The Nova Society
We answer listener questions about the stories shaping today’s headlines and the social and political issues influencing our world. Our mission is to inform with clear, unbiased commentary grounded in critical thinking and analytical depth. Through thoughtful, in‑depth conversations, we explore current events and the challenges facing society, while still making space to enjoy the discussion along the way. We believe facts matter, and that misinformation and disinformation pose some of the greatest risks to an informed and healthy civilization.
Episodes
624 episodes
Redistricting in Virginia S5E58 05.18.2025
Today our question in from Tammy from Roanoke, Virginia writes, “I am very angry at the Virginia Supreme Court, overturning the redistricting decision made by the people. How is it possible for a group of judges to reject a democratically appro...
Trump's trip to China S5E57 05.15.2026
Today we hear from James from Toronto Canada writes: So the American President is going to China. With all that is going on in the world, this might make sense. But when I think about your President I begin to wonder if this could be a further ...
Attacking the Dragon A book about China where fiction and reality collide with A. Marc. Ross S5E56 05.13.2026
Today, we are happy to welcome author A. Marc Ross to discuss his new book, "Attacking the Dragon," a political thriller we think all our listeners will enjoy. We will be discussing the book and how this piece of fiction might relate to China's...
The peoples Primary Concept with Tom Joseph S5E55 05.11.2026
Today we welcome Tom Joseph, businessman, entrepreneur, and civic reform advocate. Tom joins us to explore his groundbreaking People’s Primary model, an innovative approach to selecting congressional delegates that reimagines how v...
US Aviation policy and the death of Spirit Airlines S5E54 05.08.2026
Today our question comes from Peter from San Antonio Texas who writes, Last week Spirit Airlines closed operations. Although Spirit sucked as a carrier, it did offer opportunities to many wanting a less cost prohibitive option for air travel. S...
SCOTUS and the Voting Rights Act S5E53 05.06.2026
Today our question is from Alicia from Rome, GA writes, Recently SCOTUS handed down a major decision impacting the voting rights Act in striking down Louisiana v. Callais. I have a bunch of questions regarding this decision. <...
Hegseth on the Hill S5E52 05.04.2026
Today our question is from George from Tallahassee, FL writes: Recently Pete Hegseth was questioned by congress, and it was explosive. Some members questioned the war in Iran. Calling it a “Quagmire”. In usual Trump administration fashion...
The King's visit and changes at OPEC S5E51 05.01.2026
Today we hear from Heather from Lexington VA writes, King Charles III is visiting Washington in celebration of the country’s 250th anniversary. What is the real purpose of the King’s visit? Since he has no real power is there a diplomatic reaso...
A Shooting at the WHCD? S5E50 04.29.2026
Today our question is from Kay from Lancaster PA writes: So what could have been a disastrous Whitehouse Correspondents dinner was avoided by a gunman. Of course conspiracy theorists are saying that it was all planned. But I tend to believe tha...
Tweets, Decline, and Manipulation S5E49 04.27.2026
Today, we welcome back Dr. Stephen Ducat as we discuss Trump Tweets, Cognitive Decline, and the impact of manipulation on society.
Predictions from the IMF S5E48 04.24.2026
Today, we answer a question from Thomas from Las Vegas, Nevada, who writes, Of course, the economy is on everyone’s mind. The conflict in Iran is helping raise the price of almost everything. I’ve been following the IMF, and my questions stem f...
Could the Iran Conflict Expand and who really has the leverage? S5E47 04.22.2026
Today we hear from Joyce from Kansas City, Missouri, who writes: " It’s hard to decide what is truth and what is fiction coming out of the Iran conflict. But it seems almost all social media and news outlets are asking the same questions. How c...
Trump V the Pope S5E46 04.20.2026
A listener writes; I know Mark is Catholic. How does he and the panel see the fight Trump seems to have taken up with the Pope? What about that Jesus/Doctor post on Truth Social? I see in the news even his most MAGA of Morons are not happ...
Elections in Hungary S5E45 04.17.2026
Candace from Butte, Montana writes, Victor Orban’s party was elected out in what is being described as a landslide in Hungary. I think this is interesting for us here in the US since Trump has used the Orban playbook to move us toward a more au...
What's the Point with Eva Posner S5E44 04.15.2026
Today we had a lot of fun with our special guest Eva Posner. Eva is a sought-after podcast guest known for her insightful, direct, and often humorous takes on Democratic politics, campaigns, and ideology. She fearlessly pulls back t...
Iran Oil, War, and Credibility Part 2 S5E43 04.13.2026
Today we finish our conversation started on Friday. We try to make sense of the Iran war and Scott says the quiet part out loud.
Iran Oil, War, and Credibility S5E42 04.10.2026
Today, we begin a conversation attempting to make sense of recent events for many of our listeners. Today, we’re stepping into a week so packed with developments that it feels like the news cycle is running on fast‑forward.
Breaking the Chains of Party Politics with Metin Pekin S5E41 04.08.2026
Today, we welcome our guest, Metin Pekin, to the Nova Society. Metin introduces a compelling vision of politics without traditional political parties, one built on truly independent representatives whose only loyalty is to their constituents.
Iran, Oil, and Birthright Citizenship Part 2 S5E40 04.06.2026
Today, we conclude our conversation from last Friday as we discuss the Iran Conflict, Oil, innovation, the future of America's world influence, birthright citizenship, and Israel.
Iran, Oil, Birthright Citizenship and the mess we are in S5E39 04.03.2026
Today, we have 2 questions that we will be splitting up into 2 episodes. Tonya from Statesville, North Carolina writes: OK, it seems American and world politics get crazier and crazier by the day. Snowflake Hegseth is threatening to...
The dangers of Technology and AI with Dr. Peter Solomon S5E38 04.01.2026
Today, we have the pleasure of welcoming Dr. Peter Solomon onto the Podcast. Dr. Peter Solomon is a scientist, educator, successful entrepreneur, and author. His current mis...
The philosophical Angle with Chris Angle S5E37 03.30.2026
Today, we welcome Chris Angle to the Podcast. Chris is a University of Michigan, graduate who studied in Japan Missionary - Japanese Language & Culture When matriculating at the University of Michigan, Chris discovered...
TSA, ICE in Airports, and Trump's Muller comments S5E36 03.27.2026
Today our question is from Troy from Pine Valley, California, who writes, ICE in airports? As if they weren’t bad enough out in the open! This just sounds like a disaster looking for a place to happen. I never thought I’d be defending the TSA, ...
What is really going on in Iran S5E35 03.25.2026
Today we field a question from Tina from Wildwood, New Jersey, writes: OK, I think I’m confused, and I’m not the only one. Please, if you have any insight, what is really the status of the War with Iran? Trump says we’ve won. Then we are making...
Ramon Perez The Digital Democracy Project S5E34 03.23.2026
Today, we welcome Ramon Perez to the podcast. Ramon is an expert on Artificial Intelligence, a former military officer, and Executive Director at the Digital Democracy Project (DDP). After years in both civic service and the tech sector, he’s m...