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Compact Podcast

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Geoff Shullenberger, Ashley Frawley, and Matthew Schmitz discuss current events.

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Latest Episodes

The White House hosts a UFC tournament, the World Cup begins, Steven Spielberg releases his film 'Disclosure Day,' and the UK enacts social media bans. Ashley Frawley and Geoff Shullenberger join Matthew Schmitz.

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Graham Platner wins the Maine Democratic senate primary, Canada unveils a new "AI for All" program, and new horror films 'Obsession' and 'Backrooms' get released. Ashley Frawley and Geoff Shullenberger join Matthew Schmitz.

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The right has its George Floyd moment and influencers assemble at Moscow's alternative to Davos. Ashley Frawley joins Geoff Shullenberger.

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Pope Leo XIV releases an encyclical letter on AI, Christopher Nolan's 'The Odyssey' faces controversy, and drama ensues in Geoff's food co-op. Ashley Frawley and Geoff Shullenberger join Matthew Schmitz.

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Recent Guests

Stephen Adubato
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Episode: A Tale of Two Wars
Jacob Savage
Writer and contributor who published a viral piece on the topic of white male writers.
Compact Magazine
Episode: Compact Conversations: Jacob Savage
Chris Cutrone
Contributor to Compact, writes about politics and territory
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Episode: Compact Conversations: Chris Cutrone
Holly Buck
Sociologist at the University of Buffalo
Episode: Compact Conversations: Holly Jean Buck
Will Thibeau
Director of the American Military Project at the Center for the American Way of Life
Center for the American Way of Life
Episode: Compact Conversations: William Thibeau
Sean O'Brien
President of Teamsters
Episode: Working It Out
Darel Paul
Columnist for Compact and professor of political science at Williams College
Williams College
Episode: Compact Conversations: Darel E. Paul

Hosts

Matthew Schmitz
Host of the Compact Podcast; writer and commentator associated with Compact Magazine.
Ashley Frawley
Host of the Compact Podcast; writer/critic with ties to Compact Magazine.
Geoff Shullenberger
Co-host/host of the Compact Podcast; commentator and writer associated with Compact Magazine.

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 189 ratings
  • Disappointing

    What a lugubrious podcast! I’m interested in what these folks have to say. But learn to have a conversation, guys! Maybe, if you are a very fluent speaker, it’s ok to hold forth for more than three minutes at a time. But these guys are not fluent. They are much better writers than extemporaneous speakers. So do a bit of prep and ask each other good questions and keep your responses to a minute or less.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Bob8727
    United States23 days ago
  • Heavy breathing

    Arggghhhh, the heavy breathing sounds so creepy!

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Annannnxxxx
    United States3 months ago
  • Good but dishonest about Epstein and Israel

    Over this is a thoughtful podcast which engages with the issues of the day in a calm intellectual way which I look forward to listening to each week. I particularly enjoy Mr. Schullenberger’s application of Girardian theory to current events and appreciate Ms. Frawley’s criticisms of the assisted dying movement in the broader context of the “nanny state”.

    My one gripe is that whenever issue of Israel or Jeffery Epstein comes up the hosts neglect to go into the meat of the issue (IE Epstein’s n... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Spartacus Everclear Bossanova
    United States7 months ago
  • This has become my favorite podcast

    If you are looking for intelligent, insightful, and bold commentary on current events, this will become your favorite podcast too! I can’t remember when I started listening but it was probably fall of 2023 or so. I’ve listened to just about every episode since then and really love the discussions. I learn a ton and while I don’t always agree with all the positions taken, I love the free-thinking spirit. We need more news coverage like this!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Chris__Spellman
    United States10 months ago
  • Shrill

    Great podcast, but Frawley grates with her aggrieved and incredulous tone (even when I agree with her). Hope she cools off a bit.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    night_shade
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the blend of economics, politics, and culture with a magazine-backed perspective.
Audio quality criticisms appear in some feedback, but the content is consistently engaging for listeners seeking policy and culture clashes.
Some reviewers push back on tone or specific stances, but the show's intellectual rigor remains a recurring draw.
The hosts offer thoughtful, provocative analyses that challenge conventional wisdom.

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#245
United Kingdom/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#179
Hong Kong/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#183
Brazil/News/Politics
Apple Podcasts
#250
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Talking Points

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Q: What is the state of things regarding the assisted death bill in the UK?
There is pushback in the House of Lords where debate is slowing down the process, and it appears increasingly difficult for the bill to pass by the end of the current parliamentary session.
Demolishing the East Wing
Q: How does the political landscape reflect on the masculinity dynamics discussed?
There's a cultural malaise surrounding the relationships between the sexes and age dynamics that challenges traditional masculinity roles.
Demolishing the East Wing
Q: What are the implications of Trump's suggesting he may run for a third term?
It raises constitutional concerns and reflects a sense of Trump's desire to maintain relevance.
InstaGrand Tour
Q: Ashley, what is hetero-fatalism and why should we feel it?
Hetero-fatalism describes the challenges and cultural dynamics of modern dating, especially regarding women's emotional labor and men's anxieties in relationships.
Compact Conversations: Jacob Savage
Q: How do you sort of answer the response of 'why should we care' about the marginalization of white male writers?
The absence of notable white male millennial writers affects the quality and honesty of cultural expression, which is detrimental for everyone.

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What is Compact Podcast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, policy- and culture-focused discussion panel examines current events through a dissident-right lens, often blending politics, economics, and media analysis. Episodes cover inflation and energy policy, geopolitics, technology's impact on society, and cultural debates, with frequent reference to public policy, rights, and institutions. Notable strengths include a clear, argumentative style, willingness to challenge conventional narratives, and a close tie to a magazine-backed perspective that informs guests and topics. Potential listeners who value rigorous, heterodox debate and cross-cutting analysis across economics, politics, and culture are likely to find it compelling.

A standout aspect is the trio's ability to fuse traditional... more

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