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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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All Episodes

62:05

The Bureau of Engraving and Printing

Civil Discourse ·

2025/05/09

In the last episode of season 18, Aughie and Nia explore the long and storied history of the Bureau of Engraving and Printing.

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69:24

The Bureau of the Mint

Civil Discourse ·

2025/05/02

Nia and Aughie discuss the history and responsibilities of the Bureau of the Mint.

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78:47

Office of the Comptroller of the Currency

Civil Discourse ·

2025/04/25

Aughie and Nia learn about the Office of the Comptroller of the Currency and the many financial and banking boards that the Comptroller sits on or directs.

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77:23

The Children's Bureau

Civil Discourse ·

2025/04/18

Nia and Aughie discuss the rich and long history of the Children's Bureau, from its founding in 1912 to the modern era.

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52:38

In the News: Trump Targets Universities

Civil Discourse ·

2025/04/11

Aughie and Nia discuss the recent efforts of the Trump Administration to target the research efforts, curricula, and financial support of universities and colleges.

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54:08

Western Area Power Administration

Civil Discourse ·

2025/04/04

Nia and Aughe explain the history and work of the Western Area Power Administration.

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49:43

Transportation Security Administration

Civil Discourse ·

2025/03/28

Aughie and Nia explore the formation, responsibilities, and struggles of the Transportation Security Administration.

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79:38

In the News: Trump's First Seven Weeks

Civil Discourse ·

2025/03/18

Aughie and Nia take a look at the lawsuits, firings, and impoundments during President Trump's first seven weeks in office.

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59:35

Voice of America

Civil Discourse ·

2025/03/14

Nia and Aughie turn their attention to the breadth, reach, and soft power of the Voice of America.

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59:18

ATF

Civil Discourse ·

2025/03/07

Aughie and Nia explore the history and responsibilities of the Bureau of Alcohol, Tobacco, Firearms, and Explosives.

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72:12

Unoccupied Territories

Civil Discourse ·

2025/02/28

In the sixth and final episode in this series, Nia and Aughie talk about the unoccupied, but still interesting, US territories.

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53:19

US Virgin Islands

Civil Discourse ·

2025/02/20

The US Virgin Islands are the topic of the fifth in this series, with Aughie and Nia discussing the rich history of the islands.

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52:03

American Samoa

Civil Discourse ·

2025/02/18

The fourth in this territorial series brings Aughie and Nia to American Samoa.

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60:03

Northern Mariana Islands

Civil Discourse ·

2025/02/06

In the third of this series, Aughie and Nia discuss the Northern Mariana Islands

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51:58

Puerto Rico

Civil Discourse ·

2025/01/30

Nia and Aughie continue their U.S. Territories series while exploring the history and culture of Puerto Rico.

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65:09

In the News: Trump's First Week

Civil Discourse ·

2025/01/28

Aughie and Nia explore some of the Executive Orders released by the Trump Administration in his first week in office.

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54:16

Guam

Civil Discourse ·

2025/01/24

Nia and Aughie discuss the Constitutional grounds upon which the U.S. might acquire a territory. They go on to discuss the territory of Guam.

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76:37

In the News: Presidential Inaugurations

Civil Discourse ·

2025/01/20

Augie and Nia discuss the Constitutional and customary rules surrounding a Presidential Inauguration.

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74:07

Pardon Me!

Civil Discourse ·

2024/12/13

Aughie and Nia discuss the Presidential pardon power - how it arises, how it has been used, and controversial pardons past and present.

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60:08

In the News: The First Round of Trump Appointments

Civil Discourse ·

2024/11/19

Aughie and Nia discuss the first round of President Elect Trump's proposed appointments, and follow with a discussion of recess appointments.

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