GEC: Important Talks

GEC: Important Talks

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  • Episode 23: Trump & the 14th Amendment

    In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss Trump's current legal battles regarding his ability to be on the ballot in the 2024 election as a result of the January 6th Insurrection and the Fourteenth Amendment.


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    Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

    Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

    Albert Lim - Marketing Director

    Luke Black - Director

    Ellie Armstrong - Media Director

    John Hague - Marketing Intern

    46 min
  • Episode 22: COP28

    In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the 28th Conference of Parties that occurred this past December, as well as climate change and energy policies.


    Happy New Year!


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    Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

    Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

    Albert Lim - Marketing Director

    Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

    Luke Black - Director

    John Hague - Marketing Intern

    Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

    47 min
  • Episode 21: Houthi Rebels

    In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the Houthi rebels in Yemen, their current actions in the Res Sea, as well as the international task forces recently created to address said actions and their impact on the region and global economy.


    From the entire team at GEC we wish you all a very happy holidays!


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    Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

    Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

    Albert Lim - Marketing Director

    Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

    Luke Black - Director

    John Hague - Marketing Intern

    Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

    41 min
  • Episode 20: Ukraine Update

    In this episode, Carter and Kathryn provide an update on the war in Ukraine, as well as US aid to Ukraine and Ukraine's prospects of joining the European Union.


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    Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

    Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

    Albert Lim - Marketing Director

    Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

    Luke Black - Director

    John Hague - Marketing Intern

    Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

    38 min
  • Episode 19: 4th Republican Debate

    In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the recent Republican Debate.


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    Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

    Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

    Albert Lim - Marketing Director

    Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

    Luke Black - Director

    John Hague - Marketing Intern

    Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

    50 min
  • Episode 18: This Week in US Politics

    In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss recent events in US politics, like the new Supreme Court ethics code and the continuing budget resolution.


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    Check out the articles we referenced in this episode:

    - https://www.politico.com/news/magazine/2023/11/13/biden-2024-reelection-challenges-strategy-00126776

    - https://eu.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2023/11/14/government-shutdown-continuing-resolution-house-gop/71583692007/

    - https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/house-bill-pass-government-shutdown-speaker-mike-johnson-rcna125008

    - https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/13/us/politics/supreme-court-ethics-code.html

    - https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/15/opinion/letters/supreme-court-ethics-code.html


    The presenters of the podcast and Global Education Connection are solely responsible for the content thereof. The publication of this podcast does not constitute or imply any endorsement by the podcast, its editors, or its publisher of the information contained herein. The presenters have made every effort to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information presented in this podcast. Still, they make no representations or warranties regarding its accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose. The presenters disclaim all liability for any damages arising from the use of this information.


    By listening to this podcast, you agree that you are solely responsible for your actions and decisions and will not hold the host or guests liable for any damages or losses you may incur.


    If you have any questions or concerns about the information presented in this podcast, please feel free to contact a qualified professional.


    This disclaimer is subject to change without notice.


    Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

    Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

    Albert Lim - Marketing Director

    Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

    Luke Black - Director

    John Hague - Marketing Intern

    Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

    45 min
  • Episode 17: How to Get Involved

    In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss how you can get involved in your local community and make change.


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    Check out https://www.vote.org/ to learn more about how to check your voter registeration, register to vote, and to learn more about upcoming elections in your area!


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    By listening to this podcast, you agree that you are solely responsible for your actions and decisions and will not hold the host or guests liable for any damages or losses you may incur.


    If you have any questions or concerns about the information presented in this podcast, please feel free to contact a qualified professional.


    This disclaimer is subject to change without notice.


    Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

    Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

    Albert Lim - Marketing Director

    Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

    Luke Black - Director

    John Hague - Marketing Intern

    Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

    34 min
  • Episode 16: Speaker of the House

    In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the recent Speaker of the House drama and what that means for Congress, President Biden, and the American people moving forward.


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    Check out the articles we referenced in this episode:

    https://justfacts.votesmart.org/candidate/key-votes/156097/mike-johnson

    https://www.nbcnews.com/politics/congress/mike-johnson-house-speaker-republican-nominee-what-know-rcna122114

    https://www.npr.org/2023/10/31/1209670609/house-republicans-israel-funding-bill-irs

    https://mikejohnson.house.gov/

    https://www.washingtonpost.com/business/2023/11/01/israel-aid-irs-gop/

    https://www.npr.org/2020/10/21/926108447/in-races-final-days-biden-campaign-has-big-cash-advantage-over-trump-s

    https://www.nytimes.com/2023/11/01/opinion/mike-johnson-israel-ukraine.html

    https://www.usatoday.com/story/news/politics/2023/11/02/mike-johnsons-first-week-as-speaker-takeaways-from-israel-to-santos/71393834007/

    https://thehill.com/homenews/house/4289984-speaker-johnson-decision-on-biden-impeachment-articles-coming-very-soon/

    https://thehill.com/homenews/house/4284225-house-deals-with-shutdown-threat-under-speaker-johnson-five-things-to-watch/


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    By listening to this podcast, you agree that you are solely responsible for your actions and decisions and will not hold the host or guests liable for any damages or losses you may incur.


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    This disclaimer is subject to change without notice.


    Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

    Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

    Albert Lim - Marketing Director

    Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

    Luke Black - Director

    John Hague - Marketing Intern

    Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

    44 min
  • Episode 15: Haiti

    SENSITIVE TOPICS DISCUSSED: LISTENER DISCRETION ADVISED


    In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss the ongoing crisis in Haiti.


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    Check out the articles we referenced in this episode:

    - https://www.cia.gov/the-world-factbook/countries/haiti/

    - https://www.miamiherald.com/news/nation-world/world/americas/haiti/article280921108.html

    - https://www.reuters.com/world/americas/un-vote-foreign-police-mission-haiti-set-monday-2023-10-01/

    - https://www.pbs.org/newshour/show/we-live-in-misery-haitians-struggle-to-survive-as-country-spirals-in-chaos

    - https://www.hrw.org/world-report/2023/country-chapters/haiti?gad_source=1&gclid=CjwKCAjwnOipBhBQEiwACyGLuk53KK6qb-nq01nPvp9Ce4Y9AqpENCRJwqJIFSKjHWId_U2chkSSXRoCWd4QAvD_BwE


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    By listening to this podcast, you agree that you are solely responsible for your actions and decisions and will not hold the host or guests liable for any damages or losses you may incur.


    If you have any questions or concerns about the information presented in this podcast, please feel free to contact a qualified professional.


    This disclaimer is subject to change without notice.


    Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

    Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

    Albert Lim - Marketing Director

    Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

    Luke Black - Director

    John Hague - Marketing Intern

    Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

    27 min
  • Episode 14: Recent News Recap

    In this episode, Carter and Kathryn discuss recent news, including the earthquakes in Afghanistan and Biden expanding the border wall.


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    The presenters of the podcast and Global Education Connection are solely responsible for the content thereof. The publication of this podcast does not constitute or imply any endorsement by the podcast, its editors, or its publisher of the information contained herein. The presenters have made every effort to ensure the accuracy and completeness of the information presented in this podcast. Still, they make no representations or warranties regarding its accuracy, completeness, or fitness for any particular purpose. The presenters disclaim all liability for any damages arising from the use of this information.


    By listening to this podcast, you agree that you are solely responsible for your actions and decisions and will not hold the host or guests liable for any damages or losses you may incur.


    If you have any questions or concerns about the information presented in this podcast, please feel free to contact a qualified professional.


    This disclaimer is subject to change without notice.


    Carter Beck - Host & Executive Director

    Kathryn Slotterback - Host & Podcast Director

    Albert Lim - Marketing Director

    Harmony Wang - Director of Middle East Programs

    Luke Black - Director

    John Hague - Marketing Intern

    Ellie Armstrong - Marketing Intern

    35 min

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