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Welcome to Current Affairs Unfiltered, the podcast that cuts through the noise to deliver the political stories that matter most. Hosted by Paige, a researcher and analyst with a strong academic background in political science and international affairs, this show dives into the latest developments in domestic and international politics, unraveling the complexities behind the headlines to make them as accessible and digestible as possible. In a world where news can often feel overwhelming and ...
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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige unpacks a whirlwind of political headlines, starting with President Biden’s recent cancer diagnosis and the media frenzy that followed. She dives into Trump’s ongoing assault on regulation and accountability, the chaos surrounding the latest budget bill, and the high-stakes debate over birthright…
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The Commute Free Controversy w/ Brittany Rastsmith
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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige and Brittany Rastsmith, founder of Bloom Remote, unpack the politics of remote work—how it became a cultural battleground, what it says about worker autonomy, and why the debate goes far beyond productivity. From the historical roots of labor control to the modern media narratives fueling office …
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Paige dives into the latest swirl of political absurdity and serious concern. From Karoline Leavitt’s meltdown over price transparency at checkout to Trump’s partisan purge of the Holocaust Memorial Council. Paige breaks down Canada’s surprising election swing, a new U.S. - Ukraine minerals deal, and the bizarre proposal to reopen Alcatraz. She als…
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Follow The Money, Lose The Plot w/ Dan McMillan
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Let's talk money... In this conversation, Paige chats with Dan McMillan, the founder of Save Democracy in America, and discusses the urgent need for campaign finance reform in the United States, emphasizing the failure of the current political system and the overwhelming influence of money in politics. He introduces the concept of 'voter dollars' a…
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Nancy Mace Thinks Democracy is Harassment
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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige runs through the whirlwind of headlines from the past two weeks. From the latest twists in the Kilmar Abrego Garcia case and the threat of more El Salvador gulags, to governors and universities pushing back on Trump’s agenda—and yes, the most absurd space flex yet: Blue Origin. We’ll unpack the r…
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The Cult of Us and Collective Narcissism w/ Political Psych With Abby
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This week Abby (Political Psych with Abby) and Paige are talking collective narcissism. Abby delves into the concept of collective narcissism, exploring its definition, manifestations in political movements, and its implications for social identity and behavior. The discussion highlights the differences between collective narcissism and related con…
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It's not all bad news this week... In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige discusses a range of pressing political issues, including the ongoing Signalgate controversy which now includes G-Mail, Elon Musk's political loss and a big win in Wisconsin, Cory Booker's record breaking speech, and the implications of Trump's tariffs on the ec…
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From Doomscrolling to Doing: How Overlap is Changing Political Engagement w/ Katya
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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige is joined by Katya, the co-founder of Overlap—the app that's making civic engagement way less confusing and a lot more personal. We'll talk about how a couple of 23-year-olds decided they were done feeling politically hopeless and built a tool to fix it. Katya shares how Overlap is helping users …
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SignalGate from Start to Finish... This week on Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige dives into THE news story of the week: when members of the Trump administration accidentally added The Atlantic Editor-in-Chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, to their Signal group chat discussing attack plans on Yemen and the Houthis. We’ll break down Goldberg’s reporting, go th…
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Schumer Folds, Musk Trolls, and Trump Plans Control
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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige covers the Twitter feud between Elon Musk and Senator Mark Kelly, the U.S. landing on a human rights watch list, Trump's threats to free speech, Tim Walz's call for Democrats to take a more aggressive stance, Chuck Schumer's not so compromise with Republicans, and the controversial use of archaic…
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Vouchers, Villains, and the War on Public Schools w/ Jasmine Bolton
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In this episode, Paige sits down with Jasmine Bolton to unpack the ongoing attacks on public education, from efforts to eliminate the Department of Education to the growing push for school vouchers. They break down common misconceptions about the Department’s role, the real impact of vouchers on educational equity, and how these policies disproport…
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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige dives into the most bizarre and significant stories from the past two weeks, including Elon Musk's controversial email to government employees, the White House's manipulation of press access, and the chaotic dynamics among popular MAGA influencers. The episode also covers Trump's tumultuous meeti…
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Dating Across Party Lines w/ Political Psych With Abby
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In today’s polarized world, dating across party lines can feel more impossible than ever. But has it always been this way? In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige and Abby dive into the challenges, contradictions, and surprising dynamics of political differences in relationships. We explore how ideology shapes attraction, how people na…
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**literally 2 hours after I recorded this, Gov. Kathy Hochul came out saying she would not be dismissing Eric Adams so please take that section with a grain of salt** Everyone be quiet, Elon Musk's kid told Trump to shut his mouth. In this episode, Paige discusses the last two weeks in the news. The conversation covers a range of topics including T…
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Are We Really Talking About Politics? w/ Rafael Holmberg
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In this conversation, Paige and Rafael Holmberg take a philosophical lens to the complexities of the political landscape surrounding Donald Trump. They explore the evolution of Trump’s persona from a farcical figure to a serious political player, the implications of populism in contemporary politics, and the paradoxes within Trump’s support base. T…
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The U.S. Is Not Alright: Trump’s Chaotic First Two Weeks
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The kids are certainly not alright after the last two weeks. In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige breaks down some of the most pressing political developments from the last two weeks. From Elon Musk’s growing influence in government to Trump’s unsettling plans for Guantanamo Bay and Oklahoma’s latest legislative moves, no topic is o…
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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige is joined by Dr. Robert (Bob) Koopman, renowned economist and former Chief Economist of the World Trade Organization, to break down the basics of today’s global economy. Together, they revisit fundamental economic concepts, explore how they apply to current issues like inflation, labor market shi…
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Dictator On Day 1: Trump’s First Day In Office
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Ok so he's back... We’re diving into the whirlwind of executive actions that marked Donald Trump’s first full day back in the Oval Office. From reinstating controversial policies to introducing sweeping new measures, these decisions set the tone for the next chapter of Trump’s presidency. We’ll break down key actions like the unbanning of TikTok, t…
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Alright lets get into it. This week we're were covering a variety of stories over the past few weeks: Mike Johnson retains the speakership, Deb Fischer’s Husband and Karen Pence snub their enemies, Trump’s Expansionist vision for Greenland, Panama and Canada, Amy Coney Barrett has fallen from the grace of MAGA, The Trump team explicitly asks NSC st…
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Cognitive Dissonance and Politics w/ Dr. Wendy Jacobson
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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Dr. Wendy Jacobson joins Paige for a compelling discussion on cognitive dissonance in politics. Together, they delve into the psychological mechanisms that shape the beliefs and behaviors of Trump supporters, exploring the nuanced answer to the question, "Why does my family act like that?" Dr. Jacobson…
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Welcome to Current Affairs Unfiltered. Learn more about the show, Paige's story and what we're going to talk about. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit paigefullman.substack.comBy Paige
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