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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 2026 USC Trojan Family Weekend, CPF Co-Directors and veteran political strategists Bob Shrum and Mike Murphy host a conversation on the biggest stories shaping the final stretch of the 2026 midterm elections. They discuss key races, campaign ... more

CPF Co-Directors Bob Shrum and Mike Murphy join political experts Brooke Armour, Christian Grose, and Mike Madrid for a discussion on the initiatives heading to California voters this November. They discuss how direct ballot measures are a dominate f... more

CPF Director Bob Shrum joins Fred Ryan, Director of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation's Center on Civility and Democracy, for a discussion on the state of American political discourse. They discuss presidential leadership and the role of civi... more

CPF Director Bob Shrum joins education experts Amy McIntosh, Pedro Noguera, and Marshall Tuck for a discussion on the state of American education. They discuss which education reforms are working, and which ones are not, the state of our K-12 educati... more

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Recent Guests

Brooke Armour
Executive Vice President of the California Business Roundtable and president of the Center for Jobs and the Economy
California Business Roundtable
Episode: BallotPalooza: CA Ballot Measures 2026
Christian Grose
Professor of Political Science and Public Policy at USC and Director of the USC Democracy and Fair Elections Lab
University of Southern California
Episode: BallotPalooza: CA Ballot Measures 2026
Mike Madrid
Political strategist, former California Republican Party political director, and co-founder of The Lincoln Project
USC Center for the Political Future
Episode: BallotPalooza: CA Ballot Measures 2026
Fred Ryan
Director of the Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation's Center on Civility and Democracy, co-founder of Politico, and former chief of staff to Ronald Reagan
Ronald Reagan Presidential Foundation
Episode: Presidents and Civility
Amy McIntosh
Former Assistant Secretary of Education in the Obama Administration
USC Center Fellow, former Assistant Secretary of Education
Episode: Education Reform: What's Working and What's Not?
Pedro Noguera
Dean of the Rossier School of Education at USC
USC Rossier School of Education
Episode: Education Reform: What's Working and What's Not?
Marshall Tuck
CEO of EdVoice, former LA public schools leader
EdVoice
Episode: Education Reform: What's Working and What's Not?
Mike Donilon
Democratic political strategist, former advisor to President Biden
Democratic Party / Biden administration
Episode: Midterm Tsunami? A Conversation with Fall 2026 CPF Fellows
Julianna Goldman
Award-winning journalist covering national politics and public policy
Bloomberg News / CBS News
Episode: Midterm Tsunami? A Conversation with Fall 2026 CPF Fellows

Hosts

Bob Shrum
Director/host with longstanding involvement in bipartisan political discourse and Center for the Political Future programs.
Mike Murphy
Co-Director, renowned political strategist and co-host guiding bipartisan dialogue.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 52 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 States4 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 States5 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 States6 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
    5
    justin kempf
    United States6 years ago

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Civil, solution-focused conversations are appreciated by listeners across the political spectrum.
Listeners value historical context and real-world policy trade-offs.
Guests and hosts are seen as credible, non-ephemeral voices in public discourse.
Discussions emphasize civility and practical policy outcomes over partisan debates.
Guests from diverse backgrounds provide thoughtful, data-driven perspectives.

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BallotPalooza: CA Ballot Measures 2026
Q: Are there some things that can make the ballot initiative process work better?
Suggestions include setting a higher threshold for passage, reforming paid signature gathering, and assigning ballot titles and summaries to a nonpartisan body using clear language.
BallotPalooza: CA Ballot Measures 2026
Q: Direct ballot measures are a dominant feature of California elections. Is this good or bad for the state?
The panelists describe competing effects: ballot measures can let voters counterbalance special interests and legislative inaction, but they can also be shaped by campaign spending, narrow interests, and complex ballot language.
Presidents and Civility
Q: What if I'm civil and the people I'm interacting with aren't civil? What am I supposed to do?
Ryan advises listening, responding civilly without abandoning one's principles, and avoiding the impulse to match another person's anger. He says civility can be contagious and notes that some research suggests respectful campaign ads can have greater impact than attack ads.
Presidents and Civility
Q: What was it about President Reagan's character and our politics then that led to this kind of civility? Have we seen it from other presidents since then? And what are the prospects that we can return to something like this in the years ahead?
Ryan points to Reagan's personal warmth with Tip O'Neill and the ability to disagree while preserving a positive relationship. He says other presidents have also found ways to work across party lines, but contemporary politics increasingly rewards humiliating opponents rather than reaching agreements.
Midterm Tsunami? A Conversation with Fall 2026 CPF Fellows
Q: What could change the outcome besides traditional headwinds?
External shocks such as a national crisis or significant geopolitical events could alter trajectories, but the panel acknowledges uncertainty and the importance of election mechanics like voting access and turnout.

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A conversation series centered on civil, solution-oriented political discourse, bringing together veteran strategists and a rotating cast of policymakers, journalists, academics, and public-interest voices. Across recent episodes, the discussions focus on climate policy, governance at state and local levels, free speech on campuses, redistricting, and how bipartisan cooperation can address high-stakes challenges. The show is notable for its emphasis on respectful dialogue, practical policy exploration, and a willingness to surface historical context and real-world constraints while seeking common ground on divisive topics.

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1. Brooke Armour
2. Christian Grose
3. Mike Madrid
4. Fred Ryan
5. Amy McIntosh
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7. Marshall Tuck
8. Mike Donilon

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