The Way the World Works: A Tuttle Twins Podcast for Families

We often hear the term "economy" thrown around on the news or during political debates. But what exactly is the economy and why do those in power think they can control it?

Article III, Section 1 of the Constitution establishes the Supreme Court of the United States, where nine Supreme Court Judges reside. These judges have a huge responsibility because their decisions will be used to interpret the Constitution for years to come. Join Connor and Brittany as they explain how the Supreme Court works and why they play such an important role in our country.

Our Constitution guarantees individuals the right to a jury by peers should they be accused of a crime. On this episode, Connor and Brittany talk about the important role juries play in our legal system and how they can be empowered to ensure justice prevails.

Sometimes the old ways of doing things have to be destroyed to make way for new and better ways. We see this all the time in our economy when innovation replaces outdated practices. This "creative destruction," as it is often referred, is what helps fill our world with an endless variety of goods and services that are always improving to meet the needs of consumers like us.

The holidays are upon us, but there is one aspect about Thanksgiving many people have never heard. When the pilgrims got to Plymouth Rock, their belief in communism almost led to their downfall. In fact, there was almost no first Thanksgiving at all.

Connor shares some quick info about three new non-fiction guidebooks we created, and they're now for sale!

Logical Fallacies, or flawed reasoning, occur all the time in our world. Politicians use them, the media uses them, and unfortunately, many people routinely fall for these fallacies. Today, Connor and Brittany discuss what a logical fallacy is and how you can avoid using them and falling for them in everyday life.

Nobody seems to be able to agree on much these days. And while it's good to stay true to your principles and beliefs, it doesn't mean you can't still talk to people with whom you disagree.

The world is a crazy place, but that doesn't mean we have to be sad and gloomy about it. There is so much to be optimistic about there are plenty of ways you can try your best to stay positive even when everything around us is chaotic.

Unlike other countries, who elect their officials through popular vote, our country uses something called the "Electoral College." Many people, even adults, don't really understand how it works. Today, Brittany and Connor explain the Electoral College and the role in plays in presidential elections.