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How do landmark Supreme Court decisions affect our lives? What does the 2nd Amendment really say? Why does the Senate have so much power? Civics 101 is the podcast about how our democracy works…or is supposed to work, anyway.

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Hosts

Hannah McCarthy Nick Capodice Christina Phillips

Previous Guests

Justice Patricia Alverez
Justice Patricia Alverez is a distinguished member of the judiciary, known for her contributions to legal interpretations and her commitment to upholding the rule of law. She has served in various capacities within the court system, advocating for justice and fairness in legal proceedings.
Justice Gustavo A. Gelp
Justice Gustavo A. Gelp is a prominent judge recognized for his expertise in constitutional law and his role in significant court decisions. He has a reputation for his analytical approach to legal issues and his dedication to ensuring that justice is served in accordance with the law.
Allison Stanger
Allison Stanger is a professor of political science and international studies at Middlebury College. She specializes in the intersection of technology and democracy, focusing on how digital platforms influence political processes and public policy. Stanger has authored several books and articles on these topics, contributing to the discourse on the implications of technology in governance.
Kris Harper
Kris Harper is a professor of history and philosophy at the University of Copenhagen. He specializes in the historical development of scientific practices and the philosophical implications of weather forecasting.
Felicia Bowser
Felicia Bowser is a meteorologist at the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, Florida. She has extensive experience in weather prediction and data analysis, contributing to the accuracy and reliability of weather forecasts.
David Karpf
David Karpf is an expert in political communication and campaign strategy, currently serving as a professor at the School of Media and Public Affairs at George Washington University. He has published extensively on the intersection of media, politics, and public opinion, and is known for his insights into how political messages are crafted and delivered.
Rasheida Smith
Rasheida Smith is a political consultant at Dunton Consulting, where she specializes in campaign strategy and communications. With a background in political science and extensive experience in managing political campaigns, she provides strategic advice to candidates on how to effectively communicate their messages and engage with voters.

Topics Discussed

rule of law Justice Patricia Alverez Justice Gustavo A. Gelp democracy courthouse big tech Trump administration Elon Musk Department of Governmental Efficiency efficiency DOGE National Weather Service weather prediction data collection meteorology history of weather forecasting political consultants political campaigns campaign strategy David Karpf Rasheida Smith April Fools' Day politics press trivia

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Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on Civics 101.

0:00 30:49

What is the Rule of Law?

Guests
Justice Patricia Alverez Justice Gustavo A. Gelp
Keywords
rule of law Justice Patricia Alverez Justice Gustavo A. Gelp democracy courthouse

What is the rule of law? It's certainly not the same as the rule of men.

This episode was recorded live at the John J. Moakley Courthouse in Boston. It features the voices of Justice Patricia Alverez and Justice Gustavo A. Gelp.

  • CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!
  • To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.
  • Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!
0:00 33:15

Efficiency v. Democracy

Hosts
Hannah McCarthy Nick Capodice
Guests
Allison Stanger
Keywords
big tech Trump administration Elon Musk Department of Governmental Efficiency efficiency DOGE

Today we were going to explore how "big tech" has woven itself into the fabric of the Trump administration. But after a conversation with Allison Stanger, professor at Middlebury College, we decided to focus exclusively on Elon Musk and his relationship with Donald Trump. 

What is DOGE, the "Department of Governmental Efficiency?" And while we're at it, what is efficiency anyways? Has DOGE saved Americans any money? What information of ours are they trying to access? And is there any chance they've already succeeded?

  • CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!
  • To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.
  • Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!
0:00 32:29

Why do we have the National Weather Service?

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Kris Harper Felicia Bowser
Keywords
National Weather Service weather prediction data collection meteorology history of weather forecasting

Most Americans can look down at their phone and see a prediction of the future. How is that even possible?

Well, we'll tell you. Today it's all about the weather; from early predictive methods and almanacs to the National Weather Service's modern-day practices of collecting, analyzing, and sharing a staggering amount of data. First we talked with Kris Harper, a professor of history and philosophy at the University of Copenhagen, and then with Felicia Bowser, a meteorologist at the National Weather Service in Tallahassee, Florida.

  • CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!
  • To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.
  • Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!
0:00 28:41

Who decides what politicians should say?

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David Karpf Rasheida Smith
Keywords
political consultants political campaigns campaign strategy David Karpf Rasheida Smith

Today we explore the nebulous world of political consultants. 

These are the people who run political campaigns. They use a mixture of science and gut-feeling to determine what a candidate should say and do, and in one particular instance, what they should NOT say and do. 

How do they do it? How effective are they? What actually moves the needle in a campaign? Talking to us today are two campaign experts; David Karpf from the School of Media and Public Affairs at George Washington University, and Rasheida Smith, political consultant at Dunton Consulting. 

  • CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!
  • To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.
  • Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!
0:00 40:40

April Fools: Politicians, the press, and more

Hosts
Christina Phillips
Keywords
April Fools' Day politics press trivia

Pranks are a staple of April Fools' Day - even when it comes to politics and the press. 

On this special edition of Civics 101, Senior Producer Christina Phillips tests our April Fools knowledge with some surprising trivia, and a whole lot more!

  • CLICK HERE: Visit our website to see all of our episodes, donate to the podcast, sign up for our newsletter, get free educational materials, and more!
  • To see Civics 101 in book form, check out A User's Guide to Democracy: How America Works by Hannah McCarthy and Nick Capodice, featuring illustrations by Tom Toro.
  • Check out our other weekly NHPR podcast, Outside/In - we think you'll love it!

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