Marist Institute for Public Opinion

On this week's Poll Hub: Older men dating or marrying younger women is as old as time, but things are changing. Why? We search for some answers. And, since this is our last episode of 2025, we are looking at our annual holiday poll that had some twists this year. Finally, the fun fact finishes off the thematic series with a hearty Bah Humbug! maristpoll.com/podcast

It's that time of year again for our annual holiday and look-ahead poll. This year, there are a few surprises, including whether Americans would rather be holiday movie stars or pop idols, if traveling during the break is popular, and, after the bruising election where both sides predicted doom, whether we're more or less optimistic about 2025. Check out all the details: https://lnkd.in/eSKZhGus https://lnkd.in/eSKZhGus

On this week's Poll Hub: How do Americans feel about the incoming administration? We discuss some of the highlights in our newly released national poll. Then, we explore our decreasing attention spans and how apps like TikTok contribute to this problem with Princeton's Dr. Graham Burnett. Of course, we keep the seasonal vibes going with this week's fun fact. maristpoll.com/podcast

Did you hear the news?!📰🦊 Marist College will officially become #MaristUniversity on January 29, 2025! Here's how this change better reflects the comprehensive, global institution of higher education we have become: mari.st/university

We’re thrilled to announce that Marist College will officially become Marist University on January 29, 2025! 🎉🦊🌐 This change better reflects the comprehensive, global institution of higher education we have become – importantly, we'll continue to dream big, while always feeling small as we preserve everything that's made Marist great its first 95 years, including our ideal size, mission, and personalized education. #MaristUniversity Here’s to a legacy of excellence and an exciting future ahead: mari.st/university

Buckle Up, America! Change is coming and so far, according to our brand-new poll, Americans are keeping an open mind about the Trump transition. A majority do NOT like Joe Biden's pardon of his son though. See all the details here: https://lnkd.in/eSKZhGus

On this week's Poll Hub: The old space race was America versus the Soviet Union, but the new one is more Musk versus Bezos. What do we think of the privatization of space? And in other tech news...EV sales have flatlined, but most experts still believe we'll all eventually be driving electric vehicles. What will it take to convince the driving public? And the holiday fun fact themes continue into December -- what makes the season sparkle for you? maristpoll.com/podcast

Climate change awareness has shifted dramatically over the decades. From the early warnings in the 1960s to the partisan divides of today, the conversation has continued to evolve as more information becomes available. Are we evolving fast enough to meet the challenge? Check out the full breakdown of public opinion and some key milestones in this week's Time Machine Monday: https://lnkd.in/e2_38w4J

On this week's Poll Hub we're out early so everyone can get home for the holiday. We have a SPECIAL fun fact episode, as we head into the holiday season! We talk all things Thanksgiving: Turkey, football, and Black Friday included! This is a good short pod as you run around. maristpoll.com/podcast

On this week's Poll Hub: Is the "mainstream media" liberal, conservative, or...vanishing? We're looking at how the old arguments about the media no longer apply. Then, Dr. Ezekiel Emanuel shares his insights into the ethical and moral complexities surrounding doctor-assisted suicide. What do Americans really think? Are you a master Thanksgiving chef or barely making it out of the kitchen unscathed? You don't want to miss our fun fact this week. maristpoll.com/podcast