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The Hopeful Majority with Manu Meel

Every Monday, Manu Meel invites you into a conversation about how we overcome our toxic politics to write the next chapter in our American story.

Because let’s face it. In today’s America, it is easy to divide and hard to bring people together. There are a loud few dominating the conversation while the rest of us stay quiet. This ends now.

If you’re tired of how divided and toxic our society has become, you are actually in the majority. Most of us want a society that incentivizes curiosity, listening, and navigating our differences in search of solutions. It’s time for those of us in the Hopeful Majority to be heard.

Join us every week as we build the Hopeful Majority because the time is now!

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Copyright: © Manu Meel

Latest Episodes:

#33 The Divided States of America? Ft. Peter Coleman Jan 22, 2024

Show notes

How divided is America today? This week Manu sits down with Dr. Peter Coleman a researcher and expert on intractable conflicts. In this episode they discuss polarization, how we can bring America together, the Israel Palestine conflict and much more.

Episode 33 guest: Meet Dr. Peter Coleman

Peter Coleman’s info:

Website: https://startswith.us/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/PeterTColeman1

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/petercoleman3248/

PODCAST INFO:

Website: thehopefulmajority.com

Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec

Apple: apple.co/3qRsnqpo

Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_

OUTLINE:

0:00 intro

0:55 monologue

4:30 introducing Dr. Coleman

6:00 how politicians are affected by the people and media

13:15 If it bleeds it leads

17:08 America's polarization and political threats

21:37 conflict entrepreneurs

26:00 politicians and the greater good

29:30 How we got here

31:15 war and unification

38:10 instability and the crisis in America

43:20 what does the research say?

45:30 Israel/Palestine and colleges

1:00:26 Bringing people together and The Detox Challenge

1:07:04 Why?

1:10:04 Outro

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#32 MLK Day Special ft. Jonathan Eig Jan 15, 2024

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What would MLK think of America today? Join us this week for a special episode of The Hopeful Majority as Manu sits down with Jonathan Eig, author of King a Life. In this episode they discuss MLK’s triumphs and tribulations. And what MLK would say about America today.

Episode 32 guest: Meet Jonathan Eig author

Jonathan Eig’s info:

Website: https://www.jonathaneig.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/jonathaneig

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/joneig/

PODCAST INFO:

Website: thehopefulmajority.com

Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec

Apple: apple.co/3qRsnqpo

Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_

OUTLINE:

0:00 intro

5:40 MLK on combining the militant and moderate

10:09 King’s motivation for peaceful change

12:30 decline of religion and increase in polarization

14:30 Jonathan’s writing process

17:40 MLK as a human

22:30 King on dealing with criticism

26:50 the power of media

30:20 what would Dr. king think of today's race relations

32:20 MLK on race and class

35:32 King on Bernie Sanders and Biden

38:23 division and critiquing America

41:40 King on Trump

44:40 king's open mindedness

48:39 Outro

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#31 5 Lessons for Surviving 2024 Jan 08, 2024

Show notes

In 2023 Manu sat down with presidential candidates, authors, journalists and others. Here's the big takeaway: there’s a lot of hope in 2024. Here are 5 lessons that Manu learned from 30 fascinating interviews in 2023.

PODCAST INFO:

Website: thehopefulmajority.com

Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec

Apple: apple.co/3qRsnqpo

Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_

OUTLINE:

0:00 intro

1:30 The Hopeful Majority

4:00 Lesson 1: We’re not as divided as we think

6:00 Lesson 2: the outrage industrial complex

8:30 Lesson 3: be curious and say I don’t know

12:01 Lesson 4: have perspective

15:35 Lesson 5: Mental Health and talking to others

17:00 final note

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#30 2024 resolution: Talk to People You Disagree With ft. Kelly Corrigan Dec 26, 2023

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How do we connect with people we disagree with? Join us for the final episode of 2023 as Manu sits down with author and podcast host Kelly Corrigan to answer this question. In this episode Manu and Kelly discuss losing loved ones, admitting when you’re wrong, being authentic, and much more.

Episode 30 guest: Meet Kelly Corrigan, podcast host and author

Kelly Corrigan’s info:

Website: https://www.kellycorrigan.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/corrigankelly

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/kellycorrigan/

PODCAST INFO:

Website: thehopefulmajority.com

Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec

Apple: apple.co/3qRsnqpo

Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_

OUTLINE:

0:00 intro

2:58 introducing Kelly Corrigan

5:20 Kelly Corrigan Wonders

10:05 imitation and performance

14:46 admitting when your wrong

21:10 overcoming cancer

26:26 Kelly’s Dad

32:03 Kelly on losing her father

34:40 Manu on losing his grandfather

36:15 political disagreements and hearing each other

47:30 should some people not be heard?

51:20 getting things out

53:35 Kelly’s Why

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#29 The Outrage Industrial Complex ft. Rob Feld Dec 18, 2023

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What is the outrage industrial complex? Why does outrage sell? This week Manu sits down with filmmaker Rob Feld to answer this question. Tune in as they discuss how the media divides us, and what might be the answer to this division.

Episode 29 guest: Meet Rob Feld filmmaker

Rob Feld’s info:

Website: https://www.jestersandfools.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/GothamArtsProds

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/iamrobfeld/

PODCAST INFO:

Website: thehopefulmajority.com

Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec

Apple: apple.co/3qRsnqpo

Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_

OUTLINE:

0:00 What is the outrage industrial complex?

6:01 introducing Rob Feld

8:15 a film with comedians

12:55 Don’t Look Up

14:50 Are people well intentioned?

17:50 changing minds

20:08 polarization and Chris Bale

24:50 talking to people you disagree with

29:03 what does it mean to be a centrist

31:26 Outrage and social media

37:14 How to change incentives

44:00 comedians and sending a message

48:50 working with comedians and what’s next

55:45 social media, Trump, Biden, and misunderstanding

58:27 Why?

1:02:08 Outro

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#28 We Need America to Work ft. Layla Zaidane Dec 11, 2023

Show notes

Will politics ever work? This week, Manu sits down with Layla Zaidane, CEO of the Future Caucus, to explore this question. Tune in as they delve into the nuances of collaboration, critique the shortcomings of the current system, contemplate the essence of public service, and more.

Episode 28 guest: Meet Layla Zaidane CEO of the Future Caucus

LAyla Zaidane’s info:

Website: https://futurecaucus.org/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/layla_says

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/lzaidane/

PODCAST INFO:

Website: thehopefulmajority.com

Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec

Apple: apple.co/3qRsnqpo

Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_

OUTLINE:

0:00 intro

3:58 introducing Layla Zaidane and the Future Caucus

6:30 bi-partisan lawmakers

11:26 knowing your why

15:25 tech startups, astronauts and doing what’s flashy

18:20 informed citizens and public servants

21:50 Incentives, systems, and ideology

26:45 temperament and young people

28:30 the system

34:30 Political parties

37:15 young lawmakers and working together

40:10 Biden, Trump and gerontocracy

48:50 bipartisan issues and working together

56:25 running for office vs. helping others

58:00 Layla’s why

1:04:05 Outro

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#27 How Religious is Gen-Z? ft. Noelle Fitchett Dec 04, 2023

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How religious is Gen-Z? This week Manu sits down with Noelle Fitchett, content creator and podcast host. In this episode they discuss a range of topics from religion to politics to mental health and more.

Episode 27 guest: Meet Noelle Fitchett, content creator and podcast host.

Noelle Fitchett’s info:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/NoelleFitchett

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/noelle.fitchett/

PODCAST INFO:

Website: thehopefulmajority.com

Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec

Apple: apple.co/3qRsnqpo

Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_

OUTLINE:

0:00 intro

2:25 introducing Noelle Fitchett

4:00 how Noelle got her start

7:00 Conservative and Libertarian

9:30 civil discourse and thinking differently

12:09 Social media and division

13:55 going viral and Thomas Sowell

18:02 being open minded and JFK

21:45 Clickbait and special interests in social media

26:58 Faith and politics

31:50 Gen-Z and religion

36:48 religion, mental health, and oppression

41:10 being wronged and forgiveness

45:17 conversations with people you disagree with

47:20 Noelle’s role and identity politics

51:50 Noelle’s why?

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#26 The Story the Media Isn't Telling You ft. Ben Rekhi Nov 27, 2023

Show notes

Why do we only hear stories of division? Why does unity seem impossible? This week, Manu talks with Ben Rekhi, a writer, director, and producer focusing on "The Reunited States" project. Join the conversation as they dissect the nation's divisions, explore the impact of current media, and delve into a myriad of pressing topics.

Episode 26 guest: Meet Ben Rekhi, director, producer and screenwriter.

Ben Rekhi’s info:

Website: https://www.benrekhi.com/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/BenRekhi

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/rekh_creation/

PODCAST INFO:

Website: thehopefulmajority.com

Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec

Apple: apple.co/3qRsnqpo

Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_

OUTLINE:

0:00 intro

1:00 how do we achieve cultural breakthrough

3:58 How to make bridging work

8:27 introducing Ben Rekhi

9:40 How did Ben get into storytelling

13:44 Advice for Hollywood and the news media

17:15 How to change incentive structures

19:10 the 2016 election and Trump

23:25 Ben’s engagement in politics

26:45 What is the Reunited States?

29:42 Susan Bro and Charlottesville

34:31 What divides us

38:45 How did the Reunited States do

45:10 criticism from left and right

48:43 Why Bridging is against human nature

53:40 How to redirect towards productivity

56:40 dried Kale, bridging gaps, and the 2024 election

1:03:01 outrage and how to create change

1:09:15 Why?

1:11:35 Outro

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#25 Lessons From Advising Four U.S. Presidents Nov 20, 2023

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What makes a good leader? Join us as Manu sits down with David Gergen, a former White House advisor who served under Nixon, Ford, Reagan, and Clinton. Join them as they delve into the state of American politics, the key qualities of effective leadership, and more.

Episode 25 guest: Meet David Gergen former White house communications director

David Gergen’s info:

Twitter: https://twitter.com/David_Gergen

Web site: https://www.david-gergen.com/

PODCAST INFO:

Website: thehopefulmajority.com

Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec

Apple: apple.co/3qRsnqpo

Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_

OUTLINE:

0:00 intro

3:45 introducing David Gergen

4:38 David’s perspective on American politics

6:50 presidents and military service

10:16 national service and Wes Moore

18:40 age in politics

25:30 advice to the Democratic Party

28:29 Term limits

30:10 local politics and leadership

36:50 David’s favorite president

37:55 Resilience and Bill Clinton

40:30 adapting to change

42:25 MLK, Grant and Churchill

46:14 David’s Why

49:30 Kennedy and cigars

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#24 We Have a Loneliness Crisis ft. Seth Kaplan Nov 13, 2023

Show notes

Do we have a loneliness crisis? Is America a fragile state? Join us as Manu engages in a thought-provoking conversation with Dr. Seth Kaplan, author and authority on fragile states. Tune in as we delve into the profound aspects of the loneliness crisis, contemplate the current state of America, and explore a myriad of other compelling topics.

Episode 24 guest: Meet Dr. Seth Kaplan, author and expert on fragile states

Seth Kaplan’s info:

Website: https://sethkaplan.org/

PODCAST INFO:

Website: thehopefulmajority.com

Spotify: spoti.fi/42GYjec

Apple: apple.co/3qRsnqpo

Youtube: https://bit.ly/youtube-hopefulmajority

Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/manumeel_/

Twitter: https://twitter.com/ManuMeel_

OUTLINE:

0:00 intro

1:00 Loneliness monologue

5:58 introducing Dr. Seth Kaplan

8:43 Fragile states

11:20 technology and change

12:54 Alexis de Tocqueville and American Democracy

15:40 Fragile Neighborhoods and writing a book

18:50 relationships

22:54 variables in society

26:11 Measuring the strength of relationships

29:00 social vs economic wealth

36:01 tension between change and stability

42:40 Are neighborhoods a thing of the past?

45:50 India

47:28 How Kaplan would design society

50:57 solving problems/Detroit

57:30 Advice to politicians

1:01:30 Why?

1:05:08 Outro

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