Overcoming the Divide: Nonpartisan Politics
115 episodes - English - Latest episode: about 1 month ago -Fostering insightful political discourse and debate.
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Philadelphia Coronavirus Restrictions with Matt Cruz
November 25, 2020 16:00 - 1 hour - 42.5 MBOn today's episode, with Matt, we first discuss the recent restrictions mandated by the Philadelphia Mayor Jim Kenney. We quickly come to the agreement that these restrictions mirror a lock down. We then each present arguments of the pros and cons of a lockdown. We dive into why these restrictions have been mandated as well as the lack of transparency there is regarding where the virus spreads. I hope you enjoy! Matt Cruz is from Philadelphia, PA who is attending Marquette University in Wis...
The Philadelphia Police Shooting Incident with Tom Quarry and Alex Chokas
November 09, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBOn today's episode, with Alex and Tom, we discuss the Philadelphia Police shooting of Walter Wallace. We go into what could have happened differently to avoid that outcome and how to avoid incidents like this in the future. We then discuss the actions that followed in the nights after which consisted of looting, rioting, and protests. We give our thoughts on the situation and what needs to change. Lastly, we finish the episode with addressing the rising political tensions in our country. I h...
The Philadelphia Police Shooting Incident with Tom Quarry and Alex Chokas
November 09, 2020 18:00 - 1 hour - 51 MBOn today's episode, with Alex and Tom, we discuss the Philadelphia Police shooting of Walter Wallace. We go into what could have happened differently to avoid that outcome and how to avoid incidents like this in the future. We then discuss the actions that followed in the nights after which consisted of looting, rioting, and protests. We give our thoughts on the situation and what needs to change. Lastly, we finish the episode with addressing the rising political tensions in our country. I h...
Penn State Spring Wellness Days, The UPUA and MHS with the UPUA President Zach McKay
November 03, 2020 18:00 - 50 minutes - 34.8 MBOn today's episode, with Zach, we first discuss how the UPUA helps the students here at Penn State. We then specifically examine Spring Wellness Days which are supposed to replace Spring Break this upcoming semester. Zach then goes into CAPs, a mental health service located in University Park. Lastly, we give our thoughts on how Penn State has handled the virus. I hope you enjoy! Zach is currently serving as the President for the University Park Undergraduate Association. Zach is a senio...
Mental Health, Lockdowns, and Political Figures with Greg Milnes
October 26, 2020 17:00 - 49 minutes - 33.9 MBOn today's episode, Greg and I decided to discuss the importance of mental health, a topic that we both believe is often overlooked. We then talked about the corona virus lockdowns and how mental health was affected. Lastly, we mentioned quite a few political figures and gave our opinions on them. Hope you enjoy! Greg Milnes is a Penn State student currently majoring in supply chain with a minor in economics. Greg is also from Northampton, Pa.
Political Stereotypes and The Upcoming Election with John Villella
September 07, 2020 17:00 - 52 minutes - 35.7 MBOn today's episode, with John, we address political stereotypes that exist on both sides of the spectrum we then dive into the upcoming election. Specifically looking at mail-in-voting, Kamala Harris and the mental fitness of the candidates. Hope you enjoy! John is currently a Senior at Penn State University majoring in Political Science with two minors; one in Sociology and the other in History. John is originally from Ellicott City, Maryland but now lives in Wexford, PA!
Political Stereotypes and The Upcoming Election with John Villella
September 07, 2020 17:00 - 52 minutes - 35.7 MBOn today's episode, with John, we address political stereotypes that exist on both sides of the spectrum we then dive into the upcoming election. Specifically looking at mail-in-voting, Kamala Harris and the mental fitness of the candidates. Hope you enjoy! John is currently a Senior at Penn State University majoring in Political Science with two minors; one in Sociology and the other in History. John is originally from Ellicott City, Maryland but now lives in Wexford, PA!
Returning to Penn State this Fall with the Mayor of State College Ron Filippelli
August 23, 2020 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBOn today's episode, with the Mayor, we first discuss State College's response to the virus. We then look at the restrictions placed on businesses and the new borough ordinance. Lastly, we give our thoughts on the cancellation of the fall football season. Ron Filippelli has been the Mayor of State College since 2019. He was a professor and associate Dean of the Liberal Arts College at Penn State where he also received his PhD from!
Returning to Penn State this Fall with the Mayor of State College Ron Filippelli
August 23, 2020 14:00 - 35 minutes - 24.1 MBOn today's episode, with the Mayor, we first discuss State College's response to the virus. We then look at the restrictions placed on businesses and the new borough ordinance. Lastly, we give our thoughts on the cancellation of the fall football season. Ron Filippelli has been the Mayor of State College since 2019. He was a professor and associate Dean of the Liberal Arts College at Penn State where he also received his PhD from!
Antifa, Police Reform and Cancel Culture with Alex Chokas
August 10, 2020 14:00 - 1 hour - 41.8 MBOn today's episode, with Alex, we start out with the organization Antifa as well as touch on the Portland situation. We then take a look at police reform and how it could be approached. Lastly, we discuss some of the implications with cancel culture, hope you enjoy! Alex Chokas is currently attending the University of the Sciences where he is studying Pharmaceutical and Healthcare Business. Alex is also from Philadelphia, Pennsylvania!
Gun Control, The Current Movement and Living in a Pandemic with Hallel Cheskis
August 02, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBOn today's episode we begin with gun control and how to ensure gun safety. We then discuss police reform, the current movement and the organization BLM. Lastly, we talk about schools going back in the fall as well as how businesses should operate during the pandemic. Hallel Cheskis is Penn State student who is majoring in Marketing. Hallel is also from Harrisburg, PA.
Gun Control, The Current Movement and Living in a Pandemic with Hallel Cheskis
August 02, 2020 21:00 - 1 hour - 41.9 MBOn today's episode we begin with gun control and how to ensure gun safety. We then discuss police reform, the current movement and the organization BLM. Lastly, we talk about schools going back in the fall as well as how businesses should operate during the pandemic. Hallel Cheskis is Penn State student who is majoring in Marketing. Hallel is also from Harrisburg, PA.
Racism on College Campuses, Removal of Statues and The Uyghur Genocide with Marinique Rolle
July 27, 2020 19:00 - 42 minutes - 29.3 MBOn today's episode with Marinique we discuss racist stereotypes and micro-aggressions across college campuses; we then dive into the removal of statues specifically the John C. Calhoun one in Charleston, South Carolina. Lastly, but most importantly, we go into the Uyghur Genocide currently taking place in China. Hope you enjoy! Marinique Rolle is a Penn State Student from Charleston, South Carolina who is currently studying History with a minor in Political Science.
Healthcare, UBI, Prison Reform and the election with Kamron Sarmadi
July 16, 2020 22:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBOn today's episode, featuring Kam, we discuss what healthcare in the future should possibly look like which ties into our second subject which is the practicality of Universal Basic Income. We also discuss how prisons should be reformed and safe injection sites briefly. Lastly, we give our thoughts on the upcoming election. We hope you enjoy! Kamron Sarmadi is currently studying Biology with a Smeal fundamental business certificate at Penn State University and he is also from Vienna Virginia.
Healthcare, UBI, Prison Reform and the election with Kamron Sarmadi
July 16, 2020 22:00 - 53 minutes - 36.8 MBOn today's episode, featuring Kam, we discuss what healthcare in the future should possibly look like which ties into our second subject which is the practicality of Universal Basic Income. We also discuss how prisons should be reformed and safe injection sites briefly. Lastly, we give our thoughts on the upcoming election. We hope you enjoy! Kamron Sarmadi is currently studying Biology with a Smeal fundamental business certificate at Penn State University and he is also from Vienna Virginia.