Current Affairs Unfiltered

Keira Havens returns to Current Affairs Unfiltered to discuss the rapid growth of Citizens Impeachment's Courage Candidates and what their campaigns could mean for the future of the Democratic Party. We dive into how the organization recruits candidates, why they require a commitment to pursuing impeachment, and the policy priorities that unite their slate. Keira also explains Citizens Impeachment...

In this week's episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige breaks down the Senate's effort to rein in Trump's war powers in Iran and why the administration's latest deal looks surprisingly similar to the Obama-era agreement Republicans once condemned. She also examines the results of key New York primary elections and what they reveal about the future of the Democratic Party. Plus, a look at the...

In this episode, Paige sits down with fitness professional and health advocate Jenna to explore the growing intersection of wellness culture, misinformation, and politics. They discuss how seemingly harmless health journeys can sometimes lead people down the MAHA pipeline, why wellness influencers have become such powerful political messengers, and how to distinguish evidence-based advice from con...

Paige discusses recent political primaries in California and Iowa plus a sneak peak at the rest of June, the rise of centrism(and why they need to cut it out), FBI chaos and Trump being a sore loser, plus why you might need to separate the art from the artist in politics.    Follow me on Instagram! Subscribe to my Substack Learn more about Paige

In this episode, Paige sits down with veteran Democratic strategist and organizer Andrew Grossman to discuss the launch of Battleground Alliance and the strategy behind Democrats’ effort to flip the House. Grossman explains why field organizing, relational outreach, and early voter engagement still matter in an era dominated by digital media and political outrage cycles. The conversation explores...

In this episode, Paige discusses the last month(!!!) of breaking news, including the White House Correspondents dinner shooting, the influence of Trump on primaries, and the state of the Supreme Court's voting rights decisions. Plus! Why we actually might need to bring back USAID.  Follow me on Instagram! Subscribe to my Substack Learn more about Paige

In this conversation, Rich Barton, a fellow with Unite America, discusses the evolution and impact of primary elections on political polarization and governance. He explores how the Citizens United ruling has influenced campaign finance, the decline of party establishments, and the fear lawmakers have of being primaried. Barton advocates for open primaries as a solution to the current issues withi...

EPISODE RERELEASE!! This is an episode from way back when (before I truly figured out the audio on my mic so excuse the quality). BUT now that Overlap is released nationwide, it deserves to see the light of day once again. In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige is joined by Katya, the co-founder of Overlap—the app that's making civic engagement way less confusing and a lot more perso...

This week Paige sits down with John Beccia, a candidate for Congress in Massachusetts’s 6th District, to talk about what it means to run on working-class values in a chaotic political moment. John, a Lynnfield father and business leader, shares why he decided to step into politics and how his campaign is rooted in representing everyday people who feel ignored by Washington. Drawing on his backgrou...

Meet Savanna & Emily, co-founders of Pink Poster Club. Pink Poster Club is a grassroots organization founded in response to political frustration after Trump was inaugurated. They discuss the importance of community engagement, the role of art in activism, and the need to make activism joyful and approachable. Savanna and Emily offer the roadmap for community building and share insights on sus...

In this solo episode, Paige breaks down the escalating(descalating?)  conflict with Iran and the confusing back-and-forth coming from the Trump administration. After negotiations collapsed, the U.S. moved toward a naval blockade in the Strait of Hormuz, raising questions about escalation and what the actual strategy is. She also examines the latest wave of sex scandals and alleged crimes involving...

In this episode, Paige speaks with Keira Havens, executive director of Citizens Impeachment, about the growing grassroots push for impeachment and the role ordinary citizens play in holding elected officials accountable. Havens explains how citizen activism can pressure Congress to act, even when political institutions appear frozen by partisanship and political risk. The conversation also explore...

In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Liz Minnella comes on to help break down the chaotic Illinois 9th Congressional District primary and what it revealed about modern campaigning. We examine the role social media played in shaping narratives around the race and how online discourse often diverged from what voters were experiencing on the ground. We'll also look at the impact of massive...

In this conversation, Alan Bradstock, a candidate for Congress in Pennsylvania’s 14th Congressional District, discusses his extensive background in public service, including his time in the U.S. Army and the FBI, and how those experiences shaped his views on leadership, democracy, and the urgent need to rebuild trust in government. He emphasizes the importance of an economy that rewards hard work...

In this solo episode Paige breaks down a chaotic few weeks in global and domestic politics. She covers the escalating Iran-U.S.-Israel conflict and what it signals about leadership and risk. Closer to home, Paige walks through key primary elections in Illinois and Texas, a judge halting RFK Jr.’s vaccine overhaul, leadership instability within the government (aka Kristi Noem has a worse day than y...

In this episode, Paige is joined by Ishaan Srivastava, a 19-year-old political activist and host of The Ishaan S. Show, to talk about how young people are engaging with politics right now. Ishaan shares how he got involved at the local level, why grassroots activism still matters, and how those efforts can ripple into broader political change. The conversation explores the evolving role of politic...

Juan Castillo (Zoned Out Planner) delves into the complexities of zoning laws and their impact on housing, inequality, and urban planning. Juan explains the basics of zoning, its historical context, and how it has evolved to contribute to social disparities. The discussion highlights current trends in zoning reforms, the importance of public participation, and the role of local government in addre...

In this conversation, Ridge Knapp joins Paige to talk about his campaign for Illinois’s 13th State House District and why this moment demands new voices in state politics. Drawing on his background in organizing, policy, and Democratic leadership, Ridge explains how his generation experiences affordability, housing, and economic insecurity differently — and why those perspectives are missing in Sp...

Phil Andrews interview starts at: 25:49 This week, Paige breaks down Pam Bondi’s evasive congressional testimony to Kristi Noem’s growing ethical scandals. She examines the Washington Post layoffs and why billionaire ownership is hollowing out journalism rather than saving it. The episode also covers Trump’s overtly political speech at a military base and broader attacks on democratic governors. ...

State Senator Laura Fine joins the show for a deeply personal and powerful conversation about the moment her life changed forever — her husband’s catastrophic accident — and the long, painful journey that followed. She opens up about the impossible choices their family faced, from fighting with an unresponsive insurance system to navigating a maze of denials, delays, and bureaucratic indifference...

In this episode Paige walks through a month of headlines that feel both surreal and deeply alarming. From the seizure of Venezuelan leader Nicolás Maduro, to ongoing protests in Iran and the deadly consequences of empty U.S. threats, this episode examines the gap between rhetoric and reality. We'll also break down Donald Trump’s escalating foreign policy posturing on threats toward Greenland. Dome...

In this episode, Paige sits down with Sam Polan, who is running for Congress in Illinois’ 9th District, to unpack why the United States is at a defining crossroads and why the stakes for competent, steady leadership have never been higher. Together, they break down how we ended up in a moment where common sense feels scarce, expertise is undervalued, and political theatrics routinely drown out rea...

In this conversation, Denise Powell, candidate for Nebraska's 2nd district, discusses her transition from a corporate career to community advocacy, driven by political frustrations following the 2016 election. She founded 'Women Who Run Nebraska' to support women candidates and emphasizes the importance of community engagement in politics. Denise highlights the challenges facing Nebraskans, includ...

In this conversation, Matt. Maasdam, a former Navy SEAL and current congressional candidate for Michigan's 7th district, shares his journey from military service to politics. He discusses the importance of leadership, integrity, and compassion in both high-pressure situations and political environments. Matt emphasizes the need for affordable healthcare, the significance of collective bargaining f...

Care for the entire being, be a man or woman for others. In this conversation, Matt Conroy, candidate for Illinois’s 5th Congressional District, breaks down why the United States is falling behind countries like China when it comes to infrastructure, clean energy, and long-term economic planning. He argues that America’s biggest threat isn’t another nation, but our own refusal to update aging syst...