The Smart Politics Show: Recent Episodes
Karin Tamerius, Locke Peterseim
Political psychiatrist Karin Tamerius teaches progressives how to converse more persuasively with people we disagree with—at home, in our communities, and on the campaign trail.
On this episode we reviewed Karin’s conversation with Alan. What was the point of all that? What are the takeaways? What went well and what can she do better next time?
We also talked about the upcoming Smart Politics Campaign Bootcamp and what makes it special. To learn more go to our links page at https://linktr.ee/smartpolitics
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On this episode special guest Art Gillen told us about a project he and other progressives are working on to reach the massive conservative talk radio audience.
If you’re interested in getting involved contact Art at adg451@gmail.com.
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On this episode Karin has a wide-ranging casual chat with Alan, a Trump voter, to demonstrate the Smart Politics approach in action. Many topics were discussed, ranging from inflation to homelessness to antiracism education in schools.
Trigger warning: This episode contains material that will likely be upsetting for some people. If you’re a person of high privilege, we urge you to hang in there and work on raising your emotional tolerance so you can be a more powerful political communicator. If you’re a person from an historically marginalized community, please consider putting self-care first.
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The GOP is using strategic racism, transphobia, and homophobia to whip up their base and drive fearful swing voters to the Right. What can you do about it? Today we’ll discuss the right and wrong ways to talk about these issues with family and friends so you can neutralize the GOP offensive.
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On this episode we discussed how we balance the need to address urgent issues with the slow pace and long-term focus of the Smart Politics approach. Plus, we talked about how Smart Politics is like non-violent action and why protest isn’t always a productive way to make change.
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On this episode we talked about emotions and the Smart Politics approach to activism.
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This episode featured geologist, science journalist, and environmental dialogue expert, Karin Kirk. Karin answered questions about how we can be more effective communicators when discussing climate change and other issues with people who.disagree with us.
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Special guest Anthony Magnabosco, Executive Director of Street Epistemology International, will join us to discuss how to encourage folks to rethink their beliefs.
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We talk about how and why to talk with Republicans about the crisis in Ukraine.
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In this episode we talked with Dr. David Campt, a nationally renowned expert in intergroup dialogue and civic engagement, about how white liberals often go wrong with strident antiracist rhetoric and activism. He calls for more compassion, connection, and courage in our dialogues with racism skeptics.
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On this episode Dr. Tamerius gives Sara advice on talking with her Republican niece after she hung up on her for criticizing Trump.
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Dr. Karin Tamerius talks with Jenny about the pain and effects of social ostracism and talks with Jeffrey about encouraging scientific literacy with dialogue.
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Dr. Karin Tamerius talks with a concerned progressive about Smart Politics and a concerned libertarian about Biden’s “authoritarian” mandates.
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Introductory episode featuring conversations with Jeffrey (progressive), Todd (libertarian), and Jenny (Trump supporter).
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Three reasons you should listen to The Smart Politics Show.
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