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Democracy, Explained
Apathy is Boring
5 episodes
2 days ago
Democracy works best when we understand it, question it, and take part in it. This podcast breaks down the systems, rights, and ideas that shape our everyday lives. Each episode dives into one of the five pillars of democracy—Participation, Information, Pluralism, Rights, and Elections—making complex ideas both accessible and engaging. Together, we’ll explore how democracy works, where it falls short, and how young people can participate in making it stronger and more resilient.
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Democracy works best when we understand it, question it, and take part in it. This podcast breaks down the systems, rights, and ideas that shape our everyday lives. Each episode dives into one of the five pillars of democracy—Participation, Information, Pluralism, Rights, and Elections—making complex ideas both accessible and engaging. Together, we’ll explore how democracy works, where it falls short, and how young people can participate in making it stronger and more resilient.
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Democracy, Explained
 What Does Living Together Really Mean?

Pluralism means living side by side with people who think, believe, and experience the world differently.

In this episode, we explore what it takes to coexist in a time of polarization, why protests have become divisive, and how institutions, communities, and youth can help rebuild trust in a diverse society.

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1 week ago
32 minutes 57 seconds

Democracy, Explained
Trust Issues

Democracy depends on reliable information. But what happens when facts are harder to find, misinformation spreads quickly, and local news disappears?

This episode unpacks how information flows through media, algorithms, and social platforms, why trust is declining, and what it means for young people trying to make informed decisions about their future.

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3 weeks ago
37 minutes 46 seconds

Democracy, Explained
The Wisdom of the Crowd

Participation is more than voting, it’s about who gets to take part, how accessible the process is, and why so many people feel left out. This episode explores the barriers to participation, the difference between theoretical and real access, and the reforms that could make engagement more fair, transparent, and inclusive for all.

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1 month ago
32 minutes 26 seconds

Democracy, Explained
Let the People Govern

What is democracy at its core, and how do institutions like schools, courts, and election bodies keep it alive?

This episode explores why institutions matter, how trust in them is changing, and how young people already interact with them often without realizing it.

Understanding these systems is the first step to holding them accountable.

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1 month ago
8 minutes 14 seconds

Democracy, Explained
Teaser
  • Apathy is Boring’s new podcast brings together voices from across Canada to explore democracy, activism, and the power of youth to shape our future.

  • Through candid conversations and diverse perspectives, this series highlights the challenges and opportunities of civic engagement today.

  • From grassroots organizers to community leaders, discover how young people are driving change and reimagining what participation looks like.

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    1 month ago
    32 seconds

    Democracy, Explained
    Democracy works best when we understand it, question it, and take part in it. This podcast breaks down the systems, rights, and ideas that shape our everyday lives. Each episode dives into one of the five pillars of democracy—Participation, Information, Pluralism, Rights, and Elections—making complex ideas both accessible and engaging. Together, we’ll explore how democracy works, where it falls short, and how young people can participate in making it stronger and more resilient.