Recent Episodes
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Student Protests Can Backfire (Badly)
Apr 30, 2024 – 44:09 -
Third Parties Are Saving Democracy
Apr 23, 2024 – 35:05 -
Legalize Weed, But Not Like This
Apr 16, 2024 – 36:46 -
Interracial Marriages Can Still Be Racist
Apr 9, 2024 – 36:58 -
Don’t Blame Capitalism For The Housing Crisis
Apr 2, 2024 – 37:09 -
Anti-Vaxers Aren’t Just Extremists
Mar 26, 2024 – 35:48 -
You Probably Don’t Need Therapy Forever
Mar 19, 2024 – 44:41 -
Purity Is Poisoning the Progressive Movement
Mar 12, 2024 – 37:06 -
The House Should Elect The President
Mar 5, 2024 – 44:52 -
Horse Race Journalism Is Good, Actually
Feb 27, 2024 – 44:38 -
Un-Cancel Woodrow Wilson
Feb 20, 2024 – 44:31 -
The Constitution Can’t Save Us
Feb 13, 2024 – 37:53 -
Campus Assault Hearings Are A Disaster
Feb 6, 2024 – 36:56 -
Actually, Trump Supporters Are Delusional
Jan 30, 2024 – 38:29 -
Feminism Is Dying (But It Can Be Saved)
Jan 23, 2024 – 35:40 -
George Santos and Gypsy-Rose Aren’t Your Icons
Jan 16, 2024 – 43:56 -
Trump Voters Are Not Delusional
Jan 9, 2024 – 41:35 -
Yes, You Can Self Improve Right Now
Jan 2, 2024 – 47:41 -
How To Grieve an Estranged Parent
Dec 26, 2023 – 47:17 -
The Holidays Are Tacky. Embrace It
Dec 19, 2023 – 37:28 -
Race Isn’t Real. The Census Should Reflect That.
Dec 12, 2023 – 42:58 -
The Oppressed Still Have Moral Duties
Dec 5, 2023 – 33:23 -
Psychiatry Alone Can’t Heal You Completely
Nov 28, 2023 – 41:24 -
Be The Holiday A--hole
Nov 21, 2023 – 42:20 -
It’s Time To Sunset Social Security
Nov 14, 2023 – 46:04 -
Nerds are a Menace to Society
Nov 7, 2023 – 42:15 -
On Halloween, Death Should Be Celebrated
Oct 31, 2023 – 37:14 -
You Don’t Need to Post About Israel and Palestine
Oct 24, 2023 – 40:29 -
Teaching Civics Can’t Save Democracy
Oct 17, 2023 – 43:02 -
Columbus Day Is Worth Celebrating
Oct 10, 2023 – 38:59 -
Walks Are Boring, Nay, Agonizing
Oct 3, 2023 – 31:14 -
Being Adopted Is Traumatic
Sep 26, 2023 – 41:18 -
Bring Back The Draft
Sep 19, 2023 – 36:49 -
It’s Time To End The Engagement Ring
Sep 12, 2023 – 32:17 -
Overconfidence Is Killing The Supreme Court
Sep 5, 2023 – 39:27 -
Harm Reduction Saves Lives
Aug 29, 2023 – 32:48 -
Sit Down and Shut Up at Concerts and Theaters
Aug 22, 2023 – 40:45 -
You’re Not Too Cool To Go On A Cruise
Aug 15, 2023 – 36:01 -
Affirmative Action Failed Poor Black Kids
Aug 8, 2023 – 35:32 -
Less Porn, More Sex Tapes
Aug 1, 2023 – 28:03 -
Learning Gun Safety Could Save Your Kids’ Lives
Jul 25, 2023 – 39:35 -
The U.S. Sugar Program Isn’t A Sweet Deal
Jul 18, 2023 – 34:40 -
You Need To Care About Meghan Markle
Jul 11, 2023 – 43:04 -
Insurrection Is A Force For Good
Jul 4, 2023 – 35:13 -
Patriarchy Hurts All Of Us — Including Men
Jun 27, 2023 – 36:01 -
Descendants Of Slaves Don’t Need Reparations
Jun 20, 2023 – 46:53 -
A Little Racism Can Be A Good Thing
Jun 13, 2023 – 28:45 -
Corporate Pride is Tacky, Pointless and Counterproductive
Jun 6, 2023 – 45:22 -
“Thank You For Your Service” Feels Cheap
May 30, 2023 – 27:35 -
Policing Can’t Be Reformed And Must Be Abolished
May 23, 2023 – 34:56
Recent Reviews
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No DRMObjectivity as a form of CowardiceIn theory, a host of a podcast discussing myriad societal issues with people from across the political spectrum, and pushing back equally on their assertions and dogma regardless of their party or background would be a good thing. However, this is another show platforming people who would’ve been seen as dangerous ideologues only a few years ago, and massively expanding the Overton window by acting as though apologists for extremists are only as misguided (and quite possibly as deep-down-good) as people who spend all their time trying to protect democracy and prevent the systematic undermining of fundamental rights and norms.
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elizschlesPurity episodeI really liked this episode. Shaniqua McClendon was a great guest.
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StevenRatesSomeStuffBoth sides nonsenseBoth sides are “bad” 😒. I’m the same as my newly white power uncle that I don’t want to talk to any more. I guess I should try harder to reach out to him because it’s my fault for being a snob. I hope she realizes the knots Slate is tyinf her into with this both-sides-ism nonsense before it’s too late.
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claire's on itSocial Security EpisodeThere’s a discussion that needs to be had about Social Security, but the host and her guest are not the two who should be doing it. I can’t tell if they’re shamelessly dishonest or just stunningly ignorant. This podcast claims to provide “smart, fair debates”with “integrity, and without clichés” but after listening to this one, I sincerely doubt it. It was another wall-to-wall cliché of the usual talking points premised on lies. I’m sorry I wasted my time. There are better podcasts out there if you want to hear honest discussions about important topics.
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Tango78Silence? Really?When you ask people to not speak about Israel or Palestine, you are really saying keep quiet about your outrage about the genocide the world is seeing play in real time. Israel has the support of the US military, the US media and has a big advertising campaign. That is not going to change. Asking people not to say anything? Really? We know better.
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gusgus226Not very goodThis doesn’t achieve its aspiration. It perpetuates false binaries. The guests often seem strained to defend ridiculous positions. Both side-ism for both sides-isms sake. Its a shame.
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Shadow_Lord_YSo worth the listen!I’m pleased to hear well spoken discussions, whether I agree or not. This pod is strongly produced and engineered, a pleasure.
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OrthoDonnieBirthing peopleWhen I say the word “birthing people” I was out.
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silly goosin’Challenging and funI think certain other reviewers might not have gotten the memo that this show seems to want to pose the listener challenging ideas that they might disagree with. I’m finding the show does a great job at that — when I see an episode title and think “oh, BOY,” I know I’m in for some brain-expanding conversation. Celeste routinely says at the end of the eps that she hasn’t been convinced by the guest, and I can’t say I have been either, but that’s the point, I think?
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Sheff1234GreatAwesome show
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i like kittenzTruly balanced and fascinating viewpointsMs. Headlee brings a refreshing perspective and thoughtful questions to her guests. She allows the guests to share their thoughts uninterrupted—which is unusual in podcasts and society writ large—then offers her own experiences and perspectives to challenge their viewpoints. This show is like listening to two intelligent people debate one another respectfully…I LOVE IT!
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MJO642An impressive and thoughtful discussionThis podcast provides a civil and deeply thoughtful discussion without being either overly deferential or confrontational. Such a relief from the standard news cycles.
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