Centered From Reality

Alex Kopytko is a ”radical centrist” that wants to understand the extremes. He has worked in politics and has studied public policy and political science. Alex argues that centrism is less about being a contrarian, it is about being able to change your mind and embrace an openness to new ideas. He is concerned about where the United States is headed and through conversations with people from all sides of the political spectrum, he wants to know how Americans can limit the tribalism that is flourishing. As someone that dances along the center-right of the political spectrum, Alex thinks the country needs to come together and talk to one another before it could be too late. This podcast covers domestic politics, as well as political philosophy, and international issues.

Centered From Reality is a news podcast hosted by centeredfromreality, with 100 episodes on record and a Required Pod Score of 80.

centeredfromreality hosts Centered From Reality, a news show with 100 episodes published.

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  Episode #876

  Making America Tacky Again (with Cole Costello)

  Oct 4, 202640 min

  In this bonus, Alex hosts Cole Costello for a wide-ranging conversation about Donald Trump’s architectural ambitions, the historical parallels to authoritarian leaders, and the growing use of “national security” as a justification for political actions. They discuss the potential long-term political consequences of the Trump era, the future of the Republican Party, and whether the country will ultimately reckon with or attempt to forget this period. The conversation also shifts into Montana politics, college football rivalries, and the role of alcohol in sports stadiums.

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  Episode #875

  Drowning in Atlantis (with Martin Benes & Cole Costello)

  Oct 4, 202641 min

  Alex brings together sports history correspondent Martin Benes and culture and history correspondent Cole Costello for a wide-ranging conversation about race, history, conspiracy theories, and how modern society interprets the past. The guests explore the enduring fascination with Atlantis, the racial assumptions behind ancient-civilization theories, and the evolution of race as a social construct, while also discussing how historical translations and modern adaptations—from The Odyssey to Christopher Nolan’s film—reflect the eras in which they are produced. The conversation then turns to AI, its impact on how students process information and write, and the broader question of what people are doing with the time technology supposedly saves them, ending on a humorous discussion of gambling, sports betting, and contemporary culture.

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  Episode #874

  How to Catch a Radical (with Cole Costello)

  Oct 3, 202639 min

  Alex is joined by guest and history correspondent Cole Costello for a wide-ranging conversation spanning history, true crime, politics, and pop culture. They discuss the ethics of To Catch a Predator and its new Robert Pattinson adaptation, debating the line between exposing criminal behavior and creating entertainment around it, before turning to Ed Sheeran, Macklemore, Robert Kraft, and political expression in the music industry. Alex also explores his fascination with Che Guevara, examining how a highly educated young progressive motivated by inequality and poverty could become radicalized through his experiences and ultimately embrace political violence—and what that transformation might reveal about how broken systems and ideological certainty can produce extremism.

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  Episode #873

  Fandom and Its Discontents (with Cole Costello)

  Sep 29, 202644 min

  Alex speaks with Cole Costello, the show’s history correspondent, about sports culture and the changing landscape of college football. They discuss classless fan behavior, a controversial hit during the USC–Oregon game, the globalization of American football, and how they would restructure the NCAA, including conference realignment, TV deals, the transfer portal, and the FCS-to-FBS transition. Cole Costello is a history correspondent and sports enthusiast who frequently joins Alex to discuss sports, history, culture, and politics.

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  Episode #872

  Paywalls, Pink Hair & the ‘Woke’ Odyssey

  Sep 26, 202631 min

  Alex discusses the increasing use of paywalls by major news organizations such as CNN, BBC, and Reuters, arguing that basic news information should remain accessible while readers can pay for deeper analysis and opinion. He also reflects on how his pink hair has revealed different reactions and biases in people around him. Finally, Alex discusses Christopher Nolan’s The Odyssey and critiques translator Emily Wilson’s negative assessment of the film, focusing on differing interpretations of the ancient story, its characters, and themes.

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