The Peoples Voice Podcast

The Death Penalty: Justice or Inhumane Punishment?

The death penalty remains one of the most controversial issues in the U.S. criminal justice system. In this episode, I examine both sides of the debate while exploring recent developments, including Florida setting a record for executions in 2025 and Ohio Governor Mike DeWine's decision to continue delaying executions despite his long-standing support for capital punishment.  #deathpenalty #capitalpunishment Check out the webiste for more info http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/ [http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/]     #thepeoplesvoicepodcast #social issues Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research

The United States May Not Be Around in 250 Years

Will the United States still be in existence in 250 years?  The 250th anniversary of the United States becoming an independent sovereign nation is being celebrated this year . The original founding of the country is often referred to as the "experiment". Recent polls of Americans have suggested the "experiment" could fall apart within the next 250 years. In this episode I discuss this conversations around the ending of the United States within 250 years, what causes a country to fail and a look at examples of countries that have fallen within the last 250 years.  #ushistory #failedstate #americanindependence #theexperiment  Check out the webiste for more info http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/ [http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/]     #thepeoplesvoicepodcast #social issues Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research

Who's Watching You? Are License Plate Readers Helping or Hurting Us?

Concerns surrounding automated license plate reader (LPR) cameras continue to grow as questions about privacy, transparency, and government surveillance become increasingly controversial. Supporters argue the technology helps law enforcement solve crimes and recover stolen vehicles. Critics, however, question what information is being collected, how long it is stored, and who ultimately has access to that data. In this episode I review the issues surrounding this debate.  Check out the webiste for more info http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/ [http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/]     #thepeoplesvoicepodcast #social issues Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research

Locked Out of Democracy? The War Over Open and Closed Primary Elections

Conversations around the primary election process in the United States continue to intensify, particularly around whether states should use open or closed primaries. A growing number of reform movements have pushed states with closed systems to consider opening participation to independents and unaffiliated voters. Closed primaries are often criticized for excluding these voters and potentially limiting participation in the only meaningful contests in heavily partisan states. In this episode I discuss how primary elections work in the United States, the differences between open and closed systems, and the arguments on both sides of the debate.   #primaryelections #closedprimary #openprimary #votersuppression  #unaffiliatedvoters #twopartysystem Check out the webiste for more info http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/ [http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/]     #thepeoplesvoicepodcast #social issues Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research

Illegal Dumping: One Man's Trash, Becomes Everyone's Trash

The issue of illegal dumping in America is becoming more exposed than ever, thanks to the rise of surveillance cameras and everyday citizens having easier access to recording tools. More cases are being caught and reported, leading to serious consequences like fines and the removal of dumped items ranging from boats and cars to even dangerous substances like cyanide. In this episode, I break down what’s driving this increase in exposure, the real health impacts on communities, and what can actually be done to address the problem. #illegaldumping #trash #hazardouswaste Check out the webiste for more info http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/ [http://treyevansthepeoplesvoice.com/]     #thepeoplesvoicepodcast #social issues Copyright Disclaimer Under Section 107 of the Copyright Act 1976, allowance is made for "fair use" for purposes such as criticism, comment, news reporting, teaching, scholarship, and research