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Politicology

Politics in America is transforming. We’re embarking on a new series to deepen our understanding of who we are, how we got here, and how we rebuild without repeating the mistakes of the past. Ron Steslow hosts academics, behavioral economists, social psychologists, politicos, philosophers, anthropologists, journalists, poets, and storytellers—and more—to discuss America’s political present and future and dive into the deeper problems we face as a nation. Email us questions or comments:

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76:35

Kamalaphoria—The Weekly Roundup

Politicology ·

2024/07/26

To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plusThis week: Joe Biden’s decision to drop out of the presidential race, Kamala Harris clears the field as she rides a tidal wave of support to the top of the Democratic ticket , Republicans switch gears to campaign against her, and the dizzying narrative change about Joe Biden’s capacities that have devastated trust in media. Finally, in our exclusive Politicology+ episode we discuss the Secret Service Director resigning in the wake of the

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78:41

Power To The People: Decentralizing Technology

Politicology ·

2024/07/24

Host Ron Steslow welcomes Mike Brock, CEO of TBD, a subsidiary of Block Inc. (formerly Square), the financial technology firm led by Twitter founder Jack Dorsey.The Internet is dominated by massive, corporate walled gardens like Google, Facebook, and Twitter (now X), where centralized control makes their users (us!) vulnerable to censorship and manipulation. In this episode, we explore how the movement to decentralize technology empowers individuals, protects against corporate and government

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17:43

TAPPED: Mike Madrid on Biden Leaving the Race

Politicology ·

2024/07/22

To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plusAfter three of the most chaotic weeks in American political history, Ron Steslow and Mike Madrid (Cofounders of the Lincoln Project) discuss: - Joe Biden leaving the Presidential race after the pressure campaign from Democrats - Kamala Harris consolidating support and whether it changes the electoral college map - Whether Harris helps or hurts with the erosion of non-white, non-college educated voters away from the Democratic ticket, and

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76:11

“We Can’t Go On Like This” —The Weekly Roundup

Politicology ·

2024/07/20

To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plusThis week, we discuss the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, the Republican National Convention, the state of the Republican Party, and the state of the Democrats’ effort to oust Joe Biden. Joining Ron Steslow on this week’s panel: Matt Bennett (Founder & Executive Vice President for Public Affairs at Third Way) Lucy Caldwell (Board Advisor to the Renew Democracy Initiative and advisor to the Forward Party) Segments this week: (02:58)

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88:21

ENCORE: Democracy Interventions with Prof. Robb Willer

Politicology ·

2024/07/16

What are the psychological forces driving that partisan animosity?What’s causing Americans to vote for anti-democracy candidates? Are there any interventions that might actually work to turn down the heat and save our democracy? Robb Willer, professor of sociology, psychology, and organizational behavior at Stanford University talks with Ron Steslow about Stanford’s Strengthening Democracy Challenge, reducing partisan animosity and support for anti-democracy candidates . (01:31) Robb’s

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80:51

Yes, Biden Can Win—The Weekly Roundup

Politicology ·

2024/07/12

To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plusThis week, we discuss the spectacle of the continuing Democratic attacks on Joe Biden’s candidacy that ignore or misunderstand his path to victory. We also show the contrast of Trump’s own top advisors seeming more concerned about the dark consequences of reelecting him than many Democrats. Then, we talk about how Bidenworld can repair their credibility with reporters after his inner circle worked to keep the signs of his aging under

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62:56

ENCORE: Your Face Belongs To Us — Part 2

Politicology ·

2024/07/10

Have you ever thought about what it means to be anonymous? Have you considered what it means that you can walk down the street or go to the grocery store or out to dinner without someone you’ve never met knowing your name, everything you’ve posted online, or your political leanings? Or when you go on a first date with someone, they’d walk in knowing your dating history, your political affiliations, your credit score or what groceries you buy? Advancements in facial recognition and a secretive

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64:31

Friendly Fire—The Weekly Roundup

Politicology ·

2024/07/04

To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plusThis week we discuss the fallout from Joe Biden’s debate performance, the calls for him to end his campaign, and the electability argument for him to stay in. Then we talk about the rising stakes of the election and how emboldened Trump will be in a second term. Finally, we head to Politicology+ where we discuss Third Way’s initiative to create a talent bank of moderate and center-left to staff the next Democratic administration. Joining Ron

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48:16

ENCORE: Your Face Belongs To Us — Part 1

Politicology ·

2024/07/03

Have you ever thought about what it means to be anonymous? Have you considered what it means that you can walk down the street or go to the grocery store or out to dinner without someone you’ve never met knowing your name, everything you’ve posted online, or your political leanings? Or when you go on a first date with someone, they’d walk in knowing your dating history, your political affiliations, your credit score or what groceries you buy? Advancements in facial recognition and a secretive

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73:39

An Unmitigated Disaster—The Weekly Roundup

Politicology ·

2024/06/28

To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plusThis week we discuss the first presidential debate between Biden and Trump. We also discuss the expectations game and the impact of the debate on undecided voters. Then we talk about the plausibility of a different Democratic nominee. We also get real about our frustration and embarrassment with the debate and the choice we’re facing in November. Then, in Politicology+ we talk about the increase in political text messages, how you can now get

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59:28

ENCORE: Democracy’s Christian Enemies — Part 2

Politicology ·

2024/06/26

Are there tendencies within Christian tradition that put some versions of the faith in tension with core principles of democracy?What is “Authoritarian Reactionary Christianity?” How can a pluralistic society guard against the rise of political figures—including Donald Trump—aiming to weaponize this phenomenon? In this two-part conversation, we dive into these provocative questions with the Rev. Prof. David Gushee (Distinguished University Professor of Christian Ethics at Mercer University) and

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85:58

Depends On Your Lens—The Weekly Roundup

Politicology ·

2024/06/21

To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plusThis week we discuss the recent viral videos of President Biden, deceptive editing, and spin. Then we talk about the report from Columbia University on antisemitism on its campus and the implications of GenZ’s struggle with conflict resolution. Then, we look at President Biden's executive order to give undocumented spouses of American citizens easier access to green cards and a pathway to citizenship. Finally, in Politicology+ we talk about the

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59:07

ENCORE: Democracy’s Christian Enemies — Part 1

Politicology ·

2024/06/19

Are there tendencies within Christian tradition that put some versions of the faith in tension with core principles of democracy?What is “Authoritarian Reactionary Christianity?” How can a pluralistic society guard against the rise of political figures—including Donald Trump—aiming to weaponize this phenomenon? In this two-part conversation, Ron Steslow and Rev. Prof. David Gushee (Distinguished University Professor of Christian Ethics at Mercer University) discuss these provocative questions

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84:01

The Part-Time Boom—The Weekly Roundup

Politicology ·

2024/06/14

To join Politicology+, visit politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts.This week we discuss the discrepancy between the positive headlines and the reality of people struggling with part-time jobs and rising prices, Israel rescuing hostages, and new Russian sanctions. Joining Ron Steslow on this week’s panel: Zack Czajkowski (Fmr. Lincoln Project Political Director) Molly McKew (writer and lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare) Segments this week: (03:46) Jobs

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78:29

ENCORE: Holy War—Part 1

Politicology ·

2024/06/13

Amid the sea of Trump flags outside the Capitol on January 6th, there were signs that read “Jesus is my Savior, Trump is my President.” A group of protestors carried a giant cross as they marched around the Capitol. Why were these Christian images on prominent display? What role did Charismatic Christianity play in the buildup to the riot at the capitol? How is it continuing to shape our politics? In this two-part episode, Matthew Taylor (writer and creator of the audio-documentary series

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ENCORE: Holy War—Part 2

Politicology ·

2024/06/13

Amid the sea of Trump flags outside the Capitol on January 6th, there were signs that read “Jesus is my Savior, Trump is my President.” A group of protestors carried a giant cross as they marched around the Capitol. Why were these Christian images on prominent display? What role did Charismatic Christianity play in the buildup to the riot at the capitol? How is it continuing to shape our politics? In this two-part episode, Matthew Taylor (writer and creator of the audio-documentary series

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88:29

Guilt & Glee—The Weekly Roundup

Politicology ·

2024/06/07

To join Politicology+, visit politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts.Lucy Caldwell (Board Advisor to the Renew Democracy Initiative and advisor to the Forward Party) joins host Ron Steslow this week to discuss Donald Trump’s conviction in the New York hush money case, Joe Biden's executive order on border security, and the Wall Street Journal report on Biden's cognitive fitness Segments this week: (04:11) Trump’s conviction (26:07) Border executive order (40:25) Biden slipping and

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78:28

LIVE: The Latino Century with Mike Madrid

Politicology ·

2024/06/05

Preorder The Latino Century: How America's Largest Minority Is Transforming Democracy—https://bit.ly/4a7ZCqgHost Ron Steslow sits down with Mike Madrid in front of a live audience in Sacramento, CA to discuss Mike’s upcoming book The Latino Century: How America's Largest Minority Is Transforming Democracy. Special thanks to everyone who made a donation and to our Politicology+ members who got early access to this intimate event! You can become a Politicology+ member today at

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74:30

Full Blown Freakout—The Weekly Roundup

Politicology ·

2024/05/31

To join Politicology+, visit politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts.This week, we discuss the “Dems in full blown ‘freakout’ over Biden.” Then, we talk about the high-level NIH officials who tried to undermine government transparency—including about the coronavirus. After that, we look at rising debt interest payments and why high interest rates are making it harder to manage the debt Joining Ron Steslow on this week’s panel: Mike Madrid (Lincoln Project cofounder) Anthony

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99:03

Bitcoin is Changing the Fight for Freedom

Politicology ·

2024/05/29

Host Ron Steslow welcomes Alex Gladstein (Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation) to discuss the significant and often misunderstood role of Bitcoin in protecting human rights and fighting against authoritarians around the world.Segments to look forward to: (02:07) Alex’s background in human rights work and why he became interested in Bitcoin (16:18) Bitcoin vs other cryptocurrencies (26:04) Financial privilege (38:35) Bitcoin in action (45:50) Bitcoin creating financial

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