The Nova Society
Answering listener questions about items in the news and the social/political issues facing today's society. Our goal it to inform your world with unbiased commentary from a critical and analytical perspective. We provide in-depth conversations about current events and the issues that confront our society and have a little fun in the process. We firmly believe that facts do matter and that the greatest threat to civilization is misinformation and disinformation.
Episodes
481 episodes
Mail in Ballots and Machine Politics: Trump's Executive Order Gambit S4E170 08.29.2025
Today, our question is from Ron, who lives in Richmond, VA. Ron asks, "Trump is pushing to ban mail-in voting and machines." Is this a policy move or a political signal? Could free and fair elections be held without these two elements? What mig...
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Episode 170
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Starvation as Strategy: Amnesty’s Accusation Against Israel S4E169 08.28.2025
Today, we continue answering great questions from our listeners. It's from Rory, who lives in Houston, Texas, and Rory asks Amnesty International is claiming that Israel is using starvation as a weapon in Gaza. Does the panel think this is a le...
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Episode 169
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the Smithsonian Controversy: Who gets to decide what history gets told? S4E168 08.27.2025
Today, we again answer a listener's email. From Richard, who lives in Watertown, NY and Richard asks, Trump is escalating his attacks on the Smithsonian Institute museums, saying there is too much focus on slavery and “how bad slavery was”. Why...
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Episode 168
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The Redistricting Wars S4E167 08.26.2025
Today, we answer another listener's email. From Torri, who lives in Tacoma, Washington, Torri asks, Demonstrations have erupted over Trump’s redistricting push. Texas Republicans are pushing mid-cycle redistricting while California Democr...
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Episode 167
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15:54
the Politics of Late Night Comedy S4E166 08.25.2025
Today, we again answer a listener's email. From Samuel, who lives in Roanoke, VA, Samuel asks, recently Jay Leno criticized politicized comedy, and John Oliver fired back. What should satire’s role be in democracy, audience polarization, and me...
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Episode 166
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Air Canada Strike: Labor Rights in Turbulent Skies and Real ID's S4E165 08.22.2025
Today, we answer an email from Canada, from Mandy, who lives in Toronto, Canada, and Mandy asks, Over 10,000 flight attendants went on strike, grounding hundreds of flights. What does this strike reveal about working conditions, union power,...
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Episode 165
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Is the Trump–Putin–Zelensky Triangle Diplomacy or Drama? S4E164 08.21.2025
Today, we answer a listener's email from Tom, who lives in Vancouver, BC, and Tom asks, President Trump hosted Ukrainian President Zelensky and hinted at a potential peace deal with Russia, while Putin remains resistant. Is this a genuine peace...
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Episode 164
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26:49
Should Israel take over Gaza? S4E163 08.20.2025
Today, we discussed the idea floated by Israel that they should take over Gaza City.
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Episode 163
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34:59
The Bureau of Labor Standards and the FED S4E162 08.19.2025
Today, we are discussing the changes at the Bureau of Labor Standards and potential changes at the FED
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Episode 162
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The takeover of DC S4E161 08.18.2025
Today we are discussing the recent deployment of National Guard and FBI agents in the nation's capital.
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Episode 161
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The Trump/Putin Summit S4E160 08.15.2025
Today, we discuss the upcoming Trump/Putin Summit in Alaska.
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Episode 160
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Should the Mets fire their manager? S4E159 08.14.2025
Today, Scott and I talk about the recent problems with the Mets and consider if the Mets should fire their manager.
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Episode 159
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Are We Witnessing the Decline of American Global Influence or Its Recalibration? S4E158 08.13.2025
Today, a listener asks Are We Witnessing the Decline of American Global Influence or Its Recalibration? How do domestic issues like political gridlock and social unrest affect foreign policy credibility? Is the U.S. still seen as a ...
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Episode 158
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20:35
, Is the Criminal Justice System Capable of Reform or Is It Fundamentally Broken? S4E157 08.12.2025
Today, a listener asks Is the Criminal Justice System Capable of Reform or Is It Fundamentally Broken? What does meaningful reform look like beyond slogans like “defund” or “reform”? How do economic and racial disparities mani...
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Episode 157
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Has Social Media Become the New Public Square or a Digital Echo Chamber? S4E156 08.11.2025
Today, a listener asks Has Social Media Become the New Public Square—or a Digital Echo Chamber? Are platforms like X (formerly Twitter), TikTok, and Threads enhancing or eroding democratic discourse? How do algorithms shape politica...
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Episode 156
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What Does “Electability” Really Mean and Who Gets to Define It? S4E155 08.08.2025
Today, a listener asks What Does 'Electability' Really Mean—and Who Gets to Define It? Is electability a coded term that reinforces systemic bias? How do race, gender, and class shape perceptions of political viability? Should voter...
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Episode 155
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Is Political Polarization a Symptom or a Strategy? S4E154 08.07.2025
Today a listener asks Is Political Polarization a Symptom or a Strategy? Are politicians and media outlets actively fueling division for strategic gain? How does polarization affect civic engagement and trust in institutions? Can bi...
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Episode 154
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32:00
Is the UK Recognition of Palestine helpful S4E153 08.06.2025
Today, a listener asks if the panel believes that the UK recognizing the Palestinian state is a helpful move for the conflict in the region.
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Episode 153
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27:56
Should funding to universities be dependent on adhering to the administration's political ideology? S4E152 08.05.2025
Today, a listener asks if university funding should be dependent on the school adhering to the current administration's political ideology.
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Episode 152
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Can the Us support Israel while supplying humanitarian aid to Gaza? S4E151 08.04.2025
Today, a listener asks if the US can support Israel while supplying humanitarian aid to the people of Gaza.
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Episode 151
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Is the US moving toward Economic Nationalism S4E150 08.01.2025
Today, a listener asks if the recent economic moves by Trump are a signal that America is moving toward economic nationalism.
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Episode 150
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Should Ghislaine Maxwell get immunity? S4E149 07.31.2025
Today, a listener asks if we think Congress should give Ghislaine Maxwell immunity for her testimony. Additionally, we are asked about our thoughts on the recent South Park Episode.
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Episode 149
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A trade deal with Japan. Are Trump's tariffs actually working? S4E148 07.30.2025
Today, a listener asks about a reported trade deal with Japan. Are Trump's tariffs actually working?
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Episode 148
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Is the Nova Society concerned about our future? S4E147 07.29.2025
Today, a listener asks the panel if they are concerned about their safety and the future of the podcast.
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Episode 147
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The humanitarian Crisis in Gaza S4E146 07.28.2025
Today, we answer a listener's question regarding the humanitarian crisis in Gaza. Scott and our guest, Jared, have differing views on the situation. Mark points out that to gain accountability, civil discourse is necessary.
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Episode 146
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