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Deep Dive with Shawn
Sea Tree Media
150 episodes
2 months ago
Send us a text What does it feel like to watch democracy crumble in real time? In this raw, deeply personal conversation that marks the (maybe) final episode of Deep Dive, host Shawn C. Fettig and political scientist Dr. Sara Benesh confront the terrifying reality of America's democratic collapse and our collective failure to respond. After three and a half years of weekly episodes, Fettig explains his decision to step back from punditry about how bad things are and pivot toward developing c...
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Send us a text What does it feel like to watch democracy crumble in real time? In this raw, deeply personal conversation that marks the (maybe) final episode of Deep Dive, host Shawn C. Fettig and political scientist Dr. Sara Benesh confront the terrifying reality of America's democratic collapse and our collective failure to respond. After three and a half years of weekly episodes, Fettig explains his decision to step back from punditry about how bad things are and pivot toward developing c...
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Deep Dive with Shawn
Dead Democracy Walking: A Farewell (w/ Dr. Sara Benesh)
Send us a text What does it feel like to watch democracy crumble in real time? In this raw, deeply personal conversation that marks the (maybe) final episode of Deep Dive, host Shawn C. Fettig and political scientist Dr. Sara Benesh confront the terrifying reality of America's democratic collapse and our collective failure to respond. After three and a half years of weekly episodes, Fettig explains his decision to step back from punditry about how bad things are and pivot toward developing c...
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2 months ago
44 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Leaving America E12: Taxation without Representation and Renunciation
Send us a text The invisible chain that follows every American abroad isn't nostalgia—it's the IRS. Unlike citizens of virtually every other nation, Americans must file tax returns no matter where they build their lives, creating a bureaucratic burden that turns paradise into paperwork. This final episode of Leaving America dives deep into the unique tax situation facing U.S. citizens abroad. We explore the Foreign Earned Income Exclusion that shields most expats from actually paying U.S. ta...
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2 months ago
43 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Leaving America E11: Spotlight on South Africa!
Send us a text What if the perfect expat destination for Americans isn't Portugal or Costa Rica, but South Africa? A country where your dollars stretch four times further, world-class healthcare costs pennies on the dollar, and English is widely spoken across breathtaking landscapes from cosmopolitan Cape Town to the wild savannas. South Africa represents a compelling paradox for potential American expats. The affordability is staggering—nice apartments from $430-1100 monthly, excellent wine...
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2 months ago
39 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Leaving America E10: The Golden Passports - Citizenship by Investment and by Lineage
Send us a text The American passport was once considered the gold standard of global mobility. Today, a growing number of US citizens are seeking second citizenship as insurance against political instability, rights erosion, and uncertainty. This episode delves into the legitimate, legal pathways to obtaining additional passports through Citizenship by Investment (CBI) programs. We explore how certain countries—particularly in the Caribbean—offer full citizenship in exchange for financial co...
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3 months ago
59 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Leaving America E9: Spotlight on New Zealand!
Send us a text Ever fantasized about leaving America's polarized politics for New Zealand's pristine landscapes? Before you pack your bags for Middle Earth, listen to the unfiltered truth from two expats who took the leap without ever visiting first. My husband, Pavel, returns and we chat with our friends Alex and Andy, who each moved to New Zealand, and reveal what actually happens when you trade global chaos for Kiwi calm. Their stories expose surprising realities about life in New Zealand...
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3 months ago
1 hour 1 minute

Deep Dive with Shawn
Leaving America E8: The English-Speakers - Canada, Australia, and New Zealand
Send us a text When Americans consider moving abroad, one of the first questions is often "Can I go somewhere where they speak English?" But, it's not just about avoiding language barriers—it's about finding a place where cultural references, legal systems, and core values feel somewhat familiar during an otherwise challenging transition. Canada, Australia, and New Zealand offer exactly that comfort zone with the added benefits of universal healthcare, stronger social safety nets, and politi...
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3 months ago
58 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Leaving America E7: Spotlight on The Philippines!
Send us a text What happens when a three-month vacation accidentally becomes a 15-month immersion into island life? For Heidi and Tony, being stranded in the Philippines during the early pandemic lockdowns wasn't just an inconvenience – it became a transformative lesson in what truly matters. In this conversation, we discover how a small Philippine island with unreliable electricity, occasional water shortages, and zero Amazon delivery options became a paradise of sorts. The couple shares ho...
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3 months ago
1 hour 2 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Leaving America E6: The Digital Nomad Life - Southeast Asia
Send us a text The digital nomad movement has evolved from a fringe lifestyle into a global phenomenon, with Southeast Asia emerging as its undisputed headquarters. This episode explores the realities of remote work in paradise, cutting through Instagram filters to reveal what actually awaits Americans seeking escape through digital nomad visas. We break down the distinct flavors of nomad life across four key destinations. Bali offers spiritual sanctuary amid rice fields and infinity pools, ...
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4 months ago
1 hour 5 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Leaving America E5: Spotlight on Honduras!
Send us a text Christina Korpi, fresh out of college with degrees in Spanish and psychology, arrived in Honduras with practical preparations but couldn't anticipate how profoundly this Central American nation would challenge her American perspective. The cultural adjustments began immediately. Despite Spanish fluency from previous stays in Spain and Mexico, Honduras presented its own linguistic nuances. More surprising were social expectations—Christina packed practical clothes for the tropi...
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4 months ago
52 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Leaving America E4: The Latin American Dream
Dreaming of a life where your morning coffee comes with a side of tropical birds rather than the military in your neighborhood? You're not alone. As more Americans find themselves struggling with rising costs and political tensions at home, Latin America has emerged as the promised land of affordable living and reclaimed time. Mexico leads the charge as America's favorite escape hatch, with over 1.6 million US citizens now calling it home. With manageable residency requirements—roughly $2,80...
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4 months ago
1 hour 5 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Leaving America E3: Spotlight On France!
What if you could wake up tomorrow in a country that has peaceful protests without military intervention? Where healthcare is a right, not a privilege? Where a five-day hospital stay results in no bill, and where life moves at a pace that prioritizes enjoyment over hustle? This isn't fantasy—it's daily reality in France. France beckons Americans with its seductive blend of art, food, architecture, and a profound dedication to leisure. But beyond the postcard-perfect landscapes lies something...
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4 months ago
38 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Leaving America E2: The Easy Escapes in Europe
The American dream increasingly feels like a nightmare for many – healthcare tied to employment, minimal vacation time, and a system that prioritizes profit over wellbeing. In this episode, we're focusing on one of the most popular destinations for Americans eyeing the exits - Europe - with its universal healthcare, work-life balance, and social stability. But is relocating across the Atlantic actually achievable for ordinary Americans? With approximately 1.2 million US citizens already havi...
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4 months ago
51 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Leaving America E1: Should You Stay or Should You Go?
What if you could escape the endless news cycle, afford healthcare without a second mortgage, and actually use your vacation days without guilt? Welcome to "Leaving America," the limited series where we're diving into why a record 40% of Americans are now considering life beyond US borders, why so many are actually taking the leap, where to go, and how to get there. This isn't just daydreaming anymore. From Mexico granting 11,000+ residencies to Americans in 2022 to Portugal's exploding expa...
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5 months ago
45 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Order in the Court: Is the Judiciary in Crisis Under This Trump Presidency? (w/ Professor Tara Grove)
American democracy faces a defining challenge as the judiciary—our system's intended steady hand—confronts unprecedented attacks from a presidency openly questioning its legitimacy. Trump's declaration that he can ignore Supreme Court rulings represents more than partisan rancor; it threatens constitutional governance itself. Professor Tara Grove joins the pod and offers critical perspective by examining historical confrontations between courts and presidents. While Lincoln tested judicial a...
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5 months ago
33 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
The Bible Belt Tightens: When Theology Becomes Policy (w/ Matthew Vines)
Through his work with the Reformation Project, and his book God and the Gay Christian, Matthew Vines captures the essence of a journey shared by millions managing the complex intersection of faith and sexual identity. In a political climate where White Christian Nationalism increasingly scapegoats LGBTQ people for societal ills, Vines offers something revolutionary: a thoughtful framework for understanding Scripture that upholds its authority while making room for affirming theology. Through...
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6 months ago
56 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
The Final Bulwark Against Authoritarianism: Free Elections and the Courts (w/ Dr. Laura Gamboa)
America stands at a democratic crossroads, facing threats not from invasion or coup, but from methodical dismantling from within. This is the reality: federal agencies are gutted, political opponents are targeted, judges are being arrested for not advancing Trump's agenda, and courts are delegitimized with alarming speed. Dr. Laura Gamboa, democracy expert from Notre Dame University, and author of the book Resisting Backsliding: Opposition Strategies against the Erosion of Democracy, joins t...
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6 months ago
58 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Trump's America: The End of Free Speech and a Free Press (w/ Flemming Rose)
Freedom of expression stands as democracy's most essential and most vulnerable foundation. In this conversation, Danish journalist and author Flemming Rose shares profound insights from his experience at the center of the 2005 Muhammad cartoons controversy that sparked global protests and death threats. Rose offers a surprising revelation: free speech is fundamentally unnatural. "Free speech is a consequence not of culture, not of nature," he explains. "The natural inclination among human be...
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6 months ago
1 hour 14 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
The Great Party Shake-Up: What Happens When Both Parties Lose Their Way? (w/ Dr. Hans Noel)
American democracy is crumbling. The Republican Party, once defined by traditional conservatism, has transformed into a vehicle for Trumpism, while Democrats struggle to maintain their coalition after unexpected losses. Dr. Hans Noel, Associate Professor of Government at Georgetown University, and co-author of the book Political Parties, joins the pod to explain the complex forces reshaping our political landscape. According to Dr. Noel, while we're not experiencing a complete political real...
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6 months ago
53 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Never America's 51st State: The Trump Effect on Canadian Politics (w/ Dr. Andre Lecours)
When Canada's snap election was called for April 28th, few could have predicted how dramatically the political landscape would shift. What started as a predictable contest with Conservatives comfortably ahead has transformed into a national referendum on sovereignty and resilience in the face of unprecedented threats from south of the border. Donald Trump's sudden targeting of Canada with punishing tariffs and provocative statements about making Canada "the 51st state" has upended convention...
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7 months ago
52 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
The Politically Homeless Majority: How Independents Could Save Democracy (w/ Dr. Lura Forcum)
America's political divisions seem insurmountable, yet beneath the surface lies a compelling counternarrative: the moderate middle hasn't disappeared—it's just been silenced. In this episode, Dr. Lura Forcum, president of the Independent Center, to discuss the surprising vitality of centrist politics (and centrist voters) in a polarized age. The numbers tell an unexpected story. With 35% of Americans identifying as moderate (compared to 36% conservative and 26% liberal), and nearly half of v...
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7 months ago
49 minutes

Deep Dive with Shawn
Send us a text What does it feel like to watch democracy crumble in real time? In this raw, deeply personal conversation that marks the (maybe) final episode of Deep Dive, host Shawn C. Fettig and political scientist Dr. Sara Benesh confront the terrifying reality of America's democratic collapse and our collective failure to respond. After three and a half years of weekly episodes, Fettig explains his decision to step back from punditry about how bad things are and pivot toward developing c...