
Episode 74: Is Our Food Safe?
Rollbacks on federal regulations will put American's food at risk. Professor Adam Sheingate explains the risks to consumers and the prospects for food safety in the coming years. He stresses that trus...
7 Mar 201723min

Episode 73: Sanctuary City Limits
As the federal government ramps up deportation efforts, myths about sanctuary cities are widespread. Professor Tom Wong shows how local sanctuary policies lead to safer and economically stronger commu...
28 Feb 201728min

Episode 72: Power in Politics
The outsized influence of money is a problem in U.S. politics. Sean McElwee and Professor Tabatha Abu El-Haj describe how donors skew policy and how getting more people to vote could counter big money...
23 Feb 201738min

Episode 71: Violence in Resistance
Protests that turn violent have been a constant throughout American history. Professor Ashley Howard explains their origins, and how new laws, policing methods, and social media have changed the way p...
14 Feb 201726min

Episode 70: The Future of Family Planning
Republican majorities in the federal government and in most states are putting protections for abortion, parenting, and birth control rights at risk. Professor Monica McLemore details what the future ...
7 Feb 201728min

Episode 69: Repeal and Replace?
Trump and Republican leaders have promised to repeal Obamacare, leaving millions without health insurance. Professor Colleen Grogan breaks down the benefits of the Affordable Care Act, its shortcoming...
1 Feb 201727min

Episode 68: Bull in a China Shop
Tensions with China are high, North Korea is testing nuclear warheads, and the Philippines is distancing itself. Professor Oriana Skylar Mastro explores the complicated web of U.S. trade and military ...
24 Jan 201728min

Episode 67: Defending Democracy
Americans across the political spectrum are questioning the integrity of U.S. elections and democracy. Professor Amel Ahmed walks through threats that can erode democracies and encourages protecting i...
17 Jan 201727min


















