# What Happened to the Middle?

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Podcast: [If/Then](https://stenobird.com/podcast/if-then-6755579)
Published: 2025-05-14T07:00:00+00:00
Episode link: https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/insights/what-sushi-can-tell-us-about-us-politics
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Neil Malhotra , the Edith M. Cornell professor of political economy at Stanford Graduate School of Business, aims to identify the nature of our tumultuous political moment in his work.  In this episode, Malhotra explores rising distrust, shifting political identities, and what these changes mean for individuals — and businesses.  Plus, the billion-dollar question: “Is Trump creating a movement that is separate from himself or is it identified with himself?” Malhotra asks. “It remains to be seen.” Is there a political question you’d like us to explore? Email us at ifthenpod@stanford.edu . This episode was recorded on December 18, 2024. Related Content: Neil Malhotra faculty profile : https://www.gsb.stanford.edu/faculty-research/faculty/neil-malhotra A Surprising Discovery About Facebook’s Role in Driving Polarization Pulling Back From Polarization: How Business Leaders Can Step Up 10 Tips for Tackling Political Polarization in the Workplace and Beyond How the Supreme Court’s Abortion Ruling Played in the Court of Public Opinion If/Then is a podcast from Stanford Graduate School of Business that examines research findings that can help us navigate the complex issues we face in business, leadership, and society. Each episode features an interview with a Stanford GSB faculty member. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info .

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