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Outrage Overload: Staying grounded through science and balanced perspectivesOutrage on the Mic, Part 2: Outrage Has Always Been With UsIn Part 2 of our special series Outrage on the Mic, we go back in time to explore how public outrage has shaped societies long before the digital age. David Beckemeyer is joined by Outrageous History! host Ernest Granson, who brings his journalist’s eye to scandals, uprisings, and media-fueled conflicts from the French Revolution to the Spanish-American War.Whether you're a history nerd, media critic, or just trying to make sense of today’s outrage culture, this episode is for you.Text me your feedback and leave your contact info if you'd like a re...2025-07-0933 min
Outrage Overload: Staying grounded through science and balanced perspectivesBONUS - Crisis in National Service Undermines Civic Engagement – Maureen EcclestonHow AmeriCorps Cuts Threaten Our Civic FutureTens of thousands of AmeriCorps service positions are being eliminated. In this episode, we explore how cuts to national service programs are affecting communities, civic engagement, and the future of democracy in America.Maureen Eccleston, Chief Impact Officer at Service Year Alliance and longtime AmeriCorps alum, joins David Beckemeyer to break down what these cuts mean, who’s being impacted, and why service years matter now more than ever.We talk about the civic impact of AmeriCorps, how national service bridges political divides, and wh...2025-05-2130 min
Outrage Overload: Staying grounded through science and balanced perspectivesBONUS - Crisis in Journalism with Michael DeasExploring Media Consolidation, Distrust, and the Future of NewsWhy are major newspapers stepping back from endorsing presidential candidates? What does that say about the Fourth Estate—and its ability to hold power accountable?In this episode of Outrage Overload, David Beckemeyer is joined by journalist and educator Michael Deas, former editor at The Chicago Tribune, to explore the challenges facing journalism today. From media consolidation and self-censorship to the erosion of public trust and the rise of alternative media, we take a deep dive into the state of journalism—and...2025-05-0737 min
Outrage Overload: Staying grounded through science and balanced perspectivesOkay Boomer - Mental Health - Valerie BeckWhy do younger generations feel so disconnected from the world their parents grew up in? Are millennials just complaining, or is there something deeper at play?In this special OK Boomer episode of Outrage Overload, host David Beckemeyer sits down with Valerie Beck, a holistic health practitioner and founder of Intrepid Wellness, to explore the complex dynamics between boomers and millennials. From shifting expectations to the weight of generational trauma, Valerie shares insights from her research and coaching experience, shedding light on what younger generations wish older ones understood—and vice ve...2025-03-1213 min
Outrage Overload: Staying grounded through science and balanced perspectives59. Outrage, Fear, and Perception: Understanding Cultivation Theory - James ShanahanHow Media Shapes RealityJames Shanahan, a leading expert on cultivation theory, joins David Beckemeyer to explore how television, news, and social media influence public perception, fear, and political polarization. They discuss the Mean World Syndrome, the rise of outrage media, and how algorithms amplify division. Tune in to learn how media effects shape our world—and what we can do about it.Text me your feedback and leave your contact info if you'd like a reply (this is a one-way text). Thanks, DavidSu...2025-03-0533 min
Outrage Overload: Staying grounded through science and balanced perspectives57. The Digital Detox: How Vinyl and Old Tech Became Cool Again - David SaxWhy Physical Experiences Still Matter in a Digital WorldVinyl records are outselling CDs. Instant-print cameras are finding their way back into people’s hands. Even paper notebooks remain a must-have for many. But why are we seeing this resurgence of analog technologies in an overwhelmingly digital world? In this episode, David Sax, award-winning journalist and author of The Revenge of Analog and The Future is Analog, joins us to uncover why these physical experiences hold such enduring appeal.We look into the deeper reasons behind this analog revival, exploring how tactile experiences fulfill hu...2025-02-0538 min