Civics In A Year
What do you really know about American government, the Constitution, and your rights as a citizen?
Civics in a Year is a fast-paced podcast series that delivers essential civic knowledge in just 10 minutes per episode. Over the course of a year, we’ll explore 250 key questions—from the founding documents and branches of government to civil liberties, elections, and public participation.
Rooted in the Civic Literacy Curriculum from the Center for American Civics at Arizona State University, this series is a collaborative project supported by the School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership. Each episode is designed to spark curiosity, strengthen constitutional understanding, and encourage active citizenship.
Whether you're a student, educator, or lifelong learner, Civics in a Year will guide you through the building blocks of American democracy—one question at a time.
Civics In A Year
Civics In A Year Returns Soon
A short pause can sharpen the conversation, and that’s exactly what we’re doing. We’re stepping back for a moment to gear up for a stronger return on November 3—bringing in sharp scholars, richer context, and practical insights on the ideas and institutions that shape American democracy.
While we prep, we’re opening our library to you. We’ve curated standout episodes from the Arizona Civics podcast, produced by the Center for American Civics, that pair perfectly with our mission: making the complex simple and the distant local. These conversations dig into how state constitutions structure power, why local government decisions hit closest to home, and where citizens can use their voice to influence schools, zoning, elections, and public records. If you’ve been wanting a clear, nonpartisan guide to the mechanics of government, this is your on-ramp.
We’re also inviting you to catch up on any Civics in a Year episodes you missed. Revisit our most-requested topics—rights and responsibilities, separation of powers, federalism, and the real-world path from policy idea to enacted law. Expect our upcoming run to lean into plain language, realistic case studies, and actionable steps you can use to engage your community. We’ll focus on what works, what’s changing, and how to ask better questions about institutions that affect daily life far more than the news cycle suggests.
Set a reminder for November 3 and make sure you’re following the show so fresh episodes land right in your feed. Share this update with a friend who cares about civic life, and leave a quick rating or review to help others find the show. Your curiosity fuels the work—we can’t wait to continue the conversation with you soon.
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School of Civic and Economic Thought and Leadership
Hey everyone, this is Liz with Civics in a Year. We're taking a short break, but don't worry, we'll be back on November 3rd with more episodes, amazing scholars, and great topics exploring the ideas and institutions that shape our democracy. While we're on our break, we're excited to share a few of our favorite episodes from the Arizona Civics podcast, another podcast brought to you by the Center from American Civics. We think you'll really enjoy the conversations and the insights. If you've missed any Civics in a Year episode, now is also a perfect time to catch up and make sure you follow or subscribe so you don't miss our return. Thank you so much for listening, and we'll see you soon right here on Civics in a year.
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