
Features conversations with people who offer pieces of the puzzle of “a world that just might work” -- provocative approaches to business, environment, health, science, politics, media and culture. Guests have included Michael Lewis, Ken Burns, Arianna Huffington, Paul Krugman, Temple Grandin, Bill Maher, Cornel West, Doris Kearns Goodwin, and Norman Lear. [terrencemcnally.net]
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 726 | Founded | 19 years ago |
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I give five stars for the interesting guests from a variety of backgrounds - many of whom I have only heard on this show, despite all their achievements and insights. But I minus one star for McNally's obnoxious way of constantly and unnecessarily interrupting them, which often disrupts the guest's train of thought and the flow of the discussion.
Keep up the great stuff
Terrence gets awesome guests to come speak on the podcast, and the interviews are always engaging and inspiring.
It's a great podcast. Well thought out interviews. This podcast will give Fresh Air a run for their money. Pleasant to listen to. It's not a round table discussion of 6 people all trying to talk at once or a bunch of unnecessary noise and sound effects. It's entertaining, to the point, and informative. Easy to listen to.
I look forward to an interesting new voice every week.
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Conversations typically focus on pivotal issues including social justice, climate change, political reform, and the importance of civic engagement. The discussions often highlight the efficacy of nonviolent resistance and the societal impact of systemic inequalities. Each episode features a diverse lineup of guests from academia, journalism, and activism, sharing insights on how to foster meaningful change in society. The content encourages listeners to think critically about the world and consider innovative solutions to complex problems, making it particularly appealing to those interested in progressive activism and social reform.
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