The State of Free Speech on Campus
Is academic freedom under threat? Cooper and Mike debate the boundaries of free expression at universities, from speaker disinvitations to content policies.
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Real conversations across the aisle. Cooper Simmons and Mike Marro break down the issues that matter — without the shouting.
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In a media landscape built on division, Elevated Thoughts dares to do something different. Each episode brings together a conservative and a liberal to discuss the headlines, the policies, and the culture wars — with honesty, humor, and mutual respect.
No echo chambers. No gotcha moments. Just two friends who disagree on almost everything — and think that's a feature, not a bug.
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ListenAI Regulation: Innovation vs. Safety
As AI reshapes every industry, who should regulate it? Cooper argues for a lighter touch while Mike pushes for stronger guardrails.
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