Is it possible for a democracy to govern undemocratically? Can the people elect an undemocratic leader? Is it possible for democracy to bring about authoritarianism? And if so, what does this say about democracy? My name is Justin Kempf. Every week I talk to the brightest minds on subjects like international relations, political theory, and history to explore democracy from every conceivable angle. Topics like civil resistance, authoritarian successor parties, and the autocratic middle class challenge our ideas about democracy. Join me as we unravel new topics every week.
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Superstitions
Every Wednesday, meet us at the intersection of chaos and fate. We’ll briefly explore the origins of some of history’s most well-known superstitions. Then, we’ll dive into a fictional story that illustrates what might happen if you fail to adhere to these strange beliefs. Can we truly sway supernatural forces to work in our favor? Or are these eerie codes of conduct simply about exerting control in an unpredictable world? Superstitions is a Spotify Original from Parcast.
American Consequences With Trish Regan
Each week, American Consequences dives deep into fiscal and monetary policy, politics, and economics. You’ll get a view of the FED, the White House, and the World like nowhere else. Subscribe to stay up-to-date on the biggest guests and the best analysis, all with the signature Trish Regan insight.
Radically Pragmatic, a podcast from the Progressive Policy Institute
Radically Pragmatic is a podcast from the Progressive Policy Institute that brings together pragmatic policy experts, leaders in Congress, and advocates for change for dynamic conversations aimed at moving America beyond ideological and partisan deadlock. PPI has been spearheading radically pragmatic ideas since 1989.
Down Ballot
People tend to pay attention to politics when there’s a heated Presidential election happening. But what about all of those other names and items, just a little bit lower on the ballot? Down Ballot is a podcast that discusses government and politics on a local level.
American Essentials
This podcast is simple. It is me reading important documents and speeches from America’s history.
Here, you will get the Federalist Papers, written to convince Americans that they were better off together than they were apart.
You will get the Declaration of Independence and the Constitution, the “why” and “how” of the United States.
You will get speeches from some of the framers and protectors of America.
I cannot think of a better time to hear them.
Glitch In The Code Podcast with Richard Willett
A interview based show, Host Richard Willett interviews some of the best researchers and alternative media journalists who are uncovering crucial information into how the world really works, within the shadows and behind the curtain. This world is nothing like we are led to believe it is and for decades many authors, researchers, filmmakers, songwriters and journalists have been trying to reveal the hidden hand that is rapidly tightening its grip on us all.
Perspectives: The Confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett
The news has been full of stories on SCOTUS nominee Amy Coney Barrett. It can be hard to know who to trust on this highly polarized issue. That’s why The Heritage Foundation is going straight to the source to provide you with in-depth and honest coverage of every step of the confirmation process.
Join Senate Judiciary Members Marsha Blackburn and Joni Ernst, along with Heritage’s own Tommy Binion for the first episode of “Perspectives: The Confirmation of Amy Coney Barrett”, a special podcast series that will give you everything you need to know on the most impactful Supreme Court confirmation in generations.
To learn more about the Supreme Court visit: https://www.heritage.org/supreme-court
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CrimeLapse True Crime
CrimeLapse is hosted by Eileen and Adam. A true crime podcast that is uses primary audio, contemporary research and emotive narration to give you an immersive insight into the darkest tales.
The Seth Gruber Show
Understand not only the things happening in our culture but also how they became realized. Seth Gruber positioned himself as an expert on culture at a depth that you haven’t heard before. New episodes of The Seth Gruber Show out every Tuesday and Thursday.
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