The threats are constant, the rhetoric is toxic, and the violence is real. How did American political life descend into chaos?The Violent State (or your title) is a deep-dive into the alarming surge of political violence and extremism in the United States. We trace the crisis from its earliest roots—past the duels of the Founding Fathers and the Civil War—to its terrifying modern manifestations: the Capitol attack, threats against election workers, and the assassination attempts on public figures.

This podcast isn't just about what happened; it's about why it's happening, and what it means for the future of American democracy. Tune in to understand the most urgent crisis facing the nation.