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The Delve

The Delve
Donald Trump
Haiti
Christian Nationalism
Human Rights
Reproductive Rights
United States
Project 2025
Russia
Kamala Harris
Mark Fogel
Afghanistan
Child Labor
Israel
Censorship
US Foreign Policy
Human Trafficking
Taliban
Climate Change
Heritage Foundation
Abortion Policies

The Delve breaks down one issue each week with the people who know the most about it.

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Two French soldiers killed in Lebanon by Hezbollah sends Chalin down a rabbit hole. France has had troops in Lebanon since 1978. In those 48 years, Hezbollah went from a nascent militia to the most powerful non-state armed group in the Middle East. F... more

Chalin talks with former Massachusetts Lieutenant Governor and Forward Party Chairwoman Kerry Healey about what it actually looks like to govern from inside a broken system — and why she finally walked away from the Republican Party on January 7th. T... more

“Freedom Cities” are being sold as a way to unlock innovation: fewer rules, faster building, and a clean-slate approach to growth. But what is a Freedom City—really—and who would it answer to?

In this episode, Chalin is joined by Rick McGahey, econo... more

This week, a Los Angeles jury found Meta and YouTube negligent for deliberately designing their platforms to addict children. The verdict didn't come out of nowhere — the science has been building for over a decade. Chalin talks with Dr. Jean Twenge,... more

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Dr. Jean Twenge
Psychologist and author of iGen
San Diego State University / author
Episode: The Algorithm Trap with Dr. Jean Twenge
Cory Doctorow
Science fiction writer, activist, journalist; digital rights thinker
Electronic Frontier Foundation / Boing Boing (as described in episode)
Episode: Techno-Feudalism: Who Really Owns Your Devices? with Cory Doctorow
Bridget Todd
Writer and long-time observer of internet culture; host of There Are No Girls on the Internet
There Are No Girls on the Internet
Episode: Soft Life, Hard Reality: Trad Wife Content and What It’s Selling with Bridget Todd
Dr. Kevin Carnahan
Professor of Philosophy and Religion and Theological Fact Checker-in-Chief on TikTok
TikTok (Theological content)
Episode: God, TikTok, and the Age of Religious Misinformation with Dr. Kevin Carnahan (Part 2)
Kevin Carnahan
Professor of philosophy and religion at Central Methodist University; TikTok creator
Central Methodist University
Episode: God, TikTok, and the Age of Religious Misinformation with Dr. Kevin Carnahan (Part 1)
Dr. Blitz
Theoretical physicist and science content creator
TikTok
Episode: When Everyone’s an Expert (and Almost No One Is) with Dr. Blitz
Zolal Habibi
An Iranian human rights activist and woman's rights leader with over two decades of experience in fighting for a free, democratic Iran.
National Council of Resistance of Iran
Episode: Inside Iran’s Long Fight for Freedom
Dr. Nadia Hashimi
Pediatrician, novelist, and Afghan-American advocate for justice and women's rights in Afghanistan
Afghan American Foundation
Episode: Afghanistan After the Headlines: Lives We Left in Limbo
Vicki Wang
Taiwanese comedian who reflects on her experiences with comedy in both China and the United States, advocating for freedom of speech through her art.
Episode: Comedy, Censorship, and Power

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Chalin
Host of The Delve

Reviews

5.0 out of 5 stars from 27 ratings
  • Insightful

    Love the thought provoking convos with guests that specialize in the topics at hand. I’ll be tuning in

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Keidoeido
    United States4 months ago
  • Amazing podcast

    Fantastic podcast with a knowledgeable and well spoken host.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JBlumenfeld
    United States2 years ago
  • Amazing content! Super relevant and fact-based

    I love your podcast! I learn so much from each and every episode.

    I love how you incorporate so many interesting perspectives and thought-provoking questions

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    marmarita1234554331
    United States5 years ago
  • Great host, great content

    All great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    WhoopBAM
    United States6 years ago
  • Hooked!

    Listened to multiple episodes one evening. Factual and eye opening to current events. Definitely hooked and looking forward to hearing what they will discuss on the next episode!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    FaBuLuis
    United States6 years ago

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Host asks insightful, thought-provoking questions that elevate conversations.
Strong host presence and varied, credible guests.
Thoughtful, well-researched discussions with diverse expert guests.
Episodes offer eye-opening perspectives on current events and policy.
High-quality, fact-based analysis with current-event relevance.

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Techno-Feudalism: Who Really Owns Your Devices? with Cory Doctorow
Q: What does techno feudalism mean in the context of everyday tech use?
It describes how a small set of platform owners extract rents by controlling access and payment routes, turning users, developers, and workers into serfs under digital landlords who profit from ownership of the ecosystem rather than the goods themselves.
God, TikTok, and the Age of Religious Misinformation with Dr. Kevin Carnahan (Part 2)
Q: What kind of claims are you most seeing today? Are they predictions or something else?
The most prevalent claims involve miracles and biblical interpretations, with a lot of TikTok content presenting personal revelations or interpretations as definitive truth, which prompts him to evaluate them critically rather than accepting them at face value.
Inside Iran’s Long Fight for Freedom
Q: What specific changes could the international community make to support the protesters?
They should recognize the Iranian people's right to resist, hold the regime accountable for crimes against humanity, and support the disruption of media blackouts.
Inside Iran’s Long Fight for Freedom
Q: What do you think has made the current protests different from those in previous years?
This time, the unarmed protesters are amplified by a broader societal defiance against the regime's oppression and the call for a democratic republic.
When Everyone’s an Expert (and Almost No One Is) with Dr. Blitz
Q: Can AI be a friend or a foe to science communication?
AI can be a tool for good but also poses risks if treated as an oracle without critical appraisal.

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

This show analyzes one issue per week by inviting experts who know the topic inside out, spanning technology policy, geopolitics, culture, and science. Episodes frequently center on how platforms, institutions, and power structures shape public discourse, with practical implications for parents, educators, and policymakers. Noteworthy tendencies include rigorousR explorations of digital rights, media literacy, censorship, and the societal impact of tech and information ecosystems. The format often combines scholarly perspectives, firsthand experiences, and policy-oriented critique, making it valuable for listeners who want a deeper understanding of how complex systems affect everyday life and public policy. A distinctive thread is linking c... more

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1. Dr. Jean Twenge
2. Cory Doctorow
3. Bridget Todd
4. Dr. Kevin Carnahan
5. Kevin Carnahan
6. Dr. Blitz
7. Zolal Habibi
8. Dr. Nadia Hashimi

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