Best Association For Democratic Reforms Podcasts (2024)

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Inside the mind of WNEP's Joe Snedeker 1:10:40

1y ago1:10:40

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WNEP morning meteorologist Joe Snedeker joins the News Engine Podcast to discuss, well, everything. Joe goes into detail about how he got his start at WNEP, when and why he began wearing shorts in the middle of winter, the rigors of the annual Go Joe bike ride, and why he can't sit still and battles a short attention span. It all adds up to a high-…

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Umbrellas, hearts and skeletons: Frank Dubas is using Scranton as his canvas 37:19

1y ago37:19

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Many people have seen Frank Dubas' creations. From his colorful umbrellas over Bogart Place to his community Gardens of Cedar, Dubas has been making Scranton a more colorful place while creating a splash on social media. Learn more about how he did it and what's next. You can subscribe to the News Engine Podcast wherever you get your favorite podca…

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PennDOT takes us inside the 10-year I-81 widening project 46:26

1y ago46:26

46:26

Rich Roman, District Executive for PennDOT’s Engineering District 4, joins the News Engine Podcast to discuss the 7.5-mile Interstate 81 widening project between Scranton and Avoca. The enormous project will cost $500 million and take 10 years but it will be 5 years before crews start digging. Between now and then there's a lot of planning. Rich ta…

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Veteran Earl Granville is inspiring us to battle adversity: "You don't need a uniform to serve your country" 1:21:50

1+ y ago1:21:50

1:21:50

Carbondale native Earl Granville is a decorated Army veteran who served tours in Bosnia, Iraq, and Afghanistan, famously losing his leg to a roadside bomb and his twin brother to suicide. Earl joins the News Engine podcast to tell us about how he battles adversity and how he helps veterans and law enforcement, sharing insight into how his injury an…

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"The Judicial Branch of our Government – Ethics Reforms for the Supreme Court" - S 2 EP 18 30:20

1+ y ago30:20

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My Citizen Legislators, the hits keep coming about the Supreme Court. Today I want to discuss the recent lapses of members of the Supreme Court of the United States (SCOTUS). ProPublica is an independent, nonprofit newsroom that produces investigative journalism with a moral force. According to the ProPublica website, its mission is – To expose abu…

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Meet the volunteer team that's restoring and reopening the Brooks Mine at Nay Aug Park 56:17

1+ y ago56:17

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Chris Murley and Dan Shurtleff have a love of coal mining and its history. They understand how mining helped shape the region and wanted to find a way to share their knowledge and love of anthracite mining with a new generation who may know little or nothing about the industry that helped build Northeast Pennsylvania. The mining enthusiasts took on…

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"CNN’s So Called Prime Time Town Hall with Former President Agent Orange When You Elect A Clown Expect A Circus" - S 2 EP 17 40:03

1+ y ago40:03

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My Citizen Legislators. CNN went full Jerry Springer on Wednesday, May 10, 2023, by hosting a Town Hall meeting for former President Donald Trump at Saint Anselm College in New Hampshire. The town hall was moderated by Kaitlin Collins. I didn’t watch the town hall meeting for a variety of reasons. I knew Trump was going to go all in on spewing lies…

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"House Democrats Pulling Legislative Jedi Mind Trick to Thwart An Economic Meltdown" - S 2 EP 16 41:46

1+ y ago41:46

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My Citizen Legislators, May 2, 2023 will live infamy. House Democrats unveiling a master stroke of utilizing a legislative maneuver – the discharge petition. Let me set the stage for you, my Citizen Legislators. On January 30, 2023, Congressman Mark DeSaulnier (D-CA-10) quietly introduced H.R. 626, the Breaking Gridlock Act. He did not issue a pres…

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2023 Primary election analysis: Reassessment and Notarianni, the rise of Gaughan and McGloin, voting for change and the shrinking Democratic edge 31:12

1+ y ago31:12

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The Times-Tribune politics reporter Borys Krawczeniuk breaks down the Primary election by taking a look at what happened to Jerry Notarianni and if reassessment was to blame. Borys also digs into the emergence of Bill Gaughan onto the Lackawanna County stage, what Matt McGloin is going to need to learn to be a commissioner, and how local voters sou…

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"How Do The Democrats Solve A Problem Like Senator Dianne Feinstein" - S 2 EP 15 30:37

1+ y ago30:37

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How Do The Democrats Solve A Problem Like Senator Dianne Feinstein Welcome back to Topless Government. This show is a cross between Schoolhouse Rock and civics for the masses. I want to make this show relatable and fun for everyone who would like to know how YOUR government works. Remember knowledge is power! So let’s get started. I am the host, Cr…

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"White House Correspondents’ Association Dinner" - S 2 EP 14 35:44

1+ y ago35:44

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Welcome back to Topless Government. This show is a cross between Schoolhouse Rock and civics for the masses. I want to make this show relatable and fun for everyone who would like to know how YOUR government works. Remember knowledge is power! So let’s get started. I am the host, Crystal Ellerbe. I live, breathe, eat, and sleep politics. I’ve done …

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" House GOP Debt Limit Bill Wreaking Havoc on Our Economy " - S 2 EP 13 55:14

1+ y ago55:14

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House GOP Debt Limit Bill Wreaking Havoc on Our Economy Welcome back to Topless Government. This show is a cross between Schoolhouse Rock and civics for the masses. I want to make this show relatable and fun for everyone who would like to know how YOUR government works. Remember knowledge is power! So let’s get started. I am the host, Crystal Eller…

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"POTUS is Running for Reelection to Protect and Defend Our Democracy" - S 2 EP 12 49:39

1+ y ago49:39

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As always I would be pleased if you would subscribe, rate, share, and review the show. This past week, President Biden quietly announced he is running for reelection. NPR.com: Biden warns of rights under threat from Trump and 'MAGA extremists' in reelect launch. Politico.com: Biden dives back in, announces reelection bid Politico.com: Chicago will …

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Ernie Preate on his path from prosecuting historic Lackawanna County murder cases to prison reform 1:04:54

1+ y ago1:04:54

1:04:54

Former Lackawanna County District Attorney and Pennsylvania Attorney General Ernie Preate joins the News Engine Podcast for an extensive interview that details his rise to the top of county and state politics, his stunning fall, and his desire to reform prisons he helped fill. You can subscribe to the News Engine Podcast wherever you get your favor…

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"2024 Community Project Funding & Spending Requests" - S 2 EP 11 22:10

1+ y ago22:10

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It's March Madness my Citizen Legislators and I’m not talking about the NCAA Men’s and Women’s basketball tournament. March Madness for those who work in politics are filling out and submitting FY 2024 appropriations requests, community project funding requests and congressionally directed spending requests. Let me break this all down for you, my C…

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"Federal Jury Service" - S 2 EP 10 41:41

1+ y ago41:41

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My Citizen Legislators today I am going to what I recently experienced for the very first time in my adult life. I received a letter from the US District Court and inside was a summons for petit jury service. My date of service was from Friday, February 24, 2023 - Friday, March 10, 2023. I’m not going to lie to you my Citizen Legislators, I wasn’t …

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"Presidential Funerals and Burials" - S 2 EP 9 35:49

1+ y ago35:49

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Season 2 Episode 9: Presidential Funerals and Burials My Citizen Legislators, several days ago the world learned that former US President James “Jimmy” Carter announced he is entering hospice care at home with his family. I was eleven years old when Jimmy Carter was elected president of the United States. During his presidency America was going thr…

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Meet the Scranton Priest who helped raise over $1 million to help fund Ukraine's freedom fight against Russia 47:29

1+ y ago47:29

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Rev. Myron Myronyuk, the pastor of St. Vladimir Ukrainian Greek Catholic Church, Scranton, has spent the past year on a personal mission to help purchase supplies for soldiers from his Ukraine homeland. He purchases helmets, body armor, tourniquets, uniforms, boots, vehicles, drones, and medical supplies and ships everything to the front lines in U…

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Scranton's coldest case: Reporter Lew Marcus looks back on the Tommy Genova murder 34:40

1+ y ago34:40

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On Jan. 26, 1981, Scranton School Director Tommy Genova was running late for a school board meeting. He exited his car behind the district's administration building and was shot in the back, dying a few hours later. Scranton Tribune reporter Lew Marcus was in the building covering the school board meeting when the shooting occurred and talks about …

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Scranton City Council President and Steamtown Marathon founder Bill King hits the ground running 52:43

1+ y ago52:43

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After years as a teacher, principal, school superintendent, and founder and director of the Steamtown Marathon, Scranton City Council President settles into his new role just a year after being sworn in. You can subscribe to the News Engine Podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podcasts Listen and subscribe …

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The Rock 107 Birthday Bash: The End of an Era 44:33

1+ y ago44:33

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What started Monday as an annual social media post noting Rock 107's birthday wound up being a bit of a sad announcement for loyal fans of the 43-year-old classic rock radio station. Word began spreading that Northeast Pa's Classic Rock radio would probably be unable to host future birthday bash parties. You can subscribe to the News Engine Podcast…

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"State of the Union Address, House GOP Acting A Fool and GOP Rebuttal from AR Governor “Normal or Crazy” Challenge - GOVT 101" S 2 EP 8 44:37

1+ y ago44:37

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My Citizen Legislators, President Joe Biden gave his in person State of the Union address before a Joint Session of Congress on February 7th at 9pm ET. I want to discuss the origins and authorization of the State of the Union Address. According US House of Representatives Office of the Historian: The formal basis for the State of the Union Address …

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" Schoolhouse Rock! 50th Anniversary - GOVT 101" S 2 EP 7 30:26

1+ y ago30:26

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On Wednesday, February 3, 2023, we celebrated a Saturday morning television show, Schoolhouse Rock on ABC! I’m a Generation Xer and I grew up on Schoolhouse Rock! Generation X owes a great deal to SchoolHouse Rock and I want to celebrate the half-century mark of this phenomenal animated television show. My Citizen Legislators as y’all know, the Top…

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"Speaker McCarthy Making Good on his Pledge to Remove Three Democratic House Members From Their Committees - GOVT 101" S 2 EP 6 42:23

1+ y ago42:23

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Well, well, well. Speaker Kevin McCarthy is a man of his word; he announced on January 24th the removal of Representatives Adam Schiff (D-CA) and Eric Swalwell (D-CA.) from the House Intelligence Committee. According to the National Review.com January 28th article by Britanny Bernstein, Speaker McCarthy cited Swalwell’s association with a Chinese s…

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"Washington Mardi Gras, A Behind the Scenes Look Of the Celebration of Louisiana, its Politics and its People - GOVT 101" S 2 EP 5 44:26

1+ y ago44:26

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The annual three-day event included Louisiana Alive! on Thursday night, which is a mixer event showcasing Louisiana foods from all over the state and live music from various bands in Louisiana. Friday night is a seated dinner where the Mardi Gras princesses and festival queens are presented. Saturday night is the grand Mardi Gras Ball Gala, where t…

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"Congressional Committees - GOVT 101" S 2 EP 4 35:39

1+ y ago35:39

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My Citizen legislators, one of my followers on TikTok AionTeleos, would love to hear an episode on congressional committees, and what benefit Members of Congress get from those assignments. I agree! This is a great idea and timely! We are now two weeks into the 118th Congress. The House and Senate were in recess this week. Well as I can tell you fr…

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"Hell Hath No Fury Like a Newly Elected Speaker of the House - GOVT 101" S 2 EP 3 30:37

1+ y ago30:37

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My Citizen Legislators. The Speaker’s race is over after a ballbusting and brawling on the House floor in the early hours of Saturday, January 7th. On January 9th, the House voted on H.Res. 5 - Adopting the Rules of the House of Representatives for the One Hundred Eighteenth Congress and for other purposes AKA - House Rules Package for the 118th Co…

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"Federal Government Bouncing a HUGE Check (Defaulting on our Debt & Raising the Debt Limit) - GOVT 101" S 2 EP 2 33:25

1+ y ago33:25

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GOVT 101 – Federal Government Bouncing a HUGE Check (Defaulting on our Debt & Raising the Debt Limit) The US hit the debt ceiling set by Congress on Thursday, January 19th, forcing the Treasury Department to start taking extraordinary measures to keep the government paying its bills and escalating pressure on Capitol Hill to avoid a catastrophic de…

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"Its Ground Hog Day in Congress - GOVT 101" S 2 EP 1 55:50

2y ago55:50

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This is the SECOND SEASON OF TOPLESS GOVERNMENT and I’ll be discussing topics that have been top of mind to everyone, providing an insight on how YOUR government works. As always I would be pleased if you would subscribe, rate, share, and review the show. My Citizen Legislators this week Congress convened the first session of the 118th Congress. Th…

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"Organizing Congress – Leaders and Committees: GOVT 101" S 1 EP 12 49:05

2y ago49:05

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We are winding down the second session of the 117th Congress. There are no uncontested midterm election races and on December 6th, Senator Raphael Warnock (D-GA) defeated Herschel Walker for a full 6-year term in the Senate. Both Democratic and Republican parties have begun the ritual of organizing for the 118th Congress that will convene on Januar…

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"CRYSTAL IS OFF THE CUFF Realpolitik 101" S1 S 1 EP 11 54:13

2y ago54:13

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In this episode, Crystal is shooting off the cuff with Marcus and discussing what's going on in the world of politics. Sometimes we just need to vent. Welcome back to Topless Government. This show is a cross between Schoolhouse Rock and civics for the masses. I want to make this show relatable and fun for everyone who would like to know how YOUR go…

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State representative Kyle Donahue talks about his days on Scranton City Council and prepares for Harrisburg 34:27

2y ago34:27

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Newly elected state representative and former Scranton City Council President Kyle Donahue looks back on his days working for the city while he looks ahead to his position in Harrisburg representing the 113th legislative district. Donahue talks about his accomplishments during his tenure on council and discusses one of his few regrets and some unfi…

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"Appropriations GOVT 101" S 1 EP 10 1:04:19

2y ago1:04:19

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I want to delve into how YOUR government is funded through the appropriations process. We all pay taxes and I am sure y’all are interested in learning how your tax payer dollars are being spent by Congress. The House Appropriations Committee has completed its work on the Fiscal Year 2023 Appropriations. The House of Representatives passed six of th…

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"Two Cougars and a Florida Man with a Microphone – Bob Stokes & Erica Anderson - Realpolitik 101" S 1 EP 9 2:23:47

2y ago2:23:47

2:23:47

Hello my fellow Citizen Legislators! In this episode we are going to have a lively conversation about – The Redskins (Washington Commanders), Gumbo Recipes, Hunter Biden, Pennsylvania US Senate candidates John Fetterman/Dr. Oz, Georgia US Senate candidate Herschel Walker, Britney Griner, Ukraine, Weed legalization and The Tune Inn and DC’s baffling…

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Election wrap: Cartwright, Bognet, Fetterman, Oz, Trump, 2024, Scranton City Council and Mayor Cognetti 31:32

2y ago31:32

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Award-winning Scranton Times-Tribune journalist Borys Krawczeniuk breaks down what happened during the 2022 general election. Borys talks about the Fetterman vs Oz race, transparency, and how things might have been different if Oz lost the primary election. We also discuss "tough hombre" Matt Cartwright, the ballot fiasco in Luzerne County, Trump's…

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"Looking into My Crystal Ball at the Midterm Election 2022 GOVT 101" S 1 EP 7 51:14

2y ago51:14

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Citizen legislators, let's get into it about the 2022 midterm elections. We are four weeks until the general election. All I can say is there’s a lot riding on this, specifically our democracy. This is a prelude to the 2024 presidential election. Key in on Senate races in GA, NC, NV, PA, and WI. A few of the outliner House races let's see what Cook…

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"How Our Views of Candidates for Public Office Qualifications Have Shifted, Guest, Ron Hamm, President of Hamm Consulting Group - Realpolitik 101" S 1 EP 8 1:02:11

2y ago1:02:11

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I am pleased to have my guest join our show. Ron Hamm, President of Hamm Consulting Group Hamm Consulting Group. Ron is a friend and colleague who taught me how to be an effective advocate for my clients. [Ron talks about his background and the Hamm Consulting Group.] In this episode, Ron and I are going to delve into how the qualities and abilitie…

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Scranton developer John Basalyga on how he got his start, challenges of building a 17 story skyscraper, and if he wants to run for office 43:25

2y ago43:25

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John Basalyga began building his name and reputation as a teenage roofer, eventually starting his own company and branching out into real estate development. John discusses how he got his start, describes the harrowing bidding process when he purchased the Steamtown Mall, updates us on the Scranton skyscraper project, and tells us if he has any int…

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Pulitzer Prize winning reporter and 'Bad City' author Paul Pringle 37:01

2y ago37:01

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Luzerne County native and three-time Pulitzer Prize-winning LA Times reporter Paul Pringle talks about investigative journalism and his new book, Bad City: Peril and Power in the City of Angels. The true-crime events that lead to the investigation into USC School of Medicine Dean Dr. Carmen Puliafito are a shocking tale of drugs, sex, corruption, a…

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"Lame Duck GOVT 101" S 1 EP 6 38:12

2y ago38:12

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Congress recessed for the midterm elections back in September and they have many big-ticket legislative items to approve once they are back in session on November 14th. Today citizen legislators your host will discuss in this episode a “lame-duck session.” Now for those of you who live outside the Beltway, you're probably scratching your heads and …

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"Budget Reconciliation and H.R. 5376, the Inflation Reduction Act of 2022 Budget GOVT 101" S 1 EP 5 27:17

2y ago27:17

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Since the House and Senate have completed its work on the Inflation Reduction Act. Thought now would be the perfect time to talk about the federal budget process. I learned about the federal budget process when I was taking graduate level courses in congressional studies at the Legislative Studies Institute. We had a guest speaker come to talk with…

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On the Road with WNEP's Mike Stevens 36:52

2y ago36:52

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Mike Stevens spent over three decades traveling Pennsylvania's roads for his series of features and stories with everyday people. Mike joins the News Engine podcast to tell us some of his favorite stories, how he managed to do it and what he's been up to since he partially retired a few years ago. Explore the "Stevens Says" collection of short essa…

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"#VoteNOoni82, Why Initiative 82 is bad for the TIPPED employees of Washington DC, Realpolitik 101" S 1 EP 4 1:29:41

2y ago1:29:41

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Election Day is only a few short weeks away, and we MUST get the word out about what is happening with Initiative 82 and how its passing would affect the livelihoods and the restaurant/bar industry community as a whole in Washington DC. The REAL tipped employees of Washington DC did not ask for this and strongly oppose Initiative 82. VOTE NO ON 82!…

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State Rep. Thom Welby keeps his promise, finishing his one year in Harrisburg 35:03

2y ago35:03

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Thom Welby, Representative for the Pennsylvania 113th legislative district, has spent his promised one year in Harrisburg. Thom discusses his regrets, successes, take on partisan politics, hopes for fairer school funding, tax relief for senior citizens, his future plans for elected office, and his legacy. You can subscribe to the News Engine Podcas…

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"Natural Disasters – Hurricane Fiona and Hurricane Ian GOVT 101" S 1 EP 3 55:59

2y ago55:59

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Well, Wednesday afternoon Hurricane Ian made landfall in Florida as a Category 4 storm. In this episode, I discuss my previous experience with hurricanes in Louisiana – Hurricane Katrina. Relieve experience working on capitol hill post-Katrina. I discuss the process of providing appropriations for natural disasters. I am the host, Crystal Ellerbe. …

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Wilkes-Barre Mayor George Brown talks crime, homelessness, unions, development, and reelection 33:26

2y ago33:26

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Wilkes-Barre Mayor George Brown discusses the challenges and successes he's encountered during his first term running the largest city in Luzerne County. Mayor Brown talks about crime, blight, homelessness, and investing in the city and makes the surprise announcement that he'll be seeking a second term. You can subscribe to the News Engine Podcast…

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"I’m Just A Bill, The Journey of the First Bill I Worked On As A Congressional Staffer, GOVT 101" S 1 EP 2 27:16

2y ago27:16

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GOVT 101 – I’m Just A Bill, The Journey of the First Bill I Worked On As A Congressional Staffer Welcome to Topless Government. This show is a cross between Schoolhouse Rock and civics for the masses. I want to make this show relatable and fun for everyone who would like to know how YOUR government works. Remember knowledge is power! So let’s get s…

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"Overturning of Roe v. Wade GOVT 101" S 1 EP 1 31:43

2y ago31:43

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This show is a cross between Schoolhouse Rock and civics for the masses. I want to make this show relatable and fun for everyone who would like to know how YOUR government works. Originally, I was working on launching the show sometime in July, however, on Friday when the news broke that the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade, I decided now I sho…

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TRAILER FOR TOPLESS GOVERNMENT 4:51

2y ago4:51

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Welcome to Topless Government. This show is a cross between Schoolhouse Rock and civics for the masses. I want to make this show relatable and fun for everyone who would like to know how YOUR government works. Originally, I was working on launching the show sometime in July, however, on Friday when the news broke that the Supreme Court overturned R…

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Scranton Police Chief Tom Carroll 33:45

2+ y ago33:45

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Scranton Police Chief Tom Carroll talks about policing The Electric City. The chief discusses school safety and violence, gangs, community cooperation, recruiting challenges, and more. You can report a crime tip anonymously HERE. You can subscribe to the News Engine Podcast wherever you get your favorite podcasts. Listen and subscribe on Apple Podc…

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