About this episode
The conversation revolves around engaging young adults in politics, their perspectives on Canadian and American politics, and the challenges they face. The guests, Wyatt Sharp, Josh Oliviero, and Kellyanne Brookings, share their experiences in media and how they got started. They discuss the lack of political engagement among young people and the reasons behind it. 00:00Introduction and Background
01:28Introducing the Guests
06:59Youth Engagement in Politics
09:28Challenges for Gen Z in Politics
11:06Environmental Issues and Affordability
13:09Politicians and Climate Change
20:03Engaging Youth in Politics
22:26Efforts to Engage Youth in Canadian Politics
25:50Efforts to Engage Youth in US Politics
28:10Differences in American and Canadian Politics
30:21Lowering the Voting Age
33:19Engaging Youth in Politics
36:46Improving Political Party Messaging
43:47Advice for Parents and Youth Involvement in Politics
46:57Future Plans and Education
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