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The Reframers Podcast
by The Reframers
Arguing with friends and family about politics is hard. New plan! Let’s reframe what it means to discuss and disagree, by talking and listening to each other
Episodes
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An AI Apple a Day
This episode, Zach discusses Apple and their lineup of AI Integrated devices. Are these devices a threat to your privacy? What capabilities does Apple promote? Are these devices right for you? We are going to discuss the details so you can make the call for yourself!
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With great POWER comes great (AI) responsibility
In this episode of The Reframers Podcast, we explore the critical issue of cybersecurity and its impact on our power grid. Zach delves into the potential consequences of cyberattacks, emphasizing how they can disrupt essential services such as hospitals, banks, and grocery stores. Unlike a…
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Spamming with the Phishes
I love fishing, but not this kind. This episode dives deep into the world of phishing scams, uncovering the various tactics attackers use to exploit human vulnerabilities. From classic email phishing to the dreaded smishing, Zach explains how these scams operate and why they are becoming...
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Hello World
Confused about AI? What's the difference between Deep Learning and Neural Networks? What is exactly a Large Language Model? This episode covers the history of AI and important terms we will encounter going forward. This serves as the AI 101 course for the rest of the podcast. Links:...
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Rebooting - Ep 1
Surprise! Thank you for all your support with the Reframers. Zach's back with a new show: New Domains! Support Erin: https://www.purecharity.com/fundraisers/ijm-legal-fellowship-for-erin?aff=nb28m Kassie's Business: https://www.kassandramaher.com/ Email me: [email protected]
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Special Episode! Midterm Election 2022
The Reframers discuss the situation heading into the midterm election of 2022. We cover who is up for re-election, discuss resources for finding out more about the election, and break down the Propositions that are on the ballot in California. It's a great episode to get you primed and ready to...
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Supreme Court Decisions 2022 Part1
In this week's episode, the Reframers take on some of the most important and controversial decisions released by the Supreme Court in 2022. We cover the Dobbs decision which overturned Roe v. Wade, as well as discussing the COVID mandate and an important EPA regulation being revoked. This is an...
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Reframing Policing in America
This week, the Reframers take on a much-requested topic, the police! As usual, we give the origins and development of policing in America, followed by a very intense discussion into the problems that we face by police, as well as the risks that we take by defunding the police. We each offer some...
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Reframing Unions in America
In this episode of the Reframers, we celebrate our 1 year of podcasting by talking about unions in America. We break down the different types of unions that exist, discuss the difference between public and private sector unions, and what some of the pros and cons of joining a union might be. This...
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Reframing Healthcare in America
We're talking about healthcare in America this week. We focus on: How do you get health insurance in the U.S? Why is it so expensive? Why do people disagree about how healthcare should work in the US? We're always striving to make any conversations on the Reframers a model for real-life...
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Reframing Critical Race Theory
This week we're discussing a current favorite buzzword by politicians and the media: CRT. Found in headlines on a weekly (daily) basis, the Reframers sit down to define CRT (Critical Race Theory), talk about what it ACTUALLY means, and break down why it might be a flawed debate in the first…
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Reframing Private Prisons
Welcome back to The Reframers! This week we’re discussing private prisons. Erin wants to know if Zach’s conservative leanings are going to influence his take. Kassie wants to know what a private prison even *is*…(did you know there was more than one kind of prison?) Join us as we break it all…
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Reframing the Russia-Ukrainian Conflict
This week on the Reframers Podcast we share our views on the War between Russia and Ukraine. We tackle three questions in the episode. 1. How did the situation get to where we are today? 2. What should the role of the United States be in the conflict? 3. What would have to happen to have the...
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Reframing Biden’s First Year as President
This week the Reframers review President Biden's first year in office. We discuss the administration's accomplishments, failures, and what we each would like to see for the rest of his term. We primarily discuss the economic, Covid, and foreign policy aspects of the past year. Listen now to see…
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Reframing The January 6th Insurrection
The Reframers hit the ground running for Season 2, reflecting on the January 6, 2020 insurrection and discussing the current congressional committee investigating the event. They talk about the atmosphere in the country leading up to January 6, including the Black Lives Matter protests, the...
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Season 2 Update
The Reframers provide an update on what to expect from Season 2! Tune in to see what to expect from your favorite political podcast, and learn about why a moose possibly saved America.
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Reframers Season 1 Finale
You're going to want to tune into this one. The Reframers take your questions and reflect on their favorite parts of Season 1. We discuss our favorite episodes, which argument we were most persuaded by, and we also give a sneak peek into what's in store for Season 2. Thank you for all your…
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Reframing Journalism
The Reframers are discussing journalism this week. We review the messy history of journalism going back to the founding, and how it has evolved over time. This episode is packed with discussion on the distrust of our media, the decline in print journalism, and how the United States relates to…
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Reframing Religion and Politics
"The Reframers discuss two off-limits topics: religion and politics. They examine the Founders' views on religion and whether the Constitution has religious influences. They also delve into the relationship of religion and politics today, tax exemptions for religious organizations, political...
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Special Producer‘s Choice Episode!
This week, our producer Kassie takes over the podcast and asks Zach and Erin questions, off the cuff! This was a fun episode to record and we think you will really enjoy this week's show. We cover 20+ questions and decide what political parties we would be in, IF, we had more than a two-party...
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Reframing Gun Control part 2
LISTEN TO PART ONE HERE We promised this one was coming! In Gun Control Part II, the Reframers pick up where they left off in Part I, diving into the problem of mass shootings in the United States and then getting specific about the kinds of legislative policies that they think are most effective...
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Reframing Climate Change
The Reframers talk about climate change and climate policy this week. This one gets a little heated! Join us as we discuss & debate what approaches are available in combating climate change, and how much human impact is actually a factor.
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Reframing the Death Penalty
This week one of the Reframers had a life-long wish fulfilled, listen to find out what it is! Once we geek out about that, we tackle the death penalty. We of course talk about the historical context of capital punishment in the United States and then share our feelings about it today. We spend…
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Reframing Separation of Powers
The Reframers discuss the separation of powers that is built into our system of government. We review the history of each branch and how they've evolved over time. Of course, each branch has its own unique set of powers, and the ability to check on the other branches' power. We drill down into…
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Reframing Tech Censorship
The Reframers tackle censorship in this week's episode. The discussion ranges from the origins of free speech and why it was important to the Founders, to the development of free speech in the U.S., to the Internet and what's happening with censorship today. They debate President Trump's social...
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Reflecting on Afghanistan
The Reframers take this week to reflect on the war in Afghanistan, the withdrawal under President Biden, and what it means for our country. We also discuss how we got involved in Afghanistan in the first place and give a context for American foreign policy dating back to the founding of the…
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Reframing Voting Rights Legislation
On the Reframers Podcast this week, we discuss the history of voting rights legislation in the United States and how we have expanded the right to vote over our nation's history. We also spend some time digging into the various voting bills that have been in the media from Georgia, and Texas. And...
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Reframing Student Loan Debt
In this week's episode, the Reframers discuss the Student Loan Debt crisis facing America. We dive into the value that the United States places on higher education as a function of democracy and provide a snapshot of the situation the nation faces and the impact that our debt has on the economy.…
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Reframing the Filibuster
In this episode of the Reframers Podcast, we discuss the Senate Filibuster. We talk about the crazy origins of the filibuster, its increased use in the modern political era, and how both Democrats and Republicans use this Senate Rule to their advantage. Does the filibuster increase bipartisan...
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Reframing COVID-19 PART 2
In Part 2 of this two-part discussion on Covid-19, the Reframers catch up on the last two months of the pandemic. They debate the effectiveness and necessity of mask mandates in light of the recent change in mask requirements for vaccinated, as well as unvaccinated people. They also discuss…
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Reframing COVID-19 PART 1
The Reframers reflect on the first year and a half of the COVID-19 pandemic. They discuss their personal experiences at the beginning of the lockdowns and then dig into some elements of the government's response over the last year and a half. They discuss the federal and state government…
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Reframing the War on Drugs
The Reframers dig into the complicated world of drugs. They trace the history of legal restrictions on various controlled substances, starting with an overview of prohibition in the 1920s and early 1930s and culminating with the current state of the “war on drugs” in the United States. They share...
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Reframing Gun Control
LISTEN TO GUN CONTROL PART 2 The Reframers discuss their views on gun control in the United States. They give an overview of the history of gun control legislation and the development of the law, and provide a background on gun vocabulary. They discuss the pros and cons of universal background...
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Reframing the Electoral College
The {Re}Framers tackle the Electoral College, giving history and background on how the Electoral College works, why the framers included it in the Constitution, and why it is controversial today. They discuss the pros and cons of a national popular vote and agree on the importance of making sure...
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Introduction to the Reframers
Welcome to the Reframers! Erin, Zach, and Kassie introduce themselves and their mission - to change the way we talk and think about politics. These three college friends set the stage for this project by highlighting the importance of respectful disagreement, with the goal of opening up the door…
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Arguing with friends and family about politics is hard. New plan! Let’s reframe what it means to discuss and disagree, by talking and listening to each other
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