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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Apr 18, 2025
Vietnam 50 Years After the War
We're looking back at one of America's most polarizing wars -- Vietnam. Do Americans still hold passionate and split opinions 50 years later? But first, we're digging into our new numbers on everything that New Yorkers think. From leadership to the economy, from congestion pricing to quality of life, you won't want to miss it! Finally, just in time for Easter, we have a candy-focused fun fact that might be more lighthearted... but just as polarizing!
Apr 11, 2025
Balancing the Branches
In this week's episode, we explore the true power of the executive branch. Then, with recent budget cuts to our national parks, we discuss whether or not these cuts are truly wanted by the American people. Finally, we wrap it up with a fun fact about Americans' preferred form of "art!"
Apr 04, 2025
Tech-Free Livin'
We take a close look at the idea of living without modern technology and whether neo-Luddites might have a point. Then, we dive into the contradiction of how Americans view their own driving skills versus those of others on the road. Finally, we wrap with a decades-old debate over freight trucks on highways.
Mar 28, 2025
Banking on Billionaires?
Do Americans believe that the wealthy are paying their fair share? Then, do you remember the Monopoly Man wearing a monocle? We explore the phenomenon of collective misrememberance, more commonly called the "Mandela Effect." Finally, we wrap it up with a fun Zodiac fact!
Mar 21, 2025
What's Next for Ukraine...and the Vatican?
America's relationship with Ukraine has taken a dramatic turn since Donald Trump returned to the White House but has Americans' opinions about Russian's invasion and war changed as well? Then, the Pope's recent health scare has people considering what's next for the Catholic Church? How do Americans think of this Pope and what priorities the next one should have? We finish with the perfect fun fact for the season. Bless you!
Mar 14, 2025
Tariff Tug-of-War
We've heard a lot about them recently, but what do tariffs really mean for Americans, beyond the political spin? Then, we discuss the complicated history of Cuba and the United States and whether another thaw is on the horizon. Finally, with St. Patrick's Day right around the corner, we're talking four-leaf clovers and whether people still believe in a little Irish luck.
Mar 07, 2025
Sniffing Out Nostalgia
Is the President moving too quickly? We're discussing our brand-new numbers on EVERYTHING that Americans think about Trump's first month and a half back in office. Then, what does childhood smell like to you? If your answer is bubblegum, you're in the majority! Lastly, we throw it back to the British Invasion with a special Beatles fun fact!
Feb 28, 2025
The Future of Civil Rights
As Black History Month ends, civil rights policies find themselves at a crossroads once again. Then, America's views on masculinity are evolving, yet hyper-masculine political figures still garner strong support. Finally, do plants have feelings?
Feb 21, 2025
30 Days In: What About That Inflation?
He's baaacckkk! We recap Trump's first 30 days of his second term. First, we break down public opinion on several of his controversial executive orders and propositions. Then, we dive more in depth on his vow to declassify all files associated with the assassinations of JFK, MLK, and RFK, and how their disclosure might put decades of conspiracy theories to rest...or not! Finally, it turns out the idea of the U.S. taking over Greenland is not a new idea -- but originally the plan was to PAY for it!
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!