“I have historically always enjoyed this Podcast because I felt the hosts were knowledgeable, fair and thoughtful in their analysis of the topics being discussed. When they announced they were changing hosts, I was hesitant on how it might change the discussion. The most recent Podcast discussion with Frank Luntz and subsequent commentary was cringeworthy and hard to listen to. As a Canadian, I don’t have a voice in US elections but I recognize the impact US politics has on the world. Amanda’s disgust for Frank’s history in Republican politics was sizeable and while I can understand her opinion I don’t agree with how she conducted herself. I think it’s important to voice our opinions and feelings but being combative shuts down the conversation. When people we feel attacked it’s our natural instinct to be defensive and point the finger. Neither side is perfect and it was naive to expect an apology from Frank. Also would it have been all that constructive? Sure, you might have felt better but it wouldn’t fix the current divide that the US, and in turn the world, is facing. I would like to see more objective conversations in the future. That was the best part of listening to this podcast with its original hosts.”
sarahkmb via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
04/29/21