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The Perspectrum brings humor and understanding to political news and philosophy. The hosts have been producing content of various types together for nearly a decade, and now they are bringing a progre... more
FAQs about The Perspectrum:How many episodes does The Perspectrum have?The podcast currently has 196 episodes available.
October 29, 2022Other Countries Besides America ExistThis week Michael and Nathan do a final breakdown of the midterms. Then they explain why Liz Truss in the UK was the shortest serving Prime Minister in British history. Finally they discuss the strange tendency for people in the US to think we have nothing to learn from other countries....more1h 16minPlay
October 22, 2022From Oil To Drugs, We’ve Got A Better WayThis week the team delves into OPECs oil cuts and it's global, economic, and political implications. Then they dive into the confusing world of Pharma innovation to figure out where it really comes from. Ultimately though, can regulation do more to incentivize a better way for all of us?...more1h 15minPlay
October 14, 2022Weeding Out The War On DrugsThis week, Michael and Nathan discuss Joe Biden's recent executive order expunging the records of people federally convicted of simple Marijuana possession. Then they discuss the protests happening in Iran. Finally they have a talk abut the virtues of incorporating more direct democratic measures. ...more1h 18minPlay
October 08, 2022Uphill Progress (Guest Interview: Jennifer Lewis)This week, Michael and Nathan discuss Ukraine and GOP Republican's "Pledge to America". Then they are joined by mental health worker and democratic candidate for Virginia's 6th district for the US house of representatives Jennifer Lewis to discuss her platform....more1h 56minPlay
September 30, 2022Martha’s VindicationThis week Nathan is joined by guest co-host Josh Greenfield to discuss Ron DeSantis' recent stunt sending migrants to Martha's Vineyard. Then they go over Virginia governor Glenn Youngkin's new policy on trans gender students. Finally Josh discusses his experience being in China during the Covid pandemic....more1h 30minPlay
September 09, 2022The Red Badge of BidenThis week, Michael and Nathan give their thoughts on Biden's "soul of America" speech. Then they break down the recent special election in Alaska and ranked choice voting. Finally they release some bonus content from "The Perspectrum After-hours" in which they discuss how to talk to people that disagree with you....more1h 28minPlay
September 02, 2022Bring On The Bad Arguments Against Forgiving Student LoansThis week, Michael and Nathan discuss terrible arguments that have been made against student loan forgiveness. Then they use the carried interest loophole as a case study of corruption in the US. Finally they discuss euthanasia in Canada....more1h 28minPlay
August 26, 2022You Can’t Trump A Search WarrantThis week Michael and Nathan discuss the FBI raid of Mar-A-Lago, the recent decision by the Biden administration on student loan forgiveness, and the relationship between capitalism and scarcity....more1h 36minPlay
August 12, 2022The Inflation Reduction Act And The MidtermsThis week Michael and Nathan discuss how the Inflation Reduction Act is likely to impact the midterms. Then they evaluate a strategy of Democrats trying to elevate far right candidates. Finally they have a discussion about the importance of making sure that intuitive arguments are also informed....more1h 22minPlay
August 06, 2022Good News For OnceThis week might be Michael and Nathan's most positive episode yet. They discuss the passage of the PACT act. Then they breakdown the climate change proposal. Finally, they end by talking about the use of shame in activism....more1h 26minPlay
FAQs about The Perspectrum:How many episodes does The Perspectrum have?The podcast currently has 196 episodes available.