Épisodes

  • Love and Terror - The Big Picture with Jack Atherton

    Love and Terror - The Big Picture with Jack Atherton
    Dec 10 2025
    13 min
  • Why we get to play Santa - The Big Picture with Jack Atherton

    Why we get to play Santa - The Big Picture with Jack Atherton
    Dec 3 2025
    Jack Atherton reflects on the meaning of Christmas, discussing generosity, community, and the commercialization of the season. He explores religious teachings about caring for others and contrasts economic systems—capitalism, socialism, and communism—arguing that free-market competition best supports charity and opportunity. The conversation touches on Medicaid, work requirements, and the importance of self-sufficiency, ultimately emphasizing that the prosperity enabling holiday giving stems from a capitalist society, not a socialist one.
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    15 min
  • Social Mobility and a Great Movie - The Big Picture with Jack Atherton

    Social Mobility and a Great Movie - The Big Picture with Jack Atherton
    Nov 19 2025
    13 min
  • Democrats and the Power of Pain - The Big Picture with Jack Atherton

    Democrats and the Power of Pain - The Big Picture with Jack Atherton
    Nov 12 2025
    14 min
  • Elections pit cities against the country - Big Picture with Jack Atherton

    Elections pit cities against the country - Big Picture with Jack Atherton
    Nov 5 2025
    17 min
  • Make America Sing Again - Big Picture with Jack Atherton

    Make America Sing Again - Big Picture with Jack Atherton
    Oct 29 2025
    Can music truly shape the moral and cultural fabric of a nation? Join us on an enlightening journey through America's musical heritage as we examine how songs have both reflected and influenced the values of our society over the centuries. Jack Atherton guides us as we traverse the expansive landscape of American music, from the spiritual chants of Native Americans to the profound impact of European immigrants. We delve into the contributions of early pioneers like Stephen Foster, whose melodies captured the spirit of a nation in transition, and celebrate the profound influence of African and Caribbean rhythms that have enriched our musical tapestry. Together, we reflect on how the civil rights movement not only transformed society but also spotlighted the genius of black musicians such as Louis Armstrong and Duke Ellington, who brought the vibrant energy of jazz into the mainstream consciousness.

    This episode invites listeners to reconnect with these classic tunes and explore how revisiting them can enrich America's cultural future. Join us as we celebrate and critically engage with the melodies that have not only echoed through the past but continue to inspire our present and future.
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    15 min
  • Truly Affordable Healthcare - Big Picture with Jack Atherton

    Truly Affordable Healthcare - Big Picture with Jack Atherton
    Oct 22 2025
    16 min
  • Is Consensus Dead? - Big Picture with Jack Atherton

    Is Consensus Dead? - Big Picture with Jack Atherton
    Oct 15 2025
    Jack Atherton evaluates the role of consensus in American politics, featuring insights from leaders across the political spectrum, past and present. Figures like Adlai Stevenson, Dwight Eisenhower, Lyndon Johnson, Ronald Reagan, and Donald Trump serve as benchmarks for building bridges across party lines. We highlight the vital role of open debate, persuasion, and the media in fostering a climate of dialogue—a task taken up by voices like Charlie Kirk and Barry Weiss. Tune in to hear how maintaining passionate yet respectful discourse can lead to political unity, decisive electoral triumphs, and a more unified national identity.
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    16 min