Best Viktor Krapivin Podcasts (2024)

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Episode 11: The Government of Singapore 1:08:28

3+ y ago1:08:28

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Here we discuss the Singaporean Parliament. In particular we discuss how members are elected or otherwise appointed to Parliament. We also touch upon parliamentary privileges of the Singaporean Parliament. With this episode we continue our exploration of legislative bodies abroad.

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Episode 10: European Union and Parliamentary Processes 1:13:10

4y ago1:13:10

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This week we take a break from our regularly scheduled exploration of American Parliamentary Procedure and dive into the complicated spider web of bureaucracy and government by committee that is the European Union. First, we identify some of the key institutions that compose the Union, such as the European Parliament, Commission, and Council, as we…

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Episode 9: Senate Judicial Confirmation Process 35:26

4y ago35:26

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Here, in this recent events episode, Chris and Viktor discuss the relevant procedure in the nomination, confirmation, and appointment of a successor to Ruth Bader Ginsburg. We discuss the approach that is taken if all current procedures are taken, as well as potential shortcuts that could be taken to confirm the nominee in a faster amount of time.…

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Episode 8: Part 3, Your Questions Answered 9:42

4y ago9:42

9:42

In this mini-episode, we answer some questions from our listeners relating to the Democratic National Convention. In particular, we address the nature of a brokered convention as well as why the Party does not use ranked choice voting for selecting candidates.

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Episode 8: Part 2, Rules of the Democratic National Convention 1:46:41

4y ago1:46:41

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In this episode, we continue our exploration of the Democratic National Convention and dig deeper into some of its less commonly mentioned elements. First, we discuss the Affirmative Action Plan, which is a plan for achieving more proportional representation within the party’s delegate pool. We address the national party’s guidelines and take a clo…

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Episode 8, Part 1: Introduction to the Democratic National Convention 1:01:18

4+ y ago1:01:18

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In this episode, we discuss the “primary” function of the Democratic National Convention, namely, the presidential nomination process. We begin by introducing the concept of “delegates,” the people who do the actual ticket selection. Then, we discuss the various types of delegates, including the infamous Super-delegate. Next, we address the basics …

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Episode 7: Impeachment Trials 1:02:57

4+ y ago1:02:57

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In this episode, we discuss the impeachment process. First, we give a basic overview of the practice and its origins, then we look more closely at the exact mechanics of impeachment. Finally, we discussed several interesting quirks of impeachment. Additionally, at the very end of the episode, we provide an update about the rules and outcome of the …

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Episode 6: A case study of major reform in Congress: The Affordable Care Act (ACA) 1:44:32

4+ y ago1:44:32

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In this episode we discuss the parliamentary procedure in the House and Senate which lead to the passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). The death of an influential Senator, a special election, and a dedicated minority in opposition, who all provide obstacles to the passage of the ACA. Hear the story of how these obstacles were surmounted.…

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Episode 5: House Committee Assignment Process 1:26:14

5y ago1:26:14

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In this episode, we discuss the Committee Assignment Process of the House of Representatives. First, we sketch out the basic framework of the assignment process. Then, we discuss the specific processes the Republican Conference and the Democratic Caucus employ within their parties. In brief, the Committee assignment process blends together the fede…

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Episode 4: Reconciliation and Some More House Precedents 1:08:29

5y ago1:08:29

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In this Episode of Parliamentary Procedure with Chirs and Viktor, we explore Reconciliation, the official Reporter of Congress, and the Holman Rule. Reconciliation is a method of passing legislation related to the budget. Essentially, reconciliation modifies the rules for debate in the Senate to speed consideration of a bill. Next, we discuss the r…

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Episode 3: Congress's Power to See Tax Returns and Other House Procedures 1:39:02

5y ago1:39:02

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On this episode of Parliamentary Procedure we discuss Congress’ power to request and publicize any individual’s tax return. Then we explore the Congress’ right of privilege, which permits its members to refuse to comply with court orders. Next, we address the role of the Chaplain and the establishment clause issues the office creates. Then, we disc…

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Episode 2: The House, its Officers, and its Leaders 1:07:03

5y ago1:07:03

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In this episode we discuss the officers and other influential figures of the House of Representatives. In particular, we discuss the procedures by which the Speaker is elected. After the election of the Speaker we delve into the powers of the Speaker. Additionally, we discuss the other officers of the House such as the Clerk, Parliamentarian, Chapl…

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Episode 1: Brief Historical Overview, Parliamentary Procedure Basics, and How Laws are passed in Congress 53:10

5+ y ago53:10

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In this episode we discuss the essentials of Parliamentary Procedure, including the history of parliament, the core principles of orderly debate, and the basic structure of the U.S. Congress. We begin with a brief history of the mother of Parliaments, the English Parliament. From there, we discuss the core tenets of Parliamentary procedure, includi…

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Episode 11: The Government of Singapore 1:08:28

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Episode 10: European Union and Parliamentary Processes 1:13:10

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Episode 9: Senate Judicial Confirmation Process 35:26

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Episode 8: Part 3, Your Questions Answered 9:42

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Episode 8: Part 2, Rules of the Democratic National Convention 1:46:41

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Episode 8, Part 1: Introduction to the Democratic National Convention 1:01:18

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Episode 7: Impeachment Trials 1:02:57

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Episode 6: A case study of major reform in Congress: The Affordable Care Act (ACA) 1:44:32

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Episode 5: House Committee Assignment Process 1:26:14

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Episode 4: Reconciliation and Some More House Precedents 1:08:29

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Episode 3: Congress's Power to See Tax Returns and Other House Procedures 1:39:02

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Episode 2: The House, its Officers, and its Leaders 1:07:03

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Episode 1: Brief Historical Overview, Parliamentary Procedure Basics, and How Laws are passed in Congress 53:10

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