
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

Mar 15, 2022 • 39min
Faith in the Future of Money - What Should You Be Paid?
The percentage of millennials that prefer to be paid in hard cash has been consistently dropping since 2016. Justin and Lance discuss the future of money, how we put faith in money, and how to leverage a larger salary in job interviews. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, money, economy, bitcoin, blockchain, salary, crypto currency, shopping, job, interview

Mar 10, 2022 • 39min
Putin's Endgame Should Scare the World
Putin has no clear way out of Ukraine - and this should alarm the whole world. Justin and Lance discuss what an embarrassed, disassembled Russia might look like, and touch on the actions that the United States has taken against Russia. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, Russia, war, ukraine, money, economy, air block, plane, putin, Zelenskyy, biden, sanctions, nuke

Mar 8, 2022 • 39min
Religious Affiliation Declines & US Capitol Attack Divides
Religious affiliation has dropped more during the pandemic than in previous years. Justin and Lance discuss how this has changed our political conversations and question what started the secularization of America. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, religion, Christian, power, politics, republican, trump, capitol, riot, election, voting, rights, free speech

Mar 3, 2022 • 39min
7 Takeaways From Biden's State of the Union
What has President Biden accomplished and what are his plans for the future? From Ukraine and Russia to COVID-19 and inflation, Justin and Lance break down the seven key takeaways from Biden's State of the Union Address. Tags: tsou, podcast, justin weller, lance jackson, biden, state of the union address, putin, ukraine, war, covid, inflation, sanction, democrat, republican

Mar 1, 2022 • 39min
Congress is Ignoring Student Debt - Why?
Should a student be allowed to take on $400,000 of student loan debt for a degree that leads to a $75,000 salary? Justin and Lance address the underlying causes of the student loan crisis in America and propose some real changes congress could make to solve this issue. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, student loan, education, money, school, college, university, degree, study, career, salary, planning, finance

Feb 24, 2022 • 39min
Did Russia Invade Ukraine?
President Vladimir Putin has ordered troops into two breakaway regions of Ukraine. Justin and Lance cut through the noise of the mainstream media and answer the following questions: has Russia invaded Ukraine and what will happen if we allow Russia to continue its conquest. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, Russia, ukraine, invade, war, missile, united states of America, biden, putin, freedom

Feb 22, 2022 • 39min
The New American Pickup Truck: All Electric?
Classic automobile manufacturers are now facing new competition in the EV space. GM, Ford, and new EV startup, Rivian, have all released their renditions of a fully electric pickup truck into the market. Justin and Lance discuss the pros and cons of each and share which one might be right for you. Tags: tsou, podcast, justin, weller, lance jackson, truck, electric, ford, chevy, gm, rivian, economy, tesla, car, money, price

Feb 17, 2022 • 39min
Get Your Dream Job - Relationships Thrive in Tough Times
How can you best leverage your skills in the strong labor market to get your dream job? Justin and Lance outline some tips on how to gain dream employment and finish the show with anecdotes on how to sustain a fruitful relationship. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, jobs, economy, hiring, employment, relationships, professional, development, work, ethic, money, romance

Feb 15, 2022 • 39min
Book Bans Spread, Transparency & Teachers Quitting
What books should kids have access to and how transparent should schools be with parents? Justin and Lance discuss why school teachers are leaving their positions at unprecedented highs, and point out flaws in how we teach children. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, education, teaching, jobs, business, money, books, ban, lgbtq, race, sexuality, florida, reading

Feb 10, 2022 • 39min
Who Should Get to Vote? Becoming a Citizen
What should be required to gain American citizenship? Justin and Lance discuss how voting rights in America have changed throughout history, and suggest new ways to attain an involved, informed populous. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, voting, citizenship, rights, immigration, election, service, family