S7. Episode 2: Political Differences in Relationships with Shannon Watson

Tune in for a lively conversation all about politics with Shannon Watson, the Executive Director of Majority in the Middle. Our discussion ranges from media bias to psychological safety and Ashley Madison to cancel culture. Listen as Shannon offers her own thoughts and personal experience around managing relationships across political differences as well as ideas for how to meet in the middle, passively disagree, and find commonalities. Tracy adds in her thoughts on micro and macro aggressions and Corey talks about navigating social media when your “friends” post memes and content that is counter to your beliefs. In the end, Shannon sums it up with, despite your disagreement, “Is it more important to be right(eous) or in relationship?” Show Notes: Gallup-Find out more about American’s political ideologies. Generation Z-Learn more about Gen Z’s thoughts on politics #MeToo-Learn more about this “survivor-led movement against sexual violence.” Starts With Us-Check out information on this movement about ending polarizing politics in the United States. The Ashley Madison Affair-Tune in to watch this docuseries on Ashley Madison, an “infidelity dating website for married people.” Braver Angels-Learn more about this cross-partisan organization aimed at bridging the partisan divide. Shannon Watson Web: majoritymiddle.com