Best Trumpisim Podcasts (2024)

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ENCORE: The Real Cost of Cheap Food 1:12:33

1h ago1:12:33

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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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The Patriotism of the Paris Olympics, Paging Doctor Doom, and the Shadow Docket 1:38:05

1h ago1:38:05

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk about the 2024 Paris Olympics, what they are looking forward to, and the conservative reaction to the opening ceremony (18:20). Then they talk about new, scary Trumpisms (34:27) before getting into the announcement of Robert Downey Jr. as Doctor Doom (1:03:13). Lastly, they discuss the Supreme Court’s use of the s…

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Kamalaphoria—The Weekly Roundup 1:16:35

25m ago1:16:35

1:16:35

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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J.D. Vance’s Cosplay, Sonya Massey’s Senseless Death, and the Disfunction of Policing With Philip McHarris 2:04:31

5d ago2:04:31

2:04:31

Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode with discussion of President Biden’s latest address to the country (17:00), as well as the current political landscape as the republicans struggle to regroup (30:59). Then, they talk about what took place during the slaying of Sonya Massey by a deputy officer, before being joined by Philip McHarris to…

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Power To The People: Decentralizing Technology 1:18:41

2h ago1:18:41

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Host Ron Steslow welcomes Mike Brock, CEO of TBD, a subsidiary of Block Inc. (formerly Square), the financial technology firm led by Twitter founder Jack Dorsey. The Internet is dominated by massive, corporate walled gardens like Google, Facebook, and Twitter (now X), where centralized control makes their users (us!) vulnerable to censorship and ma…

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Biden’s Political Mortality, Harris’s Potential VP, and ESPN’s Top 100 Athletes 1:19:08

26m ago1:19:08

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show talking about President Biden’s announcement that he'll abandon his bid for re-election (00:13). Then they go over the potential VP picks for Kamala Harris’s campaign (27:49). Lastly, they talk about NWBA’s win over Team USA (1:04:28) and ESPN’s top 100 athletes list (1:06:35). Hosts: Van Lathan and Rach…

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TAPPED: Mike Madrid on Biden Leaving the Race 17:43

9d ago17:43

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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus After three of the most chaotic weeks in American political history, Ron Steslow and Mike Madrid (Cofounders of the Lincoln Project) discuss: - Joe Biden leaving the Presidential race after the pressure campaign from Democrats - Kamala Harris consolidating support and whether it changes the electo…

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“We Can’t Go On Like This” —The Weekly Roundup 1:16:11

2h ago1:16:11

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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, we discuss the assassination attempt on Donald Trump, the Republican National Convention, the state of the Republican Party, and the state of the Democrats’ effort to oust Joe Biden. Joining Ron Steslow on this week’s panel: Matt Bennett (Founder & Executive Vice President for Public Af…

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The Republican National Convention, Biden’s Nomination Struggle, and the Spectacle of Current Politics With Bakari Sellers 1:39:30

2h ago1:39:30

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk about the pressure on President Biden to step down from Democratic nomination, as well as the media coverage of it (00:54). Then, Bakari Sellers comes on to talk about a possible Harris campaign and Biden’s chances in November (10:33 ). Later, we talk about Bronny James and whether he needs to be given a “break” (…

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ENCORE: Democracy Interventions with Prof. Robb Willer 1:28:21

22m ago1:28:21

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What are the psychological forces driving that partisan animosity? What’s causing Americans to vote for anti-democracy candidates? Are there any interventions that might actually work to turn down the heat and save our democracy? Robb Willer, professor of sociology, psychology, and organizational behavior at Stanford University talks with Ron Stesl…

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The (Attempted) Assassination of Trump and the Normalization of Political Violence in America 1:21:23

22m ago1:21:23

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk about the assassination attempt on Donald Trump during his rally this past weekend and the reactions from both the right and left. Then, they talk about Trump’s influence on the growth of political violence in America and what this situation could mean for the election. Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Produce…

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Yes, Biden Can Win—The Weekly Roundup 1:20:51

19d ago1:20:51

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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week, we discuss the spectacle of the continuing Democratic attacks on Joe Biden’s candidacy that ignore or misunderstand his path to victory. We also show the contrast of Trump’s own top advisors seeming more concerned about the dark consequences of reelecting him than many Democrats. Then, …

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Impeaching the Supreme Court, Leaving Team USA, and the Discrimination of a Name 1:43:35

19d ago1:43:35

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk about Joe Biden’s pressure from the Democratic Party (08:20) and react to Representative Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez filing impeachment articles against Supreme Court Justices Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito (35:19). Then, they discuss Kawhi Leonard leaving the USA Olympic basketball team (45:48) and Jaylen Brown’s …

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ENCORE: Your Face Belongs To Us — Part 2 1:02:56

3d ago1:02:56

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Have you ever thought about what it means to be anonymous? Have you considered what it means that you can walk down the street or go to the grocery store or out to dinner without someone you’ve never met knowing your name, everything you’ve posted online, or your political leanings? Or when you go on a first date with someone, they’d walk in knowin…

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Biden’s Interview, Project 2025, and the Boldness of the Republican Party 1:19:56

14d ago1:19:56

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk a little bit about what they’ve been up to over the Fourth of July weekend, then get into their impressions of and the overall response to the Joe Biden ABC interview (13:10). They talk about how bold republicans seem to be getting () and their looming Project 2025 (38:36). After, they talk about Ryan Garcia’s exp…

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Friendly Fire—The Weekly Roundup 1:04:31

10d ago1:04:31

1:04:31

To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week we discuss the fallout from Joe Biden’s debate performance, the calls for him to end his campaign, and the electability argument for him to stay in. Then we talk about the rising stakes of the election and how emboldened Trump will be in a second term. Finally, we head to Politicology+ w…

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ENCORE: Your Face Belongs To Us — Part 1 48:16

11d ago48:16

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Have you ever thought about what it means to be anonymous? Have you considered what it means that you can walk down the street or go to the grocery store or out to dinner without someone you’ve never met knowing your name, everything you’ve posted online, or your political leanings? Or when you go on a first date with someone, they’d walk in knowin…

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The BET Awards, Barbershop Blues, and the Presidential Race With Cornel West and Melina Abdullah 1:53:07

29d ago1:53:07

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode talking about their impressions and the most surprising moments from the BET Awards (09:29). They are then joined by Cornel West and Melina Abdullah to talk about their candidacy, vision, and their observations on what is currently happening with this year’s elections. Later, they talk about NBA free …

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The Jarring Trump-Biden Debate, Black Nepotism, and Jamaal Bowman’s Loss 1:30:41

15d ago1:30:41

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show off with their reactions to the Biden-Trump debate, including the surprises, the lies, and troubles facing the upcoming election (02:02). Then, they talk about why the Lakers drafted Bronny James and instances of Black nepotism (49:52). Last, they bring back Mailbag Time and answer some of your questions…

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An Unmitigated Disaster—The Weekly Roundup 1:13:39

15d ago1:13:39

1:13:39

To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week we discuss the first presidential debate between Biden and Trump. We also discuss the expectations game and the impact of the debate on undecided voters. Then we talk about the plausibility of a different Democratic nominee. We also get real about our frustration and embarrassment with t…

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ENCORE: Democracy’s Christian Enemies — Part 2 59:28

17d ago59:28

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Are there tendencies within Christian tradition that put some versions of the faith in tension with core principles of democracy? What is “Authoritarian Reactionary Christianity?” How can a pluralistic society guard against the rise of political figures—including Donald Trump—aiming to weaponize this phenomenon? In this two-part conversation, we di…

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Toxic Apologies, Trumpisims Are Back, and Mexican Representation in Ken and Friends 1:26:58

20d ago1:26:58

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode off by giving a quick statement on the BBI (11:27). Then, they talk about the passing of Florida rapper Julio Foolio, the aftermath, and the violence that affects youth in today’s climate (22:39). Last, they talk about DJ LA Eyekon’s comments about Mexican representation in rap (40:58) and the new bat…

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Depends On Your Lens—The Weekly Roundup 1:25:58

22d ago1:25:58

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To unlock Politicology+ visit politicology.com/plus This week we discuss the recent viral videos of President Biden, deceptive editing, and spin. Then we talk about the report from Columbia University on antisemitism on its campus and the implications of GenZ’s struggle with conflict resolution. Then, we look at President Biden's executive order to…

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Birdman Versus Books, Van’s Summer Era, and the Electricity From Ken and Friends 1:29:50

22d ago1:29:50

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay react to Birdman’s visit to his hometown to speak to inmates at Orleans Parish Prison and his comments on the inmates’ need for books (33:07). They also talk about the interest (or lack thereof) toward Verzuz's distribution deal with X/Twitter (42:30). Then, they go over the surprising new election polling numbers (54:…

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ENCORE: Democracy’s Christian Enemies — Part 1 59:07

1M ago59:07

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Are there tendencies within Christian tradition that put some versions of the faith in tension with core principles of democracy? What is “Authoritarian Reactionary Christianity?” How can a pluralistic society guard against the rise of political figures—including Donald Trump—aiming to weaponize this phenomenon? In this two-part conversation, Ron S…

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To Smash and Dash, Maher’s Shock, and Black Folk Working "Five Times Harder" 1:30:22

1M ago1:30:22

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show talking about the Biden and Obama event and the protest outside of it (08:48). Then, they talk about Bill Maher and Charlemagne’s interview and how Black people still have to be “five times better” (16:17) before they end the show by reacting to Terrell Lewis’ drama with an OnlyFans model (1:03:34). Host…

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The Part-Time Boom—The Weekly Roundup 1:24:01

1M ago1:24:01

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To join Politicology+, visit politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts. This week we discuss the discrepancy between the positive headlines and the reality of people struggling with part-time jobs and rising prices, Israel rescuing hostages, and new Russian sanctions. Joining Ron Steslow on this week’s panel: Zack Czajkowski (Fmr. Lincol…

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Jonathan Majors’s Perseverance, How to Talk to Black Women, and Aliens Walking Among Us 1:21:20

29d ago1:21:20

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the episode talking about the Dallas Mavericks and some recent Supreme Court decisions (01:20). Then, they discuss whether Jonathan Majors is deserving of the Perseverance Award at Hollywood Unlocked Impact Awards (08:38). Later, they go over Hunter Biden’s conviction (23:55) before Van asks a question regarding …

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ENCORE: Holy War—Part 1 1:18:29

1M ago1:18:29

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Amid the sea of Trump flags outside the Capitol on January 6th, there were signs that read “Jesus is my Savior, Trump is my President.” A group of protestors carried a giant cross as they marched around the Capitol. Why were these Christian images on prominent display? What role did Charismatic Christianity play in the buildup to the riot at the ca…

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ENCORE: Holy War—Part 2 1:06:54

1M ago1:06:54

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Amid the sea of Trump flags outside the Capitol on January 6th, there were signs that read “Jesus is my Savior, Trump is my President.” A group of protestors carried a giant cross as they marched around the Capitol. Why were these Christian images on prominent display? What role did Charismatic Christianity play in the buildup to the riot at the ca…

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The Fresh Prince Returns, Michael Chandler’s Comments, and School Choice With Camika Royal 1:40:24

2M ago1:40:24

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk about Will Smith’s return to the public eye and the Black community’s reaction to it (09:25). Camika Royal joins to discuss Jay-Z’s campaign to help underprivileged students, school choice, and the secret issue behind the assistance (40:51). Then, they react to Michael Chandler’s comments about his adoptive sons a…

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Guilt & Glee—The Weekly Roundup 1:28:29

2M ago1:28:29

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To join Politicology+, visit politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts. Lucy Caldwell (Board Advisor to the Renew Democracy Initiative and advisor to the Forward Party) joins host Ron Steslow this week to discuss Donald Trump’s conviction in the New York hush money case, Joe Biden's executive order on border security, and the Wall Street…

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Kramer’s Apology, Trump’s Paused Case, and Blum One-Ups the Fearless Fund 1:23:42

1M ago1:23:42

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show by talking about the NBA Finals and a tale about a recent urgent care visit (00:10). Then, Rachel gives an apology rating for Michael Richards’s latest interview with 'The View' on his racist rant from nearly 20 years ago(11:57) before they talk about the possible outcomes from the Georgia appeals court'…

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LIVE: The Latino Century with Mike Madrid 1:18:28

2M ago1:18:28

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Preorder The Latino Century: How America's Largest Minority Is Transforming Democracy—https://bit.ly/4a7ZCqg Host Ron Steslow sits down with Mike Madrid in front of a live audience in Sacramento, CA to discuss Mike’s upcoming book The Latino Century: How America's Largest Minority Is Transforming Democracy. Special thanks to everyone who made a don…

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Trump’s 34 Charges, Slim Shady’s Return, and Talking ‘Babes’ With Ilana Glazer 1:38:52

2M ago1:38:52

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay talk about the 34 guilty verdicts against Donald Trump and what that could possibly mean for both the election and his followers (08:59). Then, they talk about Eminem’s latest song’s targets (21:11), and Caitlin Clark’s rough initiation into the WNBA (35:09). Lastly, they are joined by Ilana Glazer to talk her latest p…

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Full Blown Freakout—The Weekly Roundup 1:14:30

1M ago1:14:30

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To join Politicology+, visit politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts. This week, we discuss the “Dems in full blown ‘freakout’ over Biden.” Then, we talk about the high-level NIH officials who tried to undermine government transparency—including about the coronavirus. After that, we look at rising debt interest payments and why high in…

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More Trump Misses, Drake’s New Defender, and Understanding the Airstrikes With Akbar Shahid Ahmed 1:24:09

2M ago1:24:09

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay give a quick recap on a few headlines that have captured their attention (08:24), before they are joined by Akbar Shahid Ahmed to talk about the recent airstrikes on Rafah and give more insight on America’s involvement in the Israel/Gaza conflict (19:33). Then, they discuss Drake’s latest defender (53:25) and ask an im…

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Bitcoin is Changing the Fight for Freedom 1:39:03

2M ago1:39:03

1:39:03

Host Ron Steslow welcomes Alex Gladstein (Chief Strategy Officer at the Human Rights Foundation) to discuss the significant and often misunderstood role of Bitcoin in protecting human rights and fighting against authoritarians around the world. Segments to look forward to: (02:07) Alex’s background in human rights work and why he became interested …

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Spending Memorial Day With Prentice Penny and Black Twitter 31:31

2M ago31:31

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay spend Memorial Day with Prentice Penny, creator of ‘Black Twitter: A People's History.’ They talk about his latest project and the internet’s reaction to Black Twitter events. Then, they go over the influence and cultural importance that Black Twitter has had in America. Hosts: Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay Guest: Pren…

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Crypto Clash—The Weekly Roundup 1:16:33

2M ago1:16:33

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To join Politicology+, visit politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts. ** Get your ticket to our LIVE pop-up recording with Ron Steslow and Mike Madrid in Sacramento, CA on Wednesday, May 29th: politicology.com/events ** This week, we discuss the crypto bills getting democratic support in Congress despite Biden’s opposition, why housing…

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Amber Loves Trumps, Caitlin Clark vs. Rachel, and Apple Music’s Top Albums With Bryan-Michael Cox 1:47:31

2M ago1:47:31

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay kick off the podcast celebrating four years with the Thought Warriors before Van brings us a surprise topic (05:44). Then, they talk about the contradictory stance Amber Rose has for Donald Trump (15:17). Later, Bryan-Michael Cox joins the show to talk about the revelations and disappointments coming out of Apple Music…

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Urban Warfare 2:00:56

2M ago2:00:56

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** Get your ticket to our special LIVE pop-up recording with Ron Steslow and Mike Madrid in Sacramento, CA on May 29th: politicology.com/events ** In the wake of the emotional and highly charged conversations surrounding the Israel-Hamas conflict, information pollution has only added to the confusion. This week, we bring in an urban warfare expert …

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Diddy’s Apology, Davis’ Side, and the Lack of Urgency to Help Black America With Rep. Jamaal Bowman 2:29:49

2M ago2:29:49

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the podcast with a discussion about their thoughts behind the emergency podcast and the lessons they learned from it (00:29) before giving their reactions to the apology posted by Diddy (28:09). Then, they are joined by New York Representative Jamaal Bowman to talk about his campaign and his frustrations with Con…

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A Parade of Red Ties—The Weekly Roundup 1:30:55

2M ago1:30:55

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To join Politicology+, visit politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts. ** Get your ticket to our special LIVE recording with Ron Steslow and Mike Madrid in Sacramento, CA on May 29th: politicology.com/events ** This week, we discuss Russia’s latest offensive in Ukraine, stubborn inflation, Biden and Trump’s plans to debate, and the para…

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Butker’s Speech, Presidential Debates, and The Power and Service of Art with Rhymefest 1:26:19

3M ago1:26:19

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show talking about the controversial speech Chiefs Kicker Harrison Butker gave to Benedictine College’s 2024 graduate class and the NFL’s response (05:18) and the early showdown between Biden and Trump (23:03). Then, they are joined by Rhymefest to talk about the reason why he is running for the school board …

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Politicology Mailbag with Mike Madrid and Lucy Caldwell 1:11:17

2M ago1:11:17

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To unlock exclusive content, visit: https://politicology.com/plus Mike Madrid (Lincoln Project cofounder), Lucy Caldwell (Board Advisor to the Renew Democracy Initiative and advisor to the Forward Party) and Ron Steslow respond to your feedback and answer your questions on our latest mailbag episode. (06:50) How you can maximize the impact of polit…

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Mother’s Day, Graduation Protests, and Trump’s Hannibal Lecter Love 1:26:34

3M ago1:26:34

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay start the show by talking about how they celebrated Mother’s Day and how it was a huge day for the BBI (09:29). Then, they discuss the sizable student walk out during Jerry Seinfeld’s Duke University commencement speech (15:01), before Van addresses the sentencing of his cousin and former basketball player, Glen Davis …

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Affordability Voters—The Weekly Roundup 1:30:10

2M ago1:30:10

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To join Politicology+, visit politicology.com/plus or subscribe in Apple Podcasts. ** Want to come to a live taping? Let us know here: https://tpolls.typeform.com/to/Gxjndbgf This week, we look at how the affordability crisis is hurting Biden’s chances with Latino voters, how more people are getting good jobs without a college degree, and another c…

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Hypocrisy in Hip-Hop, the End of a Grifter, and Ceasefire Talks 1:20:45

3M ago1:20:45

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Van Lathan and Rachel Lindsay discuss Questlove’s reaction to the Drake and Kendrick Lamar beef (06:40), before giving their first impressions of Pastor Henderson’s response to the backlash to his “hush” video (32:38). Then, they dive into the ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas that disappointingly fell through (37:53). They end the show talki…

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The Primary Solution 1:09:09

2M ago1:09:09

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Nick Troiano (Executive Director of Unite America) joins host Ron Steslow to discuss how our process for primary elections fuels the partisan doom loop and leaves more and more Americans disappointed about their choices, and Nick’s new book The Primary Solution: Rescuing our Democracy from the Fringes Segments to look forward to: (01:52) The Need f…

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