Simplifying The State

In this episode of "Simplifying the State," Adam Watson, Nicholas Perrin, Luciano Perman, and Drew Garfinkel discuss the recent strikes on Iran and the U.S. efforts to conduct a regime change within Iran. They discuss what this new conflict could mean for Iran and what government might rise from the ashes of this conflict.

In this episode of "Simplifying the State," Adam Watson and Drew Garfinkel discuss Missouri HB 2918, which would provide more independence to student journalists across the state. They discuss the role student journalists play in society, and whether they think schools should be allowed to censor specific stories.

In this episode of "Simplifying the State," Adam Watson, Nicholas Perrin, and Drew Garfinkel discuss recent comments by Donald Trump about having the federal government oversee elections, a power reserved to the states. Learn what the Constitution says about the issue, and whether it might just be noise.

Adam Watson and Nicholas Perrin discuss why ICE has been in the news much more than ever, and the risks they may pose. They dive into concerns many have about recent ICE behavior, including the killing of two U.S. citizens.

In this episode of "Simplifying the State," Adam Watson, Nicholas Perrin, and Drew Garfinkel discuss the complexities of executive overreach and the evolving role of Congress. They explore the dynamics of political power during the Trump administration, the historical context of executive authority, and the implications for future governance.

In this episode of "Simplifying the State," Adam Watson, Nicolas Perrin, and Drew Garfinkel discuss the recent geopolitical upheaval involving Venezuela. They discuss the U.S. operation that led to the capture of Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro, the implications for global politics, and the potential impact on countries like Taiwan and Ukraine. They also discuss the strategic importance of Venezuela's oil reserves and the broader consequences of violating international sovereignty.

In this episode of "Simplifying the State," Adam Watson, Nicholas Perrin, and Drew Garfinkel talk about the issue of gun control and gun violence in the United States. They discuss the alarming statistics of school shootings, the impact of mental health and social media, and the role of federal and state legislation. They also explore the cultural differences in gun ownership between the U.S. and countries like Switzerland, and the historical context of the Second Amendment.

Adam Watson, Nicholas Perrin, and Drew Garfinkel discuss the new U.S. national security and foreign policy shifts. From Trump's strategy to the U.S.'s role in global affairs, they discuss diplomacy with China, obligations to Ukraine, and Middle East withdrawal.

In this episode of "Simplifying the State," Adam Watson and Drew Garfinkel talk about the upcoming midterm elections, exploring the Democrats' chances of reclaiming the House and the potential impact of gerrymandering. They discuss the importance of young voter turnout and how political participation can drive change. Don't forget to follow the podcast and to follow us on Instagram for more updates!

In this episode, Adam, Nicholas, and Drew talk about the complexities of US-Saudi relations. They explore the moral implications of recent diplomatic engagements, the historical context of the partnership, and the potential impact on high schoolers and the broader public.