Simplifying The State
"Simplifying the State" is a student-run podcast that simplifies U.S. politics for high school students.
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- 3
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- Sep 17, 2026
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- Jul 9, 2026
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WWE or DOE? (opens the original)
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In this episode, Adam, Drew, and Nicholas discuss the changes in education policy under the second Trump administration. They also discuss whether education policy should be determined at the local level or the federal level.
A Joe Rogan of the Left? (opens the original)
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Creator of the "Righting" Howard Polskin stops by to talk to Adam about the new right-wing media ecosystem and its effects. They also discuss the decline of legacy media, how new media trends have fueled a surge of independent journalism, and how AI could affect the future of journalism and media.
Providing a Choice (opens the original)
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Gregory Upchurch sits down to talk to Adam about his campaign for Missouri State Auditor. They discuss what makes the State Auditor's office special, the effects of efforts to remove the income tax, and the importance of transparency in the auditing process.
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