The Hopeful Majority with Manu Meel Manu Meel

Why is America so divided, and how can we heal these fractures? Join us this week as Manu delves into this complex issue and proposes thoughtful solutions. This podcast explores the dynamics of elections, the influence of extremists on media and politicians, and much more.

PODCAST INFO: 
Website: thehopefulmajority.com
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Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hopeful-majority-with-manu-meel/id1690865971
Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_
OUTLINE: 
0:00 intro, there’s a new divide 
1:20 Wall Street Journal Story 
1:57  silent majority 
2:38 we’re not as divided as we think we are
4:00 the left/right divide is a thing of the past
6:20 if the future belonged to the hopeful majority…
8:30 changing congress 
10:00 it takes real courage to have the conversation
10:55 the secret to transforming American politics


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Can media truly be unbiased? Discover the answer this week as Manu interviews Isaac Saul, a journalist and the founder of Tangle, a pioneering unbiased media platform. Join the conversation as they delve into the driving forces behind today's media companies and explore potential solutions for achieving impartial news coverage. Don't miss this insightful discussion!
PODCAST INFO: 
Website: thehopefulmajority.com
Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hopeful-majority-with-manu-meel/id1690865971
Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_
OUTLINE: 
0:00 - Intro
1:50 - Introducing Isaac Saul
3:30 - Tangle and Media Division
9:15 - How the Media Operates
15:10 - Is the Media Influenced by Money?
20:15 - How to Consume News Differently
29:50 - Can Nuanced Media Compete?
35:29 - Trusting Tangle: Is it Reliable?
39:50 - Embracing Nuance and Complexity in News
44:20 - Discussing Israel and Palestine
51:47 - The Importance of Being Uncertain
57:30 - Closing Remarks

















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The country made history today. So we’ve got our first emergency podcast of the show. 
Former President Trump's verdict is in. Here’s our reaction. 
PODCAST INFO: 
Website: thehopefulmajority.com
Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hopeful-majority-with-manu-meel/id1690865971
Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_
OUTLINE: 
0:00 Intro
0:27 The Gen-z experience
1:41 This can’t be the norm
3:47 Trump Verdict: the real loser
6:50 Trump Verdict: exposing the game
8:31 A message to get behind


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What does the new coverage of Harrison Butker, the Trump and Biden debates, and the death of the president of Iran have in common? Tune in this week as Manu breaks down the different tactics used in the media to divide us. It’s time to opt out of the outrage industrial complex. 
PODCAST INFO: 
Website: thehopefulmajority.com
Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hopeful-majority-with-manu-meel/id1690865971
Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_
OUTLINE: 
0:00 Thinking About Memorial Day 
5:15 The President of Iran's helicopter crash
9:55 Harrison Butker’s commencement speech
14:30 Trump vs Biden debate 
18:00 Outro 







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“I hate both candidates”. This is a sentiment we’ve heard more and more from voters. Why are we having a Trump Biden rematch when the majority of Americans are not interested? Join us this week as Manu breaks down what led to these unsatisfying candidates being in the position that they are in and how to break out of the cycle of polarization.

PODCAST INFO: 
Website: thehopefulmajority.com
Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hopeful-majority-with-manu-meel/id1690865971
Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_
OUTLINE: 
0:00 intro: Trump vs. Biden
2:04 How did we get here? 
5:04 temperamental extremes 
9:50 the silent majority
12:00 changing the dynamic  







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How can we fix congress? What can we learn from a member of Congress who has devoted his term to fixing Congress? Join us this week as Manu sits down with Congressman Derek Kilmer to discuss the current state of our congress. Tune in as they discuss campaign finance reform, gerrymandering, how we can make change and more.
Episode 49 guest: meet congressman Derek Kilmer
Rep. Kilmer’s info:
Twitter: https://twitter.com/RepDerekKilmer
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/repderekkilmer/
Website: https://kilmer.house.gov/

PODCAST INFO: 
Website: thehopefulmajority.com
Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec
Apple: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/the-hopeful-majority-with-manu-meel/id1690865971
Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority
Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/
Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_
OUTLINE: 
0:00 intro 
2:14 Why run for congress?
10:00 is congress punching below its weight?
15:40 Will and Skill issues 
18:10 bad people vs. bad systems 
21:30 Civil war and building bridges 
26:40 Why polarization is a problem 
32:30 why congress is underperforming
38:00 reforming congress 
45:40 Norms change 
53:15 Why should young people serve 
59:05 Outro 






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