Politics may be dismal, but the ideas that swirl around it and shape it are fascinating. This is a show that looks not just at politics, but the deeper ideas from history, science, psychology, economics, and technology that are shaping our world. We feature smart, lively, upbeat discussions with people who know what they're talking about and can help us understand the world better. Hosted by Matt Robison: writer, former senior congressional staffer, and campaign manager.
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America faces challenges. But we’ve also got smart people who spend every day coming up with great ideas for how to meet those challenges. That's what this show is all about. Washington's top policy experts from across the ideological spectrum – the people that our leaders listen to – explain how an issue or a policy works, and then share their newest, most innovative ideas for making it work better. No shouting. No crossfire. Just ideas. Great ideas. Excerpts available in collaboration with ...
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Welcome to Chief Evangelist, the podcast that unravels the unique and potent role of Chief Evangelists and the influential movement they lead. Hosted by Ethan Beute, each episode delves into the world of evangelism work, exploring its intricacies and shedding light on what success truly means in this space. From understanding why focusing on a problem is more impactful than a product, to the overlap and divergence with thought leadership, community building, category design, and traditional ...
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Matt and Treva from The Holman and Gamberetti's interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - October 20th, 2025
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12:11https://theholmanhotel.com/ 195 Commercial St SE, Salem, OR 97301 (971) 900-5560 https://www.gamberettis.com/By Amanda Smith
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***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** Things got even more absurd in Donald Trump's Washington this week: leaked Nazi-loving group texts, an unending government shutdown, and an insane decision to fire most of the people who guard our nation's nuclear stockpile. Joined by guest Andrew Heaton of The Politi…
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Eric from Brooks Hardware interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison
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Courtney with the Oregon Coast Aquarium interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - October 16th, 2025
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Tim Fitzpatrick from Fitzpatrick Painting and Construction interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - October 15th, 2025
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12:09https://www.fitzpatrickpainting.com/ 37949 Century Dr NE, Albany, OR 97322 (541) 967-8900By Amanda Smith
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Betsy Vega For Salem interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - October 14th, 2025
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What AI is Doing to Politics is Way Wilder Than You Imagined
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47:05***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** This isn't just another breathless AI conversation. Cybersecurity expert Bruce Schneier joins host Matt Robison to discuss the truly transformative things that are not just on the horizon, but actually starting to happen today, as artificial intelligence bleeds into p…
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Are Growing Republican Problems Creating An Opening?
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1:01:50***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** Is the Clock Ticking for Trump? Analyzing Political Dynamics with Fred Wellman. Former Lincoln Project Executive Director Fred Wellman joins to explore whether the walls are closing in on Donald Trump and his Republican allies as various pressures--including economic …
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Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - October 14th, 2025
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Keith from Hiddenbed of Oregon interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - October 10th, 2025
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12:14https://www.hiddenbedoforegon.com 4993 Brooklake Rd NE, Brooks, OR 97305 (503) 874-6109By Amanda Smith
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Jim from Hobbs Painting interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - October 9th, 2025
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Marilyn from Center 50+ interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - October 8th, 2025
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Why Hegseth's Insane Speech Last Week Was Actually Great
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25:50***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/***Revealing the Reality: Analyzing Trump's Unhinged Militarization On Tuesday this week, Matt was a guest on the morning show hosted by the legendary radio host Howard Monroe, and he threw Howard bit of a curve ball. Howard asked about the unhinged performances from Secr…
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What's Happening Inside the #1 Bellwether Election in America?
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37:48***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** The one election race that gives the most insight into the state of politics in America right now is the campaign for Bucks County District Attorney in Pennsylvania. Bucks County is the true swingiest of swing counties in one of the few--and biggest--swing states in …
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Legal Superstar Glenn Kirschner: Three Reasons I'm Now Optimistic About Trump Floundering
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Dino Venti from Venti's Café interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - October 7th, 2025
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Dr. Sayta from Salem Keizer School Board interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - October 6th, 2025
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Diane from Wavra Farms Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - October 3rd, 2025
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Shutdown, Corruption, and Campaign Cash: What They Have in Common
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58:10***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** With a shutdown looming, Democrats are in a desperate fight to make a stand against President Donald Trump's attack on the rule of law, not to mention his perceived political enemies, universities, law firms, science, and our health. Stanford political scientist and p…
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Jeff and Maryellen Walters from Salvation Army Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 30th, 2025
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Jonh and Nancy from Engelberg Antiks Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 29th, 2025
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Hope Crump from Crump Insurance Agency Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 26th, 2025
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Kyle and Cory with New Oregon Forestry Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 25th, 2025
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Josh from Insight Northwest Recovery Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 24th, 2025
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12:07https://www.insightrecovery.com/ 2525 12th St SE #240, Salem, OR 97302 (541) 203-0539By Amanda Smith
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Republican Political Consultant: Trump Is Not a Republican Anymore
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53:39***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** Matt Robison hits his conservative Republican friend Matt Wylie with the toughest question for Republicans right now: when is all of this too much? When do you have to start fighting your own party? Wylie's answer was... surprising. They also address the erosion of ri…
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Is the Trump Crisis Masking a Hidden Opportunity?
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58:28***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** Is the Backlash the Beginning? Matt Robison is joined by author Greg Olear to discuss how blatant corruption and abuses of power by Donald Trump might be opening the door to the rise of a more focused opposition. From manipulating law enforcement to target his enemies…
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Matthew Lind from OlsenDaines Law Firm Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 23rd, 2025
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12:10Matthew Lind | Lead Injury Attorney | OlsenDaines Phone 503-485-8108 | Fax 503-362-1375 "You have questions, we have answers. We can help."By Amanda Smith
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Jonh and Nancy from Engelberg Antiks Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 22nd, 2025
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Courtney with the Oregon Coast Aquarium Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 19th, 2025
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Darcie with All Breed Dog Boarding Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 18th, 2025
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Tom Hoffert - CEO of Salem Area Chamber of Commerce Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 17th, 2025
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The Trump Administration Just Crossed a Red Line
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29:25***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/***Beyond Politics: The Rapid Shifts in Trump's AmericaMatt Robison discusses the swift changes in the political landscape, focusing on Trump's increasing authoritarianism and its implications. Taken from Matt's recent interview on Howard Monroe's radio show, where they d…
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***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** Navigating the Kirk Crackdown: Democracy, Protests, and Vengeance. The Kirk crackdown has started. The shock and outrage that President Donald Trump and his orbit felt after the killing of Charlie Kirk has transformed into an all-out attack on political opponents, med…
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Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 16th, 2025
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Sean Keene with The Reger Group Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 15th, 2025
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Stan Butterfield with Stan Butterfield PC Attorney at Law Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 12th, 2025
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Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 10th, 2025
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Supreme Court Faces Critical Test: Will Our One Last Firewall Hold?
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56:22**Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** The Judicial Branch Is Our Last Line of Defense Against Trump. Is It Holding?Join Matt Robison and legal expert Kim Wehle as they explore the judiciary's role in countering the unprecedented consolidation of power and abuse of the law by the Trump administration. Amid …
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Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 9th, 2025
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Reed with N & S Tractor Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 8th, 2025
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Mike with Mike Bellinger Automotive Inc. interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 5th, 2025
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12:03https://bellingertire.com/ 1395 State St, Salem, OR 97301 (503) 399-1198By Amanda Smith
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Jon from The Physical Therapy Project interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 4th, 2025
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Dustin from Gem Equipment Interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 3rd , 2025
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Trump's Health Decline Overshadows Foreign Policy Failures
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Ali with the Wildlife Safari interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 2nd, 2025
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Craig with the Salem Paint Company interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - September 1st, 2025
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Dan from Spring Hill Golf Club interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison- August 29th, 2025
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Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - August 28th , 2025
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Jeff Reynolds with Home Fire Stove interview with Amanda Smith and Baron Robison - August 27th , 2025
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Is A Social Media Food Fight How To Win Back the Country?
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1:06:07***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** Is Gavin Newsom’s Trump-style social media trolling the future of political communications? Is the key to avoid 45 words that are on a new "no-no" list? Or is all of this worry about how we talk overblown? Matt is joined by Democratic media expert Valerie Martin.01:25…
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