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Reflector

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Donald Trump
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JK Rowling
Trump Administration
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Transgender Rights
Immigration
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2024 US Presidential Election
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2024 Presidential Election
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We investigate the surprising stories behind the most fascinating debates and pressing issues facing society today. By looking into how we got here, we aim to understand more deeply where we may be headed next.

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What if the next great leap in computing wasn't made of silicon — but of living human brain cells? Reporter Greg Warner takes us inside the lab of Hon Weng Chong, an Australian computer engineer who has built a biological computer: a device that hous... more

The final chapter of Reflector’s tour of LGBTQ activism examines some of the controversies currently roiling society—starting with a look at one of the most contentious subjects in American history: sex education. With interviews with some of the min... more

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You can hear Part 3 of this series right now when you become a Longview subscriber by visiting us ⁠here

Part two of Reflector’s dive into the LGBTQ+ movement picks up with the arrival of the Qs…and all that came after. Featuring interviews with prom... more

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Reflector goes gay with a three-part look at the movement known as LGBTQ. Episode one looks at how homosexuals went from being social outcas... more

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Recent Guests

Hon Weng Chong
CEO and Founder of Cortical Labs
Cortical Labs
Episode: Wetwear
Minas Liarokapis
CEO and CTO of Acumino; Director of the New Dexterity Research Group
Acumino
Episode: Wetwear
Gregory Warner
Host/Reporter
The Last Invention / Longview
Episode: Wetwear
Madelaine Adelman
Board member at GLSEN, educator
GLSEN
Episode: Strange Bedfellows Part III: Backlash
Alison Macklin
Policy Advocacy Director at CECUS, Sex Ed for Social Change
CECUS
Episode: Strange Bedfellows Part III: Backlash
Eva Goldfarb
Professor of Public Health
Montclair State University
Episode: Strange Bedfellows Part III: Backlash
Ben Kawaller
Interviewee providing analysis on the LGBTQ coalition and Queer Theory
Unspecified, as cited in the episode
Episode: Strange Bedfellows Part II: The Q
Dana Beyer
Doctor and early transgender activist
Dr. Dana Beyer (trans activist)
Episode: Strange Bedfellows Part I: When LGB met T
Lorri Jean
CEO of the Los Angeles Gay and Lesbian Center in the 1990s
GLAAD
Episode: Strange Bedfellows Part I: When LGB met T

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Andy Mills
Host and producer for Reflector, often leads interviews and storytelling segments.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 774 ratings
  • Wetware

    Scariest thing I’ve heard yet. Cyborgs inbound… when the sine wave/white noise soundscapes was playing, I was walking my dog and jump-scared at the white noise… there’s rattlesnakes about, and my mind turned white noise into snake. In other words, the training seems to work on complex wetware as well. Sheesh.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Rogue Williams
    United States18 days ago
  • Thoughtful and authentic

    Always authentic, engaging and thoughtful. You don’t have to agree to find it interesting if you’re open minded.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    askingasing
    United States25 days ago
  • Amazing!

    Ben is a fantastic storyteller. I can’t wait to hear more!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Isadoorknob
    United Statesa month ago
  • Ehh

    Heterodox outlet that focuses on extreme left voices. Disappointedly underreports ICE violence. Smacks of “both sides”ing our current dysfunction. Highlighting online posts and randos to point to greater tolerance to political violence is not the most convincing.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    SMAD4
    United States2 months ago
  • Looking forward to more!

    A thoughtful podcast that gets me thinking in expanded directions. I shared episodes with family and friends and look forward to it generating fun and lively discussions in the future. How awesome is that! Highly recommended.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    eliseharris
    United States2 months ago

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Strange Bedfellows Part III: Backlash
Q: Okay, welcome back from the break. And now, Ben, where do things stand as of now?
Ben explains the current status as backlash shaping law and policy, with ongoing debates within the LGBTQ coalition and the broader public, including political moves and court cases.
Strange Bedfellows Part II: The Q
Q: How would you briefly summarize what Queer Theory is?
Queer Theory is an academic approach that questions fixed categories of gender and sexuality, seeing them as socially constructed and fluid rather than inherent biological facts.
Paid Protesters
Q: How do you find the people you hire for protests?
Swart describes using a mix of existing networks, outreach to people already upset, and broad recruitment; they also interview candidates via Zoom to assess alignment with causes and personal connection to issues.
Propaganda of the Deed (Part 2)
Q: What does it look like if you and your organization are successful and what does it look like if you fail?
If we fail, we'll be in concentration camps, if not dead. And if we succeed, we'll have ousted the Trump government.
A Nation of Immigrants Votes for Deportations
Q: What do you think Donald Trump can do to enforce immigration laws?
He will likely need to hire more ICE agents and may face challenges related to due process laws in deporting a large number of people.

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What is Reflector about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The show presents thoughtful, conversation-driven explorations of current debates, with a focus on how complex issues arrive at their present form. Episodes cover topics from paid protest dynamics to political violence, immigration, and AI, often pairing historical context with contemporary implications. The format tends to elevate nuanced storytelling, balanced inquiry, and interviews with researchers, practitioners, and stakeholders, aiming to challenge assumptions while staying accessible to curious, highly educated listeners. A standout trait is its willingness to wrestle with difficult subjects without veering into partisan theater, making it a potential fit for audiences seeking depth and diverse perspectives in socio-political discou... more

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2. Minas Liarokapis
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6. Eva Goldfarb
7. Ben Kawaller
8. Dana Beyer

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