Our Broken America: Political Polarization Audiobook
Our Broken America is an audiobook by Jackie Cushman about political polarization and the need for Americans to listen and find common ground. Narrated by Newt Gingrich, it presents a call to address divisive political discourse and concerns about fake news.
At a glance
- Frames political polarization and fake news as challenges to civil discussion in the United States.
- Argues for finding common ground and listening across political divides.
- Unabridged audiobook narrated by Newt Gingrich.
Pros and cons
Pros
- An unabridged format provides the full audiobook presentation rather than an abridgment.
- The listening length and named narrator are specified, making it easier to assess fit for a long-form listen.
Technical specifications
8 specifications| Author | Jackie Cushman, see all |
|---|---|
| Narrator | Newt Gingrich, see all |
| Listening length | 8 hours and 9 minutes |
| Program type | Audiobook |
| Version | Unabridged |
| Language | English |
| Publisher | Center Street |
| Publication date | September 17, 2019 |
What to know before buying
- The description presents a broad appeal for reducing polarization, not a neutral news or fact-checking reference. Consider whether its framing matches what you want from a political audiobook.
Who is it for?
A good fit for
- Listeners interested in political polarization, public discourse, and calls for common ground.
- Buyers looking for an unabridged English audiobook narrated by Newt Gingrich.
Less suited to
- Listeners seeking a concise guide, an explicitly fact-checking resource, or a presentation without a stated political point of view.
Customer reviews on Amazon
- 5 stars
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14% 14% - 3 stars
5% 5% - 2 stars
2% 2% - 1 star
9% 9%
Aggregate ratings lean positive, with five-star ratings forming the largest category, but a smaller share of ratings are at the low end. Without written feedback, those figures do not establish what listeners liked or disliked. The book's stated focus and political framing may be more useful in judging fit than the rating pattern alone.
Frequently asked questions
What is Our Broken America about?
The listing describes it as a call to address political polarization and fake news, encourage civil discussion, and seek common ground.
Who wrote and narrates the audiobook?
The listed author is Jackie Cushman, and the narrator is Newt Gingrich.
How long is the audiobook?
The listed listening length is 8 hours and 9 minutes.
Is this an abridged recording?
The listing identifies the version as unabridged.
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