Inform Yourself

Feeling overwhelmed by the news but want to stay connected? Here is a list of news sources that will keep you informed on important topics without (hopefully) overwhelming you. And articles to inspire and inform.

 

PODCASTS

"News. With Swearing.
The Daily Beans is a women-owned and operated progressive news podcast for your morning commute brought to you by the webby award-winning hosts of Mueller, She Wrote. Get your social justice and political news with just the right amount of snark."

We HIGHLY recommend these ladies. Not only are they well-informed, but they end each show with a "Good News" section, to uplift and inspire. 

“Working to save democracy through a no-nonsense, everywoman approach to understanding politics.”

"American Democracy is not promised, and with all the forces working against it, saving it will take a level of work most people aren't ready for. The Politics Girl Podcast is here to give people a reason to care and a reason to fight."

"Marc Elias and Paige Moskowitz cover the latest in voting rights, redistricting and democracy. With help from special guests, Defending Democracy brings you the info you need to know."

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"Historians are fond of saying that the past doesn’t repeat itself; it rhymes.

To understand the present, we have to understand how we got here.

That’s where this podcast comes in.

Heather Cox Richardson is a professor of American history. This is a chronicle of today’s political landscape, but because you can’t get a grip on today’s politics without an outline of America’s Constitution, and laws, and the economy, and social customs, this newsletter explores what it means, and what it has meant, to be an American.."

“Noel Casler is known for offering sharp political commentary, especially regarding the intersection of entertainment, media, and politics. As a former comedian and behind-the-scenes figure in the entertainment industry (having worked on "The Apprentice" with Donald Trump), he often offers unique perspectives on political events, especially those surrounding Trump's presidency, the Republican Party, and U.S. politics in general. His insights often focus on the behavior of politicians, how media influences politics, and the cultural dynamics that shape political discourse.”

"Listen to the PBS News Hour program in its entirety, including updates, in-depth reports, interviews and analysis, all featuring our senior correspondents."

Why PBS? 

"Since the mid-2000s, Roper Opinion Research polls commissioned by PBS have consistently placed the service as the most-trusted national institution in the United States."

"“Each week, Stacey will break down the biggest issues we face into digestible, actionable items, introduce us to the warriors for good already working towards solutions, strategize, and share tangible ways to get involved. Because we can't fix everything, everywhere, all at once; but we can each do something, somewhere, soon."

“Glenn brings analysis and insight to current legal issues, drawing from his 30 years as a federal prosecutor, homicide prosecutor, and Army JAG.”

"TALKING FEDS is a roundtable discussion that brings together prominent former government officials, journalists, and special guests for a dynamic and in-depth analysis of the most pressing questions in law and politics."

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