This year "Independence" means something a bit more serious than fireworks and parades. 

Not since the early 1770's have we found our rights and freedoms so seriously challenged. 

We address that perilous threat in an updated version ofour George Washington episode. These are frightening, angry times, but we see hope in the massive and peaceful "No Kings" protests, where "We the People" showed a remarklable spirit of

community, civility, and solidarity.

That is the Mission of OURGENPOD.

Listen to Episode 27, with a dramatic reading of Washington's "Rules of Civility and Decent Behaviorin Company and Conversation" (with some portions censored

by pesky mice).