Scholars Strategy Network's No Jargon

Fueled by misinformation, some parents are wary of vaccinating their kids. But this seemingly personal choice can cause disease outbreaks. Dr. Matthew Woodruff explains the science behind vaccines and...

8 Aug 201727min

A decade ago, the immigration debate divided Hazleton, PA when the mayor blamed a wave of immigrants for crimes and passed a harsh bill against them. Professor René Flores lays out what happened and h...

1 Aug 201725min

Residents are experts on their neighborhoods, but their voices often go unheard in local decision making. Professor Tia Gaynor discusses initiatives that bridge the gap between local governments and c...

26 Jul 201721min

Millions of Americans struggle to pay their utility bills, and some families are even forced to choose between groceries or energy bills. Professor Tony Reames lays out energy's unequal burden on low-...

18 Jul 201725min

Is the U.S. Constitution about to change? Professor David Marcus lays out why some states are calling for a constitutional convention to introduce amendments. And Professor David Robertson delves into...

12 Jul 201730min

The Sanders and Trump presidential campaigns both capitalized on emotional speeches and rallies. But politics weren't always this way. Professor Jeremy Young examines the history of how charisma and e...

27 Jun 201725min

Many transgender Americans report being denied a job because of their identity, but that's just one result of the discrimination they face. Professors Eric Grollman and Lisa Miller explain how unfair ...

21 Jun 201725min

Since the North American Free Trade Agreement, American processed foods have flooded the Mexican food market -- with dramatic effects on people's health. Professor Alyshia Gálvez explains how Mexico b...

13 Jun 201726min