Terrified Nation

How do you communicate with your elected representatives—or do you even think about it at all?

Debilyn Molineaux sits down with Sam Daley-Harris, founder of RESULTS, the Microcredit Summit Campaign, a…

Why are humans so drawn to bad news? And what does that constant focus on crisis do to our sense of hope and possibility?

Debilyn Molineaux sits down with journalist, educator, and visionary communica…

We live in a culture obsessed with leadership. From classrooms to boardrooms, we’re told that the only way to matter is to lead. But what happens when everyone wants to be in charge—and no one wants …

How many times have you whispered to yourself, “I deserve this”—after a long, exhausting day?
Maybe it’s a glass of wine. A bag of chips. A mindless scroll through social media until the night disapp…

Fear isn’t just an emotion—it’s a tool used by people to gain more power. And in today’s episode of Terrified Nation, Debilyn Molineaux explores how to reclaim our own power to avoid our fears being …

In this moving and deeply personal conversation, Debilyn Molineaux sits down with Dr. Paul Zeitz, a physician, global justice advocate, spiritual leader, and founder of UNIFY USA to explore a vision …

The noise is relentless. Sirens in the distance. Gunshots close to home. Explosions half a world away. And online, the arguments never stop. In this episode, we sit with the truth that chaos isn’t ju…

For years, rage has fueled our public discourse. At first, it felt powerful—like fire. It gave us the energy to speak up, protest, and unite. But fire, left unchecked, eventually consumes everything.

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What stories are shaping your future?

In this episode of Terrified Nation,  Debilyn Molineaux is joined by changemaker, musician, and political innovator Steven Olikara for a powerful conversation abo…

What if we’re all living inside a dysfunctional family—not just at home, but in our entire society?

In this deeply personal episode, Debilyn invites us into a vulnerable, honest reflection about how o…

What can tending a small garden teach us about building a healthy democracy? More than you might think.

This episode invites you into a personal story that starts with seed pods on a tiny apartment ba…

What if our reflex wasn’t to protect with force—but to care with courage?

What if safety meant connection, not control?

In this vulnerable and stirring episode, Debilyn Molineaux shares an intimate acc…

Welcome back to Terrified Nation!

We open Season 4 with a story that is both unsettling and deeply human—a moment when fear quietly entered a space meant for peace.

In this premiere episode, host Debil…

Episode Summary:

In this special season finale of Terrified Nation,  Debilyn Molineaux takes us back to the 2018 Bridge Alliance Summit, where she delivered a thought-provoking talk on the future of d…

Are We Learning the Hard Way?

Why do we only seem to learn through pain or discomfort? It’s a question that cuts deep as we navigate a world in flux. In this episode of Terrified Nation, host Debilyn …

In this episode of Terrified Nation, Debilyn Molineaux speaks with Zachary Elwood, a writer and analyst known for his work on psychology, deception, and political polarization. As Zach reflects on ye…

In a world of self-checkouts, food delivery apps, and instant entertainment, human interaction has become optional. But what happens when things don’t go as planned? In this episode, Debilyn Molineau…

In an unpredictable world, how do we stay true to our values while navigating life’s challenges? In this episode of Terrified Nation, host Debilyn Molineaux sits down with David Green, leader of the …

History is full of hidden power players, and eunuchs were among the most influential. In this episode of Terrified Nation, Debilyn Molineaux explores how these unlikely figures shaped empires, led mi…

What if the future of our democracy isn’t dictated solely by policymakers but shaped by everyday people choosing to engage, connect, and lead? We face a crucial question: How do we take action today …