Poll Hub Podcast

Poll Hub goes behind the science to explain how polling works, what polls really show, and what the numbers really mean.

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Feb 14, 2025

The Hearts Episode

February is American Health Month so we're looking at how and why heart disease has become the nation's leading cause of death, leading some to label this growing problem as an "epidemic." February is also home to Valentine's Day, and we're diving into the "ick factor," the biggest dating deal-breakers that could turn a night of romance into a disaster. We finish with a "heartwarming" fun fact!

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Feb 07, 2025

The Cost of Knowledge

Do Americans feel that schools do enough to teach financial management? The answer is a resounding NO. Then, with the Super Bowl, America's most bet-on sporting event, coming up, we discuss the increasing popularity of mobile sports betting. And, for our fun fact, we keep it on theme!

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Jan 31, 2025

Campaign Cash Clash

Does all the money in politics actually make a difference? We take a look at how Americans feel about public financing and whether it's gaining traction. Then, we dive into the growing debate on global connectedness... are we too connected or not connected enough? For some fun, we reveal America's favorite room in the house.

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Jan 24, 2025

Loyalty Programs: Consumer Love or Necessity?

With Inauguration Day come and gone, we take a closer look at public opinion surrounding President Trump's recent slew of executive orders. Then, we explore whether loyalty programs still deliver the value consumers once enjoyed. Finally, we celebrate Beer Can Appreciation Day with a fun fact about wartime tin-saving habits!

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Jan 17, 2025

Mocktail Nation: How Alcohol Use is Dropping Fast

As President-elect Trump prepares for his return to the White House, Americans are divided on some of his key policy proposals. We'll take a closer look at the data from our new poll. Then, it's Dry January so what better time to explore the accelerating trend of Americans drinking less alcohol? Finally, are you planning a European vacation this summer? For this week's fun fact, we're going WAY back to see which European country Americans most wanted to visit...when that meant a trip on a ship.

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Jan 10, 2025

The 2024 Polls Were...Really Accurate

Now that we've had a couple of months to look at our (and others') polling data AND the actual election results, we have a good handle on how well the polls did in 2024. Then, our new poll shows Americans are as optimistic about the state of our democracy as they've been since 2021, BUT...a big majority are still worried. And our first fun fact of 2025 is about presidential pay...and somehow, Babe Ruth?!?

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Dec 20, 2024

Disappearing May-December Relationships

are changing. Why? We search for some answers. And, since this is our last episode of 2025, we are looking at our annual holiday poll that had some twists this year. Finally, the fun fact finishes off the thematic series with a hearty Bah Humbug!

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Dec 13, 2024

Are We Losing Focus?

How do Americans feel about the incoming administration? We discuss some of the highlights in our newly released national poll. Then, we explore our decreasing attention spans and how apps like TikTok contribute to this problem. Of course, we keep the seasonal vibes going with this week's fun fact.

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Dec 06, 2024

The New Space Race + EV Stall Out

The old space race was America versus the Soviet Union, but the new one is more Musk versus Bezos. What do we think of the privatization of space? And in other tech news...EV sales have flatlined, but most experts still believe we'll all eventually be driving electric vehicles. What will it take to convince the driving public? And the holiday fun fact themes continue into December -- what makes the season sparkle for you?

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Nov 27, 2024

Talking Turkey...and Football

Then, what's Thanksgiving without a bit of football... or a lot of debate?

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