Let's Get Civical
Let’s Get Civical is part civics class and part comedy show. Join Lizzie Stewart and Arden Walentowski as they unpack and repack those political and government structures that have driven us to the cry for help we’re in today. This stuff is confusing and we’ve made it our mission to break it down so we all understand what the FDR is going on. It’s like being in American Government class with your BFFs! But no exams. We promise! Lizzie is an NYC based comedian who performs regularly all over the city and headlines all of her family functions as the "one from New York". Arden is a politics and civics buff who’s worked on local, state, and national campaigns.
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The Seneca Falls Convention - Throw Off Such Go...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden explore the infamous Seneca Falls Convention!
41 min
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The Northwest Ordinance- Ohio Almost Didn’t Hap...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into The Northwest Ordinance!
42 min
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The Revolutionary War Pt. 2 - For God’s Sake Fi...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden continue to celebrate the Fourth of July with the second in a two part series diving deep into the Revolutionary War!
37 min
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The Revolutionary War Pt. 1 - Why Did We Break ...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden begin to celebrate the Fourth of July with the first part of a two part series diving deep into the Revolutionary War!
43 min
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Lawrence V Texas - Mind Your Business!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden take a deep dive into a landmark SCOTUS LGBTQ case, Lawrence V Texas!
43 min
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Juneteenth - Make it a Federal Holiday!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden celebrate the too often ignored holiday, Juneteenth!
37 min
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Watergate - Too Many Burglars!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden learn about the scandal of scandals, Watergate!
44 min
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D-Day - Operation Overlord!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden honor one of the greatest wartime victories in history, D-Day!
41 min
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Memorial Day - Honor the Fallen!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine the true meaning behind one of America’s most famous holidays, Memorial Day!
43 min
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Harvey Milk - Let’s Celebrate the Mayor of the ...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden celebrate Harvey Milk Day!
41 min
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Brown v. Board of Education - 14th Amendment t...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden celebrate the anniversary of the landmark Supreme Court case Brown v. Board of Education!
44 min
12
The FDA’s History with Vaccines - We are all Mi...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden are joined by hosts, Sue Smith and Caitlin Brodnick from ScamWow! Join them as they talk about the FDA’s past vaccines, their vaccine approval process, and how some maiming and poisoning started the federal regulation of our foods and drugs! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
58 min
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Presidential 100 Days - What Have You Done for ...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the modern concept of a President’s first 100 days!
55 min
14
National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden celebrate Earth Day by learning about the National Oceanic and Atmospheric Administration, better known as NOAA!
45 min
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The History of the IRS - We Didn’t Start the Fi...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden honor Tax Day by investigating the history of the Internal Revenue Service!
53 min
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The U.S. Library System - The Original Subscrip...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden tackle a listener request: the U.S. public library system!
50 min
17
New Deal Series: Social Security
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden dive into Social Security!
41 min
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The California Gold Rush - Digging Ain’t Easy!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the California Gold Rush.
42 min
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Interesting History-Making Women - Get Out of t...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden, once again, celebrate the greatness of women!
49 min
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The Assasination of President William McKinley ...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the assasination of President William McKinley!
48 min
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The Granger Movement - Damn Husbands!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the Granger Movement.
43 min
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Mount Rushmore - Where is Susan B. Anthony?!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about Mount Rushmore!
49 min
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Black History Month - Why February?
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden honor Black History Month!
49 min
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The White House - Hop On the Ferry!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden look back at the history of the most famous home in U dot S dot, the White House!
46 min
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Congressional Repercussions - Go Stand in the W...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden look into Congressional repercussions!
52 min
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Executive Orders - Break Open the File Cabinet!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden investigate executive orders!
43 min
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Roger Sherman - A Long Lost Founding Father!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden get to know the one and only Roger Sherman,
44 min
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Presidential Inaugurations - We’d Like to Than...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical Lizzie and Arden take a look at Presidential inaugurations! Join them as they talk about who plans the inauguration, past inaugurations,
56 min
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Celebrating 100 Episodes- A Fun Fact Extravagan...
In this very special 100th episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden spend the entire episode doing their favorite thing, sharing fun facts!
48 min
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Political Science- A Conversation with Andrea J...
To celebrate the holidays, Lizzie and Arden are re-airing some of their favorite episodes! Obviously, they needed to re-air the hot assassin episode again!
56 min
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The Assasination of Abraham Lincoln - Hot Assas...
To celebrate the holidays, Lizzie and Arden are re-airing some of their favorite episodes! Obviously, they needed to re-air the hot assassin episode again!
59 min
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2020 Wrap-Up - Let’s Check In On Her!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden take a walk down memory lane and revisit 2020!
58 min
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The War of 1812 - Beware the Sandbar!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical Lizzie and Arden take a look at the war we learn the least about in grade school: the War of 1812!
46 min
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The Washington Monument - She’s Quite a Stick!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical Lizzie and Arden embrace the wonder and awe of the Washington Monument!
38 min
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The History of Thanksgiving - Pardon the Turkey!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical Lizzie and Arden investigate the history of Thanksgiving!
49 min
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General Services Administration - Ascertaining ...
43 min
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Election Week and What’s to Come - So Many Laws...
60 min
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The Liberty Bell - She Cracks Me Up!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical Lizzie and Arden go all in on the Liberty Bell. Join them as they talk about her difficult birth, how she was almost abandoned, and the many theories behind her infamous crack!
51 min
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Bush v. Gore - Your Vote Matters!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical (the last before the 2020 election) Lizzie and Arden take a look at one of the most notorious Supreme Court cases, Bush v. Gore. Join them as they talk about the facts of the case, what the Justices had to say about it, and why the state of Florida should have been given the chance to attempt a recount. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
50 min
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The Voting Rights Act - SCOTUS Did Her Dirty!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden take a look at the Voting Rights Act of 1965. Join them as they talk about the goals of the Act, its amendments, and why the Supreme Court felt she was no longer necessary to achieve equal voting opportunities in the United States. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
47 min
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The History of Presidential Debates - How’s My ...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden do a deep dive into the history of presidential debates! Join them as they talk about the very first U.S. debates, the first time women debated on national television, and how the Commision on Presidential Debates rules all! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
49 min
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The 12th Amendment - The Committee of Detail Fa...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden dive into the history behind the 12th Amendment! Join them as they talk about what led to the amendment, what happens when no one wins the electoral college, and that one time it led to some very dramatic name calling on the part of Andrew Jackson! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
55 min
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Voting By Mail - Oregonians Do it!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden are joined by Chelsea Celistan, co-creator of March to the Polls, an organization focused on getting young professionals civically engaged as we near Election Day 2020! Join them as they talk about the difference between universal vote by mail and absentee voting, how absentee voting got started, and what the voting by mail options are in your state! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
52 min
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New Deal Series - Packing the Supreme Court!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden investigate what it means to “pack the court”! Join them as they talk about the fluctuation of justices on the court, FDR’s big plan that got him in trouble, and current proposals to reform the Supreme Court of the United States! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
54 min
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Cherokee Indian Cases of the 1830s - Whiplash ...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about Cherokee Nation v Georgia and Worcester v Georgia! Join them as they talk about the particulars of the cases, the meaningful impact they’ve had for Native Americans or Indians, and just how big of a flip-flopped Chief Justice John Marshall was!! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
41 min
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The Boston Tea Party - Lipton Overboard!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden celebrate Arden’s birthday by talking about the Boston Tea Party! Join them as they talk about the moments leading up to the big event, the big players (hi Sam Adams), and how much tea was sacrificed in the making of the American Revolution! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
50 min
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The Postmaster General - Hands Off the Mailboxe...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden continue to keep their finger on the pulse of the moment as they dive into the now provocative role of the Postmaster General! Join them as they talk about the history of the role, how it has changed over the years, and why a board of governors is a problematic structure! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
48 min
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Geraldine Ferraro - A Biopic!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden keep their finger on the pulse of the moment as they learn about the first woman nominated to be Vice President of the United States, Geraldine Ferraro! Join them as they talk about her many moments of firsts, her time in the House of Representatives, and how she felt about the 1984 Presidential election! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
42 min
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Lochner v. New York - Who is She?
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden take a look at the Supreme Court case, Locher v. New York! Join them as they talk about the facts of the case, it’s lasting legacy on U.S. labor laws, and why bakers were undervalued in 1905! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
46 min
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The Louisiana Purchase - A Real Bargain!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden take a look at the Louisiana Purchase! Join them as they talk about the history leading up to the deal, what the purchase entailed, and why $15 million was a great deal for the United States even though it was more than President Thomas Jefferson wanted to spend! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
41 min
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Redlining - A Racist Pastime!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden are joined by podcaster, comedian, and writer Sofiya Alexandra! Join them as they talk about the historical practice of redlining, it’s lasting consequences, and the different forms it still lives in today! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
43 min
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Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg - SCOTUS Biopic!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden finish up their SCOTUS Biopic Series with the one and only Notorious RBG. Join them as they talk about her impressive road to SCOTUS, her groundbreaking achievements, and just how many women she wants on the Supreme Court! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
47 min
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New Deal Series - National Industrial Recovery ...
In this episode, Lizzie and Arden continue their ongoing New Deal Series and learn about the National Industrial Recovery Act of 1933. Join them as they talk about the ambitious goals behind it, why the Act failed, and what legacies it left behind. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
38 min
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The Citizenship Test - Oath of Allegiance!
In this episode, Lizzie and Arden take a close look at the Citizenship Test immigrants must take in order to become an American citizen! Join them as they talk about the history of the test, how it has changed over time, and listen as they quiz each other using actual questions from the tests! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
43 min
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Black Soldiers In the World Wars - Medals Of Ho...
In this follow-up July 4th episode, Lizzie and Arden talk about black soldiers of World War I and World War II! Join them as they talk about what led to the wars, the participation of black soldiers, and some notable black soldiers who served! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
55 min
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Black Soldiers in the Revolutionary and Civil W...
In this July 4th episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about black soldiers of the Revolutionary and Civil Wars! Join them as they talk about what America was fighting for, how black soldiers participated in the wars, and the wars’ often unsung heroes! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
55 min
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Obergefell v. Hodges - Love Wins!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden tackle the civil rights case of Obergefell v. Hodges! Join them as they talk about the facts and people behind the cases, the arguments pro and against gay marriage, and the 5-4 decision that solidified gay rights in American history! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
54 min
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Marsha P. Johnson - An Activist Biopic!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden are joined by member of the fam, intern Huston! Join them as they talk about activist Marsha P. Johnson who is credited with starting the Gay Rights Movement, was a leader at the Stonewall Riots, and started a home for transgendered youth. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
54 min
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The Civil Rights Act - Protesting is the Americ...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden tackle the Civil Rights Act! Join them as they talk about what’s in the act, the events, people, and groups that led up to its drafting, and the politics behind its passage. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
42 min
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Interview with Senator Mike Gravel - Direct Dem...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk to former Alaskan Senator Mike Gravel and author of the book “The Failure of Representative Government and the Solution”. Join them as they talk about the concept of direct democracy, how it would function in the United States, and the pros and cons of the system! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
55 min
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The Centers for Disease Control - Ahhh! Moon Ge...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden dig deep into one of the government agencies on everyone’s minds these days - the CDC! Join them as they talk about the agency’s history stemming from the malaria epidemic, their mission to protect Americans, and why they’re headquartered in Atlanta, Georgia! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
47 min
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New Deal Series- The WPA
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden begin their series on the New Deal by unpacking the infamous Works Progress Administration! Join them as they talk about the purpose of the WPA, the many things that still stand today, and the incredible Federal Project Number One! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
51 min
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Presidential Transportation - Holy Sacred Cow!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden take a proverbial trip with the various modes of Presidential travel! Join them as they talk about Air Force One, FDR’s first Presidential flight, and the other modes of transportation in the Presidential fleet! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
52 min
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Political Science - Just What Is That, Exactly?
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden are joined by the very cool Andrea Jones-Rooy, data scientist, NYU professor, comedian, and circus performer. Yep! She’s basically a rock star! Join them as they talk about the field of political science, how politics intersect with our beliefs, and why it’s good to have a healthy skepticism about data. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
56 min
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Justice Samuel Alito - SCOTUS Biopic!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden near the end of their introductions to Supreme Court Justices as they talk about Justice Samuel Alito! Join them as they discuss his important decisions, his background, and his intolerance for meanness. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
50 min
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The Statue of Liberty - What a Gift!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden gush over our favorite Lady Liberty! Join them as they talk about the Statue’s history, revolutionary design and engineering, and meaning as a gift from France. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
50 min
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Podapalooza Annoucement! Visit plza.org for tic...
Quick annoucement about exciting news!! Let's Get Civical will be contributing to Podapalooza! Podapalooza is a virtual podcast festival to raise money for COVID relief. Check out our episode out April 25th and find some new favorite podcasts in this incredible lineup. Donate and get your pass here: www.podapalooza.org
2 min
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The United States Postal Service - Fund Her!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden delve into the history of the United States Postal Service! Join them as they talk about the services they offer, their whistle codes to alert a resident they have a mail delivery and the Postal Service Act of 1792 that started it all! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
56 min
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The Defense Production Act- Let’s Use It!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the topical Defense Production Act. Join them as they talk about the origins of the Act, when it’s been used in history, and why now would be a very good time to use it! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
53 min
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Justice Brett Kavanaugh - SCOTUS Biopic!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden continue their harrowing journey of introductions of Supreme Court Justices as they talk about Justice Brett Kavanaugh! Join them as they discuss his notable cases, his Catholicism, and the hero that is Christine Blasey Ford. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
55 min
71
The U.S. Department of Education - Thank You Sp...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the U.S. Department of Education. Join them as the talk about the history of the department, what they do, and some fun facts about those who have served as our Secretary of Education! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
52 min
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Unsung Women in History - Elevate Them!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about awesome, talented, strong women who lead the charge and had a momentous impact on those they knew and the world that never gave them their full due. Join them as they talk about these stunning women and celebrate their accomplishments! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
52 min
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Presidential Primary Update- Part 2!
In this mini episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden break down the Nevada caucus, South Carolina primary and Super Tuesday! Join them as they delve into the chaos, the drop outs, and the surprising results! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
24 min
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The Assasination of Abraham Lincoln - Hot Assas...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the assasination of President Abraham Lincoln! Join them as they talk about why Lincoln was assassinated, discuss who else was targeted in the plan, and freak out over the unexpected attractiveness of the one of the assassins! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
59 min
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Federal Term Limits - Damned If You Do, Damned ...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about federal term limits! Join them as they talk about how and why we have presidential term limits, why Congressional term limits are difficult to construct, and which Supreme Court Justice thinks there should be a ceiling on the amount of time Justices serve on the Court! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
50 min
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Medicare - It’s Not That Simple
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden unpack Medicare! Join them as they talk about the history of the program, who is eligible, what is covered by the various parts of the program, and why Medicare-for-All is not as simple as free healthcare for everyone! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
46 min
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Presidential Primary Update!
In this mini episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden break down the Iowa and New Hampshire caucuses and primaries! Join them as they delve into the chaos! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
22 min
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Presidential Primaries - They’re Finally Upon Us
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the Presidential primaries and caucuses! Join them as they talk about the processes of primaries and caucuses, the differences between open and closed primaries, and why Iowa always goes first (at least for now)!
50 min
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The Impeachment of Andrew Johnson - Barricade Y...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden are joined by comedian, activist, and iconic orphan, Amber Rollo. Join them as they deep dive into the impeachment of Andrew Johnson, why the radical Republicans couldn’t stand him, and why Edwin Stanton locked himself in his office for the whole of the Senate trial. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
55 min
80
The War Powers Act of 1973- Trust No Bitch!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden tackle the ever relevant War Powers Act! Join them as they talk about where the power to declare war comes from, why the War Powers Act was passed, and how every president has violated it in their own unique way! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
56 min
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Spread the Vote- Can I see ID?
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden sit down with Kat Calvin, founder of Spread the Vote, an organization dedicated to helping voters get the proper IDs in order to vote! Join them as they discuss why the organization was founded, what states have the toughest voter ID laws, and why voter suppression is a very real problem. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
55 min
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Justice Stephen Breyer - SCOTUS Biopic!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden continue their scenic route journey of introductions of Supreme Court Justices as they talk about Justice Stephen Breyer! Join them as they discuss his important decisions, his habit of crashing while biking, and that one time he faced a machete. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
36 min
83
Marbury vs Madison - #MarburyMood
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden tackle a pinnacle court case in U.S. history: Marbury vs Madison. Join them as they talk about the concept of judicial review, Chief Justice John Marshall’s dilemma, and why William Marbury is the 2020 mood we need. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
44 min
84
The 21st Amendment- Drink Sensibly!
To celebrate the holidays, Lizzie and Arden are re-airing one last favorite episode from this past year! In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden welcome back Amanda Hunt, creator and star of Monica Lewinsky Sings Your Heart Out. Join them for part two of the prohibition amendments as they unpack the 21st Amendment and talk about why national sentiment toward prohibition changed, how the gangsters filled the alcohol void, and whether or not prohibition achieved its goals. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
53 min
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Interview with Congressman Mark Takano (CA-41) ...
To celebrate the holidays, Lizzie and Arden are re-airing another one of their favorite episodes from this past year! In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden interview Congressman Mark Takano from California’s 41st district. Join them as they talk about the Fair Labor Standards Act, holding out hope for Texas, and the Congressman's proposed Restoring Overtime Pay Act! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
33 min
86
The Presidential Veto- Regular, Pocket, and Lin...
To celebrate the holidays, Lizzie and Arden are re-airing one of their favorite episodes from this year! In this episode of Let's Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the presidential veto with their guest, actor and activist, Piper Perabo. Join them as they break down the different types of vetoes (yes there's more than one), how they've been used in history, and why Grover Cleveland really needs to settle down. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
49 min
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The Whiskey Act of 1791 - Get You a Wig Desk!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden drink a bottle of Jack Daniels and talk about the Whiskey Act of 1791, the Whiskey Rebellion that soon followed, and how Alexander Hamilton nearly destroyed the Union!
48 min
88
Impeachment Update!
In this mini episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden break down the timeline of recent events leading up to the anticipated impeachment of the 45th U.S. President, Donald Trump. Join them as they talk about the events surrounding the Ukraine scandal, the process in the House thus far, and what happens next! * This episode was recorded on December 8th, 2019 before the Articles of Impeachment were officially released on December 10th, 2019. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
33 min
89
United States v. Nixon - Don’t Record!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the Supreme Court case United States v. Nixon! Join them as they talk about what led to the case, why the Supreme Court ruled against Nixon, and how one secretary tried to save it all! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
44 min
90
The Filibuster - Settle Down Aaron Burr!!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the filibuster! Join them as they talk about how we got the filibuster, why it only really exists in the Senate, and why it’s all Aaron Burr’s fault! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
44 min
91
Justice Clarence Thomas - SCOTUS Biopic!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden continue their CliffsNotes journey of introductions of Supreme Court Justices as they talk about Justice Clarence Thomas! Join them as they discuss the very few times he’s spoken from the bench, why he feels that Justices shouldn’t ask questions, and talk about the (many) pivotal cases he’s heard during his time on SCOTUS. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
44 min
92
The Whip - Where’s Darryl?!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden are joined by comedian and host of “I'm Listening : A Frasier Podcast” Anita Flores to talk about the job of the Whip! Join them as they talk about the history of the job, just how many are there, and just what exactly a Whip does
58 min
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Ezra Levin and Leah Greenberg - The Indivisible...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden are joined by Ezra Levin and Leah Greenberg from the Indivisible Project! Join them as Ezra and Leah talk about their new book We Are Indivisible: A Blueprint for Democracy After Trump, what’s it’s like to ignite a grassroots movement, and important things to remember about the 2020 elections! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
42 min
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Diplomats 101- Motivated Individuals Only!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden are joined by comedian Katie Compa to talk about the ins and outs of being a U.S. Diplomat! Join them as they break down the various positions that are under the umbrella of a Diplomat, famous diplomats in our history, and what the correct pronunciation of envoy is! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
54 min
95
Visiting the Supreme Court!
In this mini episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden are joined by More Banana producer Cait Moldenhauer to talk about their experience visiting the Supreme Court of the United States! Join them as they talk about what it was like to wait in line to hear oral arguments, what it was like to see the Justices in action, and all the tips and tricks to know when planning your own trip to SCOTUS! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
22 min
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Muftiah McCartin - Office of the House Parliame...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden interview interview Muftiah McCartin who spent almost 30 years in the Office of the House Parliamentarian. Join them as they talk about what exactly a parliamentarian does, how the office works, and why scrapbooking takes on an entirely different meaning! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
45 min
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Visiting the U.S. Capitol!
In this mini episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about their experience visiting the U.S. Capitol! Join them as they recount their tour of the Capitol, discuss what it was like to visit the gallery of the House of Representatives, and relive the moment they stumbled across Nancy Pelosi! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
23 min
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Interview with Congressman Mark Takano (CA-41) ...
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden interview Congressman Mark Takano from California’s 41st district. Join them as they talk about the Fair Labor Standards Act, holding out hope for Texas, and the Congressman's proposed Restoring Overtime Pay Act! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
32 min
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U.S. Currency - E pluribus unum!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden cash in on the many fun facts about our currency! Join them as they unpack the history of our currency, how all of our money is made, and all the very impressive ways our government makes sure we can’t counterfeit it!
55 min
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Justice Sonia Sotomayor - SCOTUS Biopic!
In this episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden continue their journey of informal introductions of Supreme Court Justices by taking a look at the Mother of Dragons, Sonia Sotomayor! Join them as they unpack how she saved Major League Baseball, her remarkable journey to the Supreme Court, and why we think trumpets should play when she walks into the room. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates!
47 min