The Independent Asian: Recent Episodes
Caleb Lillquist
Drake University Sophomore Caleb Lillquist dives into the world of politics in opinion based episodes in order to grasp a better understanding of the country’s current events and the constantly evolving social problems of today. Above all though, is the pursuit of truth
Caleb dives into his political thoughts on the last debate, expressing strengths and highlights of the night found from both sides. Lillquist also hits on his frustrations that no one is addressing the rise of hate crimes towards Asian Americans despite numerous news and United Nation reports. Despite his disappointment, he expresses that Trump took the medal tonight for his excellent debate performance.
Student journalist Caleb Lillquist gives his thoughts and opinions on the debate between Senator Harris and Vice President Mike Pence
Student journalist Caleb Lillquist gives his thoughts on the latest presidential debate.
Student journalist Caleb Lillquist asks O’Brien what his message is for Drake students on fixing this polarized nation and what students should think about the Chinese Communist Party’s cover up of the Corona Virus.
In another editorialized episode, student-journalist Caleb Lillquist dives into his thoughts on the “Defund/Abolish” police movement. Lillquist makes the argument that not only is the idea counter productive to society and change, but the push from activists also uncovers the naked truth: This is simply a political stunt to push more polarization and anti-cop rhetoric in America today. Defunding the police will only hurt departments and those in them than create the change that is so needed in America’s policing.
Asian American journalist Caleb Lillquist interviews student Ashley Sinnorai and Asian Scholar Dr. Lam to get their perspective on the impact the Corona Virus has had on Asian Americans nation wide. This episode explores the racism that Asians have faced ever since the outbreak of COVID-19.
Asian American Journalist, Caleb Lillquist, gives his optimistic perspective on the Corona Virus pandemic. This Virus may be the event that begins the healing of our broken nation.
Student Journalist Caleb Lillquist is done being quiet. In this episode, Caleb calls out the intolerant student body on Drake’s Campus
Listen to Drake Students Autumn, Annie, and Lindsey give their opinions on President Trump being on Drake Univetsity’s Campus.
Student journalist Caleb Lillquist asks Yang’s input on what he thinks about the lack of diversity on the democratic debate stage and what advice he would give to future Asian Americans running for political office.
Presidential Candidate Pete Buttigieg talks about how he would fix the country’s divide, especially on today’s college campuses
At a Presidential Town Hall in Mason City Iowa, student journalist Caleb Lillquist asks Senator Warren what she would do if she was Commander in Chief dealing with the Iran dilemma and what she thinks about the Obama Administration not having congressional approval in 2011 to pursue military action in Libya.
Student Journalist Caleb Lillquist gives his opinion on what Americans need to work on in today’s society.
Student Journalist Caleb Lillquist Asks Presidential Candidate Tom Steyer on what he thinks about the recent events in Iran and whether or not the airstrike was a step In the right direction for the United States.
In a one on one conversation, Mayor Lightfoot and journalist Caleb Lillquist talk about the issues of Chicago, her challenges, and even her own take on the recent impeach inquiry.
Senator Graham came to Drake University and spoke in Cowles library. Here he talked to students and answered questions from them. I asked him his opinion on the recent impeachment developments, this audio is his response.
On Thursday Oct. 31st, Drake’s Student Senate voted down on a conservative group from becoming an organization on campus. In this episode, both sides of the coin are shown to further understand this entire dilemma.
Listen to what Drake Comrades have to say on student senate voting to possibly allow Turning Point USA to become an organization on campus: SPOIL ALERT, the Senate Vote fails.
In One Writer And His Thoughts next political episode, Lillquist dives into the facts of America’s Border Crisis that has been the topic of political debate and national discussion across the U.S.
In One Writer’s And His Thoughts First ever political podcast, Drake University Freshman Caleb Lillquist dives Into the fiasco of today’s diverse thinking being silenced. Whether if it’s social media or college campuses, society is becoming more intolerant to individuals with differing viewpoints of the world, who in turn get shut down.