Podcast Episodes
Back to SearchAmerica Is an Idea. Here’s Why Civics Teaches Us That with Alejandro Ramos
Join Chris Spangle and Alejandro Ramos as they discuss why civics education is crucial for America's future. Alejandro outlines his Citizenship Empowerment Framework, emphasizing foundational documen…
Published on 2 days, 5 hours ago
Tariffs, Trade, and Tensions: Chris Spangle and Alex Rosado on U.S.-China Policy
Chris Spangle is joined by Alex Rosado, professional programs assistant at the Alexander Hamilton Society, to unpack the complexities of U.S.-China trade relations. They break down the legacy of Trum…
Published on 1 week, 3 days ago
Serve Your Circle: Answering God's Call to Create Culture In Our Sphere of Influence
I was honored to give the commencement address at a homeschool high school graduation. In this speech, I encouraged graduates to resist the pull of shallow success and instead pursue lives rooted in …
Published on 2 weeks, 3 days ago
Inside Canada's Election: How American Politics Are Shaping Canadian Voters with William Dunstan
In this episode of The Chris Spangle Show, Chris welcomes William Dunstan, a Canadian political commentator and Young Voices contributor, for a wide-ranging discussion about U.S.-Canada relations, Ca…
Published on 3 weeks, 2 days ago
An Immigrant’s Moral Case for American Ideals with Augustina Vergara Cid
Chris welcomes back Augustina Vergara Cid to discuss the moral and philosophical costs of dehumanization, particularly in the context of immigration. Drawing on her personal experience immigrating to…
Published on 1 month ago
What is the Unitary Executive Theory? – Ryan Silverstein Explains
Ryan Silverstein, JD candidate at Villanova University, joins Chris Spangle to explain the unitary executive theory through the case of Gwen Wilcox, former chair of the National Labor Relations Board…
Published on 1 month ago
Why Latino Voters Support Trump's Immigration Policies – Cruz Garcia Explains
Independent policy consultant Cruz Garcia joins Chris Spangle to discuss why many Latino voters support former President Donald Trump's immigration policies. Cruz, whose own family experienced the ch…
Published on 1 month, 1 week ago
Why Parents Are Skipping Michigan’s Free Preschool Program with Susannah Barnes Petitt
Michigan expanded its state-funded pre-K program by 20,000 seats—but only 6,000 children enrolled. Why are parents opting out of free preschool programs like Head Start and the Great Start Readiness …
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
Liberation Day or Tax Hike? Trump Imposes Massive Tariffs
April 2, 2025—dubbed “Liberation Day” by Donald Trump—new sweeping tariffs were announced, including a 10% baseline on all imports and steep country-specific increases. But is this protectionist move…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago
The Truth About Life in Cuba Under Communism with Gaby Blanco
Gaby Blanco, a speaker for the Dissident Project and Gideons International, joins Chris Spangle to discuss the reality of life in Cuba today. Contrary to popular belief following Obama-era policy cha…
Published on 1 month, 2 weeks ago