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The Nova Society

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

We address listener questions about the headlines shaping today’s world and the social and political forces behind them. Our mission is to offer clear, unbiased commentary rooted in critical thinking and analytical rigor. Through thoughtful, in‑depth conversations, we examine current events and the challenges facing society, while still keeping space for engaging, enjoyable dialogue. We hold that facts matter, and that misinformation and disinformation remain among the most serious threats to an

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20:05

The US boycotting the G20 meeting. Good idea or bad?...

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2025/11/27

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, our question is from Linda, who lives in Newport News, Virginia, and asks, "It’s being reported that the G20, of which the US is a part, is going to meet in Africa soon." Trump, in his usual buffoon way, says the UJS will not attend and even insulted the leader of the summit. He’s claimed that in South Africa, Whites are being killed and their homes and ...

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22:16

Violence in the West Bank S4E233 10.26.2025

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2025/11/26

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, our question is from Sandra, who lives in Detroit, Michigan, and asks, I’m seeing a lot of reports of violence in the West Bank. Mosques being burnt down, beatings of Palestinians, and Olive Trees being killed to stop Palestinian harvesting. With the fighting in Gaza pretty much over, is this Netanyahu's new war to stay in power? Support the show The Nov...

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15:37

Will there be war with Venezuela? S4E232 10.25.2025

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2025/11/25

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! Today our question is from Hank from Los Angeles, California, asks, This is a short and sweet question. Are we going to war with Venezuela? If yes, what do you think the real purpose is? If no, why the buildup? Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the...

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31:23

Will the Epstein Files Amount to Anything? S4E231...

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2025/11/24

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, our question is from Stephen from Akron, Ohio, who asks: "So, I guess the Epstein Files are about to be released." I see only 1 Republican voted no. So, is this going to amount to anything? Or is this just another political bullshit game that will distract the nation for a couple of weeks and then never amount to anything real? Support the show The...

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17:55

What is in the Bill to Reopen the Government? S4E230...

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2025/11/21

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 hear from Joyce, who lives in Atlanta Ga and asks, So what is actually in the bill to reopen the government? I know a lot of people are saying the Democrats caved in, as usual, but does the panel totally agree with this assessment? Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message ...

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28:59

The Government Reopens. Now What S4E229 10.20.2025

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2025/11/20

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 heard from Trudy, who lives in Boulder, CO. Trudy asks, It looks like the government will reopen shortly. This might mean that many issues the Republicans were able to sidestep may now come up for a vote. First, Johnson will need to swear in the new Representative from Arizona. Also, the release of the Epstein files might now become a reality. So, do y...

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12:46

50-year mortgages and 2-thousand-dollar checks S4E228...

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2025/11/20

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 hear from Lester, who lives in Pittsburgh, PA Lester asks, "So, Trump is trying to regain some popularity by floating short-term promises to his base." His 50-year mortgage idea and telling people he wants to give everyone a $2000 check. Does the panel think this will affect his popularity? In my opinion, a 50-year mortgage would primarily benefit mortgage l...

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19:49

The Democrats Cave, What it might mean S4E227 10.18.2025

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2025/11/18

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, our email is from Jessica, who lives in Syracuse, NY. Jessica asks, so it comes as no surprise to me, but 8 Democrats caved in the Senate, and it looks like the government may reopen soon. So, I was wondering if this turn of events is a surprise to the panel. Also, it seems that this might turn back the Blue wave of last week's election results. What do ...

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28:57

The Psychology of Trumpism Ft. Dr. Stephen Ducat...

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2025/11/17

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 conclude our conversation with Dr. Stephen Ducat, discussing more on Trumpism, Tribalism, and the future of American politics. 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 Que...

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30:19

The Psychology of Trumpism ft. Dr. Stephen Dukat...

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2025/11/15

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 have a special guest, Dr. Stephen Dukat, who is an author and psychologist. We will be discussing the psychology of Trumpism. 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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20:20

A message from a Federal Employee S4E224 10.13.2025

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2025/11/15

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, as the federal government reopens, we wanted to read an email received from a federal employee, who shared the impact of the shutdown on families with the world. 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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37:21

Election 2025 What was the impact of the shutdown and...

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2025/11/12

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, we conclude our discussion about the 2025 elections. What was the impact of the shutdown on the Blue Wave and where does the country go from here? 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 ...

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19:33

Election 2025 The Ballot measures that really...

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2025/11/11

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, we continue our conversation analyzing the 2025 election, and we turn to the ballot measures that we feel really mattered. 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 ...

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14:31

The 2025 Elections - The New Jersey Governor and the...

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2025/11/10

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 continue our discussion analyzing the 2025 elections and what they might mean going forward. Today, we look at the New Jersey Governor and the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania 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...

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26:31

The NYC and Virgina Elections 2025 S4E220 10.07.2025

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2025/11/10

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 will be discussing the elections held this past Tuesday. We will start off with the NYC Mayoral election and the Virginia State elections. 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...

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43:18

Is Trump fit for Office S4E219 10.06.2025

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2025/11/07

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 have a conversation with our guest, Dr. John D. Gartner, noted Physiotherapist and author, notably involved with the Duty to Warn movement, that supports the conclusion that Donald Trump is not mentally fit for office. Support the show The Nova Society Podcast Season 4 every Monday - Friday! Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page Direct SMS message to the ...

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15:02

Did Hamas make a mistake agreeing to the ceasefire?...

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2025/11/05

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 our question is from Tamera, who lives in Pittsburgh, PA, and Tamera asks So the ceasefire seems to be going badly. Israel is accusing Hamas of violating the ceasefire and has said it will resume military strikes. I know you talked about this a week or so ago, and I agree with your assessment. Once the hostages were released, nothing was standing in...

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19:30

Should the shutdown going into November make...

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2025/11/04

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, our question comes from Raymond, who lives in Louisville, Kentucky, and Raymond asks, So I know the shutdown is big news right now, and I was looking at some dates that might make Republicans a little nervous. This Tuesday, the Air Traffic Controllers will miss their first paycheck. The military is set to miss their checks on October 31st unless some other “an...

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18:05

Is MGT jumping the Trump ship? S4E216 11.03.2025

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2025/11/03

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 our question is from Lesleigh, who lives in Tacoma, Washington, and Lesleigh asks So Marjorie Taylor Greene is now complaining about the government shutdown, which is in its 3rd week. So, I was wondering, is this a sign of something bigger? She normally follows along with whatever Trump does without question. As this shutdown drags on, do you guys think m...

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21:16

Could Trump Serve a third term? S4E215 10.31.2025

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2025/10/31

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, on Halloween, we have a spooky question that should scare us all from James, who lives in St. Paul, Min, and James asks, So Trump sycophants and Trump himself are floating the idea that he could run for another term. I know the Constitution says only 2 terms, but is there any possibility he might be able to pull this off? Support the show The Nova Society Podc...

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