Politics in America is transforming. We’re embarking on a new series to deepen our understanding of who we are, how we got here, and how we rebuild without repeating the mistakes of the past. Ron Steslow hosts academics, behavioral economists, social psychologists, politicos, philosophers, anthropologists, journalists, poets, and storytellers—and more—to discuss America’s political present and future and dive into the deeper problems we face as a nation. Email us questions or comments: podca ...
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Welcome to the NEW HOME of Mea Culpa – the ONLY place to find new episodes of Michael Cohen’s hit podcast. Cohen, the former attorney and personal “fixer” for Donald J. Trump, once vowed to take a bullet for the President. But that was before the country was brought to its knees by Trump’s lies and personal madness. While Cohen was imprisoned in his own home, with his life, reputation, and livelihood destroyed, he went on a mission to right the wrongs he perpetuated on behalf of his former b ...
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Puck senior political correspondent Tara Palmeri is here to help you get through what may be the most chaotic and consequential presidential election cycle of our lifetime. With 15 years covering politics, Tara speaks with the smartest political brains to discuss what is happening behind the scenes in Washington D.C., and on the campaign trail.
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Dirty Moderate showcases the people who cut through the nails-on-a-chalkboard din of the modern-day American political scene. We promote rigorous analysis and lively debate with individuals on both sides of the aisle and beyond. Our host, Adam Epstein, is a 12 time, Tony Award-winning former Broadway powerhouse producer turned political provocateur. Adam can go toe-to-toe with anyone on politics as he did on Trish Regan Primetime every Thursday night in 2019 as the lone non-conservative pane ...
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"Coalition of the Sane" is an adventurous, thought-provoking podcast that delves into current politics with a focus on commonsense, rationality and critical thinking. Hosted by the intrepid Denver Riggleman, former congressman, former advisor to the J6 committee, former NSA and Air Force intelligence officer and current AI tech CEO, this podcast aims to combat conspiracy theories, dismantle propaganda and preserve democracy by providing well-researched analysis and evidence-based discussions ...
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Welcome to the official home of the Mea Culpa with Michael Cohen Archive. Over 400 episodes containing interviews with the most important people in news, politics and entertainment.
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Lord Ashcroft's polling team travel the US to find out how voters feel about the president the parties, the issues, and the midterm elections. Listen to voters in their own words, and Lord Ashcroft's interviews with key figures on the American political scene.
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Meet Frank X. Gallagher, the legendary live sound engineer, and host of Soundman Confidential in conversation with some of the biggest names in the music world and beyond. Check out soundmanconfidential.com to see the show's stellar Guest List. Plug In!
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Scared Witless Donny Is Going To Jail + A Conversation with Reed Galen
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Reed Galen is a co-founder of The Lincoln Project, President of JoinTheUnion.us, and a pro-democracy activist, having spent 25 years at the highest levels of national politics, business, and media. Prior to The Lincoln Project, Galen was deeply involved in the independent and political reform space, helping pass anti-gerrymandering and open primary…
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Can Kamala Win Over Anti-Trump Republicans? With Reed Galen
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Tara is joined by Lincoln Project cofounder Reed Galen to discuss the state of Kamala Harris’s presidential campaign and her standing nationally with independents and Republicans who may be looking for reasons to not vote for Donald Trump. They talk about the lack of messaging coming out of the Harris campaign, examine the effect of Biden’s policie…
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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, we discuss the Democratic National Convention, the effort to appeal to more moderate voters, and Kamala Harris’s masterful acceptance speech. Next, we talk about Harris’s “price gouging” plan and economic policy proposals and the consequences of using Congress’s dysfunction as a backsto…
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DNC Wrap-Up, Plus Ro Khanna on the Red-Pilling of Silicon Valley
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Mosheh Oinounou of Mo News joins Tara on the floor of the DNC to share their impressions of the week and discuss what the post-convention Harris campaign needs to do to win in November. Representative Ro Khanna (D-California) of Silicon Valley then stops by to talk about Kamala Harris’s impressive rise in popularity, the complicated politics of his…
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The Dumpster Cult Of Trump Must Go + A Conversation with Steven Hassan
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Steven Hassan, PhD, is one of the leading experts on cults and undue influence in the world. A former member of the right-wing Moonie cult, Hassan was deprogrammed 45 years ago and has dedicated his life to helping people out of cults and destructive situations. Dr. Hassan is a licensed mental health professional and has written four books, includi…
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Chuck Todd on Bill Clinton's Revival Tour and Kamala's Achilles' Heel
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Tara is joined by NBC’s Chuck Todd on the third day of the DNC to talk about the state of the Kamala Harris campaign and the legacy of notable Democrats in the convention’s history. They compare Kamala’s current position in the race to the Obama and Clinton campaigns when they were at the same stage, discuss the VP’s relationship with the media, an…
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ENCORE: Misunderstanding Misinformation
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Claire Wardle (co-founder and co-director of the Information Futures Lab, and Professor of the Practice at the Brown School of Public Health) joins Ron Steslow to discuss the challenges( and failures) in improving our information landscape (02:12) Claire’s background and how it led to her research (05:52) Why terms like “misinformation,” “disinform…
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Digging Deep Into the Kamala Bubble With Alex Thompson and Chris Cadelago
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Tara is joined by Alex Thompson from Axios and Chris Cadelago from Politico on the floor of the DNC to examine the state of the Kamala Harris presidential campaign. They talk about how Joe Biden’s step down from candidacy will be viewed historically, discuss how Team Harris is preparing for the final homestretch, and shine a light on how former pre…
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The DNC Infotainment, the Fight for the House, and Trump-World Blues
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Tara is joined by Pat Ryan, the Democratic representative from New York’s 18th district, on the floor of the DNC to talk about the rise of Kamala Harris as the Democratic nominee for president and his own tough campaign to return to the House in D.C. next year. They discuss the effectiveness of the Harris campaign’s messaging thus far, break down t…
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A Dangerous Proposition—Red County, Blue County, Orange County (Episode 3)
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In this special six-part narrative series, Mike Madrid, in partnership with the UC Irvine School of Social Ecology, takes a deep dive into Orange County, California to explore the transformations that have redefined politics there, and what it means for the rest of the country. In this episode, Mike talks to Jean Pasco who covered local politics in…
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The Populist Pivot—The Weekly Roundup
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This week, we discuss Donald Trump’s interview with Elon Musk, content moderation, and broader hostility to free speech . Next, we highlight Kamala Harris’s pivot away from some progressive policies, and how rising populism is pushing both Harris and Trump to change their positions. We also discuss the potential consequences of the Trump campaign h…
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Slurring, Whining and Crying Trump is in Total Free Fall + A Conversation with Brian Tyler Cohen
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Or guest today is Brian Tyler Cohen. Brian is a progressive political commentator, podcaster, and video host known for his incisive analysis of American politics. He hosts "No Lie with Brian Tyler Cohen," a popular podcast where he discusses current events, interviews political figures, and offers perspectives on political developments. Cohen gaine…
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Symone Sanders-Townsend on the (Mostly) Peaceful Transfer to Kamala Harris
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Tara is joined by political strategist and MSNBC commentator Symone Sanders-Townsend; they begin their conversation by examining Joe Biden’s last days as the Democratic presidential candidate. They then discuss the vigor of the current Kamala Harris media honeymoon, talk about the implementation of the Harris agenda within her campaign, and look ah…
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Election Anxiety with Dr. Catherine Sanderson
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Host Ron Steslow welcomes Poler Family Professor of Psychology at Amherst College Dr. Catherine Sanderson back to Politicology to talk about how to curb election anxiety. Then they discuss the psychological factors that contributed to January 6th, how they might impact this election cycle, the climate on college campuses, and the blacklisting of “Z…
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Kamala’s Hollywood Connections: Do They Help or Hurt?
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Tara joins forces with her fellow Puck colleague Matt Belloni and his Ringer podcast, ‘The Town,’ to discuss Hollywood’s place in the 2024 election now that Kamala Harris is the Democratic nominee. They talk about Kamala’s Hollywood ties, including her close friendship with Disney Entertainment Cochair Dana Walden; the upcoming debate on ABC; and t…
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From Israel to Vietnam…Trump Lies About Everything! + A Conversation with Malcolm Nance
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Today we welcome back to the show our good friend, Malcolm Nance. Nance is a career US Navy terrorism intelligence collector, code breaker, and interrogator with wide-ranging field and combat experience in the Middle East and elsewhere. Nance is an author of numerous books including his latest, “They Want to Kill Americans: The Militias, Terrorists…
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Reagan Country—Red County, Blue County, Orange County (Episode 2)
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In this special six-part narrative series, Mike Madrid, in partnership with the UC Irvine School of Social Ecology, takes a deep dive into Orange County, California to explore the transformations that have redefined politics there, and what it means for the rest of the country. In this episode, Mike talks to legendary political strategist Stu Spenc…
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Meridith McGraw on Trump’s Resurrection, Plus a Kellyanne Comeback?
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Tara is joined by national political correspondent for Politico Meridith McGraw; they begin their conversation by sharing their reactions to Donald Trump’s wild Mar-A-Lago press conference on Thursday, and Kellyanne Conway's possible return to Team Trump. They then dive into Meridith’s new book, ‘Trump in Exile,’ which shines a light on Trump’s big…
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Walzing In A Storm—The Weekly Roundup
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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, we discuss Kamala Harris and Tim Walz being the most progressive presidential ticket in American history. Next, we break down the storm of major news stories about escalating wars and conflict across the globe—in the Middle East, in Venezuela, and Ukraine, what they mean for Americans h…
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Hurricane Harris Sweeps The Country! + A Conversation with Rick Wilson
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Mea Culpa welcomes back Rick Wilson, longtime Republican political strategist, turned Lincoln Project co-founder, and zealous anti-Trump activist. You can find his weekly editorials in The Daily Beast. Wilson has also been published in The Washington Post, Politico, The Hill, and Rolling Stone to name a few, He makes regular appearances on CNN and …
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Was Tim Walz the Right VP Pick? With Doug Sosnik
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Tara is joined by Democratic political strategist Doug Sosnik to share their reactions to Kamala Harris’s choice to pick Tim Walz as her 2024 presidential running mate. They examine the strategy behind the pick, discuss the problem areas where Team Trump can try to define the new duo, and shine a light on how Walz enhances the Harris campaign. For …
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To unlock exclusive content, visit: https://politicology.com/plus Michele Gelfand (Professor of Organizational Behavior at the Stanford Graduate School of Business and a Professor of Psychology by Courtesy at Stanford University) joins host Ron Steslow to discuss culture, social norms, and her book Rule Makers, Rule Breakers: How Tight and Loose Cu…
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Kamala's Choice and Trump World in Turmoil with CNN's Kasie Hunt
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The host of 'CNN This Morning,' Kasie Hunt, joins Tara to discuss growing factions within the Trump campaign, how Republicans have reverted to old tactics by referring to Kamala Harris as a “DEI hire,” the reported finalists for Harris’s vice president pick, how the Harris team is navigating the rushed nature of the campaign, and more. For more of …
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Trump’s Racial Screw-Up + A Conversation with Omarosa
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Mea Culpa welcomes old friend Omarosa, Omarosa Manigault Newman, is an American television personality, political advisor, author, and ordained minister. She first gained public attention as a contestant on the reality TV show The Apprentice, where her assertive and controversial personality made her a standout figure. Prior to her time on the show…
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Orange is the New Purple—Red County, Blue County, Orange County (Episode 1)
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In this special six-part narrative series, Mike Madrid, in partnership with the UC Irvine School of Social Ecology, takes a deep dive into Orange County, California to explore the transformations that have redefined politics there, and what it means for the rest of the country. In this first episode, Mike talks to Jon Gould (Dean of the UC Irvine S…
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Donald’s Week Goes From Weird To WTF! + A Conversation with Joe Walsh
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Our guest this week is my good friend, Joe Walsh. Joe is a podcaster, radio host, columnist, and Republican, who was elected to the House of Representatives in 2011 from Illinois’s 8th District. He also ran for president and then blew up his life when he spoke out against the MAGA cult and gave Trump the two-finger salute. Be sure to check out Joe’…
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The Race to Define Kamala Harris—The Weekly Roundup
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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, we discuss the Trump and Harris campaigns battling to define Kamala Harris for voters. Next, we talk about the Democratic messaging shifting to focus on MAGA being “weird” and reporting that Trump is regretting choosing Vance as his running mate . Then, we talk about Donald Trump’s appe…
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How Kamala Can Win the Rust Belt, With Pennsylvania Representative Brendan Boyle
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Tara is joined by Congressman Brendan Boyle from Pennsylvania’s second district to survey the political landscape in his state, then discuss which presidential candidate has the advantage with his constituents headed into the homestretch of the election. They examine Trump’s popularity in rural areas of the Keystone State, break down the state-wide…
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ENCORE: The Real Cost of Cheap Food
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Over the last 100 years, we have streamlined the process of food production. A hundred years ago, 99% of people were engaged in the agricultural process in some way. Today, that number is 1%. As a result, our relationship with food has become desperately impersonal. But what are the consequences of all that efficiency? Embark on a transformative jo…
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We Need to Talk About J.D. With Kaitlan Collins
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Tara is joined by host of CNN’s ‘The Source,’ Kaitlan Collins, to discuss the media’s treatment of J.D. Vance and his viability as Donald Trump’s running mate. They delve into the firestorm around Vance’s recently leaked comments to donors, examine how he augments Trump’s electability, and speculate on who will run opposite him on the ballot with K…
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Veep Game Theories, Trump Plays Catch-up, and Harris Reshuffles the Map
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Tara is joined by NBC News political correspondent Jon Allen and Republican strategist Matthew Bartlett to talk about Kamala Harris’s recent surge in popularity and what it means for Donald Trump’s campaign strategy. They anticipate the attacks Harris should expect in the next couple of months, debate who would be her best running mate strategicall…
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Stick A Fork In Donald, He’s Done! + A Conversation with Suzanne Kianpour
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Suzanne Kianpour is a BBC correspondent and presenter based in Washington, DC. She reports and anchors on BBC World News and BBC World Service and created the "Women Building Peace" program, connecting influential women with those in conflict zones. Kianpour also serves as the Capitol Hill correspondent for "CONTEXT" with Christian Fraser. With ove…
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CotS Take | Denver's Guide To Dolphin Safe Thinking
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Are we becoming unserious? Is BlueAnon a thing? Denver Riggleman wonders aloud if the opposition to Donald Trump isn't being led down rabbit holes of our own making. Also, what are the facts we should be focused on; and what are Kamala Harris' chances of becoming President Of The United States? Subscribe To The Coalition Of The Sane YouTube Channel…
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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week: Joe Biden’s decision to drop out of the presidential race, Kamala Harris clears the field as she rides a tidal wave of support to the top of the Democratic ticket , Republicans switch gears to campaign against her, and the dizzying narrative change about Joe Biden’s capacities that have…
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The Democratic Momentum Rages On! + Tennessee State Representative Gloria Johnson
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Mea Culpa welcomes Gloria Johnson, an American politician and member of the Democratic Party, currently serving as a Tennessee State Representative. Representing the 90th District, Johnson is known for her advocacy on education, healthcare, and workers' rights. With a background in special education, she brings a deep understanding of public school…
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Trump Camp Aims at Kamala, With The Bulwark's Marc Caputo
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Tara is joined by Marc Caputo from The Bulwark to talk about how both the Trump and Harris campaign teams are adjusting to the brand-new presidential race. They take a look at all the angles the GOP might use to criticize and define Kamala, examine how JD Vance figures into the reconstituted mix, and discuss whether Team Trump is taking Vice Presid…
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