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PBS (US)
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Running
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2025-06-26
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Civics Made Easy breaks down the complex world of American government and civic participation. Each episode transforms intricate concepts into clear, digestible lessons, equipping viewers with the essential knowledge to actively participate in their democracy. Designed to empower and inform, the series makes understanding civics both accessible and engaging for all.
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S1E10 - Is A New Constitutional Convention Around the Corner?
You probably learned about the original Constitutional Convention (the one from 1787) in history class. But did you know America could potentially be having another? Ben Sheehan explains what led to the original Constitution Convention, and whether or not another is on the horizon. How would a new constitutional convention work? Who makes the rules? And what are the potential benefits and risks?
Air Date: 30 Oct 2025 11:00 (CDT)
S1E11 - The Amendment Process Explained
How do we change the U.S. Constitution? We've done it 27 times – is that too many or too few? Ben Sheehan explains what constitutional amendments are. What are some of the most famous and consequential ones? Are there any parts of the Constitution that CAN'T be amended? And are there any new amendments that a vast majority of Americans could agree on in these polarized times?
Air Date: 13 Nov 2025 11:00 (CDT)
S1E12 - What America's Founding Fathers REALLY Meant
You're probably aware of the Constitution and the Declaration of Independence. Maybe you know some of the documents' famous quotes. But what do they actually establish? What's the historical relevance and why do they still matter today? After all, they were written well over 200 years ago. Sheehan explains how one led to the other, and what we might fail to appreciate about their words.
Air Date: 02 Dec 2025 11:00 (CDT)