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Us vs. Them: Practical Ways to Counter the Polarization That's Killing Us

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In this solo episode, host Corey Nathan explores how the "us vs. them" mindset is damaging our democracy and personal relationships. Sharing powerful stories and reflections, Corey examines how this mentality can escalate from figurative harm to literal violence—and what we can do to stop it.

What Is Discussed:

  • How to recognize and avoid “us vs. them” thinking

  • Why specificity matters more than generalizations

  • How to reframe conversations to foster understanding

  • When it’s best to disengage from toxic interactions

Episode Highlights:

  • [00:01:00] The real-life consequences of political tribalism

  • [00:03:00] How a quote from the Declaration of Independence sparked online hostility

  • [00:15:00] Why generalizing leads to vilification

  • [00:21:00] Reactions to the peaceful “No Kings” rally

  • [00:28:00] How to name and address divisive rhetoric

  • [00:34:00] When it’s healthier to walk away

Featured Quotes:

  • "Think specifically, not generally."
  • "Shift our disposition from facing off to side by side."
  • "Sometimes, you just gotta know when to walk away."
📣 Call to Action:

If you found this conversation insightful, please:
✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform.
✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen: ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics
✅ Check out our substack: coreysnathan.substack.com
✅ Watch the full conversation and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion

🔗 Connect on Social Media:

It's @coreysnathan on...

Our Sponsors:

Let’s keep talkin' politics and religion—with gentleness and respect. 🎙️💡

  continue reading

327 episodes

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Manage episode 489771690 series 3479899
Content provided by Scan Media, LLC, Scan Media, and LLC. All podcast content including episodes, graphics, and podcast descriptions are uploaded and provided directly by Scan Media, LLC, Scan Media, and LLC or their podcast platform partner. If you believe someone is using your copyrighted work without your permission, you can follow the process outlined here https://staging.podcastplayer.com/legal.

In this solo episode, host Corey Nathan explores how the "us vs. them" mindset is damaging our democracy and personal relationships. Sharing powerful stories and reflections, Corey examines how this mentality can escalate from figurative harm to literal violence—and what we can do to stop it.

What Is Discussed:

  • How to recognize and avoid “us vs. them” thinking

  • Why specificity matters more than generalizations

  • How to reframe conversations to foster understanding

  • When it’s best to disengage from toxic interactions

Episode Highlights:

  • [00:01:00] The real-life consequences of political tribalism

  • [00:03:00] How a quote from the Declaration of Independence sparked online hostility

  • [00:15:00] Why generalizing leads to vilification

  • [00:21:00] Reactions to the peaceful “No Kings” rally

  • [00:28:00] How to name and address divisive rhetoric

  • [00:34:00] When it’s healthier to walk away

Featured Quotes:

  • "Think specifically, not generally."
  • "Shift our disposition from facing off to side by side."
  • "Sometimes, you just gotta know when to walk away."
📣 Call to Action:

If you found this conversation insightful, please:
✅ Subscribe to Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other on your favorite podcast platform.
✅ Leave a review on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, or wherever you listen: ratethispodcast.com/goodfaithpolitics
✅ Check out our substack: coreysnathan.substack.com
✅ Watch the full conversation and subscribe on YouTube: youtube.com/@politicsandreligion

🔗 Connect on Social Media:

It's @coreysnathan on...

Our Sponsors:

Let’s keep talkin' politics and religion—with gentleness and respect. 🎙️💡

  continue reading

327 episodes

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