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Join a Club—America's Fate Depends on It | Actual Facts
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We’re joined by sister-and-brother filmmaking duo Rebecca and Pete Davis, whose new documentary, 'Join or Die,' examines the pivotal role that joining clubs and civic groups plays in shaping the future of our society.
Drawing on the work of renowned social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking book 'Bowling Alone' exposed the alarming decline of community connections, 'Join or Die' offers profound insights into the current crisis facing our democracy. The film combines Putnam’s story with perspectives from politics, economics, public health, and urban design. It also incorporates historic home videos and contemporary community profiles to highlight the essential role civic organizations play in maintaining a healthy democracy.
Actual Facts is hosted by Eric Steuer
Theme music by Yalls: https://www.dancasey.me/
'Join or Die': https://www.joinordiefilm.com/
MovieMaker Magazine: https://www.moviemaker.com/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
176 episodes
Manage episode 432188965 series 2854726
We’re joined by sister-and-brother filmmaking duo Rebecca and Pete Davis, whose new documentary, 'Join or Die,' examines the pivotal role that joining clubs and civic groups plays in shaping the future of our society.
Drawing on the work of renowned social scientist Robert Putnam, whose groundbreaking book 'Bowling Alone' exposed the alarming decline of community connections, 'Join or Die' offers profound insights into the current crisis facing our democracy. The film combines Putnam’s story with perspectives from politics, economics, public health, and urban design. It also incorporates historic home videos and contemporary community profiles to highlight the essential role civic organizations play in maintaining a healthy democracy.
Actual Facts is hosted by Eric Steuer
Theme music by Yalls: https://www.dancasey.me/
'Join or Die': https://www.joinordiefilm.com/
MovieMaker Magazine: https://www.moviemaker.com/
Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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