In this episode, Manny reflects on what it means to live and think in the middle — that quiet space between red and blue where real conversation still has a chance.

After watching local elections play out across Alaska, Manny shares how social media and modern politics have made genuine dialogue harder than ever. The algorithm rewards outrage, the headlines crave reactions, and too often we arrive at every conversation already decided. But what if we started differently?

Manny takes listeners on a thoughtful journey through the way online echo chambers shape our beliefs, the value of long-form conversations, and why empathy might be the most radical act left in today’s political climate. He draws on personal stories, Alaskan life, and even baseball rivalries to remind us that loving the “game” — our shared humanity and community — should matter more than loving any single team.

From protecting free speech and condemning hate, to believing in environmental responsibility and economic opportunity, Manny shows that complex beliefs can coexist — and that humility, not hostility, is what leadership really looks like.

If you’ve ever felt caught between extremes or just tired of the noise, this episode invites you to slow down, reflect before reacting, and rediscover the common ground that still exists right here in the state we call home.

Keep North, Alaska.