Over the past few weeks, we've been exploring the psychology of partisanship, and how to effectively handle disagreements with those around us. This week, we conclude our US 2.0 series by turning to the past. We talk with journalist Steve Inskeep about how one of the most important leaders in American history — Abraham Lincoln — grappled with the pressing moral question of his time. When, if ever, is it worth compromising your own principles for the sake of greater progress?
If you enjoyed this episode, be sure to check out our 2018 conversation about Thomas Jefferson with historian Annette Gordon-Reed. It's the episode called "A Founding Contradiction" in this podcast feed, or you can listen on our website.
Success 2.0: Getting What You Want
Success 2.0: Taking the Leap
A Secret Source of Connection
Remember More, Forget Less
Crying Wolf
The Snowball Effect
Less is More
How To Make Amends
Made of Honor
Revealing Your Unconscious: Part 2
Revealing Your Unconscious: Part 1
How Your Beliefs Shape Reality
Happiness 2.0: The Reset Button
Happiness 2.0: Surprising Sources of Joy
Happiness 2.0: Cultivating Your Purpose
Happiness 2.0: The Only Way Out Is Through
Happiness 2.0: The Path to Contentment
When You Need It To Be True
Persuasion: Part 2
Persuasion: Part 1
Create your
podcast in
minutes
It is Free
My Unsung Hero
A Slight Change of Plans
No Stupid Questions
Code Switch
Freakonomics Radio