Stephen Marche
Journalist and author of The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the American Future, interviewed here about political polarization and the risk of political violence in the U.S.
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Oct 31, 2025 • 22min
#441 — The Threat of Civil War
In this engaging discussion, journalist Stephen Marche, author of The Next Civil War, delves into the precarious state of political polarization in the U.S. He explores the potential dynamics of a modern civil war, weighing various risk factors like inequality and hyper-partisanship. Marche discusses Canada’s perspective on American politics and the serious implications of U.S. aggression. The conversation covers extremism on both sides and how diversity may influence social stability. A thought-provoking dialogue on navigating the future!
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Oct 31, 2025 • 1h 7min
#441 - The Threat of Civil War
Stephen Marche, a novelist and essayist known for his works in The New Yorker and The Atlantic, joins to discuss his book, The Next Civil War. He explores the potential risks of a modern civil war in America, highlighting issues like extreme polarization, trust in institutions, and the impact of diversity. Marche examines Canadian perspectives on U.S. instability, the role of social media in radicalization, and the historical context of political violence. He questions the feasibility of secession and presents various scenarios for what a civil conflict might entail.
