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The Nova Society

Dr. Mark George Bound, Dr. Scott Gerschwer, & Dr. Brooklynn Ann Welden
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    Is social media harming our children's mental health? S5E64 06.01.2026

    01/06/2026 | 37 mins.
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    Corbin from Portland OR writes, I’d like to talk about a couple of health issues in the news. New studies show that teens may be experiencing severe mental health issues due to screen time. I can see it everywhere I go.  Young people glued to their phones. Conversation seems to be a thing of the past. Should tech companies be held responsible? Should government try to legislate tech usage if this is a real problem. As Online professors, is distance learning part of the problem? 
     Second I just saw that Trump has shut out key US researchers from working with the rest of the world about virus response plans. Why do you think he would do that? Didn’t we learn anything from the COVID pandemic? Who do you think suffers more from this move? The US or the rest of the world? 
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    Shootings and Weddings. Conspiracy theories? S5E63 05.29.2026

    29/05/2026 | 17 mins.
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    Ted from Little Rock AR writes, OK maybe I’m being a conspiracy theorist here but is all seems just a bit convenient. Trump skips his oldest sons wedding and low and behold, shots are fired on the White House grounds, making it look like a really pathetic assassination attempt. I know there are crazy people out there and Trump is unpopular, but, I don’t know this all seems so, conveniently staged. What does the panel think?  
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    In season 5, we will transition to 3 episodes per week and expand episode lengths for more in-depth conversations.
    Stay tuned for more information about our proposed weekly second channel, The Nova Society-Side Projects, where we have conversations with guests about topics important to them and to you, our listeners.

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    The Texas Primaries S5E62 05.27.2026

    28/05/2026 | 20 mins.
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    Renee from Dallas Texas Writes, Even though his poll numbers are in the low 30s it would seem the Trump hold on the Republican party is still strong. Here in Texas, Paxton has won the primary ousting John Cornyn. It wasn’t only a win, it was a massive win for Paxton. (As I write this Paxton is up by more than 20 points.)  Now I was never a fan of Cornyn, but Paxton is on a different level of POS. Democrats seem happy that Paxton won, I’m guessing because they think they will have an easier time beating Paxton in the general.  What does the panel think? Is Paxton the easier candidate. Rumors have it that Cornyn might run as an independent. Do you think he will and will this have an impact on the general? Might Cornyn, like Massie, use his remaining time to trash Trump? 
    Support the show
    The Nova Society Podcast 
    In season 5, we will transition to 3 episodes per week and expand episode lengths for more in-depth conversations.
    Stay tuned for more information about our proposed weekly second channel, The Nova Society-Side Projects, where we have conversations with guests about topics important to them and to you, our listeners.

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    Questions from ASU S5E61 05.25.2026

    25/05/2026 | 41 mins.
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    John from Tempe Arizona writes, I’ve listened to the Nova Society for over 3 years now and enjoy the show. I teach political theory at the local university, (ASU) and my classes are in a heated discussions regarding the state of politics in America today. I have listened with interest to your take regarding the Trump Presidency. I think the panel has some different views as to what and why we are seeing what we are seeing. This may be an unusual request, but I hope the panel will consider it. My class cannot agree if Trump is the symptom or the disease. They cannot decide if the problem is the system, just Trump, or the people. They also cannot come up with a clear plan on how to fix the current state of American politics. I was wondering if the panel would take up these questions and with your permission, I’d like to present that episode to my 5 classes to further our discussions. Thank you for considering this request. 
    Support the show
    The Nova Society Podcast 
    In season 5, we will transition to 3 episodes per week and expand episode lengths for more in-depth conversations.
    Stay tuned for more information about our proposed weekly second channel, The Nova Society-Side Projects, where we have conversations with guests about topics important to them and to you, our listeners.

    Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page
    Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page.

    Support the Nova Society
    Email us your Questions
    Subscribe to the Nova Society

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    Past episodes & read our blog Here.

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    Shootings and Weddings. Conspiracy theories? S5E63 05.29.2026

    22/05/2026 | 17 mins.
    Do you have a question or comment? Want to suggest a topic for our panel or be a guest on the Nova Society? Send us a message!
    Ted from Little Rock AR writes, OK maybe I’m being a conspiracy theorist here but is all seems just a bit convenient. Trump skips his oldest sons wedding and low and behold, shots are fired on the White House grounds, making it look like a really pathetic assassination attempt. I know there are crazy people out there and Trump is unpopular, but, I don’t know this all seems so, conveniently staged. What does the panel think?  
    Support the show
    The Nova Society Podcast 
    In season 5, we will transition to 3 episodes per week and expand episode lengths for more in-depth conversations.
    Stay tuned for more information about our proposed weekly second channel, The Nova Society-Side Projects, where we have conversations with guests about topics important to them and to you, our listeners.

    Our Buzzsprout Home Landing Page
    Direct SMS message to the podcast from the “message us” link on our page.

    Support the Nova Society
    Email us your Questions
    Subscribe to the Nova Society

    Subscribe to our RSS Feed
    Join Our Facebook Page & YouTube Channel
    Past episodes & read our blog Here.

    JCIS

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About 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.
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