Scholars Strategy Network's No Jargon

Scholars Strategy Network's No Jargon

The Scholars Strategy Network

Episodes 316
Avg. Duration 26m
Activity Highly Active
Apple Rating 4.7 (210)
Since Oct 2015
Latest Episode May 2026

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Every 2 Weeks
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75%
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No Jargon, the Scholars Strategy Network's bi-weekly podcast, presents interviews with top university scholars on the politics, policy problems, and social issues facing the nation. Powerful research, intriguing perspectives -- and no jargon. Find show notes and plain-language research briefs on hundreds of topics at https://scholars.org/podcast.

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Recent Episodes

Episode 299: Can Cash Improve Pregnancy Outcomes?

May 12, 2026 26m

Pregnancy is often treated as a personal responsibility, but the effects don't stay personal. When expectant parents can't afford basics like stable housing or healthy food, it can have ripple…

Episode 298: The Fight Over Climate Rules

Apr 28, 2026 34m

The EPA's 2009 Greenhouse Gas Endangerment Finding has been the legal foundation for U.S. climate regulation under the Clean Air Act for over a decade. In February, the Trump administration repealed…

Episode 297: New Rules for College Admissions

Apr 14, 2026 45m

By now, most students who applied to college for the fall semester have received their decisions, bringing a mix of emotions, from excitement and relief to disappointment and uncertainty. For many,…

Episode 296: The Politics of What We Eat

Mar 31, 2026 42m

Nutrition policy is back in the spotlight. Under Health and Human Services Secretary Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s "Make America Healthy Again" agenda, the federal government has been especially vocal…

Episode 295: The Affordable Housing Myth

Mar 17, 2026 35m

Housing costs keep rising across the United States, and policymakers are scrambling for solutions. In Congress, policymakers from across the aisle are advancing legislation aimed at encouraging more…

Episode 294: What Did We Learn From Covid?

Mar 03, 2026 35m

Six years after the World Health Organization declared Covid-19 a global emergency, are we any better prepared for the next pandemic? Professor Joseph Harris reflects on what Covid revealed about the…

Episode 293: Haiti and the Weight of Uncertainty

Feb 17, 2026 38m

Haitians living in the U.S. under Temporary Protected Status (TPS) are once again facing uncertainty. Though a federal judge intervened just a day before the Trump administration was set to end TPS…

Episode 292: When Tariffs Hit Home

Feb 03, 2026 30m

A year into President Trump's second term, tariffs and trade disputes have once again become central to U.S. economic policy. Professor Menzie Chinn looks back at the biggest economic trends of the…

Episode 291: The Ripple Effects of Attacks on Higher Education

Jan 20, 2026 31m

The Trump administration has made changes to how the federal government approaches diversity, equity, and inclusion programs, using executive actions, funding rules, and legal challenges that are…

Episode 290: When Nonprofits Can't Count on Washington

Dec 16, 2025 31m

As we head into the holiday season, many nonprofits are entering their busiest time of year while uncertainty around government funding continues to loom. Professor Dyana Mason explains how President…

Episode 289: The Rising Costs of Healthcare

Dec 02, 2025 41m

In the wake of the longest government shutdown in U.S. history, millions of Americans are left wondering what comes next for their healthcare. Professor Miranda Yaver breaks down what fueled the…

Episode 288: Recognizing Defendants' Disabilities

Nov 18, 2025 37m

The criminal legal system often misunderstands—and mishandles—people with intellectual disabilities. Law professor Katie Kronick explains how and why these individuals so often fall through the…

Episode 287: Why Local Elections Matter

Nov 04, 2025 37m

This Election Day is the perfect moment to look beyond the national headlines and focus on what's happening closer to home. As Americans head to the polls, Professor Brian Adams breaks down why state…

Episode 286: The Past, Present, and Future of Reproductive Care

Oct 21, 2025 39m

As access to abortion and contraception are curtailed across much of the U.S., Professor Lina-Maria Murillo explains that today's reproductive rights debates are part of a much longer story. Her…

Episode 285: The Big Business of Immigration Detention

Oct 07, 2025 37m

The number of people held in immigration detention centers in the U.S. has exploded in recent years, reaching record highs under multiple administrations. And thanks to the Republican-led budget bill…

Episode 284: The New Reality of College Debt

Sep 23, 2025 26m

Student loans are shaping the college experience more than ever. As tuition rises and financial aid rules keep changing, more students are taking on college debt. Professor Monnica Chan explains…

Episode 283: How Maps Decide Elections

Aug 26, 2025 36m

Political maps decide who has a voice in government, and who doesn't. And right now, big legal battles in Texas and California are putting redistricting in the spotlight. Professor Michael Latner…

Episode 282: The Unequal Costs of Climate Change

Aug 12, 2025 39m

In the U.S., 2025 began with devastating wildfires in Los Angeles, followed by hundreds of tornadoes across the central states, and has recently been marked by catastrophic flooding in Texas and…

Episode 281: When the Safety Net Shrinks

Jul 29, 2025 33m

On July 4, President Trump signed a sweeping new law that makes major changes to the social safety net—with serious consequences for families and children. Child and family policy expert Professor…

Episode 280: Is the Drop in Gun Violence at Risk?

Jul 15, 2025 42m

Gun violence is down, but you wouldn't know it from the headlines. This progress didn't happen by accident—it's at least partially the result of smart, targeted strategies that address the root…

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