Friends & Fellow Citizens

02/06/2026

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01/06/2026

Sports are important activities that teach life skills to countless people every day. But when politics enters the arena, the integrity of sports is in the balance. In recent years, there have been instances of biological men self-identifying as female, prompting many to be concerned about the future of female sports.

This episode is an opportunity to hear from two young volleyball players, Kendall Lewis and Sia Liilii, and their experiences standing up for their teammates and fellow female athletes. Learn how they are responding with action to uphold Title IX and protect women's sports.

Sports are important activities that teach life skills to countless people every day. But when politics enters the arena, the integrity of sports is in the balance. In recent years, there have been instances of biological men self-identifying as f...

11/05/2026

The history of free speech in American history can be told in many ways. But perhaps none as crazy as this one, which happened while George Washington was alive. Hear how Matthew Lyon's story can teach us about free speech and why restrictions on free speech can truly backfire.

The history of free speech in American history can be told in many ways. But perhaps none as crazy as this one, which happened while George Washington was alive. Hear how Matthew Lyon's story can teach us about free speech and why restrictions on ...

04/05/2026

Thank you to all our listeners and supporters for getting F&FC to 200 episodes! We are proud of the work done and are looking forward to much more content! Stay tuned!

China's grand strategy to reshape supply chains, ideological dominance, and the larger world order can be traced to strategies like Made in China 2025. How much of a wake-up call is this for the U.S.? Emily de la Bruyère, Senior Fellow at the Foundations for Defense of Democracies (FDD) and co-founder of Horizon Advisory, joins the podcast to share some of China's boldest strategies and their threats to U.S. national security and prosperity. Could a bigger wake-up call motivate a more ambitious national security vision and strategy from the U.S.?

Thank you to all our listeners and supporters for getting F&FC to 200 episodes! We are proud of the work done and are looking forward to much more content! Stay tuned!China's grand strategy to reshape supply chains, ideological dominance, and ...

13/04/2026

We are continuing our Sacred Honor Series! While little is known about Thomas Stone, learn more about his dedication to preventing war and care for his ill wife that compelled him to leave public office.

While little is known about Thomas Stone, learn more about his dedication to preventing war and care for his ill wife that compelled him to leave public office.

06/04/2026

Policies like DEI, affirmative action, and other race-based policies claim to embrace diversity. The Jussie Smollett case initially made people aware of racial issues, but the event turned out to be a highly publicized hate crime hoax. Why do race-based policies fail to realistically achieve success in solving social issues?

Dr. Wilfred Reilly, professor at Kentucky State University, shares how race-based policies further divide ethnic groups and contribute to racial divisions. He advocates for greater awareness to mitigate the spread and effects of such policies.

Policies like DEI, affirmative action, and other race-based policies claim to embrace diversity. The Jussie Smollett case initially made people aware of racial issues, but the event turned out to be a highly publicized hate crime hoax. Why do race...

03/03/2026

Anyone looking through polarized lenses sees everything darker. How and why have Americans disliked "the other side" more and chosen new, uncompromising political identities? What can be done to "remove" these polarized lenses?

Dr. Samara Klar of the University of Arizona and Dr. David Hopkins of Boston College discuss the nature and consequences of distortions happening to our political environment today. They also share what citizens can do to more clearly see and improve our political culture.

Anyone looking through polarized lenses sees everything darker. How and why have Americans disliked "the other side" more and chosen new, uncompromising political identities? What can be done to "remove" these polarized lenses?Dr. Samara Klar (Pro...

16/02/2026

With multiple favorite U.S. presidents to choose from, few if any stand out like Theodore Roosevelt. What made the 26th POTUS uniquely interested in nature? How will North Dakota play an important role later in July 2026 to finally preserve his legacy?

Dr. Michael Cullinane, Chair of Roosevelt Studies at Dickinson State University and Public Historian at the Theodore Roosevelt Association, shares the inspirations and contributions of the Rough Rider who brought the U.S. to a new century of conservation and diplomacy.

With multiple favorite U.S. presidents to choose from, perhaps there is no favorite president like Theodore Roosevelt. What made the 26th POTUS uniquely interested in nature? How will North Dakota play an important role later in July 2026 to final...

09/02/2026

One of only two Signers of Italian descent, William Paca was a successful lawyer and was heavily involved in the formation of our system of government. What can we learn from his opposition to "energetic government?" Can civic energy come from such a position?

One of only two Signers of Italian descent, William Paca was a successful lawyer and was heavily involved in the formation of our system of government. What can we learn from his opposition to "energetic government?" Can civic energy come from suc...

02/02/2026

As we reflect again later this month on Washington's Birthday, religion and religious freedom are indisputably central to the American experiment. How do the Founders' ideas on religion relate to our debates today? And where does faith fit in with our country?

Take a listen to this wonderful conversation with Dr. Vincent Phillip Muñoz, who is Professor of Political Science and Professor of Law and Founding Director of the Notre Dame Center for Citizenship & Constitutional Government.

As we reflect again this month on Washington's Birthday, religion and religious freedom are indisputably central to the American experiment. How do the Found...