How have whistleblowers impacted the country? Join the team as we explore the history of whistleblowing in the United States, discussing the roots of this topic, the people who have engaged in the action, and the effect their efforts have had on the United States. 

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As we recognize Presidents Day this month, the team discusses executive power and influence in the United States, China, Iran, Mexico, Nigeria, Russia, and the United Kingdom.

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C-SPAN is "a good thing for our democracy and our republic." These words, uttered by Rep. Chip Roy (R-TX) on CNN's "State of the Union," followed a momentous and historic election for the 55th Speaker of the House of Representatives.

This week, the C-SPAN Education team sits down with Ben O'Connell, C-SPAN's Director of Editorial Operations. In this episode, we review the start of the 118th Congress on January 3rd, highlight the many historical moments that followed in both the House and the Senate, consider ongoing legislative goals and priorities of both parties in this new era of divided government, and discuss C-SPAN's role through it all. 

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With the recognition of Martin Luther King, Jr. this month, the team shares C-SPAN Classroom resources that reflect the life and legacy of this historic figure. 

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As we gear up for 2023, a year of new opportunities, fresh challenges, and growing relationships, our team takes time to reflect on 2022. Tune in to hear us highlight the C-SPAN Classroom resources we found most interesting, and meaningful, to each of us. 

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For the College Board’s Advanced Placement (or AP) U.S. Government and Politics exam, students must know 15 required Supreme Court cases, stretching from the 1803 ruling in Marbury v. Madison to McDonald v. Chicago and Citizens United v. Federal Election Commission in 2010. Tune in this week as the team talks with former C-SPAN Classroom Teacher Fellow Ryan Werenka about the review resources that he developed this past summer that you can use in your classroom.

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To infinity and beyond! That phrase has been used throughout history to reflect the concept of no boundaries, no limits, that can apply to many areas in our lives. Tune in this week as the team talks with NASA Planetary Scientist Dr. Jennifer Stern about the exploration of Mars, its impact, and the future of space exploration.

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Bread puns happen when you yeast expect them. But as they say, thyme is money!

This week, join the C-SPAN Education team as we serve up a variety of ways food has been a staple in many areas of our lives. It's kind of a big dill!

Visit our Podcasts Featured Resources site for a selection of FREE educational resources that explore the history and impact of food…a penne for your thoughts if you will. You can find a promo clip for this episode by clicking here or on the image of the C-SPAN Education team below; you butter believe it!

Find C-SPAN in the Classroom at C-SPAN.org, on the C-SPAN Now app, or wherever you listen to podcasts, and make sure to follow and share. Have an egg-cellent day!

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October 1962 was a heated time during the Cold War for the U.S. and the Soviet Union. These two superpowers were on the brink of engaging in a nuclear conflict after the discovery of missiles in Cuba. In this episode, the team speaks with U.S. Naval Academy History Professor Brian VanDeMark to talk about this significant time in history and share C-SPAN resources to learn more about this topic.

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Let’s talk about C-SPAN’s 2023 StudentCam documentary competition, which awards a total of $100,000 in prize money! In this project-based learning experience, students in grades 6-12 create films for a chance to win 1 of 150 cash prizes. As the primary judges of the competition, the team offers details and tips about the competition. Special guests teacher A.J. Chambers & former winning student Jolie Abdo join the conversation to offer their insight into producing a winning film and share the benefits of participating in the competition. Visit our website for additional information and resources: StudentCam  

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