When the News is Overwhelming

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When the News is Overwhelming

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Topics DiscussedHurricanes, Explosions, and a Wall of Hard ThingsLocal Civics & Placemaking with Ryan SalzmanOutside of Politics: The White LotusPlease visit our website for full show notes and episode resources.
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For anyone discouraged by our current political discourse, Sarah Stewart Holland and Beth Silvers bring a nuanced and grace-filled perspective to discussions about politics and news.

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