Fanney and Ainslie examine the significance of guns in America. They discuss the history of the Second Amendment and gun legislation, why mass shootings are so common in the U.S., and a personal experience with potential gun violence. 

Fanney and Ainslie discuss what occurred over their break: mass shootings, the verdict of Derek Chauvin's trial, and more. 

Fanney and Ainslie elucidate all things political parties: national committees, historical platform shifts, and whether the modern Republican Party is fracturing. This is the last episode of the second season! You will hear from us again after a 3 week break on April 22nd. 

Fanney, Ainslie, and special guest Charlie discuss the status of U.S. territories, why they are not states, arguments for and against statehood, and more. Charlie is a high school senior from the DC area. Listen to hear about life around DC, political discourse at his school, and his opinions on DC statehood. 

Fanney and Ainslie compare the Great Recession with the recession caused by Covid-19, along with the stimulus packages passed in response to each. 

Fanney and Ainslie deliver a debriefing on the press and politics, from the White House Correspondents Association to the inherent biases of media companies. Listen for a fun chat that manages to incorporate an Icelandic annual comedy broadcast, press vernacular, and, as always, Michelle Obama.

In honor of Black History Month, Fanney and Ainslie investigate the lack of minority representation in Congress, minority voter disenfranchisement and suppression, and Stacey Abrams' fight to empower Black communities through the vote. Student Body officers and BSU members Kayode and Clynton lend their voices to the podcast to answer a few questions on the importance of minority representation in Congress. 

Fanney and Ainslie talk all things impeachment! Listen for a rundown on how the impeachment process works, why past presidents were impeached, and how each of the three congressional investigations into former President Donald Trump were resolved.  

Fanney and Ainslie welcome three special guests to the episode, fellow high school seniors Ellie, Jackson, and Michael. They discuss their political views, opinions on current events, and main influences.

Fanney and Ainslie elucidate the three levels of the federal court system: district courts, circuit courts, and the Supreme Court.