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The Civic Flame

The Civic Flame

By: The Civic Flame
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 The Civic Flame is where history meets hope. Hosted by a law and politics professor, it takes you inside the story of the U.S. Constitution—the debates that shaped it and the meaning it holds today. In a time of division, The Civic Flame offers something different: dialogue that sparks conversation instead of conflict. This is a call to revive thoughtful civic discourse and keep the flame of democracy burning bright.Dr. Fun Sponge Media Philosophy Political Science Politics & Government Social Sciences
Episodes
  • Campfire: I hope you're not ok

    Campfire: I hope you're not ok
    Jan 5 2026
    In this bonus episode as we come back from winter break, we look at the way the world is crazy right now and remind you that it is ok to not be ok. In fact, we hope you're not ok and that through not being ok, we can work together to make it to the US's 250th birthday party.
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    16 mins
  • 12: How do judges make deicsions? with Special Guest Chris Bailey

    12: How do judges make deicsions? with Special Guest Chris Bailey
    Dec 18 2025
    In this special episode, Dr. Chris Bailey talks to us about how judges make decisions (judicial interpretation) and I talk about why they have the power to do it at all (judicial review). Ready to impress your relatives at the holiday table? Drop this civic knowledge on them! Let's go.
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    18 mins
  • 11: What's so Supreme about SCOTUS? Welcome to Article 3

    11: What's so Supreme about SCOTUS? Welcome to Article 3
    Dec 11 2025
    This episode explores the Constitutional origins of the Supreme Court of the United States or SCOTUS. Come learn about the appeals courts, the Supreme Court, and what the heck a discretionary docket means.
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    15 mins
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