A short introduction to the historical concept of the term "liberalism" and some of the key players. Nothing too heavy, just some mild rambling on an interesting topic.
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16 Apr 2024
2.03 - Stewardship of the Individual - Pt II
In this episode we discuss some further ideas about the "individual" as we relate to politics and how the government should avoid trying to interject itself between the actions and outcomes of certain personal choices.
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26 Mar 2024
2.02 - Stewardship of the Individual - Pt I - Redux
New Format! Quick, loose, and minimal edits.
Getting back into the swing of things, we'll briefly discuss the concept of the individual as a philosophical idea. I will spend more time on this topic in future episodes.
Glad to be back!
21 Nov 2023
2.01 - The Stewardship Framework
In this episode, we'll lay the foundation for season 2 and introduce the idea of "stewardship" as it relates to politics. We'll also discuss why this isn't another centrist party, pyramid schemes, and the sporadic holiday upload schedule. Upwards and onwards!
8 Nov 2023
1.09 - Season 1 Recap & Season 2 Teaser
Today we’ll wrap up season 1 by recapping of all the topics we’ve hit on thus far. Additionally, we’ll look ahead into season 2 and reestablish some of our primary goals moving forward. Diving into the philosophical deep end!
27 Oct 2023
1.08 - What is Centrism?
In this episode, we’ll discuss the idea of “centrism”. If left vs right is bad, why not shoot for something in the middle? Maybe compromise and rationalism will solve all our problems? We’ll examine the facts, hear both sides, and see what happens.
18 Oct 2023
1.07 - What is Mixed Member Proportional?
In today’s episode we will discuss what is (in my opinion) the superior election method for representative bodies, mixed member proportional. We’ve covered a lot of the other systems and discussed their pros and cons, now it’s time to look at one that best reflects the will of the people!
11 Oct 2023
1.06 - There Are Other Election Systems?
In this episode, we take a (very) high-level look at some other election systems used throughout the world. Plurality systems, majority systems, proportional systems, etc.
A good introduction to some alternatives to First Past the Post and all its many problems.
29 Sept 2023
1.05 - What is Duverger's law?
In this episode we explore why there can only ever be two legitimate parties in US politics. 20th century French political theorist Maurice Duverger has the answer. We'll also touch on gerrymandering, the spoiler effect, and why hockey fans never get what they want.
21 Sept 2023
1.04 - Only Two Parties?
We'll discuss the seven eras of US politics and how there are only ever two major parties at work at any one time. Jefferson's anti-federalists, the Whigs, the Republicans, and all other players get their time in the sun today (with a bonus shoutout to the Free Soil Party). Have things always been the way they are now? And how do we move forward? Let's find out.
12 Sept 2023
1.03 - Where did Left v Right Come From?
On today’s episode we’ll be learning some political vocab. Left, right, and the folks in the middle. We’ll be going all the way back to 18th century France, discussing the three estates, tennis courts, and accidental seating arrangements as we try to answer the question: Where did Left v Right come from?
5 Sept 2023
1.02 - What's the Big Problem?
In this episode, we touch on the history of factions and partisanism in the US, the Federalist Papers, and try to answer the question: What’s the big problem?
29 Aug 2023
1.01 - Welcome to the Show
In this episode, we'll discuss the "what, why, and how" of this podcast. In addition to laying down some ground rules for language, philosophical jargon, and other technical "stuff". Join us as we work to break the partisan mindset and reshape our ideas on US politics.
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