The Phrase That Won’t Die: “We’re a Republic, Not a Democracy"
In this thought-provoking episode of American Angst 101, Michael Bailey and his longtime friend and fellow political scientist Dr. Steven Taylor join forces to examine the phrase “We’re a republic, no...
23 Heinä 20251h 2min
Why July 4th? The Truest Meaning of Independence Day
In this episode of American Angst 101, political historian and resident expert Michael Bailey takes center stage to explore a deceptively simple question: why do we celebrate Independence Day on July ...
4 Heinä 202553min
No Kings, New Terrain? Is Today's Political Climate Unprecedented?
Political scientist Michael Bailey brings his deep knowledge, sharp wit, and characteristic humility to this episode of American Angst 101, hosted by sociologist Dale McConkey. Launching from the mass...
18 Kesä 202556min
Truth Decay, Part 2: Democracy as Pro Wrestling
In this second episode of American Angst 101, political philosopher Dr. Michael Bailey and host Dale McConkey continue their dig into the nature of political truth in the age of Trump—and what it mean...
6 Kesä 202546min
Truth Decay: Our Inaugural Angst
Political philosopher Michael Bailey has spent years thinking carefully about American democracy—its roots, its ideals, and its increasingly shaky relationship to truth. In American Angst 101, he sits...
31 Touko 20251h 14min
