What makes a great political leader in a deeply divided time, and what can we learn from one of the most striking examples in history? Listen to the story of Nelson Mandela and learn about the surprising strategies that made his leadership work.
This season of Ways & Means is supported by Polis, the Center for Politics at Duke University’s Sanford School of Public Policy. Find out more at polis.duke.edu
The decline in local news is having a real effect on democracy. A look at why local news is struggling -- and what can be done about it.
This season of Ways & Means is supported by Polis, the Center for Politics at Duke University’s Sanford School of Public Policy. Find out more at polis.duke.edu
On this episode we ask – how did the gun control movement become a force in American politics after being overshadowed for so long by the NRA? In a word: money.
This season of Ways & Means is supported by Polis: the Center for Politics at Duke University’s Sanford School of Public Policy
We explore research into how government-funded afterschool programs for poor families are empowering politically motivated parents. Hear from staff and parents about how these programs have inspired change in their community and learn what elements build effective programs.
This season of Ways & Means is supported by Polis: the Center for Politics at Duke University’s Sanford School of Public Policy
Every four years, candidates promise change. But is change possible? Duke professor Dan Ariely says resistance to change is actually hard-wired into human nature, yet bright pockets of innovation exist.
On this episode we explore one of the most vexing issues in politics - how to get more ordinary people to run for office.
The paradox of gender equality. We look at how women gained a political voice in the U.S. – and then (surprisingly) in some ways lost it. And we’re going to ask – what can women do to get their political voice back?