

Episode 81: Dumb Tribalism
Feb 13, 2025
Andrew Heaton, a comedian and host of The Political Orphanage, dives into his new book, *Tribalism is Dumb*. He examines the dual nature of tribalism, highlighting its community benefits versus its divisive political threats. He argues that technology plays a significant role in escalating political tribalism, creating more intense divisions. The conversation also touches on effective polarization and how social media influences confrontational behavior, all while suggesting ways to foster respectful political dialogues to bridge divides.
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Intro
00:00 • 6min
Understanding Tribalism: Community and Conflict
05:36 • 5min
The Escalation of Political Tribalism
10:32 • 3min
Understanding Modern Tribalism
13:41 • 13min
Strategic Confrontation on Social Media
26:58 • 2min
Navigating Effective Polarization in Politics
28:53 • 29min
Understanding Political Tribalism
58:07 • 2min