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Outrage Overload: Rethinking politics, division, and media

David Beckemeyer

If you"re angry, frustrated, or scared about the state of politics and media and looking for thoughtful, balanced discussions, this podcast is for you. About 30 minutes every few weeks. It will change your life.Outrage Overload explores the extreme polarization and political bias dominating politics and media today. We dive into the anger and outrage that drive divisions between people, distort the news, and fuel political violence. Each episode features leading scientists, researchers, authors, and

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39:44

19. About half the people simply don't notice the...

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2023/08/09

Outrage 19 – What do scams and outrage porn have in common? – Christopher ChabrisIn this episode, David interviews Chris Chabris about his book "Nobody's Fool: Why We Get Taken In and What to Do About It." They discuss the cognitive habits that make us susceptible to scams and outrage, and how to avoid falling for misinformation and manipulation. They explore the concept of focus and what's missing, the limitations of memory, the power of precision and repetition, and the truth

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45:16

BONUS - Step one: storm the capitol - Ben Hamilton

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2023/08/02

Sorry Guys, We Stormed the Capitol – Ben HamiltonBen Hamilton is the author of "Sorry Guys, We Stormed the Capitol: Eyewitness Accounts of January 6th." He is the founder of the Chasing History Project, which aims to document controversial events and provide firsthand accounts. Hamilton has a background in history and has conducted extensive interviews with individuals who witnessed the events of January 6th.Summary: Ben Hamilton discusses his book and the events of January 6th, providing

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28:32

18. You can't necessarily just vote your way out of...

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2023/07/26

Dave Troy discusses the importance of addressing the underlying cultural factors that perpetuate disinformation and polarization in society. He emphasizes the need to go beyond surface-level analysis and focus on building social connections and trust between people of different backgrounds. Dave suggests that the current political climate in the United States is unsustainable and calls for a reinvention of culture to support a functional democracy. He also highlights the destructive power of

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BONUS - Secret docs Trump indictment - Jon Marshall

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2023/07/19

In this episode, we are joined by esteemed guest Jon Marshall, a renowned historian, who provides invaluable insight into the historical significance of this indictment. Together, we examine the profound implications for our democracy and the delicate balance between national security and accountability.However, the story takes an unexpected turn as the indictment becomes highly politicized. We explore the divisive debates and contrasting viewpoints that have emerged, with some perceiving it as a

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17. The billion dollar question for democracy -...

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2023/07/12

Tobias Rose-Stockwell is our guest for this episode. His brand new book is OUTRAGE MACHINEHow Tech Amplifies Discontent and Disrupts Democracy—And What We Can Do About ItTogether, we’ll examine the historical context of societal stability and the shifts that have led us to this current climate of anger and polarization. We’ll explore the role of media, including social media platforms, in fueling outrage and examine the consequences it has on our mental health and social fabric.If you’ve ever felt

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34:48

16. The biggest conspiracy of all is that nobody...

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2023/06/28

In this episode, we are joined by Professor Michael Serazio, a former journalist, who interviewed political consultants to uncover the nuanced methods that fuel the era of outrage politics. He helps us understand the hidden tactics employed by savvy political consultants.In a world consumed by outrage and polarizing narratives, this thought-provoking conversation lifts the curtain on the strategies used by political consultants to shape public opinion. Prepare to be captivated as we peel back the

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BONUS - Street Outrage - Unfiltered Trio

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2023/06/21

In this thought-provoking Street Outrage BONUS episode of the Outrage Overload Podcast, host David Beckemeyer leads a candid discussion with guests Stephanie and Luz from the Unfiltered Trio Podcast, exploring the challenges of engaging in difficult conversations, the impact of wokeism, and the rise of cancel culture in today's society. Together, they dive into the complexities of navigating sensitive topics, the importance of open dialogue, and the potential consequences of online

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15. Validation is the WD40 of our world - Hesha Abrams

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2023/06/14

I sit down with Hesha Abrams, an acclaimed author, speaker, and mediator. Abrams has spent decades studying the art of conflict resolution and has developed practical tools for diffusing tension and promoting dialogue. The divisiveness in America has also had a significant impact on our personal lives. Many people have reported feeling isolated and alone because they feel like they cannot talk to their friends and family about their political views. This isolation can lead to depression, anxiety,

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42:42

14. The danger is, of course, when Dennis Nedry...

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2023/05/31

Trust in media, misinformation, disinformation, news literacy, content moderation. How do we stay informed without becoming overwhelmed with outrage overload? These are all challenging problems.In this episode, I sit down with Shippensburg University Professor Lawrence Eppard to find answers.Eppard is also the Director of the Connors Forum for a Healthy Democracy and host of our sister show Utterly Moderate Podcast.Support the showShow Notes:https://outrageoverload.net/ Follow me, David Beckemeyer,

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BONUS - An anthropologist goes to CPAC - Alexander...

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2023/05/24

The Conservative Political Action Conference, better known as CPAC, started in the 1970s to unify and enforce GOP ideology. It remained a fairly small affair for its first 25 years of existence. As conservative media grew in popularity, CPAC evolved into more of a live conservative entertainment experience. It is perhaps best known for hosting controversial figures and delivering controversial soundbites, and dare I say, outrage. And journalists eat it up, serving up the most outrageous moments to

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13. This is really primal stuff - Ritsaart Reimann

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2023/05/17

There’s been a drum beat, suggesting that social media and information silos, echo chambers, are a driving force behind our divisiveness and polarization.New research suggests this may be overstated.It may have more to do with the very nature of how we come to know or believe things in the political realm.In this episode, I sit down with researcher Ritsaart Reimann who looked at decades of research to propose some hypotheses for what’s going on as well as some ideas for improving the situation.The

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34:19

12. Not everybody wants to talk to a sexologist, yet...

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2023/05/03

Some scientists have made the analogy that our left / right politics in the United States are like a toxic marriage. In this episode, we lean into that analogy with clinical sexologist and relationship coach, Tiffynee Terry-Thomas.Support the showShow Notes:https://outrageoverload.net/ Follow me, David Beckemeyer, on Twitter @mrblog. Follow the show on Twitter @OutrageOverload or Instagram @OutrageOverload. We are also on Facebook /OutrageOverload.HOTLINE: 925-552-7885Got a Question, comment or just

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BONUS - ChatGPT vs. Human Political Persuasion - Hui Bai

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2023/04/26

In this BONUS episode, we speak with researcher (Max) Hui Bai of the Stanford Impact Labs. about his recent recent study looking into the effectiveness of ChatGPT AI at influencing humans’ political attitudes.The researchers write:“Due to the availability of LLMs, anyone can now “write” unlimited amounts of persuasive messages. It is now much easier to create misinformation campaigns targeting voters and legislators, threatening accurate perceptions of politicized events.These can ultimately

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BONUS - We dismissed him as a buffoon - Kevin Bass

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2023/03/29

I speak with Kevin Bass, an M.D./Ph.D. student, who recently wrote an opinion piece for Newsweek titled It’s Time for the Scientific Community to Admit We Were Wrong About COVID and It Cost Lives that has stirred up quite a bit of controversy.We discuss the issue of trust between the scientific community and the public, that the temperature needs to be lowered, and that perhaps the scientific community should be more open to criticism in order to rebuild trust. Listen and you decide.Support the

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9. A lot of angry reactions - Steven Rathje - Part Two

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2023/03/22

This is part-two of a two-part series with Dr. Steven Rathje discussing research that found that social media creates incentives for out-group animosity, which can be a factor in increasing polarization. It is also harmful for mental health and society.In this episode, we also talk about the increasing problem of transparency of social media platforms and how independent researchers are being shut out. This makes it impossible for researchers to examine the impacts of these platforms on

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37:47

8. A lot of angry reactions - Steven Rathje - Part One

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2023/03/08

In this episode we talk to Dr. Steven Rathje, building on research from prior episodes, we look at how out-group animosity drives engagement on social media.Part one of a two-part series.In this episode you will learn about negative affect language, moral language, negativity bias, social identity theory, and much more.Support the showShow Notes:https://outrageoverload.net/ Follow me, David Beckemeyer, on Twitter @mrblog. Follow the show on Twitter @OutrageOverload or Instagram @OutrageOverload. We

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7. What took us five years of research he understood...

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2023/02/22

I got a chance to sit down with professor Jeffrey M. Berry to catch up on what has changed (and what hasn’t changed) with the outrage industry since the publishing of his book “The Outrage Industry: Political Opinion Media and the New Incivility.”Support the showShow Notes:https://outrageoverload.net/ Follow me, David Beckemeyer, on Twitter @mrblog. Follow the show on Twitter @OutrageOverload or Instagram @OutrageOverload. We are also on Facebook /OutrageOverload.HOTLINE: 925-552-7885Got a Question,

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BONUS - Ninety-nine percent were so nice

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2023/02/15

This BONUS episode tells the story of a small-town mom who is robbed at the ATM and posts a heads-up to neighbors on the social media site Nextdoor only to be attacked with victim blaming and partisan politics.Support the showShow Notes:https://outrageoverload.net/ Follow me, David Beckemeyer, on Twitter @mrblog. Follow the show on Twitter @OutrageOverload or Instagram @OutrageOverload. We are also on Facebook /OutrageOverload.HOTLINE: 925-552-7885Got a Question, comment or just thoughts you'd

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