The podcast episodes provided discuss various aspects of local government and politics, including policies related to policing, mental health response, and immigration, as well as the candidacy of Ian Cain for the U.S. Senate in Massachusetts.

The Democracy Now! episode features interviews with a New York City Council member and discusses local policies and legislation, while the On The Brink with Castle Island episode focuses on Cain's background on the Quincy City Council and his views on issues important to Massachusetts voters.

These examples showcase how local government and politics intersect with national and international issues, such as police brutality, civil rights, and the Israeli-Palestinian conflict.