The Nova Society
We answer listener questions about the stories shaping today’s headlines and the social and political issues influencing our world. Our mission is to inform with clear, unbiased commentary grounded in critical thinking and analytical depth. Through thoughtful, in‑depth conversations, we explore current events and the challenges facing society, while still making space to enjoy the discussion along the way. We believe facts matter, and that misinformation and disinformation pose some of the greatest risks to an informed and healthy civilization.
Episodes
614 episodes
Predictions from the IMF S5E48 04.24.2026
Today, we answer a question from Thomas from Las Vegas, Nevada, who writes, Of course, the economy is on everyone’s mind. The conflict in Iran is helping raise the price of almost everything. I’ve been following the IMF, and my questions stem f...
Could the Iran Conflict Expand and who really has the leverage? S5E47 04.22.2026
Today we hear from Joyce from Kansas City, Missouri, who writes: " It’s hard to decide what is truth and what is fiction coming out of the Iran conflict. But it seems almost all social media and news outlets are asking the same questions. How c...
Trump V the Pope S5E46 04.20.2026
A listener writes; I know Mark is Catholic. How does he and the panel see the fight Trump seems to have taken up with the Pope? What about that Jesus/Doctor post on Truth Social? I see in the news even his most MAGA of Morons are not happ...
Elections in Hungary S5E45 04.17.2026
Candace from Butte, Montana writes, Victor Orban’s party was elected out in what is being described as a landslide in Hungary. I think this is interesting for us here in the US since Trump has used the Orban playbook to move us toward a more au...
What's the Point with Eva Posner S5E44 04.15.2026
Today we had a lot of fun with our special guest Eva Posner. Eva is a sought-after podcast guest known for her insightful, direct, and often humorous takes on Democratic politics, campaigns, and ideology. She fearlessly pulls back t...
Iran Oil, War, and Credibility Part 2 S5E43 04.13.2026
Today we finish our conversation started on Friday. We try to make sense of the Iran war and Scott says the quiet part out loud.
Iran Oil, War, and Credibility S5E42 04.10.2026
Today, we begin a conversation attempting to make sense of recent events for many of our listeners. Today, we’re stepping into a week so packed with developments that it feels like the news cycle is running on fast‑forward.
Breaking the Chains of Party Politics with Metin Pekin S5E41 04.08.2026
Today, we welcome our guest, Metin Pekin, to the Nova Society. Metin introduces a compelling vision of politics without traditional political parties, one built on truly independent representatives whose only loyalty is to their constituents.
Iran, Oil, and Birthright Citizenship Part 2 S5E40 04.06.2026
Today, we conclude our conversation from last Friday as we discuss the Iran Conflict, Oil, innovation, the future of America's world influence, birthright citizenship, and Israel.
Iran, Oil, Birthright Citizenship and the mess we are in S5E39 04.03.2026
Today, we have 2 questions that we will be splitting up into 2 episodes. Tonya from Statesville, North Carolina writes: OK, it seems American and world politics get crazier and crazier by the day. Snowflake Hegseth is threatening to...
The dangers of Technology and AI with Dr. Peter Solomon S5E38 04.01.2026
Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Peter Solomon onto the Podcast. Dr. Peter Solomon is a scientist, educator, successful entrepreneur, and author. His current mis...
The philosophical Angle with Chris Angle S5E37 03.30.2026
Today, we welcome Chris Angle to the Podcast. Chris is a University of Michigan, graduate who studied in Japan Missionary - Japanese Language & Culture When matriculating at the University of Michigan, Chris discovered...
TSA, ICE in Airports, and Trump's Muller comments S5E36 03.27.2026
Today our question is from Troy from Pine Valley, California, who writes, ICE in airports? As if they weren’t bad enough out in the open! This just sounds like a disaster looking for a place to happen. I never thought I’d be defending the TSA, ...
What is really going on in Iran S5E35 03.25.2026
Today we field a question from Tina from Wildwood, New Jersey, writes: OK, I think I’m confused, and I’m not the only one. Please, if you have any insight, what is really the status of the War with Iran? Trump says we’ve won. Then we are making...
Ramon Perez The Digital Democracy Project S5E34 03.23.2026
Today, we welcome Ramon Perez to the podcast. Ramon is an expert on Artificial Intelligence, a former military officer, and Executive Director at the Digital Democracy Project (DDP). After years in both civic service and the tech sector, he’s m...
Are Republicans crashing and what can Democrats do to take advantage S5E33 03.20.2026
Today, our question comes from Jordan from Houston, Texas, who writes, I don’t know if this is wishful thinking or an actual collapse of the Trump hold is starting to happen. First MTG turned on Trump and resigned from Congress. The back and fo...
Trump asks the world for help S5E32 03.18.2026
Today, our question is from Laura from Kingston, Ontario, Canada, who writes: The reporting regarding the US war in Iran is confusing. Trump says it’s already been won, Iran’s military capabilities are destroyed, and pretty much mission accompl...
Will the Iranian War end soon? S5E31 03.16.2026
Today, our question is from Richard from Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania, who writes, So Trump says the war in Iran will end soon. I believe he is feeling the heat. This wasn’t as easy as he thought, go figure. Iran has selected the former ayato...
Is there a plan in Iran? S5E30 03.13.2026
Today, we hear from Stan from Roanoke, Virginia, who writes: I am a 27-year veteran of the US Navy, and for the first time in my life, I felt ashamed of my beloved branch of service. The war in Iran is becoming increasingly concerning as the da...
Money an Fairness with Paul Musson S5E29 03.11.2026
Today, we welcome Paul Musson — a former investment manager turned author and economic communicator. Paul brings a rare blend of deep industry experience and down‑to‑earth language, empowering listeners to take control of their financial lives ...
The War in Iran S5E28 03.09.2026
Today, we continue our conversation on the War in Iran.
The Iran War S5E27 03.06.2026
Today we are discussing the Iran war. Why now? Are we prepared? Did Israel force our hand? And how are some Americans viewing this conflict?
Breaking the Red Wall with Adrianne Marsh of Altum-Insight S5E26 03.04.2026
Today, we welcome our guest, Adrianne Marsh, the CO of Altum-Insight, a research group studying the electorate from a fascinating perspective. Her team helps candidates and organizations translate research into compelling narratives and effecti...
Trump's SCOTUS Tariff loss and the SOTU S5E25 03.02.2026
Today, we hear from Brandon from Boston, Massachusetts, who writes, The SCOTUS struck down the tariffs that Trump unilaterally imposed on many of our foreign trading partners. He held a press conference where he derided the Justices, even 2 tha...
Should DHS be defunded? S5E24 02.27.2026
Today we have a question from Frank from Virginia, who writes I’ve heard both Mark and Scott say that the Department of Homeland Security shouldn’t exist, and I’ve also heard the broader call from others to 'defund DHS.” That phrase in par...