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This week is all about whistleblowers. Jason and Ravi kick things off with the Facebook whistleblower's testimony and ponder what's next for the social media giant. Then, we're bringing you an interview from the Texas Tribune Festival with Lt. Col. Alexander Vindman.  Vindman came to national attention in 2019 when he testified before the United States Congress regarding the Trump-Ukraine scandal. Vindman is the author of "Here, Right Matters".We're always looking for ways to improve the podcast and find other listeners like you. You can help us by filling out a brief survey at wondermedianetwork.com/majority54survey. Thank you!Today's episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. BetterHelp is secure counseling done online at lower costs than traditional therapy. As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/M54. To learn more about the exciting new SimpliSafe Wireless Outdoor Security Camera, visit Simplisafe.com/majority54  and get  20% off your entire new system and your first month of monitoring service FREE, when you enroll in Interactive Monitoring. If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order. If you're like True, and trying to learn a new language, Babbel has you covered. When you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription, you'll get an additional 3 months for free. That's 6 months for the price of 3. Just go to Babbel.com and use promo code MAJORITY54. Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle.Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch and Edie Allard. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on TwitterJason on TwitterJason on InstagramRavi on TwitterRavi on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason and Ravi cover how we can use history to keep Republicans from hijacking the conversation about the national debt, and how we should handle conversations about it with our friends and family. They also discuss the impact of the vaccine mandate -- are republicans being driven away from the vaccine?We're always looking for ways to improve the podcast and find other listeners like you. You can help us by filling out a brief survey at wondermedianetwork.com/majority54survey. Thank you!If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order. Cooking quality seafood at home doesn't have to be scary! In fact, it's easy with Wild Alaskan Company. Wild Alaskan Company is a family run business that delivers high quality, sustainably-sourced Wild-Caught Seafood right to your door. Get $15 off your first box of premium seafood when you visit WildAlaskanCompany.com/MAJORITY54Upstart knows you're more than just your credit score. Unlike other lenders, Upstart considers your income and current employment to find you a smarter rate for your loan. Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today when you go to UPSTART.com/MAJORITY54You can buy ads on Majority 54  by going to gumball.fm and searching for MAJORITY 54. You can also browse shows, discover new advertising options, or list your own podcast today. Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle.Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch and Edie Allard. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on TwitterJason on TwitterJason on InstagramRavi on TwitterRavi on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Climate change is such a huge threat, it can be hard to truly visualize its impact. This week, we're proud to share the first episode of As She Rises, a new Wonder Media Network podcast using poetry and the voices of BIPOC to contextualize the true effects of climate change.Subscribe to As She Rises on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you get your podcasts.We're always looking for ways to improve the podcast and find other listeners like you. You can help us by filling out a brief survey at wondermedianetwork.com/majority54survey. Thank you!Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle.Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch and Edie Allard. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on TwitterJason on TwitterJason on InstagramRavi on TwitterRavi on InstagramGrace on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jason and Ravi are joined by Negin Farsad, comedian and host of the podcast Fake the Nation. Together they discuss Biden's federal vaccine mandate and some recent Tucker Carlson rabbit holes. We're always looking for ways to improve the podcast and find other listeners like you. You can help us by filling out a brief survey at wondermedianetwork.com/majority54survey. Thank you!If you're able, please consider donating to the Afghan Rescue Project. Today's episode is brought to you by Helix Sleep. Helix is offering up to 200 dollars off all mattress orders and two free pillows for our listeners. Get the best sleep of your life and head to HelixSleep.com/Majority54.Our go-to meditation app is Headspace. If you go to Headspace.com/M54 you can get a free one month trial with access to Headspace's full library of meditations for every situation. Introducing a NEW way to start your day - SuperBeets Heart Chews - they’re a tasty treat that give you the energy you need and are good for you. Get 30% off your first order when you go to SuperBeets.com/54. If you've listened for a while, you know that Ravi and Jason would be nothing without their Athletic Greens. See what all the hype is about when you go to AthleticGreens.com/majority and get a free year supply of Vitamin D and 5 free travel packs with your order. Check out Some of My Best Friends Are... a new podcast we think you'll enjoy. Hosts Khalil Muhammad and Ben AustenIt explore the absurdities and intricacies of race in America. Mixing anecdotes, entertaining storytelling and thoughtful debate, the show helps listeners make sense of a deeply divided country.  Find the show wherever you're listening right now! Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle.Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch and Edie Allard. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on TwitterJason on TwitterJason on InstagramRavi on TwitterRavi on InstagramNegin on Fake the NationNegin on Twitter  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

How should Americans reflect on the 9/11 attacks, 20 years later? And how do we explain these cultural and political changes to the younger generation? Today's episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. BetterHelp is secure counseling done online at lower costs than traditional therapy. As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/M54. If you want to brush up on a foreign language, or learn a new one altogether, Babbel has you covered. When you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription, you'll get an additional 3 months for free. That's s6 months for the price of 3. Just go to Babbel.com and use promo code MAJORITY54. Cooking quality seafood at home doesn't have to be scary! In fact, it's easy with Wild Alaskan Company. Wild Alaskan Company is a family run business that delivers high quality, sustainably-sourced Wild-Caught Seafood right to your door. Get $15 off your first box of premium seafood when you visit WildAlaskanCompany.com/MAJORITY54Upstart knows you're more than just your credit score. Unlike other lenders, Upstart considers your income and current employment to find you a smarter rate for your loan. Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today when you go to UPSTART.com/MAJORITY54Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle.Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch and Edie Allard. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on TwitterJason on TwitterJason on InstagramRavi on TwitterRavi on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ravi and Jason are talking about anti-vax relatives, rising prices, fossil fuels in the infrastructure bill... and one message from a special someone. It's the mailbag episode you've been waiting for!Visit Simplisafe.com/majority54 to customize your own home security system, and start protecting your home and family.Visit athleticgreens.com/MAJORITY to try the comprehensive supplement that's fueling Majority 54. You'll get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase if you visit our link today.Allform is here to help you customize your dream sofa at a fraction of the cost. Check out Allform.com/Majority54. Allform is offering 20% off all orders for our listeners!Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle.Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch and Edie Allard. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on TwitterJason on TwitterJason on InstagramRavi on TwitterRavi on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

After assessing what's happening on the ground in Afghanistan, Jason and Ravi are joined by former NYC Sanitation Commissioner and runner up in the recent Mayoral race, Kathryn Garcia. Together, they discuss the challenges facing American cities and what resonates with urban voters. Today's episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. BetterHelp is secure counseling done online at lower costs than traditional therapy. As a listener, you'll get 10% off your first month by visiting BetterHelp.com/M54. Join over 1 million people who have taken charge of their mental health and start living a happier, healthier life today at BetterHelp.com/M54. Jason and Ravi can't get enough  fo SuperBeets Heart Chews. Support your heart health and hear what all the fuss is about at SuperBeets.com/54. When you buy two bags, they'll throw in a third for free! SuperBeets.com/54Candid can help you get the straighter, brighter smile you've always wanted. Right now, you can save $75 on your Candid starter kit when you get started from home. Or you can book an appointment at a Candid studio near you today. Go to CandidCO.com/majority54 and use code majority54. If you want to brush up on a foreign language, or learn a new one altogether, Babbel has you covered. When you purchase a 3-month Babbel subscription, you'll get an additional 3 months for free. That's s6 months for the price of 3. Just go to Babbel.com and use promo code MAJORITY54. Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle.Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch and Edie Allard. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on TwitterJason on TwitterJason on InstagramRavi on TwitterRavi on InstagramKathryn Garcia on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Ben Rhodes, former Obama White House staffer and co-host of Pod Save the World, joins the show to help illuminate everything that went wrong in Afghanistan -- past and present. What needs to happen next, and how should we reflect on the war?Helix is offering up to 200 dollars off all mattress orders and two free pillows for Majority 54 listeners at HelixSleep.com/Majority54Visit athleticgreens.com/MAJORITY to try the comprehensive supplement that's fueling Majority 54. You'll get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase if you visit our link today.Cooking quality seafood at home doesn't have to be scary! In fact, it's easy with Wild Alaskan Company. Wild Alaskan Company is a family run business that delivers high quality, sustainably-sourced Wild-Caught Seafood right to your door. Get $15 off your first box of premium seafood when you visit WildAlaskanCompany.com/MAJORITY54Upstart knows you're more than just your credit score. Unlike other lenders, Upstart considers your income and current employment to find you a smarter rate for your loan. Find out how Upstart can lower your monthly payments today when you go to UPSTART.com/MAJORITY54Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle.Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch and Edie Allard. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on TwitterJason on TwitterJason on InstagramRavi on TwitterRavi on InstagramBen on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

By 2040, it's estimated that 70% of America's population will be in just 15 states, meaning the Senate will be even more disproportionately representative of rural states.  J.D. Scholten, Executive Director of RuralVote.org, joins to discuss how Democrats can win over this crucial demographic. Allform is here to help you customize your dream sofa at a fraction of the cost. Check out Allform.com/Majority54. Allform is offering 20% off all orders for our listeners!You deserve to feel happier, and Headspace is meditation made simple. Go to Headspace.com/M54 for a free one-month trial with access to  Headspace’s full library of meditations for every situation.This episode of Majority 54 is brought to you by BetterHelp. Betterhelp is not self-help, it’s not a crisis line, it’s professional counseling done securely online. Join over the one million people who are taking charge of their mental health by using BetterHelp. Enjoy 10% off your first month  when you go to BetterHelp.com/M54. Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle.Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch and Edie Allard. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on TwitterJason on TwitterJason on InstagramRavi on TwitterRavi on InstagramJ.D. Scholten on Twitter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

A new report claims Gov. Andrew Cuomo sexually harassed 11 women. Now, Democrats across the country are calling for his impeachment. What does this mean for the country at large?We want to hear from you! Email us at M54@wondermedianetwork.com or leave us a voicemail by calling 508-687-2589 and you could have your voice on the show. Babbel is the #1 selling language learning app. Get 6 months of Babbel for the price of 3 when you visit babbel.com and use the code MAJORITY54.Visit Simplisafe.com/majority54 to customize your own home security system, and start protecting your home and family.Visit athleticgreens.com/MAJORITY to try the comprehensive supplement that's fueling Majority 54. You'll get a FREE 1 year supply of Vitamin D AND 5 free travel packs with your first purchase if you visit our link today.It's time to switch from cigarettes to a cleaner alternative. Go to Lucy.co and use promo code MAJORITY54 to get 20% off all products on your first order, including gum or lozenges!Jason is back with a new season and a new co-host, Ravi Gupta. Each week, they'll tackle our most pressing issues, giving you the tools necessary to successfully have conversations across the aisle.Majority54 is a Wonder Media Network production. It's produced by Grace Lynch and Edie Allard. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on TwitterJason on TwitterJason on InstagramRavi on TwitterRavi on Instagram Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices