Welcome to Ceasefire, a podcast discussing American politics seen from the European side of the pond! This podcast is hosted by Emily Charnock, a political historian at Cambridge University, and Hilde Restad, an associate professor of international studies at Bjørknes College in Oslo, Norway.
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What if there was a better way to engage cultural conversation than through the lens of distrust, fear, and hatred? What if we stopped being afraid to be honest, while still expressing ourselves with kindness? What would happen if we actually started treat those outside our “group” with respect? What if we started thinking c Lucas and Andrew deconstruct the narrative, ask the important questions about the direction of our world, and converse with a wide array of influential guests who have s ...
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EP 16 - Christians, Drag Queens, and Children (Part 2)
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What should Christians think about Drag Queen story time? The latest news about Drag Queen story time and Drag Queen parties for children is causing lots of controversy. What do Andrew and Lucas think about Drag queen story hour and throwing a drag queen party for children? Ceasefire is a podcast where Lucas and Andrew deconstruct the narrative, as…
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EP 16 - Drag Queens and Children (Part 1)
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The latest news about Drag Queen story time and Drag Queen parties for children is causing lots of controversy. What do Andrew and Lucas think about Drag queen story hour and throwing a drag queen party for children? Cherry Valentine sits down with a news host to discuss how drag can be good for kids.Original video - https://youtu.be/ZqgoeYkfpt8Cea…
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EP 15 - Does Cancel Culture Exist? Reaction to Joe Rogan and Louis C.K.
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In a recent episode of the Joe Rogan Experience, Louis CK talked about his return to comedy. Many are saying that cancel culture doesn't exist because Louis C.K. got booked at Madison Square Garden six years after his "cancelling". This is a great Joe Rogan reaction from Lucas and Andrew about the Louis CK reaction to his coming back to comedy. If …
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EP 14 - The Gender Debate as Christians
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How should we have the gender debate as Christians when so much of what we say and think is automatically labeled as hate speech? We recently reacted to the gender debate between Russell Brand and Jordan Peterson. They actually spoke more about the state of our culture and social media making it impossible to have discussions about gender issues an…
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EP 14 - The Gender Debate Reaction to Russell Brand and Jordan Peterson
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The gender debate between Russell Brand and Jordan Peterson is a great example for how to approach this subject. Give that they actually talk more about the state of our culture and social media making it impossible to have discussions about gender issues and gender identity. Original video - https://youtu.be/SHpusaIBQyI Ceasefire is a podcast wher…
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EP 13 - Engaging The Woke War as Christians
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Is there a woke war in America and the culture at large? How should Christians engage woke culture or the woke war? Ceasefire is a podcast where Lucas and Andrew deconstruct the narrative, ask the important questions about the direction of our world, and converse with a wide array of influential guests who have something new to offer those seeking …
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EP 13 - Is There a Woke War? (Reaction)
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Is there a woke war in America and the culture at large? Piers Morgan seems to think so, but his guest Paula Rhone-Adrien debates whether or not the whole woke war is a myth. Original video - https://youtu.be/0U9F9vNrc1E Ceasefire is a podcast where Lucas and Andrew deconstruct the narrative, ask the important questions about the direction of our w…
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EP 12 - Is Democracy Dead in America?
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In a previous episode of Real Time with Bill Maher he predicted the death of democracy in America. Which causes Lucas and Andrew to ask the question, is democracy dead in America? The political divide, Donald Trump, and election deniers come up in this episode and it's is a healthy discussion. Bill Maher video : https://youtu.be/HKVBvooZ2c8 Ceasefi…
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EP 11 - Does Hate Speech Exist?
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Does hate speech exist? That's the question Andrew and Lucas discuss with their good friend @GothixTV on this week's episode of Ceasefire Podcast. Racial tension and the cultural divide continues to escalate and what role does hate speech play in the current landscape of culture and political debates. Ceasefire is a podcast where Lucas and Andrew d…
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The TikTok drama continues as many are concerned there will be a TikTok ban in the states. With all the concerns about privacy and corruption, Lucas and Andrew discuss the hypocrisy within the discussion about platforms and privacy. China is Spying On You Video - https://youtu.be/tc8sYtjeiI8 Ceasefire is a podcast where Lucas and Andrew deconstruct…
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EP 9 - Whose Morality is Right?
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The question of whose morality is right continues to come up in cultural debates today. Much of the political divide centers around different worldviews and morality systems. Even atheists who attempt to push against religion are operating from a moral compass and system. So how do we determine who is right? And where does morality come from? Cease…
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EP 8 - How To Live On Social Media
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Living on social media sites like Twitter, TikTok, and Facebook has become so common that it is an assumed reality of our daily lives. How do we live on these digital social squares without becoming too integrated or mechanistic? Andrew and Lucas discuss the challenges and practical ways to approach these platforms and daily routines. Ceasefire is …
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EP 7 - Reaction to Lex Fridman Podcast 321
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Popular podcaster Lex Fridman interviews author, inventor and futurist Ray Kirzwell, who predicts humans will merge with AI in ten years. This is a bold prediction, but this content brings home the reality that we are very close to both the singularity and immortality. Frightening stuff, and we respond accordingly! Ceasefire is a podcast where Luca…
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Technology is becoming more and more integrated into our daily lives, so much so that the lines are being blurred between where man ends and AI begins. We discuss everything from Elon Musk to social media to AI "companions," in an attempt to understand the positives and negatives of the Ridley Scott film we are currently living in on earth in late …
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EP 5 - SHOULD YOU LOVE YOUR COUNTRY?
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The question "Should you love your country" is a challenging one. Politics, political debates, and the polarization of culture often divides on the line of patriotic commitments that can go too far. Love of country can be good, but is it something that has gone too far? Ceasefire is a podcast where Lucas and Andrew deconstruct the narrative, ask th…
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EP 4 - ARE PRONOUNS IMPORTANT?
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Pronouns have become a polarizing issue across the entire globe, and many are confused on how the when, what, how, and IF to use them at all. Lucas and Andrew attempt to understand the nuances of this controversial topic from all angles. Ceasefire is a podcast where Lucas and Andrew deconstruct the narrative, ask the important questions about the d…
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EP 3 - HOW DO WE BRIDGE THE GAP?
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Is it possible to bridge the gap in the cultural divide? If so, how, specifically? Here are seven non-partisan principles that can serve as parameters for conversations with those who may not see eye-to-eye with you. Ceasefire is a podcast where Lucas and Andrew deconstruct the narrative, ask the important questions about the direction of our world…
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It's no secret that culture is polarized, left and right, red and blue. But why is tribalism so prevalent at this moment? We look at the divide and attempt to determine causes. Ceasefire is a podcast where Lucas and Andrew deconstruct the narrative, ask the important questions about the direction of our world, and converse with a wide array of infl…
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EP 1 - WHY START THIS PODCAST?
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Why pursue calm cultural conversation? Why try to destroy the divide? Andrew and Lucas lay the foundation, purpose, and motivation behind coming together-to combat polarization with kindness and critical thought. Ceasefire is a podcast where Lucas and Andrew deconstruct the narrative, ask the important questions about the direction of our world, an…
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The Ceasefire podcast launches on Nov 5, 2022 - head to http://ceasefirepodcast.com/ for more info
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Ep. 25 - Brexit, Bernie, Babies!
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Emily and Hilde discuss the latest Brexit developments, and how they might relate to American politics, introduce the study of "fieldology" (i.e. the study of the Democratic field of presidential contenders), and end with a bumpy announcement!De către Hilde and Emily
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What kind of powers can Nancy Pelosi wield against Donald Trump? Is there hope for American conservatism after Trump? Hilde and Emily get into their most predictive mode and set the stage for 2019.De către Hilde and Emily
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Ceasefire special: US-Saudi alliance with Thomas Hegghammer
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The United States and Saudi Arabia are very close allies. But why? Is it about oil, terrorism, Iran, or what? What do the two countries see in each other? Hilde talks to Thomas Hegghammer, a renowned expert on Saudi politics and Islamist extremism. Come for the world-class expertise, stay for Thomas' favorite color and his take on why it is slain j…
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Ep. 22 - Thanksgiving Minisode!
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In this special holiday minisode, Hilde and Emily discuss what they're thankful for on the American political scene right now, despite the contentious times we're living in, and reminisce about a few of their favorite Thanksgiving foods... There's pecan pie, blue waves, green bean casserole, checks and balances, and more, plus a special appearance …
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Can voter suppression affect the midterm elections? Hilde & Emily explain the voter fraud vs. voter suppression controversy in the United States, and discuss the ridiculous situation happening in Georgia. Predictably, Hilde ends up quoting The Notorious RBG and gets all fired up.De către Hilde and Emily
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Ep. 20 - Race and the Republican Party
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Is the GOP racist? According to ex-GOP'er Max Boot - yes. His mea culpa leads Emily and Hilde to discuss what political scientists and historians have said about the infamous "Southern Strategy" and whether this is still relevant. Can the Republican party today can be salvaged from its white nationalism? Hilde and Emily, uhm, disagree.…
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Ep. 19 - Midterms, millennials, oh my! LIVE PODCAST!
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Recorded live in Oslo, Hilde and Emily discuss America's youngest generations - X,Y, and Z - and how they're shaping US society and politics. We're talking avocado toast, "snowflakes", safe spaces, and more! Plus, a special discussion with American exchange students in Norway, and how young people might affect the 2018 midterm elections. This live …
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