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Topic: Political polarization

Political polarization refers to the increasing division and lack of common ground between different political factions or ideologies within a society.

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The podcast episodes provided reflect the pervasive issue of political polarization in the United States, with many discussing the increasing divide between the left and right, the challenges of bridging this divide, and the impact of polarization on democratic institutions, elections, and public discourse.

Several episodes explore the factors contributing to polarization, such as the role of media narratives, the influence of social media, the rise of extreme political movements, and the breakdown of shared norms and values. Examples include The 'Gluten-Free Clam Pizza is the Best Pizza' Edition, American Democracy: Where it Started and How it's Going, and Post Debate Polls & WEF's Work Environment Allegations.

The episodes also examine the consequences of polarization, such as the erosion of trust in institutions, the difficulty of finding common ground on important issues, and the potential for political instability and conflict. This is reflected in episodes like Will France fall to the far right?, French election: Le Pen's far-right at the gates of power, and Ken Buck Explains MAGA'S Control Over the GOP.

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