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
Sep 6, 2022 • 39min
3 Big Supply Chain Challenges
How many companies do you rely on every single day? Justin and Lance cover three big challenges in the supply chain and what companies are doing to reach consumer needs. Tags: tsou, podcast, justin weller, lance jackson, supply chain, Amazon, products, goods, supply, demand, economics, money, economy, logistics
Sep 1, 2022 • 39min
Should Millennials be Concerned About Money?
On average, millennials own fewer homes, carry more debt, and earn less money than baby boomers at the same age. What can be done? Justin and Lance discuss how millennials view money differently than other generations. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, money, millennial, baby boomer, generations, career, debt, home, finance, college, education, diversity, family, kids, car, job, purpose
Aug 30, 2022 • 39min
What Age Does the Gender Pay Gap Start?
What is happening with the gender pay gap and why does it exist? Justin and Lance break down new statistics describing the wage gap and discuss the social, economic, and psychological factors at play. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, wage gap, men, women, work, labor, economy, family, choice, college, education, degree, salary, money, finance, career
Aug 25, 2022 • 39min
6 Months of the Ukraine and Russia War - What's Next?
The invasion of Ukraine has persisted for six months now. Justin and Lance discuss life in Ukraine, the future of the war, and the global consequences of the war. Tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, ukraine, Russia, war, invasion, Europe, united states, economy, politics, leadership, zalenskyy, putin, biden, sanctions
Aug 23, 2022 • 39min
Reaching for Pills in America - The State of Mental Health
Who is prescribing mental health drugs in America? Justin and Lance discuss the distribution of mental health drugs and the shortage of mental healthcare providers in the United States.tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, medicine, mental health, psychology, psychiatrist, family medicine, children, school, gen z
Aug 18, 2022 • 39min
Christianity & Human Extinction
How should humans reconcile with the finite time we have on Earth? Timothy Beal, author of "When Time is Short," joins Justin and Lance to discuss the downfalls of human exceptionalism and transcendence. tags: tsou, justin weller, timothy beal, lance jackson, Christianity, religion, bible, capitalism, nature, humans, climate change, extinction, sociology, anthropology
Aug 16, 2022 • 39min
Emotional Overstatement and Mental Health in Schools
Young people today are struggling with mental health more than ever and the anecdote to this issue is heavily debated. Justin and Lance discuss possible causes of this issue and what the public schools are doing to improve the mental health of their students. tags: tsou, podcast, justin weller, lance jackson, mental health, children, students, school, education, awareness, depression, anxiety, therapy, medication, parent, adult
Aug 11, 2022 • 39min
Climate, Tax, and Health Care Bill - What Will It Do?
The United States may enact some laws that have been debated for over a century. Justin and Lance break down new laws regarding the climate, taxes, and healthcare. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, climate, taxes, healthcare, money, economy, politics, government, congress, supreme court, laws, policy, bill
Aug 9, 2022 • 39min
How to Judge Thomas Jefferson & Other Founders?
Is it fair to judge past generations with the lessons and values of the modern day? Justin and Lance break down the complex character of Thomas Jefferson and ask how the United States should approach teaching its history. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, andrew jackson, history, America, united states, great britian, revolution, independence, founding fathers, adams
Aug 4, 2022 • 39min
Is the United States in a Recession? It is Tricky
Is the United States entering a recession and what does it mean for you? Justin and Lance break down the traditional markers of a recession and explain the anomalies of our current economic situation. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, economy, recession, market, money, jobs, employment, rates, finance, politics, government, unites states
