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Politicology
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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: podcast@politicology.com.

  1. 2D AGO

    The Mirrorball Election—The Weekly

    This week, Ron Steslow and Susan Del Percio (MSNBC political analyst and crisis communications expert) break down Tuesday night’s election results, Mamdani’s win in New York City, the blowout wins for moderate Democrats in New Jersey and Virginia, and how these wins highlight the identity crisis within the Democratic Party.    In Politicology+ they unpack the Trump tariffs and the oral arguments in one of the most watched Supreme Court cases of the year.  Not yet a Politicology+ member? Don’t miss all the extra episodes on the private, ad-free version of this podcast. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus. Contribute to Politicology at politicology.com/donate Find our sponsor links and promo codes here: https://bit.ly/44uAGZ8 Get 15% off OneSkin with the code RON at  https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Send your questions and ideas to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(703) 239-3068‬ Follow this week’s panel on X (formerly Twitter): https:/x.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/DelPercioS Related Reading:  Politico - The Night Democrats Finally Stopped Losing - POLITICO NYT - An Emboldened Mamdani Sheds Conciliatory Tone - The New York Times The Free Press - What the Right Gets Wrong About Zohran Mamdani Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 7m

  2. 3D AGO • POLITICOLOGY+ ONLY

    [+] The Beef Over Tariffs Goes To SCOTUS [Members Only]

    Ron Steslow and Susan Del Percio unpack the Trump tariffs and the oral arguments in one of the most watched Supreme Court cases of the year. Related Reading: SCOTUSBlog - Court appears dubious of Trump’s tariffs - SCOTUSblog Politico - Farm-state Republicans finally reach their breaking point - POLITICO

    21 min

  3. 4D AGO

    ENCORE: [+] AI Giveth, AI Taketh

    Nick Gillespie and host Ron Steslow discuss AI, what it’s doing to us, and our relationship with what it means to be human. Related media: NBC - Some of her closest relationships are with chatbots. That's more common than you think. Vox - The rise of chatbot “friends” | Vox Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    28 min

  4. NOV 1

    From Populism to Class Warfare—The Weekly

    This week, Ron Steslow and Mike Madrid (Author of The Latino Century) discuss the proposed wealth tax on billionaires in California, the signs of worsening economic conditions, and how class warfare could dominate our politics. In Politicology+ they discuss the redistricting wars, the Supreme Court case that could upend a central part of the Voting Rights Act, how Latinos becoming the largest minority group will make us rethink what being a “minority” even means, and how partisanship is becoming our primary identity. Not yet a Politicology+ member? Don’t miss all the extra episodes on the private, ad-free version of this podcast. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus. Contribute to Politicology at politicology.com/donate Find our sponsor links and promo codes here: https://bit.ly/44uAGZ8 Get 15% off OneSkin with the code RON at  https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Send your questions and ideas to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(703) 239-3068‬ Follow this week’s panel on X (formerly Twitter): https:/x.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/madrid_mike Related Reading:  Axios - What to know about California's billionaires tax ballot proposal - Axios San Francisco Fortune - Everyone thinks AI is replacing factory workers, but Amazon’s layoffs show it’s coming for middle management first WSJ - Tens of Thousands of White-Collar Jobs Are Disappearing as AI Starts to Bite CNN - Live updates: Fed looks set to cut rates for second time this year despite data blackout due to government shutdown | CNN Business Fortune - The economy is reliant on the ‘fortunes of the well-to-do’ says Moody’s—if the ultra-rich get nervy that means recession The Bulwark - My Last Day as an Accomplice of the Republican Party The Great Transformation - Leaving MAGA - The Great Transformation with Mike Madrid SOFR Volume November 2023-Present  Fed Balance Sheet QE/QT  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 8m

  5. OCT 31 • POLITICOLOGY+ ONLY

    [+] What Happens After The End of Majority-Minority Districts? [Members Only]

    Ron Steslow and Mike Madrid discuss the redistricting wars, the Supreme Court case that could upend a central part of the Voting Rights Act, how Latinos becoming the largest minority group will make us rethink what being a “minority” even means, and how partisanship is becoming our primary identity. Related Reading: Axios - Virginia judge lets Democrats' redistricting plan move forward - Axios Richmond Politico - The Republicans thwarting the White House’s redistricting hopes - POLITICO Sac Bee - Prop. 50 in California is trivial compared to this U.S. Supreme Court case | Opinion

    30 min

  6. OCT 25

    The Great Gold Heist—The Weekly

    This week, Ron Steslow and Hagar Chemali (Fmr. spokesperson for the U.S. Mission to the UN) connect a headline-grabbing jewel heist at the Louvre to China’s push to dethrone the dollar. Then, they turn to the escalating conflict with Venezuela: the strikes on alleged “drug boats,” CIA’s new covert action authority, and what’s really at stake for Maduro’s regime. In Politicology+ they discuss the Gaza ceasefire, why early flare-ups aren’t a sign of failure, the new “yellow line,” and why disarmament is the sticking point. They talk about who could actually keep the peace and tension between economic incentives of reconstruction and the risks of corruption in this unconventional diplomacy. Not yet a Politicology+ member? Don’t miss all the extra episodes on the private, ad-free version of this podcast. Upgrade now at politicology.com/plus. Contribute to Politicology at politicology.com/donate Find our sponsor links and promo codes here: https://bit.ly/44uAGZ8 Get 15% off OneSkin with the code RON at  https://www.oneskin.co/ #oneskinpod Send your questions and ideas to podcast@politicology.com or leave a voicemail at ‪(703) 239-3068‬ Follow this week’s panel on X (formerly Twitter): https:/x.com/RonSteslow https://x.com/HagarChemali Related Reading:  Andrei Jikh—China Is Using Gold To Replace the U.S. Dollar Fortune - Top analyst says China is playing a ‘key role’ in the price of gold going through the roof, and he’s got the data to prove it | Fortune The Dispatch — Will Trump Overthrow the Leader of Venezuela? NYT — U.S. Attacks More Boats as Tensions With Venezuela Rise: What’s Happened So Far NYT - Trump Administration Authorizes Covert C.I.A. Action in Venezuela - The New York Times Politico - Trump’s boat strikes unite regime change advocates and immigration hardliners - POLITICO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    1h 25m

  7. OCT 24 • POLITICOLOGY+ ONLY

    [+] Gaza’s Ceasefire Stress Test [Members Only]

    Ron Steslow and Hagar Chemali discuss the Gaza ceasefire, why early flare-ups aren’t a sign of failure, the new “yellow line”, and why disarmament is the sticking point. They talk about who could actually keep the peace and tension between economic incentives of reconstruction and the risks of corruption in this unconventional diplomacy. Related Reading: CNN - US-brokered ceasefire appears to survive first major test as Israel and Hamas affirm commitment to deal | CNN TIME - Where Does the Israel-Hamas Cease-Fire Stand? | TIME NBC - Violence between Hamas and gangs flares in Gaza, calling disarmament into question NYT - Nations Hesitate to Send Troops to Gaza, Fearing Clashes With Hamas - The New York Times

    41 min

  8. OCT 16

    ENCORE: Why We Buy

    In our digital age, people have grown to see social media platforms as mere tools and applications.  Marcus Collins, the award-winning marketer, former digital strategist for Beyoncé, and author of "For The Culture", argues otherwise.  Join host Ron Steslow as he sits down with Marcus to unravel the deep-seated influence of culture on social media and our daily choices. Marcus elaborates on his assertion that "social media is people" and why understanding this fundamental idea changes our approach to digital platforms. He also delves into the crucial role of culture in hyperpolarization and how it weaves into the fabric of our society. Segments to look forward to: (01:20) How Marcus came to study culture: "I feel like I'm at my best when I'm helping people realize the best version of themselves…” (04:26) The connection between marketing and psychology (08:42) The importance of purpose in advertising: "Start with what you believe and when you start with what you believe people who see the world the way you do go, 'Finally, someone said it. That's my person.'” (17:02) The influence of culture on consumer choice (20:40) The connection between culture and politics (24:00) Case study: How Patagonia leveraged culture to build their brand (30:00) Case study: Donald Trump's cultural strategy in the 2016 election (32:09) Understanding tribes and congregations (37:27)”The brain is a prediction machine”  (40:00) The role of culture in hyperpolarization (42:14) The state of anti-Trump Republicans within the broader Republican culture (44:00) How subcultures develop and operate (50:00) How preaching the gospel can get people to move You Should Read For the Culture: https://amzn.to/3QjLDaH Check out Predictably Rational by Dan Ariely: https://amzn.to/3rPeWHL Follow Ron and Marcus on X (Twitter): https://twitter.com/RonSteslow https://twitter.com/marctothec For the full and ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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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: podcast@politicology.com.

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  • Creator
    Politicology
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2025
  • Episodes
    876
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    Clean
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    ℗ & © 2021 Politicology
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    Politicology
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    Politicology, LLC

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