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Talkin‘ Politics & Religion Without Killin‘ Each Other

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Politics and Religion. We’re not supposed to talk about that, right? Wrong! We only say that nowadays because the loudest, most extreme voices have taken over the whole conversation. Well, we‘re taking some of that space back! If you’re dying for some dialogue instead of all the yelling; if you know it’s okay to have differences without having to hate each other; if you believe politics and religi... more

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Latest Episodes

The essay ran in The Dispatch. Then a few hundred readers wrote back, and a few of them changed my mind.

There is such a thing as Trump Derangement Syndrome. It just isn't what most people mean when they say it. This one goes behind the essay: the p... more

Carl Cannon came up in newsrooms where editors challenged you word by word, and nearly fifty years on he's still keeping score on who gets the quote right. His one rule, for reporting and for arguing in general: describe the other side so faithfully ... more

Something a little different this week. This is a Village Squarecast episode, shared here in full, and you'll hear Corey host the top before turning it over to Liz Joyner, founder and president of The Village Square. Steve Seibert moderates.

The gue... more

The press is the only industry the Constitution protects. Hugo Balta thinks too many newsrooms forgot why, and he walked out to prove it.

Hugo Balta spent three decades in newsrooms at NBC, MSNBC, Telemundo, CBS, ABC, and ESPN before leaving mainstr... more

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Recent Guests

Yuval Levin
Director of Social, Cultural and Constitutional Studies at the American Enterprise Institute; author
American Enterprise Institute
Episode: Yuval Levin: We Disagree Too Little || A Village Squarecast Special
Hugo Balta
Executive editor of The Fulcrum; publisher of Latino News Network; former president of NAHJ
The Fulcrum; Latino News Network
Episode: The Only Industry the Constitution Protects || Hugo Balta, The Fulcrum
Lauren Jackson
Deputy Editorial Director for Newsletters at The New York Times and host of Believing
The New York Times
Episode: Leaving the Church, Keeping the Prayer || Lauren Jackson, The New York Times
Lindsey Cormack
Associate professor of political science and director of diplomacy lab at Stevens Institute of Technology
Episode: Lindsey Cormack || How to Raise a Citizen for a Government That Doesn't Suck
Rich Harwood
President and founder of the Harwood Institute for Public Innovation
Harwood Institute for Public Innovation
Episode: Stop Talking, Start Building || Rich Harwood on How Divided Towns Actually Heal
Layla Zaidane
President and CEO of Future Caucus
Future Caucus
Episode: Layla Zaidane, Future Caucus on Why Good Lawmakers Quit | Introducing Terms of Service
Kristin Wilson
Co-founder and executive producer of 535, a newsroom focused on Congress policy
535
Episode: Kristin Wilson // A Newsroom for What Congress Actually Does
Lura Forcum
Writer, consumer psychologist and former professor; author of How to Human
How to Human / Substack
Episode: Lura Forcum: How to Human (And Why We've Stopped)
James Talarico
Former teacher in the Austin area, state representative
Democratic Party (Texas)
Episode: Who Is Your God, Really? || Ken Paxton, James Talarico, and the God American Evangelicalism Actually Worships

Hosts

Corey Nathan
Host of the show, frequently leading conversations on politics, religion, civility, and democratic discourse; appears across most episodes.
Jaime Encinas
Entrepreneur and trauma-informed guest discussing ACEs and healing; appears as a guest in multiple episodes.
Brian Hooks
Chairman/CEO of Stand Together; frequent guest discussing civility, collaboration, and civic leadership.
Jason Mangone
Executive Director of More in Common US; polarization and civic health expert.
Andrew Keen
Host of Keen on America; external perspective on American discourse and polarization.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 249 ratings
  • Corey does a fantastic job connecting with his guests and audience. Very easy to listen to, even when you don't agree with it!

    Podchaser
    5
    drcappi
    9 days ago
  • The perfect antidote to the outrage industry

    After hearing Corey talk about how our brains get hooked on the dopamine hit of political anger, I knew I had to subscribe. He does an amazing job pushing back against the screamers. If you’re part of the exhausted majority and want real, human dialogue instead of division, you’ll love this show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mrblog
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great podcast!

    This podcast is great. Provides lots of information to keep you up to date while also balancing the politics and religion conversations well!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LLewis456
    United States2 months ago
  • Voice

    This podcast gives voice to so many who love democracy and people, over just hearing one opinion for life. This podcast is thoughtful, intelligent, respectful, and hopeful. I love it! Thank you Mr Nathan!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    33$&8
    United States2 years ago
  • SoCal Fires

    “When did capitalizing on devastating natural disasters to score political points become a thing?" – Corey Nathan

    2005 Hurricane Katrina. I was 23, so that would have been my earliest recollection of it becoming “a thing.”

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Kenzie Maureen
    United States2 years ago

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The show is praised for balancing politics and religion with nuanced discussions.
Listeners appreciate the thoughtful, civil tone and diverse guest roster.
Guests are described as smart, credible, and capable of challenging ideas without hostility.

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#111
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Talking Points

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Yuval Levin: We Disagree Too Little || A Village Squarecast Special
Q: How do you define unity in a free society, given persistent disagreement?
Unity means acting together to address common problems, even when thinking differently, by negotiating and bargaining within a framework that protects minority rights and encourages coalition-building.
Leaving the Church, Keeping the Prayer || Lauren Jackson, The New York Times
Q: What do you think each of us can do to share space with people across differences and have better conversations about politics and religion?
Start by asking what if they're right, listen deeply, ask curious questions, and approach dialogue with humility and boundaries to protect yourself while preserving humanity in the other person.
Stop Talking, Start Building || Rich Harwood on How Divided Towns Actually Heal
Q: What do you think we can do to share space with people who differ from us and have better conversations without killing each other?
Turn outward, listen with dignity, and start from shared aspirations—then identify what you can agree on and take concrete, collaborative steps together.
Susan Page: The Queen Had a Front Row Seat to American Democracy (Best of TP&R)
Q: What is the worst interview you've done on your podcast?
The guest describes a past interview that didn't meet expectations due to a lack of connection and missed opportunities, highlighting the importance of preparation and staying curious rather than simply pushing questions.
Best of || H.W. Brands: America First — Roosevelt vs. Lindbergh and the Fight for America’s Role in the World
Q: What drew you to Franklin Roosevelt and Charles Lindbergh as the central figures in this historical debate?
I ground history in individual lives and the way their choices intersect with big questions; Roosevelt represents leadership toward world engagement while Lindbergh embodies a powerful, celebrity-driven argument for choosing a more isolated stance. The dynamic between them allows a vivid, play-like reading of how ideas compete and how public opinion shifts.

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Thoughtful, civically engaged discussions that bridge politics and religion with a focus on civil discourse, nuanced perspectives, and practical ways to navigate disagreement. Episodes feature a mix of policy, constitutional history, ethics in technology, leadership, and strategies for reducing polarization through listening and relationship-building. Notable strengths include a steady emphasis on civility, diverse guest backgrounds spanning academia, journalism, policy, and civic leadership, and a willingness to tackle difficult topics with calm, question-driven dialogue. Potential listeners who want balanced conversations that honor disagreement without hostility will likely find this show valuable and timely for understanding how public ... more

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