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Here We Go Again With Kal Penn

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American Society For Civil Engineers
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Each week, Kal Penn takes today’s trends and headlines and asks: Why does history keep repeating itself? From the new space race and plane delays to fad drugs and movie remakes, our guest's answers will make you feel better about everything.

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Recent Guests

Alexis Coe
Presidential historian and author
Episode: Is the Dynasty Dead? with Alexis Coe
Sara Nelson
President of the Association of Flight Attendants
Association of Flight Attendants
Episode: Union Busting with Sara Nelson
Karina Longworth
Acclaimed American film critic, author, journalist and producer; host of the podcast You Must Remember This
Episode: A Star is Born... Again with Karina Longworth
Alok Menon
An internationally acclaimed poet, comedian, public speaker, and actor.
Episode: The Fashion Police with Alok Menon
Stacey Abrams
Bestselling author, entrepreneur, political powerhouse, and voting rights icon
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Episode: The Youth Vote with Stacey Abrams
Jon Favreau
Former speechwriter for Barack Obama, co-founder of Crooked Media, and host of Pod Save America.
Crooked Media
Episode: Reinventing the Political Parties with Jon Favreau
Michael Lewis
Author known for his books on finance and economics, including 'The Big Short' and 'Moneyball'. He's also the host of the podcast 'Against the Rules'.
Against the Rules
Episode: Another Economic Crash with Michael Lewis
Richard Kreitner
Journalist and historian, author of 'Break It Up', contributing writer at The Nation
The Nation, Hudson Valley Magazines
Episode: The Need to Secede with Ed Helms (SNAFU Crossover)
Lilly Singh
Actress, writer, producer, and first woman of color to host a late-night network show.
Independent Filmmaker
Episode: The Creator Hustle with Lilly Singh

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Kal Penn
Host exploring the intersections of current trends with historical perspectives and engaging with diverse guests to make complex topics approachable.

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4.3 out of 5 stars from 71 ratings
  • Disappointed…

    I’m disappointed… at myself for finding this so soon so there aren’t enough episodes to binge. This show rocks. Great job so far!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    heylookanewreview
    United States22 days ago
  • Great Conversations

    Thanks for having Alok on! My IQ always goes up significantly when I listen to them.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    🖤irisEyes🖤
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great listen, love Kal!!!

    I have always loved Kal’s acting. Love this angle and side from him!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ParkerStaniar
    United Statesa month ago
  • Awesome show

    Phenomenally produced content

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Brunchton
    United Statesa month ago
  • Listening

    Kal Penn is at it again!

    Loved his book so I’m excited for his show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Listenlong
    Canada2 months ago

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Union Busting with Sara Nelson
Q: Can you walk us through what Union Busting looks like and to which degrees in our politics these days?
Sara reveals the four Ds of Union Busting — divide, delay, distract, and demoralize — and explains how these strategies are currently being employed against workers by political leaders.
Union Busting with Sara Nelson
Q: So how do you make sense of that difference between public support and involvement? And do you see union membership growing in the near future?
Sara discusses the disconnect between public support for unions and actual membership. Noting that while there is growing support especially among young workers, the way to organize remains difficult under current labor laws.
Union Busting with Sara Nelson
Q: Can you give us a quick primer on the history of unions and public sentiment towards them, like historically?
Sara Nelson explains that everything people enjoy today in any kind of social contract, including social security and workplace safety, was won by unions. She details the historical context, highlighting major labor movements that culminated in significant changes in labor laws.
Is the Dynasty Dead? with Alexis Coe
Q: What are your thoughts on the future of American dynasties?
Dynasty has certain advantages but it has to be backed up with concerted effort and action, and authenticity and stamina are more important.
Is the Dynasty Dead? with Alexis Coe
Q: What do you think helped gain public trust and popularity for the Clintons? Were they a response to the Bushes?
The Bushes were authentic in their connection to the land; while Clinton left office with high approval ratings, Hillary seemed elite and uncomfortable.

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Engaging with current events through a historical lens, each episode tackles contemporary topics including trends in culture, technology, and societal issues. The discussions frequently highlight how past events echo in modern experiences, offering insights that make complex topics more approachable and engaging for listeners. With a focus on storytelling enriched by guest expert perspectives, the content explores everything from the evolving landscape of the creator economy to pressing concerns in public infrastructure and space exploration, emphasizing the importance of innovation and diversity in all fields.

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3. Karina Longworth
4. Alok Menon
5. Stacey Abrams
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7. Michael Lewis
8. Richard Kreitner

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