Civil Discourse

Jan 30 2025 261 ep. 55 mins 11
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This podcast uses government documents to illuminate the workings of the American government, and offer context around the effects of government agencies in your everyday life.

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Puerto Rico

Jan 30 2025 51 mins  
Nia and Aughie continue their U.S. Territories series while exploring the history and culture of Puerto Rico.

In the News: Trump's First Week

Jan 28 2025 65 mins  
Aughie and Nia explore some of the Executive Orders released by the Trump Administration in his first week in office.

Guam

Jan 24 2025 54 mins  
Nia and Aughie discuss the Constitutional grounds upon which the U.S. might acquire a territory. They go on to discuss the territory of Guam.

In the News: Presidential Inaugurations

Jan 20 2025 76 mins  
Augie and Nia discuss the Constitutional and customary rules surrounding a Presidential Inauguration.

Pardon Me!

Dec 13 2024 74 mins  
Aughie and Nia discuss the Presidential pardon power - how it arises, how it has been used, and controversial pardons past and present.

In the News: The First Round of Trump Appointments

Nov 19 2024 60 mins  
Aughie and Nia discuss the first round of President Elect Trump's proposed appointments, and follow with a discussion of recess appointments.

After Election 2024

Nov 14 2024 82 mins  
Aughie and Nia discuss the immediate and potential long term ramifications of the 2024 election cycle.

Election Certification Process

Nov 05 2024 74 mins  
Aughie and Nia outline the steps a Presidential election goes through, from voting at the booth to election certification at the U.S. Capitol.

Government Plagiarizers

Oct 31 2024 52 mins  
Aughie and Nia talk about famous government officials who have plagiarized writing and speeches.

Federalist 39

Oct 24 2024 31 mins  
Aughie and Nia discuss Federalist 39, Madison's defense of the Republic as a form of national government.