The Nova Society
By: Dr. Mark George Bound, Dr. Scott Gerschwer, & Dr. Brooklynn Ann Welden
Language: en-us
Categories: Science, Social, Government, Society, Culture
Answering listener questions about items in the news and the social/political issues facing today's society. Our goal it to inform your world with unbiased commentary from a critical and analytical perspective. We provide in-depth conversations about current events and the issues that confront our society and have a little fun in the process. We firmly believe that facts do matter and that the greatest threat to civilization is misinformation and disinformation.
Episodes
Will lowering interest rates help prices? S4E246 12.15.2025
Dec 15, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we hear from Tori from Scranton, Pennsylvania, who asks: "I was reading a report that stated the FED is divided and preparing to consider lowering interest rates." I’m a little confused as to what impact this might have on our economy. So, should they lower the rate? If so, by how much? And can you explain what the effect might be of reducing the rate or keeping it the...
Duration: 00:31:08Democrats Outperforming, Affordability, The Bar Association, and Health Insurance S4E245 12.12.2025
Dec 12, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we answer an email from Emily, who lives in Olympia, Washington, asking, So there is a lot of talk about Democrats outperforming Kamala Harris in recent special elections. The pundits are claiming that this is a bellwether for things to come in the 2026 midterms. First, do you agree with that? Second, is this shift due to Harris being a terrible candidate or a rejection of Trump’s policies? And if...
Duration: 00:33:19Russia threatens War with Europe. Where does the US stand? S4E244 12.11.2025
Dec 11, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today we hear from Jasmine, who lives in Sacramento, California, and asks, “I saw that NATO head Mark Rutte is warning Vladimir Putin that 'NATO isn’t going anywhere. ' This is after Putin said that Russia is willing to go to war with Europe. Do you guys see this as an empty threat by Putin? If so, what do you see as the purpose? If Russia did go to war...
Duration: 00:27:55The Forward Party. Are they a thing? S4E243 12.10.2025
Dec 10, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today we hear from Amanda, who lives in Morrisville, North Carolina, asks, I’ve been getting a lot of unsolicited emails from something called the 'Forward Party”. Do you know anything about them? They present as a bipartisan coalition of former Democrats and Republicans. I recognize some big names they claim to have as members. With all that is going on, and I know some on the panel think it’s time...
Duration: 00:16:57Soft Power and the G20 S4E242 12.09.2025
Dec 09, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today we hear from Thomas from Toledo, Ohio, who asks, I do listen and rarely agree with anything your panel says. But I try to keep an open mind. So, you were arguing over the US boycotting the G20 summit. I don’t get it. The US has the greatest economy, and it's all down to the President’s leadership. What do we need these other countries for anyway? You all tal...
Duration: 00:36:29A Response to a Trump Supporters praising the actions off Venezuela S4 E241 12.08.2025
Dec 08, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today we answer a listener's email from John from Tallahassee, Florida, who asks: I really don’t get you guys sometimes. Our Secretary of War is killing dangerous drug smugglers coming out of Venezuela, and all you and the other lefty liberals can do is complain. Now they, and probably all of you, want Secretary Hegseth to be arrested for war crimes because he had the guts to send the pl...
Duration: 00:38:47MTG and the future of the GOP with Dr. Stephen Ducat S4E240 12.05.2025
Dec 05, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we end our week with Dr. Stephen Ducat, and we answer a listener email from Georgia, Trudy, who lives in Augusta, Georgia, asks, So MTG is leaving Congress on January 5th. No significant loss there. MTG has been a Trump super supporter for some time now. She also says she will not seek reelection in 2026. Now, there has been a lot of speculation as to why she has made...
Duration: 00:25:47Misinformation, Disinformation, Conformation Bias, and Motivational Reasoning with Dr. Stephen Ducat S4E239 12.04.2025
Dec 04, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we are again joined by Dr. Steven Ducat, and our question is from Roseland, who lives in Tampa, Florida. I think we all understand that there is a lot of misinformation and disinformation in today's news. If you agree, how does media framing exploit the psychological tendencies of voters? Are they looking to speak to confirmation bias or motivational reasoning?
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Duration: 00:28:15What drives Voters? Emotion or Policy? With Dr. Stephen Ducat S4E238 12.03.2025
Dec 03, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Dr. Stephen Ducat again joins our panel, and today's question is from Toby, who lives in Seneca Falls, New York, and asks, "What do you guys see as the impact of emotions on voting habits?" Do voters vote through their emotions? Trust? Identity? Or do policies really matter?
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Duration: 00:20:01Is Trumpism a product of Group Consensus or Groupthink? With Dr. Stephen Ducat S4E237 12.02.2025
Dec 02, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
We have Dr. Stephen Ducat as a guest again, and our question today is from Roberta from Boulder, Colorado, who asks, "I remember reading about the dynamics of Group Consensus and groupthink way back when I was in college." It seems to me that there are elements of both in Trump supporters. They have a consensus to follow him, but their overall ideology appears to lean more toward groupthink. Which...
Duration: 00:22:34The Psychology of Democracy with Dr. Stephen Ducat S4E236 12.01.2025
Dec 01, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we have our guest, Dr. Stephan Ducat. And our email is from Roger in Atlanta, Georgia, who asks: "I enjoyed the discussion about Trump’s mental status and that of his followers." But I don’t think the issues with the electorate were fully addressed. It is obvious to me that Trump is an authoritarian. Since the United States was founded as an alternative to authoritarianism, why do those who f...
Duration: 00:27:01ICE in North Carolina S4E235 11.28.2025
Nov 28, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question is from Tammy, who lives in Savanna, Georgia. I see that ICE raids are starting to go into full force in North Carolina—First Charlotte, now Raleigh. Better watch out, Dr. Mark, they are getting closer. But seriously, these actions are being condemned by almost everyone, even those with the most limited mental capacity. People are dying because of these raids. Protests are becoming increasingly confrontational. Does th...
Duration: 00:22:49The US boycotting the G20 meeting. Good idea or bad? S4E234 11.27.2025
Nov 27, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question is from Linda, who lives in Newport News, Virginia, and asks, "It’s being reported that the G20, of which the US is a part, is going to meet in Africa soon." Trump, in his usual buffoon way, says the UJS will not attend and even insulted the leader of the summit. He’s claimed that in South Africa, Whites are being killed and their homes and prope...
Duration: 00:20:05Violence in the West Bank S4E233 11.26.2025
Nov 26, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question is from Sandra, who lives in Detroit, Michigan, and asks, I’m seeing a lot of reports of violence in the West Bank. Mosques being burnt down, beatings of Palestinians, and Olive Trees being killed to stop Palestinian harvesting. With the fighting in Gaza pretty much over, is this Netanyahu's new war to stay in power?
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Duration: 00:22:16Will there be war with Venezuela? S4E232 11.25.2025
Nov 25, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today our question is from Hank from Los Angeles, California, asks, This is a short and sweet question. Are we going to war with Venezuela? If yes, what do you think the real purpose is? If no, why the buildup?
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Duration: 00:15:37Will the Epstein Files Amount to Anything? S4E231 11.24.2025
Nov 24, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question is from Stephen from Akron, Ohio, who asks: "So, I guess the Epstein Files are about to be released." I see only 1 Republican voted no. So, is this going to amount to anything? Or is this just another political bullshit game that will distract the nation for a couple of weeks and then never amount to anything real?
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Duration: 00:31:23What is in the Bill to Reopen the Government? S4E230 11.21.2025
Nov 21, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today we hear from Joyce, who lives in Atlanta Ga and asks, So what is actually in the bill to reopen the government? I know a lot of people are saying the Democrats caved in, as usual, but does the panel totally agree with this assessment?
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Duration: 00:17:55The Government Reopens. Now What S4E229 11.20.2025
Nov 20, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today we heard from Trudy, who lives in Boulder, CO. Trudy asks, It looks like the government will reopen shortly. This might mean that many issues the Republicans were able to sidestep may now come up for a vote. First, Johnson will need to swear in the new Representative from Arizona. Also, the release of the Epstein files might now become a reality. So, do you guys think that the r...
Duration: 00:28:5950-year mortgages and 2-thousand-dollar checks S4E228 11.19.2025
Nov 20, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today we hear from Lester, who lives in Pittsburgh, PA Lester asks, "So, Trump is trying to regain some popularity by floating short-term promises to his base." His 50-year mortgage idea and telling people he wants to give everyone a $2000 check. Does the panel think this will affect his popularity? In my opinion, a 50-year mortgage would primarily benefit mortgage lenders, allowing them to collect more interest, and placing people...
Duration: 00:12:46The Democrats Cave, What it might mean S4E227 11.18.2025
Nov 18, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our email is from Jessica, who lives in Syracuse, NY. Jessica asks, so it comes as no surprise to me, but 8 Democrats caved in the Senate, and it looks like the government may reopen soon. So, I was wondering if this turn of events is a surprise to the panel. Also, it seems that this might turn back the Blue wave of last week's election results. What do you s...
Duration: 00:19:49The Psychology of Trumpism Ft. Dr. Stephen Ducat S4E226 11.17.2025
Nov 17, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we conclude our conversation with Dr. Stephen Dukat, discussing more on Trumpism, Tribalism, and the future of American politics.
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Duration: 00:28:57The Psychology of Trumpism ft. Dr. Stephen Ducat S4E225 11.14.2025
Nov 15, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we have a special guest, Dr. Stephen Dukat, who is an author and psychologist. We will be discussing the psychology of Trumpism.
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Duration: 00:30:19A message from a Federal Employee S4E224 11.13.2025
Nov 15, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, as the federal government reopens, we wanted to read an email received from a federal employee, who shared the impact of the shutdown on families with the world.
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Election 2025 What was the impact of the shutdown and Where do we go from here? S4E223 11.12.2025
Nov 12, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we conclude our discussion about the 2025 elections. What was the impact of the shutdown on the Blue Wave and where does the country go from here?
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Duration: 00:37:21Election 2025 The Ballot measures that really mattered. S4E222 11.11.2025
Nov 11, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we continue our conversation analyzing the 2025 election, and we turn to the ballot measures that we feel really mattered.
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Duration: 00:19:33The 2025 Elections - The New Jersey Governor and the Pennsylvania Supreme Court S4E221 11.10.2025
Nov 10, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today we continue our discussion analyzing the 2025 elections and what they might mean going forward. Today, we look at the New Jersey Governor and the Supreme Court of Pennsylvania
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The NYC and Virgina Elections 2025 S4E220 11.07.2025
Nov 10, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we will be discussing the elections held this past Tuesday. We will start off with the NYC Mayoral election and the Virginia State elections.
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Duration: 00:26:31Is Trump fit for Office S4E219 11.06.2025
Nov 07, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today we have a conversation with our guest, Dr. John D. Gartner, noted Physiotherapist and author, notably involved with the Duty to Warn movement, that supports the conclusion that Donald Trump is not mentally fit for office.
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Duration: 00:43:18Did Hamas make a mistake agreeing to the ceasefire? S4E218 11.05.2025
Nov 05, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today our question is from Tamera, who lives in Pittsburgh, PA, and Tamera asks So the ceasefire seems to be going badly. Israel is accusing Hamas of violating the ceasefire and has said it will resume military strikes. I know you talked about this a week or so ago, and I agree with your assessment. Once the hostages were released, nothing was standing in the way of Israel destroying Gaza. So...
Duration: 00:15:02Should the shutdown going into November make Republicans nervous? S4E217 11.04.2025
Nov 04, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question comes from Raymond, who lives in Louisville, Kentucky, and Raymond asks, So I know the shutdown is big news right now, and I was looking at some dates that might make Republicans a little nervous. This Tuesday, the Air Traffic Controllers will miss their first paycheck. The military is set to miss their checks on October 31st unless some other “anonymous” donor comes through, which I’d also l...
Duration: 00:19:30Is MGT jumping the Trump ship? S4E216 11.03.2025
Nov 03, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today our question is from Lesleigh, who lives in Tacoma, Washington, and Lesleigh asks So Marjorie Taylor Greene is now complaining about the government shutdown, which is in its 3rd week. So, I was wondering, is this a sign of something bigger? She normally follows along with whatever Trump does without question. As this shutdown drags on, do you guys think more Republicans will start to speak up and defy T...
Duration: 00:18:05Could Trump Serve a third term? S4E215 10.31.2025
Oct 31, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, on Halloween, we have a spooky question that should scare us all from James, who lives in St. Paul, Min, and James asks, So Trump sycophants and Trump himself are floating the idea that he could run for another term. I know the Constitution says only 2 terms, but is there any possibility he might be able to pull this off?
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Duration: 00:21:16Trump sues the DOJ S4E214 10.30.2025
Oct 30, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we discuss the news that Trump is planning on suing the DOJ for 230 million of your tax dollars.
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Duration: 00:20:07Journalism Fights Back at the Pentagon S4E213 10.29.2025
Oct 29, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question comes from Tammy, who lives in Alexandria, VA, and Tammy asks, 'Well, that didn’t work out as Pete Hegseth planned.' All of the legitimate press corps have walked out of the Pentagon, refusing to sign the loyalty pledge. Even Fox couldn’t agree to this obtrusive oversight of journalism. And when Fox goes against their party, that says a lot. So, although I know in prin...
Duration: 00:12:16Is there a Republican Strategy for the Shutdown? S4E212 10.28.2025
Oct 28, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today our question is from Ollie, who lives in Memphis, TN, and Ollie asks Well, here we are, over 3 weeks into the government shutdown, with no end in sight. I’ve tried to look at this from the Republican side. I know the panel always promotes that political action is usually motivated by a positive calculation, but I admit I can’t see how this benefits the Republicans. Can you shed s...
Duration: 00:22:51The No Kings Rally S4E211 10.27.2025
Oct 27, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question is from Joshua, who lives in Cleveland, Ohio, and Joshua asks, The No Kings rallies across the nation were widely attended. We saw peaceful protests only disrupted by violent MAGA cultists. Trump downplayed the event, saying it wasn’t widely attended. I guess 7 million isn’t a big crowd. These rallies happened in all 50 states, even in the red ones. Should these rallies continue? Should the organizers plan...
Duration: 00:28:11How is the Gaza Cease Fire Going? S4E210 10.24.2025
Oct 24, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today our question is from Randall, who lives in Butte, Montana, and Randall asks Well, that didn’t take long. The peace plan in the Middle East seems to be unraveling. Israel is accusing Hamas of not meeting the agreement and has resumed bombings. Trump has said that since Hamas has not honored the deal, Israel can do what it wants. I know the panel has expressed these thoughts on wha...
Duration: 00:36:37Continuing to sink boats in international waters. Is it justified? S4E209 10.23.2025
Oct 23, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question is from Illy, who lives in Monks Corners, SC, and Illy asks, The US continues to attack small boats in the Caribbean. So far no proof that these little boats are actually carrying drugs. The Admiral in charge of the forces conducting the attacks has resigned, and although we don’t know the exact reason for his stepping away, we can speculate that the military actions might be...
Duration: 00:31:12SCOTUS, Louisiana, and the Voting Rights Act S4E208 10.22.2025
Oct 23, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today our question is from Spencer, who lives in Reno, NV, and Spencer asks Sometime next week, the SCOTUS will be hearing a case from Louisiana that is challenging the Voting Rights Act of (I think) 1963. In the past, the SCOTUS has pretty much weakened the Act over time. In a 1980 decision, the Supreme Court effectively concluded that only intentional discrimination violated the law. That decision drew significant criticism. Two y...
Duration: 00:30:52The release of the Israeli hostages. What's next? S4E207 10.21.2025
Oct 23, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question is from Travis, who lives in Greensboro, NC, and Travis asks The peace deal seems to be moving forward. Hostages and prisoners are being traded. Yet, for all I can see in the news, there still seems to be some issues moving past this stage. I can’t really see the plan moving forward. So I’m asking if the panel sees something I don’t? International pressu...
Duration: 00:30:19Protesting ICE S4E206 10.20.2025
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Today, our question is from Braden, who lives in Tallahassee, FL, and Braden asks, Protests against ICE agents are in full swing in Portland and Chicago. In Chicago, ICE agents and Kristi Noem have been denied access to bathrooms and restaurants. In Portland, people dress up in Frog costumes and taunt ICE. There is a current hold on sending the National Guard to these cities. So, I would ask, do...
Duration: 00:35:42Week 3 of the Government Shutdown S4E204 10.16.2025
Oct 18, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today our question is from Timothy, who lives in Green Bay, WI, and Timothy asks, AS we enter the third week of the government shutdown, both sides are blaming the other for the impasse. Many outlets, including yours, place the blame on Republicans since they hold both houses of Congress and the presidency. Yet, the math says that Republicans do need some Democratic votes to reach a deal. Does your...
Duration: 00:24:53The Death Penalty S4E205 10.17.2025
Oct 18, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, a listener asks the panel a philosophical question. Our question is from Tonya, who lives in Austin, Texas, and Tonya asks, Just this week, there are 4 executions scheduled in the US. This will make this the busiest month for executions since 2011. I’d like to know the panel’s take on capital punishment and whether the death penalty should be outlawed.
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Duration: 00:19:13Is Portland Burning? S4E203 10.15.2025
Oct 15, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question comes from Chizoba, who lives in Puna, Hawaii. Chizoba asks, Judges are stopping deployments into American cities like Chicago and Portland, but the Trump administration is counter-suing? I listen to your show almost every day, and I know you’ve talked about Posse Comitatus and that it is illegal to deploy troops in the US proper. So I have a few questions. If this were true, why is...
Duration: 00:19:17The Gaza Peace Plan S4E202 10.14.2025
Oct 14, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question comes from Travis, who lives in Greensboro, NC. Travis asks, Yesterday, 10/7/2025, was the anniversary of the attack on Israel 2 years ago. Trump has presented a peace plan that seems to be working as the Israelis and Hamas have agreed to a ceasefire. So, on the back of Trump’s success, do you think the war might be ending? Do you see any possible obstacles to this peace pla...
Duration: 00:25:35Why is travel to the US down? S4E201 10.13.2025
Oct 13, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question is from Deidra, who lives in Miami, FL. Deidra asks, the government shutdown is having a serious impact on air travel here in the US. I know agencies like the Post Office and IRS are still up and running, but Air Traffic controllers seem to be in short supply. I know that travel numbers from foreign countries are down this year, but I’ve noticed that travel to...
Duration: 00:16:56What is ICE and Should a Foreigner feel safe visiting the US? S4E200 10.10.2025
Oct 10, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today we have a question from Elena, who lives in Brandenburg, Germany. Elena asks, I’ve always wanted to travel to the United States, but the recent events in your major cities and reports of the detention of foreigners, even those just visiting, concern me. I know this might sound like a dumb question, but here in Europe, we are a little confused by all the conflicting reporting. What is IC...
Duration: 00:17:35What is Fascism and are we moving toward it? S4E199 10.09.2025
Oct 09, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we answer an interesting question from Rebecca, who lives in Seattle, WA. Rebecca asks, all we hear on the news from the democratic side is that Trump is a fascist. I’ve heard a lot of people define the term fascist, but I’d like the panel's take on what fascism really is. What is going on in the US today that makes you think, if you even do, that...
Duration: 00:35:58Bio Beds and Trump Rx S4E198 10.08.2025
Oct 08, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we discuss Trump's Truth about Bio Beds and Trump Rx.
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Duration: 00:26:56The Government Shutdown S4E197 10.07.2025
Oct 07, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our panel talks about the government shutdown.
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Duration: 00:28:11Trump's meeting with the military leaders of the US S34E196 10.06.2025
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Today our question is from Stewart, who lives in Sioux City, Iowa, and Stuart writes I listened to the address President Trump and Secretary Hegseth gave to the military leadership the other day, and I couldn’t believe my ears. I am a 26-year veteran of the United States Marine Corps, and I’ve never heard a President address our leadership with such disregard. Trump even suggested that American Cities shou...
Duration: 00:29:54Examining the Gaza Agreement S4E195 10.03.2025
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Today, our detailed question is from Ashleigh, who lives in Bangor, Maine. Ashleigh says, from what I understand of the proposed truce between Gaza and Israel, I’m not sure Hamas will be on board. Here is what I understand, and I’d like the panels to take.
Immediate Ceasefire
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Duration: 00:28:06The Collapse of the NY Mets S4E194 10.02.2025
Oct 02, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today we have some fun as our question comes from Angelo, who lives in the Bronx, NY, and Angelo writes, “Meet the Mets, beat the Mets, everybody come out and watch the Mets collapse.” As you might have noticed, I’m a Yankee fan. But I wanted to know from the panels 2 Met fans how you feel about the epic collapse. Who should be blamed? Who should go and who should...
Duration: 00:20:25Netanyahu at the UN S4E193 10.01.2025
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Today, our question is from Sean, who lives in Bethpage, NY. Sean asks, It looked like half the UN delegates walked out in protest of Benjamin Netanyahu’s speech at the UN. What do you see as the consequences for Israel? Is this a sign that the rest of the world has abandoned the Israeli state? Many countries have come out recognizing the Palestinian state. Should the people of Israel be...
Duration: 00:21:18Trump at the UN S4E191 09.30.2025
Sep 30, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question comes from Stephen, who lives in Detroit, MI. Stephen asks, Trump’s rambling speech at the UN was a national embarrassment. He basically called out every other country as a disaster. He did nothing but complain about open borders, teleprompters, and Biden. What do you all think will be the global fallout from this disastrous speech? And, Trump said NATO should give Ukraine what it needs to de...
Duration: 00:29:36Tylenol and Autism S4E191 09.29.2025
Sep 29, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, our question is from Laura, who lives in Birmingham. Laura writes, 'Finally, we have someone at the Department of Health looking out for our children.' I always knew Tylenol was dangerous, and SCIENCE has now shown it’s linked to autism. This is a positive from a conservative administration. Now, I’m sure y’all will complain about this, but why can’t you support health policies that positive...
Duration: 00:11:07A listeners rebuttal S4E189 09.25.2025
Sep 28, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we are responding to one of our previous emails. It’s Shelby from Baltimore, and Shelby has some answers for Dr. Gerschwer. Shelby writes, first to answer your question, no, I am not wealthy and looking for a tax break, but I do support someone having a plan for the economy. Trump gave us that; Harris could not. Although I know no one on the Podcast supports tariffs, they ar...
Duration: 00:38:29Jimmy Kimmel and Free Speech S4E190 09.26.2025
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Today, our question comes from John, who lives in Broad River, WY. John asks, 'You talked about political satire and the need for late-night comedians in our social discourse.' Well, how did that work out for Jimmy Kimmel? It’s about time we, the people, took the political discussion back from these talking heads on late-night shows, who only want to promote leftist ideas. They should all be cancelled an...
Duration: 00:19:19Troops in Memphis S4E188 09.24.2025
Sep 24, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we discuss troops going to Memphis, Tennessee.
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Duration: 00:17:07Political Discourse in the US S4E187 09.23.2025
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Duration: 00:33:31The Fed lowers interest Rates S4E186 09.22.2025
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Today, Mark asks Scott about the impact of the Fed lowering Interest rates by 1/4 percent.
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Israel's plans for Gaza City S4E185 09.19.2025
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Today, we discuss the reports that Israel is planning military action in Gaza City. We then speculate about Trump's address to the UN next week.
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Duration: 00:24:26Attacking boats from South America S4E184 09.18.2025
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Today, we discuss the recent news that the US has destroyed boats that are suspected of smuggling drugs.
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Duration: 00:21:27Soft Secession S4E183 09.17.2025
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Today, our question is from Wyatt, who lives in Reno, NV. Wyatt asks, 'I’ve been hearing the term" Quiet Secession" recently.' What is it? Is it a thing? And does it sound like a plausible resistance to federal overreach?
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Duration: 00:29:34The 900,000 jobs revision S4E182 09.16.2025
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Today, our question comes from Kevin, who lives in Miami, FL. Kevin asks, So, the Department of Labor Statistics has revised past statistical job data." Last year, the revision was over 900,00,0, down from previous estimates. So, maybe Trump inherited a worse economy than many (Even you guys) thought. This clearly demonstrates that the claims about the numbers being regularly fudged are correct, and I believe it justifies Trump's decision to f...
Duration: 00:24:34Hyundai Illegals S4E181 09.15.2025
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Today, our question is from Mike, who lives in Atlanta, GA. Mike asks, Last week, ICE raided a Hyundai plant here in Georgia and detained over 400 people for allegedly living and working in the US illegally. Most of those detained were South Koreans, working at a South Korean manufacturing plant. It’s being reported that the majority of these workers will be repatriated, but the work building the plant has come...
Duration: 00:17:57Russian Drones over Poland S4E180 09.12.2025
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Today, our question is from Nora, who lives in Anchorage, AK, and Nora asks It’s being reported that Russian drones violated the airspace of Poland on their way to Ukraine. It’s even being reported that Poland scrambled their air defenses and shot down a few of these drones. Could this be the pretense of NATO getting directly involved with the Russian/Ukrainian conflict? Would the US honor Article 5 of th...
Duration: 00:19:40Qatar airstrike, an end to potential peace? S4E179 09.11.20254
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Today our question is from Peter, who lives in Norman, OK, and Peter asks Well, that didn’t take long. Israel conducted an air strike on the capital of Qatar to eliminate the Hamas leadership, and the world is losing its mind. Even Trumpy Trump is complaining. Reports are that the air strike failed to accomplish its goal. So my question is, since Qatar is a major player in the pe...
Duration: 00:25:04Death in Our Schools S4E178 09.10.2025
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Today, we answer a question from Robert, who lives in Seattle, WA. Robert asks, Last week we had another tragic school shooting in Minnesota. This madness just continues as lawmakers only offer thoughts and prayers. It seems obvious that the country is more interested in protecting guns than children. I guess my question to the panel is, is there anything we, the people, can do to stop these tragic shootings? Or...
Duration: 00:16:54Trump, Hegseth and the illegal use of troops S4E177 09.09.2025
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Today's question comes from Mark, who lives in Chicago, IL. Mark asks, A federal judge recently ruled that Trump and Hegseth violated federal law by using the US military to help carry out law enforcement activities in and around Los Angeles this summer. Yet the ruling only applies to California. Is this a good sign that Trump’s intentions to send troops to Chicago could be foiled? I think Trump ha...
Duration: 00:18:46Dealing with the homeless crisis equitably S4E176 09.08.2025
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Today, we answer a question from Crystal, who lives in Rochester, MN. I serve as a medical services coordinator at a nonprofit clinic, where I work directly with individuals experiencing homelessness. From this work, I’ve seen firsthand that while housing is not a cure-all for every challenge people face, it provides the essential foundation for stability, health, employment, and recovery. In Rochester, local stakeholders are working diligently, but we co...
Duration: 00:30:55Speech on Fire: Patriotism, Protest, and Presidential Overreach S4E175 09.05.2025
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Today, our question is from Christopher, who lives in Little Rock, AK. Christopher asks, Trump signed an EO to prosecute flag burning. This has sparked constitutional backlash even from Fox News analysts. Does the panel see this as overreach or just more political theater? Would a law banning flag burning stand judicial review?
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Duration: 00:12:35China, Russia, and India: The new world order? S4E174 09.04.2025
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Today, we answer a question from Michael, who lives in Salt Lake City, Utah. Michael asks This past week, the leaders of China, India, and Russia met at an economic forum. They appear to be creating a powerful anti-American alliance. Are the Trump policies opening the door for our enemies to form these alliances? Could the US stand up to such a powerful economic and military bloc?
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Duration: 00:32:42Trump's city take over plans S4E173 09.03.2025
Sep 03, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we answer another question from a listener. From Shelby, who lives in Baltimore, Maryland, Shelby asks, "Okay, let me first say that I voted for President Trump in 2024. Although after only a few short months, I am beginning to question that vote, I’m not sure Kamala Harris would have been any better." But I admit I’m beginning to get scared. Trump sent troops to LA and DC and...
Duration: 00:31:40Iran’s Political Prisoners: Countdown to Execution S4E172 09.02.2025
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Today's question is from Krystal, who lives in Quebec, Canada, and Krystal asks, Iran seems to be stepping up their political prisoner executions, and the rest of the world has gone silent. What do you guys see as the international community’s accountability in protecting human rights? Should the rest of the world intervene?
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Duration: 00:11:21The Enemies List S4 E171 09.01.2025
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Today we heard from Marcee, who lives in Pueblo, CO, and Marcee asks, former National Security Advisor Bolton’s home was raided by the FBI. Now, Trump is threatening to investigate Chris Christie. Now I’m not a fan of either, and I don’t think anyone on the podcast is either, but is this just Karma, or should we all begin to worry? Who do you all think might be next...
Duration: 00:22:09Mail in Ballots and Machine Politics: Trump's Executive Order Gambit S4E170 08.29.2025
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Today, our question is from Ron, who lives in Richmond, VA. Ron asks, "Trump is pushing to ban mail-in voting and machines." Is this a policy move or a political signal? Could free and fair elections be held without these two elements? What might the ramifications be if he gets his way?
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Duration: 00:19:03Starvation as Strategy: Amnesty’s Accusation Against Israel S4E169 08.28.2025
Aug 28, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we continue answering great questions from our listeners. It's from Rory, who lives in Houston, Texas, and Rory asks Amnesty International is claiming that Israel is using starvation as a weapon in Gaza. Does the panel think this is a legitimate claim or just left-wing hype? If this is happening, what are the legal and ethical implications?
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Duration: 00:29:42the Smithsonian Controversy: Who gets to decide what history gets told? S4E168 08.27.2025
Aug 27, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we again answer a listener's email. From Richard, who lives in Watertown, NY and Richard asks, Trump is escalating his attacks on the Smithsonian Institute museums, saying there is too much focus on slavery and “how bad slavery was”. Why are Republicans so focused on those who tell the truth? Is this an attempt at historical narrative control? Wiping our cultural memory? Should politics play any role in public educa...
Duration: 00:19:31The Redistricting Wars S4E167 08.26.2025
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Today, we answer another listener's email. From Torri, who lives in Tacoma, Washington, Torri asks, Demonstrations have erupted over Trump’s redistricting push. Texas Republicans are pushing mid-cycle redistricting while California Democrats are countering with their own map. Do you think gerrymandering should be outlawed? What might this mean for the future of electoral integrity?
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Duration: 00:15:54the Politics of Late Night Comedy S4E166 08.25.2025
Aug 25, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we again answer a listener's email. From Samuel, who lives in Roanoke, VA, Samuel asks, recently Jay Leno criticized politicized comedy, and John Oliver fired back. What should satire’s role be in democracy, audience polarization, and media responsibility?
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Duration: 00:17:16Air Canada Strike: Labor Rights in Turbulent Skies and Real ID's S4E165 08.22.2025
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Today, we answer an email from Canada, from Mandy, who lives in Toronto, Canada, and Mandy asks, Over 10,000 flight attendants went on strike, grounding hundreds of flights. What does this strike reveal about working conditions, union power, and global travel vulnerabilities?
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Duration: 00:21:18Is the Trump–Putin–Zelensky Triangle Diplomacy or Drama? S4E164 08.21.2025
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Today, we answer a listener's email from Tom, who lives in Vancouver, BC, and Tom asks, President Trump hosted Ukrainian President Zelensky and hinted at a potential peace deal with Russia, while Putin remains resistant. Is this a genuine peace initiative or a strategic performance? What do you all think?
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Should Israel take over Gaza? S4E163 08.20.2025
Aug 20, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, we discussed the idea floated by Israel that they should take over Gaza City.
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Duration: 00:34:59The Bureau of Labor Standards and the FED S4E162 08.19.2025
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Today, we are discussing the changes at the Bureau of Labor Standards and potential changes at the FED
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Duration: 00:15:16The takeover of DC S4E161 08.18.2025
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Today we are discussing the recent deployment of National Guard and FBI agents in the nation's capital.
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Duration: 00:26:21The Trump/Putin Summit S4E160 08.15.2025
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Today, we discuss the upcoming Trump/Putin Summit in Alaska.
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Duration: 00:24:14Should the Mets fire their manager? S4E159 08.14.2025
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Today, Scott and I talk about the recent problems with the Mets and consider if the Mets should fire their manager.
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Duration: 00:14:09Are We Witnessing the Decline of American Global Influence or Its Recalibration? S4E158 08.13.2025
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Today, a listener asks Are We Witnessing the Decline of American Global Influence or Its Recalibration? How do domestic issues like political gridlock and social unrest affect foreign policy credibility? Is the U.S. still seen as a moral leader on human rights and democracy? What role should the U.S. play in global conflicts—interventionist, isolationist, or something new?
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Duration: 00:20:35, Is the Criminal Justice System Capable of Reform or Is It Fundamentally Broken? S4E157 08.12.2025
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Today, a listener asks Is the Criminal Justice System Capable of Reform or Is It Fundamentally Broken? What does meaningful reform look like beyond slogans like “defund” or “reform”? How do economic and racial disparities manifest in sentencing and policing? Can restorative justice models scale nationally, or are they limited to local experiments?
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Duration: 00:21:14Has Social Media Become the New Public Square or a Digital Echo Chamber? S4E156 08.11.2025
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Today, a listener asks Has Social Media Become the New Public Square—or a Digital Echo Chamber? Are platforms like X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Threads enhancing or eroding democratic discourse? How do algorithms shape political awareness and activism? Should tech companies be held accountable for misinformation and polarization?
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What Does “Electability” Really Mean and Who Gets to Define It? S4E155 08.08.2025
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Today, a listener asks What Does 'Electability' Really Mean—and Who Gets to Define It? Is electability a coded term that reinforces systemic bias? How do race, gender, and class shape perceptions of political viability? Should voters challenge the narrative of electability more aggressively?
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Duration: 00:20:50Is Political Polarization a Symptom or a Strategy? S4E154 08.07.2025
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Today a listener asks Is Political Polarization a Symptom or a Strategy? Are politicians and media outlets actively fueling division for strategic gain? How does polarization affect civic engagement and trust in institutions? Can bipartisan efforts still succeed in today’s climate—or are they performative
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Duration: 00:32:00Is the UK Recognition of Palestine helpful S4E153 08.06.2025
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Today, a listener asks if the panel believes that the UK recognizing the Palestinian state is a helpful move for the conflict in the region.
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Duration: 00:27:56Should funding to universities be dependent on adhering to the administration's political ideology? S4E152 08.05.2025
Aug 05, 2025Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
Today, a listener asks if university funding should be dependent on the school adhering to the current administration's political ideology.
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Duration: 00:16:35Can the Us support Israel while supplying humanitarian aid to Gaza? S4E151 08.04.2025
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Today, a listener asks if the US can support Israel while supplying humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.
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Duration: 00:27:29Is the US moving toward Economic Nationalism S4E150 08.01.2025
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Today, a listener asks if the recent economic moves by Trump are a signal that America is moving toward economic nationalism.
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Duration: 00:23:16Should Ghislaine Maxwell get immunity? S4E149 07.31.2025
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Today, a listener asks if we think Congress should give Ghislaine Maxwell immunity for her testimony. Additionally, we are asked about our thoughts on the recent South Park Episode.
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Duration: 00:29:07A trade deal with Japan. Are Trump's tariffs actually working? S4E148 07.30.2025
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Today, a listener asks about a reported trade deal with Japan. Are Trump's tariffs actually working?
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Duration: 00:30:10Is the Nova Society concerned about our future? S4E147 07.29.2025
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Today, a listener asks the panel if they are concerned about their safety and the future of the podcast.
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