The Two Commoners Podcast

In episode 23 Sid and Hunter welcome another guest, Briggan Harris, who is a TESOL(teaching English as a second language major at UWRF). She tells us all about her major and how the US has such a different education system than other countries. What are the pros and cons of the system and what contributes to the many problems that we see in inner city schools and schools in general. Why are teachers in the United States compensated differently and held at a different standard than a country like Japan. She also chimes in on the current problems with our education when it pertains to the current pandemic. The crew then has more election talk and discusses how Trumps chances of winning are continuing to decrease. Listen on all your favorite podcasting platforms or watch us on YouTube!

Sid and Hunter are joined by Grant Riemenschneider to talk about of variety of topics during this weeks episode, First the concept and foundation of the anti-racist movement was discussed in depth and a little more about police reform. Second we talked about the generational divide we see in American Society i.e. Baby Boomers trashing millennials. Lastly we discussed a little bit about the upcoming election which is now less than 100 days aways and only about to get uglier. Watch us on YouTube please Like and Subscribe!

In episode 21 Sid and Hunter welcome Andrew Hansen to the show to discuss why the public may distrust the media so much. We talk about the evolution of mainstream media into one of the most dangerous and influential political tools a campaign has at their disposal. We talk about problem and also the benefits of independent media sources. Where do we draw the line with certain media members and their dangerous rhetoric. Also is the medias problem with profit and ratings due to their higher management or does the root of the problem lie elsewhere. Like and Subscribe! Also listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Anchor, and all of your favorite podcasting platforms.

In this episode Sid and Hunter welcome back John Earley to the podcast and talk to him about his thoughts surrounding the events of the last few months. John talks about how Kanye has a special place in his heart as his presidential bid gains no ground. We talk about The BLM organization, Vaccines, and also our opinions on schools reopening. Join us this week for episode 20! Listen on Spotify, Anchor, Apple podcasts and all of your favorite podcasting platforms or watch us on YouTube!

In this episode Sid and Hunter give some not so encouraging updates and opinions surrounding the coronavirus pandemic in the United States. We talk about how what Kanye could be attempting to do and if the country should ever go with a candidate that has little to no political/policy experience. We then talk on how the response may differ if Joe Biden were president and if we can even hold him to the same expectations we have Trump given in six months the pandemic could be in an entirely different phase. Come join us on all of your favorite podcasting platforms!

In episode 18 Sid and Hunter break down the pros and cons between Donald Trump and Joe Biden and what it will take for each candidate to swing 2020 in there favor.

In episode 17 Sid and Hunter talk about the ongoing debate surrounding confederate statues and statues of Christopher Columbus someone with an immoral history. 

In episode 16 Sid and Hunter talk about the idea of terrorism and how the most common definition is taken in negative light, but there is such a thing as justified terrorism. Listen on Spotify, Anchor, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and all your other favorite platforms.

In this weeks episode Sid and Hunter deep dive on the current events surrounding the George Floyd murder. Abolish police is a common message being spread around, but is that the best option? What happens when we defund the police? We also discuss the protests and riots that ensued and try to add some context to what everyone sees on TV. Listen on Spotify, Apple Podcasts, Google Podcasts, and all your favorite platforms!

In Episode 14 Sid and Hunter welcome on Sophie Peña, a sports management major at North Dakota St University. They discuss political culture on college campuses regarding topics like overall bias, bias professors, and what we prefer from our professors. We also discuss the tragic events pertaining to George Floyd and the recent protests/riots that have come about. Also potential ways to repair the trust between civilians and police and how damaging the civilian/police relationship has become.