The American Resolution

Heather Gardner
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The American Resolution

In a world filled with shows about problems, The American Resolution is a show about solutions! What a “resolutionary” idea! Hosted by comedian and political commentator Heather Gardner of @heathergtv, The American Resolution dissects major issues in the news through a comedic lens and brings you conversations with the people who aren’t waiting on Washington to solve them! New episodes drop weekly.

Episodes

  1. 2 DAYS AGO

    Inebriation & Inauguration

    On this episode of The American Resolution, host Heather Gardner is joined by fellow comic Juliana LaBarbiera for two reasons:  #1 - To watch the inauguration of President Donald Trump #2  To get hammered So after many… many drinks they sit down to discuss the inauguration ceremonies, dissect two VERY different speeches given by the President, and discuss how screwed America will be with our new oligarch overlords who were prominently featured as Trump was sworn in.

    26 min

  2. 6 DAYS AGO

    Reinvent The DNC - It's Easy As 1 2 3

    After a LONG hiatus The American Resolution is finally back! Host Heather Gardner sits down with Josh Burstein, candidate for vice-chair of the DNC to discuss how the party needs to reinvent itself and its messaging after losing in November. They start with the basics... like what is the DNC and what does the vice-chair do (4:00)? They break down why the Democrats need to embrace "new media" (9:30) and build a permanent campaign messaging infrastructure to win hearts and minds in between election cycles (12:00) They discuss what type of messaging the party needs to focus on going forward (16:15) and why a hyper-focus on the top of the ticket failed (19:15). Finally, they talk about why the party needs to redefine what it means to be a Democrat (22:00) why conservatives are beginning to win the culture war (30:15), and why we can't afford to "tune out" in between election cycles (32:00) Make sure to follow Heather on all the social media platforms @HeatherGTV and the podcast @AmericanResolutionPod for the latest content and updates

    35 min

  3. 05/30/2024

    Houses Before Spouses

    On this episode of "The American Resolution," host Heather Gardner solves the problem of… homeownership! Heather talks with Reed Galen, co-founder of the Lincoln Project, about major grocery retailers lowering their prices after making record profits to “benefit the consumers” (1:30) and whether the Supreme Court is supremely corrupt… and what to do about it (6:30). Then, Heather dives into the history of American homeownership and why it’s so consequential for wealth building for middle-class Americans (12:30). Finally, she speaks with Kristina Modares and Stephanie Douglass, co-founders of Open House Austin, about their “Houses before Spouses” model of real estate investing… and why the “traditional” model of home ownership may not be the best investment strategy in 2024 (18:30). Make sure to follow Heather on all the social media platforms at @HeatherGTV and the podcast @AmericanResolutionPod for the latest content and updates!

    37 min

  4. 05/16/2024

    The "Tradwife" Tango and Trump's Abortion Two-Step

    On this episode of "The American Resolution," host Heather Gardner solves the problem of… having to cut great content out of prior episodes for time! Heather revisits her conversation from Episode 1 with comedian Juliana LaBarbiera, but this time… it’s the full extended remix!  Heather and Juliana discuss the “tradwife” trend that’s grown popular on social media (3:00) then react to an article featured in “The Cut” from an ivy-league educated woman who decided her ticket to the good life was to marry an older man (9:15). Finally, they break down the Arizona abortion ban from 1864 that was reinstated, then later repealed, and Trump’s newfound position on the issue that has made EVERYONE upset (14:00). Make sure to follow Heather on all the social media platforms at @HeatherGTV and the podcast @AmericanResolutionPod for the latest content and updates!

    21 min

  5. 05/09/2024

    You've Gotta FLY! For Your RIGHTS!

    On this episode of "The American Resolution," host Heather Gardner doesn’t find the “true” solution to abortion access… but an incredible group of volunteer pilots who are helping change the status quo in the interim. First, Heather is joined by political influencer and occasional SNL parody star Joanne Carducci, a.k.a. JoJoFromJerz to debate an important question - Are screens… destroying teens? (2:00) Then, Heather recaps the fallout from the Supreme Court decision to overturn Roe v. Wade that has left abortion access and healthcare access hundreds of miles away for many Americans. (15:00) Finally, she speaks with Mike Bonanza, co-founder of Elevated Access, a non-profit organization made up of volunteer pilots who transport people seeking abortion access, healthcare, and gender-affirming care in order to receive the procedures they need! (19:00) Make sure to follow Heather on all the social media platforms at @HeatherGTV and the podcast @AmericanResolutionPod for the latest content and updates!

    33 min

  6. 05/02/2024

    The Burbs and the Bees

    On this episode of "The American Resolution," host Heather Gardner finds a creative solution to TWO problems: vacant lots that often plague midwestern cities and the recovering honeybee population. The pair are related in this week’s buzzy tale!  First, Heather is joined by comedian Hannah Barnett to discuss Gen Z’s “luxury” groceries trend (1:30) and if the housing crisis marks the end of the traditional American dream (6:00).  Then, Heather does a hilarious deep dive into the honeybee population that is starting to bounce back in America after decades of decline (12:30). Finally, she speaks with Timothy Jackson and Nicole Lindsey, co-founders of Detroit Hives about their organization's efforts to turn vacant, abandoned lots in their city into beautiful green spaces that host beehives (19:00)! Make sure to follow Heather on all the social media platforms at @HeatherGTV and the podcast @AmericanResolutionPod for the latest content and updates!

    30 min

  7. 04/25/2024

    The Fantastic 4...Day Workweek

    On the inaugural episode of "The American Resolution," host Heather Gardner solves the issue of American burnout with the fantastic four-day workweek! First, Heather is joined by comedian Juliana LaBarbiera to break down the social media "Tradwife" trend (1:30) and test whether Juliana can detect whether a statement is fact or opinion - a skill that many Americans struggle with (5:00). Then, Heather does a deep dive into the history of the American five-day, 40-hour workweek that's leading to record levels of burnout (10:00) and the momentum building to scale back our work-obsessed society. Finally, she talks to Charlotte Lockhart, managing director and co-founder of 4 Day Week Global, a company whose sole mission is to help companies and governments transition workers to a 32-hour, four-day workweek with no loss in productivity or pay (17:00), a concept that's also being championed by Senator Bernie Sanders! Make sure to follow Heather on all the social media platforms at @HeatherGTV and the podcast @AmericanResolutionPod for the latest content and updates!

    29 min

  8. 03/25/2024

    Coming Soon: The American Resolution with Heather Gardner

    In a world filled with shows about problems, The American Resolution is the show about solutions! Hosted by comedian and political commentator Heather Gardner, The American Resolution takes a tongue-in-cheek approach to the latest headlines, while picking one issue from the news, dissecting it, and bringing you conversations with the people solving it! Coming soon!

    1 min

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About

In a world filled with shows about problems, The American Resolution is a show about solutions! What a “resolutionary” idea! Hosted by comedian and political commentator Heather Gardner of @heathergtv, The American Resolution dissects major issues in the news through a comedic lens and brings you conversations with the people who aren’t waiting on Washington to solve them! New episodes drop weekly.

Information

  • Creator
    Heather Gardner
  • Years Active
    2024 - 2025
  • Episodes
    8
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © Copyright 2025 Heather Gardner
  • Show Website
    The American Resolution

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