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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Sep 20, 2024
Election Fraud Goes Global
We hear a lot about alleged voter fraud in America but actual election fraud is happening in democracies across the globe. We're also digging into our new battleground state polls in Michigan, Wisconsin, and Pennsylvania. Who's ahead and why? Finally, have you ever considered running for office or would your past come back to haunt you?
Sep 13, 2024
Debate Debrief
We break down the key moments from the presidential debate between Vice President Kamala Harris and former President Donald Trump. We also dig into the fresh, national polling data from NPR/PBS News/Marist that was released just prior to the debate. And, we wrap things up with a fun fact that might leave you feeling a bit drowsy.
Sep 06, 2024
What You See Now May Be What You Get on Election Day
Labor Day marks the traditional start of the election campaign season but for all the debates and October surprises, history shows very little actually changes between now and then. Gender has become the latest culture war issue, but experts say what some think is a crisis is actually vanishingly rare and is likely just a scare tactic. And, we wrap with a fun fact about reality TV. Would you, or wouldn't you?
Aug 30, 2024
Resignation to Creation
We explore the shift from Great Resignation to the Big Creation, as millions of Americans leave their jobs for better opportunities. Then, there's a new resurgence of nuclear energy in the U.S., even as memories of past disasters continue to spark concern. Finally, we end on a lighter note, just how American are you?
Aug 22, 2024
Any Room for a DNC Bounce for Harris?
The Democrats are buzzing with new energy as Kamala Harris accepts the nomination and takes the lead in most polls. But, will this translate into a post-convention bounce? Meanwhile, #Project2025 is gaining traction as the self-declared “blueprint for the next conservative administration,” even as Trump says he doesn't know much about it. Just how big a deal will this prove to be with voters? And, with mixed emotions, we say farewell to our longtime producer in her final Poll Hub episode. Join us for a special throwback you won’t want to miss!
Aug 16, 2024
Botox for the Young
Is Botox safe for young people? We typically think of it as an age reducer for older generations, but its use has been on the rise for younger adults. Why? And, what are the risks? Cannabis has come a long way in America, but has legalization changed the way we use it? Finally, this week's fun fact celebrates back-to-college season by jumping back to the 1930s!
Aug 09, 2024
The Truth About Childless Cat Ladies
The teams are set -- Harris/Walz versus Trump/Vance -- and we have new polling laying out some big changes in the race. JD Vance got our attention with his comments about childless cat ladies, but it is actually true that Americans have been having fewer kids for decades. Why is that? There's no fun fact this week, but instead a sendoff for one of the Poll Hub team.
Aug 02, 2024
News, Nonsense, and TikTok
Feeling overwhelmed trying to find a reliable news source? This week on Poll Hub, Marist's own Kevin Lerner helps us break down how to spot misinformation and find credible news sources. Next, we are joined by TikTok influencer Maddie Schrader to find out what a successful TikTok star thinks of the government's move to either force the sale of TikTok or ban it entirely. You've got mail. No, not the paper kind. This week's Lee-less fun fact goes back to a time when AOL mail was THE thing.
Jul 25, 2024
Madam President?
Biden's out and it looks like Harris is in? Our one-day poll is out and we're explaining what it means...and doesn't. U.S. nursing homes are failing in many ways, but who is going to fix them? We discuss America's elderly and their worsening care. Finally, with Summer Olympics ready to start in Paris, we have a fun fact that's perfect!
Jul 19, 2024
Cryptic Cryptocurrency
From the assassination attempt to the RNC convention, a LOT has happened since our last episode, including one of our polls that got a lot of attention so...we've got plenty to discuss. Then, do you trust crypto? Should you? We dive into what exactly this form of currency is and how it affects us. You scream! We scream! We're all screaming for this week's fun fact.