Good Citizen

Tony Porter redefines masculinity and frames vulnerability as power, challenging a culture that teaches boys to be tough and emotionless. He is the co-founder and CEO of A Call to Men and the author …

Jeffrey Rosen insists that self-discipline and reading were central to the Founders’ vision and are not just personal habits but principles vital to democracy. He's the president and CEO of the Natio…

Emily Oster discusses how communicating data with nuance can rebuild public trust and empower people to make informed decisions about their health. She is a professor of economics at Brown University…

To mark World Nature Conservation Day, we're revisiting this 2024 episode with Benji Backer. 

July 28th is World Nature Conservation Day, a day that calls attention to the critical importance of prote…

Ben Jealous reflects on the personal toll of leadership, how to connect with communities, and what his deep American roots reveal about our shared humanity. He is the Executive Director of the Sierra…

Aloe Blacc navigates the crossroads of creativity, fame, empathy, and activism. His latest album, Stand Together, is a genre-blending collection of songs driven by a call for social change.

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Matthew Continetti discusses American political thought and governance, along with the strategies and values that shape the parties. He’s the director of domestic policy studies at the American Enter…

As Mental Health Awareness Month wraps up, this interview with Dan Harris deserves a second spotlight. 

May has been a time to remind ourselves that emotional resilience is not about hiding our strugg…

Edward F. O’Keefe brings to life the mission and design behind the new Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, and ties T.R.’s story to the present moment. He is CEO of the Theodore Roosevelt Presid…

Leah Hunt-Hendrix frames solidarity as a movement that can shift culture, reshape politics, and empower marginalized communities. She is a political theorist and activist, and the co-author of Solida…

Dr. Carrie Besnette Hauser takes us inside the effort to breathe new life into parks and connect more Americans to public spaces. She is President & CEO of Trust for Public Land.

Find her at TPL.org

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Anna Jane Joyner champions honest portrayals of climate change and the human experience. She’s a Hollywood climate story consultant and the founder and director of Good Energy. Find her at GoodEnergy…

Mark Bittman examines the intersection of food, farming, and public policy, urging a rethink of agriculture to tackle chronic health issues and steep healthcare costs. He’s the author of 30 books and…

Sharon McMahon illustrates her winning approach as America’s Government Teacher. She’s host of the chart-topping podcast “Here’s Where It Gets Interesting” and bestselling author of The Small and the…

Judith Shulevitz makes the moral case for a day of rest. She is a contributing writer to The Atlantic and author of The Sabbath World: Glimpses of a Different Order of Time.

Find her at judithshulevit…

Matthew Barzun reimagines leadership by breaking free of hierarchies. Formerly the U.S. ambassador to the U.K. and to Sweden, he is the author of The Power of Giving Away Power: How the Best Leaders …

Stewart McLaurin breathes life into the nation’s most iconic landmark, sharing delightful details and illuminating hidden depths. He is president of the nonpartisan, nonprofit White House Historical …

Eric Liu confronts feelings of powerlessness and the significance of patriotism in the U.S. He is the CEO of Citizen University and author of You’re More Powerful Than You Think: A Citizen’s Guide to…

Katharine Hayhoe unpacks climate change division in America and refocuses the narrative on emotional connection. She is an atmospheric scientist, author, and climate advocate committed to averting hu…

Ted Leonsis traces his remarkable path to success and self-actualization. He is the CEO of Monumental Sports, a former AOL executive, and the author of The Business of Happiness. Find him at monument…