An in-depth look at the US-Israel relationship. What were the Biden administrations goals post October 7th, and how successful where they? How should we think about Trump's proposed plan, what is the thinking (or lack of) behind it, and why does it hold such appeal for some?

Everything Supreme Court - Theory and practice: How has the role of the court developed historically, how has it gained more power recently, how should we think about it, and what should we expect in Trump's second term?

In a patreon supporers only episode I take a range of audience questions on democratic messaging, my liberal currents articles, and how to make falafel that doesn't fall apart. This is a 10 minute preview of the episode - for the full thing, become a supporter on patreon: https://www.patreon.com/c/politicalphilosophypodcast

Chris Freiman, a West Virginia University professor and author of "Why It's Okay to Ignore Politics," challenges the notion that voting is a moral obligation. He suggests that individuals may achieve greater good through philanthropy instead of electoral participation, especially in non-swing states. The conversation navigates the moral complexities of voting, the balance of individual versus collective power, and the responsibilities in times of political crisis. Freiman encourages listeners to rethink how they allocate their resources between political engagement and charitable actions.

What is the minimum we can be asked to provide for others? I'm joined by Nicole Hassoun to discuss this, relationships, loneliness, and more.

How did realist thinkers like Machiavelli and Hobbes respond to people predicting the end of the world, and what lessons can we draw from that in our own day? Alison McQueen Joins the podcast to discuss.

What makes a political decision legitimate? That it tracks the popular will, that it's made with the right information, or something else? Fabienne Peter discusses both the theory, and the applied cases of COVID, Brexit, and Trump

What are the books that didn't get included in the New Testament? A big, fun, deep-dive into all things early Christianity and non-canon with Eric Vanden Eykel.

Explore the rising far-right authoritarianism in the U.S. and its risks to democracy through historical lenses. Discover the 'body politic' metaphor as a lens for understanding American vulnerabilities. Learn about the weakened justice system and the need for a revitalized far-left movement to combat threats. Delve into the challenges facing liberalism and the importance of anti-fascist activism. Unearth the connection between media habits and democracy's health, advocating for decentralized media to enhance civic responsibility and community resilience.

Kristen Monroe discusses conservative opposition to Trump from the perspective of political phycology - why so many republicans have capitulated, what made the difference for those who didn't, and what should our moral evaluation of the MAGA movement be.