How do we harness the power of communication in bridging societal divides? We spoke with Elliot Kirschner, an Emmy award-winning journalist and documentary filmmaker, to help us “Through the Fog…”
Elliot shares his journey from CBS to his Substack “Through the Fog,” his dedication to science communication, and reflections on the role of journalism and science in democracy. We delve into his collaboration with Dan Rather, his academic pursuits in history and literature, and his current endeavors that strive to make science accessible to the public. Elliot also espouses the transformative potential of national service programs, science communication, and storytelling in healing our divisions, underlining the power of optimism and collaborative efforts in facilitating dialogue and understanding.
07:36 The Essence of Democracy and American Identity;
13:27 Transitioning from Producer to Personal Voice;
25:12 Cultural Heritage and Family Dynamics;
34:20 The Stakes of Democracy in Upcoming Elections;
40:47 Reflecting on Bipartisanship and Legislative Challenges;
42:24 Congressional Dysfunction and Its Impact;
46:26 The Evolution and Challenges of Modern Journalism;
53:15 The Potential of Hyper-Localized Journalism;
57:35 The Role of Science in Uniting People;
01:04:15 Fostering Conversations Across Divides
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Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other is part of The Democracy Group, a network of podcasts that examines what’s broken in our democracy and how we can work together to fix it.
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