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Two American teens venture out to rediscover the ethos of America and a dream which now seems so distant. In this podcast, they reflect on the nation’s past and present, seek out the long-dormant Jack and Diane, and search from the picket fence to the picket line in an effort to claim their slice of the American pie.

  1. 27/01/2021

    Healthcare, COVID & Biden w/ Andy Slavitt

    Jake and Lorenzo, along with the help of White House Senior Advisor for the COVID-19 Response and host of the podcast “In the Bubble,” Andy Slavitt, examine the past, present, and future of America’s healthcare infrastructure in an interview from earlier this month. Tune in to this special “bridge” episode between seasons as they break down the pandemic, changing presidencies, and the future of our country itself.

    19 min

  2. 14/10/2020

    How Broken Is The Senate? w/ Dr. Ross Baker

    Jake and Lorenzo consider the intentions of the constitution's framers and whether or not the upper body of our bicameral system behaves as intended. What’s wrong and what’re we gonna do about it? Joining them today is Dr. Ross Baker, Distinguished Professor of Political Science at Rutgers University, Member of the Board of Contributors at USA Today, and scholar of all things Senatorial.

    25 min

  3. 30/09/2020

    Post Debate Discussion: w/ Jake and Lorenzo

    Following the September 29th presidential debate, Jake and Lorenzo reflect on their conversation from Monday’s episode. What predictions came true? Find out on this special short edition of Picket. These are the key moments from an hour-long post-debate discussion.

    9 min

  4. 28/09/2020

    Punching For The Presidency: Presidential Debates w/ Alan Schroeder

    Its time for the political Super Bowl, the presidential debates. Jake and Lorenzo hear from Alan Schroeder, Professor Emeritus at Northeastern, an expert on televised and presidential debates. Where we figure out what we can expect from the candidates, strengths and weaknesses, and much more.

    19 min

  5. 09/09/2020

    The 51st: Puerto Rico? w/ Gov. Luis Fortuño

    It’s been over 60 years since we added a new state to the union. In the latest installment of Picket, Jake and Lorenzo discuss Puerto Rico’s lengthy fight for Statehood with Former Governor Luis Fortuño.

    29 min

  6. 26/08/2020

    Buying Elections w/ Commissioner Weintraub

    We may not be the ones deciding our elections. Jake and Lorenzo look into the “dark money” of America’s campaign finance system (among other topics) with the help of Federal Election Commissioner Ellen Weintraub.

    28 min

  7. 12/08/2020

    The Green Party w/ Howie Hawkins

    With the general election looming a few short months away, Jake and Lorenzo speak with Howie Hawkins, the Green Party’s candidate for President of the U.S. Tune in they dive into America’s partisan system and learn about those pushing to change it.

    28 min

  8. 29/07/2020

    Confederate Monuments w/ Dr. Karen Cox

    History or hate? Jake and Lorenzo speak to Dr. Karen Cox of the University of North Carolina at Charlotte about the debate over Confederate monuments and symbols.

    35 min
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Two American teens venture out to rediscover the ethos of America and a dream which now seems so distant. In this podcast, they reflect on the nation’s past and present, seek out the long-dormant Jack and Diane, and search from the picket fence to the picket line in an effort to claim their slice of the American pie.

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  • Creator
    Picket
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2021
  • Episodes
    13
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2020 All rights reserved.
  • Show Website
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