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The Progress Network with Zachary Karabell and Emma Varvaloucas
What Could Go Right?
What if instead of being on the brink of disaster, we’re on the cusp of a better world? No one can deny the challenges the world faces, from pandemics to climate change to authoritarianism. But pessimism and despair are too easy a response. Each week, Progress Network Founder Zachary Karabell and Executive Director Emma Varvaloucas convene a diverse panel of experts to discuss the central issues of our era, including sustainability, polarization, work, and the economy, and make the case for a brighter future. They emerge from their conversations with a counterintuitive but informed take:...
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Ratings & Reviews
4.2 stars from 69 ratings
We all need this hopeful outlook
May Emma and Zachary’s efforts ripple out across the population and make this world a better place
tlrPNW via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 10/16/24
Fake podcast
I was intrigued by the title, thinking it is a positive podcast that would be void of political content. I could not be more weong and more misled. The TDS emerged sooner than expected in topics not related to politics at all, and the duo could not hide their left wing talking points with...Read full review »
Simon C72 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 09/09/24
I was interested until…
I was interested in a fresh perspective until the implicit bias of the show reared its ugly head with language like “right-wing propaganda” in the episode discussing the rise of the Democrat’s historically unpopular but recently coronated Marxist candidate, Kamala Harris. If your aim is to be...Read full review »
ThaneKrios via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 08/28/24
Recent Episodes
In this Progress Report, Zachary and Emma reflect on the recent election results, discussing the implications of Donald Trump's potential second term and the broader political landscape in the U.S. They emphasize the importance of moving beyond outrage and focusing on constructive governance...
Published 11/06/24
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Published 11/06/24
Published 11/06/24
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