The State of Us
Go beyond mainstream cable news and party lines, with a Millennial and a Boomer, as they work to push past the noise and bring attention to all the issues that matter. Justin T. Weller and Lance Jackson examine the topics that are often overlooked by most major media outlets, but are critical for Americans to be educated about. There’s a world beyond the noise and it begins with Justin & Lance on The State of Us.
Latest episodes
Dec 20, 2022 • 39min
Scams & Hackers of Kids, College Students & Parents
What do you let the world know about your child? Online scams can impact everyone from children, to young adults and seniors. Justin and Lance cover how you can spot and prevent common scams and protect your and your loved one's information. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, students, elderly, children, scams, internet, identity, online, money, stealing, prevent, safety, scammer
Dec 15, 2022 • 39min
The Death of Starter Homes and How it Changes Everything
The average size of the American house has increased, while the number of inhabitants per home has dropped. Justin and Lance discuss how the elimination of the starter home has impacted an entire generation's economic capability, and the future of the American dream.tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, home, house, money, economy, family, wealth, property, ownership, rent, homelessness, future, America, united states, government, policy
Dec 13, 2022 • 39min
Boomer Rides in a Self-Driving EV - Should You Buy One?
Should you buy an electric vehicle in 2023? Lance recaps his experience in a self-driving electric car and details what is new, what is the same, and what is better about EVs. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, car, driving, self, tesla, GM, ford, 2023, future
Dec 8, 2022 • 39min
Voters Disagree on American Greatness & the Value of Work
How do republicans and democrats feel about the United States? Justin and Lance discuss the partisanship of hard work, patriotism, and the country's future. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, hard work, republican, democrat, patriot, America, united states, boomer, millennial, money, success, career, education
Dec 6, 2022 • 39min
Biden or Trump in 2024 - Is That What America Needs?
What kind of leader does America need right now? Justin and Lance discuss the possibility of a new political party and the leading republicans and democrats that might make a presidential run. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, president, leadership, trump, biden, desantis, voting, 2024, election, America, united states, politics, government
Dec 1, 2022 • 39min
NATO Running low on Weapons for Ukraine
What weapons is NATO withholding from Ukraine and why? Justin and Lance discuss the impact of a NATO weapons shortage on global tensions and the oil economy ahead of the winter season.tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, ukraine, Russia, winter, war, oil, economy, weapons, nato, putin, zalenskyy, president, soldier. america
Nov 29, 2022 • 39min
Are You Using Your Time Correctly? A Simple way to Tame Stress
Gen Z spends half of their waking hours tied to a screen. Justin and Lance discuss a simple way to reduce stress and manage time while touching on the benefits of being more intentional with your time. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, phone, tik tok, screen time, walking, nature, family
Nov 24, 2022 • 39min
7 Changes to the Constitution
The Constitution has not had a significant change in over 50 years. Justin and Lance discuss some amendments that are in the conversation of being added to the constitution. From abortion, labor unions, global policy, and digital privacy - Justin and Lance weigh in on each proposed amendment's utility. tags: justin weller, lance jackson, tsou, constitution, amendments, government, politics, america, congress, supreme court, abortion, privacy
Nov 22, 2022 • 39min
Married Couples are 4x as Wealthy as Unmarried Couples
How does being married change a couple's mindset on money, saving, and investing? Justin and Lance discuss the power of trust in finances and why you do not have to be married to reap the same financial benefits. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, money, marriage, couple, investing, saving, buying, marry, couple, house, living, lifestyle, car, school, work, support, trust
Nov 17, 2022 • 39min
Thanksgiving in 2022 - History and Recipes
How did Thanksgiving become a customary holiday in American culture? Justin and Lance break down the history of Thanksgiving and how they celebrate the holiday with traditions, meals, and time with family. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, thanksgiving, family, time, cooking, turkey, dinner, lunch, cook, meal, food, America, history, holiday, tradition
