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The Preamble Podcast

The world feels complicated. The Preamble Podcast is where it starts to make sense. This is where I help you make sense of complex issues. Along with my guests, I dive deep into the stories and ideas driving our future, bringing clarity and honesty to every headline. If you want real insight, bold conversation, and answers that matter, this podcast is your must-listen. Hit play, and join the movement that will shape history.

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Condoleezza Rice on Democracy, Patriotism, and Why She Still Has Hope

Former Secretary of State Condoleezza Rice still believes democracy is on the upswing. Plus, Sharon tells us what she thinks true patriotism looks like.

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Learning From Our Differences and the Antidote to Doomscrolling Anxiety

David McCullough III is sending American teenagers on a study abroad program — without leaving the country. Plus, author Katherine May on why our brains weren't built for doomscrolling, and the surprisingly simple antidote to the anxiety of our age.

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The Long History of Demonizing Immigrants: From the Great Depression to Today

What the Depression, the Bracero Program, and a shameful 1954 deportation campaign teach us about today — and what history says comes next.

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