Common Ground & Common Sense Podcast

Continuing the “Pursuit of” series, Kevin and Jaime are talking about liberty and the criminal justice system in America. They’re looking at how the 13th Amendment shaped America’s economy and prison system and the impacts we’re still feeling today. Your ever curious co hosts also discuss the challenges felons face after serving their time - finding a job, finding resources, and finding their place in society.

Continuing the “Pursuit of” series, Jaime takes a look at Liberty in the US: How it is defined, expectations of liberty, and how people experience it differently. We’re taking a dive into systemic racism and how decisions from 150 years ago are still impacting people today.

Following up on Kevin’s deep dive into the state of available water, food, and shelter in the USA, our dynamic duo meets up in the studio to discuss Life in these United States. Diving into the history of homelessness, the viability of community gardens, and the responsibility of landlords are all discussed in today’s episode.

Their expertise in regards to availability of water, food, & shelter? Casual and/or occasional use.

Their qualifications to discuss the topic? Random life experience and caffeination during recording sessions.

Basically, anything they discuss? Don’t take their word for it - but they hope you enjoy the show!

In this episode Kevin takes on the question of basic human needs. Small things like food, water, and shelter. Taking a bit of a dive into the state of things in the USA, things get a little dark but that happens when looking deep into tough topics.

Jaime and Kevin are back in the studio together this week, as promised. This week our two favorite friends are talking about the public education system in America. Is it viable? Is it an institution for institutions sake? Can it be done differently or better? Tune in as they discuss state versus federal involvement in the public system, where it came from, and some possible ways forward.

Jaime is solo this week and setting the stage for our Life, Liberty, & Pursuit of Happiness series by doing a deep dive into the history of US Public Education. Grab a cup of your favorite beverage and settle in for a history lesson - find out how the education system evolved in the USA, if the separation of church and state was effective in early American education, and more. Is our current system still viable? Are we backsliding or are we still moving towards achieving the goals of the founding fathers? Listen in and let us know your opinion! Share your thoughts over at cgcspodcast.com.

Kevin is solo this week and offering up some solid info on the history of the Russo-Ukraine conflict. In an attempt to answer a few of Jaime’s questions from last week and bring some clarity to a confusing issue, Kevin chats about what he’s learned and his opinions on the current Russian regime.

CW: War, Politics

Jaime is on her own, lost in a sea of confusion this week as tensions between Ukraine and Russia reach a boiling point. Grab a cup of your favorite beverage and get a peek into how Jaime’s brain works (or doesn’t) as she tries to find the sense in a complicated situation.

Kevin chats about his passions this week - gaming, gaming, and more!

CW: Food Discussion, Adult Language

This week Kevin and Jaime discuss potentially controversial American foods, fabulous snacks, and a questionable creature in a Pennsylvanian humane society. Listen in this week for a light hearted discussion! We’re glad you’re here.

Their expertise in regards to food and snacks? Routine consumption.

Their qualifications to discuss the topic? Random life experience and caffeination during recording sessions.

Basically, anything they discuss? Don’t take their word for it - but they hope you enjoy the show!

Coffee and common ground this week

In Jaime’s Cup: Vanilla Bean Macadamia Nut

In Kevin’s Cup: Hydration!

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