Chris Fluellen

Rooted in Politics

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Everything is rooted in politics. And everyone deserves to understand that. That’s why we’re making politics personal and relevant for all—because political literacy shouldn’t be confusing or exclusive. Tune in as Chris unpacks current events, politics basics, pop culture connections, and why it all matters (with clarity, context, and a little opinion here and there). Join the community by following us @rootedinpolitics (or @rootinpolitics on Twitter and YouTube) and visiting rootedinpolitics.com.

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Chris Fluellen

Episodes

Capstone Special: The Politics of Gun Violence Prevention 11.05.2026 12:38

In this podcast episode, I explore how gun violence survivors in Virginia feel about the politics that shape prevention and intervention efforts. I also examine how policy decisions around funding and legislation affect their sense of support and justice.

... And Why Should We Listen To You? 12.07.2025 14:19

Episode #2: I believe it’s important for people to know not just what they’re listening to and why, but also who they’re listening to and the story behind it. In this episode, I’m sharing a bit about myself, my background, and some fun facts you might not know. More importantly, I’m talking about the top three reasons why I started Rooted in Politics and why making politics personal and accessibl...

Here Lies Our Democracy...? 07.07.2025 12:14

Episode #1: Democracy in the United States is dying. Anyone who paid attention in history class could tell you that. I believe a major reason for our current political situation is a lack of political literacy, knowledge, and awareness. So, I created Rooted in Politics to help change that. In this episode, I’m talking about the basics of this new podcast and community: its mission, vision, and val...