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From Anti-War Activist to Defender of American Power — Shadi Hamid

  Airdate: December 10, 2025 Julie Rose: W hen's the last time you took a hard look at your own side? Shadi Hamid: There has to be self-criticism and a kind of self-awareness. If everyone was just a little bit more focused on their own political tribe or their own group, I think we'd all be better off instead of always putting blame on the people who oppose us. Julie Rose: Hey there, it's Julie. Welcome to Uncomfy, a show about sticking with moments that challenge us even when they're uncomfortable. And I get it, nobody likes to be uncomfortable, but I've learned from experience, and maybe you have too, that sometimes a little discomfort has benefits if we can stay open and curious about it. And that's what we're here to explore, so let's get Uncomfy. Changing your mind about something is often uncomfortable. Admitting that change publicly? Even more Uncomfy, especially when it's a political topic and you're going against the grain of your...

Growing Up with Autism and a Father’s Tough Love — Leland Vittert (NewsNation)

  Airdate: October 1, 2025 Julie Rose: When is "tough love" better than going easy on a kid who's different? Leland Vittert: My dad's philosophy on this, was that in the real world, those accommodations aren't gonna be given, so he better start learning now that you've got to be uncomfortable, right? You have to endure the hardships. Julie Rose: Hey, it's Julie. Welcome to Uncomfy, a show about sticking with moments that challenge us even when they're uncomfortable. And I know you're probably wondering, "Why would anybody choose to be uncomfortable?" But I know from personal experience, and maybe you do too, that sometimes a little discomfort has benefits if we can stay open and curious about it. And that's what we're here to explore, so let's get Uncomfy. Today, I'm joined by Leland Vittert. He is the Chief Washington Anchor at NewsNation and host of On Balance with Leland Vittert. Before joining NewsNation, he spe...

He Left Mainstream Media to Do News Differently. Here’s What He Learned. – Mosheh Oinounou (Mo News)

  Airdate: April 2, 2025 Julie Rose: If you're trying to stay informed, but you don't know who to trust, then this conversation is for you. Mosheh Oinounou: "I'm not gonna be like the other guys. I'm not gonna just, like, pick a team and then selectively, show you things that make your side look good and make the other side look bad." Julie Rose: Hey, it's Julie. Welcome to Uncomfy, a show about sticking with moments that challenge us even when they're uncomfortable. And you're probably wondering, "Why would anybody choose to be uncomfortable?" But I know from personal experience, and you probably do too, that sometimes a little discomfort has benefits if we can stay open and curious in those moments. And that's what we're here to explore, so let's get Uncomfy. Julie Rose: Look, trying to stay informed about what's happening in the world right now is a constant source of discomfort for me, personally. Two-thirds ...