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America Trends Podcast

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A podcast focusing on the social and political trends shaping our future.

PublishesTwice weeklyEpisodes526Founded9 years ago
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Latest Episodes

Social Security has been in the news lately because DOGE had a particular interest in finding waste, fraud and abuse in a system in which .05 percent of all funds are used to administer the program. It appears they found none, despite initial reports... more

If you go back and look at the history of how Blacks in America have been limited in their pursuit of the American Dream by way of home ownership, the record is staggering. Historically there have been racial covenants, redlining, predatory mortgage ... more

I must admit that while I took a deep dive into Michael Shermer’s new book, “Truth: What It Is, How to Find It & Why It Still Matters,” I was not certain in what direction I would take the interview. It raised so many questions about this moment when... more

You may have heard that there is a new food pyramid in town. In January of this year, the U.S. Department of Agriculture and the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services released an updated version of the Dietary Guidelines for Americans. The 10-... more

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Recent Guests

Martha Shedden
President of the National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts
National Association of Registered Social Security Analysts (NARSA)
Episode: EP 948 Social Security’s Future is Still Not Secure
Bernadette Atuahene
Harvard and Yale-trained property law scholar; Duggan Chair at USC Gould School of Law
University of Southern California Gould School of Law
Episode: EP 947 The Bag of Tricks Used to Make Black Homeownership Difficult Continues to Grow
Michael Shermer
Publisher of Skeptic magazine; author of Truth
Skeptic Magazine; publisher
Episode: EP 946 Where Does the Truth Lie? Or How Can We Tell When Lies are Not the Truth?
Gary Taubes
Author of The Case Against Sugar, Good Calories Bad Calories, Why We Get Fat
Author/Journalist
Episode: EP 945 The New Food Pyramid Differs in Significant Ways from the Previous One
Gloria J. Browne-Marshall
Professor of constitutional law at John Jay College, award-winning writer, playwright, and legal commentator.
John Jay College
Episode: EP 944 America was Born in Protest and Makes Progress in Dissent
A. Mechele Dickerson
Professor at the University of Texas and author of The Middle-Class New Deal, Restoring Upward Mobility and the American Dream
University of Texas
Episode: EP 942 The Middle Class and Its Long Fade: How Did We Get Here?
Dr. Chloe Carmichael
Clinical psychologist and USA Today bestselling author
Episode: EP 941 Do We Have Too Much or Too Little Free Speech?
Dwayne Clark
Founder and CEO of Agis Living and co-author of 'The Miracle Morning After 50'
Agis Living
Episode: EP 940 Simple Changes Can Give Older Americans a More Healthful Life
Nicholas Bucola
Professor of Government and author discussing the ideological struggle between Goldwater and King.
Claremont McKenna College
Episode: EP 939 Why Did Martin Luther King, Jr. Consider Barry Goldwater America’s Most Dangerous Man?

Host

Larry Rifkin
Host with expertise in navigating complex social and political issues, facilitating discussions with various experts.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 34 ratings
  • Amazingly Interesting

    Larry is so well informed and thoughtful on so many topics. Great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Stevy V.
    United States4 years ago
  • Wonderful and Thought Provoking

    This podcast cover such a vast array of topics that are engaging and make you want to delve deeper into the issues discussed. I really enjoy it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jordyfraz21
    United States7 years ago
  • Unique and Intriguing

    Great show that keeps you engaged and looking forward to the next episode. Five stars!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keith00
    United States7 years ago
  • Hit or miss

    I’m drawn in by nearly every topic discussed in this podcast and love how each is supported by data, but find the episodes hit or miss. It’s less about the topic or the hosts and more about the guests. Most are well-versed and engaging, others just rattling off anecdotes and opinions. You can feel the host desperately trying to elicit something of interest from the interview. But the good episodes keep me coming back! Some faves—CT beaches and The new Brooklyn. Thanks for all you do!

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    heyswedishfish
    United States8 years ago
  • Great Show!

    Listened to the Space Barons episode and really enjoyed it!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    GrandpaYeti
    United States8 years ago

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A desire for more consistency in guest delivery and depth of insight has been noted, reflecting a mixed experience in listener engagement.
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The podcast is praised for its engaging topics and well-informed guests, although some find variability in episode quality.
The laid-back yet sharp interviewing style of the host is often highlighted as a strength.

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EP 948 Social Security’s Future is Still Not Secure
Q: How serious is the funding gap for Social Security in the near term?
The trust funds are projected to run out around 2033, and while there are surpluses now, without policy changes the program will face reduced benefit payments unless steps are taken.
EP 946 Where Does the Truth Lie? Or How Can We Tell When Lies are Not the Truth?
Q: In an era of alternative facts, how can we know what of the information coming at us is true?
Shermer emphasizes the importance of evidence, critical thinking, and recognizing that knowledge is fallible; he also discusses using probabilistic thinking and diverse sources to triangulate the truth rather than accepting a single narrative.
EP 942 The Middle Class and Its Long Fade: How Did We Get Here?
Q: How can we address the current challenges facing the middle class?
We need to focus on educational reforms, support affordable housing initiatives, and tackle the retirement savings crisis to help restore the middle class.
EP 942 The Middle Class and Its Long Fade: How Did We Get Here?
Q: What are some historical factors that contributed to the decline of the middle class?
The outsourcing of jobs, changes in economic policies, the weakening of labor unions, and rising costs of education and housing have critically impacted the middle class.
EP 942 The Middle Class and Its Long Fade: How Did We Get Here?
Q: What is the middle class?
The middle class is defined by markers such as full-time employment, home ownership, and ability to save money, which are increasingly out of reach for many people today.

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Recent guests on America Trends Podcast include:

1. Martha Shedden
2. Bernadette Atuahene
3. Michael Shermer
4. Gary Taubes
5. Gloria J. Browne-Marshall
6. A. Mechele Dickerson
7. Dr. Chloe Carmichael
8. Dwayne Clark

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