#SundayCivics

#SundayCivics


Latest Episodes

Episode 267: We Won’t Despair
December 10, 2024

In this episode, L. Joy emphasizes the importance of understanding who holds power at all levels of government, particularly as key caucuses, coalitions, and federal appointments shape policies. For the Do Now, she reminds us that despair is not a strateg

Episode 266: The Civic Power of Community
November 17, 2024

In this episode L. Joy highlights the value of local engagement by explaining the concept of "state engagement tables," where coalitions work together on various issues at the state level, supporting each other’s priorities year round. To break down this

Episode 265: Post Election Resilience
November 13, 2024

The outcome of the 2024 election has left so many of us feeling a mix of emotions, from disappointment to determination, but as L. Joy always says, civics doesnt begin and end of Election Day. In this weeks episode L. Joy offers a simple reassurance:

Episode 264: Election 2024 Closing Thoughts
November 04, 2024

We are hours away from the culmination of the 2024 election season and L. Joy invites the Sunday Civics community to the front of the class to share closing thoughts before Election Day. She begins with a heartfelt open letter of appreciation to poll wor

Episode 263: College Uncovered
November 04, 2024

In the latest episode L. Joy dives into the intense political conflicts occurring on college campuses across the country. Joined at the front of the class by Kirk Karaza and John Marcus, hosts of NPR's 'College Uncovered' podcast, they discuss protests de

Episode 262: Voting When You're Not Excited
October 10, 2024

With election day fast approaching, L. Joy opens up a challenging conversationwhat to do when none of the candidates for an elected office inspires you or align perfectly with your views. Last weeks episode addressed voter apathy and how to respond to d

Episode 261: Combating Voter Apathy
October 10, 2024

This episode of Sunday Civics, L. Joy tackles voter apathy. Its an issue that arises every election season but is relevant year-round. She addresses common myths that fuel political disengagement and explains why participation in elections at all levels

Episode 260: Get Vote Ready
October 10, 2024

The Get Vote Ready: A Journal for the Empowered Voter is here! The journal is designed as a comprehensive guide to help voters stay informed, organized, and empowered not just for the current election, but for future elections as well. It covers everyth

Episode 259: A New Chicago School Board
October 10, 2024

With early voting starting soon in several states, she encourages listeners to develop a voting plan tailored to their needswhether voting by mail, early in-person, or on election day. L. Joy emphasizes the importance of researching state-specific voting

Episode 258: The Family
October 08, 2024

As we look ahead to the upcoming election cycle, its clear that now, more than ever, civic engagement is crucial. In this episode L. Joy focuses on key issues impacting families during the election cycle. Guests at the front of the class include Monifa B