A Couple Thinks Podcast

Lisa and Aaron shared their thoughts and key takeaways from two impactful books: "On Tyranny" by Timothy Snyder and "Why Civil Resistance Works" by Erica Chenoweth and Maria J. Stefan . These books delve into the concepts of tyranny, resistance, and the importance of action in safeguarding democratic principles. Understanding "On Tyranny" by Timothy Snyder: 1. Do Not Obey in Advance: Aaron highlig...

With so much happening, it’s easy to feel overwhelmed, but we’ve refined our approach to sorting through the noise. Our updated categories: Noise, Wait and See, Take Action, and Talk about it with others. Don’t forget to add your comments! Sorting Through the Chaos 🔹 Noise & Distractions – The idea of renaming the Gulf of Mexico to "Gulf of America" is nothing more than a political stunt designed...

In today's world, understanding how to effectively engage in protest, resistance, and disruption is more important than ever. These actions can help us navigate social and political challenges and lead to meaningful change. Here's a friendly guide to these concepts and how you can contribute to making a difference. Please consider adding your thoughts to the comments below. Why Taking Action Matte...

In times of uncertainty, it's easy to feel overwhelmed and unfocused. In this episode, we remind you (and ourselves) that it's crucial to channel our emotions into constructive actions to protect our country's values. Recorded on Sunday, February 2nd, as another week of Trump’s chaos unfolds, we provide a detailed guide on how individuals can effect change, emphasizing that every contribution matt...

Join Aaron and Lisa in this deep dive as they focus on select events from the first week of Trump's presidency. This podcast explores how to sort through significant occurrences and determine actionable responses. Lisa and Aaron use the January 6th pardons, Elon Musk’s Nazi salute, and the Executive Order taking aim at birthright citizenship as examples of how they think through responses to the n...

In today’s information age, where our screens are flooded with headlines aiming to grab our attention, the challenge of distinguishing opinion from news and not being misled by salacious headlines is ever present. Lisa and Aaron dive into this multifaceted subject, discussing their personal interactions with media and offering insights on how we can better equip ourselves to navigate the news land...

In today’s divided political climate, understanding how our personal echo chambers impact our views is more important than ever. Join us, Aaron and Lisa, as we delve into an engaging conversation about echo chambers and empathy—topics that challenge us both deeply. We’d love to hear what you think so please share those thoughts in the comments! Introduction We discuss our experiences with echo cha...

In today’s show we think about how to keep our peace in a world full of distractions and triggers.  Join us as we explore practical ways to maintain balance and protect our mental health while navigating today's chaotic political landscape. Get full access to A Couple Thinks at acouplethinks.substack.com/subscribe