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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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On this episode, we’re talking about the history and evolution of United States’ refugee and asylum policy. We have been a country of exclusion for about as long as we’ve projected the image of a democratic refuge. We talk about what it actually take... more

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Recent Guests

Georgie Pisano-Getz
Practicing immigration attorney and adjunct professor at the University of Houston Law Center
University of Houston Law Center
Episode: How does asylum work? And what has changed?
Doug Teschner
Member of Braver Angels and former New Hampshire state legislator, author of the book Beyond the Politics of Contempt, Practical Steps to Build Positive Relationships in Divided Times
Episode: Restoring Civility in our Politics (on The Middle)
Anna Brown
Executive Director of Citizens Count, a New Hampshire non-profit that promotes civic engagement
Citizens Count
Episode: Restoring Civility in our Politics (on The Middle)
Molly Reynolds
Vice President and Director of the Governance Studies Program at the Brookings Institution
Brookings Institution
Episode: What is the filibuster?
Kevin Flynn
Former journalist and author of 'American Sweepstakes'
Episode: The Lottery: How it happened, and what it pays for
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?

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
  • Great Show!

    I’m really enjoying Civics 101. It’s such a great podcast, and I’m genuinely glad I found it. I appreciate how clearly they explain their topics—it makes complex civic issues easy to understand without talking down to the listener. Informative, approachable, and well done. 👏

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    5
    Capital GD
    United States23 days ago
  • Fantastic

    They bring great guests to the show. I’d only wish they’d talk a little faster and go more in depth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeffke613
    United States23 days ago
  • What we can learn from the American revolution

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ck956
    United States2 months ago
  • Fun!!

    Civics never was so much fun AND understandable!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    artist/anne
    United States4 months ago
  • T

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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Shuwanbo
    United States4 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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How does asylum work? And what has changed?
Q: What do you think the United States did when the United Nations introduced the 1951 Refugee Conventions?
We said nope; we did not sign it, wanting to be in charge of our own policies especially after World War II.
How does asylum work? And what has changed?
Q: So when students are coming, registering for a class in asylum law, what they're learning about is the protection that the US and other signatories to the Refugee Convention offer to individuals who are fleeing their home countries from persecution?
Generally, it is when something or someone keeps you safe from something else or somewhere else.
Restoring Civility in our Politics (on The Middle)
Q: Nick, how does civics education relate to this?
Civics education is desperately needed as it fosters understanding and disagreement which combats misinformation and promotes civil dialogue.
Restoring Civility in our Politics (on The Middle)
Q: Anna, how do things look from your vantage point, as you are also on a college campus at the University of New Hampshire?
There is a chilling effect on students due to fear of repercussions for voicing their views amid unprecedented changes in law and politics.
Restoring Civility in our Politics (on The Middle)
Q: Doug, I'm going to start with you. As a former lawmaker, how do you think we got here to this point?
It is troubling to see that 30 percent of Americans think political violence may be necessary, driven by social media algorithms and people profiting from our division.

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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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Recent guests on Civics 101 include:

1. Georgie Pisano-Getz
2. Doug Teschner
3. Anna Brown
4. Molly Reynolds
5. Kevin Flynn
6. Luis Lozada
7. Eugene Kiely
8. Nick Capodice

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