Beyond the Classroom - Michel Gov't Chat: Recent Episodes
Mr. Michel
Listen to fantastic discussions with individuals who are involved in a wide range of governmental positions and roles.
Howard Marotto is a Jackson High School class of '91 Alum. At Jackson he was highly involved in academics as well as athletics and upon his graduation he was honored by being named Mr. Jacksonite. Today he serves as a Colonel in the United States Marines.
Taylor Bennington is a current law student and board of trustee member at the University of Akron. Take a listen as we discuss how to succeed in college.
Hayden Dennis is a 2013 Jackson High School Alumni. Hayden did not go the traditional post - high school route to college full time. Hayden attended college part time while also working two jobs. This past winter, Hayden accepted a full time job offer with the Pro Football Hall of Fame working in Gold Jacket Relations.
Take a listen as we interview local magistrate, Jacque Huntley to discuss the in's and out's of local courts.
Mr. Amedeo has been teaching at Jackson High School for almost 20 years, and government for the last 10 years. He has an extensive background in law and court education, formerly serving as the Mock Trial Advisor. Take a listen as we discuss all things related to the Supreme Court.
For this episode we bring in Jackson High School Alumni, Kody Gonzalez who serves as the Chief Deputy Canton Municipal Clerk of Courts. Kody talks about the importance of State and Local Government, as well as how important elections are and how they function.
Dr. Matthew Akers works at the University of Akron in Government / Community Relations as well as assists in the running of the Bliss Institute for Applied Politics. Here he works as a professor teaching political science course as well as helps running the department administratively.
Richard mentions two fascinating things during this interview. First he talks about how in 2005 he became a Commodore. For more information on the Ohio Commodore's visit this link here: https://ohiocommodores.org/
Richard also mentions a story about Governor Kasich's State of the State Address in 2012. The link to the video is here: https://www.c-span.org/video/?304283-1/ohio-state-state-address. Richard's highlight can be found from the 1:15:40 - 1:16:23 mark.
Eric Escola worked for the State Highway Patrol for 37 year. Today many recognize him as a friendly face at Jackson High School or as an avid supporter at our athletic competition or art performances. Eric covers everything you need to know in regards to your 4th Amendment and what to do when you get pulled over.
Welcome to Beyond the Classroom - Michel Government Chat. Government is such a fascinating topic to discuss and study, with a complex system of federalism where we have a federal or central government, a state government and local governments. Also within each of those levels you will find in some way shape or form, a division of power and checks and balances through three branches, the executive, judicial and legislative. In this podcast we sit down with a wide range of people to interview them on their experiences within working in the public sector as well as hear their advice on how important government is within our daily lives. We hope you enjoy!