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Depolarized

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Tired of how disconnected we’ve become? Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Hosted by Asher Bykov and Joey Bykov, Depolarized is a show dedicated to building a generational toolkit to heal a divided world.We hope this show energizes you to join the conversations shaping our world.Previous guests include Gary Vaynerchuk, Nupol Kiazolu, Cal Newport, Nadya Okamoto, Max Reisinger, and Clover Hogan. Formerly known as The Debate Without Debate Podcast.

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Episodes

  1. Seth Godin Masterclass: A Guide To Living A Purposeful Life

    Episode 62: Seth Godin is a twenty-time best-selling author, entrepreneur, and most of all, a teacher. His writing has been read by millions across 37 languages and his teachings have transformed generations on business, creativity, and personal growth. A special thank you to Jim Ziolkowski for...

  2. Oxford Sex Researcher Explains Why Humans Cheat: A Conversation with Macken Murphy

    Episode 61: Macken Murphy is a scientist, writer, and educator on human mating behavior. He has gained popularity for his snappy, research-based TikTok and his weekly podcast about animals, Species, recommended by both Apple and BBC’s Wildlife magazine. He is currently researching male...

  3. Meet The Man Building The Modern Day History Channel

    Episode 60: Andy Jiang is the internet’s favorite storytelling detective. Through his short and long-form content, he has uncovered some of the world’s most incredible hidden stories. 0:00 Intro 0:10 The greenscreen effect 1:18 Investing in production 3:26 A previous guest 4:32 Why hidden…

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  4. Meet The Man Who’s Built 2,341 Schools In The Developing World

    Episode 59: Jim Ziolkowski is the founder, president, and CEO of buildOn, a non-profit organization that builds schools in developing countries and runs community-service programs for underserved high school students in America. 0:00 Intro 0:27 Creator Camp 1:00 What is buildOn? 2:33 Early...

  5. An Unfiltered Conversation with Timm Chiusano and Max Reisinger

    Episode 58: Timm Chiusano is a Fortune 100 Creative Executive by day and a TikTok creator by night. He’s highly respected for his ability to blend the art and science of effective marketing in both his professional and personal life. This episode features a special guest host: Max Reisinger. He…

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  6. The Secret Truth Behind A Teenage Creator Career

    Episode 57: Annie Long is a 16-year-old student, content creator, and entrepreneur. Don’t let her young age fool you, though. Annie is a socially savvy, story-conscious leader on a mission to help Gen Z young women to leverage their youth through purpose-driven productivity to impact their...

  7. Meet The Activist Defunding Fox News

    Episode 56: Claire Atkin is the cofounder of Check My Ads, a nonprofit aiming to defund disinformation online. To date, they have taken money out of the pockets of several prominent far-right outlets, most notably Breitbart. Now, they have set their sight on their toughest opponent to date: Fox...

  8. The Untold Story of TikTok's Viral Buddhist Monk

    Episode 55: Venerable Tri Dao is a Theravada Buddhist monk with 1.3 million followers on TikTok. He is on a mission to inspire the world through his own change and transformation. 0:00 Intro 0:12 The rise of the celebrity monk 3:28 Scaling impact through social media 6:35 Mental fortitude 11:03 A...

  9. The Hope We All Need Before This Election with Christopher Haugh and Jordan Blashek

    Episode 54: A Democrat and a Republican road trip across America. This is their story. You can buy Union at https://www.unionthebook.com/

  10. Clickbait, Algorithms, and Critical Thinking: Depolarizing Today’s News with Arjun Moorthy

    Episode 53: In the age of clickbait and biased news, we have lost faith in legacy institutions to provide us with the information we need. Arjun Moorthy is the CEO and co-founder of The Factual, a tech startup providing unbiased news on trending topics. The Factual’s wide array of products helps...

  11. Filling The Civics Education Gap with Thanasi Dilos

    Episode 52: Thanasi Dilos is the 17-year-old co-founder of Civics Unplugged, a digital-first team and community of Gen Z leaders committed to building a brighter future for American democracy, and a National Geographic Young Explorer. Thanasi is a civics and social activist uplifting youth work…

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  12. Turning Eco-Pessimism Into Eco-Activism with Clover Hogan

    Episode 51: Clover Hogan is a 21-year-old climate activist, researcher on eco-anxiety, and the founder of Force of Nature - a youth-led organization empowering Gen Z to step up, rather than shut down, in the face of the climate crisis. She has worked alongside the world’s leading authorities on...

  13. Pessimistic About Politics? Listen To This… with Mitchell Rosenberg

    Episode 50: Politics is inaccessible. Mitchell Rosenberg is on a mission to change that reality. Mitchell Rosenberg is the founder of Simplified, a media startup focused on creating new ways to engage with politics via short form explainers. He is also a legislative assistant for California...

  14. Where Does Black Lives Matter Go From Here? with BLM NY President Nupol Kiazolu

    Episode 49: Over the last two months, there has been increased attention on Black Lives Matter. Today, however, the news cycle is beginning to divert its attention from the movement. This week, we spoke with Black Lives Matter NY President Nupol Kiazolu to determine how Black Lives Matter will…

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  15. Destroy Your Social Media Addiction with Cal Newport

    Episode 48: Addicted to social media? You don’t want to miss this week’s episode with Cal Newport! Cal Newport is an Associate Professor of Computer Science at Georgetown University. In addition to researching cutting­ edge technology, he also writes about the impact of these innovations on our...

  16. Gary Vaynerchuk Speaks On Polarization

    Episode 47: The episode you have all been waiting for! Gary Vaynerchuk (GaryVee) is the chairman of VaynerX, a modern-day media and communications holdings company, as well as the CEO of VaynerMedia, an advertising agency for Fortune 100 clients. Over the last decade, GaryVee has been integral in...

  17. Authentic Travel: Is it the key to ending polarization? with Jules Hatfield & Christine Williams of Don’t Forget to Move

    Episode 46: Travel might not seem polarizing at first, but when you take into account racial, economic, and cultural differences, things get more complex. This week’s guests are Jules Hatfield and Christine Williams are the dynamic duo from Don’t Forget to Move, an award-winning travel blog that...

  18. Can you have a “civil” conversation about controversial topics online? with Aaron Golbin of Debateisland.com

    Episode 45: As difficult conversations about race, income inequality, and public health continue across the globe, we wanted to bring you an episode that highlights a unique aspect of this moment in time: digitalization. Social platforms have shown immense potential in raising donations and...

  19. Will it go viral? with Max Reisinger

    Episode 44: Max Reisinger is a 17-year-old content creator and entrepreneur. You may recognize him from his most popular videos where he has filmed a day in his life at public school in France and in America. His YouTube channel alone has over 10 million collective views and close to 200,000...

  20. Use This Communication Strategy To Get WHATEVER You Want with Keisha Brewer

    Episode 43: You don’t want to miss this masterclass in strategic communication! This week’s episode is sure to help you in both your personal and professional life. Keisha also drops some gems on how activists can effectively communicate their message to actualize change in light of the recent...

  21. A Venture Capitalist’s Top Tips for Young Entrepreneurs with Justine Humenansky of Dorm Room Fund

    Episode 42: Justine Humenansky is a managing partner at Dorm Room Fund, a venture capital firm designed to help student founders go from the earliest stage to the seed stage and beyond. Dorm Room Fund provides founders with a strong network of investors, world-class mentors, and a $20,000 check....

  22. America is Dying... (but not for the reasons you think) with Dr. Jonathan Metzl

    Episode 41: Jonathan Metzl has spent his career researching some of the most polarizing topics in America including race, gun policy, mental health, and healthcare policy. He is the Frederick B. Rentschler II Professor of Sociology and Psychiatry, and the Director of the Center for Medicine,...

  23. Cutting Through The Noise As A Music Producer with Benny Brisk

    Episode 40: What do meditation, solitude, and grit have in common? Benny Brisk, 18, employs all these unconventional strategies to improve his music production game. Check out Benny’s music: Spotify: https://open.spotify.com/artist/24bxJV826IMRCcJCR9e6L9 Apple Music:...

  24. The Economy Is Down, But Is Innovation Up?

    Episode 39: We’ll see you when we see you. Want us to address a specific topic? Message us: https://linktr.ee/thedebatewithoutdebatepodcast Music By: Dj Quads @ https://soundcloud.com/aka-dj-quads © 2020 The Debate Without Debate LLC

  25. Choosing Happiness with Gly Gabriel

    Episode 38: He went to Harvard. He worked for Morgan Stanley. And then, everything changed. Join us as we talk to Gly Gabriel about his journey to becoming a vision execution coach and keeping happiness as your North Star. Connect with Gly: https://www.glygabriel.com/ Episodes coming daily. Want…

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  26. Joey Bykov's Ideal Home Workout

    Episode 37: Want to learn how Joey got so fit without any equipment? Tune into today’s episode for a breakdown of the workouts he is implementing! Episodes coming daily. Want us to address a specific topic? Message us: https://linktr.ee/thedebatewithoutdebatepodcast Music By: Dj Quads @...

  27. How Is Politics Changing During The Coronavirus Outbreak?

    Episode 36: Democrats and Republicans are unifying to address this crisis but division still prevails. Plus, Joey and Asher give their hot takes on how coronavirus policies will impact America and affect voting! Episodes coming daily! Want us to address a specific topic? Message us!...

  28. So You’re Quarantined? Here’s How To Not Go Insane ;)

    Episode 35: Feeling anxious and stressed about the coronavirus? Joey and Asher provide some insightful tips to prevent social distancing from becoming social isolation. Episodes coming daily! Want us to address a specific topic? Message us: https://linktr.ee/thedebatewithoutdebatepodcast © 2020…

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  29. How To Alleviate Your Boredom During The Coronavirus Outbreak

    Episode 34: We know that these times are bringing a lot of changes. One of those changes: tons of free time. Joey and Asher discuss some solutions to alleviate your boredom during the coronavirus outbreak and update you on how they are doing. Episodes coming daily! Want to address a specific…

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  30. How To Help People Change with Everett Smith of SeeChange

    Episode 32: Everett and Asher talk about SeeChange, a platform that rewards you for doing good! Listen closely for this DWD exclusive uncovering the whole process. Have a differing opinion? Drop us a message on our socials: Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedwdpodcast/ Facebook:...

  31. Justin Lafazan: Next Gen’s Plan To Energize Youth Entrepreneurs

    Episode 31: Hey! We talked with Justin Lafazan about some amazing stuff this week. Hope you enjoy! Drop us a message on our socials: - Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedwdpodcast/ - Facebook: www.facebook.com/thedebatewithoutdebatepodcast/ - Email: [email protected] - Feel…

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  32. Roundtable 3 - What Is It Like Growing Up Liberal In The South? with Asher Desai and Bradley Fugetta

    Episode 30: Welcome back to the DWD podcast and to a continuing segment on the podcast called the Roundtable: a series where we invite multiple guests on the pod to have a discussion about a particular topic. This week’s topic: what is it like to grow up liberal in the South? Our two guests…

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  33. What Is It Like Running A Political Campaign? with Sam Kehoe

    Episode 29: What is it like organizing a campaign? Is capitalism the best economic system? Should the USA retreat from being the leader of the Global World Order? This week, Asher had the pleasure of sitting down with Sam Kehoe. Sam is fresh off of organizing a campaign for Seattle City Council…

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  34. Fridays For Future: Activism & Politics With Anna Grace Hottinger

    Episode 28: Hey! Hope you enjoy our episode with Anna Grace Hottinger from Fridays For Future! Nitty-gritty stuff: Connect with The Debate Without Debate Podcast: Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedwdpodcast/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/thedebatewithoutdebatepodcast/ Email:...

  35. Saving Mom & Pop Shops with Charles-Andre Jolly

    Episode 27: Thank you for tuning in to this week’s episode! This week, Asher talked with Charles Andre Jolly, co-founder of Sky Water Financial, a financial services startup that focuses on helping mom and pop shops. If you enjoy this episode, let us know by rating and commenting on Apple…

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  36. Nourish America - Solving The Hunger Crisis Through Community Action!

    Episode 26: Hey! Hope you enjoy our episode with Shreya from Nourish America! Nitty-gritty stuff: Connect with The Debate Without Debate Podcast: Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedwdpodcast/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/thedebatewithoutdebatepodcast/ Email: [email protected]…

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  37. What Happens When We Stop Watching The News? with Everett Smith of Young Democracy

    Episode 25: This week, Asher moved into college. As a result of his orientation, he barely had time to watch the news or keep informed. Check out this episode of The Debate Without Debate Podcast in collaboration with Young Democracy to hear what happens when politically conscious young adults…

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  38. It's Time For A Change...

    Episode 24: Connect with The Debate Without Debate Podcast: Instagram: www.instagram.com/thedwdpodcast/ Facebook: www.facebook.com/thedebatewithoutdebatepodcast/ Email: [email protected] Feel free to send us an audio message through Anchor as well! Music Credit: Dj Quads…

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  39. Sound Bite Politics - How We Got Here & What We Can Do To Solve It

    Episode 23: Two weeks ago, twenty Democrat hopefuls went on stage in Detroit, Michigan to make their pitch for President of the United States. The debates featured many passionate attempts to capture the American electorate’s support. However, as we watched these debates, we couldn’t help but…

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  40. How Do We Solve Our Global Poverty Crisis? with Jackson Labell-Nevard and Alexa Shamie of The Transition Project

    Episode 22: How do we end global poverty? This week, Jackson Labell-Nevard and Alexa Shamie of The Transition Project hopped on a call to help us answer this pressing question. The Transition Project is a nonprofit organization that aims to find employment for financially disadvantaged…

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  41. He Dropped 70 POUNDS In One Summer with Aaron Souferi

    Episode 21: He dropped 70 POUNDS in one summer. Many of his own friends couldn’t even recognize him after the transformation! Aaron Souferi came on the pod this week to discuss his transformation, bullying, and how he keeps the weight off. Connect with The Debate Without Debate Podcast…

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  42. Nadya Okamoto - Building A Menstrual Movement

    Episode 20: “One in four women struggled to afford period products in the last year because of a lack of income. The first city wide study that was done about period poverty in St. Louis found that 46% of low-income women had to choose between a meal and period products every month. Periods are…

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  43. How To Start A Media Company with Mark Hughes and Shlok Sharma of New Voice Media

    Episode 19: Ever wanted to start a media company? Ever wonder how news media can transform to become more fact-based and less partisan? Well, we got you covered on this week’s episode! Mark Hughes and Shlok Sharma of The New Voice Media Group hopped on the pod to discuss their startup story and…

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  44. Roundtable 2 - The Afterlife with Aman Jaisinghani and Ryan Kim

    Episode 18: A Hindu, a Christian, and two Jews walk into a bar… This week’s episode is a continuation of our Roundtable series. The Roundtable is a series where we bring two of our friends on the podcast to discuss a specific topic. This week’s topic: what happens to us after we die? Fan favorite...

  45. Health Living As A Young Adult with Drew Goldman

    Episode 17: Drew Goldman joined the DWD team for our first interview of the summer! Drew is one of the healthiest kids we know, always making time for his physical health with proper eating habits and hitting the gym. This week, we walked about how he started his fitness journey, what keeps him...

  46. Pod Doc 3 - Our Parents Were Right?

    Episode 16: Our parents were right.... But what were they right about? Tune in this week to find out! The Pod Doc is a series where we will feature some shorter content in an audio documentary format. Check out our Goodreads account for our book recommendations! http://goodreads.com/thedwdpodcast...

  47. Pod Doc 2 - Class of 2019, What We Learned

    Episode 15: Asher just finished up his last classes in high school. He’s been thinking a lot about his senior year in high school and decided that, this week on the podcast, he would talk about what he has learned. Along with his thoughts, his peers from across the WORLD sent in their own…

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  48. The Roundtable 1 - School Drug Policy with Josh Samuel and Kidest Wolde

    Episode 14: Welcome to the 1st Roundtable! The Roundtable is a series where we bring two of their friends on the podcast to discuss a specific topic. Prior to the conversation, our guests research that particular topic in order to have a research-based conversation about our opinions. This week,...

  49. Being "Big Different" with Shane Elias

    Episode 13: “It’s a way of expressing myself. No one has the same style. I started out with streetwear, the whole Supreme stuff back in 4th/5th grade. And then you evolve. You find yourself through fashion… What you wear is who you are.” – Shane Elias Shane Elias is the definition of “big...

  50. Starting A Production Company and Trans Media Work with Noah Sokolsky and Amber Martino

    Episode 12: “All of a sudden, one of my best friends came out to me as trans. I had to deal with that and, obviously, that didn’t change anything about our friendship. Not at all… Through my movie production, I have also met a lot of other trans people online, and you realize that they are just...

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Tired of how disconnected we’ve become? Congratulations, you’ve found your people. Hosted by Asher Bykov and Joey Bykov, Depolarized is a show dedicated to building a generational toolkit to heal a divided world.We hope this show energizes you to join the conversations shaping our world.Previous guests include Gary Vaynerchuk, Nupol Kiazolu, Cal Newport, Nadya Okamoto, Max Reisinger, and Clover Hogan. Formerly known as The Debate Without Debate Podcast.

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