Common Language

Mak + Case
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Welcome to Common Language! A podcast dedicated to breaking down today’s pressing policy issues in American Democracy.

  1. A Political and Astrological Meetup with Astrologer Megan Garber - US Birth Chart and Trump's Inner Workings

    14H AGO

    A Political and Astrological Meetup with Astrologer Megan Garber - US Birth Chart and Trump's Inner Workings

    If you have ever thought about astrology and politics as two separate entities - let us change your mind! We are so excited to welcome Megan Garber (@meggly) to the podcast! She helps us break down the US birth chart, what this means for this upcoming 250th birthday and what we can expect with this big revolutionary energy. Plus we break into Trump's chart... not to be missed! Follow Megan on TikTok @meggly and be sure to book a reading with her for more! follow us on socials! @commonlanguagepod

    34 min
  2. Does Trump have a good idea? A Tale of Social Safety Nets, Retirement Accounts and Access

    MAY 6

    Does Trump have a good idea? A Tale of Social Safety Nets, Retirement Accounts and Access

    Join us as we discuss Retirement Accounts, who has them, what they do and the ongoing discourse around Social Security. With Trump's approval ratings at historic lows, can his idea around universal Thrift Savings Plans help us out - or will it ever come to fruition? *Disclaimer* we are not finance girlies talk to your financial advisors for specific retirement investment advice :) Follow us on socials @commonlanguagepod See you in the comments

    27 min
  3. US vs Iran : The Court of Public Opinion - How Does What We Think Shape the Optics of War?

    APR 21

    US vs Iran : The Court of Public Opinion - How Does What We Think Shape the Optics of War?

    With the ongoing conflict in Iran and no clear end in sight -  what can public opinion polling data tell us about what might come next? Join us as we break down polling as well as historical context - explaining just how important public perception and comprehension is during wartime. As always, take what resonates and leave the rest. Common Language Podcast breaks down complex policy issues into digestible information to help navigate everyday life.. follow us on socials! @commonlanguagepod TikTok, Instagram, YouTube & Substack

    24 min
  4. TV Exec Spills Insider Secrets - Breaking Down Love Story & Mergers

    APR 3

    TV Exec Spills Insider Secrets - Breaking Down Love Story & Mergers

    This week we have our first guest of the pod! TV Exec, Taylor Sumners joins us for a discussion about what it's like to be behind the scenes of what we see on TV and where policy comes into play. We will discuss the recent release of FX/Hulu's Love Story and what a Paramount-Skydance x Warner Brother's merger would mean for the business of show business. Thank you, Taylor for your inside scoop - you can follow her @taylorsumners on TikTok and Insta follow us on socials! TikTok, Insta, Youtube @commonlanguagepod

    26 min
  5. The SAVE Act: Will it Save or Sabotage Voting Rights?

    MAR 24

    The SAVE Act: Will it Save or Sabotage Voting Rights?

    Policy or punchline? The SAVE Act wants your passport, your birth certificate, and a whole lot of your time just to cast a ballot. We’re breaking down the fine print of the new voter rights debate. Is this actually good legislation or even going to pass? follow us on socials! @commonlanguagepod works cited: Gemini said  Bipartisan Policy Center. "Five Things to Know About the SAVE Act." Bipartisan Policy Center, 24 July 2024, bipartisanpolicy.org/article/five-things-to-know-about-the-save-act/. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026. Movement Advancement Project. "2025 Democracy 101: Who Controls Our Elections?" MAP, 2025, www.mapresearch.org/2025-democracy-101-elections-control. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026. National Conference of State Legislatures. "Voter ID Laws." NCSL, 2024, www.ncsl.org/elections-and-campaigns/voter-id. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026. The White House. "Save America." The White House, 2024, www.whitehouse.gov/saveamerica/. Accessed 20 Mar. 2026.

    20 min
  6. Live from DC: It’s the State of the Union

    MAR 3

    Live from DC: It’s the State of the Union

    Is America truly in a "Golden Age," or is that just the teleprompter talking? This week, we dissect the biggest moments from the 2026 State of the Union, ranging from the high-energy appearance of the USA Men’s Hockey team to the actual policy substance—or lack thereof. Tune in as we weigh in on the effects and effectiveness of the night. follow us on socials! @commonlanguagepod insta, TikTok, YouTube and Substack

    39 min
  7. Powerful People, Weak Consequences (ft. Epstein)

    FEB 24

    Powerful People, Weak Consequences (ft. Epstein)

    This week, Mak + Case break down the Epstein files — what we actually know, what we don’t, and why this case continues to expose uncomfortable truths about power and accountability. We’re zooming out from the scandal to the system, asking what it says about justice, how women are treated, and why consequences often shrink as influence grows.

    45 min
  8. Bad Bunny, Big Politics

    FEB 17

    Bad Bunny, Big Politics

    Bad Bunny took the world stage — but the story goes far beyond halftime. This week, Mak + Case explore Puerto Rico’s political relationship with the United States, unpack the island’s history and status debate, and break down the cultural and political symbolism because sometimes the choreography says more than the headlines. Follow us on socials! @commonlanguagepod insta, TikTok, Youtube and Substack works cited: Comisión Estatal de Elecciones de Puerto Rico (CEE). Resultados Oficiales – Plebiscitos de Estatus Político (1967, 1993, 1998, 2012, 2017, 2020). Gobierno de Puerto Rico, www.ceepur.org. Accessed 17 Feb. 2026. Congressional Research Service. Puerto Rico’s Political Status and the 2020 Plebiscite. CRS Report, Congressional Research Service, 2021, crsreports.congress.gov. Congressional Research Service. Political Status of Puerto Rico: Brief Background. CRS Report, Congressional Research Service, various years, crsreports.congress.gov. Cohn, Nate. “Puerto Rico Votes for Statehood, but Congress Holds the Cards.” The New York Times, 4 Nov. 2020, www.nytimes.com. Rivera-Salgado, Gaspar. “Puerto Rico’s Status Debate: Statehood, Independence, or Status Quo?” Council on Foreign Relations, 2021, www.cfr.org.

    35 min
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Welcome to Common Language! A podcast dedicated to breaking down today’s pressing policy issues in American Democracy.

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  • Creator
    Mak + Case
  • Years Active
    2025 - 2026
  • Episodes
    37
  • Rating
    Clean
  • Copyright
    © Mak + Case
  • Show Website
    Common Language

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