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How Do We Fix It?

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From politics to the personal, we're about bridging rigid partisan divides and listening with respect to different points of view. Our podcast is hosted by longtime journalist Richard Davies. We challenge authors, experts and provocateurs in a search for positive, practical ideas. Guests include David Blankenhorn, Mónica Guzmán, Dr. Francis Collins, and other leaders and members of Braver Angels. ... more

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Scott Schluter
Active member of Braver Angels in Minneapolis-St. Paul community
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Episode: Minnesota ICE Surge Is Ending. What Happens Next? Melinda Voss and Scott Schluter
Melinda Voss
Active member of Braver Angels in Minneapolis-St. Paul community
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Episode: Minnesota ICE Surge Is Ending. What Happens Next? Melinda Voss and Scott Schluter
Natalie LaRoche
Program manager for the Debate Team at Braver Angels, former intern
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Episode: What Braver Angels Learns From Gen Z: Natalie Laroche and Genevieve Raushenbush
Genevieve Raushenbush
Former intern at Braver Angels, now working at Sway
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Episode: What Braver Angels Learns From Gen Z: Natalie Laroche and Genevieve Raushenbush
Sam Rechek
Program Coordinator for the Debate Team at Braver Angels.
Braver Angels
Episode: Braver Angels Debates: Different and Fun. Sam Rechek
Chauncey Williams
A volunteer with Braver Angels in Denver who facilitates conversations with strangers in parks.
Braver Angels
Episode: Chats In A Park With Strangers: Chauncey Williams
Steve Saltwick
Inaugural Senior Fellow of Braver Angels
Braver Angels
Episode: More Outrage? No! Citizen-Led Solutions Yes! Steve Saltwick
Maury Giles
CEO of Braver Angels
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Episode: Be The People. Healing America and Restoring Civic Muscle: Maury Giles
Zachary Elwood
Author specializing in political polarization and conflict resolution
Episode: Why Contempt Destroys Democracy and How to Push Back: Zachary Elwood

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Richard Davies
Longtime journalist and host noted for his insightful conversations and emphasis on constructive dialogue.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 130 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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    4
    HTR4444
    Philippines2 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

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Walker0303
    United States2 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 States4 years ago

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Many express gratitude for the focus on solutions rather than divisive politics, citing the hosts' ability to engage with a range of perspectives.
Listeners appreciate the diverse and thoughtful discussions that challenge conventional narratives.
Some critiques highlight moments where debates could benefit from deeper probing of guests' views.
Overall, there is a strong sentiment towards the podcast's refreshing approach to political and social issues.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Minnesota ICE Surge Is Ending. What Happens Next? Melinda Voss and Scott Schluter
Q: What do both of you say to people, friends, family, neighbors who are either angry or have a sense of despair or both? What do you say to them?
I listen to them and acknowledge their emotions, then I may offer my point of view, advocating for the importance of conversations with people on the other side to promote understanding.
What Braver Angels Learns From Gen Z: Natalie Laroche and Genevieve Raushenbush
Q: Is Braver Angels too old? Should there be a lot more young people? Should it be a more youthful organization?
Braver Angels itself isn't too old, but it needs young voices to enhance cross-generational learning and relationships.
What Braver Angels Learns From Gen Z: Natalie Laroche and Genevieve Raushenbush
Q: What did you learn as an intern at Braver Angels?
It was a wake-up call to realize that younger generations need to relearn civic engagement and have built-in interactions with those who have different views.
What Braver Angels Learns From Gen Z: Natalie Laroche and Genevieve Raushenbush
Q: In what ways do you think your generation is misunderstood?
There is a perception that Gen Z is disengaged and apathetic politically, but many are passionate and active in expressing their political views in nontraditional ways.
What Braver Angels Learns From Gen Z: Natalie Laroche and Genevieve Raushenbush
Q: What do you think Braver Angels can learn from its younger members, its younger volunteers and staffers?
Young members bring energy, new ideas, and fresh skills that enhance the work of Braver Angels, especially in reaching broader audiences through social media.

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2. Melinda Voss
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7. Steve Saltwick
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