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Civics Minute

by WHRO Public Media
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Today: #126 in Government on our combined chart.

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About the show

Civics Minute is a bite-sized series focused on civic engagement. Through an alphabet of key terms, each short-form episode explores the rights, responsibilities, and opportunities that allow ordinary people to shape their communities. Produced through a collaboration between William & Mary and WHRO Public Media, the series is hosted by Paul Manna, the Hyman Professor of Government and Public Policy at William & Mary and co-author of The Challenge of Democracy: American Government in Global Politics. Each episode introduces a key concept related to citizenship, government, democracy, or public participation. Clear explanations and relatable examples connect civics to the institutions, decisions, and responsibilities that affect everyday life. Episodes examine how citizens can influence their towns, cities, counties, states, and nation through voting, volunteering, attending public meetings, contacting elected officials, serving their communities, and learning about public issues. Informative, approachable, and practical, Civics Minute encourages listeners to become more knowledgeable and active participants in democratic life, in their communities and throughout the nation. The series is produced by Grace Helmick and Conor Molloy of William & Mary’s Strategic Cultural Partnerships. Learn more and listen at WHRO.org/civics.

Latest episodes

  • 'E' is for Election

    October 5, 2026 · 2 min

    Elections offer citizens many ways to participate in civic life. Paul Manna explores how people can discuss important issues, encourage others to register and vote, serve as poll workers, and even run for local office to help shape the…

  • 'D' for Democracy

    September 28, 2026 · 2 min

    Democracy depends on citizens taking an active role in representative government. Paul Manna explores how speaking out, staying informed, voting in local, state, and national elections, and exercising civic rights help ensure that “rule by…

  • 'C' for Civics

    September 21, 2026 · 1 min

    Civics is at the heart of active citizenship. Paul Manna explores the rights people hold, the responsibilities they carry, and the many ways civic participation can shape communities, influence government, and help strengthen democracy at…

  • 'B' for Ballot

    September 14, 2026 · 2 min

    Ballots are a central tool of democratic participation. Paul Manna explores how citizens use them to choose candidates, decide public questions, and make their voices heard through Election Day voting, early voting, absentee ballots, and…

  • 'A' for Accountability

    September 7, 2026 · 2 min

    Accountability is a central responsibility in a representative democracy. Paul Manna explores how citizens can hold elected officials accountable through voting, contacting representatives, attending town halls, engaging in peaceful…

  • Welcome to Civics Minute

    August 20, 2026 · 1 min

    A bite-sized series that makes civic life understandable, relevant, and accessible through key concepts about citizenship, government, democracy, and public participation.