13 episodes

Two American teens venture out to rediscover the ethos of America and a dream which now seems so distant. In this podcast, they reflect on the nation’s past and present, seek out the long-dormant Jack and Diane, and search from the picket fence to the picket line in an effort to claim their slice of the American pie.

Picket Picket

    • Government
    • 5.0 • 23 Ratings

Two American teens venture out to rediscover the ethos of America and a dream which now seems so distant. In this podcast, they reflect on the nation’s past and present, seek out the long-dormant Jack and Diane, and search from the picket fence to the picket line in an effort to claim their slice of the American pie.

    Healthcare, COVID & Biden w/ Andy Slavitt

    Healthcare, COVID & Biden w/ Andy Slavitt

    Jake and Lorenzo, along with the help of White House Senior Advisor for the COVID-19 Response and host of the podcast “In the Bubble,” Andy Slavitt, examine the past, present, and future of America’s healthcare infrastructure in an interview from earlier this month. Tune in to this special “bridge” episode between seasons as they break down the pandemic, changing presidencies, and the future of our country itself.

    • 18 min
    How Broken Is The Senate? w/ Dr. Ross Baker

    How Broken Is The Senate? w/ Dr. Ross Baker

    Jake and Lorenzo consider the intentions of the constitution's framers and whether or not the upper body of our bicameral system behaves as intended. What’s wrong and what’re we gonna do about it? Joining them today is Dr. Ross Baker, Distinguished Professor of Political Science at Rutgers University, Member of the Board of Contributors at USA Today, and scholar of all things Senatorial.

    • 25 min
    Post Debate Discussion: w/ Jake and Lorenzo

    Post Debate Discussion: w/ Jake and Lorenzo

    Following the September 29th presidential debate, Jake and Lorenzo reflect on their conversation from Monday’s episode. What predictions came true? Find out on this special short edition of Picket. These are the key moments from an hour-long post-debate discussion.

    • 9 min
    Punching For The Presidency: Presidential Debates w/ Alan Schroeder

    Punching For The Presidency: Presidential Debates w/ Alan Schroeder

    Its time for the political Super Bowl, the presidential debates. Jake and Lorenzo hear from Alan Schroeder, Professor Emeritus at Northeastern, an expert on televised and presidential debates. Where we figure out what we can expect from the candidates, strengths and weaknesses, and much more.

    • 18 min
    The 51st: Puerto Rico? w/ Gov. Luis Fortuño

    The 51st: Puerto Rico? w/ Gov. Luis Fortuño

    It’s been over 60 years since we added a new state to the union. In the latest installment of Picket, Jake and Lorenzo discuss Puerto Rico’s lengthy fight for Statehood with Former Governor Luis Fortuño.

    • 28 min
    Buying Elections w/ Commissioner Weintraub

    Buying Elections w/ Commissioner Weintraub

    We may not be the ones deciding our elections. Jake and Lorenzo look into the “dark money” of America’s campaign finance system (among other topics) with the help of Federal Election Commissioner Ellen Weintraub.

    • 27 min

Customer Reviews

5.0 out of 5
23 Ratings

23 Ratings

Nancy Bellfast ,

Found you from the Herald!

I only have one word for you guys: WOW! My husband showed me an article about you in the Monterey Herald (I’m from Sand City) and I just had to listen! Lorenzo, Jake, you two are an impressive pair. I have no doubt you’ll change the world someday. Honestly, there’s no better way to spend my Wednesday morning drive to work than hearing your brilliant interviews and analysis.

angel___o ,

Very good podcast👍

10/10 I have found a podcast worthy enough to listen to while I game.

Sheppard Akef ,

Top Notch Podcast!

I first started listening with the Confederate Monument episode, which being from Arkansas, is something I’m very interested in. Then I just laughed at how funny these two hosts are, bouncing off each other, love weather in America!

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