The Gov Guys Podcast

Gov Guys Election 2024 Update

Sat, 05 Oct 2024 11:32:57 GMT

Is this thing still on? It's been a while, chat! Crowder and Hertzler take some time to catch up on the biggest election stories for 2024. It's been a whirlwind... and there's still a month to go!

Spoiler Alert! Third Parties

Sat, 10 Feb 2024 02:00:45 GMT

The Gov Guys discuss third parties. In our traditional two-party system, can another party really come in and make an impact? We look at some memorable third party moments as well as some of the barriers that prevent them from becoming mainstream.

WhatAStrangeGov Or How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Parties: Sectionalism and Tribalism in America

Mon, 06 Nov 2023 15:35:10 GMT

Crowder and Hertzler talk about the formation, function, and history of political parties in the United States. This episode is more packed than an omnibus bill... and it's already a little dated, as we discuss the 3-week-long opening of the Speaker of the House position

The Bourne Ideology: How Your Political Beliefs are Created

Sat, 25 Mar 2023 19:00:52 GMT

The Gov Guys trace how people establish their own political beliefs, what political ideologies are common in the United States, and how public opinions are collected and become policy.

The Equalizer (Not Denzel): The 14th Amendment

Sat, 11 Feb 2023 01:00:05 GMT

The Gov Guys talk about the most important amendment outside of the Bill of Rights! What is Due Process? What is Equal Protection? How does the 14th Amendment expand our understanding of the Bill of Rights? At what point is this question trope worn out? The Gov Guys are going to need some help on this one!

The Right(s) Stuff: The Bill of Rights

Tue, 07 Feb 2023 03:50:00 GMT

Hertzler and Crowder discuss the first ten Amendments to the US Constitution, better known as the Bill of Rights. Crowder's voice is barely holding on, but if Michael Jordan can put up 38 points in his famous "Flu Game," then Crowder will have to settle in and risk it all. We're talking Civil Liberties here, so you have the right to remain silent... and listen to this episode.

Captain 'Murica: The First Amendment

Tue, 24 Jan 2023 01:37:06 GMT

The Gov Guys take a look at the first amendment! What is protected by the Constitution and what is not? The term "finagling" comes up a few times for unknown reasons. It's a good one, guys!

The Wolves of Washington: The Bureaucracy

Fri, 23 Dec 2022 13:40:00 GMT

The Gov Guys take a look at the Bureaucracy. What is it? What does it do? How does it work? Why is it controversial? That's a lot of questions--we might need some help on this one!

Special Guest: Dan Roseman

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly- Part 3: The Judicial Branch

Wed, 14 Dec 2022 02:29:20 GMT

The Gov Guys discuss the Judicial Branch

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly- Part 2: The Executive Branch

Wed, 07 Dec 2022 01:25:34 GMT

The Gov Guys look at the President, the Presidential Cabinet, the Bureaucracy, and all of the roles that the Executive Branch takes on! Crowder does a few impressions (badly), Hertzler sneaks in yet another T. Swift quote, and the Guys give some much needed Gerald Ford Trivia. It's something!

The Good, the Bad, and the Ugly- Part 1: The Legislative Branch

Wed, 16 Nov 2022 21:56:43 GMT

The GovGuys discuss the structure and powers of Congress, as well as Congressional Behaviors that have made Americans into haters.

Attack of the Feds?: Federalism and You

Fri, 04 Nov 2022 14:50:09 GMT

The GovGuys break down Federalism, how the balance of Federal and State Power has changed over time, and some ways federalism impacts you!

National Treasure(s): The Declaration of Independence, the Articles of Confederation, and the US Constitution

Mon, 03 Oct 2022 14:46:58 GMT

The Gov Guys break down the Foundational Documents and discuss the winners and losers of the US Constitutional Convention