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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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.
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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