How can we fix congress? What can we learn from a member of Congress who has devoted his term to fixing Congress? Join us this week as Manu sits down with Congressman Derek Kilmer to discuss the current state of our congress. Tune in as they discuss campaign finance reform, gerrymandering, how we can make change and more.

It’s that time of year again. You may find yourself wondering, how can I have difficult political conversations with friends and family? Well we’ve got you covered. In this episode Manu provides three helpful tips on having productive political conversations. 

There’s a tragedy about this election and it’s not who won or lost. What is it? Tune in this week as Manu discusses the results of the 2024 presidential election. Don’t miss out as he discusses the real tragedy of the election, how the media uses outrage to create division and a new version of misinformation that is sweeping the nation.

Is there a new divide in America? Thanks to our friends at The Village Square, join us this week as Manu sits down with Tim Urban, renowned writer and thinker shedding light on some of our most pressing problems.. Tune in as they address high rung and low rung thinking, the left vs right divide, as well as another divide that may be even more sinister….

Is social media a net negative for society? Join us this week as Manu sits down with data scientist and Facebook Whistleblower Frances Haugen. Tune in as they discuss how social media has contributed to social unrest and violence across the globe as well as Frances’ role in exposing it.

Is it possible for us to discuss the Israel/Palestine conflict on college campuses? Join us this week as Manu takes on the discourse and protests happening on college campuses. Tune in as he discusses what we can learn from the protests, how we can work together effectively and much more.

What is the real story behind the Vice presidential debate? Tune in this week as Manu exposes the VP debate for what it is. Don’t miss out as he addresses the ways in which politics divide us, our current culture of fear and much more in this special episode. 

Can A.I. be a positive for humanity? What are the ins and outs of social media algorithms?  Join us as Manu sits down with former Twitter Chief Media Scientist Deb Roy to talk about what the purpose of social media is, whether A.I. will be a net positive for humanity and much more.

This is part 2 of our debate special! Join us on this special for analysis you won’t find anywhere else. While everyone is asking the question, “who won the debate”, we are asking the question, “how did we get here”. Don’t miss out as Manu breaks down the debate and what it means for the upcoming election.

This is part 1 of our debate special! Join us this week as Manu takes on the Trump/Harris debate and the current state of politics. Don’t miss out as he addresses how politicians thrive on outrage, what to look for when watching the debate and much more.