Annenberg Conversations
An occasional podcast hosted by Dean Sarah Banet-Weiser.
Welcome to Annenberg Conversations, a new podcast series where host Sarah Banet-Weiser, Dean of Annenberg School of Communication at the University of Pennsylvania examines the vital and pressing issues in the field of communication studies with leading Annenberg scholars.
In each episode, we will delve into the latest research, trends, and debates shaping the world of communication. From polarization in presidential elections to how popular feminism in TikTok is changing how we understand feminism, from communicating effectively around a range of health-related issues, to understanding climate change, our conversations hope to provide a deeper understanding of the forces that influence how we connect and communicate.
Episodes
Episode 1: Unpacking Election Politics
In the inaugural episode, Dean Banet-Weiser speaks to Sarah J. Jackson, and Yphtach Lelkes, associate professors at Annenberg School for Communication about how affective polarization, uncommitted movement, and race and gender are shaping the 2024 presidential elections in the United States.