A Couple Thinks

Podcast chats that help make sense of a messy world—with clarity, compassion, and a dash of humor.

Launched a year ago

Hope v. Grievance

In this episode, we explore two very different visions for America: one rooted in hope, community, and shared purpose, and another fueled by chaos…
22 hrs ago•A Couple Thinks

Latest Episodes

• Reprise: Where It All Began

  In this episode from May of 2025, we take a step back from the chaos of current events and trace our personal paths through politics and activism, from…
  Jun 16•A Couple Thinks

• Experience Counts

  In this week’s episode, we start by answering “Why does California take so long to count ballots?”
  Jun 9•A Couple Thinks

• Don't take the bait

  As the midterm campaigns move into high gear, one thing is already clear: the culture wars are back.
  Jun 2•A Couple Thinks

• How we voted.

  This week’s episode is a shorter one for Memorial Day weekend.
  May 26•A Couple Thinks

• Coping Mechanisms

  We’re coping with a strange balancing act right now.
  May 19•A Couple Thinks

• The Gerrymander Games

  Another week, another reminder that democracy is not a “set it and forget it” system.
  May 12•A Couple Thinks

• Reprise: Be a Helper, Find the Good

  Aaron was out of town for most of the past week so we didn’t record a new episode.
  May 5•A Couple Thinks

A Couple Thinks
Podcast chats that help make sense of a messy world—with clarity, compassion, and a dash of humor.