The Golden Mean

Michael Golden

Personalities and perspectives from every part of the American spectrum. The Golden Mean features athletes, authors, musicians, journalists, opinion makers, entrepreneurs, scientists, politicians - and we're just gettin' started! Hosted by national award-winning broadcaster Michael Golden, the "Mean" will bring you new views and keep you enthused. Give us a listen!

  1. EPISODE 119: DAVID MEYERS, PUBLISHER & EXECUTIVE EDITOR, THE FULCRUM

    04/13/2020

    EPISODE 119: DAVID MEYERS, PUBLISHER & EXECUTIVE EDITOR, THE FULCRUM

    There is one national news publication that covers every angle of the movement to reform and strengthen American elections and governance -- The Fulcrum! David Meyers serves as publisher and executive editor, and he talks on the Mean about how The Fulcrum is making a difference in informing and motivating Americans to fight for their rights!

    30 min
  2. EPISODE 115: BEN COHEN, POLAR SCIENCE CENTER GIS TECHNICIAN

    03/24/2020

    EPISODE 115: BEN COHEN, POLAR SCIENCE CENTER GIS TECHNICIAN

    "One thing about working at the Polar Science Center is that you’re confronted with these kinds of realities each day, and sometimes it can be disheartening to know that there are animals whose lives are being affected by the changing environment and changing qualities of our climate. But what brings me hope is working with such passionate people about those things." As a technician at the Polar Science Center at the Univ. of Washington, Ben Cohen is studying the effects of climate change on Polar Bears - and what that also means for the rest of the world.

    23 min
  3. EPISODE 113 - DECLAN LEVY, WXOW-TV SPORTS ANCHOR & NEWS REPORTER

    03/21/2020

    EPISODE 113 - DECLAN LEVY, WXOW-TV SPORTS ANCHOR & NEWS REPORTER

    “Now more than ever, it’s local news's job to tell its people that it’s going to be okay. Y’know, to ease, to calm, to keep people safe. I’m seeing that first-hand, how important that really is.” WXOW Anchor/reporter Declan Levy talks about broadcast journalism and the value of local news in the middle of the Conornavirus pandemic.

    26 min
  4. EPISODE 112: MELINDA HENNEBERGER, COLUMNIST, KANSAS CITY STAR, USA TODAY

    03/18/2020

    EPISODE 112: MELINDA HENNEBERGER, COLUMNIST, KANSAS CITY STAR, USA TODAY

    “I think people are going to lose their lives because of the difference in coverage, honestly. I don’t see how it could be otherwise.” National award-winning journalist & columnist Melinda Henneberger sounds off on the media's performance in covering the Coronavirus crisis - and the differences across various national outlets.

    22 min
  5. EPISODE 111: ALYSSA RAPP - 3:17:20

    03/18/2020

    EPISODE 111: ALYSSA RAPP - 3:17:20

    “The value and valor is in the leap…Stop trying to control for perfection, and start trying to control for effort. That’s the one thing we can control in our lives.” Alyssa Rapp is a wildly successful CEO and entrepreneur - and now the author of the brand new book: Leadership & Life Hacks. On this episode of the Mean, Alyssa talks about the strategies that have made all the difference along her path - and how everyone can apply these simple keys in their own lives!

    30 min
  6. EPISODE 110: JOHN KASS, CHICAGO TRIBUNE COLUMNIST

    03/06/2020

    EPISODE 110: JOHN KASS, CHICAGO TRIBUNE COLUMNIST

    Once upon a time this conservative columnist supported Jimmy Carter. Now, after 23 years as the Chicago Tribune's lead opinion writer, he is one of the city's most controversial media figures. John Kass talks about his childhood on the South Side, how he learned the chase down political corruption and his idea of the perfect Chicago day. Plus, his defining principle on politics: "Coincidences are for suckers!"

    46 min
  7. EPISODE 109 - CELINDA LAKE, FOUNDER, LAKE RESEARCH PARTNERS

    02/28/2020

    EPISODE 109 - CELINDA LAKE, FOUNDER, LAKE RESEARCH PARTNERS

    Suburban women will be the #1 key to who wins the White House in 2020 according to polling guru Celinda Lake. The founder of Lake Research Partners, Celinda talks about how polling works, why it still matters, and what trends are likely to play out as we head toward the presidential election!

    27 min
  8. EPISODE 108: MARK MCKINNON, HOST & COFOUNDER, "THE CIRCUS" on SHOWTIME

    02/27/2020

    EPISODE 108: MARK MCKINNON, HOST & COFOUNDER, "THE CIRCUS" on SHOWTIME

    “It’s not enough anymore in American politics to be the smartest person or the most experienced or the best CEO or the guy who ran a city. If you can’t communicate, forget about it.” Mark McKinnon has advised everyone from City Councilmen to the President of the United States. He now hosts Showtime's hit show "The Circus. Mark visits with us from South Carolina, where he gives a preview of the Saturday primary - and grades each of the candidates' communications skills.

    30 min
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Personalities and perspectives from every part of the American spectrum. The Golden Mean features athletes, authors, musicians, journalists, opinion makers, entrepreneurs, scientists, politicians - and we're just gettin' started! Hosted by national award-winning broadcaster Michael Golden, the "Mean" will bring you new views and keep you enthused. Give us a listen!

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  • Creator
    Michael Golden
  • Years Active
    2016 - 2020
  • Episodes
    115
  • Rating
    Clean
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