More Perfect Union - WFPR

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent shooting of Ralph Yarl, a black teen from Kansas City, who was shot after going to the wrong address. They talk over self defense and firearms, the dangers and responsibilities of being a firearm owner, what can be done to mitigate shootings like this from happening in the future and more.

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent trial around Trump's Indictment; going over the details that have happened so far, what we know about the case, how the state of New York is handling it and more.

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent trial around Trump's Indictment; going over the details that have happened so far, what we know about a possible Trump arrest, what this would mean for the Republican party, how this is similar to Ronald Reagan and much more.

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss "woke" culture, the movement towards progressive principles, how members of the Republican party like Donald Trump have built a platform around anti-wokeness, the anti-war speech coming from the right regarding Ukraine and more.

In this episode, the group is joined by new Dean College president Dr. Kenneth Elmore, to discuss the current state of education in the United States; where has modern education improved, what could use improving, is diversity being addressed, and much more.

In this episode, the group sits down to talk about the growing problem surrounding gun violence; why this keeps happening, the false conflation between mental health and shootings, what steps need to be taken to mitigate violence, and what the future looks like.

In this episode, the group sits down to talk about the recent State of The Union Address from President Biden, what issues he addressed, what things still face the country, Biden's ability to run again for president in 2024 and much more.

In this episode, the group sits down to talk about black history month and the recent killing of Tyre Nichols in Memphis. What happened at the traffic stop, why police reform is so necessary, what it means to be African American in today's America and much more.

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss how congress currently functions, the left vs. right dynamic that's only gotten worse over the years, the past Legislative Reorganization Acts of 1946 and 1970, and what another modern version of that act might entail if passed today.

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss Martin Luther King Jr. Day, our countries history with civil rights, where we've been versus where we are now, the work we still have to do, the criticism around the new MLK statue in Boston and more.

In this episode, the group is joined by More Perfect Union founder Frank Falvey, to discuss the place of ethics in politics, whether or not there needs to be an ethics test for congress members, the current scandal around George Santos and embezzlement and much more.

In this episode, the group discusses the problem republican's are having appointing a house speaker, how congress works, why this is holding up session, the democratic party's reaction, and so much more.

In this episode, the group continues reflecting on this past year's episodes, diving back into topics such as The Supreme Court, Women's Rights, Gun Laws & Uvalde, Clean Energy and more, bringing in clips from past episodes and guests such as Peter Canellos (author of The Great Disenter), Jesse Mermell (Democratic Candidate for Congress) and Bob and Stavroula McQuarrie (firearms trainers and s...

In this episode, the group reflects on this past year's episodes, diving back into topics such as The Supreme Court, Women's Rights, Gun Laws & Uvalde, Clean Energy and more, bringing in clips from past episodes and guests such as Peter Canellos (author of The Great Disenter), Jesse Mermell (Democratic Candidate for Congress) and Bob and Stavroula McQuarrie (firearms trainers and specialists).

In this episode, the group is joined by Karen Ward and Scott O'Brian, to talk about registered apprenticeships, what happens, the evolving landscape, being prepared to enter the workforce and so much more.

In this episode, the group is joined by Emerson Claus, long time home builder and Clean Heat Commission member, to continue their discussion on apprenticeships, how they're useful in the trades as well as the rest of the working world, the on-the-job experiences one gains in them and so much more.

In this episode, the group discusses apprenticeships. The differences between apprenticeships and mentorships, the laws in Massachusetts around them, the value of colleges and the requirement of getting an apprenticeship, workplace experiences and much more.

In this episode, the group discusses the recent 2022 election results; Jeff Roy's reelection to the state house, Maura Healey taking over as Massachusetts's first female state governor as well as being the first openly lesbian governor in the United States, the underwhelming red wave that was predicted to come as a result of this election and the future of the U.S. from here.

In this episode, the group discusses the ballot questions in the upcoming election; what each one is, what a yes and no vote for each means, and the possible outcomes for the different results.

In this episode, the group discusses Jury Duty; how the system works, their personal experiences and stories with the court system, how a jury reaches a decision and so much more.

In this episode, the group sit down with MPU founder Frank Falvey to discuss the recent move from governor DeSantis of transporting 50 immigrants to Martha's Vineyard, the ethics & thought process behind this action, the current immigration system, the 2022 election, how immigrants are treated in America, and what the future of immigration might look like.

In this episode, the group continues their discussion of the recent passing of Queen Elizabeth II, what this means for the UK, what the future of the monarchy might look like, the pros and cons of a monarchy, the differences between US and UK politics and much more.

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the recent passing of Queen Elizabeth II, what this means for the UK, what the future of the monarchy might look like, the pros and cons of a monarchy, the differences between US and UK politics and much more.

In this episode, the group sits down to discuss the importance of Labor Day, how Unions help workers, current worker conditions and how we can better care for workers, the decline in unions and much more.

In this episode, the group continues their discussion with Ted McIntyre, Franklin Resident and Climate Activist, to discuss the climate change situation and Jeff Roy's recent victory on Beacon Hill for climate change activism in Massachusetts. This episode is part two of a two-part conversation with Ted McIntyre on climate change in Massachusetts.