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The Great Battlefield

Nathaniel G. Pearlman
Democracy
Democratic Party
Civic Engagement
Donald Trump
Progressive Politics
Political Technology
Political Campaigns
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Trump Administration
Social Media
Fundraising
Authoritarianism
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Political Campaigning
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THE GREAT BATTLEFIELD PODCAST - A PODCAST ABOUT THE PROGRESSIVE RESISTANCE A great political battle is being fought right now for the soul of our country.

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Todd Achilles joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career in the military and in tech, serving as Idaho State Representative and now running as an Independent to represent Idaho in the US Senate.

Jared Abbot joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career as a professor and activist and his nonprofit, the Center for Working-Class Politics, a research institute dedicated to surveying the political and economic attitudes of working... more

Tova Paglaro joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about her career and building and exiting two politically adjacent tech companies.

Ellen Flenniken joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about her career and her role at Vera, where they work for policies that promote public safety and limit incarceration.

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Recent Guests

Katy Erker-Lynch
Executive Director at Promo, Missouri's LGBTQ+ public policy and advocacy organization
Promo (Missouri LGBTQ+ policy and advocacy)
Episode: Liberating the LGBTQ+ Community in Missouri with Katy Erker-Lynch
Mara Kronenfeld
Executive Director of UNRWA USA
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Episode: Supporting Humanitarian Needs in Gaza with Mara Kronenfeld of UNRWA
Tim Whitehouse
Executive Director of Public Employees for Environmental Responsibility (PEER)
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Episode: Protecting Public Employees Who Protect Our Environment and Health with Tim Whitehouse of PEER
Tim Fullerton
Founder and CEO of Find Out Media
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Episode: Building a Progressive Media Company with Tim Fullerton
Jeff Hauser
Executive director of Revolving Door Project
Revolving Door Project
Episode: Fighting the Corruption of our Federal Government with Jeff Hauser
Kim Alexander
Founder and president of the California Voter Foundation
California Voter Foundation
Episode: Improving our Election Processes with Kim Alexander
Ben Bilbrough
Entrepreneur; CEO of Action Tank; lead on Undeniable 26; involved in Democratic outreach and nonprofit tech initiatives
Action Tank; Undeniable 26
Episode: Targeting Young Voters in Swing Districts with Ben Bilbrough
Pablo Correa
Co-founder, Rural Arizona Engagement (RAZE)
Rural Arizona Engagement (RAZE)
Episode: Organizing in Rural Arizona with Pablo Correa of RAZE
Morgan Ramsey-Elliot
Partner at Red Associates, ethnographic research expert
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Episode: Understanding Conservatives with Morgan Ramsey-Elliot of ReD

Host

Nathaniel G. Perlman
Host of The Great Battlefield

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 145 ratings
  • My #1 Listen

    I’ve probably heard 75% of The Great Battlefield episodes and Nathaniel is an outstanding interviewer. Definitely listen to this show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Bobby H. Sanderson
    United States10 months ago
  • Essential listening

    Inspiring and generous host and guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    jserves
    United Statesa year ago
  • Great Conversations, Real Insights

    Nathaniel clearly knows his art and brings together amazing insiders in the political and tech spaces with deep insights. Must listen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bartolah
    United Statesa year ago
  • The best pod to listen to if you want to understand the companies and organizations of the left

    There’s no podcast I recommend more highly to people who are trying to understand the progressive political landscape today.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    A dyslexic who loves books
    United Statesa year ago
  • Crossing the Line

    Thank you for your interview with Sarah Towle. When it comes to immigration, the discourse we usually get is too limited to be of use to anyone. Sarah gave us language and perspective that we all sorely need. Love the podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nanjing94
    United States2 years ago

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A must-listen for anyone working in civic tech and movement-building.
Hosts bring thoughtful questions and deep industry connections.
High-quality guests and nuanced discussions on media and policy.
Gives practical, actionable guidance for progressive campaigns and organizations.
Insightful interviews with top practitioners in democracy and tech.

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Protecting Public Employees Who Protect Our Environment and Health with Tim Whitehouse of PEER
Q: What are the current major challenges facing environmental governance and scientific integrity in the federal government?
Whitehouse discusses the shifting political landscape, attempts to reform the civil service, and the need for ongoing reform to ensure independence of scientific research, with a focus on accountability and civilian protections.
Protecting Public Employees Who Protect Our Environment and Health with Tim Whitehouse of PEER
Q: What drew you to PEER and how did the organization start and evolve?
He explains PEER's origin in the 1990s, its small size but meaningful impact, its focus on whistleblowers and scientific integrity, and its growth through partnerships with larger groups and legal networks.
Protecting Public Employees Who Protect Our Environment and Health with Tim Whitehouse of PEER
Q: Can you tell me a little bit about how you grew up and what was the path to being someone who worked at EPA?
Whitehouse outlines a lifelong passion for the outdoors and public service, leading him from early environmental stewardship to law school, wetlands enforcement at the EPA, and a career focused on environmental protection and whistleblower support.
Fighting the Corruption of our Federal Government with Jeff Hauser
Q: How does the organization make an impact with limited resources?
The focus is on leveraging existing institutions, publishing influential research, and getting core ideas into signal chats and major outlets to prompt action from policymakers and media.
Fighting the Corruption of our Federal Government with Jeff Hauser
Q: What inspired you to start the Revolving Door Project and focus on executive branch appointments?
Hauser explains that the project began from a belief that appointments are a critical lever for advancing progressive goals and safeguarding the public interest, particularly in countering corporate influence and ensuring accountability.

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A long-running interview-focused show that centers on progressive politics, technology, and democracy. Episodes feature leaders and practitioners from media, advocacy, climate action, election administration, data-driven organizing, and political tech, exploring how to build movements, improve governance, and leverage storytelling and data to drive change. Notable through-lines include creating sustainable left-leaning media ecosystems, anti-corruption and oversight strategies, and the ethical use of AI and data in political campaigns. The conversations often blend personal origin stories with practical guidance on fundraising, governance, coalition-building, and scalable organizing, making it a useful resource for listeners who want action... more

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Recent guests on The Great Battlefield include:

1. Katy Erker-Lynch
2. Mara Kronenfeld
3. Tim Whitehouse
4. Tim Fullerton
5. Jeff Hauser
6. Kim Alexander
7. Ben Bilbrough
8. Pablo Correa

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