Had enough of the noise? The finger-pointing? The nonstop blame game? Airborne is a political podcast that shares the different perspectives of the American political parties in order to include and engage all. A new issue is discussed in every episode, along with solutions offered from all sides of the political spectrum in order to show the nuance and variety of all kinds of ideas and ideologies so that YOU can decide what's best. First understand, then refute.
Airborne News Roundup #1 (May 29-June 5): Political Maneuvering, Culture Wars, and a Sea Wall
Welcome to the very first Airborne News Roundup, where we parse through the jargon of the news and get to the important bits! Dogs can sniff out coronavirus, Israel's political future is uncertain, Democrats and Republicans are taking stands on American culture, the Arctic is free from drilling, Miami might build a sea wall, President Trump has beef with Facebook, California can sell assault weapons, and we're going to Venus! This is Airborne News Roundup #1, for the week of May 29-June 5.
14 May 2021
Extra, Extra! Polarizing Press and Brazen Bias!
It's no secret that America is as politically polarized today as it was before the American Civil War. It's also no secret that there are some major media networks that aren't shy about the way they lean politically, and they won't hesitate to say so. But how does media bias affect political polarization, and what are the lasting consequences that we'll have to face? This is Airborne Episode 13: Extra, Extra! Polarizing Press and Brazen Bias.
12 Mar 2021
To Seek the Truth (ft. Mr. Will Aitchison)
Mr. Will Aitchison, a public safety labor lawyer from Portland, Oregon, joins us to discuss his journey through Georgetown University Law School, the daily life of a labor lawyer, a new literary project, and the Portland riots. What is the reality of law enforcement officers in Portland? How do we become better critical thinkers? And, how do we as a society recognize truth from opinion? Find out now on Airborne Episode 12-To Seek the Truth.
3 Mar 2021
The Bare Minimum
Democrats are trying to pass a $1.9 trillion stimulus bill through Congress, to help the economy recover from COVID. One of the provisions in this bill was a national $15 minimum wage, but after being struck down by a Senate parliamentarian, Democrats have backed off from raising the minimum wage, at least for now, in favor of passing the giant stimulus. But is the minimum wage a boon for the economy, allowing workers to be paid a living wage, or does it kill jobs, and crush small businesses? Find out now in Airborne Episode 11-The Bare Minimum.
20 Feb 2021
What's the Deal?
Texas froze over, and Ted Cruz flew to Cancún. In the meantime, Democrats and Republicans are trading blame on how this crisis even happened in the first place, and some liberals, not so quietly, have begun pushing for the Green New Deal as the solution to the Lone State's energy crisis. But what even is the Green New Deal? Who supports it? What's in it, and can it be done? Find out now on Airborne Episode 10--What's the Deal?
26 Jan 2021
The Elephant in the Room
The Democrats control the White House, the Senate, and the House. Despite holding slim majorities in Congress, the Democratic Party is poised to pass new bills and eliminate the Senate filibuster. The Republican Party is split between the Never Trumpers and the Trumpist Republicans, who might split into their own party. The Democratic Party is younger, has better outreach and ground game, more enthusiastic voters, and is far more diverse. As we move in the 2020s and beyond, it begs the question, "Where does the Republican Party go from here?" Find out now on Airborne Episode 9-The Elephant in the Room.
20 Jan 2021
100 Days
A first impression can define who you are. It can be eye contact, a handshake, or a tone of voice. For a president, it's the First 100 Days. The first one hundred days of a presidency have been used as a benchmark for measuring presidential achievement for almost a century, and in some cases, it defines the president's entire legacy for years to come. Let's dive in and explore President Biden's agenda in Airborne Episode 8-100 Days.
9 Jan 2021
Protect the Heart
The Capitol Riots shocked the world. Rioters smashed the glass, kicked down the doors, and swept into the Capitol building. Roaming the building, weapons in hand, searching for government representatives, attempting to disrupt democracy, the peaceful transition of power. This is a turning point in American history. But we must all do we can stand above this wave of hate and do our part to protect the heart of the free world--democracy, and reconciliation. This is Airborne Episode 7-Protect the Heart.
31 Dec 2020
Let's Talk Rhetoric! (ft. Mrs. Mary Eisner)
Mrs. Eisner, the head of the Northgate High School English Department and a master of language, joins us today to talk about political rhetoric! What's the state of political rhetoric today? Political rallies--good or bad? Is social media helping or hurting discourse? How do we talk about politics better? Find out today on Airborne-Let's Talk Rhetoric!
22 Dec 2020
A Scalding Realignment
In the 2010s, there was a conservative reawakening. What started out as a whisper in the 1980s, fueled by the anger and frustration of millions of Americans, cleverly helped along by some political chess play of large corporations, and inspired by an act of rebellion in early America, turned into the largest right-wing movement since the end of the second world war--the modern Tea Party. This is Airborne--A Scalding Realignment.
18 Dec 2020
Popping the Bubble
From the progressive cities in the American West to the elite history of the old Northeast, to the industrial plants of the Midwest and the rustic South, America is a nation full of unique political cultures, and each region has its own history. But, all too often, we're lost in our own world, never realizing how varied our country is outside of what we're used to. Today, we're popping the bubble.
12 Dec 2020
The Fate of the Free World
Picking a president is hard work, and it's not made any easier by the Electoral College, a system written into Article I of the Constitution. There's Supreme Court cases, backroom deals, faithless electors, oh my! But is switching to a popular vote a good idea, or should we stick to the status quo? This is the Fate of the Free World.
4 Dec 2020
Constitutional Conceptions
There's a lot at stake when interpreting the nation's most important document. Of course, that means that there are plenty of different ways to do it, AND those ways often overlap. You'll learn some of these methods, from all across the ideological spectrum, in Constitutional Conceptions.
30 Nov 2020
The Party Basics
Democratic and Republican. Libertarian and Green. Liberal and conservative. What does it all mean? In this episode of Airborne, we go back to the basics. From the Constitution to healthcare to taxes, this episode covers what the parties stand for, their platforms, and what their vision for America is. This is the Episode 1-The Party Basics. If you have any suggestions for a future episode, send a comment over to the link below.
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