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Political Polarization
Host Taylor T. and Scott Granberg-Rademacker discuss political polarization, how to overcome it, and what it means to contemporary society.
Part 2: Electoral Blowouts (1972 Election)
Scott Granberg-Rademacker talks with Historian Matt Loayza and Political Scientist Kevin Parsneau in Part 2 of the series on electoral blowouts, featuring the 1972 lan...
Civic Engagement
Host Ben L. talks with guests Sophie N. and Allyson W. about civic engagement and getting involved in your community.
An Interview with Musician Dave Simonett
Dr. Amelia Pridemore visits with singer/guitarist Dave Simonett from the band Trampled by Turtles to talk about entertainment policy and music.
Part 1: Electoral Blowouts (1984 Election)
Scott Granberg-Rademacker talks with Historian Matt Loayza and Political Scientist Kevin Parsneau in Part 1 of the series on electoral blowouts, featuring the 1984 lan...
Classifying the Presidents
Taylor T. talks with Political Science Professor Dr. Fred Slocum about how American Presidents have been historically classified.
Political Violence and Terrorism
Scott Granberg-Rademacker talks with Dr. Pat Nelson from the Department of Criminal Justice about political violence and terrorism.
President Trump's cabinet appointments
Minnesota State Mankato students Taylor T. talks with Salvatore A. and Sophie N. about President Trump's likely Cabinet appointments. As a note to our listeners, this ...
Political Branding
Scott Granberg-Rademacker talks with guests Allison W. and Ben L. about political branding, social media, and why the algorithms seem to know us better than we know ou...
All things local government!
Host Scott Granberg-Rademacker sits down with Urban and Regional Studies Professor Dr. Miriam Porter to talk about all things local government--including a "Top 5" list!
War in Ukraine
Taylor T. talks with Minnesota State Mankato Professor Dr. Tom Inglot about the war in Ukraine. This episode was also highlighted as the "Podcast of the Week" on KMSU.
Everything you need to know about tariffs!
Scott Granberg-Rademacker talks with MSU-Mankato Economics Professor, Dr. Atrayee Ghosh Roy, about the economic and political impacts of tariffs.
Populism & Extremism: Ideology and the Election
Taylor T. hosts a wide-ranging discussion on populism, extremism, and the election with Ben L., Sophie N., Dr. Amelia Pridemore and Dr. Josh Berkenpas.
Media Literacy (Understanding the News)
Scott Granberg-Rademacker visits with Dr. Dale Zacher (Communication and Media Professor), Holly Marie Moore (Mankato Free Press Reporter), and Dr. Amelia Pridemore (P...
2024 Election Overview
Minnesota State, Mankato Political Science students Elijah K. and Salvatore A. break down the 2024 election results.
Navigating politics as a college student
Scott Granberg-Rademacker sits down with Minnesota State Mankato students Allyson W. (Republican) and Ben L. (Democrat) to talk about politics on campus and the issues...
Message of the Day: Go Vote!
Individual messages and encouragement from some of us here at the Government 101 Podcast to go vote today.
How to survive Election Night!
Host Taylor T. and Political Science professors Amelia Pridemore, Kevin Parsneau, and Fred Slocum tell you what you need to know to survive election night!
Elections and Polling
Taylor T. interviews Minnesota State Mankato Political Science professors Fred Slocum, Amelia Pridemore, and Kevin Parsneau about elections and polling.
Ballot Measures
Taylor T. and Ben L. talk about ballot measures in Minnesota and the surrounding states.