Athens Happens

Athens Happens
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Athens Happens is a weekly news podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes every Monday at thenewpolitical.com, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

  1. 02/29/2024

    Athens Happens: Election Season

    Ayden McDougle and Megan Taylor discuss why there seems to be so many substantial topics dominating headlines during an election year and the potential topics that will be covered throughout the year leading up to Election Day.  Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded. This podcast episode was filmed on February 1, 2024

    36 min

  2. 11/28/2023

    What Does The Passage of Issues 1 & 2 Mean For Ohioans?

    We had the honor to be joined by Ohio University Alum Larry Hayman Esq., the driving force behind legal education at OU. Mr. Hayman was a civil litigator, specializing in election law, education law, and domestic relations. On this episode we discussed the impact of the recent passage of Issues 1 & 2, legal challenges that may arise, and the correlation to the passage of these issues in relation to Ohio being a “Battleground State”. Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded. This podcast episode was filmed on November 15, 2023.

    28 min

  3. 11/06/2023

    Athens Happens: “Swiftomics”: The Influence of Taylor Swift

    Ohio U student, and true Swifty, Riley Sargent joins us to discuss the influences of Taylor Swift, not just on her fanbase, but communities and the economy in hindsight of the Eras Tour.  Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded. This podcast episode was filmed on November 1, 2023.

    30 min

  4. 10/11/2023

    Athens Happens: What is Going on in Congress?

    The New Political’s Editor and Chief, Henry Jost joins us to discuss the issues surrounding the near government shutdowns and the political chaos that might ensue with (now former) Speaker McCarthy. Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded. This podcast episode was filmed on October 4, 2023.

    27 min

  5. 10/02/2023

    Athens Happens: Update on Ohio SB 83/HB 151

    Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded. This podcast episode was filmed on September 27, 2023.

    29 min

  6. 09/25/2023

    Athens Happens: Ohio Redistricting

    Ohio U student Taylor Schneider joins us to discuss the state of Ohio Redistricting, the flaws of The Ohio Redistricting Commission, and provide insight into incarcerated Ohioans and how they factor into creating Ohio’s Congressional Districts.  Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded. This podcast episode was filmed on September 20, 2023.

    36 min

  7. 09/14/2023

    Athens Happens: Ohio August Special Election Issue 1

    News Editor, Rachel Yount joins us as we discuss the outcome of Ohio’s August Issue 1 failing to amend the Ohio Constitution, the reasoning behind a Special Election, what this means for the future of Ohioans, and what is going to be on Ohio’s ballot this November.  Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

    18 min

  8. 05/06/2023

    Athens Happens: Third Parties

    In the final episode of Athens Happens for the academic year, we talk to Opinion Writer Mark Harris about third parties and how they influence politics. Athens Happens is a podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes at thenewpolitical.com or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded. This podcast episode was filmed on April 26, 2023. CREDITS: Host/Writer: Izzy Keller - @imkelle13 Host/Writer/Editor: Ayden McDougle - @ayden_mcdougle GUESTS: Mark Harris - mh882117@ohio.edu Intro/Outro song - Dance Summer by Muze Productions via Adobe Stock

    49 min
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Athens Happens is a weekly news podcast brought to you by The New Political, a student publication dedicated to explaining the nuances of Ohio University, Athens and state politics. You can find new episodes every Monday at thenewpolitical.com, Spotify, YouTube, or wherever else podcasts can be downloaded.

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  • Creator
    Athens Happens
  • Years Active
    2019 - 2024
  • Episodes
    32
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Athens Happens
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