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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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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.
Wednesday Jul 27, 2022
Wednesday Jul 27, 2022
This week Michael and Nathan discuss Republican opposition to marriage equality and contraception. Then they do another edition of the Injustice System where they talk about forced prison labor. Finally they talk about the need to not celebrate when political opponents are convicted of a crime.
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
Thursday Jul 21, 2022
This week Nathan and Michael analyze available data and make predictions about the midterms. Then they discuss the history of separation of church and state.
Saturday Jul 16, 2022
Saturday Jul 16, 2022
This week, Michael and Nathan discuss the findings so far in the January six hearing, then they do a deep dive into the benefits of providing universal school lunches, and finally they have a philosophical talk about identity and exclusion.
Saturday Jul 09, 2022
Saturday Jul 09, 2022
This week its all about the courts. Michael and Nathan discuss some of the future cases the supreme court will or might hear. Then they discuss the legitimacy problem with the supreme court right now. Finally they have a bit of a debate about the case regarding praying on the football field.
Friday Jul 01, 2022
Friday Jul 01, 2022
This week Michael and Nathan are joined by Jess and Bri in a very special episode where they break down the politics of the overturning of Roe, the major consequences, and the process of changing one's mind on abortion.
Saturday Jun 04, 2022
Saturday Jun 04, 2022
This week Nathan is off the pod, so epic subbing co-host Connor Haines (Masters in Philosophy, Software Engineer) steps in. Michael and Connor talk about the science and experience behind distraction and technology's role in our growing inability to focus. Then they reflect on the growing trend of millennials being drawn away from traditional paths to find meaning in travel.
Friday May 27, 2022
Friday May 27, 2022
This week Nathan and Michael break down the horrific mass shooting in Uvalde Texas. Then they do another installment of sorry we f**ked up your country focusing on Iraq. Finally they discuss physician assisted suicide.
Friday May 20, 2022
Friday May 20, 2022
This week, Michael and Nathan discuss the racially motivated mass shootings within the last week and the conspiracy theory that fueled them. Then they discuss the murder of Shareen Abu Aqleh at the hands of the Israeli. Finally they discuss whether a free market place of ideas is possible in our current system.