358 episodes
Words Matter The DSR Network
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4.4 • 36 Ratings
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American politics is undergoing seismic changes that will alter the course of history. At Words Matter, we believe that facts, evidence, truth and objective reality are necessary and vital in public discourse. Our hosts and guests have broad experience in government, politics and journalism -- this gives them a unique ability to explain recent events and place them in historic context. Together, with fellow journalists, elected officials, policy-makers and thought-leaders, they will analyze the week's news and get at the real truth behind all the distracting headlines. New episodes are released on Fridays.
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Untangling the University Protests
There’s much to unpack with the ceasefire protests at universities across the country. From students occupying a building at Columbia to the abysmal response by USC’s administration, it is clear that there is no easy way to address the issue. Norm and Kavita break down the latest news on this contentious topic, and why it may be even more impactful than we realize.
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What Happens When Leaders Don’t Lead
At the Supreme Court and college campuses, leaders aren’t leading. As the court weighs incredibly consequential decisions and colleges grapple with divisive protests, we need clear leadership more than ever. Norm and Kavita discuss this unique problem and where we go from here.
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Accountability is Gone but Not Forgotten in the Senate
The House is its own special kind of crazy, but the Senate is no slouch either. Tom Cotton’s recent comments calling for Americans to “take matters into their own hands” in response to protests reminds us that Senators can seemingly call for acts of violence and get away with it. Norm and Kavita break down the fall of accountability in the Senate and why some Senators continue to embarrass the institution.
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Republicans are Reaching New Levels of Ineptitude
House Republicans are fighting or floundering, Mike Johnson is traveling to Mar-a-Lago to pray at the altar of Trump, and Arizona lawmakers grapple with an archaic abortion law. All in a week’s work for this Republican Party. Norm and Kavita discuss the farce that is the contemporary Republican agenda and more.
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Joe Biden’s Israel Problem is Going from Bad to Worse
The Biden administration’s policy towards Israel has been controversial to say the least. As the conflict grinds on and the election approaches, it is clear that the conflict will loom large in the voting booth. Norm and Kavita break down the key issues that Biden faces, and why the administration desperately needs a new strategy.
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How is the Supreme Court Still Surprising Us?
The Supreme Court recently commenced hearings on a case that could restrict access to mifepristone, and the results were surprising. Only Justices Alito and Thomas appeared inclined towards supporting the ban on the drug, raising questions about the court's future direction. Norm and Kavita delve into the nuances of the hearing and the significant influence of women on the case.
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Customer Reviews
Words Matter cause they do.
One of my favourite podcasts. I love listening to Katie and Joe. They help me understand the horrible mess that our country is weathering. Often give me some sort of comfort that I’m longing for. They are smart and sincere.
Thank you for your hard work.
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In 3/27 episode, Kavita seems to refer to hydroxychloroquine when she probably meant ivermectin (equine wormer).
Easily the Best!
I listen to a lot of political podcasts but none come quite as close to being as superb as Words Matter with Katie and Joe. Such smart, inciteful analysis. The Post Mueller episode was quite exceptional. Highly recommended.