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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: https://patreon.com/theperspectrum?utm_medium=social&utm_source=twitter&utm_campaign=creatorshare
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Saturday Oct 29, 2022
Saturday Oct 29, 2022
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.
Saturday Oct 22, 2022
Saturday Oct 22, 2022
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?
Friday Oct 14, 2022
Friday Oct 14, 2022
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.
Saturday Oct 08, 2022
Saturday Oct 08, 2022
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.
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
Thursday Sep 29, 2022
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.
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
Thursday Sep 08, 2022
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.
Thursday Sep 01, 2022
Thursday Sep 01, 2022
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.
Friday Aug 26, 2022
Friday Aug 26, 2022
This week Michael and Nathan discuss the FBI raid of Mar-A-Lago, the recent decision by the Biden administration on student loan forgiveness, and the relationship between capitalism and scarcity.
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
Thursday Aug 11, 2022
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.
Saturday Aug 06, 2022
Saturday Aug 06, 2022
This week might be Michael and Nathan's most positive episode yet. They discuss the passage of the PACT act. Then they breakdown the climate change proposal. Finally, they end by talking about the use of shame in activism.