Deep Dive with Shawn C. Fettig

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Deep Dive with Shawn C. Fettig

Welcome to Deep Dive, the podcast where politics, history, and queer lives intersect in engaging, in-depth conversations. I'm Dr. Shawn C. Fettig, a political scientist, and I've crafted this show to go beyond the headlines, diving into the heart of critical issues with authors, researchers, activists, and politicians. Forget surface-level analysis; we're here for the real stories, the hidden layers, and the nuanced discussions that matter. Join me as we explore the intricate world of governance, democracy, and the challenges facing the LGBTQ+ community. Expect empathy, unique perspectives, and thought-provoking dialogue—no punditry, just genuine insights.Ready to dive in? Catch us on your favorite podcast platform, and don't forget to follow the conversation: Instagram & Threads: @deepdivewithshawnYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjZ9grY02HMCUR34qaWhNmQGot thoughts? Questions? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us a line at deepdivewithshawn@gmail.com."Deep Dive" - Because the most important conversations happen below the surface.

  1. The Unchecked Presidency: When One Branch Rules Them All (w/ Professor Daniel Farber)

    4 DAYS AGO

    The Unchecked Presidency: When One Branch Rules Them All (w/ Professor Daniel Farber)

    Could the American system of checks and balances crumble under a second Trump presidency? In this episode Berkeley Law Professor Daniel Farber, co-director of the Edley Center on Law and Democracy, joins the pod to discuss the complexities of executive authority in the U.S. government. From emergency powers initially crafted for crisis management to the potential overreach encouraged by figures such as Mitch McConnell and Mike Johnson, we explore how these dynamics could fundamentally alter t...

    47 min
  2. No Place Like Home: Immigration Under Another Trump Presidency (w/ Dr. Maria Cristina Garcia)

    NOV 10

    No Place Like Home: Immigration Under Another Trump Presidency (w/ Dr. Maria Cristina Garcia)

    Trump has won. He has plans. Dr. Maria Cristina Garcia joins me for a deep dive into the intricacies of immigration policy and its far-reaching effects on American society. We discuss the disinformation clouding public perception and policy debates. Staring down a second Trump presidency, we reflect on historical mass deportations and the dire economic and social consequences that could follow.We discuss forced migration, driven by authoritarian regimes and climate change, with a focus on reg...

    59 min
  3. Divide and Conquer: Presidential Election Law (w/ Dr. Norman Williams)

    NOV 3

    Divide and Conquer: Presidential Election Law (w/ Dr. Norman Williams)

    What if state legislatures could override the popular vote, revolutionizing the American electoral system? What if Donald Trump contests each state election in bad faith? What if Trump demands Congress refuse to certify an election he lost? What if Trump wins and summons mobs into the streets as a show of force? And, how does the American electoral system allow for, even sometimes promote, this type of chaos? In this episode, Dr. Norman Williams, a distinguished law professor at Willamette Un...

    1h 3m
  4. America Alone: The Costs of Isolationism (w/ Dr. Charles Kupchan)

    OCT 27

    America Alone: The Costs of Isolationism (w/ Dr. Charles Kupchan)

    Could America’s political polarization be paving the way for a return to a multipolar world? Dr. Charles Kupchan, Professor of International Affairs at Georgetown University and Senior Fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations, joins us to explore this provocative question. With the possibility of Trump reelection looming, we discuss the repercussions of an isolationist America retreating from its leadership role on the global stage. Dr. Kupchan explains the historical context of America's f...

    58 min
  5. The XX Factor: How Women Are Reshaping American Politics (w/ Dr. Sara Chatfield)

    OCT 20

    The XX Factor: How Women Are Reshaping American Politics (w/ Dr. Sara Chatfield)

    Dr. Sara Chatfield, a leading voice in gender politics from the University of Denver, and author of the book In Her Own Name: The Politics of Women's Rights Before Suffrage, joins Deep Dive to unpack the persistent gender gap in American politics—a divide that traces its roots back to the 1980s. We explore how shifts in male conservatism and Trumpism's focus on traditional masculinity have potentially steered more women toward the Democratic Party. As we look ahead to the 2024 election, this ...

    49 min
  6. Stability or Chaos: Can the US Keep Leading the World? (w/ Professor Edward Goldberg)

    OCT 13

    Stability or Chaos: Can the US Keep Leading the World? (w/ Professor Edward Goldberg)

    In this episode, we question the future of American leadership and its crucial role in maintaining the liberal world order. Could a second Donald Trump presidency shift the balance of power, allowing authoritarian regimes like China and Russia to gain prominence? Professor Edward Goldberg - expert on globalization, and author of the book The United States as Global Liberal Hegemon: How the US Came to Lead the World - joins Deep Dive to consider these pressing questions, offering keen insights...

    55 min
  7. MAGA Knows Best: The Way We Never Were (with Stephanie Coontz)

    OCT 6

    MAGA Knows Best: The Way We Never Were (with Stephanie Coontz)

    What if the family values we've been taught to cherish are nothing more than myths and, in fact, are dangerous? In this episode, historian and author of the book The Way We Never Were, Stephanie Coontz, helps us to understand the New Testament's radical interpretation of family, offering enlightening insights—and challenges the nostalgic allure of "traditional family values" often exploited in contemporary political discourse. We unmask the nostalgic fantasies fueling certain ideologies...

    1 hr
  8. Talk Isn’t Cheap: The High Cost of Lies and Gossip in Political Discourse (w/ Dr. Christopher Elias)

    SEP 29

    Talk Isn’t Cheap: The High Cost of Lies and Gossip in Political Discourse (w/ Dr. Christopher Elias)

    What if the very tools meant to inform and unify us are actually tearing our democracy apart? In this episode, we explore how gossip, rumor, and disinformation are used as tools in American politics, especially in the Trump era, to distort truth and threaten democracy. I chat with historian Dr. Christopher Elias, author of Gossip Men: J. Edgar Hoover, Joe McCarthy, Roy Cohn, and the Politicss of Insinuation, to unravel the intricate and often nefarious role of gossip, rumor, and misinformatio...

    1h 9m
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About

Welcome to Deep Dive, the podcast where politics, history, and queer lives intersect in engaging, in-depth conversations. I'm Dr. Shawn C. Fettig, a political scientist, and I've crafted this show to go beyond the headlines, diving into the heart of critical issues with authors, researchers, activists, and politicians. Forget surface-level analysis; we're here for the real stories, the hidden layers, and the nuanced discussions that matter. Join me as we explore the intricate world of governance, democracy, and the challenges facing the LGBTQ+ community. Expect empathy, unique perspectives, and thought-provoking dialogue—no punditry, just genuine insights.Ready to dive in? Catch us on your favorite podcast platform, and don't forget to follow the conversation: Instagram & Threads: @deepdivewithshawnYouTube: https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCjZ9grY02HMCUR34qaWhNmQGot thoughts? Questions? We'd love to hear from you! Drop us a line at deepdivewithshawn@gmail.com."Deep Dive" - Because the most important conversations happen below the surface.

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  • Creator
    Sea Tree Media
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2024
  • Episodes
    110
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Copyright
    © 2024 Deep Dive with Shawn C. Fettig
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