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The Bully Pulpit has merged with the Let's Find Common Ground podcast. As the tone of public discourse becomes increasingly angry and divisive, Let's Find Common Ground offers a healing path to reaching agreement and moving forward. At the USC Dornsife Center for the Political Future, we bring together top Republicans and Democrats to transcend partisan divisions and explore solutions to our most ... more

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For the 2025 USC Trojan Family Weekend, CPF Co-Directors and veteran political strategists Bob Shrum and Mike Murphy host a conversation on the 2025 election results and the latest political headlines. They discuss the 2025 California special electio... more

CPF Co-Director Mike Murphy joins voting experts Mike Madrid, Chuck Rocha, and Helen Torres for a discussion on Latino voters, the fastest-growing voting bloc in the country. They discuss shifts in Latino voting patterns, what to expect from Latino v... more

Hear young USC alumni discuss their work in the nonprofit field. What fueled their success? How do they raise money? What impact are their efforts having? These inspirational and educational stories come from students who took the USC Dornsife Toolki... more

CPF Managing Director Kamy Akhavan joins gun safety activist Shannon Watts and environmental protection activist Benji Backer for a discussion on civic engagement, lessons from activism, and how to utilize your passion to enact social change. They di... more

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Recent Guests

Laura Calero
Philanthropy Manager at Achieve Miami
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Brandon Tran
Co-founder and CEO of ChallengeUS
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Keli'i Rubin
Program Coordinator for the Berkeley Food Network
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Episode: Doing Good: USC Nonprofit Leaders Shaping America's Future - Part 2 Even More Good
Shannon Watts
Founder of Moms Demand Action and author of "Fired Up, How to Turn Your Spark Into a Flame"
Moms Demand Action
Episode: How to Scale Your Passion And Build a Movement: Dialogues Across Difference
Benji Backer
Founder and CEO of Nature is Nonpartisan and author of "The Conservative Environmentalist"
Nature is Nonpartisan
Episode: How to Scale Your Passion And Build a Movement: Dialogues Across Difference
Joe Manchin
Former Senator from West Virginia and author
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Episode: Former Senator Joe Manchin in Conversation with Bob Shrum
Fred Ryan
Founding CEO of Politico, former Chief of Staff to President Ronald Reagan, Publisher and CEO of The Washington Post
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Episode: U.S. Presidents and Civility
Diego Andrades
Assistant Director of the Center and moderator
USC Dornsife
Episode: Gen Z and Democracy: Disillusioned and Disengaged?

Hosts

Bob Shrum
Director of the Center for the Political Future, with extensive experience in political strategy and campaigning.
Mike Murphy
Co-Director of the Center for the Political Future, experienced in political consulting and strategy.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 55 ratings
  • Enlightening and uplifting

    In an age where are country is so divided on many topics, I find "Let's Find Common Ground" enlightening and uplifting. It underscores how, despite our differences, we can learn from inspiring guests how to find commonality with others.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    laurieinsm
    United States3 years ago
  • Informative and anti inflammatory

    I’ve listen to several episodes. I fell I learn about various points of view and why people come to their viewpoints.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YodaOfCanton
    United States4 years ago
  • Great point-counter point views

    A civil conversation about today’s hot topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    YodaOfCanton
    United States5 years ago
  • Captivating perspectives

    A very entertaining 30 minute look at topics that make you consider how to better understand an alternate perspective

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    IvyVirginia
    United States5 years ago
  • A message whose time is now

    Let’s Find Common Ground is a refreshing voice that looks to overcome the pernicious polarization that plagues American politics.

    Justin Kempf

    Democracy Paradox Podcast

    Apple Podcasts
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    justin kempf
    United States5 years ago

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The podcast is praised for bringing together balanced perspectives from various political backgrounds.
Listeners appreciate the emphasis on civil discourse and the challenge of finding common ground.
Many find the conversations enlightening, particularly in addressing divisive political issues without antagonism.

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2025 Trojan Family Weekend: How's Trump Doing? What About the Democrats?
Q: What does it mean that Democrats win when they focus on kitchen table economics?
It highlights the importance of addressing practical economic issues, rather than getting drawn into cultural debates that may distract from what voters care about.
2025 Trojan Family Weekend: How's Trump Doing? What About the Democrats?
Q: How does Trump have the hypnotic control over so many politicians?
Trump has a significant influence over Republican primaries, leading many politicians to align with him for fear of losing their seats.
How to Scale Your Passion And Build a Movement: Dialogues Across Difference
Q: Why do you think that markets, entrepreneurs, innovators, what can they do for the environment that government cannot do?
Benji argues that marketplaces can act faster and are often more effective in addressing environmental issues than government regulation, which can be slow and restrictive.
How to Scale Your Passion And Build a Movement: Dialogues Across Difference
Q: Why did you write this book? And why is it important for people, especially women, to read it?
Shannon explains that after 11 years of activism post-Sandy Hook, the book is a culmination of her experience helping women find their voices and advocate for issues they care about.
The Courts and the Future of Democracy
Q: Why do you think Chief Justice Roberts and the court's majority seems so disinclined to confront the president?
They likely align with the president's views on substantive issues of executive power.

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This podcast focuses on civil discourse and finding common ground amid a polarized political landscape. With discussions featuring influential voices from both major political parties, it aims to foster understanding and respect in an increasingly divisive environment. Episodes tackle a range of pressing national and global issues, promoting actionable solutions through open dialogue. The unique approach of highlighting bipartisan cooperation makes this podcast a valuable resource for listeners who seek to engage in informed political discussions without the typical partisan rhetoric.

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7. Joe Manchin
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