In Episode 6 of The Teen Take, Thaddeus breaks down a whirlwind week in politics. From President Zelensky and European leaders meeting with Trump to discuss the Russia-Ukraine War, to Article 5-style security guarantees for Ukraine, to the ongoing Redistricting Wars in Texas and California—no political stone is left unturned. Plus, get the latest on U.S. sanctions against the International Criminal Court and controversial domestic policies like the border wall repainting and the Alligator Alcatraz shutdown. Thaddeus explains it all in plain language, so you understand what’s really happening at home and abroad. 

 Join host Thaddeus on The Teen Take, where Gen Z breaks down the latest political headlines in plain language. In this episode, we dive into President Trump’s controversial federal intervention in D.C., the ongoing California and Texas redistricting battles, new school policies in Texas, the CDC shooting, and the Russia-Ukraine summit with Trump and Putin. From crime stats and executive orders to international diplomacy and vaccine misinformation, Thaddeus gives the insights you need to understand what’s happening and why it matters. 

 This week on The Teen Take, Thaddeus breaks down the Texas mid-decade redistricting standoff, President Trump’s firing spree in Washington, a surprising Russia-Ukraine peace proposal, and the viral outrage over Tim Cook’s gold-plated award to Trump. From state politics to global diplomacy, and even an Apple boycott, here’s Gen Z’s unfiltered take on the week’s biggest headlines. 

Welcome back to The Teen Take, where Gen Z breaks down politics in plain language. I’m Thaddeus, and this week’s episode is stacked with major developments across the U.S. and the globe. Let’s dive in:

Redistricting War in Texas
Texas Republicans are redrawing congressional lines again — this time in the middle of the decade. What’s the strategy? Who stands to win (or lose) in 2026? And why are other states, including California and New York, getting ready to fight fire with fire?

Global Trade Shakeup
President Trump just cut huge trade deals with the EU and Japan — avoiding a full-blown trade war but raising new questions about tariffs, tech, and the true cost of your next car. What does it mean for American jobs, and will prices actually drop?

Gaza, Genocide, and Global Pressure
In a rare moment, Trump acknowledges “real starvation” in Gaza — contradicting Israel’s Prime Minister. The U.K. might soon recognize Palestine, and Marjorie Taylor Greene becomes the first Republican to call the war a genocide. What’s behind this shift in tone — and does it signal real change?

Two Mass Shootings, One Day
Tragedy strikes both Reno and New York City — back-to-back shootings leave multiple dead and once again highlight America’s gun violence crisis. We look at the facts, the failures, and why guns are now the #1 cause of death for Americans under 20.

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Welcome back to The Teen Take, where Gen Z breaks down politics in plain language. I’m Thaddeus, and this week, we’ve got a packed episode:

📍 The National Guard and U.S. Marines finally leave Los Angeles after over a month of active duty — what did their presence really mean for everyday people?

⚖️ A shocking DOJ recommendation in the Breonna Taylor case sparks outrage. We’ll break down what happened and why it matters.

💸 Trump targets PBS, NPR, and foreign aid — cutting $9 billion in funding. What does that mean for free press and small-town media?

📊 Trump vs. the Federal Reserve: Why the President wants Jerome Powell out, and how it could affect your future.

🌍 Climate alert: From wildfires in the Grand Canyon to the environmental cost of AI, we look at what’s burning — literally and politically.

🗳️ And across the pond, teens in the UK might soon get the vote. Is it time America followed their lead?

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In this episode of The Teen Take, I break down the biggest political headlines of the week — in plain language and from a Gen Z perspective.

We start in California, where recent ICE raids at MacArthur Park sparked outrage and fear, especially among young people. I ask: What does it mean for teens when our public spaces are treated like war zones?

Then we turn to the global stage — from President Trump’s new 30% tariffs on the EU and Mexico, to retaliatory threats from Europe, to his explosive 50% tariff on Brazil. I explore the surprising connection between Trump and Brazil’s controversial former president, Jair Bolsonaro.

We also look at the U.S. being left out of a new global trade pact, and what that could mean for American prices and power.

Finally, we talk about Elon Musk’s new “America Party” — a fresh political movement with big ambitions and a lot of unanswered questions.

This episode is packed with international drama, economic tension, and real questions about what leadership looks like — all broken down so anyone can understand.

🎙️ Stay loud. Stay smart. I’m Thaddeus, and this is The Teen Take.

Welcome to the very first episode of The Teen Take! I’m Thaddeus Tate — a 13-year-old Democrat with a deep interest in politics and a lot to say. In this episode, I introduce myself, explain what this podcast is all about, and share who it’s for (hint: it’s not just teens).

If you’re overwhelmed by the news or confused about politics — whether you’re a teenager or an adult — this podcast is your new go-to for plain, honest, Gen Z commentary. I’m here to break it all down, one episode at a time.

🎙️ Stay loud. Stay smart. This is The Teen Take.