The State of Us
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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.
Episodes
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Dec 2, 2017 • 33min
The Small Town Evolution
What's next for Small Town, USA? Is America's division fixable? Justin and Lance examine the root of the problem and begin to discuss solutions.
Dec 1, 2017 • 33min
GOP Tax Bill Turmoil - Lauer's Scandal and Bitcoin
Will the Republicans get their tax bill passed and should investment movement towards Bitcoin? What's next in the sexual misconduct era?
Nov 29, 2017 • 1h 4min
Is Individuality Killing the American Dream
Pew Research data indicates that each generation sees themselves as less responsible, moral, and compassionate. What does this mean for American and how can we address it?
Nov 25, 2017 • 32min
Myanmar Refugees May Return - Is It Safe
Will nearly 600,000 refugees be allowed to return Myanmar after the "ethnic cleansing" incident? It appears that there might be hope, but will it be safe for these refugees to go home?
Nov 24, 2017 • 42min
A TrueChat Thanks
Justin and Lance reflect on Thanksgiving, the traditions, and America. The State of Us celebrates a long and accomplished history.
Nov 21, 2017 • 34min
Why Are Americans Ignoring Zimbabwe And Puerto Rico
Why are citizens of the United States not able to keep in their thoughts about Zimbabwe and Puerto Rico? Justin and Lance discuss the background of the situation.
Nov 18, 2017 • 35min
Indian Health Agency & Puerto Rico
In today's episode, Justin and Lance discuss the hospital coverage crisis for Native Americans and how Puerto Rico is still not shaping up as they try to rebuild.
Nov 16, 2017 • 35min
How to Fix Taxes, Insurance, and Government
The GOP is hard-pressed to get tax reform done before the end of the year. Can they do it and how will it affect health insurance? Lance and Justin explore how to drain the swamp.
Nov 15, 2017 • 46min
The Politics of Print & Why We Need It
Seventy-seven percent of Americans believe the nation is divided on the most important values according to a Gallup poll, but why? Could it be as simple as the death of print?
Nov 9, 2017 • 37min
The GOP Takes a Hard hit on Election Night
Democrats swept Republicans up and down the ticket last Tuesday. Across the country, Americans sent a message, but what are they saying? How will the GOP respond?
