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Divide

Divide

Written by: Armon Owlia
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DIVIDE is the bold podcast diving into the conversations around understanding the current state of polarization in American politics and developing solutions to combat them. Hosted by journalist Armon Owlia, we look on both sides of the aisle to examine the origins of our fractious political climate, aspect by aspect. We also delve into why individuals maintain divided views of the nation and what it will take to find common ground. Do you like what you see?

© 2023 Armon Ali Owlia and Pen Is The Sword Productions
Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • reality bytes
    Apr 26 2023

    The first season of "This American Divide," looking into how social media contributes to political polarization airs all seven episodes on May 3, wherever you get your podcasts.

    Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram @thisdividedusa, rate and review the podcast, and visit our website, www.thisdividedusa.com, for more information. You can also follow Armon Owlia on Facebook and Instagram @armonowlia.

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    1 min
  • Divided We Fall
    May 3 2023

    On Jan. 6, 2021, the US Capitol was attacked by supporters of President Trump, reigniting a debate about the role of misinformation and conspiracy theories in American politics. In this first episode, Armon Owlia investigates political polarization and the role of social media, leading him to former QAnon believer Ceally Smith. Through her story, Owlia uncovers the complexity of the social media issue.

    Soundtrack Listing For This Episode:
    “TAD Recap” by Armon Owlia
    "''DRILL'' BEAT 2021” by musicandprod 
    “Bass Walker” by Kevin MacLeod
    “Back To The Future” by Andy St-Louis; originally by Alan Silvestri
    “Just As Soon” by Kevin MacLeod
    “A Dark but Peaceful Place” by Gabriel Richards
    “Darkest Hour” by Steve Oxen (Fesilyan Studios)
    “Cool Vibes” by Kevin MacLeod
    “Electro Swingity” by ExoNova
    “Suicide” by Lucas King
    “Your God Is Dead” by Daniel Beijbom
    “Bleak Horizon” by Darren Curtis

    Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram @thisdividedusa, rate and review the podcast, and visit our website, www.thisdividedusa.com, for more information. You can also follow Armon Owlia on Facebook and Instagram @armonowlia.

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    17 mins
  • A Brief History of Politics
    May 3 2023

    To look forward, one must first look back. On this episode of "This American Divide," host Armon Owlia delves into the historical context of America's political polarization. Through an analysis of key events and decisions dating back to the 1930s, Owlia explores the intentional division of American society and how it laid the groundwork for the current state of political polarization.

    Soundtrack Listing For This Episode:
    “TAD Recap” by Armon Owlia
    "''DRILL'' BEAT 2021” by musicandprod 
    “Blue Mood” by Robert Munzinger
    “Seedy Streets” by Darren Curtis
    “Greaser” by TrackTribe
    “Going, Going, Gone” by The 126ers
    "60's Music" by Dar Golan
    “Covert Affair” by Kevin MacLeod
    “On The Cool Side” by Kevin MacLeod
    “Bleak Horizon” by Darren Curtis

    Be sure to follow us on Facebook and Instagram @thisdividedusa, rate and review the podcast, and visit our website, www.thisdividedusa.com, for more information. You can also follow Armon Owlia on Facebook and Instagram @armonowlia.

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    30 mins
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