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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 22h

And the new episode with @juliaazari.bsky.social is out! share.fireside.fm/episode/6lb2...

Circumscription Episode 8: Unreconstructed

A conversation with political scientist Julia Azari about three racially transformative presidents, and their backlash successors.

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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 1d

I didn't expect this Wikipedia entry to be a relevant link to include on the episode page for my next episode, but @juliaazari.bsky.social made sure it became relevant: en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Faintin...

Fainting goat - Wikipedia

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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 1d

Tomorrow at 5am Eastern, the next episode of Circumscription drops (episode title: "Unreconstructed"), featuring my conversation with @juliaazari.bsky.social about transformative presidents and their backlash successors. Check it out: circumscription.fireside.fm

Circumscription

Where We Set The Limits

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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 3d

A new episode of Circumscription drops on Tuesday morning, and it features my conversation with political scientist @juliaazari.bsky.social. For now, a teaser: youtu.be/uGIN3oZvZ4E

Circumscription Episode 8--Teaser 1

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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 14d

@clarawilkins.bsky.social, thanks again for chatting!

Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 15d

New episode is out. Check it out: circumscription.fireside.fm/7

But What About Us?

A discussion with social psychologist Clara Wilkins, about her research on perceptions of victimization among members of dominant groups.

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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 15d

A teaser for my new episode (dropping tomorrow morning) featuring @clarawilkins.bsky.social: youtu.be/kckY12bWTUc

Circumscription Episode 7--Teaser 1

YouTube video by Michael Sargent

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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 16d

But, football aside, do check out the new podcast episode when it comes out on Tuesday. I'm really happy with this one.

Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 16d

And in the SEC, people are adjusting to the new (or at least the current) version of Vanderbilt. www.newsday.com/sports/colle...

Vanderbilt's football revival: Fans eager to check out undefeated Commodores

Ray Campbell finally stepped foot back on Vanderbilt's campus for a football game for his first well over a decade.

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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 17d

@clarawilkins.bsky.social, it was a pleasure. The episode will drop first thing this upcoming Tuesday morning.

Social Perceptions and Intergroup Attitudes Lab

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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 17d

As an OSU football fan, I was impressed by the Univ. of Washington's talent today. They didn't make it easy for us. And another talent from UW is the guest on my next episode of Circumscription. Social psychologist Clara Wilkins, director of the SPIA Lab at UW joins me: depts.washington.edu/spia/

Social Perceptions and Intergroup Attitudes Lab

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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 17d

To be clear, I like the VRA, but not the fact that it's in jeopardy.

Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 17d

It doesn't feel right to "like" this post, but thanks for getting the word out about the episdoe.

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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 20d

I love The Bulwark, but goddamnit, they just spoiled my otherwise wonderful moment with a glass of single malt Scotch. Or, to put it differently, they give me more reason to drink. Anyway, this is an eye-opening piece. Read it if you dare.

The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · 20d

For Democrats counting on the courts to save them from yet another Trump power grab, fuhgeddaboudit.

The Dirty Move Republicans Could Pull to Keep the House

Election-denying Trump allies could use a rare procedural maneuver to overturn a Democratic midterm win in 2026.

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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 28d

Your long wait is over. A new episode of Circumscription just dropped. This one features my conversation with sociologist of religion @profsamperry.bsky.social, as we discuss Christian nationalism, race, and more. Check it out: circumscription.fireside.fm/6

City of God

A conversation about Christian nationalism, with sociologist Samuel Perry.

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Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · 29d

*sigh*

Don Moynihan @donmoyn.bsky.social · Sep 14

"Smart People Don't Like Me": An Analysis of Right-Wing Grievance Politics (2026)

Anonymous @youranoncentral.bsky.social · Sep 14

Donald Trump: “smart people don’t like me”

Michael Sargent @sargeinpolipsych.bsky.social · Sep 15

My next new podcast episode drops on Tuesday morning. I am delighted to share my conversation with @profsamperry.bsky.social. I sang; I laughed; I cried. (Only one of those is a lie.) Seriously, though, he does great work, and it's thrilling to get to share it with listeners.

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Kat Tenbarge @kattenbarge.bsky.social · Sep 10

There’s a way to be respectful in reporting on Charlie Kirk being shot while also refusing to whitewash who he was and what consequences his political activism has had. Obituaries for public figures are a part of history.

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The Bulwark @thebulwark.com · Sep 10

We were horrified to hear about the murder of Charlie Kirk. Political violence is never acceptable in any context, and should never be condoned. We are thinking of his family and loved ones at this terrible time.