Latest Civics Podcast Episodes
60-Second Civics: Episode 5119, andquot;All Men Are Created Equal:andquot; The Basic Ideas of Constitutional Government in the Colonies, Part 17
60-Second Civics Podcast - April 25, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute ★★★★ - 75 ratingsThe Declaration of Independence states that among the andquot;truthsandquot; that Americans hold to be andquot;self-evidentandquot; is that andquot;all Men are created equal.andquot; But what did Thomas Jefferson mean by this statement? Center for Civic Education
60-Second Civics: Episode 5118, The American Creed: The Basic Ideas of Constitutional Government in the Colonies, Part 16
60-Second Civics Podcast - April 24, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute ★★★★ - 75 ratingsThomas Jefferson said that his purpose in writing the Declaration of Independence was to express a shared understanding of andquot;the American mind.andquot; Over the course of a few days in June 1776, Jefferson laid out the most fundamental principles and central political beliefs of the Americ...
60-Second Civics: Episode 5117, Why Americans Held These Truths to Be Self-evident: The Basic Ideas of Constitutional Govt. in the Colonies, Part 15
60-Second Civics Podcast - April 23, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute ★★★★ - 75 ratingsWhy did the writers of the Declaration of Independence andquot;hold these Truths to be self-evident?andquot; Among other things, these Americans were deeply influenced by the teachings of Christianity and English republicanism. Center for Civic Education
60-Second Civics: Episode 5116, The Meaning of Self-Evident Truths: The Basic Ideas of Constitutional Govt. in the Colonies, Part 14
60-Second Civics Podcast - April 22, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute ★★★★ - 75 ratingsThe second paragraph of the Declaration of Independence begins like this: andquot;We hold these Truths to be self-evident, that all Men are created equal, that they are endowed by their Creator with certain unalienable Rights, that among these are Life, Liberty, and the Pursuit of Happiness.andqu...
60-Second Civics: Episode 4864, The Intolerable Acts: The Road to Independence, Part 12
60-Second Civics Podcast - April 19, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute ★★★★ - 75 ratingsFollowing the Boston Tea Party, the British government responded with what colonists called the Intolerable Acts, a series of Punitive Acts that, among other things, closed Boston Harbor to all trade.??Listen to today???s episode to learn more! Center for Civic Education
Name two national U.S. holidays.
United States Citizenship - Civics Test Podcast - April 19, 2024 03:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsIn this episode, we discuss the hundredth possible question on your U.S. Citizenship Civics Test, Name two national U.S. holidays. In addition to the question and answer, Andrea will provide a brief history lesson as well to help you understand the question and answer. As you prepare for your U....
60-Second Civics: Episode 5114, Elections in Colonial America: The Basic Ideas of Constitutional Government, Part 12
60-Second Civics Podcast - April 18, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute ★★★★ - 75 ratingsElections in the colonial era and in the early American republic were rather uncivilized compared to today's standards. Explore the differences between then and now in today's episode! Center for Civic Education
When do we celebrate Independence Day?
United States Citizenship - Civics Test Podcast - April 18, 2024 03:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsIn this episode, we discuss the ninety-nine possible question on your U.S. Citizenship Civics Test, When do we celebrate Independence Day? In addition to the question and answer, Andrea will provide a brief history lesson as well to help you understand the question and answer. As you prepare for...
60-Second Civics: Episode 5113, Qualifying to Vote in Early America: The Basic Ideas of Constitutional Government in the Colonies, Part 11
60-Second Civics Podcast - April 17, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute ★★★★ - 75 ratingsIn the American colonies, the right to vote followed the British model: only free adult males who owned a certain amount of property could vote, though there were limited exceptions to this rule. Listen to learn more! Center for Civic Education
What is the name of the national anthem?
United States Citizenship - Civics Test Podcast - April 17, 2024 03:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsIn this episode, we discuss the ninety-eight possible question on your U.S. Citizenship Civics Test, What is the name of the national anthem? In addition to the question and answer, Andrea will provide a brief history lesson as well to help you understand the question and answer. As you prepare ...
Why does the flag have 50 stars?
United States Citizenship - Civics Test Podcast - April 16, 2024 03:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsIn this episode, we discuss the ninety-seven possible question on your U.S. Citizenship Civics Test, Why does the flag have 50 stars? In addition to the question and answer, Andrea will provide a brief history lesson as well to help you understand the question and answer. As you prepare for your...
356. Dr. Rajiv Shah with Eric Liu: Charting a Course for Change
Town Hall Seattle Civics Series - April 15, 2024 19:48 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 11 ratingsEver wondered how a leader orchestrates large-scale change on a global scale? In his new book, Big Bets: How Large-Scale Change Really Happens, Rajiv J. Shah, President of the Rockefeller Foundation and former administrator of USAID unveils his model for driving large-scale change. Drawing on ...
How to Build Strong Families, Raise Happy Kids: Child psychology and Parenting tips
Thinking 2 Think - April 14, 2024 13:00 - 36 minutes ★★★★★ - 1 ratingDads and Moms, this episode is for you! Join M.A. Aponte on Thinking2Think as we delve into the wonderful world of Parenthood, fatherhood, and motherhood. We explore two foundational theories in psychology: Jean Piaget's stages of cognitive development and Abraham Maslow's hierarchy of needs. Jo...
Why does the flag have 13 stripes?
United States Citizenship - Civics Test Podcast - April 12, 2024 15:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsIn this episode, we discuss the ninety-six possible question on your U.S. Citizenship Civics Test, Why does the flag have 13 stripes? In addition to the question and answer, Andrea will provide a brief history lesson as well to help you understand the question and answer. As you prepare for your...
60-Second Civics: Episode 5112, Voting Rights in Colonial America: The Basic Ideas of Constitutional Government in the Colonies, Part 10
60-Second Civics Podcast - April 12, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute ★★★★ - 75 ratingsVoting rights in colonial America depended on the ownership of property. In other words, a person had to own a certain amount of land, livestock, or other property in order to qualify to vote. Listen to learn more! Center for Civic Education
Is San Francisco a Sanctuary When You Don’t Have Housing?
Civic - April 12, 2024 00:41 - 34 minutes ★★★★★ - 27 ratingsIncreases in the number of migrants arriving in San Francisco have stress-tested the city’s shelter system, revealing the dire need for more housing and support for families. We talk to migrant parents driven out of their homes by violence and political upheaval about navigating San Francisco’s ...
Where is the Statue of Liberty?
United States Citizenship - Civics Test Podcast - April 11, 2024 15:00 - 4 minutes ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsIn this episode, we discuss the ninety-five possible question on your U.S. Citizenship Civics Test, Where is the Statue of Liberty? In addition to the question and answer, Andrea will provide a brief history lesson as well to help you understand the question and answer. As you prepare for your U...
UNUM Series: The Soul of Civility
Village SquareCast - April 11, 2024 11:00 - 1 hour“Fragile Neighborhoods is an essential and engaging read for everyone who wants to better understand the challenges facing our cities, towns and our nation at large.” Richard Florida – Bestselling Author of “The Rise of the Creative Class” Find the program online here: https://tlh.villagesquar...
60-Second Civics: Episode 5111, Representative Democracy in Colonial America: The Basic Ideas of Constitutional Government in the Colonies, Part 9
60-Second Civics Podcast - April 11, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute ★★★★ - 75 ratingsEach of the thirteen American colonies had some features of representative democracy that we still see today. For example, each of the colonies had a legislative, executive, and judicial branch. Learn more with today???s episode! Center for Civic Education
What is the capital of the United States?
United States Citizenship - Civics Test Podcast - April 10, 2024 15:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsIn this episode, we discuss the ninety-four possible question on your U.S. Citizenship Civics Test, What is the capital of the United States? In addition to the question and answer, Andrea will provide a brief history lesson as well to help you understand the question and answer. As you prepare ...
What ocean is on the West Coast of the United States?
United States Citizenship - Civics Test Podcast - April 09, 2024 15:00 - 3 minutes ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsIn this episode, we discuss the eighty-nine possible question on your U.S. Citizenship Civics Test, What ocean is on the West Coast of the United States? In addition to the question and answer, Andrea will provide a brief history lesson as well to help you understand the question and answer. As ...
60-Second Civics: Episode 5109, The Massachusetts Body of Liberties: The Basic Ideas of Constitutional Government in the Colonies, Part 7
60-Second Civics Podcast - April 09, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute ★★★★ - 75 ratingsAmericans have had a tradition of written guarantees of rights since the time of the thirteen colonies. The Massachusetts Body of Liberties of 1641 provides a good example. Center for Civic Education
355. Barbara McQuade with Jenny Durkan: In Search of Truth
Town Hall Seattle Civics Series - April 08, 2024 22:23 - 1 hour ★★★★ - 11 ratingsThe subject of disinformation is a well-known part of political rhetoric, but it has implications even outside of the sphere of democracy. From the electoral system to schools; from the workplace to hospitals, the consequences of it are far-reaching and dire. A legal analyst at MSNBC and forme...
Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States.
United States Citizenship - Civics Test Podcast - April 08, 2024 15:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsIn this episode, we discuss the eighty-eight possible question on your U.S. Citizenship Civics Test, Name one of the two longest rivers in the United States.In addition to the question and answer, Andrea will provide a brief history lesson as well to help you understand the question and answer. ...
60-Second Civics: Episode 5108, Written Guarantees of Rights: The Basic Ideas of Constitutional Government in the Colonies, Part 6
60-Second Civics Podcast - April 08, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute ★★★★ - 75 ratingsDespite the presence of indentured servitude and slavery in colonial America, many Americans enjoyed written guarantees of their rights. Center for Civic Education
354. Michael J. Gerhardt: The Law of Presidential Impeachment
Town Hall Seattle Civics Series - April 05, 2024 20:33 - 57 minutes ★★★★ - 11 ratingsHave you ever wondered how impeachment really works? As a witness and consultant in the impeachment trials of Bill Clinton and Donald Trump, legal scholar Michael J. Gerhardt has collected a lifetime of scholarly research and firsthand experience. But despite his proximity to such high-profile...
Name one American Indian tribe in the United States.
United States Citizenship - Civics Test Podcast - April 05, 2024 15:00 - 5 minutes ★★★★★ - 60 ratingsIn this episode, we discuss the eighty-seven possible question on your U.S. Citizenship Civics Test, Name one American Indian tribe in the United States. In addition to the question and answer, Andrea will provide a brief history lesson as well to help you understand the question and answer. As ...
60-Second Civics: Episode 5107, Slavery in Colonial America: The Basic Ideas of Constitutional Government in the Colonies, Part 5
60-Second Civics Podcast - April 05, 2024 07:00 - 1 minute ★★★★ - 75 ratingsSlavery was present in the thirteen American colonies since at least the early 1600s. Until slavery was abolished in the mid-nineteenth century, almost 12 million Africans were transported against their will to America. Listen to today's podcast to learn more about the foundations of slavery in t...
Unheard: The Plight of Mayans Struggling with Addiction in SF
Civic - April 04, 2024 23:46 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 27 ratingsThe impact of the COVID 19 pandemic led to a rise in fatal overdoses among the tens of thousands of Indigenous Mayans living in the Bay area. That alarmed Latinx advocates and officials at the Mexican consulate in San Francisco. Indigenous Latin Americans are categorized as Latinx even though man...
Unheard: The Plight of Maya Struggling with Addiction in SF
Civic - April 04, 2024 23:46 - 39 minutes ★★★★★ - 27 ratingsThe impact of the COVID 19 pandemic led to a rise in fatal overdoses among the tens of thousands of Indigenous Maya living in the Bay area. That alarmed Latinx advocates and officials at the Mexican consulate in San Francisco. Indigenous Latin Americans are categorized as Latinx even though many ...
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