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The Nova Society

Dr. Mark George Bound, Dr. Scott Gerschwer, & Dr. Brooklynn Ann Welden

Answering listener questions about items in the news and the social/political issues facing today"s society. Our goal it to inform your world with unbiased commentary from a critical and analytical perspective. We provide in-depth conversations about current events and the issues that confront our society and have a little fun in the process. We firmly believe that facts do matter and that the greatest threat to civilization is misinformation and disinformation.

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26:21

The takeover of DC S4E161 08.18.2025

The Nova Society ·

2025/08/18

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today we are discussing the recent deployment of National Guard and FBI agents in the nation's capital. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Support the Nova Society Email us your Questions Subscribe to our RSS Feed Join...

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24:14

The Trump/Putin Summit S4E160 08.15.2025

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2025/08/17

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, we discuss the upcoming Trump/Putin Summit in Alaska. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Support the Nova Society Email us your Questions Subscribe to our RSS Feed Join Our Facebook Page & YouTube Channel Pa...

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14:09

Should the Mets fire their manager? S4E159 08.14.2025

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2025/08/17

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, Scott and I talk about the recent problems with the Mets and consider if the Mets should fire their manager. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Support the Nova Society Email us your Questions Subscribe to ...

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20:35

Are We Witnessing the Decline of American Global...

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2025/08/13

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a listener asks Are We Witnessing the Decline of American Global Influence or Its Recalibration? How do domestic issues like political gridlock and social unrest affect foreign policy credibility? Is the U.S. still seen as a moral leader on human rights and democracy? What role should the U.S. play in global conflicts—interventionist, isolationist, or som...

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21:14

, Is the Criminal Justice System Capable of Reform or...

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2025/08/12

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a listener asks Is the Criminal Justice System Capable of Reform or Is It Fundamentally Broken? What does meaningful reform look like beyond slogans like “defund” or “reform”? How do economic and racial disparities manifest in sentencing and policing? Can restorative justice models scale nationally, or are they limited to local experiments? Su...

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23:13

Has Social Media Become the New Public Square or a...

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2025/08/11

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a listener asks Has Social Media Become the New Public Square—or a Digital Echo Chamber? Are platforms like X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Threads enhancing or eroding democratic discourse? How do algorithms shape political awareness and activism? Should tech companies be held accountable for misinformation and polarization? Support the show The ...

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20:50

What Does “Electability” Really Mean and Who Gets to...

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2025/08/08

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a listener asks What Does 'Electability' Really Mean—and Who Gets to Define It? Is electability a coded term that reinforces systemic bias? How do race, gender, and class shape perceptions of political viability? Should voters challenge the narrative of electability more aggressively? Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday -...

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32:00

Is Political Polarization a Symptom or a Strategy? ...

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2025/08/08

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today a listener asks Is Political Polarization a Symptom or a Strategy? Are politicians and media outlets actively fueling division for strategic gain? How does polarization affect civic engagement and trust in institutions? Can bipartisan efforts still succeed in today’s climate—or are they performative Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 ...

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27:56

Is the UK Recognition of Palestine helpful S4E153...

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2025/08/06

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a listener asks if the panel believes that the UK recognizing the Palestinian state is a helpful move for the conflict in the region. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Support the Nova Society Email us your Quest...

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16:35

Should funding to universities be dependent on...

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2025/08/05

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a listener asks if university funding should be dependent on the school adhering to the current administration's political ideology. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Support the Nova Society Email us your Questi...

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27:29

Can the Us support Israel while supplying...

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2025/08/04

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a listener asks if the US can support Israel while supplying humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Support the Nova Society Email us your Questions Subscribe to our RSS ...

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23:16

Is the US moving toward Economic Nationalism S4E150...

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2025/08/01

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a listener asks if the recent economic moves by Trump are a signal that America is moving toward economic nationalism. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Support the Nova Society Email us your Questions Subscribe...

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29:07

Should Ghislaine Maxwell get immunity? S4E149 07.31.2025

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2025/07/31

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a listener asks if we think Congress should give Ghislaine Maxwell immunity for her testimony. Additionally, we are asked about our thoughts on the recent South Park Episode. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Sup...

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30:10

A trade deal with Japan. Are Trump's tariffs actually...

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2025/07/30

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a listener asks about a reported trade deal with Japan. Are Trump's tariffs actually working? Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Support the Nova Society Email us your Questions Subscribe to our RSS Feed Join Ou...

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17:53

Is the Nova Society concerned about our future?...

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2025/07/30

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a listener asks the panel if they are concerned about their safety and the future of the podcast. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Support the Nova Society Email us your Questions Subscribe to our RSS Feed Joi...

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38:06

The humanitarian Crisis in Gaza S4E146 07.28.2025

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2025/07/28

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, we answer a listener's question regarding the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Scott and our guest, Jared, have differing views on the situation. Mark points out that to gain accountability, civil discourse is necessary. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast fr...

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21:28

Is Trump planning on renaming everything? S4E145...

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2025/07/25

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! A listener asks if Trump's recent attempts to force the Washington Commanders to become the Redskins again are a signal that he is planning on renaming everything. Why would he be doing this? Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our ...

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33:01

UNESCO and USAID S4E144 0724.2025

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2025/07/24

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, we welcome our friend and colleague, Dr. Jared O. Bell, to the show as we answer a listener's question about President Trump's decision to withdraw the US from UNESCO. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Support th...

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28:08

A Trump Supporter Responds S4E143 07.23.2025

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2025/07/23

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a previous emailer to the show responds, telling us what he thinks we should be giving Trump credit for. Our answer might not be what he was looking for. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Support the Nova S...

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20:42

A disaster in Texas while ICS and the National Guard...

The Nova Society ·

2025/07/22

Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message! Today, a listener asks why people aren't outraged by ICS, the National Guard, and Marines patrolling LA while Texas is in the middle of a disaster? Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page. Support the Nova Society Email us you...

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