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The Perspectrum brings humor and understanding to political news and philosophy. The hosts have been producing content of various types together for nearly a decade, and now they are bringing a progressive and philosophical perspective to political news. Nathan has an MA in Communication Studies and is a professor of communication. Michael is a Manager of Business Analysis and has a BA in Political Philosophy and a BS in Finance. Support us on Patreon and get access to exclusive content: htt ...
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Nathan is out this week so Michael takes the reins to ruminate on a hot topic at the start of every July: Patriotism. We talk about Patriotism on this show somewhat regularly, as Michael and Nathan do consider themselves patriots. But when things are so bleak, and seemingly getting worse, what good is patriotism? Does it really make sense anymore? …
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This week Michael and Nathan explain the vast list of Trump's legal troubles. Then they have a discussion on social media regulation for children. (Minor correction, in this episode Nathan says that Michael Cohen was in solitary the spring of 2022, it was actually 2020.)The Perspectrum による
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This week, Michael and Nathan discuss a string of stories involving weird stuff say by conservatives these last few weeks. Then they do a deep dive into the twitter files and what they actually mean. Finally they have a discussion about human nature as it pertains to cooperation.The Perspectrum による
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This week Michael and Nathan discuss predictions regarding the 2024 presidential election. Then they give an update on the status of student loan forgiveness. Finally they discuss the horrific reality of three mass shootings in American in the last week.The Perspectrum による
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This week, we discussed the vote on the Respect for Marriage Act in the Senate. Then we did a final breakdown of the midterm results. Finally, we talked about Trump's recent announcement to seek the presidential nomination once again.The Perspectrum による
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This week Michael and Nathan discuss the defeat of Fascist Brazilian President Jair Bolsonaro to leftest Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva. Then they explore where or not corporate greed has contributed to inflation. Finally they have a conversation about instability driving progress.The Perspectrum による
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This week Michael and Nathan do a final breakdown of the midterms. Then they explain why Liz Truss in the UK was the shortest serving Prime Minister in British history. Finally they discuss the strange tendency for people in the US to think we have nothing to learn from other countries.The Perspectrum による
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This week the team delves into OPECs oil cuts and it's global, economic, and political implications. Then they dive into the confusing world of Pharma innovation to figure out where it really comes from. Ultimately though, can regulation do more to incentivize a better way for all of us?The Perspectrum による
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This week, Michael and Nathan discuss Joe Biden's recent executive order expunging the records of people federally convicted of simple Marijuana possession. Then they discuss the protests happening in Iran. Finally they have a talk abut the virtues of incorporating more direct democratic measures.The Perspectrum による
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This week, Michael and Nathan discuss Ukraine and GOP Republican's "Pledge to America". Then they are joined by mental health worker and democratic candidate for Virginia's 6th district for the US house of representatives Jennifer Lewis to discuss her platform.The Perspectrum による
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This week Nathan is joined by guest co-host Josh Greenfield to discuss Ron DeSantis' recent stunt sending migrants to Martha's Vineyard. Then they go over Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin's new policy on trans gender students. Finally Josh discusses his experience being in China during the Covid pandemic.…
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This week, Michael and Nathan give their thoughts on Biden's "soul of America" speech. Then they break down the recent special election in Alaska and ranked choice voting. Finally they release some bonus content from "The Perspectrum After-hours" in which they discuss how to talk to people that disagree with you.…
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This week, Michael and Nathan discuss terrible arguments that have been made against student loan forgiveness. Then they use the carried interest loophole as a case study of corruption in the US. Finally they discuss euthanasia in Canada.The Perspectrum による
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This week Michael and Nathan discuss how the Inflation Reduction Act is likely to impact the midterms. Then they evaluate a strategy of Democrats trying to elevate far right candidates. Finally they have a discussion about the importance of making sure that intuitive arguments are also informed.The Perspectrum による
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This week Michael and Nathan discuss Republican opposition to marriage equality and contraception. Then they do another edition of the Injustice System where they talk about forced prison labor. Finally they talk about the need to not celebrate when political opponents are convicted of a crime.The Perspectrum による
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This week its all about the courts. Michael and Nathan discuss some of the future cases the supreme court will or might hear. Then they discuss the legitimacy problem with the supreme court right now. Finally they have a bit of a debate about the case regarding praying on the football field.The Perspectrum による
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This week Nathan is off the pod, so epic subbing co-host Connor Haines (Masters in Philosophy, Software Engineer) steps in. Michael and Connor talk about the science and experience behind distraction and technology's role in our growing inability to focus. Then they reflect on the growing trend of millennials being drawn away from traditional paths…
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This week, Michael and Nathan discuss the racially motivated mass shootings within the last week and the conspiracy theory that fueled them. Then they discuss the murder of Shareen Abu Aqleh at the hands of the Israeli. Finally they discuss whether a free market place of ideas is possible in our current system.…
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This week Michael and Nathan discuss what the next step for the anti-choice movement after the overturning of Roe. Then they discuss a disinformation fighting initiative the Department of Homeland security is carrying out. Finally they have a talk about whether more damage is caused by moderates or extremists in Washington.…
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This week it's all about abortion. Michael and Nathan break down the leaked supreme court brief showing the intention to overturn Roe vs. Wade, then they go over the argument for why abortion must remain safe and legal, and finally they discuss the strategy going forward on abortion.The Perspectrum による
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This week Michael and Nathan discuss some of the weird things Republicans have been doing over the last few weeks (ie testicle tanning and banning math), then they do a deep dive into the gender wage gap, and finally they discuss the difficulties of balancing fighting the culture war and fight for economic progress.…
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