In this week’s episode to honor pride month, Lizzie and Arden examine a landmark Supreme Court case that paved the way for gay marriage, U.S. v Windsor! Join them as they look at the facts of the case, what the opinion and dissents were from the justices, and how it laid the groundwork for Obergefell v. Hodges! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ...
Jun 25, 2025•28 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden dive into one of the most prominent structures of America’s steel-making past, Sloss Furnaces! Join them as they uncover the history of the impressive furnaces, the hazardous conditions that workers had to endure, and what potential hauntings remain! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit meg...
Jun 18, 2025•30 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden continue their prison series by looking at one of America’s most notorious and influential prisons, Eastern State Penitentiary! Join them as they look at the history of the prison, how it evolved over the years, and why it was considered an engineering marvel of its time! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn mo...
Jun 11, 2025•28 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the agency responsible for managing the custody and care of federal inmates across the United States, the Federal Bureau of Prisons! Join them as they uncover its origins in 1930, its current role in the U.S. criminal justice system, and how it has evolved (or devolved) over the last century. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting u...
Jun 04, 2025•31 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden continue their series on the infamous Alcatraz prison by discussing the various escape attempts during its time as a prison! Join them as they discuss the various attempts including the infamous 1962 attempt where the prisoners were never found! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphon...
May 28, 2025•28 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous and insane legacy of Alcatraz Prison! Join them as they uncover the history of the island, how it evolved into a prison, and who some of its most infamous prisoners were! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 21, 2025•36 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden dive into one of the most pivotal Supreme Court cases you've probably never heard of—Pierce v. Society of Sisters! Join them as they uncover how a seemingly simple Oregon law mandating public school attendance ignited a national debate over parental rights, religious freedom, and the role of government in education! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for al...
May 14, 2025•22 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden do a very special biopic on one of their favorite founding fathers, Benjamin Franklin! Join them as they examine his early years, the journey he took to help America gain its independence, and the huge impact he had on science and history! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
May 07, 2025•31 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden unravel the truly complex world of U.S. antitrust laws! Join them as they learn their history, the different acts that make up the laws today, and the impact they have had on the economy! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 30, 2025•22 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden explore one of the most explosive and controversial courtroom dramas in American history, the trial of the Chicago 7! Join them as they examine what led to the infamous trial, who the seven (really eight) defendants were, and what the ultimate verdict was! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Vis...
Apr 23, 2025•30 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into the landmark Supreme Court case Dusky v. United States! Join them as they discuss the facts of the case, what the decision of the court was, and how the decision continues to impact the justice system today! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 16, 2025•25 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into one of the most pivotal moments in American labor history – the Haymarket Affair! Join them as they explore the origins of the Haymarket Affair, the individuals involved, and the impact it would have on the American labor movement for centuries to come! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 09, 2025•31 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the landmark Supreme Court case, Engle v Vitale! Join them as they explore the origins of the case, the arguments on both sides, and the lasting implications of the ruling that established a clear separation between church and state in public education! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices...
Apr 02, 2025•28 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the absolute hellish history of the infamous Jamestown! Join them as they talk about the death, disease, and destruction, along with the fires and rebellion that Jamestown had to offer its settlers! It’s a truly shocking episode uncovering all the horrible things that went on in this early American settlement! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for ...
Mar 26, 2025•38 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into one of the most decisive moments of the American Revolution—the Siege of Yorktown! Join them as they discuss what led up to the siege, who the major players were, and how a genius military strategy by George Washington led the continental army to victory! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your a...
Mar 19, 2025•30 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the groundbreaking legislation - the National Historic Preservation Act! Join them as they discover what led the act to be passed, what it’s impact has been on preserving our nation’s history, and discuss some famous sites that have been preserved because of the act! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about y...
Mar 12, 2025•31 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden continue their deep dive on the infamous Gulf War! Join them in part two of their series as they discuss the three military operations in Kuwait, the results of the war, and how all of this could have really been avoided! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 05, 2025•41 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden dive into the events leading up to the Gulf War! Join them in part one of their two part series, as they discuss the initial invasion of Iraq into Kuwait, the swift international response, and how all sides prepared for the inevitable war! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/a...
Feb 26, 2025•27 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the landmark legislation, the National Defense Education Act! Join them as they discuss the impact of the act, how Sputnik was involved, and why back then, we cared about science! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 19, 2025•26 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into the shocking Space Shuttle Challenger explosion. Join them as they examine the events leading up to the disaster, the technical failures that caused it, and the impact that the disaster had on the future of NASA. Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Feb 12, 2025•39 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden unpack the complicated and intricate world of tariffs! Join them as they explore the economic, political, and social implications of tariffs and whether they truly benefit the countries that impose them—or if they end up doing more harm than good! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaph...
Feb 05, 2025•35 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the illusive and complicated aspects of Eminent and Public Domain! Join them as they discuss the differences between each domain, how they have been used historically, and why both get two thumbs down! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Jan 29, 2025•38 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into the fascinating and heart-wrenching story of Oscarville, a thriving Black community in early 20th-century Georgia that vanished under the waters of what is now Lake Lanier! Join them as they explore the history of Oscarville’s rise, its tragic erasure through violence, and the mysteries that still surround the waters of Lake Lanier! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit...
Jan 22, 2025•30 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden delve into one of the most controversial military operations of the Vietnam War: Operation Ranch Hand! Join them as they explore the origins of the operation, the ethical debates surrounding their use, and the long-term health effects on soldiers, civilians, and future generations! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more ...
Jan 15, 2025•30 min
To honor our favorite president, we're re-airing for the final time our tribute to best friend of the show, Jimmy Carter. In this week’s episode of Let’s Get Civical, Lizzie and Arden honor the life and legacy of the first best friend of the show, James Earl Carter Jr. Join them as they look at his early years, his presidency, and how he should be the north star for all future former presidents! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. ...
Jan 08, 2025•45 min
To celebrate the holidays, Lizzie and Arden are re-airing some of their favorite episodes of the year: In this week’s holiday re-air, Lizzie and Arden dive into the infamous and catastrophic Hindenburg disaster! Join them as they uncover the events leading to the explosion, the many theories as to what caused it, and why we should never, ever, EVER, mess with hydrogen! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivic...
Jan 01, 2025•40 min
To celebrate the holidays, Lizzie and Arden are re-airing some of their favorite episodes of the year! In this week’s holiday re-air, Lizzie and Arden begin their new outlaw series by examining the legacy of the infamous Billy the Kid! Join them as they uncover his road to being a criminal, what crimes he actually did commit, and why a 2010 pardon attempt was really really not the move! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit ...
Dec 25, 2024•37 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden set sail into one of the most enduring maritime mysteries of all time: the story of the Mary Celeste! From the eerie details of the discovery, the theories that range from plausible to fantastical, join them as they close out 2024 with their own bit of detective work! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates! Learn more about your ad ...
Dec 18, 2024•28 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden examine the infamous Johnson-Reed Act of 1924, a landmark piece of legislation that reshaped America's immigration system! Join them as they discuss the quota system it established, the influence of the eugenics movement into the act, and how after 100 years, we still see history repeat itself! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. Or visit us at letsgetcivical.com for all the exciting updates...
Dec 11, 2024•36 min
In this week’s episode, Lizzie and Arden dive deep into the landmark Supreme Court case Burwell v. Hobby Lobby Stores, Inc., a pivotal decision that reshaped the conversation about corporate rights, religious freedom, and healthcare! Join them as they unpack the legal arguments, the broader implications for religious liberty and employee rights, and the cultural ripple effects still felt today! Follow us on Twitter and Instagram at @letsgetcivical, @lizzie_the_rock_stewart, and @ardenjulianna. O...
Dec 04, 2024•36 min
