Pod-Cast Your Vote

Women's History Month Part Two: A Conversation With Cynthia Richie Terrell Apr 25, 2022

In this second part to Women's History Month (because at PYV, every month is Women's History Month), Shreya and Tamia sit down with the Founder and Executive Director of the Nonprofit, Represent Women. From ranked choice voting to the future of women's representation, this informative episode has it all. Tune in and celebrate Women's History Month (in April) with us!

NAME A WOMAN: Shreya and Tamia Talk Women in Voting for WHM Mar 18, 2022

It’s Women's History Month and Shreya and Tamia are excited to celebrate the iconic question asked by women’s rights icon Billy Eichner: Name a woman! No, but seriously- This episode, Shreya and Tamia share about incredible women in voting who came before them! Tune into this special minisode in our two-part Women's History Month series where we talk about two inspiring women in voting.

Dark Money with Jay Heck Jan 21, 2022

Tamia and Shreya join in conversation with Jay Heck from Common Cause Wisconsin to discuss the impact of dark money in Wisconsin politics.

Redistricting with Professor Barry Burden Nov 12, 2021

Welcome to the newest episode of Pod-Cast Your Vote. This week, Shreya and Tamia sat down with UW-Madison Professor Barry Burden to discuss topics surrounding redistricting in Wisconsin. Ever wondered exactly what redistricting is? What are the consequences? How does it differ at the state and local levels? Well, we cover all these pressing questions and more with our incredible guest. Make sure to tune in to this episode, and we hope you enjoy!

Period Poverty with Frankie Frank Oct 29, 2021

In this episode, Shreya and Tamia sit down with UW lecturer, Frankie Frank, to discuss issues related to menstruation, period poverty, and policymaking. A lesser known policy issue which has been stigmatized and avoided, Shreya and Tamia were incredibly excited to delve into this difficult conversation and encourage more discourse surrounding traditionally uncomfortable topics.

Welcome Back to PYV: Summer Recap! Oct 15, 2021

Tamia and Shreya join in a discussion about what some of the summer's major election news and a glimpse at what is coming up this fall for a quick and informative PYV Summer Recap.

District 8 Alder Live Conversation with Juliana Bennett and Ayomi Obuesh Apr 04, 2021

In this special episode of Pod-Cast Your Vote, Shreya and Tamia join in a discussion on the upcoming election, voting, and how students can become more politically active. From advice on how to get more involved in Madison to sharing personal experiences with policy, both District 8 candidates are able to make the case for the power of civic engagement.

Food Justice with Raven Hall and Connor Raboine Apr 02, 2021

Tamia and Shreya are joined by Food Justice Collective Founders Raven Hall and Connor Raboine for a conversation about food justice and sustainability. This episode covers different ways that students and community members can get involved in addressing the issue of food waste in the United States and offers resources for individuals to use in their local community. Follow Pod-Cast Your Vote on Instagram: @pod_castyourvote and Twitter: @podcastyourvote for more information and resources on this topic.

Voting While Homeless with Gail Bliss and Makayla Carr Mar 11, 2021

Shreya and Tamia sit down with League of Women Voters Member Gail Bliss and The Beacon Day Shelter Assistant Volunteer Coordinator Makayla Carr to discuss barriers and stories of individuals who vote while experiencing homelessness. Covering topics from the difficulties of obtaining proper ID to a sense of hopelessness in our democracy, this is a vital conversation you do not want to miss!

Voting Green: Environmentalism and Voting Feb 11, 2021

Shreya and Tamia are joined by the Executive Director of Wisconsin Conservation Voters, Kerry Schumann. In this episode, we discuss the relationship between the environment and voting, emphasizing issues such as the effect on the economy by a switch to renewable resources, environmental justice, and how to take action. Click the play button to learn more, and stay tuned for an upcoming episode on food justice with special guests!

Democracy in Danger Jan 14, 2021

In this episode, Tamia, Shreya, and special guest Professor Daniel Kapust discuss the topics of anarchy and democracy given the events at the United States Capitol Building which took place on January 6, 2021. These violent and extremely actions taken by insurrectionists at the nation's capitol were considered one of the most recent and abhorrent examples of an intentional attack on American democracy. In this conversation, the PYV co-hosts weigh the stakes and racial implications of this political moment and the influence of leaders in shaping and alleviating civil unrest preceding and following Inauguration Day.

Georgia Runoffs With Evan Malbrough Jan 04, 2021

Welcome to PYV Season 2! In this special episode, we sit down with the founder of the Georgia Poll Worker Project, Evan Malbrough, to discuss the upcoming Georgia runoffs. We cover topics from defining runoffs to how to reach out to voting blocs of all ages in the age of social media. Tune in to learn more about the Georgia runoffs and how they impact all Americans, regardless of state or party. We hope you enjoy!

Election Security and Media Misinformation with Professors Katy Culver and Mike Wagner Nov 02, 2020

In the final episode before the November 3rd, Presidential Election, Shreya and Tamia seek to somewhat alleviate the collective stress and anxiety that is present by engaging in a conversation with the wonderful UW-Madison School of Journalism and Mass Communication professors, Katy Culver and Mike Wagner about election security and misinformation. In the words of Professor Mike Wagner, "democracy is for losers," so keep listening to find out whatever that means!

Connecting Community and Government w/ Lt. Governor Mandela Barnes Oct 30, 2020

Join Tamia and Shreya in their conversation with Lieutenant Governor Mandela Barnes where they discuss the intersection between community organizing and governmental policy. Lt. Gov. Barnes recounts his involvement with policies aimed at allowing 16 and 17 year olds to preregister to vote and why he switched from community organizing to politics with a capital P. We hope you enjoy this special episode which is coming out a FOUR DAYS BEFORE THE ELECTION! Make sure to Pod-cast Your Vote after listening to this wonderful episode!

Debate Night #2 Oct 29, 2020

In this episode, Professors from the UW-Madison Political Science department break down the October 22nd debate and answer student questions. A huge thank you goes out to Tia Westoff and the Thompson Center for letting us use this recording and putting together this wonderful event. We hope you all enjoy, and don't forget to pod-cast your vote (the election is only 5 days away!)!

The Power of the Youth Vote With the Milwaukee Bucks Oct 22, 2020

In this bonus episode, Shreya and Tamia chat with Zora Stephenson from the Milwaukee Bucks as well as students from UW Stevens Point and Marquette University about the power of the youth vote. This recording was originally produced and published by the Bucks, and they have wonderfully allowed us to post it on our platforms as well. We hope you enjoy, and, as we get closer to the election, don't forget to pod-cast your vote!

Pop Culture and Voting Part 2 Oct 15, 2020

Welcome to this episode of Pod-Cast Your Vote! In our second part of pop culture and voting, Shreya and Tamia discuss how Harry Potter saved democracy and the power of minority voices in media and news. If you missed our first part of pop culture and voting, catch up on Anchor, Spotify, Apple Podcasts, or Google Podcasts!

Live Podcast Event with Jackie Corin Oct 08, 2020

Welcome to Pod-Cast Your Vote's first live podcast event! Our event with the incredible March For Our Lives organizer, Jackie Corin, streamed on October 1. In this episode, we discuss how to turn protest into policy, exploring topics such as exhaustion fatigue, politicization of human rights, and grassroots organizing. We hope you enjoy this bonus episode of PYV, and we can't wait for you all to catch our next live event!

Debate Night 2020 #1 Recap Oct 01, 2020

Welcome to Pod-Cast Your Vote! In this episode, Shreya and Tamia step back, and UW-Madison Political Science professors lead the conversation. Rather than our usual discussion with guests or each other, Professor Burden has kindly given us permission to use the recording of his Debate Watch #1 to publish on our platform. Professors Barry Burden, Kathy Cramer, Michael Wagner, and Ryan J. Owen discuss the first debate in the 2020 election season and answer student questions and comments. We hope you all enjoy this non-partisan discussion of Tuesday's (insert your adjective here) debate!

Vote Week Episode #5: Pop Culture and Voting Pt. 1 Sep 25, 2020

Happy Vote Week! We've absolutely loved making this jam-packed week of episodes! In this episode, Pod-Cast Your Vote co-hosts Tamia and Shreya discuss how voting is tied to pop culture and dive into how media shapes our political perception. This is the first in a two part series, so make sure to keep your eyes out for part two!

Vote Week Episode #4: Gerrymandering Sep 24, 2020

Welcome to the fourth episode of Vote Week! This episode is all about gerrymandering and its impact on local and national communities. In the episode, we chat with Rachel Clay, Campus Vote Project Southeast Regional Coordinator, and get her insights on the tremendous impact that gerrymandering will have on the future of US elections and representation! We hope you enjoy, and don’t forget to check out the rest of the episodes coming out this week!

Vote Week Episode #3: How to Institutionalize Voting On Your Campus Pt. 2 with Prof. Kathy Cramer Sep 23, 2020

Welcome to the third episode of Vote Week! This episode is the second part in our conversation about how to institutionalize voting as a structure on your campus. In the episode, we chat with Professor Kathy Cramer and get her insights on this huge topic! We hope you enjoy, and don’t forget to check out the rest of the episodes coming out this week!

Vote Week Episode #2: How to Institutionalize Voting on Your Campus Pt. 1 w/ Professor Barry Burden Sep 22, 2020

In the first part of this 2 part installment of Pod-Cast Your Vote, we sit down with Professor Burden to speak about his experiences with institutionalizing voting as a campus on the UW-Madison campus. We discuss his experience with the BadgersVote coalition and even hit on topics such as the electoral college and ways to overcome voter disenfranchisement. Tune in to learn about way to institutionalize voting on your campus, and make sure to catch the second part with Professor Kathy Cramer coming out on September 23rd!

Vote Week #1: Immigration and Voting Sep 21, 2020

Welcome to our first episode of Vote Week! In this episode, we will discuss different topics within immigration and voting, including barriers immigrants may face when voting, DACA, and immigration policies to look out for during this upcoming election. We are joined by Professor Sara McKinnon, an associate professor in the department of Communication Arts at UW-Madison and expert on US refugee and asylum law, immigration, gender and sexuality violence, women's and LGBT human rights, and US-Mexico relations. Make sure to continue tuning in; we have new episodes coming out everyday from Sept. 21 - Sept. 25 in honor of Vote Week!

Voter Suppression & The 26th Amendment Sep 17, 2020

Welcome to the fourth episode of Pod-Cast Your Vote! In this episode, we discuss the impact of voter suppression on student voting populations and the impact of the 26th Amendment on American political history. Our amazing guests, Yael Bromberg Esq. and Peter German, detail the ways in which young people can utilize policy and action to initiate meaningful change in their communities.

A Vote For One is a Vote For All: Why Voting Affects International Students Sep 03, 2020

Welcome to the third episode of Pod-Cast Your Vote! In this episode, we discuss a range of topics from the lack of support systems built into campus to support international students to the effects hostilities towards international students can have on campus culture. Our amazing guests, Lennox Owino and Qiandai Wang, point out the ways policy can alleviate these issues and how students can directly affect change.

Working the Polls Aug 20, 2020

Welcome to the second episode of Pod-Cast Your Vote! In this episode, we discuss a range of topics from the benefits of being a poll worker to voter suppression at the polls. Join us for an informative and engaging episode on the power of youth poll workers and the national poll worker shortage and hear from Evan Marlborough, the founder of Georgia Youth Poll Worker Project, and Maribeth Witzel, our Madison City County Clerk.

The Power of the Youth Vote Aug 06, 2020

Welcome to the first episode of Pod-Cast Your Vote! In this episode, we will discuss topics ranging from how youth generations have influenced protests to how you can take direct action on the issues you’re passionate about. Hear UW-Madison student representatives from ASM, WISPIRG, BadgersVote, and the League of Women Voters discuss these topics and more!

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