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Civics 101

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How do landmark Supreme Court decisions affect our lives? What does the 2nd Amendment really say? Why does the Senate have so much power? Civics 101 is the podcast about how our democracy works…or is supposed to work, anyway.

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Recent Guests

Luis Lozada
CEO of Democracy Works
Democracy Works
Episode: Why are so many voters sitting out this week?
Eugene Kiely
Former director of FactCheck.org
FactCheck.org
Episode: Project 2025: What it is and what it's doing
Nick Capodice
Co-host and education outreach producer of Civics 101
Civics 101
Episode: What Could Go Right: Whatever Happened to Civics?
Tom Toro
Cartoonist for The New Yorker magazine and various outlets, also illustrated a book for the hosts.
The New Yorker
Episode: What are the rules for making fun of politicians?
Joel Wu
Clinical ethics assistant professor at the University of Minnesota Center for Bioethics
University of Minnesota
Episode: Can the president legally hide their health status?
Craig Gallagher
Professor of American History at Colby College
Colby College
Episode: The Grievances in the Declaration (part 1)
Samuel Bagenstos
Professor of Law and Public Policy at the University of Michigan and former General Counsel for the Department of Health and Human Services.
University of Michigan
Episode: Why does the government fund things, and what happens when it stops?
Melissa Wasser
Policy Counsel at POGO, the Project on Government Oversight
POGO
Episode: Obergefell v Hodges, 2015
Jim Obergefell
The named plaintiff in Obergefell v. Hodges
Episode: Obergefell v Hodges, 2015

Hosts

Hannah McCarthy
Producer and Host, known for her engaging style and in-depth understanding of civics.
Nick Capodice
Co-host and Education Outreach Producer, with a focus on making civics accessible.

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 2.9k ratings
  • What we can learn from the American revolution

    As always, great reporting. So glad this show exists! Thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ck956
    United States17 days ago
  • Fun!!

    Civics never was so much fun AND understandable!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    artist/anne
    United States2 months ago
  • T

    Absolutely annoying hosts. They sound like they’re in high school. Unlistenable.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Shuwanbo
    United States2 months ago
  • Left-wing garbage

    The last people who should be teaching civics are left-wingers. God bless America 🇺🇸!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Marines of 75
    United States2 months ago
  • A must listen

    This show is my go to for understanding what is going on in the country today. Everything is based on history, and this show teaches us how we got where we are. If everyone listened to this show, we’d be in a lot better place.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EJH Big E
    United States3 months ago

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Listener reviews express appreciation for the podcast's educational value and engaging presentation, highlighting its ability to clarify complex civic concepts.
Overall, feedback emphasizes the importance of civics education and the hosts' engaging delivery as primary strengths.
Some critiques mention perceived biases, particularly regarding political perspectives, indicating a divide in listener reception based on political viewpoints.

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Project 2025: What it is and what it's doing
Q: What are the four pillars of Project 2025?
The four pillars include a foundational book called The Mandate for Leadership, a personnel database for appointments, an online educational system, and forming agency teams to implement plans after a presidential transition.
Project 2025: What it is and what it's doing
Q: Can we tell the people why we're finally making this episode right now?
The episode was created at this moment because President Trump had previously distanced himself from Project 2025, but recently stated he is working closely with someone from Project 2025 on agency cuts.
Why are so many voters sitting out this week?
Q: What is a suggestion for individuals feeling intimidated about voting?
Utilize mail-in voting or vote early to avoid crowds and potential intimidation on election day.
Why are so many voters sitting out this week?
Q: What are some barriers to voting that people experience?
Barriers include inconvenience in voting times, concerns about election security, and disillusionment with the effectiveness of voting.
Who's the most outdoorsy president? (A trivia crossover)
Q: What does the Paris Agreement not have?
The Paris Agreement is just called the Paris Agreement, whereas the Vienna Convention and Montreal Protocol are longer names.

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This podcast provides an engaging exploration of the inner workings of democracy in the United States, tackling vital topics that shape civil society. Episodes focus on diverse subjects, such as the implications of legislative actions, the historical context of civic education, and ongoing political issues like voter apathy and government funding. Noteworthy discussions also bridge historical grievances with contemporary events, enabling listeners to glean insights into the interplay between past and present political dynamics. The unique blend of factual knowledge and lively discourse aims to make civics education accessible and relevant to a broad audience.

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2. Eugene Kiely
3. Nick Capodice
4. Tom Toro
5. Joel Wu
6. Craig Gallagher
7. Samuel Bagenstos
8. Melissa Wasser

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