We Live Here Now - Podcast Rankings and reviews

I loved the thought and care in this podcast. It was clear that it would have been easy to just dismiss this woman and make assumptions about her motivations and actions. But the whole point is to seek to understand and not assume anything. The people in this show are complicated and beautiful.

I think the several poor reviews of this really excellent podcast illuminate how polarized the topic and also our communities are… that people are still so angry that they don’t want to hear something that may cause them to empathize with someone else’s very different perspective. Acknowledging the humanity behind opposing political views and actually listening is how we’re going to move forward. I found this to be a very important story and am grateful it was told.

Listening gave me a deeper understanding of why some people are so devoted to MAGA, but it also left me with a chilling sense of fear. The podcast captures the immovable resistance some hold against any change to their vision of America—a “toothpaste out of the tube” feeling that’s both unsettling and deeply concerning.

This isn’t just a recount of that day; it’s an exploration of the divides shaping our country and the fragility of shared reality. It’s essential listening for anyone grappling with what January 6th means for America’s future.

I didn’t think I would ever have any empathy for J6 people trying to ruin our country. But this is a very measured, thoughtful and surprising show. I still think insurrectionists are awful but now I feel curious about how you could deal with them up close and personal. really looking forward to the rest of the series!

I understand the attempt to humanize people on the other side. I think that’s admirable. But this podcast stopped short of holding anyone involved in J6 accountable. It just came off as excusing the behavior of insurrectionists. It left me feeling just… eh.