9 episodes

A podcast about the parts of US government that don't quite add up.

The Civics Skeptic Joella Shearer

    • Business

A podcast about the parts of US government that don't quite add up.

    Candid Cold War: Eisenhower's New Look

    Candid Cold War: Eisenhower's New Look

    A discussion of the reasons for, characteristics and impacts of, Eisenhower's New Look Policy

    • 11 min
    The Civics Skeptic: The Most Powerful Branch of Government

    The Civics Skeptic: The Most Powerful Branch of Government

    A discussion of which branch of the United States government is actually the most powerful, despite what the framers intended. 

    • 9 min
    The Dangers of Payday Loans

    The Dangers of Payday Loans

    I discuss a Vice article on payday loans, what they are, and what steps are being taken to prevent them becoming too dangerous to consumers.

    • 7 min
    Why is food being wasted when there are so many in need?

    Why is food being wasted when there are so many in need?

    I discuss a Politico article on the steps the USDA is taking to prevent and minimize food waste, as well as interview an essential worker.

    • 18 min
    What the numbers in the news really mean

    What the numbers in the news really mean

    I analyze an article from the NYTimes on how the statistics in the news are obtained and distorted, as well as discuss the current stock value of Clorox.

    • 7 min
    As the pandemic spreads, Amazon grows

    As the pandemic spreads, Amazon grows

    I discuss a Vox article about the growth of Amazon during the Covid-19 pandemic, and what this means for consumers.

    • 8 min

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