Best David Brownstein Podcasts (2024)

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Anne Applebaum with Larry Mantle | Countdown to 2024: The election's impact on foreign wars, foreign policies and America's world standing 56:30

2h ago56:30

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America stands at a pivotal crossroads. With serious threats to America’s democracy posed by nationalists, populists and other non-democratic candidates and forces, America at a Crossroads has offered weekly programming continuously since 2020 to encourage activism and passion to combat these threats to our American democracy. Through our weekly vi…

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Crazier & Crazier 59:37

10h ago59:37

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With the election just a week away, the political landscape is like a reality show finale—full of drama, plot twists, and a few surprise guest stars! Axe, Murphy, and Heilemann dissect Trump’s tumultuous NYC rally, compare the enemies list versus the to-do list, explore the art of channeling the negative force, discuss Beyoncé (!), analyze Trump’s …

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EPI 171: The Diet That Can Reduce Your Risk Of Alzheimer's And Help You Lose Weight (It's Not Keto). With Jennifer Ventrelle 47:16

3d ago47:16

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Show notes: (0:00) Intro (1:21) How Jennifer stumbled into the health and wellness field (3:19) What is The Mind Diet? (6:06) Keto diet and brain health (9:37) Carbs and salt in the mind diet (14:05) Sodium levels and how it affects blood pressure (23:48) Food groups in the mind diet (28:57) Grains and legumes: how much is bad? (37:53) Foods to LIM…

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Celinda Lake and Paul Maslin with Madeleine Brand | Countdown to 2024: What are the polls telling us and are they right? 1:02:26

21h ago1:02:26

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America stands at a pivotal crossroads. With serious threats to America’s democracy posed by nationalists, populists and other non-democratic candidates and forces, America at a Crossroads has offered weekly programming continuously since 2020 to encourage activism and passion to combat these threats to our American democracy. Through our weekly vi…

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Jennifer Rubin with Warren Olney | Countdown 2024: A Keen Observer's Perspective 1:02:51

7d ago1:02:51

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Jennifer Rubin is an American political commentator who writes opinion columns for The Washing Post. Previously she worked at Commentary, PJ Media, Human Events, and The Weekly Standard. Her work has been published in media outlets including Politico, New York Post, New York Daily News, National Review, and The Jerusalem Post. A conservative politi…

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The Sprint 1:11:13

11d ago1:11:13

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Well, Hackeroos, we’re just two weeks away from the big showdown! Axe, Murphy, and Heilemann are really getting to the shaft of things as they discuss the final sprint of the Harris and Trump Campaign. The Hacks discuss Trump’s obsession with Arnold Palmer, Harris’s Fox News interview, Trump losing energy, the blue wall thesis, nose holding republi…

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EPI 170: Lies I Taught In Medical School. With Dr. Robert Lufkin 48:56

8d ago48:56

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Show notes: (0:51) Dr. Lufkin’s background and personal health journey (04:29) Conventional medicine’s symptomatic approach (8:22) Impact of lifestyle changes on mental and physical health (18:28) Importance of lowering carbohydrate intake (27:24) Dr. Lufkin’s dietary changes and intermittent fasting (32:38) Issues with farming incentives and food …

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Harry Dunn with Patt Morrison | A Harrowing Account of January 6 and Thoughts About January 2025 57:36

10d ago57:36

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During this America at a Crossroads program, Patt Morrison, veteran LA Times columnist and winner of a Pulitzer, many Golden Mikes and multiple Emmy Awards, will engage January 6 Capitol Police Officer Harry Dunn in conversation about the January 6 insurrection. Dunn has been one of the most prominent and essential voices regarding the truth of wha…

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Margin of Effort (with Ron Brownstein) 1:07:59

15d ago1:07:59

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Hack-A-Doodle-Doo! We are three weeks out from election day, so Axe & Murphy have enlisted their favorite political whiz, Ron Brownstein, the human encyclopedia of hackfoolery! The Hacks break down the state of the race, dissect Harris’s messaging hits and misses, and explore how the popular vote, Senate, and House races could differ from the top o…

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EPI 169: Alternative Cancer Treatments That Are Gaining Popularity & A New Theory On Cancer with Mark Lintern 47:49

15d ago47:49

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Show notes: (1:33) Mark Lintern and his journey (7:24) Cancer theories (20:59) Traditional treatments vs. alternative approaches (30:29) The Tippin's protocol (37:57) How to access Mark’s book and other resources (46:01) Outro Who is Mark Lintern? Mark Lintern is a graphic designer from Stafford who, after being diagnosed with skin cancer and losin…

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Ron Brownstein with Larry Mantle | Election 2024: The Final Countdown 59:15

15d ago59:15

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This America at a Crossroads program will feature Ron Brownstein, one of the country’s foremost political journalists and analysts, in conversation with award winning veteran NPR-affiliate LAist radio talk show journalist, Larry Mantle. With less than 4 weeks before election day, the program will focus on up-to-the-minute current events related to …

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Rick Hasen with Warren Olney | 2025: What are the chances of a peaceful transition of power? 58:59

20d ago58:59

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RICK HASEN is one of the country’s foremost experts on American election law, campaign finance, voting rights, voter suppression, and transitions of power. In conversation with the highly awarded broadcast journalist Warren Olney, Rick will provide his analysis on the state of the current election with emphasis on efforts at voter suppression, lega…

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Murder Genes & Media Gymnastics (with Mike Bender) 1:18:02

24d ago1:18:02

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This week, Heilemann and Murphy were joined by the esteemed and remarkably flexible Mike Bender, NYT political correspondent and author of Frankly, We Did Win This Election: The Inside Story of How Trump Lost. The Hacks break down murder genes, Harris’s media blitz, take bets on whether there will be another presidential debate, moments of crazy st…

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EPI 168: Dr. Caryn Zinn - How Many Carbs Should You Be Eating? Plus The Diet That Can Reverse Diabetes 50:29

22d ago50:29

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Show notes: (0:42) Dr. Zinn's background and career journey (6:10) Debunking outdated nutrition myths (8:45) Low-carb diets in managing diabetes globally (13:50) The spectrum of carbohydrate reduction (20:17) The challenge of maintaining extreme diets (23:33) The role of elimination diets like AIP and carnivore (28:44) Long-term use of keto and met…

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Bob Shrum and Mike Murphy with Patt Morrison | 2024 Election Update: A Democrat's and a Republican's Views 59:05

24d ago59:05

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BOB SHRUM AND MICHAEL MURPHY are arguably amongst the most respected and experienced political analysts and pundits of our time. Both have extensive experience working on numerous presidential campaigns over the past many decades. In conversation with Patt Morrison of the LA Times, who has won the Pulitzer, six Emmys and a dozen Golden Mike awards,…

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VP Debate 1:01:07

1M ago1:01:07

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Three bleary-eyed, bloviating Hacks convened this morning to dissect the VP debate. The Hacks leave no stone unturned, exploring everything from electric vehicle politics to eyeliner choices—because it's all fair game, as long as the leading man isn’t upstaged. Tune in to hear about manatee killer instincts, Vance’s early debate wins, Walz’s underd…

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Ken Burns with Patt Morrison | Ken Burns and the American Story 59:43

29d ago59:43

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Aside from being America’s most prolific, acclaimed, and respected documentary film maker, Ken Burns is an astute observer of American political life, both past and present. Known for his dogged commitment to pursuing the truth through locating and uncovering primary source documents, Ken Burns has had dramatic influence not only as the greatest do…

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EPI 167: Dr. Heather Sandison - NYT Bestselling Author of "Reversing Alzheimer’s: The New Toolkit to Improve Cognition and Protect Brain Health" Shares The Diet That Can Prevent & Reverse Dementia & Alzheimer ... 45:17

1M ago45:17

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Show notes: (1:27) How Dr. Sandison became interested in Alzheimer’s treatment (4:23) Understanding genetic predispositions (9:28) Six components of brain health (19:12) Hormonal balance and testosterone therapy for brain health (21:50) Nutrition for brain health (28:00) Benefits of the ketogenic diet and seasonal eating for cognitive health (38:25…

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Aluf Benn with Madeleine Brand | Israel in Crisis Briefing #19 1:01:00

1M ago1:01:00

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Since 2011, Aluf Benn has been the Editor in Chief of Haaretz, the longest running newspaper currently in print in Israel. Haaretz, founded in 1918, describes itself as “an independent daily newspaper with a broadly liberal outlook both on domestic issues and on international affairs.” Aluf Benn holds an MBA degree from the Kellogg School of Manage…

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Peter Baker and Susan Glasser with Madeleine Brand | Election 24: An Analysis By Two Experts 59:56

1M ago59:56

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This program features the dynamic duo of two renowned journalists who have covered national politics, elections and presidencies for decades. They will be discussing their observations and analysis of the 2024 Elections in conversation with Madeleine Brand of NPR’s affiliate KCRW. Peter Baker is the chief White House correspondent for The New York …

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Poller Coaster (with Alyssa Farah Griffin) 1:06:25

1M ago1:06:25

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This week Axe and Murphy were joined Alyssa Farah Griffin, host of The View and former Trump White House communications staffer. The Hacks dive into poll-a-palooza, viral pet songs, Trump’s internal messaging battle, radioactive candidates, and so much more. Buckle up!By Hacks On Tap

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EPI 166: Harvard Trained Psychologist Dr. Georgia Ede Shares How Changing Her Clients' Diet Can Literally Change Their Mind. Getting Off Medications, Improving Mood, Kicking Depression, And MUCH More! 55:03

1M ago55:03

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Show notes: (1:11) How Dr. Ede discovered the connection between nutrition and mental health (3:56) The gut-brain connection and its impact on mental health (9:00) Successful dietary interventions in treating mental illness (15:15) The role of inflammation and oxidative stress in mental health conditions (20:44) Foods to avoid for better mental hea…

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Dana Stroul and Michael Singh with Warren Olney | Israel in Crisis Briefing #18 1:01:41

1M ago1:01:41

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The featured speakers for this program, Dana Stroul and Michael Singh, both previously advised American presidents and secretaries of state on the Middle East. They are now on the faculty of The Washington Institute (TWI), for Near East Policy, a pro-Israel American think tank based in Washington, D.C., focused on the foreign policy of the United S…

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Sarah Longwell and Simon Rosenberg with Larry Mantle | A Closer Look at the 2024 Elections 58:40

1M ago58:40

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Sarah Longwell, a Republican political strategist, is the founder and producer of The Bulwark, a conservative anti-Trump news and opinion website launched in 2018. Together with Bill Kristol and Charlie Sykes, Sarah has consistently presented outstanding podcasts, programming and articles for Republican never-Trumpers, a movement which Longwell hel…

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EPI 165: Dr. David Brownstein - Almost Everyone Is Deficient In This Nutrient & It's Causing MAJOR Problems. Could This Very Specific Blend Of Iodine Be The Answer? 51:20

1M ago51:20

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Show notes: (1:13) Dr. David Brownstein and his background (2:58) From conventional to holistic medicine (12:00) Iodine and its powerful health benefits (17:19) Connection between iodine deficiency and thyroid disorders (19:48) How Dr. Brownstein discovered the correct iodine formulation (29:55) Iodine in health and addressing iodine deficiency (33…

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Gidi Grinstein with Rabbi Ed Feinstein | Israel in Crisis Briefing #17 59:51

1M ago59:51

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Gidi Grinstein has spent most of his career promoting Israeli-Palestinian and regional peace in the Middle East. In his recent book (In)Sights: Peacemaking in the Oslo Process thirty Years and Counting, Grinstein illuminates systemic issues relating to the failed efforts to arrive at a two- state solution. Ambassador Dennis Ross, a frequent guest o…

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It’s the Economy, Stupid (with James Carville) 1:03:32

2M ago1:03:32

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This week, Axe and Murphy were joined by The Ragin' Cajun himself. They explored the latest political developments, including another assassination attempt on Trump, the case Kamala Harris and her team need to make, and a thorough analysis of the economy and Bidenomics. They also previewed the upcoming documentary that chronicles Carville’s career …

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Aaron David Miller with Larry Mantle | Israel in Crisis Briefing #16 58:29

2M ago58:29

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Since October 7, America at a Crossroads has invited a variety of veteran diplomats, journalists, and scholars to provide occasional briefings about the situation in the Middle East, focusing on the hostages, the Gaza War, and on US engagement and diplomacy in the region. On September 12, expert Middle East analyst Aaron David Miller, a senior fell…

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Debate Post Mortem 1:05:09

2M ago1:05:09

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In a caffeine-fueled fever dream, three overworked faux doctors gathered this morning to dissect last night’s presidential debate. Join us as our "medical experts" administer a thorough post-mortem on the debate’s highs and lows: from the subtle art of baiting former presidents to whether your furry friends are in danger from political shrapnel. We…

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EPI 164: Hormone Optimization Pioneer Dr. Sergey Dzugan. Is High Cholesterol Actually Good For You? A Warning About Statins + How Balancing Hormones Is The Key To Health & Anti-Aging 57:56

2M ago57:56

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Show notes: (1:40) What led Dr. Dzugan to the hormone optimization field? (3:20) Differences in medical approaches between countries (7:21) Pharmaceutical dependency in the U.S. (10:40) Aging and hormonal changes (14:11) Importance of hormone optimization (17:52) Understanding disease causes and treatment (20:38) The necessity of regular blood test…

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Debate Preview 33:22

2M ago33:22

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This morning the Hacks gathered bright and early just for you, to dish out a can’t-miss debate preview. As the post-convention sugar high fades and a fresh New York Times poll shakes up the race, the Hacks dive into the high-stakes drama of the upcoming debate. They break down how each camp is gearing up for the spotlight, what we can expect from t…

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Larry Diamond and Jeffrey Koseff with Larry Mantle | "It's in the air": Antisemitism and anti-Israel bias on college campuses, and how to address it. 57:27

2M ago57:27

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The severe uptick in antisemitic and anti-Israel incidents on college campuses since the October 7 Hamas massacre in Israel has been widely documented. In late 2023, Stanford University’s President appointed our America at a Crossroads guests, Larry Diamond, a senior fellow both at Stanford’s Hoover Institution and at the Freeman Spogli Institute f…

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