WhoWhatWhy’s Top Podcasts of 2024 — Part 2 - WhoWhatWhy WhoWhatWhy’s Top Podcasts of 2024 — Part 2 - WhoWhatWhy

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This year, podcasts didn’t just capture the conversation—they drove it. They became the soundtrack of discovery shaping how we see the world.

Podcasts have proven to be the defining journalistic form of 2024, shaping not just how we consume information but how we engage with the critical issues of our time. 

In a year marked by high-stakes elections, cultural shifts, and pressing global challenges, podcasts have risen as the indispensable medium for dialogue and understanding. 

Whether unraveling the complexities of democracy, dissecting the nuances of our national discourse, or exploring the stories that define our age, these conversations have become the backbone of global conversation.

Our virtual odyssey has brought together listeners and storytellers, sparking insights and connections that transcend borders and beliefs. Together, we’ve built a space where ideas flourish and understanding deepens — a space that matters more now than ever. 


The Couch vs. The Ballot Box: The Struggle for Civic Participation

We examine the reasons for diminished engagement in American democracy with Yale political scientist Kevin J. Elliott. Listen


Why Democracy Might Be Its Own Worst Enemy: The Fatal Flaw in Our System

Democracy’s fatal flaw: citizens struggle with its complexity. As elite influence wanes, populism surges. Is democracy devouring itself in the digital age?  Listen


Embracing Chaos: Everything We Do Matters in a World We Can’t Control

Feeling anxious in chaotic times? Embracing life’s unpredictability can lead to resilience and impact. A new framework for thriving in an uncertain world. Listen


The Comfort of False Beliefs: Why We Crave Misinformation

Professor Dannagal Goldthwaite Young, author of Wrong: How Media, Politics, and Identity Drive Our Appetite for Misinformation, we discover a surprising truth: Humans are naturally drawn to misinformation. Listen


Reclaiming Populism: It’s Not What We Think It Is

Discover the forgotten meaning of populism: A story of grassroots struggle, democracy, and the fight for social justice. Listen


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  • Jeff Schechtman

    Jeff Schechtman's career spans movies, radio stations, and podcasts. After spending twenty-five years in the motion picture industry as a producer and executive, he immersed himself in journalism, radio, and, more recently, the world of podcasts. To date, he has conducted over ten thousand interviews with authors, journalists, and thought leaders. Since March 2015, he has produced almost 500 podcasts for WhoWhatWhy.

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