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How Do We Fix It?

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Braver Angels
Polarization
Political Polarization
Civic Engagement
Political Discourse
Courageous Citizenship
Diversity, Equity, and Inclusion
Democracy
Debate
Social Media
Community Engagement
Liberalism
Local Journalism
Immigration
Donald Trump
Election Day 2024
American Politics
Free Speech
American Universities
Higher Education

We report on the people projects and ideas of Braver Angels, the largest volunteer-led grassroots movement to bridge partisan divides. Braver Angels brings people together from right, left and center, and works to restore America's civic muscle through curiosity and dialogue. From politics to the personal, we're about listening with humility and courage to those we disagree with. Produced by Davie... more

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Writer, depolarization activist, and former human rights attorney, Erica Etelson, is a committed liberal who works with fellow leftists on how to communicate more effectively with moderates and conservatives across lines of difference. As we hear in ... more

Lifelong educator and Braver Angels volunteer Mary Thomas-Vallens gets more hopeful about America’s political future when she’s working with teens.

“I’m fired up every time I talk to them,” she tells How Do We Fix It?. “I am their biggest cheerlead... more

In 2017, data analyst Wesley Warshawer was shocked by a poll that said 50% of Americans supported Donald Trump, about half lived with a gun their home, and a third believed in a literal reading of The Book of Genesis.

This didn’t match the views of ... more

What role does the news media play in polarizing us? How do print, radio, TV, and online journalists reinforce our views of the world rather than connecting us to all sides of an issue? 

Our guest is John Gable, co-founder and CEO of AllSides.com, w... more

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Recent Guests

Mary Thomas-Vallens
Lifelong educator, leads Braver Angels workshops, mentors Braver Teens
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Episode: Braver Teens. What Happens When We Really Listen: Mary Thomas-Vallens
Jenna Freeman
Political conservative, started a Turning Point USA chapter
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Episode: Braver Teens. What Happens When We Really Listen: Mary Thomas-Vallens
Seraphine Chen
Braver Teens event organizer, emerging ambassador
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Episode: Braver Teens. What Happens When We Really Listen: Mary Thomas-Vallens
Mia Dougherty
Braver Teen, organizer of school events
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Episode: Braver Teens. What Happens When We Really Listen: Mary Thomas-Vallens
Wesley Warshawer
Guest; traveler who studied ethics across American bubbles
Episode: Busting Out of Your Bubble. How Wesley Warshawer Did It
John Gable
Founder and CEO of AllSides
AllSides
Episode: AllSides: Balanced News, Bias Ratings, Dialogue Across Difference. John Gable
Patricia Higgins
Democrat, former New Hampshire state legislator
Braver Angels / New Hampshire House of Representatives
Episode: Can Democrats and Republicans Learn To Listen? Patricia Higgins & Doug Teschner
Doug Teschner
Republican, former New Hampshire state legislator
Braver Angels / Author of Beyond the Politics of Contempt
Episode: Can Democrats and Republicans Learn To Listen? Patricia Higgins & Doug Teschner
Chauncey Williams
Braver Angels volunteer; Chats in the Park organizer in Colorado
Braver Angels
Episode: Exact Same Place. Very Different Viewpoints. Chauncey Williams & Maryanne Colter

Hosts

Richard Davies
Host of the show; Braver Angels / DaviesContent; primarily responsible for leading discussions and moderating cross-partisan dialogue.
Maury Giles
CEO of Braver Angels; provides leadership perspective on depolarization and courageous citizenship.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 133 ratings
  • Good show with a few flaws

    There are a lot of good guests and a lot of good and useful information. But the whole are coming to the narrative that we need a lot of nuclear power is just so depressing and its utterly uninformed nature. Bring Stanford University Mark Jacobson on to the show to set yourselves straight. Other than that, a lot of good stuff.

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    HTR4444
    Philippines3 years ago
  • Recent episode was embarassing

    I don’t know how to leave a review on a single episode but the interview with James Pethokoukis was embarrassing. Advocating for tripling down on tech savorism and environmental deregulation to save us is not optimism it’s naivety and denial.

    Perfectly reasonable to have him on to share his ideas but to not even ask him about how unfettered neoliberal capitalism and a head in the sand approach to tech development are major contributors to every issue we face today doesn’t instill a lot of conf... more

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    1
    Walker0303
    United States3 years ago
  • Nuance, Intriguing Guests Combine With Warmth and Great Conversation

    I always enjoy this podcast. It's intriguing guests, offering interesting takes on a variety of topics, combined with the knowledge and insights of it's hosts, draws me back again and again.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    laurieinsm
    United States4 years ago
  • Dennis Karpf

    Nuanced, sensible and practical. Refreshing to find this common sense podcast. You will, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    dennis.karpf
    United States4 years ago
  • Easy to listen to

    Genial and wide ranging. Easy to listen to and learn from

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    StephQ44
    United States5 years ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

The show offers thoughtful, solution-oriented discussions with authentic guests.
Some episodes are critiqued for perceived bias or missed counterpoints, but overall positives prevail.
High-quality guests and hospitable hosts create constructive dialogues without shouting.
Listeners praise civil discourse and practical approaches to polarization.

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Braver Teens. What Happens When We Really Listen: Mary Thomas-Vallens
Q: Do you see the teenagers involved as leaders today or future leaders?
Mary and the guests describe teens as leaders in real time, already organizing events, training peers, and coordinating support from schools, with the potential to sustain impact into college and beyond.
Braver Teens. What Happens When We Really Listen: Mary Thomas-Vallens
Q: Specifically, what skills do they learn with Braver Angels?
The core LAP skills are listen to understand, acknowledge, and agree when possible, plus learning how to share a perspective in a way that is heard, while making the other person feel understood.
Braver Teens. What Happens When We Really Listen: Mary Thomas-Vallens
Q: First tell us about braver teens. Who are they and how are they part of braver angels?
Mary explains that braver teens are motivated students who find Braver Angels to pursue civil discourse, form campus clubs, and develop tools and websites to expand participation.
Busting Out of Your Bubble. How Wesley Warshawer Did It
Q: How did you handle misunderstandings or accusations of being 'creepy' when walking someone home in Korea?
Cultural differences can lead to misinterpretations; the key is recognizing ignorance rather than assigning malice, and learning from the encounter for future interactions.
Busting Out of Your Bubble. How Wesley Warshawer Did It
Q: What did you learn about yourself or about America from traveling?
That the most meaningful growth comes from being uncomfortable, and that Americans across regions often share a common ethical ground despite political differences.

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What is How Do We Fix It? about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show centers on Braver Angels' people, projects, and ideas, focusing on depolarization, civil discourse, and practical civic solutions. Episodes range from interviews with public intellectuals and policy thinkers to on-the-ground reports from cross-partisan initiatives, workshops, and conventions. A standout throughline is bridging divides with empathy, listening, and collaborative problem-solving, often highlighting real-world programs like immigration dialogue, civics education, and Courageous Citizenship. The format tends to mix concrete policy discussion with personal stories and actionable next steps, making it a practical listen for listeners who want to understand depolarization efforts and how to get involved.

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