Hosted by Tina Johnson · 🇺🇸 US · EN-US · 34 episodes
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In a time when misinformation spreads like wildfire and populist movements are gaining momentum globally, it’s easy to feel disheartened. But Let’s Talk Democracy is here to remind us that democracy isn’t something we can afford to take for granted. It’s something we need to fight for, nurture, and protect. This podcast is a small but significant part of that fight—helping to cultivate hope, share knowledge, and inspire action.At its core, Let’s Talk Democracy is a reminder that even in the darkest times, there’s always room for dialogue, reflection, and change. And that, in itself, is an act of democracy.Let’s Talk Democracy will be in conversation with a wide variety of people whose efforts and ideas can move us toward a stronger democracy. It's important to be in dialogue with individuals who represent the diverse range of ideas that are permissible within a democracy. By engaging with these voices—whether they come from experts, activists, community leaders, or everyday citizens—
Tina Johnson hosts Let's Talk Democracy, a news show with 34 episodes published.
If you’ve been scrolling through your feeds lately, you’ve probably felt it—that heavy, unmistakable sense of emotional whiplash. One minute you're watching international unrest flare up, and the next you're reading abou
What if democracy isn’t failing because people disagree — but because we’ve forgotten how to engage with one another? In this episode of Let’s Talk Democracy , host Tina interviews Dr. Alice Siu, Associate Director of th
Let´s Talk Democracy revisits a conversation from its archive on Iran. A conversation that is not only timely, but essential. Host, Tian Johnson and Zolal Habibi, a member of the Foreign Affairs Committee of the National
In this episode of Let’s Talk Democracy , host Tina Johnson explores the meaning of mutual aid and how it is reshaping our understanding of democracy, care, and collective power in practice. Tina is joined by Vjolla Emir
What does democracy actually look like when you’re inside it? In this episode, we move beyond theory and explore how democratic systems function in real life—through participation, decision-making, and everyday interacti
This week on Let’s Talk Democracy host, Tina Johnson delivers a concise, reflection on what democracy really requires: presence, effort, and human participation. While social media and technology shape how we engage, the
In this episode of Let’s Talk Democracy , host Tina Johnson speaks with Ramon Perez, founder of the Digital Democracy Project, about the future of digital democracy and civic engagement. How can mobile voting, blockchain
What happens to democracy when social media becomes the public square? In this episode of Let’s Talk Democracy , host Tina Johnson speaks with technologist and civic activist Daniel Bingham about how platforms like Faceb
Social media was once celebrated as a tool for connection — but today, it often divides us, amplifying outrage and eroding public trust. In this episode of Let’s Talk Democracy , I speak with Paul Bonifacio , a French te
How does social media affect democracy? Are digital platforms promoting informed debate—or fueling polarization and conflict? In this episode of Let’s Talk Democracy , host Tina Johnson and Lisa Schirch, Professor of Pea
It’s only January — and the world already feels heavy. In the Season 3 premiere of Let’s Talk Democracy , Tina Johnson reflects on global unrest, domestic protests, and the emotional whiplash of watching democracy tested
In the Season 2 finale of Let’s Talk Democracy , host Tina Johnson responds to listener questions that capture the season’s central themes: fear, participation, trust, and the future of democracy. While acknowledging con
In this episode of Let’s Talk Democracy , host Tina Johnson speaks with Farzana Elhem Kochai , former Member of Parliament in Afghanistan’s House of Representatives ( Wolesi Jirga ). Farzana reflects on her journey into
Host Tina Johnson explores how authoritarian populism and the “crisis of perception” are challenging democracies around the world — from Hungary to Brazil to the U.S. She breaks down how fear and misinformation can under
In today’s episode, host Tina Johnson is joined by pollster Doug Kaplan to unpack the complicated—and sometimes controversial—role that polling plays in American democracy. Together, we dive into how polls both reflect a
How fear, media, and false prophets are reshaping democracy—and how hope can fight back. Host Tina Johnson speaks with historian Professor Thomas Weber about the global rise of authoritarian populism and the crisis of pe
In this episode of Let’s Talk Democracy , host Tina Johnson explores how protest movements—when grounded in strategy and clear demands—can protect and transform democracy. Drawing from her organizing experience during th
What’s more dangerous than the rise of the far right? The silence that allows it to grow. In this episode, host Tina Johnson explores the global surge in far-right ideology — from MAGA politics in the U.S. to the growing
In this thought-provoking episode of "Let's Talk Democracy," host Tina Johnson sits down with political strategist Blair Talmadge to explore the profound changes in the U.S. political landscape over the past decade. They
What does it mean to fight for a democracy that has yet to be realized? In this episode, we turn to Iran, where citizens have been engaged in a decades-long struggle for freedom, justice, and self-determination. Our gues
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