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Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon

The Scholars Strategy Network

No Jargon, the Scholars Strategy Network"s bi-weekly podcast, presents interviews with top university scholars on the politics, policy problems, and social issues facing the nation. Powerful research, intriguing perspectives -- and no jargon. Find show notes and plain-language research briefs on hundreds of topics at https://scholars.org/podcast.

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Archive Episode 54: Racing to the Bottom

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/11/22

After over a year of competition between hundreds of cities and municipalities, Amazon has finally announced the location, or two locations, for its HQ2. But in this archive episode, Professor Nathan Jensen explains how cities and states often lose more than they gain when politicians use tax incentives to bring businesses to town. Read Jensen’s SSN brief, Business Location Incentives are Ineffective – So Why Do They Persist in American States and Localities? Check out his book with Professor

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Episode 156: A Seat at the Table

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/11/15

On November 6th a historic number of women and women of color were elected to Congress. And that means important changes could be coming to Capitol Hill. Professor Kelly Dittmar dives into the role of congresswomen in Washington DC, how women in the capitol view themselves, and what the election of more women to office means for our country’s future. For More on this Topic: Read Dittmar’s new book with professors Kira Sanbonmatsu and Susan J. Carroll, A Seat at the Table Check out their CNN OpEd,

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Episode 155: The Midterms and Beyond

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/11/08

On Tuesday, voters across the country went to the polls in one of the most watched midterm elections in decades. And now the results are in. So what does it all mean? Scholars Didi Kuo and Gabriel Sanchez break down some of the biggest trends from the 2018 midterms, like the Latino vote, what they say about our two political parties, and what we can expect for the future. For more on this topic: Read Kuo’s brief, What History Teaches about Reforming U.S. Political Parties and Governance Check out

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21:22

Episode 154: The Women Turned Away

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/11/01

Across the country, states are making abortion less and less accessible. And that means there are many people who seek an abortion but are denied one. So what does that mean for a woman’s health and well being? And what impacts does this have on her children? Professor Diana Greene Foster discusses the groundbreaking Turnaway Study she led to answer these questions. Check out Foster’s SSN brief, New Evidence about Women's Experience with Abortion - Compared to Carrying Unwanted Pregnancies to Term

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24:22

Episode 153: Good Economy, Better Jobs

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/10/25

Unemployment is very low and Americans report having strong confidence in the economy. But not everyone is benefitting equally. Professor Harry Holzer digs into why many Americans without a college degree still struggle to find jobs, especially ones that pay well, and what the government can do to help. For more on this topic: Read Holzer’s report for Brookings, Jobs for the working class: Raising earnings among non-college graduates Check out his SSN brief, Are Job Training Programs a Good Way

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Episode 152: Who Gets a Green Card?

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/10/18

When the US decides whether or not to grant an immigrant a green card, they look at many factors. That includes if they heavily rely on certain government programs to get by. But proposed changes at the federal level means this whole system is about to change. Professor Tiffany Joseph explains these changes and what they mean for immigrants in America. Find the full rule online at the Federal Register, where public comments can be submitted Check out this explainer of the public charge rule

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Episode 151: Students at the Polls

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/10/11

College campuses are full of conversations about politics and policy. But many of these college students don’t turn out when it actually matters, on Election Day. Nancy Thomas explores what gets students to vote and how college administrators, faculty members, and students can improve voting rates on their campuses. Check out the report co-authored by Thomas, Election Imperatives Read her interview with The Chronicle of Higher Education, Here’s How Colleges Can Get More Involved in Elections --

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Episode 150: Giving the Vote Back

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/10/04

Casting a ballot seems as American as apple pie. But in Florida, one in ten people have had their voting rights taken away because of a criminal conviction. Professor Ciara Torres-Spelliscy dives into the history of Florida’s voting system, how ex-felons get their rights back, and what Florida voters can do to help.

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Episode 149: Beyond Legal Marijuana

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/09/27

Thirty states have laws legalizing marijuana in some form, and come November four more states may join their ranks through ballot initiatives. But these new laws often do little to help people who have past marijuana convictions. Professor Douglas Berman describes this disconnect and what states and the federal government can do to address it. For more on this topic: Read Berman’s SSN Brief, How States Can Ensure That Today’s Marijuana Reforms Also Ameliorate Harms Inflicted on Past Offenders

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Episode 148: California Greenin’

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/09/20

In face of ongoing threats to its environment, California has taken big steps to protect its nature and wildlife. Professor David Vogel lays out California’s history as an environmental leader, how it plans to continue its green streak, and what other states - and the federal government - can learn from California’s policy innovation. Read Vogel’s SSN Brief, How Environmental Policies Can Promote Economic Growth Check out his book, California Greenin’: How the Golden State Became an Environmental

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Episode 147: In Government We Distrust

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/09/13

The government fights forest fires, protects us from foreign invasion, helps people go to college, and so much more. But Americans’ opinions of the government are increasingly negative. Professor Suzanne Mettler dives into why people don’t believe the government benefits them, even when it does, and how to bridge this disconnect between the government and the American people. For More on this Topic: Read Mettler’s new book, The Government-Citizen Disconnect Check out her OpEd in the New York

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Episode 146: Different Schools, Same Tests

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/09/06

It’s back to school season and for many children, teachers, and parents across the country school looks very similar. That’s because in 2009, the Common Core was introduced, standardizing what K-12 students should know, and be tested on. Professor Nicholas Tampio describes what that means for public education and imagines a different way forward for America’s schools. For More on this Topic: Read Tampio’s opinion pieces in Aeon and HuffPost Check out his book, Common Core: National Education

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Episode 145: Suicide and Black America

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/08/30

Suicide is the second leading cause of death for young people in America. And black youth in particular face increasing suicide rates and challenges in accessing mental health services. Scholar and advocate Kimya Dennis dives into the background behind these suicide statistics, what prevents black youth from getting help, and how mental health providers can address this disconnect. If you or a loved one are experiencing a mental health crisis, please call the National Suicide Prevention Lifeline at

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Episode 144: Paid to Care

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/08/23

An unexpected surgery can cost a worker thousands in medical bills. And in states without paid family and medical leave, they also have to go without a paycheck while recovering. Professors Randy Albelda and Alan Clayton-Matthews explain why paid family and medical leave is important to small businesses, workers, and their families, and how Massachusetts tackled this policy problem with help from their research. Read Clayton-Matthews and Albelda’s SSN brief, Why Massachusetts Can Afford to Require

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Episode 143: Trusting the Science

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/08/16

Knowledge is power. Or at least that’s how the saying goes — but when it comes to climate change and its causes, that knowledge hasn’t translated into action. Postdoctoral Fellow Matthew Motta discusses why climate research is often disregarded, where Americans’ suspicion of scientists comes from, and how our interest in science affects our trust in scientists. For More on this Topic: Read Motta’s SSN brief, How Interest in Science Boosts Trust in Climate Scientists Check out his radio interview

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Episode 142: Nowhere to Live

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/08/09

Having a warm and comfortable home is important for health and well-being. But with rising rent prices and growing inequality, it can be tough – if not impossible – to find a place to live. Professors Rosie Tighe and Megan Hatch explain why the U.S. has such a shortage of affordable housing, how government programs help, and why they often fall short. Read Tighe and Hatch’s SSN brief, How Fair Housing Programs Can be Bolstered by Laws Prohibiting Source of Income Discrimination Check out their

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Episode 141: Muslims in America

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/08/02

Since 9/11, fears about extremism have shaped the public’s view of Islam. And American policies often reflect these fears, zeroing in on Muslims and Muslim-Americans in the name of national security. Professor Rachel Gillum explores whether these policies work, why we use them, and how they impact Muslims in America. Read Gillum’s SSN brief, Assessing– and Reducing– Public Fear of Muslims Find her book, Muslims in a Post-9/11 America Check out her piece in Talking Points Memo on racism as a

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Episode 140: A Bank for Everyone

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/07/26

In April 2018, Senator Kirsten Gillibrand introduced legislation to make basic banking services, like loans and check cashing, available at every branch of the United States Postal Service. Professor Mehrsa Baradaran explains the history of that idea, why postal banking is needed now, and how it can help reduce America’s growing inequality. Read Baradaran’s books, How the Other Half Banks: Exclusion, Exploitation, and the Threat to Democracy and The Color of Money: Black Banks and the Racial

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Episode 139: Investing in Families

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/07/19

A college degree can make a huge difference for parents and their kids. But if you’ve got an eight-year-old to support and a low-paying job, it’s next to impossible to pay for both tuition and childcare. For residents of Maine, a new law will help. Working with Joby Thoyalil of Maine Equal Justice Partners, Professors Luisa DePrez and Lisa Dodson used their research on the benefits of a college education for low-income women to help advance a bill called LIFT 2.0. Read Luisa and Lisa’s brief, “Why

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Episode 138: Black Men’s Work

Scholars Strategy Network"s No Jargon ·

2018/07/12

Lawyers, doctors, engineers, and bankers are among America’s most respected professionals, and most are middle-aged white men. So what are the experiences of black men who join their ranks? Adia Harvey Wingfield describes how black men in high-powered professions navigate race and gender in the workplace, and what their experiences say about our changing economy. For More on this Topic: Read Wingfield’s brief, Constructive Steps to Further Workplace Diversity Find her book, No More Invisible Man:

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