NATIONS APART How Clashing Regional Cultures Shattered America

Ari Fliakos' skillful narration reflects the tone of this audiobook: serious, intentional, and thought provoking. The national discourse about who best represents the current voting electorate typically oversimplies the geography, looking at it as "red states" and "blue states." But Woodard's research reveals a different kind of cultural history and understanding of what it means to be a citizen. He posits that the U.S. has nine regionally distinct views on politics, morality, and culture. A lot of ground is covered, providing much-needed insights into our current world and the way we relate to each other. Fliakos' narration clearly conveys both the scope and the minutiae of Woodard's research findings. Woodard's most important message about our politics is where we go from here. [Published: JANUARY 2026]