🌟 Welcome to Episode #3 of The Politics Chicks Podcast! 🌟

🎙️ After launching our journey on Substack and hitting our stride with two powerhouse episodes, we’re back—and bringing that same fearless energy to the mic!

This week, we’re diving into a topic close to our hearts: the power of the arts in education.

🎭 Our guest this episode is the phenomenal Jennifer Farrell—a high school English teacher, veteran theater director, and all-around arts advocate. Jen just wrapped up her 20th year in public education and shares her insight on everything from teen empathy to theater budgets to deodorant-resistant students. (Yes, really.)

👯 Christy and Monica talk with Jen about how theater provides a safe haven for LGBTQ+ kids, helps students develop emotional intelligence, and gives all children—regardless of background—a chance to be seen, heard, and celebrated.

🌈 We also talk about:
• The importance of funding the arts in public schools 🎨
• How theater builds empathy, confidence, and community 💬
• The magic of crying in the dark with strangers during Dear Evan Hansen or Big Fish 😭
• Why kids need more than just core subjects—they need spaces to belong 🌱

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👉 Thanks so much for joining us on this journey. Keep showing up. Keep speaking up. And remember: Be kind. Be loud. Be a good little human. 💖

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Substack • public education • theater education • LGBTQ+ youth • empathy • teacher life • arts funding • social emotional learning • good humans • safe spaces • political podcast • sassy commentary • hopeful dialogue

🌟 Welcome to Episode #2 of The Politics Chicks Podcast! 🌟

🎙️ Before this podcast, we launched our journey on Substack—where we shared sharp takes on current events, deep dives into policy, and personal reflections on the state of politics. Now, we’re bringing that same energy—and our signature voice—straight to your favorite podcast platform!

✈️ Monica’s back after two weeks in Europe, and she and Christy do a roundup of the past week’s highlights—including the protests shaking up Monica’s adopted home state of California. The Chicks also talk about this weekend's upcoming No KIngs Protests.

🚀 The duo also share their top five regime officials they’d send to Mars (if only!)—and explain exactly why each one made the list.

🌱 We’re also sprinkling in a dose of hope—because even in tough times, we believe change starts with a conversation, and that conversation can lead to real impact.

💌 Got a question, comment, or photo to share? Email us at thepoliticschicks@gmail.com. We might feature it in our weekly Peep Cheeps segment, where we highlight your voices and stories.

👉 Thanks so much for joining us on this journey. Keep shining your light—so we know where to find you—and remember: We are stronger together!

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🎙️ Episode 1: Welcome to The Politics Chicks Podcast!
In our inaugural episode, Christy and Monica—the duo behind The Politics Chicks—share the story of how their Substack journey evolved into this podcast. From marathon training to tech hurdles, they discuss the challenges of launching the show and dive into Trump’s recent West Point and Arlington Cemetery remarks. Expect a bit of irreverence, a dose of hope, and a commitment to building community. Email your questions, comments, and photos to thepoliticschicks@gmail.com, and join us in this shared journey of laughter, learning, and making a difference.