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Civil Discourse

Nia Rodgers and Dr. John Aughenbaugh

This podcast uses government documents to illuminate the workings of the American government, and offer context around the effects of government agencies in your everyday life.

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64:24

That is Not in the U.S. Constitution

Civil Discourse ·

2022/03/22

Nia and Aughie continue their discussion of the text of the U.S. Constitution. This episode focuses on rights that are (and are not) enumerated in the text. The original text has no enumerated right to vote, privacy, or a fair trial, among others.

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22:57

In the News - Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson

Civil Discourse ·

2022/03/15

Aughie and Nia briefly discuss President Joe Biden's nominee to the Supreme Court, Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson.

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55:29

Dissed Amendments

Civil Discourse ·

2022/03/15

Aughie and Nia discuss the amendments that were tardy to be included or not included in the text of the U.S. Constitution. Of James Madison's 20 proposed amendments, only 12 went forward, and only 10 made it into the Bill of Rights. Aughie speaks in detail on 5 of the original 20 that were rejected by Congress initially. Aughie also discusses amendments that were rejected by the states.

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55:37

Colorado River Compact

Civil Discourse ·

2022/03/08

Nia and Aughie discuss the factors that brought about the creation of the Colorado River Compact. They also discuss the current issues and challenges facing the Law of the River.

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67:26

WOTUS - Waters of the United States

Civil Discourse ·

2022/03/01

Aughie and Nia explore the history of the Waters of the United States (WOTUS) and the Clean Water Act. They also discuss the complicated caselaw from SCOTUS regarding "navigable waters" and the changing presidential definitions of WOTUS.

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48:13

What is the Serial Set?

Civil Discourse ·

2022/02/22

Nia and Aughie extol the virtues of the United States Congressional Serial Set, especially its historical and political importance. They discuss the content of the set, and encourage listeners to explore these important American documents.

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33:44

In the News - Russia and Ukraine, February 18, 2022

Civil Discourse ·

2022/02/18

Dr. Judy Twigg joins Aughie and Nia to discuss the latest developments on the Russian/Ukrainian border. Dr. Twigg also gives us a primer on recent Russian history and the reasons for conflict between these nations.

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41:09

Robert J. (Bob) Dole Memorial

Civil Discourse ·

2022/02/15

Aughie and Nia commemorate the career of Robert J. (Bob) Dole, (July 22, 1923 - December 5, 2021). They discuss his personal physical battles and inner strength as well as his storied political career.

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69:53

Vice Presidents, Part 2

Civil Discourse ·

2022/02/08

Aughie and Nia discuss the office of Vice President of the United States. The second of two episodes explores interesting tidbits about various vice presidents, and ends with some quotes from office holders on the importance of the position.

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19:34

In the News - SCOTUS and Vaccine Mandates

Civil Discourse ·

2022/02/01

Nia and Aughie give a quick take on two recent vaccine mandate rulings by the U.S. Supreme Court.

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59:15

Vice Presidents, Part 1

Civil Discourse ·

2022/02/01

Nia and Aughie discuss the office of Vice President of the United States. The first of two episodes discusses the evolution of the position.

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53:03

Presidential Libraries Part 2: Boxes and Boxes

Civil Discourse ·

2022/01/25

*Recorded in 2020* Professor Bill Newmann joins Aughie and Nia in the first two episodes of season 9 to discuss visiting presidential libraries. In this second episode, Dr. Newmann explains in detail how get the most out of a visit to the Presidential libraries

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49:57

Presidential Libraries Part 1: Two Folders

Civil Discourse ·

2022/01/18

*Recorded in 2020* Professor Bill Newmann joins Aughie and Nia in the first two episodes of season 9 to discuss visiting presidential libraries. The first episode covers general research visits and what types of materials a researcher can find in the Presidential libraries.

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64:32

D.C. Statehood

Civil Discourse ·

2021/12/14

Aughie and Nia discuss the potential difficulties of adding the District of Columbia as a state to the United States. Complexities include representation, balancing federal and state needs, and the Constitutional issues.*Correction: Nia mistakenly says LaFayette planned the city of Washington twice; rather, L'Enfant planned the city. Apologies for the error.

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52:44

Adding a State to the United States

Civil Discourse ·

2021/12/07

Nia and Aughie discuss how territories and protectorates come to join the United States. The discussion includes the barriers to statehood and the requirements that Congress sets out for proto-states to meet. The latter part of the discussion covers the Equal Footing Doctrine.

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65:11

Fun with Patents and Trademarks

Civil Discourse ·

2021/11/30

Aughie and Nia welcome back copyright librarian Hillary Miller. Hillary walks listeners through the process of applying for a patent. The discussion then moves into some of the more interesting patent and trademark cases.

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58:24

Do You Want to Know a Secret?

Civil Discourse ·

2021/11/23

Nia and Aughie discuss the State Secrets Privilege in court, and the potential problems that arise from invoking that privilege. They weigh the pros and cons of protecting information versus transparency.

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67:15

Controlled Substances Act

Civil Discourse ·

2021/11/16

Aughie and Nia discuss the Controlled Substances Act and the latest changes to Virginia marijuana laws. They also discuss the positives and negatives of enforcement of state drug laws versus national drug laws.

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60:38

2020 U.S. Census Update

Civil Discourse ·

2021/11/09

Nia and Aughie explore more 2020 U.S. Census data. This episode focuses on the racial demographics of the U.S. currently, and projections for future demographics in 20-40 years.

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61:52

Rats' First Amendment Rights

Civil Discourse ·

2021/11/03

Aughie and Nia discuss the case of Scabby the Rat and the rights of unions to protest in certain conditions. Aughie explains the early history of the National Labor Review Board and its current powers and problems when dealing with labor disputes.

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