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Dispatches from the Divide

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Four stories. Four ordinary people in extraordinary circumstances . . . that take some surprising turns. In this limited series, Monica Guzman follows individuals into moments of extreme conflict. Stakes are high—relationships, careers, and communities on the line. But just when you think you know how the story ends, one person does something to turn the whole plot on its head. These are gripping ... more

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Two days earlier, Laryssa Bishop had no idea this trip existed. Now she's climbing into an RV with seven strangers to spend a day talking about one of the most divisive issues in America. After becoming afraid to speak openly about politics, Laryssa ... more

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Helene Biandudi Hofer walked away from the kind of journalism she feared was making people more divided. Now she has to find out whether her alternative actually works. In Episode 6 of Dispatches from the Divide, Helene takes on a local election stor... more

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Laryssa Bishop left Brazil for college in America believing she'd finally found a place where she could speak her mind. Instead, she slowly became afraid to say what she really thought. As an international student in Salt Lake City, Laryssa wants to ... more

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Bob Hathcock helped launch a campaign to remove Julie Spilsbury from office. Now he's walking into her home—and neither of them knows how this conversation will end. In Episode 4 of Dispatches from the Divide, a bitter Mesa, Arizona, recall election ... more

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Recent Guests

Laryssa Bishop
Brazilian international student who joined a Braver Angels Common Ground Workshop
Episode: She Was Afraid to Speak Her Mind. Then She Got in an RV With Seven Strangers. | 8
Alex Keough
BYU student and co-founder of the Peacemaker Project
Brigham Young University
Episode: She Came to America Expecting Freedom of Speech. Instead, She Went Silent. | 7
Mirabella Keough
BYU student and co-founder of the Peacemaker Project
Brigham Young University
Episode: She Came to America Expecting Freedom of Speech. Instead, She Went Silent. | 7
Bert Peters
Williamson apple grower and longtime Republican who backed Democrat Joe LaMonna for town supervisor
Episode: She Wanted to Report the News Differently. Then a Story In Her Own Backyard Put That to the Test. | 6
Helene Biandudi Hofer
Freelance journalist experimenting with less divisive approaches to news reporting
Episode: She Wanted to Report the News Differently. Then a Story In Her Own Backyard Put That to the Test. | 6
Bob Hathcock
Community member who led recall efforts
Local activist, MAGA supporter
Episode: He Tried to Get Her Kicked Out of Office. Then He Knocked on Her Door. | 4
Julie Spilsbury
City council member at center of recall
Mesa City Council
Episode: He Tried to Get Her Kicked Out of Office. Then He Knocked on Her Door. | 4
Amanda Ripley
Journalist, author, and co-founder of Good Conflict
Good Conflict / Solutions Journalism Network
Episode: She Got into Journalism to Help People. Was She Actually Making Things Worse? | 5
Dave Butler
Lifelong member of the Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints; podcaster, corporate trainer, and fantasy novelist
Individually identified guest (fundraiser organizer)
Episode: They Called Him a Monster for Helping the Wrong Family. | 2

Host

Julie Rose
Host of Top of Mind

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 214 ratings
  • Grieving

    I’ve enjoyed this podcast immensely for a while now, but today’s episode hit especially close to home. I lost a dear friend two days ago, and the timing for this episode could not have been better. Thank you for being honest and open and accepting of all kinds of grief. I’ve shared this episode with many people already.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alishaembroidery
    United Statesa year ago
  • Thoughtfully presented

    Found this pod through The Tangle. Like the diversity of topics. And how each side is thoughtfully addressed and explained.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KWP_DC
    United Statesa year ago
  • Need a DEI episode

    I love Julie’s thoughtful approach to issues. I’d love to hear an episode on DEI, interviewing employers and admissions workers with experience in implementing it. Love to hear the pros and cons.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jessy Rose
    United Statesa year ago
  • NPR 2.0

    I might as well be listening to NPR pushing its agenda. I’m pretty sure this podcast is just an affiliate. Too bad. Super unfortunate BYU Radio pays it too.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    keep it technical
    United States2 years ago
  • Enjoyable and viewpoint-challenging

    This podcast is so interesting! I can’t wait to hear more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    <3 Catherine <3
    United States2 years ago

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Overall, the show is praised for thoughtful, respectful dialogue across contentious issues.
Guests are diverse and bring credible expertise to complex topics.
Some listeners wish for more explicit policy takeaways or DEI-focused episodes.
Balanced, multi-perspective discussions that avoid black-and-white framing.
Listeners appreciate the host's calm, well-researched interviewing style.

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She Wanted to Report the News Differently. Then a Story In Her Own Backyard Put That to the Test. | 6
Q: Can Helene report the news differently and still make people want to listen?
The story suggests that cross-party support and local community efforts can engage audiences, though Helene says journalists are still figuring out how to make these stories widely noticed.
She Wanted to Report the News Differently. Then a Story In Her Own Backyard Put That to the Test. | 6
Q: Why did Bert Peters support a Democrat for town supervisor?
Bert said he believed Joe was the best candidate and valued his civic involvement and practical vision for the town over party affiliation.
She Was Afraid to Speak Her Mind. Then She Got in an RV With Seven Strangers. | 8
Q: What's at the heart of this issue for you, and what happened in your life to put it there?
Laryssa explains that as an immigrant she faces assumptions about her appearance and accent, and says immigrants who work and contribute should be able to obtain documentation and live safely.
They Called Him a Monster for Helping the Wrong Family. | 2
Q: Why did you decide to do this?
I decided to do this after seeing a tweet and feeling a personal pull to help, believing it would honor the humanity of the victims and their families while also testing whether compassion could survive public scrutiny.
The One Thing That Makes Difficult Conversations Easier
Q: How does the storytelling framework actually move empathy forward in conversations?
By guiding participants to share personal needs, obstacles, and insights in a structured way, which increases predictability of others' states and builds emotional connections, making it easier to relate and cooperate despite differences.

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Recent guests on Dispatches from the Divide include:

1. Laryssa Bishop
2. Alex Keough
3. Mirabella Keough
4. Bert Peters
5. Helene Biandudi Hofer
6. Bob Hathcock
7. Julie Spilsbury
8. Amanda Ripley

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