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398. US Election Ramble + Message + Song

Nov 9, 2016

01:06:15

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Dive into a thoughtful exploration of the recent US Presidential election and its unexpected results. The discussion captures the emotional turmoil and division in the political landscape, drawing parallels with Brexit. Enjoy a critique of current electoral dynamics and the importance of respectful political discourse. Humor and authenticity shine through as personal experiences are shared, paired with an impromptu song. Reflect on the balance between desire and reality, and discover strategies for nurturing civility in challenging conversations.

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The surprise election of Donald Trump as president ignited strong emotions, reminding many of the unpredictable nature of political outcomes.

Navigating conversations about politics in a polarized environment requires respectful discourse and understanding of differing viewpoints.

The podcast host emphasizes the importance of authenticity in his journey, suggesting that constructive feedback fosters growth and connection with listeners.

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Intro

2min

Reflections on the Election Outcome

19min

Political Criticism and Electoral Dynamics

7min

Navigating Political Discourse

18min

Navigating Politics with Humor and Authenticity

15min

Navigating Desire and Reality in Political Discourse

2min

Exploring Desire Through Song and Reflection

4min

In this episode I want to talk about two things: My first impressions of the US Presidential election result, and then some things I said in the last episode of this podcast. I just want to clear up some comments I made last time. I just want to get straight into it. So here we go. Click here for the page for this episode http://wp.me/p4IuUx-73G

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