Ruby Mathew

Treaties and Trials

Kids EN ↓ 12 episodes

Treaties and Trials is a youth-led podcast (and blog) made specifically for teens! For those curious about law, international relations, or global affairs, this is the place to be. Led by Model UN club president, Ruby, each episode is a new opportunity to learn and form your OWN opinions because this isn't just a podcast; it's a global conversation.

Author

Ruby Mathew

Category

Kids

Latest episode

Jul 7, 2026

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Episodes

A Dive Into the History of the 14th Amendment and Birthright Citizenship 07.07.2026

Are foreigners born from immigrant parents entitled to birthright citizenship? Is political divide getting in the way of changing constitutional amendments? What is originalism? These are the questions Ruby answers in Episode 12 of Treaties and Trials, addressing the recent Trump v Barbara Supreme Court case from a historical lens. *NOTE: At 1:48 and 2:48, Ruby meant to say "immigrants' children"...

Getting Involved in Politics as a Teen 26.05.2026

In this episode, Ruby is joined by a guest, Rania, and the two discuss how to get involved in politics as a teen. This episode also introduces a new opportunity for youth to directly get involved in Treaties and Trials.

Veto Power in the Security Council 15.10.2025

In this episode of Treaties and Trials, Ruby explores the power of veto in the Security Council. We discuss how the permanent members of the United Nations' Security Council have possibly exploited veto to boost their own interests.

What is the Rule of Law? 06.10.2025

In this episode, the Treaties and Trials podcast introduces October's theme: Power Imbalances in Society. Ruby explores what the rule of law really means and how it can be broken.

In the Midst of Globalization: Economics and Politics 28.09.2025

In the final episode of the September Globalization series, Ruby explores how economics and politics have been transformed by the world's interconnectedness.

In the Midst of Globalization: Inventions and Demographics 20.09.2025

In this episode, we talk about the rapidly rising population and discuss the effects of having so many people on Earth. This is just one part of the September series, which asks: is globalization good or bad?

In the Midst of Globalization: Individualism 13.09.2025

In this episode, Ruby explores how globalization has created a society with greatly individualistic behaviors. This episode is one of September 2025's globalization series, setting the stage to answer the question: is globalization good or bad?

In the Midst of Globalization: Language and Culture 06.09.2025

In this episode, Ruby introduces September's topic of discussion: globalization! We explore how globalization has affected language and culture as a whole, on the quest to answer the question: is globalization good or bad?

All About the UN 06.09.2025

In this episode, Ruby delves into the history, goals, and misconceptions of the UN!

What is International Relations? 23.08.2025

This episode delves into what International Relations means (in simpler terms) and why it is important to be aware of global affairs. Ruby also talks about some common misconceptions surrounding the UN.

Law for Dummies 23.08.2025

In this episode, Ruby goes into how there are many different types of law, pathways to a legal career, and how minors can use knowledge of the law in sticky situations.

Intro to Treaties and Trials Podcast 18.07.2025

In this episode, Ruby introduces herself and the future of the podcast. It also goes into ways teens and high school students can involve themselves in extracurriculars related to international relations or law, in school and outside of school. music by Music for Makers

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