Topic: Illinois

2 chapters across the catalog

34: Big Momma Drama
29:58 - 33:21

34: Big Momma Drama

Racial Data, Public Health Censorship

Public health officials faced a dilemma in reporting that certain racial groups were more susceptible to COVID-19 due to pre-existing comorbidities. The fear of appearing racist or "singling out" a community led to a self-censoring process that delayed the delivery of vital health information. This victimization mentality is argued to be as harmful as actual racism, preventing the implementation of targeted health platforms by major political parties.

06: Meet The Parents
1:05:09 - 1:09:56

06: Meet The Parents

Illinois Child Support Reform and Financial Weaponization

Illinois recently shifted to an "Income Share" model for child support, which considers the income of both parents rather than just the non-custodial parent. This change is presented as a move toward fairness, as child support has historically been used as a "financial weapon" or "insurance policy" in bitter divorces. One host shares a personal experience of how lawyers encouraged his ex-wife to "clean him out" during their separation.