Hosted by Erik McGuire · 🇺🇸 US · EN · 20 episodes
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Erik McGuire hosts Civics Over Politics, a news show with 20 episodes published.
This episode of Civics Over Politics explores the ongoing mid-decade redistricting, Trump’s image and likeness all over official things, and MAHA’s “gold standard” science insanity. Show Notes: Louisiana Redistricting: h
Show notesOn this 20th episode of the Civics Over Politics podcast, the show takes an introspective look at how race has played a role in American history. Special attention is paid to the massive resistance of the newly enshrined
Show notesShow Notes: This episode of Civics Over Politics explores the connections between politics and religion, from the Roman Empire to the present day. The show closes with another travel recommendation. Last week's suggested
Show notesNot the cable news version, but a take on the dominant identity politics of our era. Plus a travel recommendation.
Show notesToday’s episode delves into the threats and instances of political violence in our country. The show also gives a bit of background on me and how I approach the issues. We close with a tribute to the modern miracle of va
Show notesToday’s episode delves into the recent dust up between the Pope and the President, the war with Iran, Supreme Court Justice Ketanji Brown Jackson, and an awesome movie recommendation. Show Notes: Justice Ketanji Brown Ja
Show notesThis episode recaps the April 7 St. Joseph local elections and their low but change-oriented turnout, tackles the latest in the Iran war situation , takes in the perspective of John Milton on Charles I, and closes with a
Show notesThis episode goes deep on the local election and the issues that matter, the war in Iran, and our citizenship. Show Notes: The Birthright Con by Jamelle Bouie: https://www.nytimes.com/2026/04/01/opinion/birthright-citize
Show notesOn this episode, the show dives into the history of the Soviet Union, National Socialism, Chinese Communism, and contemporary American politics to show the devastating effects of dehumanizing rhetoric and policies. Show
Show notesFor this episode, we feature a wide ranging interview with my stepson Jackson about all things politics, sports, and a bit more. This one is an interesting and fresh one.
Show notesToday’s episode, in honor of St. Patrick’s Day, will focus on Ireland. We will delve into the political and social history of Ireland by exploring a few notable periods of Irish history. These include the Norman conquest
Show notesToday’s episode, which is the show’s 10th, will focus on women. We will bring you an interview with my step-daughter Maggie, who is 16, almost 17, focusing on her civic perspectives. The episode will close with some hist
Show notesShow Notes: Air Combat Command Article on Operation Epic Fury: https://www.acc.af.mil/News/Article-Display/Article/4420221/hegseth-says-epic-fury-goals-in-iran-are-laser-focused/ Just War Theory: https://iep.utm.edu/just
Show notesToday’s show will feature some discussion about what the meaning of left and right are in terms of political alignment and ideology. We’ll also dive into the RFK Jr. phenomenon and the MAHA movement and how this is impac
Show notesDoes America want an autocrat? Plus some history of the Iranian situation, the epistemology of news consumption, and a book recommendation. Today’s show will feature some news and discussion about Executive power and Tru
Show notesOn this episode, the show tackles Prince Andrew, tariffs and the dramatic Learning Resources Supreme Court decision in the justices’ own words, and birthright citizenship. The show closes with a classic TV show recommend
Show notesNew and improved audio for this episode, Wilkes v Wood and the rule of law as opposed to law and order, Operation Metro Surge, Jesse Jackson’s legacy, and an album recommendation. Show Notes: Rule of Law Primer from UVA
Show notesToday’s episode features FDR’s background and some of his own words, some comment about race and the Presidency, and a classic post-World War 2 movie recommendation. Show Notes: Fireside Chat 12/9/1941 https://youtu.be/c
Show notesThis episode packs a punch in a short time with a nod to Ike’s Farewell Address, an episode from the Korean Conflict, some reflections on the Department of Defense, some baseball talk, and closes with some Hannah Arendt.
Show notesThis is the second of several tributes to great American Presidents in honor of President’s Day. This episode features the Farewell Address of President Washington as well as some updates and commentary on current events
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Civics Over Politics is hosted by Erik McGuire. The show is categorised under news (politics) and has published 20 episodes.
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