Election Connection

Election Connection

Election Connection

Episodes 31
Avg. Duration 34m
Activity Dormant
Since Feb 2024
Latest Episode Feb 2025

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Every 2 Weeks
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About This Podcast

Your source for all your election related questions. We are Elections, Voting and Democracy 101. Consider us your go-to spot for answers to all your questions about the basics of the democratic process in the United States. Each episode will feature a single topic and break it down — so that you can know it better and understand why it’s important.... By equipping you with this knowledge, we hope to make it easier for you to be a participate in the democratic process.

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Episode 31: Congress to Campus 2025: Annie Kuster and Christopher Shays

Feb 26, 2025 1h 1m

We sit down with two former members of Congress, Annie McLane Kuster, a Democrat from New Hampshire’s second district, who served six terms in the United States House of Representatives from 2013 to…

Episode 30: Bridging the Gap: Racial Equity and Community in Boston with Councilor Enrique Pepén

Jan 30, 2025 52m

We sit down with Boston City Councilor Enrique Pepén to discuss the crucial strides and ongoing hurdles in advancing racial equity within Boston. Councilor Pepén, the first in his family to attend…

Episode 29: US Foreign Policy in 2025 and Beyond

Dec 19, 2024 33m

In this episode, we are joined by Dr. Miguel Rodrigues, a retired U.S. diplomat and scholar, to explore the complexities of U.S. foreign policy. The discussion covers critical geopolitical conflicts…

S1E28 Episode 28: After the Votes: Analyzing the Trump Win and the Harris Loss

Nov 13, 2024 30m

In this episode, we analyze the election results that saw Donald Trump win, exploring the implications for various populations and American democracy. We discuss factors like President Biden's low…

Episode 27: Unpacking Immigration Policy in the 2024 Presidential Race

Oct 31, 2024 48m

In this episode, we examine one of the pivotal issues of the 2024 election: immigration. Our guest, Ragini Shah, Clinical Professor of Law and director of the Immigrant Justice Clinic at Suffolk Law…

Episode 26: Getting Ready to Vote!

Oct 24, 2024 24m

This one’s for you first time voters (and for anyone who wants a refresher)! Why do we call it a “polling location”? What is a ward and precinct? We get into the weeds of election vocabulary and help…

Episode 25: Unpacking the Economic Plans of the 2024 Presidential Candidates with Jonathan Haughton

Oct 16, 2024 1h

In this episode, we discuss what voters say is the most important in this election – The Economy. We are joined by Professor Emeritus Jonathan Haughton, the former chair of the Economic Department at…

Episode 24: Unpacking the 2024 Massachusetts Ballot Questions

Oct 10, 2024 41m

We welcome Evan Horowitz, the Executive Director of the Center for State Policy Analysis, (cSPA) at Tufts University to help us understand the 5 ballot questions that voters will decide on Election…

Episode 23: The Only Vice Presidential Debate of 2024

Oct 04, 2024 26m

In this episode, we discuss the Vice-Presidential debate between Tim Walz and JD Vance. We examine the content and form of the debate, and how it is likely to affect the voters in November.

Episode 22: LGBTQ+ and Political Power

Oct 01, 2024 58m

In this episode, hosts Rachael Cobb and Shoshana Madmoni-Gerber in conversation with Polly Crozier, Director of Family Advocacy at GLBTQ Legal Advocates & Defenders (GLAD), and…

Episode 21: Political Reporting and Navigating Misinformation

Sep 24, 2024 56m

In this episode, “live from the classroom,” hosts Rachael and Shoshana Madmoni-Gerber in conversation with Political Communication  Professor Bob Rosenthal. They discuss the challenges of…

Episode 20: Celebrating National Voter Registration Day!

Sep 20, 2024 21m

We’re celebrating National Voter Registration Day and talking all things registering to vote. Curious about what a civic holiday is? Interested in learning more about registering to vote? Welcome to…

Episode 19: The Harris Trump September Debate: Any Impact?

Sep 14, 2024 36m

In this episode, we discuss the Harris-Trump September debate. We examine the content and form of the debate. Will it have any impact on whether people vote?

Episode 18: Listener Questions

Aug 26, 2024 40m

In this episode, we tackle listeners’ questions. All your questions about elections, party conventions, and voting are answered.

Episode 17: The Election Heroes that Make Democracy Work: Poll Workers

Aug 13, 2024 24m

In this episode, we explore the crucial role of poll workers, Election Day Heroes in the electoral process. Over 8,000 local jurisdictions rely on temporary yet vital workers to facilitate smooth…

S1E16 Episode 16: We’re All-In! Empowering Campus Democracy

Jul 30, 2024 38m

In this episode, we interview Stephanie King, the Senior Director of Strategic Initiatives at the All-In Campus Democracy Challenge. We discuss voting on college campuses and what colleges across the…

S1E15 Episode 15: Election Season – The Debate about the Debate

Jul 18, 2024 35m

This episode highlights the aftermath of the first Democratic presidential debateand what is being investigated as an assassination attempt against former President Trump. We discuss the potential…

S1E14 Episode 14: Election Season - Summer Update

Jun 27, 2024 25m

This episode gives listeners current news updates on where we are in the election cycle. We highlight recent political and legal developments and how they are likely to affect voters and the election…

S1E13 Episode 13: Listener Questions Special Bonus Edition

May 07, 2024 28m Bonus

In this episode, we continue to tackle listeners’ questions, especially focusing on the power and challenges of the youth vote.

S1E12 Episode 12: Listener Questions!

May 01, 2024 25m

In this episode, we tackle listeners’ questions. All your questions about election and voting are answered! Want to understand Rank Choice Voting? Proposals to reform the Electoral College?…

Frequently Asked Questions

How many episodes does Election Connection have?

Election Connection has published 31 episodes since February 2024, covering topics in News, Politics.

Is Election Connection still active?

Election Connection is currently dormant with new episodes every 2 weeks. Average episode length is 34m.

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