Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast!

In this episode, Katherine delves into some little-known facts about the House and Senate. With elections less than two weeks away, Katherine shares how to interpret the roles that you will be voting on in a couple short weeks.

Timestamps:

• [1:30] The three branches of government. 
• [3:10] The Senate vs The House. 

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Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/-QSHWWco7unfCkLz82XN4elY0Gs

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast!

With election day less than three weeks away, debates are popping up across the country; but do you know their origin?

In this episode, Katherine delves into how debates started in the United States as well as how to engage with debates now. Debates help voters understand candidates and their views and help inform conversations.
 
This episode delves into the importance of debating ideas and not the people that hold them! We need to be able to disagree without being disagreeable.

To learn more about Lyndsi and Matt, visit their website at https://www.lyndsiandmatt.com

Timestamps:

• [2:25] Debates began as three hour long events.
• [5:12] Current day debating.
• [8:29] Simple Civics.

Links & Resources:
Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/42ez14TAr8oD42sg44zJBVf0b_Y

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To learn more about Simple Civics, visit https://www.wfyi.org/programs/inauguration-2021/television/history-of-political-debates

Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast!

With elections across the country drawing near, Katherine takes a moment to delve into the importance of valuing our differences and listening to understand one another. In a hypercharged world, it can be hard to value those we vehemently disagree with; but Katherine offers up her ideas on how to achieve it.

Timestamps:

• [1:18] Government is not the only source of good. 
• [3:03] Listening to one another.
• [5:21] It's hard to pause and understand someone. 

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Links & Resources:
Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/pnGmlvJIn99kzQhEwaT82PM-Wrw

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast!

On this week's episode, Katherine provides an update on how Congress funded the government (if only for a short period of time). She also discusses political polling - providing insights on what a political poll is; how it is created; and how a political poll can be used as a piece of information.

Timestamps:

• [0:16] A government shutdown has been avoided.
• [3:37] Political polling - what is it?
• [5:22] How is a poll developed?
• [6:53] How can a poll be used to help you make a decision?
• [9:58] Takeaways.

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Links & Resources:
Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/A6U5qKyX8gwJD0eVC2sNym6IjJc

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast!

This week, Katherine pulls back the curtain on the FDA User Fee agreement - what is it and why is it important for us as Americans. Katherine also delves into campaign finance 101 - understanding the basics of personal giving, PAC giving and superPAC giving. It will empower you to be a smart observer of money in politics.

Timestamps:

• [0:18] The FDA user fee agreement updates. 
• [4:31] Campaign finance 101.
• [5:31] Campaign limits and personal giving.
• [8:12] PAC and Super PAC contributions. 

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Links & Resources:
Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/ICxAisW23p7A7k2772hbzTTeC5g

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast!

In this episode, Katherine gives an update on the government funding and provide tips on how to volunteer on a political campaign.

Timestamps:

• [0:56] The fiscal year is almost over and what this means for the government.
• [4:09] Find your candidate. 
• [4:47] Find your role.
• [6:25] Have fun.

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Links & Resources:
Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/QcdfJYg9GQwASJjeaEog4KGBc58

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast!

Katherine shares what the first couple weeks back in DC for Congress will be on and a how-to on calling your Member of Congress.

Timestamps:

• [1:11] Congress is coming back to work on funding.
• [1:43] Contacting Congress.
• [4:52] What is your message?
• [5:53] Following up - does it matter?

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Links & Resources:
Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/rc6mR1u177cqHOs-M8jlnimGtqA
Finding your Member of Congress: House.gov; Senate.gov

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast.

Here's a trailer of Season 2 of the Your Good News Podcast - teasing out even more what will be the vision for Season 2. As a Washingtonian with a background in politics and policy, Katherine aims to share more on what's happening in Washington as well as tangible ways to get involved with our government.

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Links & Resources:
Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/0QowphIelyHNQXLiV4CNM87JpmQ

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast.

Katherine is back with a brand new season - teasing out even more what will be the vision for Season 2. As a Washingtonian with a background in politics and policy, Katherine aims to share more on what's happening in Washington as well as tangible ways to get involved with our government.
 
Timestamps:

• [0:43] The focus of the new season.
• [2:37] What is happening in DC? - August Recess
• [3:45] How to get involved - register to vote.

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Links & Resources:
Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/7OUJ2by_uVB455lhvao13g_-F1c
Register to vote: https://www.usa.gov/voter-registration

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Welcome back to another episode of the Your Good News Podcast! 

In this episode - Katherine bookends the first year of Your Good News Podcast - highlighting the importance of finding the good and lays out a vision for the next year. 

Year 2 will begin in September 2022 and will highlight how to get involved with politics. Katherine shares how she is passionate about politics - a self-described political nerd - and how she hopes to highlight the good in DC through actionable steps. Tune in September 1st for the next season of the Your Good News Podcast!

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Links & Resources:
Transcript: https://otter.ai/u/loUI4Xv9XF8nWJDfPyXVmufl4IQ

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