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Micah Hanks

Middle Theory

A weekly History, Society and Culture podcast featuring Micah Hanks
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Middle Theory

Micah Hanks

Middle Theory

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Middle Theory

Micah Hanks

Middle Theory

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This week, we look at the numbers as COVID-19 infections rise among America's unvaccinated. As the "Summer Outbreak" ensues, what does the data really say?
This week, we ask how we became so polarized, and look at the underlying reasons for division in our culture in a discussion about the meaning behind the "Middle Theory."  
This week, growing concerns over Russia's nuclear rhetoric in recent days has experts looking at how far Vladimir Putin might go in his quest to conquer Ukraine. 
This week, controversy ensues over Elon Musk's acquisition of Twitter, and whether the platform can improve under Musk's leadership.
As Ukrainian officials say the "Battle of Donbas" has begun, we look at how one controversial Russian cleric has urged for "holy war" as the conflict in Ukraine wears on.
This week, we analyze Elon Musk's new influence on social media giant Twitter, and the company's issue with bots posing as users.
In this episode, we are joined by YouTube documentarian and essayist Peter Coffin for a philosophical and economically-minded discussion about cancel culture.
This week, violence erupts at the Oscars during an unscripted episode between Best Actor Award recipient Will Smith and host Chris Rock.
As the crisis in Ukraine continues, world leaders ask how long the present stalemate might continue, and whether an attempt at removing Putin from power could soon occur from within Russia.
This week we discuss the latest on the situation with Russia's invasion of Ukraine, with insights on the conflict from reporter Tim McMillan.
With Russian forces meeting stronger resistance from Ukraine than expected, we look at recent anti-war protests in Russia, and possible motives driving Putin's decision to invade the country. 
As Russia’s invasion of Ukraine ensues, we examine the complicated dynamics between nations, and the new face of warfare in the technological age of the 21st century.
This week, western nations impose sanctions against Russia as Vladimir Putin moves military forces into two regions of Ukraine in the early stages of an apparent invasion.
Tensions remain high on the Ukrainian border, as reports of Russian withdrawals are met with skepticism by NATO and the US amid claims of disinformation from both the East and West. 
This week, cancel culture wars continue to be waged over controversial podcaster Joe Rogan and missing Trump-era historical documents.
This week, comedian Joe Rogan stokes the fires of controversy, putting the streaming platform Spotify at the center of a debate over the content it features. 
As tensions continue to rise in Ukraine, we look at statements by President Biden which may have given Russia a green light for invasion. 
This week, we look at allegations by U.S. intelligence officials of a possible "False Flag" operation planned by Russia as justification for invading Ukraine. 
As we kick off 2022, we reflect on themes of the 1973 film "Soylent Green", and why recent polls show people think Democracy is in peril. 
This week, as 2021 winds to a close we take a look at predictions for the coming year, and what we can expect in 2022.
As TIME announces Elon Musk as its pick for 2021 Person of the Year, we look at the SpaceX founder's ideology and outlook on the future, as well as perspectives on the controversial billionaire's achievements. 
This week, as New York City announces the first-in-the-nation private sector vaccine mandate for New York workers, we look at the complexities surrounding the move as the omicron variant spreads in the U.S. 
This week, with the arrival of the new Omicron variant of COVID 19, we look at what is known, and what experts are saying as we head toward the holidays. 
This week, we analyze media reactions to the verdict in the murder trial of Kyle Rittenhouse, and how political lines have been drawn regarding the jury's decision. 
As former Trump advisor Steve Bannon becomes the first person to be charged with criminal contempt of Congress in decades, we look at what this signals for other members of the past administration.
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