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Mentioned in 9 episodes
The Upswing
How America Came Together a Century Ago and How We Can Do It Again
Book • 2020
In 'The Upswing', Robert Putnam and Shaylyn Romney Garrett provide a comprehensive overview of more than a century of American history.
They identify a significant shift from an 'I' society to a 'We' society during the early 20th century, particularly peaking in the 1960s, and then a reversal back to individualism.
The book uses statistical analysis and storytelling to illustrate this 'I-We-I' curve, showing how trends in politics, economics, society, and culture have repeated over time.
The authors argue that understanding this historical pattern can inspire a new generation to work towards rebuilding a more communitarian society.
They identify a significant shift from an 'I' society to a 'We' society during the early 20th century, particularly peaking in the 1960s, and then a reversal back to individualism.
The book uses statistical analysis and storytelling to illustrate this 'I-We-I' curve, showing how trends in politics, economics, society, and culture have repeated over time.
The authors argue that understanding this historical pattern can inspire a new generation to work towards rebuilding a more communitarian society.
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Mentioned in 9 episodes
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as a book about creating the right structures to change social connection and community.


Laurie Santos

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The Science Of Happiness: Dr. Laurie Santos Shares Evidence-Based Tools For Genuine Joy, Why We Chase The Wrong Things & What Actually Creates Well-Being
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when discussing long-term trends in social capital, political polarization, and inequality.


Robert Putnam

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'The Interview': Robert Putnam Knows Why You’re Lonely
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as a book exploring the resurgence of social connection in America.


Laurie Santos

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How to Find Hope in a Cynical World
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as a book exploring long-term trends in American social connections.


Robert Putnam

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Join or Die with Robert Putnam
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to illustrate a historical parallel to current social divisions.

Scott Mann

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#135 Scott Mann - The Real Cost of America's Failures
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as a book offering hope for rebuilding social capital.


Laurie Santos

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Make America Happy Again
Mentioned as a book that tells the story of social cohesion in a powerful way.

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What We Owe Each Other - An Episode from Article 13
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, highlighting Putnam's insights into social trends and the revival of community engagement.


John Bridgeland

Lawfare Daily: John Bridgeland on National Service and Civil Defense Amid Geopolitical Uncertainty
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as a book summarizing his research on the state of American democracy.


Robert Putnam

Patron’s Lecture: why social capital matters
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as the book that 

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co-authored, discussing the I-We curve in American society.


Dan Harris


Robert Putnam

Shaylyn Romney Garrett

How You Can Help End Polarization and Inequality – and Get Happier, Too | Robert Putnam & Shaylyn Romney Garrett
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when discussing about individualism and the bonds of community.


David Brooks

What is Happiness?
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as the author of "The Upswing".

Danielle Kurtzleben

Weekly Roundup: October 16th
Mentioned by Lucy Perkins in the context of discussing the book 'The Upswing' and its relevance to current political and social trends.

On The Ground In Arizona, Florida, Pennsylvania And Wisconsin
Mentioned as a book that looks back to the progressive movement for inspiration to the problems of the present day.

Why nothing works, with Marc Dunkelman
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as one of 

's books published in 2020.


Danielle Kurtzleben


Robert Putnam

Politics And America's Loneliness Epidemic