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Let’s Get Civical is part civics class and part comedy show. Join Lizzie Stewart and Arden Walentowski as they unpack and repack those political and government structures that have driven us to the cry for help we’re in today. This stuff is confusing and we’ve made it our mission to break it down so we all understand what the FDR is going on. It’s like being in American Government class with your BFFs! But no exams. We promise! Lizzie is an NYC based comedian who performs regularly all over ...
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden discuss the mysterious disappearance of the Lost Colony of Roanoke! Join them as they examine the events leading up to their disappearance, what the many theories are about what happened to them, and why the only theory that makes sense is alien abduction! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivica…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden discuss the infamous Gulf of Tonkin Resolution! Join them as they uncover what events (or non events) led to the resolution, what the impacts of the US joining the Vietnam war were, and how we really shouldn’t rely on a couple of 20 something year olds to determine if we are under attack! Follow us on Twitte…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden discuss the disturbing events that occurred with the infamous Donner Party! Join them as they uncover the journey the party took to the impassable mountain pass, the major mistakes made by the leaders of the group, and why you should NEVER try a new route that hasn’t been tested, especially with a ton of wag…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden discuss the incredibly important agency, the US Geological Survey! Join them as they discuss the history of the agency, what important things it does for citizens and lawmakers, and why it was crucial to westward expansion! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and …
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden discuss the groundbreaking Pacific Railway Act of 1862! Join them as they discuss the benefits of the railroad, the many challenges the railroad companies faced, and how it not surprisingly destroyed the land around it! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ard…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden discuss the landmark Supreme Court case, Roper v Simmons! Join them as they discuss the facts of the case, the ruling of the court, and how its legacy has lived on! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all t…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the mysterious origins of April Fool’s Day! Join them as they talk about where the idea for April Fool’s Day could have come from, what infamous April Fool’s Day pranks have been done before, and why you should be silly and not mean when participating! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetci…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden discuss the disaster that was the Exxon Valdez oil spill! Join them as they examine what bad decisions led to it, what the environmental impacts were, and why you really should never drink before going into work!! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjuli…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden discuss the rise and fall and rise again of the Equal Rights Amendment! Join them as they look at how the amendment came to be, why it was held up for almost 50 years, and how technically it should be ratified today! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenj…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous fireside chats of Franklin D. Roosevelt! Join them as they discuss the origins of the chats, the impact they had, and how future presidents continued the practice! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetc…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden dive into the history and legacy of the Freedmen’s Bureau! Join them as they talk about what led to the formation of the Bureau, what impact it had on reconstruction, and why Andrew Johnson continues to suck! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna.…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the landmark Supreme Court case, Hustler Magazine, Inc V Falwell! Join them as they look at the facts of the case, what the question was before the court, and how the decision has had a lasting impact on free speech! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the inane story of the Centralia Mine Fire! Join them as they discuss what started the fire, the damage it has caused, and why you should never, under any circumstances, light something on fire in a coal mine! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @arden…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden explore the often forgotten French & Indian War! Join them as they look at what led to the war, who the major players were, and how it set the stage for the American Revolution! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden discuss the prolific life and tragic death of civil rights icon, Medgar Evers! Join them as they discuss his childhood, his activism, and how his tragic assassination prompted the first steps to be taken towards the Civil Rights Act! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_ste…
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In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous 13th amendment! Join them as they discuss the language of the amendment, the journey it took to become ratified, and why politicians wanted to make sure women were NOT included! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit …
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In this week’s special 250th episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden discuss one of their most treasured sources of information, The National Park Service! JJoin them as they discuss the NPS history, what types of sites they protect, and why they should be funded until the end of time! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine the landmark Supreme Court case, Mapp v Ohio! Join them as they discuss the facts of the case, what the decision was, and how Dollree Mapp is truly a legend! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsge…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden start the new year off look at the infamous Cuyahoga river fire! Join them as they discover the cause of the fire, the response of a very theatrical mayor, and how it impacted environmental protections for generations! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_ro…
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To celebrate the holidays, Lizzie and Arden are re-airing some of their favorite episodes of the year: In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden take a deep dive into the most deadly (and unknown) shipwreck in US history, the Sultana Disaster! Join them as they look at what caused the ship to sink, how the passengers escaped, an…
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To celebrate the holidays, Lizzie and Arden are re-airing some of their favorite episodes of the year: In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine one of America’s most intriguing crimes, the kidnapping of the Lindbergh baby! Join them as they learn about the facts of the case, what was in the thirteen ransom notes, and ho…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden do a deep dive into the United Service Organization or the USO! Join them as they discuss the history of the USO, the flaws of its early years, and what the organization does for troops today! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjuli…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden do a biopic on one of this nation's most interesting presidents, James A. Garfield! Join them as they look at his early life, the many careers he had leading up to the presidency, and why his death is still absolutely insane!!! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizz…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine the remarkable engineering wonder of the world, the Panama Canal! Join them as they discuss the rocky road of constructing the canal, how it impacted global trade, and why the US involvement was a littleeeeee questionable. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @l…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden give in to their obsession with pirates by doing a deep dive on the infamous Blackbeard! Join them as they discuss his rise to piracy, his epic downfall, and lament on how his life is not the subject of a television show yet! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden reflect of the history of the Vietnam Veterans War Memorial! Join them as they talk about its design and construction, the additions that have been made over time, and who you need to contact if you would like to add a family member! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical,…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden celebrate Lizzie’s upcoming honeymoon by doing a deep dive into Route 66! Join them as they discuss the history of the infamous highway, how it almost was lost forever, and the fun things to see along the way! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewar…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden indulge in one of history’s most notorious families, The Romanovs! Join them as they examine their rise to power, their epic downfall, and the role of one very interesting man named Rasputin! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulia…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden look at the event that gripped the nation, baby Jessica falling down a well! Join them as they examine how the accident occurred, the heroic rescue effort, and why Ronald Reagan should have been there! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine the landmark legislation, the Clean Water Act! Join them as they look at the history of the act, where it could be improved, and discover how all water is spiritually connected! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. O…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden take on another catastrophic fire, the great 1918 Minnesota fires! Join them as they examine what led to the fire, how extensive the damage was, and remind everyone that only YOU can prevent wildfires! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous Iranian hostage crisis! Join them as they discuss what led to the crisis, what the US response was, and how it took over 400 days to resolve?! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetc…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the Supreme Court case, Reynolds v United States! Join them as they talk about the facts of the case, how the justices could have gone a little further separate church and state, but how they were just really weirded out by polygamy! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @lets…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden continue their New Deal series by examining the Bureau of Reclamation! Join them as the look at the history of the bureau, how the New Deal brought it back to life, and why hydroelectric power is the answer! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart,…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden take a look at the fascinating history of one of America’s most iconic figures, Uncle Sam! Join them as they explore the origins of the image, how it evolved over the years, and how all roads lead back to Troy, New York. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden take a look at the history of our very own flag, the stars and stripes! Join them as the discuss the history of our national flag, how it developed over the years, and why Betsy Ross may have just been a myth?! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewa…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden explore the landmark Supreme Court case, Tinker v. Des Moines! Join them as they discuss the facts of the case, the extremely questionable dissents, and why you can’t put restrictions on when you have your first amendment rights! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @li…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine the notorious execution of Nicola Sacco and Bartolomeo Vanzetti! Join them as they explore the crime itself, the extremely sensational trial, and how the case has continued to be investigated! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @a…
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In this week’s special birthday episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden celebrate by exploring the Search for Extraterrestrial Intelligence aka SETI! Join them as they look at the history of SETI, how it has evolved over the years, and what the future of the search looks like! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_th…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden finally do the episode you’ve all been waiting for - NASA! Join them as they look at the history of NASA, the famous missions it’s completed, and what they’ve got cooking for the future! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. …
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine the horrible tragedy of the New Orleans Massacre. Join them as they discover what led up to the violence, how President Andrew Johnson is still one of the worst things to happen to this country, and ultimately discover how much history is cyclical. Follow us on Twitter and Instag…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the Americans with Disabilities Act or the ADA! Join them as they talk about who and what it protects, discuss how it was passed with the help of the Capitol Crawl, and take the NYC MTA to TASK! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, a…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine the REALLY questionable Alien and Sedition Acts of 1798! Join them as they look at the origins of the acts, what the legal ramifications were, and why John Adams really needed to get a thicker skin! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, …
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden explore the high drama of the duel between Alexander Hamilton and Aaron Burr! Join them as they examine what led these two men to hate each other, the rules of dueling, and why Aaron Burr really did Alexander Hamilton dirty by shooting him! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetc…
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In this week’s (cursed) episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden dive into the decades long mystery of the disappearance of Amelia Earhart! Join them as they explore her incredible aviation career, the many conspiracies surrounding her disappearance, and listen in as the episode is interrupted by what they believe to be is her spirit! Follow …
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden explore some of the unsung American shipwrecks! Join them as they look at shipwrecks that have been lost to history, one very impressive submarine rescue, and ultimately discuss why you should never mess with the ocean! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_r…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden investigate the Pentagon Papers! Join them as they talk about what was in them, why Daniel Elsberg was desperate to get them published, and why Nixon thought they weren’t a big deal! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or v…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine the landmark Supreme Court case, Loving v. Virginia! Join them as they look at the facts of the case, what led up to this landmark decision, and how it paved the way for future decisions on marriage equality! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock…
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden dive into the extremely controversial figure, J. Edgar Hoover! Join them as they discuss his rise to power, all of the very questionable things he did, and how ultimately his secretary saved his reputation! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, …
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In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden explore an American engineering wonder, the Interstate Highway System! Join them as they look at what life was like before the development of the IHS, what the main concerns were in building it, and how a 62 day caravan led Dwight D. Eisenhower made this his personal mission! Follow us o…
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