Government 101

Where’s his office?

Can He Do That? — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 16:55:14 +0000

Does the president have to live in the White House? How does the Secret Service protect him when he travels? Answers to those questions in this episode dealing with Trump’s frequent travel to Mar-a-Lago and his family’s continued residence in New York.

The differences between orders, memos, & actions

Civics 101 — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 16:54:45 +0000

We could literally have recommended any episode of this great podcast, but this one on the question of executive orders is particularly informative. We all know how a bill becomes a law, but what is an executive order?

The changing nature of the American presidency

Presidential — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 16:54:02 +0000

The Presidential podcast examined the life and leadership of every U.S. president. In this episode, host Lily Cunningham reveals what she learned about what it takes to be good at the country’s top job.

Restrictions and obscenity laws

60-Second Civics Podcast — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 16:53:36 +0000

This podcast publishes EVERY DAY (!) with a new short take on an aspect of our Constitution and government to help you be a better-informed citizen.

Counting on this episode

Stuff You Should Know — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 16:53:09 +0000

Stuff You Should Know isn’t usually a place to turn for politics and government, but we love what they do and were excited when they turned their attention to the census and the role it plays in government decisions.

Navigating being a minority in her party

Cape Up with Jonathan Capehart — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 16:52:23 +0000

Opinion writer Jonathan Capehart talks to one of Trump’s most visible supporters during the campaign – Michigan campaign co-chair Lena Epstein – revealing why she supports him.

The work behind polling

Slate's Working — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 16:51:56 +0000

Working ran a whole series on jobs in the White House, which is worth checking out as well, but separately, a recent episode with a pollster illuminates the many ways that polls and data impact our politicians and their decision-making.

On again, off again

Beyond the Bubble — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 16:51:15 +0000

This McClatchy podcast looks at how politics plays out in battleground states, with insight from reporters around the country. This episode explores reactions to Trump’s cabinet picks.

Ties and businesses

Can He Do That? — Wed, 01 Mar 2017 16:50:37 +0000

Can Trump maintain his current business interests? Is he violating the Emoluments Clause? What is an emolument anyway? The Post examines the powers and limitations of the executive branch.