Shows
The Gov Guys PodcastGov Guys Election 2024 UpdateIs this thing still on? It's been a while, chat! Crowder and Hertzler take some time to catch up on the biggest election stories for 2024. It's been a whirlwind... and there's still a month to go!2024-10-051h 00
The Gov Guys PodcastSpoiler Alert! Third PartiesThe Gov Guys discuss third parties. In our traditional two-party system, can another party really come in and make an impact? We look at some memorable third party moments as well as some of the barriers that prevent them from becoming mainstream.2024-02-1036 min
The Gov Guys PodcastWhatAStrangeGov Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Parties: Sectionalism and Tribalism in AmericaCrowder and Hertzler talk about the formation, function, and history of political parties in the United States. This episode is more packed than an omnibus bill... and it's already a little dated, as we discuss the 3-week-long opening of the Speaker of the House position2023-11-061h 41
The Gov Guys PodcastThe Bourne Ideology: How Your Political Beliefs are CreatedThe Gov Guys trace how people establish their own political beliefs, what political ideologies are common in the United States, and how public opinions are collected and become policy.2023-03-2553 min
The Gov Guys PodcastThe Equalizer (Not Denzel): The 14th AmendmentThe Gov Guys talk about the most important amendment outside of the Bill of Rights! What is Due Process? What is Equal Protection? How does the 14th Amendment expand our understanding of the Bill of Rights? At what point is this question trope worn out? The Gov Guys are going to need some help on this one!2023-02-1138 min
The Gov Guys PodcastThe Right(s) Stuff: The Bill of RightsHertzler and Crowder discuss the first ten Amendments to the US Constitution, better known as the Bill of Rights. Crowder's voice is barely holding on, but if Michael Jordan can put up 38 points in his famous "Flu Game," then Crowder will have to settle in and risk it all. We're talking Civil Liberties here, so you have the right to remain silent... and listen to this episode.2023-02-071h 03
The Gov Guys PodcastCaptain 'Murica: The First AmendmentThe Gov Guys take a look at the first amendment! What is protected by the Constitution and what is not? The term "finagling" comes up a few times for unknown reasons. It's a good one, guys!2023-01-2445 min
The Gov Guys PodcastThe Wolves of Washington: The Bureaucracy The Gov Guys take a look at the Bureaucracy. What is it? What does it do? How does it work? Why is it controversial? That's a lot of questions--we might need some help on this one!Special Guest: Dan Roseman2022-12-2346 min
The Gov Guys PodcastThe Good, the Bad, and the Ugly- Part 3: The Judicial BranchThe Gov Guys discuss the Judicial Branch2022-12-141h 05
The Gov Guys PodcastThe Good, the Bad, and the Ugly- Part 2: The Executive BranchThe Gov Guys look at the President, the Presidential Cabinet, the Bureaucracy, and all of the roles that the Executive Branch takes on! Crowder does a few impressions (badly), Hertzler sneaks in yet another T. Swift quote, and the Guys give some much needed Gerald Ford Trivia. It's something!2022-12-0758 min
The Gov Guys PodcastThe Good, the Bad, and the Ugly- Part 1: The Legislative BranchThe GovGuys discuss the structure and powers of Congress, as well as Congressional Behaviors that have made Americans into haters. 2022-11-161h 16
The Gov Guys PodcastAttack of the Feds?: Federalism and YouThe GovGuys break down Federalism, how the balance of Federal and State Power has changed over time, and some ways federalism impacts you!2022-11-0446 min
The Gov Guys PodcastNational Treasure(s): The Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the US ConstitutionThe Gov Guys break down the Foundational Documents and discuss the winners and losers of the US Constitutional Convention2022-10-0351 min