Understanding Congress

A Government podcast by Kevin Kosar

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Congress is the least liked and perhaps least understood part of government. But it’s vital to our constitutional government. Congress is the only branch equipped to work through our diverse nation’s disagreements and decide on the law. To better understand the First Branch, join host Kevin Kosar and guests as they explain its infrastructure, culture, procedures, history, and more.

Recent Episodes

What's Wrong With Congress? (with Kevin R. Kosar)
Published: February 2, 2026
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What Is the Primary Problem? (with Nick Troiano)
Published: January 5, 2026
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What Are Congressional Norms and Why Do They Matter? (with Brian Alexander)
Published: December 8, 2025
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Should Congress Pass a Balanced Budget Amendment to the Constitution? (with Kurt Couchman)
Published: November 3, 2025
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What Are Budget Rescissions and Pocket Rescissions? (with Philip Wallach)
Published: October 6, 2025
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Was James Madison the First Majority Leader? (with Jay Cost)
Published: September 2, 2025
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Does Congress’s Power to Declare War Mean Anything? (With Gary Schmitt)
Published: August 4, 2025
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Why Are Legislators on Social Media? (with Annelise Russell)
Published: July 7, 2025
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Is Congress Getting Anything Done? (with Gabe Fleisher)
Published: June 2, 2025
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Special Book Edition: Congressional Deliberation: Major Debates, Speeches, and Writings, 1774-2023 (with Jordan Cash)
Published: May 5, 2025
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