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What Could Go Right?

The Progress Network with Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas

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What if instead of being on the brink of disaster, we’re on the cusp of a better world? No one can deny the challenges the world faces, from pandemics to climate change to authoritarianism. But pessimism and despair are too easy a response. Each week, Progress Network Founder Zachary Karabell and Executive Director Emma Varvaloucas convene a diverse panel of experts to discuss the central issues of our era, including sustainability, polarization, work, and the economy, and make the case for ...
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This is a podcast about deciphering human behavior and understanding why people do the things they do. I, Zach Elwood, talk with people from a wide range of fields about how they make sense of human behavior and psychology. I've talked to jury consultants, interrogation professionals, behavior researchers, sports analysts, professional poker players, to name a few. There are more than 135 episodes, many of them quite good (although some say I'm biased). To learn more, go to PeopleWhoReadPeop ...
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The London Lyceum

Jordan Steffaniak and Brandon Ayscue

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The London Lyceum seeks to encourage serious thinking for a serious church by creating an intellectual culture of charity, curiosity, and critical thinking. Find out more about us at our website: www.thelondonlyceum.com
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We believe that every person has a connection to food. Each podcast will feature a deep dive interview with food producers, as we try to learn what inspires and influences them on a personal level. For many, producing flavorful, wholesome, and sustainable food is a vocation or a calling. Food has a voice.
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Before We Die

Ariel Nachman & Joey Brenneman

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Before We Die follows the stories of the brave, audacious, and stubbornly persistent problem-solving gizmologists from the Med-Tech world. Join us as top doctors, scientists, bio-designers, and entrepreneurs share their stories of unimaginable successes and heartbreaking failures as they strive to bring their life-saving technology and diagnostic innovations to the patients who need them the most. The Med-Tech industry is booming, but the obstacles and delays are an endless challenge. Can he ...
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RARING

Matthew Zachary Worldwide

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Welcome to RARING, the voice of the rare disease community and a no-BS forum for patients and their families, rare disease patient organizations, and medical professionals. If you live with a rare disease or love someone who does, RARING is the podcast for you, by you, and with you every day. Tune in to hear leading experts discussing next-generation diagnostics and treatments. Learn from passionate nonprofit leaders talking about their highs and lows fighting for their communities. And laug ...
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Your one stop shop for creative ideas and inspiration. Each week on The Spark File podcast, Susan Blackwell and Laura Camien reach into their spark files and share stories, ideas and fascinations to ignite your imagination. Obsessed with creativity, Blackwell and Camien also talk with artists and makers, movers and shakers who have taken the spark of inspiration and fanned it into a flame. Hear from inspiring creatives like Lin-Manuel Miranda, Sara Bareilles, Eric Stonestreet, Jonathan Groff ...
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Join Juilliard-trained professional violinist and teacher JoAnna Farrer in her weekly podcast, as she tackles questions about helping your child progress in music today. She interviews top performers, composers, and teachers, sharing actionable guidance and answering listener questions, all in short, weekly episodes. Join the conversation and gain the tools to help your child develop the skills they need to succeed in the arts and life! Follow JoAnna on Instagram @joannafarrer802 for more.
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Rising with the Tide

Rising with the Tide

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Welcome fellow travellers! Rising with the Tide is a search for knowledge, wisdom and ideas centered around environment, development and a range of other topics, guided by some of the greatest heroes of our times. Listen to the podcast, learn with us!
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Paris Institute for Critical Thinking

Paris Institute for Critical Thinking

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The Paris Institute for Critical Thinking (PICT) is a non-profit educational organization based in Paris, France. Devoted to teaching and research in the humanities and arts, the institute offers a university-quality program of lectures, workshops, conferences, and 18-hour courses, all in the English language. Our aim is to provide a space for all English speakers regardless of background to engage in intellectual reflection and critical conversation. Subscribe above to follow our numerous P ...
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Jake and Jesse recommend a boatload of Baptist books! Resources: 1) William Carey, S. Pearce Carey 2) From Shadow to Substance, Sam Renihan 3) By His Grace and For His Glory, Tom Nettles 4) Baptist Theology: Four Centuries of Study, James Leo Garrett 5) The English Calvinistic Baptists, 1771-1892, Robert Oliver 6) Ardent Love for Jesus, Michael Hay…
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Jordan talks with David Rathel about Andrew Fuller and Hyper-Calvinism. They cover topics like: 14. What is high/hyper calvinism? What is the modern question controversy? Why have scholars not paid careful attention to high/hyper calvinism? What sort of problems does this lack of attention lead to? Who are Lewis Wayman, John Brine, and John Johnson…
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What does the surprising outcome of the Indian elections mean for the state of democracy there? Zachary and Emma delve into the failure of polling predictions and discuss the implications of the election results with Ravi Agrawal, the editor-in-chief of Foreign Policy. The conversation looks towards India's future growth and the challenges it faces…
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A reshare of a 2022 talk I had with existential psychologist Kirk Schneider. We talk about existential psychology and the power of being able to better understand and recognize the core anxieties we all have about existence, such as our fear of death, meaninglessness, isolation, and freedom. Other topics: how existence can be awe-inspiring but also…
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In this week's Progress Report, Zachary and Emma look at a recent study that people are choosing to avoid the news due to its focus on negative stories. Efforts to repair the ozone hole have been successful, demonstrating the potential for positive change in environmental issues. The use of drones in agriculture can reduce pesticide use and have po…
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How meaningful are our discussions with others? Are we truly listening to the other person? What are supercommunicators? Zachary and Emma speak with Charles Duhigg, Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and author of "Supercommunicators: How to Unlock the Secret Language of Connection." Supercommunication methods, listening skills, and tools for measur…
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Jordan talks with Matthew Baines about Gisbertus Voetius and participation. They cover all sorts of topics like: Who is Voetius? Why is he important? How does he relate to Thomism and Scotism? How "eclectic" really is the Reformed tradition? Is theology practical or contemplative? What does it mean for theology to be mystical? What does it mean tha…
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Thoughts about how an awareness of life's strangeness might impact us, both positively and negatively, and how that might relate to existential psychology concepts. Topics include: how an awareness of life's strangeness might be seen to be a core existential stressor (like the fear of death, or fear of isolation); how this might relate to religious…
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In the first episode of our new weekly news podcast, Emma and Zachary look into the recent EU elections, school lunches in America, and how a YouTuber in Cyprus possibly won a seat in European Parliament by accident. What Could Go Right? is produced by The Progress Network and The Podglomerate. For transcripts, to join the newsletter, and for more …
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When we hear the word ‘revolution,’ we often think of the bloody conflicts of the past. But what constitutes a modern-day revolution within our current economic system and forms of government? Both parties within American politics have seen cultural revolutions and shifting value sets with each decade. Zachary and Emma discuss these changes with CN…
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Jordan and Philip talk with Professor Alison McQueen about Thomas Hobbes and his engagement with Scripture. They cover topics like who is Hobbes, what is the argument of Leviathan, the importance of biblical literacy for the study of Hobbes, the theological background of some of these old debates, and more. Resources: 1) Alison McQueen's website 2)…
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Is social media safe for children? How old do kids need to be to have smartphones? Is Gen Z's mental health declining because of TikTok? Zachary and Emma speak with Jonathan Haidt, social psychologist and author of "The Anxious Generation." Social media's effect on brain development, TV Parental Guidelines and the internet's lack thereof, and the i…
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Jordan talks with Zach Manis about his latest work on the problem of hell. They cover topics like What is the problem of hell? Which aspect of the problem do you think is most acute? What are some "bad" ways to avoid the problem of hell? What is the divine presence model? How do you deal with passages like 2 Thess. 1:9 and Luke 16:19-31, since thos…
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A talk with Robin Dibble, an experienced Albuquerque-area service industry professional who’s worked in every aspect of the business, from waiting tables, to cooking, to managing restaurants and night clubs. Topics include: psychological strategies servers use to get more tips; how menu design can affect what people order; reading customer satisfac…
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Why do people hate taxes but seem proud to pay them? When did taxation in the US become such a lightning rod issue? And are American feelings about taxes unique? Today Zachary and Emma talk to Vanessa Williamson, senior fellow in Governance Studies at the Brookings Institution and a senior fellow at the Urban-Brookings Tax Policy Center. The discus…
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Jordan talks with Robert Kolb about Martin Luther and his view of reality. They cover all sorts of topics in this wide ranging interview like what does Luther actually think of reality, does he reject the third use of the law?, what is his relationship to Ockham versus Aquinas, how close is he to Catholicism, what purpose does the light of nature s…
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Jordan and Caleb talk with John Tweeddale about Owen and his work on Hebrews. They cover topics like: Can we understand Owen's biography or theology apart from his work on Hebrews? How does Owen understand the Abrahamic Covenant? How does Owen think of the Mosaic Covenant? Is it a covenant of works or grace or something else? Why should the pastor …
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How do we properly mine for public opinion? Can we trust polls again? And is there a "secret Biden voter" out there? Zachary and Emma speak with John Gerzema, CEO of The Harris Poll and columnist. The 2024 US presidential election, the mood of America, and major flaws of polling are discussed here today. What Could Go Right? is produced by The Prog…
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I talk to former members of the House of Representatives Luke Messer (Republican) and Elizabeth Esty (Democrat). We talk about: political polarization; their experiences being in congress during such a highly polarized period of time; their ideas for reducing toxic polarization, and more. Learn more and sign up for a premium subscription at PeopleW…
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What does it mean to be a modern Jew? How do Jews in America handle their relationship to Israel, especially after the atrocities of October 7 and the subsequent war with Hamas? Zachary and Emma speak with Noah Feldman, Harvard professor and author of the new book 'To Be a Jew Today: A New Guide to God, Israel, and the Jewish People.' The Israel-Ha…
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Jordan talks with Eric Smith about the life and legacy of E. Y. Mullins. They cover topics like: Who was Mullins? Did Mullins think he was rejecting Boyce's calvinism or saving it? Was he a liberal or just a centrist ecumenical? What was his view of inspiration? Who influenced him the most? Is he influenced by those like Schleiermacher? Was his doc…
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A talk with Russell Hurlburt, who’s researched inner experience for more than five decades. He is the author of 6 books and many articles on the topic of mental experience. Topics discussed include: The difficulty of describing inner experience; the ambiguities in the classification of “aphantasia” (reporting no visual qualities in one’s thought pr…
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What is the cost of not investing in families in America? How can economic security be guaranteed? Zachary and Emma speak with Natalie Foster, President of the Economic Security Project and author of the new book ‘The Guarantee: Inside the Fight for America’s Next Economy.’ Baby bonds, student loans, why so many Americans dislike dealing with the g…
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Jordan and Hunter talk with Stephen Presley about his new book on cultural sanctification. They cover topics like: Can Christianity coexist with paganism? Can there be peace? How similar are we to ancient Rome? Do we really have a problem? What caused it? 21. What are the various options that Christians have to respond? Retreat? Fight? Something be…
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In the modern age of warfare, what does it mean for Americans to enter the armed forces? Zachary and Emma speak with veteran and author Phil Klay about the disconnect many people who serve in our current wars feel when they return back home, as well as the lack of understanding that American civilians have toward the complexities of these conflicts…
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Jordan talks with Jamey Gorman and Richard Hughes about their book on the Churches of Christ. They cover topics like what is the church of Christ? What are its distinctive characteristics? What are the origins of the churches of Christ? Why did many oppose dispensationalism and how did the rise of Christian America influence them? Why is there such…
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Many news stories tend to focus on the doom and gloom of our current economy. Zachary and Emma speak with economist and author Allison Schrager, who tends to see things differently. Climbing wages, retirement planning, and even the current state of inflation are all positive elements of today's economy. TikTok and the rise of younger generations li…
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Jordan talks with Sawyer Moranville, Executive Director of Lingua Deo Gloria, about the biblical languages. They cover topics like how to best learn them, if they are necessary to know, whether all Christians can learn them, how language works and translation philosophies, and more! Resources: 1) Lingua Deo Gloria 2) A Child's Koine Greek Book 3) J…
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Jordan and Garrett talk with Tim Cooper about the life and thought of Richard Baxter. They cover topics like his relationship with John Owen, what he thought of justification, his advice for dealing with grief and suffering, his view of pastoral ministry, and more! Resources: 1) John Owen, Richard Baxter and the Formation of Nonconformity, Tim Coop…
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Can the idea of America looking beyond race work in such a divided time? Are there reasons we should still use race as a basis for public policy? Have colleges gone too far in their actions to confront racist actions in the past? Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas talk to Coleman Hughes, the author behind the new book 'The End of Race Politics: …
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Hunter and Cody talk with Patrick Schreiner about his new book on the transfiguration. They cover topics like what is the transfiguration, what the symbols of the transfiguration are, how pastors should teach it, what role it plays in systematic and practical theology, and more! Resources: 1) The Transfiguration of Christ, Patrick Schreiner Support…
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A talk with David Foster, who writes about polarization and media at knowthesystem.org and is the author of "Moderates of the World Unite!: Reworking the Political Media Complex." Topics discussed include: the optimal approach for reducing toxic political polarization (cultural change vs systemic changes); defining the word 'moderate' and examining…
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Negative news can be overwhelming, but it's important to question whether it accurately reflects our world. Join "What Could Go Right?" to hear positive stories from various experts and challenge the negative narrative. Let's strive for a more balanced view of what's happening today. Whether you need a change of perspective or change of heart, chec…
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Jordan talks with Ryan Fields about his new book on the free church and catholicity. They cover topics like: What is catholicity and why should we want it? Does catholicity involve more than unity? How do Episcopal groups typically define catholicity? Can one denomination monopolize the terminology of catholicity? Why do most think the free church …
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Jordan and Joseph talk with Kevin Kinghorn about his work on God and value judgments. They cover topics like: What is a value judgment? Are they beliefs with cognitive content or are they sentiments or something else? What does it mean to call intuitive judgments quasi-perceptions? Are our value judgments from God? In what sense are they from God? …
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Elizaveta Friesem writes about media and about social power (i.e., the power people exert over other people). I first interviewed her about media and polarization in 2021 about her book "Media Is Us." Topics we discuss here include: Michel Foucault’s ideas about power (often referenced in liberal academic world); the oppressed/oppressor framework (…
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While we are hard at work on season six of What Could Go Right, we wanted to share another show we think you’ll really enjoy – The Ongoing Transformation. The Ongoing Transformation is produced by our friends at Issues in Science and Technology. Each episode features conversations about science, technology, policy, and society. This episode explore…
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Jordan talks with Todd Haines and Natasha Kennedy about the FatCat series of books, how to catechize our children, why it matters, whether we can depict Jesus in books, and more! Resources: 1) The entire FatCat series of books! Support this podcast at — https://redcircle.com/the-london-lyceum4672/exclusive-content Advertising Inquiries: https://red…
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Jordan talks with Daniel Williams about the history of the pro-life movement before Roe v. Wade. They cover topics like: What does it mean to be pro-life? Why do many histories of postwar American politics treat the pro-life movement as a reaction against Roe vs Wade only? Who were the very first to be "pro-life"? Were Catholics the first pro-lifer…
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A talk with Daniel Whiteson, a professor of physics and astronomy, about free will, with a focus on what the effects in one's life are when one doesn't believe in free will. Topics discussed: Our thoughts on why we think free will is unlikely to exist; psychological and emotional aspects of living without a belief in free will; the anxiety and even…
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Jordan and Cody talk with Dru Johnson about his latest book on Darwin and Scripture. They cover topics like: What does Darwin have to do with Scripture? Why would anyone be uncomfortable with the idea that the biblical authors make our world existentially, ethically, and physically coherent in a way that can be harmonized with science? You claim th…
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A talk with journalist Isaac Saul, founder of Tangle News (readtangle.com), which shares takes from across the political spectrum. I think Tangle is doing amazing work. I think the more Americans there are who read Tangle, the less toxically polarized we'll be. Topics we discuss include: aspects of Tangle News that make it depolarizing and anger-re…
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A talk with screenwriter/producer Brian Koppelman, known for many TV and film projects, including the poker movie Rounders, the show Billions, and the series Super Pumped: The Battle For Uber. Topics discussed: how he decided to create Rounders; poker tells in Rounders; the excitement of reading people and their behaviors; the difficulty of reading…
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Jordan talks with Han-Luen about Augustine and the will. They cover topics like: What is the will? Did Augustine invent our concept of the will? Why has Augustine's thought on the will been such a difficult topic? How much does his own maturation and development make it more difficult? Does Augustine's doctrine of providence fit with his view of fr…
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Are our fears about the future grounded in facts on the ground today? Will conflict and war wax or wane this century? And what global progress can we look to as examples of unexpected good occurring? Today, for our season finale, Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas reflect on lessons gleaned from this season's episodes. What Could Go Right? is pr…
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Jordan talks with Jesse Couenhoven about moral agency among children. They cover topics such as: What is moral theory and moral agency? Why do we have a tendency to exaggerate the agency of children, disabled persons, etc.? Why have studies in the past been systematically biased? Should we be cynical about studies like these? Why has the approach t…
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A talk with professional poker player Dara O’Kearney about poker tells (aka, physical and verbal behaviors in poker). Dara is the co-host of the popular poker podcast The Chip Race and the author of several books, including GTO Poker Simplified. We talk about: the importance of poker tells compared to strategy; how Dara’s views on tells have change…
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Are we defined by our jobs? What happens to ex-presidents after they leave office? And how does that apply to the current political landscape as we head into the 2024 election? Today, we're joined by Jared Cohen, author of the book 'Life After Power: Seven Presidents and Their Search for Purpose Beyond the White House,' to explore how these leaders…
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