Podcast Episodes

Youth Talk: Your Vote, Your Voice

Young people's voices are an integral part of our democracy. Yet Gen Z and Millennial voters consistently turn out at lower rates than older generations. To inspire youth civic engagement, the Associ…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

CLIMATE ONE: Bonus COP27 Preview: Egyptian Ambassador Wael Aboulmagd

The Paris Agreement requires every country to declare their own nationally determined contributions, or NDCs, for reducing emissions. Last year at COP26 in Glasgow, it became clear that even the upda…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

CLIMATE ONE: Countdown to COP 27: Feeling the Heat

For decades, scientists and activists have called for action to slow the pace of global warming. The political process has struggled and largely failed to keep up with the growing climate crisis. But…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Steve Case: Entrepreneurs and the New American Dream

For visionary businessman and AOL founder Steve Case, great entrepreneurs can be found anywhere and can thrive with the proper support and investment. At a time when America's economy is undergoing f…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

COOL: Women Leaders Reversing Global Warming

Women and girls all over the world are using intelligence, creativity, energy, and courage to help stop global warming. Paola Gianturco and her 12-year-old granddaughter Avery Sangster set out to chr…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Experiencing Democracy: Creating a Civic Culture in School

Today’s students have grown up in a political culture of polarization that has exacerbated public distrust. In this environment, how can educators teach young people to engage with controversial issu…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Joan Donovan and Emily Dreyfuss: Meme Wars Show editorially warning

Just how dangerous are memes? The power of memes has grown and is now a weapon used to push disinformation, spread ideologies, and deepen partisanship. They are fueling a cultural war that continues …

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

How We Can Reduce the Power of False Narratives

In this third part of our series on conspiracy theories and other false narratives, we'll look at actions society can take to defend itself. We'll focus on what journalists and educators can do, what…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Brian Dahle: Republican Candidate for California Governor

California State Senator Brian Dahle is the Republican candidate for governor. He is making his first visit to The Commonwealth Club to discuss his proposals and plans for leading the largest state i…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago

Susan Rogers: What the Music You Love Says About You

Why do you fall in love with some music, and not with other music? And why do those you love sometimes fall in love with music you don't?

Susan Rogers, a record-producer–turned–brain-scientist, explai…

Published on 3 years, 2 months ago