Sharp political divisions have disconnected us from friends and family. Here’s how to find common ground again.
How We Can Reconcile With Each Other When Our Politics Are So Polarized Read More »
John Wood, Jr. interviews Shelby Steele on antiracism, blackness, and his documentary film “What Killed Michael Brown?”
Antiracism, Blackness and What Killed Michael Brown | Shelby Steele with John Wood, Jr. Read More »
Sharp political divisions have disconnected us from friends and family. Here’s how to find common ground again.
Ciaran and John reunite to talk about their journey through the 2020 election and the evolving work of Braver Angels.
Processing the 2020 Election | with Ciaran O’Connor and John Wood, Jr. Read More »
There is one thing on which The Karens really don’t agree: politics, and in particular, Donald Trump.
The Karens: Can Friendship Trump Politics? Read More »
Regardless of political affiliation, we all know much is at stake: our future well-being, our prosperity, and our transcendent values about what America stands for.
From a Faith Perspective: Managing post-election anger Read More »
Just before the pandemic lockdowns, David Rowell and Bruce France were spurred by their religious beliefs to found a Braver Angels chapter in the Capital Region.
Braver Angels learn to cross political, religious divides Read More »
John, Greg, Alma and Stacia trade stories and perspectives on the unity movement that is growing in America.
Envisioning Unity: John Wood, Jr. with Alma Cook, Greg Steinbrecher and Stacia Wilson Read More »
Mike and Chris challenge each other on President Trump. But do they think people like them can get along after the election?
To Trump or Not to Trump | Chris Paul & Mike Casentini with John Wood, Jr. Read More »
Ames Braver Angels group seeks to build understanding between political groups
What a Democracy is All About Read More »
A family therapist has the tools for you and your loved ones to survive the next few weeks
How to Talk Politics Without Wrecking Relationships Read More »
Thomas and John compare their experiences as biracial Black men growing up in America and confront questions about the meaning of Blackness
Race, Antiracism and Growing up Biracial | Thomas Chatterton Williams and John Wood, Jr. Read More »
David French joins the podcast to talk about his new book “Divided We Fall,” why polarization has America on the path to civil war, and how we can prevent it.
David French on How to Prevent a Civil War Read More »
There’s no acting in this conversation. Roxanne and Lydia get real on politics and Hollywood in this gripping back and forth.
Politics and Hollywood | Roxanne Hoge meets Lydia Cornell (with John Wood, Jr.) Read More »
Luke and Silas discuss the origins and development of pro-Trump intellectual movements on the right with Daniel McCarthy, editor of Modern Age.
Greta Van Susteren weighs in on media bias and overviews a remarkable career in broadcast journalism.
The Accidental Anchor | Greta Van Susteren with Ciaran O’Connor & John Wood, Jr. Read More »
Is Cancel Culture a threat to free speech? Or is it a way ducking accountability for hateful messages? Braver Angels holds the debate.
How do we defend free speech while pursuing social change? Heather and April dive deep and defying political stereotypes in all directions.
Feminism, Free Speech & Thinking Freely | Heather Heying with April Lawson Read More »
Carol Swain challenges stereotypes and assumptions in this Braver Angels Podcast.
Kira and Dominique are powerful voices from the left & right. Can they find common ground on politics & Black America
Bridging Black Perspectives | Dominique DiPrima meets Kira Davis with John Wood, Jr. Read More »
The philosophy of Nonviolence touched the conscience of America. Why have we forgotten it?
Understanding Nonviolence | Harry Boyte, Damien Conners, April Lawson & John Wood, Jr. Read More »
There is a movement underway to depolarize America. It is bigger than just Braver Angels…
The Braver Angels Songwriting Contest is over! We have the winners…
“And the Winner Is!” Announcing the Braver Angels Songwriting Contest Winners Read More »
What is the future of Black America?
Ayishat and John compare notes on the projects of empathy building across the divides in both Britain and America.
Empathy in Black & White from the U.S. to the U.K. | Ayishat Akanbi & John Wood, Jr. Read More »
This song tells the story of Daryl Davis, the Black man whose friendship led many to leave the Ku Klux Klan.
What is the World Comin’ To? By Kevin Kelso Read More »
Secularism is rising. But is America more religions than ever before?
What is the role of the church in addressing the racial divide?
America’s Public Forum: Can Christians Heal the Racial Divide Read More »
Glenn Loury and John Wood, Jr. square off over depolarization and the wisdom of the work of Braver Angels.
Braver Angels | Glenn Loury and John Wood, Jr. (The Glenn Show) Read More »
