The Dan Parsons Show

Dan interviews Dean Settle, local art collector, historian, and former gallery owner, about his new book "Inside Nebraska Courthouses". Written by Dean and his late wife Harriet Grossbart, this beautiful coffee-table book explores the cultural and architectural legacy of Nebraska's 93 courthouses. 

In 1968, Nebraska was a battleground in the presidential primary between Robert F. Kennedy and Eugene McCarthy. In their new book, Dennis Crawford and Dr. Laura Crawford tell the story of a presidential candidate who championed the idea of helping the poor and underprivileged.

Dan interviews Heather Nelson, the founder of Poll the Vote, a new nonpartisan, civic engagement platform designed to connect voters w/their elected officials. 

Dan talks with former Nebraska State Senator, Colby Coash about his new book "Running Naked". They discuss insights into Colby’s life, particularly the conflicting emotions experienced by young people growing up in small towns like Bassett, Nebraska, located on the edge of the Sandhills in north-central Nebraska. 

Dan welcomes an all-star lineup of past guests and "Friends of Dan" who share messages of gratitude during this week of Thanksgiving.

Dan and former Neb. State Senator Dr. Laura Ebke discuss "Join or Die," a new documentary about America's civic unraveling. The film follows legendary social scientist Robert Putnam and his groundbreaking book, "Bowling Alone."

One week after the election, Dan talks about his political origin story as a 10-year old political nerd and the pain of losing something of value. He discusses how we can find common ground while still holding those in power to account - lifting up instead of tearing down - truth over tribalism.

It's (finally) Election Day! And Dan is joined by Dr. Trey - Dr. Russel Thompson (Trey), a licensed psychologist and the clinic director at Mission Psychology in San Antonio, Texas. Dr. Trey is also Dan's (slightly) younger brother. Turns out democrats, republicans and independents go to therapy and everyone is anxious about the election.

A special Saturday edition. Dan gives an update on new polling in the most surprising Senate race in America - Dan Osborn vs. Deb Fischer. Dan also let's the audience know his plans for Election Day - stay tuned for a big announcement!