Ariel White is an associate professor of Political Science at MIT where she studies voting and voting rights. Her recent work investigates how potential voters react to being affected by punitive government policies, such as incarceration, and how people can make their way back onto the voting registries after these experiences.  In this episode, Ariel speaks with President Kornbluth about what is actually known immediately following an election, the challenges of exit polls, and what efforts work in getting people to vote.

Show notes and transcript: https://news.mit.edu/podcast/podcast-curiosity-unbounded-episode-11-get-out-vote

The Curiosity Unbounded podcast brings you behind the scenes at MIT through conversations between MIT President Sally Kornbluth and the people working in its labs and in the field. Along the way, Sally and her guests discuss pressing issues, as well as what inspires the people running at the world’s toughest challenges at one of the most innovative institutions on the planet.

Curiosity Unbounded

Curiosity Unbounded, Ep. 11: Get out the vote

Brandcenter head and veteran ad executive Vann Graves on the election; the parties' changing brands and voters; the fragmenting of media consumption, reading today's youth...much more.

Brandcenter's Vann Graves

You performed your civic duty by dragging your tired carcass to the polling place only to discover that your vote does not matter. Let's fix that.

Your Wasted Vote

He feels right, never wrong
Born to privilege, nothing lost, nothing gone
Always say, a cliche
A purchased education never got in his way

It always turns out right
Always wins the fight
Just another night with 'his girls'
(But he still has to pay! $$$)

The definition of success
Starting with $5 Million, convince you he's the best (?)
The top job, guaranteed!
Paid for every favour so he's never in need

Has to take control
Has to take a hold
Every future sold, wiped away
(or so the rumours say!)

So the wheels are greased and turn
And his platform starts to burn and rise
Climbing higher than intended
Higher than he's capable in their eyes..
Little Emperor looks better, he looks better...
Through half-closed eyes

Corrupt (who cares?)
He starts to see himself as the true rightful heir
Non-stop dialogue
Tells us truth is lie and that he's acting for God

Has to take control
Has to take a hold
Every future sold, so they say
(He's got a family to pay)

So he takes the little things, close them down
His prayers have wings tonight
Points the finger left and right
Feeding their suspicious minds alright!
Divide us down the middle
Make us small and then belittle our lives
Little Emperor looks better, he looks better...
In the darkest night

Divide us down the middle
Make us small and then belittle our lives
Lying to our faces
Tell us all 'There're no disgraces! It's lies!!'
But little Emperor looks better, he looks better
On the inside! (locked up!)

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The Emperor

Will and Jim discuss Trump’s nominees, the House races, and America’s longing for laughter.

Trump Should Use His Recess Appointment Power If Needed

Dan Perkins  Current Events and Political Commentary expert  joins us to discuss ongoing recounts in certain states from the November 5th election. He’ll explore why some of these votes were allegedly submitted by individuals who are not U.S. citizens and the importance of citizenship in Federal Elections.

 Valerie Greenberg, Pop Culture Lifestyle Expert, shares insights into the latest gaming craze that's providing a fun escape during this stressful November. With the intensity of the election and the holiday season, many of us could use some much-needed "me-time" — Valerie has you covered!

Chef Michelle Palazzo, Executive Pastry Chef at Frenchette in NYC’s Tribeca neighborhood, is teaming up with Plugra Premium European Style Butter. She’ll share professional baking tips and holiday recipe inspiration. Baking is a timeless tradition, bringing joy to the season and creating heartfelt gifts for loved ones.

W4CY-Perkins-Greenberg-Palazzo-11-21-2024 & W4VET 11-24-2024-Lets Just Talk

Morning Joe’s shock about the cost of butter launches a chat about what, exactly, conventional wisdom missed this year.

Trump, The Press, And The Real World

Just before Thanksgiving, Aaron joined me to talk about his thoughts on the election results, Trump's tariff restrictions with Canada, Mexico, and China,  as well as his controversial cabinet picks.

Including: Matt Gaetz, Marco Rubio, Tulsi Gabbard, Pete Hegseth, Linda McMahon, Robert F Kennedy Jr., and Lee Zeldin.

Episode 114: Trump's Tariffs & Controversial Cabinet Picks With Aaron

In our final episode of 2024, we reflect on the year’s major tech policy shifts affecting SMEs, developers, and innovators. From SEP licensing, digital trade, and AI regulation to data privacy and cybersecurity, we cover the challenges and wins that shaped the app economy.

We also want to hear from you! Complete our end-of-year survey (link in show notes) for a chance to win a guest spot on Global Tech Swamp.

Listen now and join us as we wrap up 2024 and look ahead to 2025! 

2024 Global Tech Policy Wrap-Up

Will and Thinking Boomer Jim discuss Trump's motives for wanting to do away with the debt ceiling, and it's all about taxes.

The REAL Point About The Debt Ceiling

Kathryn Raaker hosts a nationally syndicated magazine format radio program on AM/FM, Internet streaming, and on her free iTunes App. The show features topics for today’s audience. Whether it is a guest talking about the newest technology, politics, health, or other topics, it is all about informing her listeners. Kathryn has been in broadcasting for almost 30 years and is featured on the Wilkins Radio Networks, Fairfax Radio Network, W4Cy & W4Vet Networks, and WVFR AM out of Pittsburg. So tune into "Let’s Just Talk! Radio" to be informed and entertained!

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