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Government and Politics

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Why Don’t More Schools Teach Financial Literacy?

>> May 21, 2023

This week, we cover the push to change education legislation so more school curriculums incorporate a standalone financial literacy class.

topics covered: Economics and Finance, Education, Investment and Financial Planning, Personal Finance, Public Education, Public Policy, Retirement
ListenWhy Don’t More Schools Teach Financial Literacy?

The Importance of America’s Social Workers

>> May 7, 2023

We speak with longtime social worker and professor Dr. Anthony Estreet about the vital role social workers play in countless different sectors.

topics covered: Career, Government and Politics, Healthcare, Mental Health, Psychology and Psychiatry, Social Work
ListenThe Importance of America’s Social Workers

Part 2: Helping America’s Educators

>> April 23, 2023

Two education experts discuss the mounting challenges both new and veteran teachers are facing and how Americans can better advocate for them.

topics covered: Career, Education, Public Education, Public Policy
ListenPart 2: Helping America’s Educators

TikTok Isn’t the Only App With a Data Privacy Problem

>> April 23, 2023

We speak with two experts about the fast-evolving social media landscape and how consumers can better protect themselves from data mining.

topics covered: Advertising/Marketing and Consumerism, Government and Politics, Math, Data and Statistics, National Security, Privacy, Social Media and Internet, Technology, TikTok
ListenTikTok Isn’t the Only App With a Data Privacy Problem

Failing America’s Teachers

>> April 2, 2023

In part one of this story, first grade teacher Lori Cash - who’s taught for more than 30 years - shares the challenges teachers are facing and touches on a few points that need to change.

topics covered: Career, Education, Personal Finance, Politics, Public Policy
ListenFailing America’s Teachers

The Untold Story of Edith Wilson

>> March 26, 2023

She’s known as Woodrow Wilson’s second wife and first lady, but Edith Wilson's story is much more fascinating than what meets the eye.

topics covered: American Culture and History, Government and Politics, History, Politics, U.S. Presidents, Women's History and Rights
ListenThe Untold Story of Edith Wilson

A Withholding of Public Information

>> March 26, 2023

We uncover this outdated process and focus on one new method that’s aiming to make this process more efficient and speedier.

topics covered: Artificial Intelligence (AI), Democracy and Elections, Government and Politics, National Security, Technology
ListenA Withholding of Public Information

Forging Opportunity: The Early Women of the West

>> February 12, 2023

For thousands of women, living out West meant greater independence, and an opportunity to start anew. Historian and author Winifred Gallagher joins us to share how the women of the Old West paved the way for women across the U.S.

topics covered: American Culture and History, Civil Rights and Activism, Equality, Government and Politics, History, Women's History and Rights, Women's Issues
ListenForging Opportunity: The Early Women of the West

A Distengrating Framework

>> February 12, 2023

We speak with two aviation experts about this recent fiasco and what it means for all technology-reliant industries.

topics covered: Advertising/Marketing and Consumerism, Federal Government, Government and Politics, Industry, Regulation, Technology, Travel
ListenA Distengrating Framework

The Many Causes of Supply Chain & Inflation Woes

>> February 5, 2023

We speak with longtime economist and banker, James Rickards about the factors feeding into these rising costs and supply chain woes.

topics covered: Banking, Economics and Finance, Inflation, International/Global Affairs, Personal Finance, Supply Chain and Logistics
ListenThe Many Causes of Supply Chain & Inflation Woes

Banned Books: Two Sides to the Story

>> January 29, 2023

Books have been taken off shelves since the colonial period, but, in recent years, more books than ever have been deemed unsuitable for young readers. We discuss the controversy by highlighting two differing perspectives on the debate.

topics covered: Education, Government and Politics, Literature and Writing, Public Policy
ListenBanned Books: Two Sides to the Story

A Key Vulnerability: U.S. Power Grids

>> January 15, 2023

We discuss what’s driving this uptick, how power companies and government organizations are responding and what you should know as consumer.

topics covered: Advertising/Marketing and Consumerism, Business and Entrepreneurship, Cybersecurity, Energy Production, Government and Politics, Industry, Infrastructure and Engineering, National Security, Terrorism, Utilities
ListenA Key Vulnerability: U.S. Power Grids

The Fallout From Industry Monopolies

>> January 1, 2023

We discuss how this recent failure has stirred a larger conversation about the consequences & long-term effects of monopolies.

topics covered: Advertising/Marketing and Consumerism, Business and Entrepreneurship, Economics and Finance, Government and Politics, Regulation, Small Business
ListenThe Fallout From Industry Monopolies

The Fight To Survive on the Brink of Extinction

>> December 25, 2022

Scientists estimate that today’s extinction rate is hundreds, or even thousands, of times higher than the natural progression. It’s hard to quantify the exact number of species affected, but experts say it’s at least 10,000 species per year that go extinct. What’s driving this sped up process and how can humans help more species survive?

topics covered: International/Global Affairs
ListenThe Fight To Survive on the Brink of Extinction

Is Living in the Age of the Internet a Right or Privilege?

>> December 18, 2022

Dr. Merten Reglitz explains the pros and cons of government-subsidized internet.

topics covered: Federal Government, Government and Politics, Philosophy and Ethics, Social Media and Internet, Technology
ListenIs Living in the Age of the Internet a Right or Privilege?

The 2024 Presidential Election

>> November 27, 2022

ith this news making headlines, we go back in American history to uncover some of the stories of previous one-term presidents that preceded Trump.

topics covered: Democracy and Elections
ListenThe 2024 Presidential Election

The Higher Education Cost Crisis: Part 1

>> November 6, 2022

Last month, Biden’s administration vowed to cancel $10,000 of student loan debt for the average borrower and up to $20,000 for Pell Grant recipients. We highlight what this move achieves (and doesn’t) and what solutions are needed to solve this problem long-term.

topics covered: COVID-19 Pandemic, Education, Federal Government, Government and Politics, Student Loans and Financial Aid
ListenThe Higher Education Cost Crisis: Part 1

Electric Vehicles: Reducing Sky High Costs & a Lack of Accessibility

>> October 16, 2022

While electric is seen as the future, for many Americans these newer cars are often out of reach because of the hefty price tag. We speak with two experts about this current market and what progress is being made to make EV’s more available to all.

topics covered: Cars and Driving, Climate Change, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Electric Vehicles, Environment, Future, Government and Politics, Public Policy, Technology, Transportation
ListenElectric Vehicles: Reducing Sky High Costs & a Lack of Accessibility

Public Transportation: Seeing a Resurgence or Running on Empty?

>> September 4, 2022

Public transportation took a big hit in ridership and profits during the COVID-19 pandemic. Now, as more people are back and relying on these community systems once again, the future is unclear as many municipalities face record challenges.

topics covered: Community, Employment and Workplace Issues, Environment, Government and Politics, Personal Finance, Transportation
ListenPublic Transportation: Seeing a Resurgence or Running on Empty?

Have Americans Stopped Keeping Up With the News?

>> August 28, 2022

More Americans are turning to social media for their news instead of seeking out information from established news outlets. We discuss what’s driving this push and how it’s affecting information accuracy.

topics covered: American Culture and History, Communication, Government and Politics, Media and Entertainment, Mental Health, News and Journalism, Politics, Social Media and Internet, TikTok
ListenHave Americans Stopped Keeping Up With the News?

Supporting Refugee Resettlement

>> July 31, 2022

We speak with two experts about the refugee experience and just how difficult it can be to start a new life somewhere else.

topics covered: Culture and the Arts, Diversity, Government and Politics, Human Rights, Immigration and Deportation, International/Global Affairs, Military and War
ListenSupporting Refugee Resettlement

Left in the Dust: Forgotten Blue-Collar U.S. Cities & Towns

>> July 24, 2022

Stanford University law professor and author Michelle Wilde Anderson joins us this week to explain why these areas have declined over time and how residents have suffered during this downturn.

topics covered: Business and Entrepreneurship, Community, Government and Politics, History, Housing and Homelessness, Innovation, Local Government, Personal Finance, Politics, Poverty and Wealth Inequality, Small Business
ListenLeft in the Dust: Forgotten Blue-Collar U.S. Cities & Towns

Progress in Policing Initiatives Since George Floyd’s Death

>> July 24, 2022

What’s changed in policing since May of 2020 when George Floyd was murdered by Minneapolis police? Two experts in law and police policy join us to discuss the current state of police violence in America.

topics covered: Government and Politics, Law/Policy and Enforcement, Police Misconduct, Police Reform, Public Safety, Race and Identity, Racism and Discrimination
ListenProgress in Policing Initiatives Since George Floyd’s Death

The Cost of More Frequent Weather-Related Disasters

>> July 10, 2022

Each year, extreme weather events are becoming more frequent as the climate shifts. We discuss the growing economic toll of these mass destruction events and what can be done to switch course.

topics covered: Climate Change, Earth and Environmental Science and Climate Change, Economics and Finance, Federal Government, Natural Disasters, Weather and Weather Forecasting
ListenThe Cost of More Frequent Weather-Related Disasters
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