228 episodes

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.

Civics 101 NHPR

    • Government
    • 4.2 • 2.3K Ratings

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.

    How Can The Government Ban TikTok?

    How Can The Government Ban TikTok?

    TikTok - an app with around 170 Million American users - is under intense scrutiny by the U.S. government, including a bill passed by the House of Representatives which issues a threat: "sell or be banned." But how and why can the government do that?

    • 20 min
    Can the Supreme Court save us from ourselves?

    Can the Supreme Court save us from ourselves?

    What really happens when the Supreme Court decides something? What are the limits on their powers? And what can we do if we disagree with them?

    • 24 min
    Amending the Constitution

    Amending the Constitution

    The process for changing the Supreme Law of the Land.

    • 18 min
    What's Going On With Civics Education?

    What's Going On With Civics Education?

    Have we ever agreed upon a narrative for our nation that we can teach American students?

    • 55 min
    Extra Credit: How to Argue Against Disinformation; Trump Trials Update

    Extra Credit: How to Argue Against Disinformation; Trump Trials Update

    How do you have a legitimate discussion with someone who has the facts wrong? And what's going on with all of these different trials involving former President Donald Trump?

    • 31 min
    What Are Presidential Pardons?

    What Are Presidential Pardons?

    Can presidents pardon themselves?

    • 28 min

Customer Reviews

4.2 out of 5
2.3K Ratings

2.3K Ratings

A dyslexic who loves books ,

My favorite civics pod

Incredibly entertaining and accessible. I recommended to so many people it really breaks things down and makes you realize that you’re not the only one that has these questions. :)

Northgolfer ,

Very entertaining and informative

For those who question how deep they go into a subject, remember this is a “100 level course”. It is meant to be an introduction to a topic. This podcast nails it perfectly. In addition, far to many voters do not understand how the government works. This podcast helps educate voters on what politicians can and cannot accomplish on their own while in office

Katet in NC ,

Entertaining but biased

The show’s hosts are entertaining and tell great stories about American civics, government and legal theories. However, it’s clear they are biased against conservatives. They are subtle about it oftentimes omitting key facts that would highlight how democrats are as nefarious as republicans in certain civil matters. Oh well. I expect it coming from NPR. Nonetheless it’s a good podcast.

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