Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast, where Katherine gives you the scoop on the good news coming out of Washington, and how you can get involved with this thing called democracy.

In this episode, Katherine delves into a hot topic – banning of the popular app – TikTok. Katherine covers why the company is coming to Capitol Hill and what the root of the concerns are for the US government and states. 

Additionally, Katherine continues honoring Women’s History Month by highlighting two women that work in key roles of Capitol Hill. Both the Clerk of the House and the Secretary of the Senate are roles that help elected leaders like Members of Congress and Senators conduct their business. Want to learn more about what they do? Tune in to hear more on both topics. 

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast, where Katherine gives you the scoop on the good news coming out of Washington, and how you can get involved with this thing called democracy.

In this episode, Katherine discusses first what happened with Silicon Valley Bank and Signature Bank then what it means for the US financial banking system moving forward. 

Katherine also adds a personal touch to honor Women's History Month with a tribute to her mom. 
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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast, where I give you the scoop on the good news coming out of Washington, and how you can get involved with this thing called democracy.

This week’s episode – covered the kickoff of the appropriations process – how the government works to fund itself. Starting with the release of the President's Budget - Congress will begin in earnest by having conversations with the Secretary's of departments as well as stakeholders on what should be funded. The President's Budget is a wish list and it is up to Congress - the House and Senate - to decide where money is appropriated.

Additionally, Katherine delves into honoring Women’s History Month through the lens of political leaders. The women Katherine discusses barely scratches the surface of the impact women have had on public policy.

Tune in to hear more!

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast, where I give you the scoop on the good news coming out of Washington, and how you can get involved with this thing called democracy.

In this episode, Katherine delves into what's happened within Congress, the Administration and among state leaders over the last two months. From legislation to visits - Katherine covers it all and gives you context on what to consider as you view policy for the remainder of 2023.
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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast, where I give you the scoop on the good news coming out of Washington, and how you can get involved with this thing called democracy.

In this episode, Katherine delves into what the National Governors Association is and how state leaders - like Governors- work to share best practices not only with each other but also up to the federal government.

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast, where I give you the scoop on the good news coming out of Washington, and how you can get involved with this thing called democracy.

Monday, February 20th will be President's Day for those in the United States. In this episode, Katherine shares what the holiday started as, what it now means and some fun facts about our fearless leaders - current and past.

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast, where I give you the scoop on the good news coming out of Washington, and how you can get involved with this thing called democracy.

In this episode, Katherine delves into three key areas:
- First - the history of the State of the Union and context of what the speech is aimed at doing

- Second – highlight some of the key takeaways of President Biden’s speech from Tuesday, February 7th

- Third – describe what happens next following the speech - both a rebuttal and the tour from the President. 

Timestamps:

• [1:35] History of the State of the Union address.
• [4:17] Takeaways from this week's address. 
• [6:19] The mental health crisis.
• [9:11] Expanding access to peer support. 
• [10:00] Police violence.
• [10:19] Ukrainian support.
• [11:45] Immigration reform. 
• [14:11] A rebuttal from Sarah Huckabee Sanders.

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast, where I give you the scoop on the good news coming out of Washington, and how you can get involved with this thing called democracy.

In this week's episode, Katherine delves into what Congressional committees do and what hearings are. From what are the different types of Committees to how Members are selected to serve on said Committees to even what hearings look like, Katherine looks to demystify the purpose of both Congressional committees and hearings. 

Timestamps:

• [1:31] Watching hearings live and in person.
• [3:24] What is a committee and what are the different types?
• [5:25] Examples of committees.
• [6:06] How do people get picked for committees?
• [7:32] Why watch committee hearings?

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast, where I give you the scoop on the good news coming out of Washington, and how you can get involved with this thing called democracy.

Lots happening this week in Washington - with talks over the debt ceiling continuing as well as the Senate returning on Monday, January 23rd. The Senate remains a bit in flux with new Committee rosters still undecided. Katherine delves into where the debt ceiling talks lie as well as a lay of the land on the what Senate Committees do.

Lastly, Taylor Swift enters the chat with a hearing over the Ticketmaster meltdown from last fall. Tune in to hear how Senators of both parties brought concerns to Live Nation (parent company of Ticketmaster) CEO.

Timestamps:

• [1:11] Debt ceiling update.
• [3:57] Senate returns and committees.
• [6:11] Senate meets on Ticketmaster.

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast, where I give you the scoop on the good news coming out of Washington, and how you can get involved with this thing called democracy.

In recent weeks, there has been a lot of talk on the US debt ceiling. In this episode, Katherine delves into what exactly the debt ceiling,who are the players that need to work on it, and what the landscape looks like moving forward. It's a real quick dive on all things debt ceiling - something that will grab headlines for the months to come. 

Timestamps:

• [3:00] What is the debt ceiling?
• [4:16] What is the debt limit and what happens when we hit it?
• [6:01] What is happening over the next few weeks?

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