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July 20, 2022 147: Rep Eric Swalwell
Jill and Victor are joined by member of the House Judiciary and Intel Committees, Rep. Eric Swalwell, to examine what it takes to prosecute a president when our democracy is threatened. They also look at the role that young people and the congress play in strengthening our voting rights, protecting women’s choices, reducing gun violence, and fighting disinformation.
Get More From Rep. Eric Swalwell:
Twitter | House.gov | Website
Recent Article By Victor Shi:
On encouraging young people to run for office

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Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | iGen Politics

Victor Shi: Twitter |Medium | Blog w/Jill Wine-Banks | Former Biden Delegate: @Bideninaugural | iGen Politics

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32 min
July 13, 2022 146: Remembering Watergate with John Dean & Jim Robenalt
Jill and Victor are joined by Nixon’s White House Counsel and Watergate testifier John Dean and lawyer Jim Robenalt to discuss presidential scandals, the J6 hearings, and how Trump and Nixon’s actions compare. They also break down how Trump continues to subvert our democracy, how hearings can help expose the truth, and what happens when the pressure to help a president going rogue falls on you.
Get More From John Dean:
Twitter | Justia | Nixon Library | Author of “Authoritarian Nightmare” & Other Books

Get More From Jim Robenalt:
Twitter | Muck Rack | Thompson Hine | Author of “Ballots And Bullets” & Other Books

Get More From Victor and Jill:

Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | iGen Politics

Victor Shi: Twitter |Medium | Blog w/Jill Wine-Banks | Former Biden Delegate: @Bideninaugural | iGen Politics

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1 hr 25 min
July 06, 2022 145: David Gergen
Jill and Victor are joined by advisor to four presidents, author, and professor David Gergen to put the J6 hearings and recent SCOTUS rulings into historical context, examine the role of young people in rehabilitation of our democracy, and lay out what it takes to become a leader. Are we up to the challenges we face? And is national service a way to get there?
Get More From David Gergen:
Twitter | Website | Harvard | CNN | Author of “Hearts Touched With Fire” & Other Books

Get More From Victor and Jill:

Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | iGen Politics

Victor Shi: Twitter |Medium | Blog w/Jill Wine-Banks | Former Biden Delegate: @Bideninaugural | iGen Politics

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1 hr 2 min
June 29, 2022 144: Civia Tamarkin
Jill and Victor are joined by award-winning investigative journalist, documentarian, and former television executive Civia Tamarkin to discuss the history of abortion rights, the legacy of Roe v. Wade, and what the Dobbs decision means for the country. They also look at the impact of the ruling on women, and how it affects young people, people of color, and the future of our rights.
Get More From Civia Tamarkin:
Twitter | IMDB | Birthright: A War Story Film
Get More From Victor and Jill:

Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | iGen Politics

Victor Shi: Twitter |Medium | Blog w/Jill Wine-Banks | Former Biden Delegate: @Bideninaugural | iGen Politics

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59 min
June 22, 2022 143: Garrett Graff
Jill and Victor are joined by journalist and historian Garrett Graff to discuss his journey as an author and do a deep dive into Nixon’s presidency, his legacy in history, and the impact of Watergate and his time in office on our contemporary politics. In it, they look at similarities to the modern era and what happens when a president betrays his office in pursuit of power.
Get More From Garrett Graff:
Twitter | Website | Aspen Institute | Author

Get More From Victor and Jill:

Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | iGen Politics

Victor Shi: Twitter |Medium | Blog w/Jill Wine-Banks | Former Biden Delegate: @Bideninaugural | iGen Politics

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1 hr 2 min
June 15, 2022 142: Senator Doug Jones
Jill and Victor are joined by former Senator from Alabama Doug Jones to look at recent actions by the Supreme Court and what it means for the country. They also discuss the balance of power in the Senate, and what actions need to be taken to revitalize our democracy. Will we be able to make enough of the necessary changes going into 2022?
Get More From Fmr. Senator Doug Jones:
Twitter | Website | Georgetown University

Get More From Victor and Jill:

Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | iGen Politics

Victor Shi: Twitter |Medium | Blog w/Jill Wine-Banks | Former Biden Delegate: @Bideninaugural | iGen Politics

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56 min
June 08, 2022 141: Jim Obergefell
Jill and Victor are joined by civil rights icon and Ohio House candidate Jim Obergefell to discuss his fight for gay marraige in the courts, the need to speak out, and how the Supreme Court’s leaked Dobbs decision threatens all of of our liberties. They also examine the legal battles we face in the modern era and what happens when established rights come under attack. Is anything still safe?
Get More From Jim Obergefell:
Twitter | Obergefell V. Hodges | OH Campaign Website | Author
Get More From Victor and Jill:

Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | iGen Politics

Victor Shi: Twitter |Medium | Blog w/Jill Wine-Banks | Former Biden Delegate: @Bideninaugural | iGen Politics

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39 min
June 01, 2022 140: Heather Cox Richardson
Jill and Victor are joined by historian and author Heather Cox Richardson for a deep dive into the roots of our current political divisions going back to the Civil War, and the modern prospects for political violence driven by racism, populism, and foreign actors. What will it take to raise our democracy to the next level, and successfully reclaim principles of equality and freedom for future generations?
Get More From Heather Cox Richardson:
Twitter | Boston College | Substack | Author

Get More From Victor and Jill:

Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | iGen Politics

Victor Shi: Twitter |Medium | Blog w/Jill Wine-Banks | Former Biden Delegate: @Bideninaugural | iGen Politics

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1 hr 6 min
May 25, 2022 139: Joyce Vance
Jill and Victor are joined legal mastermind and co-host of the #SistersInLaw podcast Joyce Vance to look at what it takes to build a career in the legal field and the many ways the law influences our lives. They also examine the recent threats to our long established rights and the perils facing our justice system, as well as what it will take to rehabilitate our system.
Get More From Joyce Vance:
Twitter | University of Alabama Law | MSNBC

Get More From Victor and Jill:

Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | iGen Politics

Victor Shi: Twitter |Medium | Blog w/Jill Wine-Banks | Former Biden Delegate: @Bideninaugural | iGen Politics

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1 hr
May 18, 2022 138: Neil deGrasse Tyson
Jill and Victor are joined by famed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson to discuss his recent book “Welcome To The Universe”. They dive into his life and career path, his work at the planetarium, and the latest developments in the field of astronomy. Their conversation also covers our priorities in space discovery and works to unravel the mysteries of our universe.
Get More From Neil deGrasse Tyson:
Twitter | Hayden Planetarium | Instagram | StarTalk | Author

Get More From Victor and Jill:

Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justice Against A Criminal President | iGen Politics

Victor Shi: Twitter |Medium | Blog w/Jill Wine-Banks | Former Biden Delegate: @Bideninaugural | iGen Politics

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44 min

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Brought to you by Jill Wine-Banks and Victor Shi, the Intergenerational Politics Podcast tackles the issues facing our nation, asks the questions you want to be answered, and most importantly, engages…