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Politics in America is transforming. We’re embarking on a new series to deepen our understanding of who we are, how we got here, and how we rebuild without repeating the mistakes of the past. Ron Steslow hosts academics, behavioral economists, social psychologists, politicos, philosophers, anthropologists, journalists, poets, and storytellers—and more—to discuss America’s political present and future and dive into the deeper problems we face as a nation. Email us questions or comments: podca ...
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The Latino Vote Podcast brings together the most sophisticated Latino voices in the country to provide you with insightful, accurate, unbiased, and timely information relating to the voting patterns and inclinations of the Nation’s Hispanics. Mike Madrid, a brilliant GOP strategist who has worked for several U.S. presidents, and who is also the founder of the 2020 “game-changing” Lincoln Project, and Chuck Rocha, the senior strategist of the Bernie Sanders Campaign and the most impactful pol ...
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For the full and ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus How do you win campaigns in a world awash with lies? And why do candidates and campaigns struggle to “use their normal brains” when those lies happen start online? In this two-part conversation, join host Ron Steslow, Mike Madrid, and Sasha…
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Tacos, Tequila, & Trump's Spiritual Trap-atillas. A Special Co-Podcast with The Latino Vote & Politicology - Live from Paraiso Taqueria
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Check out Ron Steslow's eye-opening Politicology podcast series. https://politicology.com/ Featured in the Rolling Stones, the Los Angeles Times, Axios and other notable news outlets, Politicology, uncovers the cracks in our Democracy and what we can do to save it. - Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid are joined by Politicology host Ron Steslow, to offer …
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For ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus It’s been one year since the horrific terrorist attack in Israel on October 7th. Hamas terrorists entered Israel and brutally raped and murdered over 1,200 people and gleefully live streamed some of the most horrific scenes we've ever seen. Over 200 peo…
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Harris Heads to the Border—The Weekly Roundup (LIVE from DC!)
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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, we have a special crossover episode with The Latino Vote Podcast. We talk about Kamala Harris’s trip to the southern border and shift in messaging on border security. Then, we discuss Donald Trump leaning into Christian “spiritual warfare” and how it could shape challenges to the electi…
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For the full and ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus In this conversation, John Spencer, an urban warfare expert, discusses the escalating tensions in the Middle East, particularly focusing on the conflict between Israel and Hezbollah. He explains the differences between Hezbollah and Hamas, …
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Bracing For Another Contested Election—The Weekly Roundup
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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, we discuss election integrity and what could happen if Donald Trump contests the results of the November election. Then, we’ll discuss Vice President Harris’s comment saying she’d support removing the filibuster to codify Roe v. Wade. Finally, we head to Politicology+ where we talk abou…
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Twisted Steel & Sex Appeal | The Latino Vote Episode 57
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Mike Madrid offers weekly updates on his very own Substack - The Great Transformation with Mike Madrid. Read his latest record on immigration: 'Kamala Goes To The Border' : https://greattransformation.substack.com/p/kamala-goes-to-the-border - Kamala's strategic moves to tighten her stance on border security through a visit to Arizona, has Mike Mad…
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For the full and ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus In our digital age, people have grown to see social media platforms as mere tools and applications. Marcus Collins, the award-winning marketer, former digital strategist for Beyoncé, and author of "For The Culture", argues otherwise. Join h…
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Hispanic Heritage Hustle and a Breakdown of Spanish Ad Spending | The Latino Vote Episode 56
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From the Congressional Hispanic Caucus Institute's gala to the White House’s reception, there are plenty of vibrant Hispanic Heritage Month celebrations happening in Washington, D.C. Chuck Rocha and Mike Madrid discuss the events highlighting Latino culture, activism, and the trailblazers carving the path to American politics. Meanwhile, Chuck and …
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Dogs, Cats, and a Very Online Campaign —The Weekly Roundup
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This week, we discuss the second attempted assassination of Donald Trump and who’s most responsible for rhetoric that encourages political violence. Then, we’ll discuss the spreading rumors about migrants eating pets, Trump’s very online campaign, and the attempt to backfill outright lies with spurious evidence of plausibility. Finally, we head to …
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For the full and ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus Imagine a world where candidates no longer need to pander to the extremes, where minor candidates don’t tip elections one way or another, and where your vote can truly represent your values. Sounds like a dream, right? States like Alaska an…
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The Key to Victory: Latinos in North Carolina | The Latino Vote Episode 55 - Featuring Poder NC Action Founder Irene Godínez
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Learn more about Poder NC Action's ongoing efforts to build a strong Latino community and increase voter participation in North Carolina by visiting their website: https://poderncaction.org/ Check out the video on their signature ballot information event 'Ballots y Belleza' where voters get pampered with a free beauty service while a Poder Ambassad…
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Trump Takes The Bait—The Weekly Roundup
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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, we discuss the debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. Then, we consider the implications of Liz Cheney and her father, former Vice President Dick Cheney, endorsing Kamala Harris. Finally, we head to Politicology+ where we answer a listener questio…
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For the full and ad-free version of this episode, subscribe to Politicology+ at https://politicology.com/plus Host Ron Steslow welcomes economist Scott Lincicome (Vice President of General Economics at the Cato Institute) to Politicology to discuss the economic policies of both Donald Trump and Kamala Harris. They dive into the challenges of econ…
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No Peso, No Say So | The Latino Vote Episode 54
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Chuck joins us this episode from Mexico City! Welcome home hermano! It’s the final 60 days of the presidential campaign and Chuck & Mike are here to compare the fundraising race between Harris and Trump. Does more money for big ticket campaigns matter for local races? Or does it even matter with so little time left? They also discuss the evolving b…
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Collapse of the Orange Curtain—Red County, Blue County, Orange County (Episode 6)
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In this special six-part narrative series, Mike Madrid, in partnership with the UC Irvine School of Social Ecology, takes a deep dive into Orange County, California to explore the transformations that have redefined politics there, and what it means for the rest of the country. In this episode, Mike talks to Democratic State Senator Tom Umberg and …
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“The Ring of Fire”—The Weekly Roundup
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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, we discuss the recent execution of hostages by Hamas, the charges against Hamas leaders, and the threat of Iran as it pushes for regional dominance. Then, we discuss the joint interview of Vice President Harris and her running mate Gov. Tim Walz with CNN’s Dana Bash Finally, we head to …
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In this two part series, Journalist and author Byron Tau joins host Ron Steslow to discuss his new book Means of Control: How the Hidden Alliance Of Tech And Government Is creating a New American Surveillance State Part 2: (02:17) The extensive government data collection Edward Snowden revealed (09:40) How data vendors bypass privacy reviews within…
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High Tech Anxiety—Red County, Blue County, Orange County (Episode 5)
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In this special six-part narrative series, Mike Madrid, in partnership with the UC Irvine School of Social Ecology, takes a deep dive into Orange County, California to explore the transformations that have redefined politics there, and what it means for the rest of the country. In this episode, Mike talks to Jean Pasco who covered local politics in…
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Entering The Home Stretch—The Weekly Roundup
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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, as the Presidential race enters the home stretch, we discuss Vice President Harris’s push to regain ground with Latino Voters and the electoral impact of RFK Jr’s decision to leave the race and endorse Trump. Next, we talk about the success of Ukraine’s offensive against Russia, Israel’…
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Unraveling the Texas Raids Scandal | The Latino Vote Episode 53 - Featuring CBSNews' Nidia Cavazos & Fin Gómez
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Read the breaking story from CBS News, 'Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton raids Latino Democrats' homes, including those of LULAC members': https://www.cbsnews.com/news/texas-attorney-general-ken-paxton-raids-latino-democrats-lulac-homes/ - Following recent raids led by Texas Attorney General Ken Paxton on longtime League of United Latin American C…
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In this two part series, Journalist and author Byron Tau joins host Ron Steslow to discuss his new book Means of Control: How the Hidden Alliance Of Tech And Government Is creating a New American Surveillance State Part 1: (02:36) Byron’s background and why he decided to write this book (05:15) The Evolution of data brokering (09:00) Understanding …
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Age of Transformation—Red County, Blue County, Orange County (Episode 4)
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In this special six-part narrative series, Mike Madrid, in partnership with the UC Irvine School of Social Ecology, takes a deep dive into Orange County, California to explore the transformations that have redefined politics there, and what it means for the rest of the country. In this episode, Mike talks to Jean Pasco who covered local politics in…
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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, we discuss the Democratic National Convention, the effort to appeal to more moderate voters, and Kamala Harris’s masterful acceptance speech. Next, we talk about Harris’s “price gouging” plan and economic policy proposals and the consequences of using Congress’s dysfunction as a backsto…
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Chuck Checks-In from the D.N.C. | The Latino Vote Episode 52
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Turn down for Chuck - who is calling in live, from a secretive warehouse in Chicago deep in the heart of the Democratic National Convention, to share with Mike all of the standout moments, including impactful speeches from Biden, AOC, and the Obamas, and the key figures shaping the party's swing in momentum. Chuck, who’s been attending Democratic c…
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ENCORE: Misunderstanding Misinformation
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Claire Wardle (co-founder and co-director of the Information Futures Lab, and Professor of the Practice at the Brown School of Public Health) joins Ron Steslow to discuss the challenges( and failures) in improving our information landscape (02:12) Claire’s background and how it led to her research (05:52) Why terms like “misinformation,” “disinform…
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A Dangerous Proposition—Red County, Blue County, Orange County (Episode 3)
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In this special six-part narrative series, Mike Madrid, in partnership with the UC Irvine School of Social Ecology, takes a deep dive into Orange County, California to explore the transformations that have redefined politics there, and what it means for the rest of the country. In this episode, Mike talks to Jean Pasco who covered local politics in…
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The Populist Pivot—The Weekly Roundup
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This week, we discuss Donald Trump’s interview with Elon Musk, content moderation, and broader hostility to free speech . Next, we highlight Kamala Harris’s pivot away from some progressive policies, and how rising populism is pushing both Harris and Trump to change their positions. We also discuss the potential consequences of the Trump campaign h…
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