition in Harrisonville, Missouri, challenged students' knowledge and ability to make a difference in society. Now students from Harrisonville and Raymore-Peculiar schools will compete in the state competition.

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

Mike Stephen learns about recruiting candidates for local office through the 100K Project with lead organizer and steering committee member Tom Tresser and then gets an update on some local education issues with Chalkbeat Chicago bureau chief Becky Vevea.

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

In this episode of the Contrast Project Lounge Podcast, host Tracy Rigdon and co-host Charles Gaskins welcome John Meeks, a veteran and educator, who shares his journey from military service to teaching. John discusses the importance of advocacy for teachers and unions, the challenges facing civics education in Florida, and the need for community engagement. He emphasizes the significance of mutual aid and the role of educators in promoting equity in education. The conversation also touches on John's travel experiences and the connections made along the way, culminating in a call to action for listeners to be proactive in their communities.TakeawaysJohn Meeks shares his journey from military service to education.Advocacy for teachers and unions is crucial for improving working conditions.Civics education in Florida faces challenges and requires attention.Community engagement is essential for supporting schools and students.Mutual aid can strengthen community ties and support those in need.Travel experiences can broaden perspectives and foster connections.Equity in education is a fundamental goal that needs to be pursued.All politics are local, and grassroots movements are vital for change.Educators have a responsibility to tell the stories of marginalized voices.Life is a marathon, and sustained effort is needed for meaningful change.Like this video if you found valueShare with friends who crave authentic discussionsComment below with your thoughts – let's keep the conversation going!

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

U.S. Citizenship Test Podcast: Learn, practice and test yourselves anywhere anytime. It's #39 Top Education Spotify Podcast in USA on February 17, 2025.Test Yourself at Try These Civics Tests?Practice 100 Civics Tests for 50 STATES in U.S.A.Practice 100 Civics Tests in RANDOMPractice Civics Test by CATEGORYPractice Civics Test by GROUPPractice Civics Test in ORDERPractice English Test: Reading & WritingPractice Form N-400 at Mock U.S. Citizenship Interview#uscitizenshiptest #uscitizenshipinterview #uscitizenshippodcast #uscitizenshipexam

The SAVE Act passed the House in April, 2025. As it awaits consideration in Congress, we spoke with Jason Carter from the Carter Center. Yes, like that Carter. Jason is asking why Congress is working on a vanishingly rare problem: noncitizen voting. The SAVE Act, if it becomes law, will require additional proof of citizenship for all Americans seeking to register -- or reregister -- to vote. The goal? To stop all noncitizens from voting -- which rarely happens. CLICK HERE TO DONATE TO THE SHOW AND CHECK OUT OUR NEW TOTE BAG!CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!

Join host Aaron Renn as he sits down with Elizabeth Landis, author of The Forgotten Realm: Civics for American Christians, to explore why Christians need to engage more deeply in the civil realm. From local government to federalism, Elizabeth shares her journey from a concerned citizen to a passionate advocate for civic involvement, offering practical insights and biblical wisdom for Christians navigating governance. Discover how to move beyond voting, build relationships across political divides, and become a winsome force for change in your community. Get your copy of The Forgotten Realm via the link below.(00:00 - Introduction: Welcome to the Podcast)(01:03 - Why Civics is the "Forgotten Realm" for Christians)(02:37 - What Sparked Elizabeth's Civic Awakening)(06:38 - A Primer on American Government: From Local to Federal)(09:15 - Uncovering Federalism and Election Systems)(12:38 - Engaging with Local Government in Moscow, Idaho)(17:07 - Building Unexpected Friendships Across Ideologies)(19:17 - Opportunities for Christians in Civic Roles)(24:21 - The Call for Christians to Care About Governance)(29:02 - Christian Diplomacy: A Winsome Approach to Civics)(33:06 - Conclusion: Key Takeaways and Book Info)Buy The Forgotten Realm: Civics for American Christians - https://www.amazon.com/Forgotten-Realm-Civics-American-Christians/dp/1963505085/?&_encoding=UTF8&tag=theurban-20Subscribe to my newsletter: https://www.aaronrenn.com/

Join Chris Spangle and Alejandro Ramos as they discuss why civics education is crucial for America's future. Alejandro outlines his Citizenship Empowerment Framework, emphasizing foundational documents, media literacy, courageous dialogue, and community engagement to combat polarization and misinformation. Ramos, a second-generation immigrant, shares personal insights on immigration, birthright citizenship, and the importance of civics in creating informed, engaged citizens. Why Civic Education Must Be at the Forefront of Reform - https://dcjournal.com/why-civic-education-must-be-at-the-forefront-of-reform/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Checks and balances are at the absolute core of our governmental workings. The framers designed a system that was directly opposed to one person or one group of people having all the power, and we see that through the myriad ways Congress can check the president. So what are those checks? How have they waned over the last few decades? And finally, why would Congress opt to use (or not use) them?Joining us today is Eric Schickler, professor of Political Science at UC Berkeley and author of Investigating the President: Congressional Checks on Presidential Power.Referenced in this episode:Our Starter Kit series. Our episode on impeachment from 2019.  CLICK HERE TO DONATE TO THE SHOW AND CHECK OUT OUR NEW TOTE BAG!CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!

StoneOnAir with Bryan Stone Share: On the 1st installment of BSE in 2025 my guest is Nathan Bird, host of the Chattanooga Civics podcast as well new-ish-to-town, Kelsey Freshour & Tyler Buck. We discuss all things local civic engagement, the differences b/t local and federal governments, is there a "civics crisis" & some of our favorite local landmarks and attractions, et al. recorded live-to-tape in "The Studio" at the Downtown Public Library. Listen to all his episodes: https://stoneonair.com/ === THANK YOU TO OUR SPONSORS: Vascular Institute of Chattanooga: https://www.vascularinstituteofchattanooga.com/ The Barn Nursery: https://www.barnnursery.com/ Optimize U Chattanooga: https://optimizeunow.com/chattanooga/ Guardian Investment Advisors: https://giaplantoday.com/ Alchemy Medspa and Wellness Center: http://www.alchemychattanooga.com/ Chattanooga Concrete: www.chattanoogaconcreteco.com Roofingco.com: www.roofingco.com ALL THINGS JEFF STYLES: www.thejeffstyles.com PART OF THE NOOGA PODCAST NETWORK: www.noogapodcasts.com Please consider leaving us a review on Apple and giving us a share to your friends! This podcast is powered by ZenCast.fm

Roderic Crooks is an associate professor in the Department of Informatics at the University of California, Irvine. His research examines how the use of digital technology by public institutions contributes to the minoritization of working-class communities of color. His current project explores how community organizers in working-class communities of color use data for activist projects, even as they dispute the proliferation of data-intensive technologies in education, law enforcement, financial services, and other vital sites of public life. He has published extensively in HCI, STS, and social science venues on topics including political theories of online participation, equity of access to information and media technologies, and document theory. He is the author Access Is Capture: How Edtech Reproduces Racial Inequality, published in 2024 by the University of California Press (https://www.ucpress.edu/books/access-is-capture/paper). Access is Capture Racially and economically segregated schools across the United States have hosted many interventions from commercial digital education technology (edtech) companies who promise their products will rectify the failures of public education. Edtech's benefits are not only trumpeted by industry promoters and evangelists but also vigorously pursued by experts, educators, students, and teachers. Why, then, has edtech yet to make good on its promises? In Access Is Capture, Roderic N. Crooks investigates how edtech functions in Los Angeles public schools that exclusively serve Latinx and Black communities. These so-called urban schools are sites of intense, ongoing technological transformation, where the tantalizing possibilities of access to computing meet the realities of structural inequality. Crooks shows how data-intensive edtech delivers value to privileged individuals and commercial organizations but never to the communities that hope to share in the benefits. He persuasively argues that data-drivenness ultimately enjoins the public to participate in a racial project marked by the extraction of capital from minoritized communities to enrich the tech sector.Links:Amazon listing for Access Is CaptureUniversity of California Press page for Access Is CaptureAuthor's personal websiteTalks and events from Civics of Technology featuring Roderic N. CrooksArticle co-authored by Crooks discussing intersectional themes in feminist formations Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Public media funding makes up less than 0.0001% of the federal budget, and calls to defund it have existed essentially since the creation of the CBP in 1967. However, the history of public media is much longer, and more complicated, than the creation of Sesame Street or NPR. We revisit our episode from last year about how the government funds public media, through the Corporation for Public Broadcasting, and how that money is spent. We also talk about free press, and the firewall that prevents politicians and the government from controlling the flow of public information and educational programming. Since the episode first came out in July, 2024, President Trump has re-entered office, and has taken a number of steps to discredit and disassemble the free press, including public media. Trump has called for the FCC, the Federal Communications Commission, to investigate NPR and other public media organizations for their use of corporate support. He also recently announced that he had fired three members of the CPB's five-member board, something the CPB has said he does not have the authority to do, in a lawsuit they filed against his administration. And finally, alongside calling for Congress to defund the CPB, he issued an executive order telling the CPB to halt all funding to public media, which, as you'll learn more about in the episode, is the kind of political directive that the CPB was created to prevent in the first place.    CLICK HERE TO DONATE TO THE SHOW AND CHECK OUT OUR NEW TOTE BAG!CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!

Donald Trump exposed as aged and abused by his enablers in the latest ABC News interview. His understanding of due process and U.S. law is severely compromised, leading to the creation of his authoritarian regime. Join this channel for exclusive access and bonus content: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g/join Five Minute News is an Evergreen Podcast, covering politics, inequality, health and climate - delivering independent, unbiased and essential news for the US and across the world. Visit us online at http://www.fiveminute.news Follow us on Bluesky https://bsky.app/profile/fiveminutenews.bsky.social Follow us on Instagram http://instagram.com/fiveminnews Support us on Patreon http://www.patreon.com/fiveminutenews You can subscribe to Five Minute News with your preferred podcast app, ask your smart speaker, or enable Five Minute News as your Amazon Alexa Flash Briefing skill. Please subscribe HERE https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCkbwLFZhawBqK2b9gW08z3g?sub_confirmation=1 CONTENT DISCLAIMER The views and opinions expressed on this channel are those of the guests and authors and do not necessarily reflect the official policy or position of Anthony Davis or Five Minute News LLC. Any content provided by our hosts, guests or authors are of their opinion and are not intended to malign any religion, ethnic group, club, organization, company, individual or anyone or anything, in line with the First Amendment right to free and protected speech. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Generations of Americans were not taught how to live in a democracy. That, ultimately, is what civic education is about. So what happens when we lose that knowledge? Where are we today and why should we care? Where do we go from here?In partnership with iCivics we're bringing you conversations with the people who are paying attention and doing something about it. Civics can have a future in this democracy -- in fact, civics is how this democracy will have a future.  CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!

What is the rule of law? It's certainly not the same as the rule of men. This episode was recorded live at the John J. Moakley Courthouse in Boston. It features the voices of Justice Patricia Alverez and Justice Gustavo A. Gelpí. CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!

Dan Schneider, Vice President for Free Speech at the Media Research Center, joins me to discuss Big Tech's censorship of conservative voices and the legacy media's unwillingness to reform in the wake of Trump's 2024 election victory. - - -  Today's Sponsor: Helix Sleep - Go to https://helixsleep.com/klavan to get an exclusive offer.