Let's Get Civical

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden take a close look at one of the most tragic events of the 20th century, the Triangle Shirtwaist factory fire! Join them as they discuss the timeline of the fire, how there were no safety precautions in place, and what sweeping legislation passed in response to the terrible tragedy.  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: h...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden investigate the Stamp Act! Join them as they talk about what it taxed, why the colonists revolted, and how it ultimately led to the Revolutionary War!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizzie_the_rock_stewart/ Arden Walento...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden discuss the OG Covid-19, the Spanish Flu! Join them as they examine what led to the deadly outbreak, where the virus actually originated from, and how aspirin did a lot more harm than good!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden honor the anniversary of Bloody Sunday! Join them as they discuss what happened that day, the events leading up to the march from Selma to Montgomery, and who has become the first ever enemy of the show!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine one of America’s most puzzling crimes: the kidnapping of the Lindbergh baby! Join them as they learn about the facts of the case, what was in the thirteen ransom notes, and how this crime changed the future of investigations for decades to come!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lets...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden honor the life and legacy of the first best friend of the show, James Earl Carter Jr. Join them as they look at his early years, his presidency, and how he should be the north star for all future former presidents! Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  h...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine the mastermind behind modern electricity, Thomas Edison! Join them as they learn about his rise to fame, the many inventions he created, and how an elephant named Topsy deserves justice.  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.instagra...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden learn about the origins of the Boy Scouts of America! Join them as they discover the English origins of the Boy Scouts, how an evening of thick fog propelled the organization to the United States, and where the Boy Scouts of America stands today!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivi...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden explore the wild story of the attempted assassination of President Andrew Jackson! Join them as they explore the outrageous reasons the assassin had it out for Jackson, how a Bank War was involved, and discover what random historical figures pop up during this tale!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.insta...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden do a biopic on one of America’s most infamous figures, Benedict Arnold! Join them as they examine his early years, how he became a war hero, and what led him to turn against his native country! Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.instagram....

This week marks 200 episodes of Let’s Get Civical! To celebrate, Lizzie and Arden learn and laugh over some fun facts about our wackiest presidents! Thank you to everyone who has listened over the past 200 episodes - we love you so so much!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizzie_the...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden President Wilson’s 14 Points! Join them as they examine each point, discuss what was left out, and talk about the man himself - Lizzie’s arch nemesis! Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizzie_the_rock_stewart/ Arden Walentow...

In Let’s Get Civical’s first episode of 2023, Lizzie and Arden deep dive into the infamous and exhilarating discovery of King Tut’s tomb! Join them as they examine how the tomb was discovered, who the boy king was, and how other than having a good tomb, he really didn’t do anything notable!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewa...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the Great Chicago of 1871! Join them as they talk about the damage the fire caused, the cow that may have started it all, and the two dudes who should be to blame! Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizzie_the_rock...

To celebrate the holidays, Lizzie and Arden are re-airing some of their favorite episodes of the year: In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden examine the assassination of President Garfield! Join them as they look into the details of the crime, how the doctors really mismanaged the president’s health, and discover where the killer’s brain is still stored today!  Follow us on...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden get into the spirit of the season and talk about the Nobel Peace Prize! Join them as they talk about how the award came to be, the nominating process, and some notable laureates!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizzie_the...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden take to the friendly skies and explore the remarkable story of the Wright Brothers! Join them as they discover who Wilbur and Orville were, what obstacles they had to overcome with their aircraft invention, and what ultimately led to the first ever successful flight! Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.insta...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden deep dive into the wild world of McCarthyism! Join them as they look at the history of the Red Scare(s), how Joseph McCarthy was able to get so much influence, and the impact it has had on modern day politics!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade! Join them as they talk about the very first parade, how distressing animals was swapped for balloons, and Macy’s find-a-balloon-and-mail-it-back gimmic!   Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.in...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the sinking of the Lusitania! Join them as they talk about what led to her sinking, how the sinking (eventually) led to U.S. involvement in WWI, and how it is not Captain William Turner’s fault!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://w...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the Dust Bowl! Join them as they discover what led to the Dust Bowl, what happened to all the top soil, and what a black blizzard is!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizzie_the_rock_stewart/ Arden Walentowski I...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the 2022 midterms with political and data scientist Andrea Jones-Rooy! Join them as they talk about why midterm elections favor the party not in the presidency, what could happen if the Democratic and Republican Parties splintered, and what they think will happen in this year’s midterm elections!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the George Washington Bridge! Join them as they discuss, why she was built, who were the first people to cross her, adn how she’s all held together by a shoe! Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizzie_the_rock_stew...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden discuss the Cuban Missile Crisis! Join them as they talk about how the U.S. found out the Soviets had missiles in Cuba, why tensions were so high, and how the key to ending the crisis came through one unsuspecting reporter!  Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Ins...

In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden talk about the Great Chicago of 1871! Join them as they talk about the damage the fire caused, the cow that may have started it all, and the two dudes who should be to blame! Follow us on socials:  Let’s Get Civical  Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/letsgetcivical/ Lizzie Stewart Instagram:  https://www.instagram.com/lizzie_the_rock...