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This is Democracy

This is Democracy
Democracy
Ukraine War
Disinformation
Bush V Gore
D-Day
Supreme Court
World War II
Donald Trump
Al Gore
George W. Bush
Social Media
Ukraine
Russia
Judicial Restraint
Electoral Issues
Media and Politics
U.S. Military History
Middle East
14th Amendment
Political Influence

The future of democracy is uncertain, but we are committed to its urgent renewal today. This podcast will draw on historical knowledge to inspire a contemporary democratic renaissance. The past offers hope for the present and the future, if only we can escape the negativity of our current moment — and each show will offer a serious way to do that! This podcast will bring together thoughtful voices... more

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This week, Jeremi and Zachary sit down with Dr. Mikkel Runge Olesen, a senior researcher at the Danish Institute for International Studies, to discuss Greenland and its growing significance in global politics. Dr. Olesen offers a comprehensive overvi... more

Jeremi and Zachary have a conversation with Gryffin Wilkens-Plumley about his work designing assemblies of independent citizen governance. They have an in-depth discussion of deliberative democracy, a practice that is about citizen's individual parti... more

This week, we have Prof. John Beckett Wallingford to discuss the current landscape of federal science funding, and the importance of science in American industry and society.

We set the scene with a reading of The Polio Vaccine, Chatham, Virginia, 1... more

This week, Jeremi and Zachary sit down with Dr. Jack Loveridge, Vice President of the El Paso Independent School District (ISD) Board of Trustees, to discuss the start of the new school year, with a particular focus on American schools' challenges an... more

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Gryffin Wilkens-Plumley
Senior at Yale University and deliberative democracy designer
Connecticut Conference of Municipalities
Episode: This is Democracy – Episode 307: Deliberative Democracy
Dr. Jack Loveridge
Vice president of the El Paso Independent School District Board of Trustees and CEO and co-founder of Panoculum, Inc.
El Paso Independent School District
Episode: This is Democracy – Episode 305: New School Year
Nathaniel Lauterbach
An active-duty U.S. Marine Corps officer and formerly an operational planner and strategist.
U.S. Marine Corps
Episode: This is Democracy — Episode 303: U.S. Military
Dr. Peniel Joseph
Barbara Jordan Chair in Ethics and Political Values and Founding Director of the Center for the Study of Race and Democracy at the LBJ School of Public Affairs at UT Austin.
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: This is Democracy — Episode 302: Freedom Season 1963
Steven Simon
Senior Research Fellow at the Quincy Institute and visiting professor at Dartmouth College
Quincy Institute for Responsible Statecraft
Episode: This is Democracy — Episode 301: War in Iran
Bryan Jones
Professor in the Government Department at the University of Texas at Austin
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: This is Democracy – Episode 299: Southern Politics: Past and Present
Professor Alan McPherson
Frequent guest and author of The Breach, focusing on the Iran-Contra scandal
Temple University
Episode: This is Democracy – Episode 298: Iran-Contra and its Legacies
Nedim Türfent
Kurdish journalist and poet who was imprisoned for his reporting on human rights violations in Turkey.
Episode: This is Democracy – Episode 297: Free Speech and Repression in Turkey
Lawrence Wright
Staff writer for The New Yorker, author of several nonfiction books and novelist.
Episode: This is Democracy – Episode 296: Israel-Palestine

Hosts

Dr. Jeremi Suri
Host of discussions centered around democracy and political scholarship.
Zachary Suri
Co-host and contributor focusing on poetry and commentary within political discussions.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 125 ratings
  • Very good interviews about the political process.

    Podcast Addict
    5
    curmudgeon
    a year ago
  • Really enjoy this podcast.

    I’m so thankful for finding this podcast. I really learn and enjoy exploring the different topics that are so important today. For years , I considered myself a news junkie somewhat. But as internet , cable tv and radio options grew, I felt that many of my news sources were forced to compete for ratings. I limit my news options and have discovered many informative podcasts. I have found that I enjoy more in-depth conversations and guests who are very informed on the various topics. It doesn’t m... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    gretammatlbuf
    United States2 years ago
  • Love Jeremi's insights

    Jeremy is always insightful and I love to hear his perspective on issues.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RyanRaySr
    United States3 years ago
  • Awful biased podcast

    If you are convinced white supremacy is the greatest threat to mankind, this podcast is for you. Meanwhile, most of us are concerned about getting carjacked every time we fill up our cars at the gas station. This podcast is a joke. Black is good, white is bad. Black is good, white is bad. Everybody, join the mantra. This podcast would fit right in on a radio scene in animal farm.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Gdansk
    United States3 years ago
  • Fantastic

    Informative, engaging, and easy to follow for various listeners. I appreciate the hosts, their tone and questions, and their phenomenal guest speakers. I often recommend this podcast to friends, family, and peers alike.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Whunvdgujbv
    United States4 years ago

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Some feedback indicates a perception of bias in the discussions, particularly around issues of race and social justice.
Listeners appreciate the insightful discussions and the diverse range of knowledgeable guests.
Many find the format educational and family-friendly, valuing the inclusion of historical context.

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This is Democracy – Episode 305: New School Year
Q: How is your district approaching new technologies such as AI in education?
We are creating pathways for students to learn about AI, its advantages and dangers, and stimulating resources to adapt to new educational technology.
This is Democracy – Episode 305: New School Year
Q: How do you balance broader structural issues like inequality and poverty with daily crises faced on the school board?
Balancing involves protecting academic outcomes first, ensuring resources are directed towards students while recognizing the historical context of disparity.
This is Democracy — Episode 303: U.S. Military
Q: How does the military relate to politics in a world where everything seems partisan?
The military is a political instrument that must maintain nonpartisanship to effectively serve its role while recognizing its political nature.
This is Democracy — Episode 303: U.S. Military
Q: How have you seen the role of the military and the way the military defends the US national interest change?
The nature of service has changed with the withdrawal from combat operations and the evolving landscape of warfare, which now requires greater commitment from the American people.
This is Democracy — Episode 302: Freedom Season 1963
Q: What are the key lessons for today from the events of 1963?
The need for a multiracial democracy, the importance of coalitions, and the impact of words and ideas.

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Focusing on the urgent renewal of democracy, this podcast explores historical contexts to inspire conversations about contemporary democratic challenges and solutions. Episodes typically feature discussions with thoughtful voices from various backgrounds, emphasizing intergenerational dialogue to make sense of current political dynamics. Key topics include civil rights, free speech, military affairs, and international relations, all framed through the lens of democracy's evolution and the importance of informed citizenry.

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2. Dr. Jack Loveridge
3. Nathaniel Lauterbach
4. Dr. Peniel Joseph
5. Steven Simon
6. Bryan Jones
7. Professor Alan McPherson
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