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What if instead of being on the brink of disaster, we’re on the cusp of a better world? No one can deny the challenges the world faces, from pandemics to climate change to authoritarianism. But pessimism and despair are too easy a response. Each week, Progress Network Founder Zachary Karabell and Executive Director Emma Varvaloucas convene a diverse panel of experts to discuss the central issues o... more

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Get ready for a Progress Report season finale packed with good news as Emma shares some life-changing breakthroughs! The Gates Foundation is funding a game-changing GBS vaccine, while a cutting-edge AI stroke diagnosis system in England is significan... more

It’s time for a lesson in civics! Zachary and Emma are joined by Nick Capodice, co-host of the Civics 101 podcast where he gets into the basics of how the U.S. government works and also helps teachers design lesson plans to pair with the show. Nick h... more

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Nick Capodice
Co-host and education outreach producer of a podcast called Civics 101, dedicated to civics education
Civics 101
Episode: Whatever Happened to Civics? with Nick Capodice
Ed Finn
Founding director of the Center for Science and Imagination at Arizona State University.
Arizona State University
Episode: Turning Science Fiction Into Reality with Ed Finn
Josh Jackson
Writer, photographer, and founder of the Forgotten Lands Project
Episode: The Guardian of Public Lands with Josh Jackson
Brink Lindsey
Political economist and author
Niskanen Center
Episode: Democracy’s Next Chapter: Hope or Decline? with Brink Lindsey
Emily Oster
Professor of Economics at Brown University, author, and CEO of Parent Data
Brown University
Episode: Parent by Numbers with Emily Oster
Sam Tanenhaus
Historian, journalist, and biographer
Episode: Godfather of the New Right with Sam Tanenhaus
Joyce Vance
Former U.S. Attorney for the Northern District of Alabama and legal analyst for NBC and MSNBC
NBC News/MSNBC
Episode: Is the US Still a Rule of Law Country? with Joyce Vance
Austen Ivereigh
A British journalist, commentator, and historian specializing in the Catholic Church and papal politics.
Episode: Shaking Up the Vatican with Austen Ivereigh
Rutger Bregman
Dutch historian, journalist, and bestselling author
Episode: Are We Wasting Our Talent? with Rutger Bregman

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Emma Varvaloucas
Executive Director of The Progress Network, Varvaloucas leads discussions on social issues that blend optimism with critical thought, aiming to inspire change.
Zachary Karabell
Host and founder of The Progress Network, Karabell focuses on culture and politics with a forward-thinking perspective that emphasizes dialogue over despair.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 148 ratings
  • Makes me feel Hope!

    I adore this duo! Both have great minds and sound quips- my hope is that are back for many more months of shows, I need it more than ever!

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    artist/anne
    United States12 days ago
  • View the upside of all topics except… that one

    Your newest episode starts out claiming Harris lost the election because America is racist and misogynist. Seriously? Every episode I have listened to a tempered analysis, finding truth in the hyperbole. But this episode the content creators revealed themselves as unserious. This is the epitome of why the election went the way it did: a refusal to deal in reality and a focus on charactering other people in hateful and untrue ways. Then, you allow your guest to go on to justify cutting others out... more

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    1
    Advocacy instead of excuses
    United Statesa year ago
  • We all need this hopeful outlook

    May Emma and Zachary’s efforts ripple out across the population and make this world a better place

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    5
    tlrPNW
    United Statesa year ago
  • Fake podcast

    I was intrigued by the title, thinking it is a positive podcast that would be void of political content. I could not be more weong and more misled. The TDS emerged sooner than expected in topics not related to politics at all, and the duo could not hide their left wing talking points with quintessential left wing propaganda terms like “right wing hysteria”, “conspiracy theories”, etc.

    Don’t fall for this fake podcast that pretends to be non political, but is anything but. It is no different th... more

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    Simon C72
    United Statesa year ago
  • The vocal fry with Zach is unbearable. Can someone update him on how unprofessional that sounds? It's not just grating, but the pauses he takes every couple words to fully enunciate the fry as he tries to get a point across, it does not allow him to have fully thought out ideas. He's more interested in being clever or pushing a narrative that is more opinion than fact. Edit it his vocal fry and the episode would be 20% shorter.

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    Cajarot
    a year ago

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There are mixed feelings regarding the political framing, with some feeling that bias occasionally overshadows objectivity.
The hosts are often praised for their ability to engage with complex social topics thoughtfully and compellingly.
Listeners appreciate the optimistic narratives presented, valuing the informed insights shared during discussions.

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Whatever Happened to Civics? with Nick Capodice
Q: Why do younger people struggle with voting?
Younger people often feel disillusioned and believe the game is rigged, leading to apathy and low voter turnout regardless of their awareness.
Whatever Happened to Civics? with Nick Capodice
Q: What do you think is the biggest civics problem right now?
The biggest civics problem right now is that people confuse presidential actions with laws made by Congress, leading to misinformation about governmental functions.
Turning Science Fiction Into Reality with Ed Finn
Q: Was the founding of the Center for Science and the Imagination reactive to a current mood of pessimism?
Yes, it emerged from a moment of pessimism following the 2008 recession, aiming to inspire hope through imaginative storytelling.
The Guardian of Public Lands with Josh Jackson
Q: How does the Forgotten Lands Project work to promote and protect these lesser-known public lands?
The project aims to create immersive storytelling experiences that encourage more people to engage with BLM lands, fostering a greater love and desire to protect them.
The Guardian of Public Lands with Josh Jackson
Q: Could you explain the history and the creation of the BLM?
Josh details the formation of the Bureau of Land Management and how it inherited the management of lands considered 'leftover', and how this perception affects current policies.

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Focusing on the possibility of progress amidst global challenges, this podcast presents enlightening discussions led by knowledgeable hosts who engage with a range of expert guests. Each episode tackles pressing contemporary issues such as sustainability, societal polarization, economic shifts, and the future of work, striving to counter tragic narratives with informed optimism. The format often encourages a re-evaluation of widely held beliefs about negativity in the face of adversity while advocating for innovative solutions and a more hopeful outlook on emerging trends in society. This unique approach appeals to listeners seeking substantive dialogues on how we can navigate and ultimately enhance our world, suggesting that change, althou... more

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