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
Jun 13, 2023 • 39min
Instagram's Network of Pedophiles
Three independent academics found large amounts of child pornography distribution on Instagram - what is Meta doing about it? Justin and Lance discuss the laws currently in place for online content and open up the conversation for digital media regulation. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, child safety, social media, child predators, online safety, internet safety, online predators, online privacy, digital parenting, cyberbullying, online grooming, digital literacy, online security, parental controls, online monitoring, online education, online risks, digital footprint
Jun 8, 2023 • 39min
What to do About Wildfires
Wildfires in Canada are having a large impact on the air quality in the northeast region of the United States. Who is at risk and what can you do to protect yourself and the people around you? Justin and Lance discuss safety recommendations and how indengenous knowledge can help us better manage wildfires. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackon, wildfires, Canada, air quality, United States, environmental impact, cross-border, transboundary, climate change, forest fires, natural disasters, pollution, health effects, smoke, emergency preparedness, ecological impact, regional cooperation, atmospheric conditions, public health, environmental policies, smoke dispersion, climate resilience
Jun 6, 2023 • 39min
The Worst Border Crisis Could be Here - What Should we do?
The United States is expecting to double the volume of people crossing the southern border, but we are lacking a plan to manage this new influx of immigrants. Justin and Lance discuss how democrats and republicans are approaching this issue and discuss potential solutions to the border crisis. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, Illegal immigration, Southern border, Border crisis, Immigration policy, Border security, Humanitarian crisis, Immigration reform, Detention centers, Asylum seekers, Border patrol, Immigration enforcement, Immigration legislation
Jun 1, 2023 • 39min
The Battle for 'Scaffle' Voters in 2024 & Could a Third Party Work?
Where do a majority of swing voters fall on economic and social issues? Justin and Lance discuss what we know so far about the 2024 presidential election and how a third-party ticket could make 2024 a memorable election year. tags: tsou, podcast, justin weller, lance jackson, election, president, voting, government, politics, social, economic, republican, democrat, biden, trump, desantis
May 30, 2023 • 39min
Debt Ceiling Fight & How to Fix It
The national debt is significantly larger than the national GDP yet there is no clear path forward to resolve the debt crisis. Justin and Lance discuss how Democrats and Republicans are clashing over strategies to address the nation's mounting debt. Tags: tsou, Debt ceiling, National debt, Democrats, Republicans, Political debate, Economic policy, Fiscal responsibility, US economy, Financial future, Policy implications, justin weller, lance jackson
May 25, 2023 • 39min
Creating Powerful Internships for Employers and Students
What are the key elements that make a good internship experience for both companies and interns? Justin and Lance delve into the importance of clear communication, well-defined goals, and meaningful mentorship in creating a mutually beneficial arrangement.tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, Internships, Career Development, Professional Growth, Mentorship, Talent Acquisition, Workplace Learning, Skill Building, Networking, Company Culture, Communication Skills
May 23, 2023 • 39min
Millennials Segregated and The New Rules of Housing
Millennials are more receptive to diversity yet their choices on where they live do not reflect that. Justin and Lance discuss what is causing this discrepancy and the challenges that young people face when buying a home. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, house, home, family, young, work, career, finance, economy, money, millennial, boomer
May 18, 2023 • 39min
Low Wages Cost a High Price - Who is Really Wining
How do we end poverty in the United States? Justin and Lance discuss how taxpayers are picking up the slack of low wages and how investing in after-school programs for children is one of the highest return investments that can be made with a tax dollar. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, money, salary, poverty, job, school, family, education, tax, government, policy, economics, politics
May 16, 2023 • 39min
Parental Leave and Families in 2023
More fathers in the United States are taking advantage of paternity leave benefits as more states are expanding their paternal leave offerings. Justin and Lance discuss the importance of parental attention in the early stages of life and how single mothers are joining forces to raise children. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, children, parents, family, kids, learning, development, socialization, structure, sociology, mom, dad, son, daughter, economics, politics
May 11, 2023 • 39min
Should Children Work & Lost Faith in College
Fewer children are participating in the labor force and more people are pursuing careers that are not in their field of study - how are these connected? Justin and Lance discuss the decreased faith in a college degree and the benefits of a young labor force. tags: tsou, justin weller, lance jackson, education, college, university, jobs, youth, work, labor, economy, crime, career, degree
