Best JD Suite Podcasts (2024)

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Who’s at the Wheel of the Democratic Party? 34:51

5d ago34:51

34:51

“The dam is breaking!” Have the Democrats reached their “break glass in case of emergency” moment? This week, Michelle, Ross and Lydia dig into the Democratic Party fissures, consider what could happen if President Biden refuses to bow out, and debate just how much this moment mirrors the Republican scramble against Trump in 2016. (A full transcrip…

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Who Should Lead the Democratic Ticket? Six Columnists Weigh In. 29:48

10d ago29:48

29:48

Matter of Opinion is off this week, but the news hasn’t stopped. So this week we’re bringing you something from columnists across New York Times Opinion. With President Biden’s candidacy in question, we asked them: Who would you like to see as the Democratic nominee? These are their answers. Lydia Polgreen on the case for Vice President Kamala Harr…

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Is Biden Too Old? America Got Its Answer. 47:14

18d ago47:14

47:14

Ezra Klein joins Ross and Michelle to dissect the first presidential debate of 2024: “At some point Democrats have to decide if they want to try to win this election, or it is simply too uncomfortable for them to do anything but be on this train as it derails.” (A full transcript of this episode is available on the Times website.) Thoughts about th…

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Can a MAGA Warrior Go Normie? Michelle Cottle Goes to a Biker Bar to Find Out. 8:10

19d ago8:10

8:10

We’re getting ready for this week’s presidential debate. In the meantime, we wanted to share an audio essay from Michelle Cottle on a make-or-break vote for the MAGA warrior Lauren Boebert. The controversial lawmaker is facing a primary in Colorado that will determine her political future. Michelle visited a biker bar in Douglas County, Colo., to u…

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What J.D. Vance’s Transformation Tells Us About the Future of Democracy 34:27

24d ago34:27

34:27

Populism, offered as a solution to economic and cultural woes, has gained ground in Europe following a slew of recent elections. Across the pond, the Ohio senator and potential Trump running mate J.D. Vance is championing an American version of populist politics that is also gaining traction. On this week’s episode, the hosts discuss Vance’s embrac…

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The ‘Disdain’ of Justice Alito and the Supreme Court 32:23

1M ago32:23

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Amid politically charged flag flying, secret recordings, and eyebrow-raising financial disclosures, there’s something fishy about the behavior of the nation’s top judges. Are they ruining faith in the Supreme Court? Or is that the partisan reaction to the decisions coming from on high? Michelle, Carlos and Lydia are joined by the Times editorial bo…

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The ‘Empty Suit’ of Trump’s Masculinity 35:44

1M ago35:44

35:44

Former President Donald J. Trump’s appearance at a U.F.C. match this week seems to be part of a larger strategy to attract men — especially young men — to his cause. But what can President Biden do to change the narrative that “the left doesn’t like men”? This week, Michelle Cottle and Carlos Lozada are joined by their (male) Opinion colleagues Jam…

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South Africa Confronts Israel and Its Own Democracy 38:05

1M ago38:05

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In a special intercontinental episode, Lydia Polgreen reports from South Africa as the country challenges Israel for its attack on Rafah in southern Gaza. The post-apartheid nation has emerged as a critical leader and a moral voice in some (but not all) superpower struggles. Yet back at home, South Africa’s 30 years of multiracial democracy is unde…

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“If We Think There’s a Trump Cult Already …” 28:00

2M ago28:00

28:00

With Lydia in South Africa covering their election, Ross out on parental leave and Michelle reporting from a saloon in Colorado, Carlos turns the mic over to his Times Opinion colleagues to respond to the news about Donald Trump’s guilty verdict in the New York hush-money trial. The columnists Michelle Goldberg and David French — who calls himself …

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R.F.K. Jr. and the ‘Coalition of the Distrustful’ 8:42

2M ago8:42

8:42

We’re taking a break to enjoy the Memorial Day weekend and will be back next week. Until then, enjoy an audio essay from NYT Opinion’s other Michelle — Michelle Goldberg — on what Robert F. Kennedy Jr.’s campaign could mean for President Biden and Donald Trump. Thoughts about the show? Email us at matterofopinion@nytimes.com or leave a voice mail a…

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Why Do We Hate Kamala Harris? Do We? 40:11

2M ago40:11

40:11

This week, the hosts debate what the latest Times/Siena poll reveals about Joe Biden’s weaknesses and mull over the question of whether Vice President Kamala Harris is one of them. Plus, Carlos on some advice that’s gold, Jerry, gold. (A full transcript of this audio essay will be available within 24 hours of publication on the Times website.) Ment…

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Let the Trump Veep Auditions Begin 35:46

2M ago35:46

35:46

Donald Trump is searching for a running mate, and his list of potential candidates is getting smaller and smaller. This week, the hosts discuss whether Trump is considering other qualities beyond loyalty, and they debate what his eventual choice could mean for the future of Trumpism in the Republican Party. Plus, Michelle wants to worm her way into…

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Untangling the Mess of Campus Protests 31:37

2M ago31:37

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On this episode, the hosts get heated about the political divisions and contradictions revealed by the recent campus protests and ask why some in Washington seem so invested in perpetuating the demonstrations. (A full transcript of this audio essay will be available within 24 hours of publication on the Times website.) Thoughts about the show? Emai…

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How Does Trump’s Violent Rhetoric End? 32:19

3M ago32:19

32:19

How worried should we really be about the threat of political violence? On this week’s episode of “Matter of Opinion,” columnist Jamelle Bouie joins the hosts to set the record straight on whether we’re actually living through an unusually violent era, and they discuss whether the new movie, “Civil War,” could come true. Plus, Keanu Reeves in his m…

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Thomas Friedman on Iran, Israel and Preventing a ‘Forever War’ 28:13

3M ago28:13

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Will Israel and Iran’s unprecedented attacks escalate into a wider mideast conflict? A “forever war”? This week, columnist Tom Friedman joins the hosts to unpack the latest developments, what it means for Gaza, and the implications for the region writ large. A full transcript of this audio essay will be available within 24 hours of publication on t…

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Abortion, Trump and Religion in Politics 36:12

3M ago36:12

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This week, the hosts debate how religious voters will react to Donald Trump’s betrayal of anti-abortion positions, the evolution of Christianity as the domain of the right and whether religion is actually as powerful as it seems in modern U.S. politics. Plus, Ross finds aliens, again. (A full transcript of this audio essay will be available within …

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Are Smartphones Just a Scapegoat for Our Unhappy Children? 36:10

3M ago36:10

36:10

It’s not just bad vibes — America’s kids are not OK. As study after study shows worsening youth mental health, a popular theory has emerged: The rise of smartphones and the addictive nature of social media is making young people miserable. But can it really be that simple? This week, the hosts debate the myriad possible factors contributing to teen…

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Finding the Line Between Celebrity and Politician With Tressie McMillan Cottom 35:14

4M ago35:14

35:14

The sociologist and New York Times columnist Tressie McMillan Cottom joins the hosts this week to discuss the role of celebrity in politics. Could Beyoncé and Taylor Swift, with their tens of millions of fans, sway the presidential election? And beyond brand-name pop stars, what role does celebrity play within the political system? Plus, Tressie go…

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Texts From the Swamp 35:29

4M ago35:29

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It can often feel as if politicians use a lot of words without saying much of anything. So how do journalists and citizens make sense of what’s said (and unsaid) in the many congressional reports, court decisions and campaign memoirs that pour out of Washington? This week, Carlos makes the case for reading the Capitol, and uses insights from his ne…

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Lydia Finds Hope in a Moment of Crisis 6:21

4M ago6:21

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We’re working on this week's episode. While you wait, listen to this audio essay from one of our hosts, Lydia Polgreen, on the situation unfolding in Haiti. This audio essay was originally made for the NYT Audio App, free for Times subscribers in the Apple App Store.By New York Times Opinion

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The Election of Our Discontent 33:12

4M ago33:12

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Many voters from both parties are less than enthusiastic about their likely options this November. This week the Opinion writer and editor Katherine Miller joins Michelle, Lydia and Carlos to talk about uncommitted voters, double haters and how they could affect the election, whether they turn out or not. Plus, Lydia makes a plea against the tyrann…

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Grabbers (This Year's Saint Paddy's Day Recommend) 3:29

4M ago3:29

3:29

Grabbers trailer: https://youtu.be/uC4GlNAD5ZA?si=XeNls7rPe7gxuhE0 Dead Harvey links: Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dead_harvey/ Facebook: https://www.facebook.com/deadharvey YouTube: @deadharvey Intro and outro music by Tony Longworth. http://tonylongworth.com/freemusic/By Brad Paulson

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Trump 2.0: ‘A Blueprint for Retribution’ 39:02

4M ago39:02

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Could Donald Trump’s promise to be a dictator on day one come true? On this episode of “Matter of Opinion,” the hosts debate which policies could be most consequential in a potential second Trump term and whether a proposal set out by conservative allies could provide the tools to execute his vision. And Michelle Cottle shares her passion for a tre…

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The Pro-Life Movement Had a Plan Post-Roe. The G.O.P. Didn’t. 34:35

5M ago34:35

34:35

When the Supreme Court overturned Roe v. Wade in 2022, the Republican Party declared victory. But the Alabama Supreme Court’s decision last month that frozen embryos are considered “extrauterine children,” which prompted hospitals to suspend I.V.F. procedures, has complicated that victory. Given Americans’ overwhelming support for in vitro fertiliz…

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Paul Krugman on the Economy as a Voting Issue 35:57

5M ago35:57

35:57

Why does the economy look so good to economists but feel so bad to voters? The Nobel laureate economist Paul Krugman joins the hosts to discuss why inflation, interest rates and wages aren’t in line with voters’ perception of the economy. Then, they debate with Paul how big of an influence the economy will be on the 2024 presidential election, and …

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Beware! The Devil's Wrath (Interview With Director Craig Meinhart & Actors Sean Carrigan & Terence Banks) 23:22

5M ago23:22

23:22

Director Craig Meinhart & Actors Sean Carrigan & Terence Banks join us to discuss their plans for making a feature occult revenge horror film from their short, Beware! The Devil's Wrath. Beware! The Devil's Wrath website: https://www.bewarethedevilswrath.com/ Dead Harvey links: YouTube: @deadharvey Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/dead_harvey/ …

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Who’s at the Wheel of the Democratic Party? 34:51

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Who Should Lead the Democratic Ticket? Six Columnists Weigh In. 29:48

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Is Biden Too Old? America Got Its Answer. 47:14

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Can a MAGA Warrior Go Normie? Michelle Cottle Goes to a Biker Bar to Find Out. 8:10

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What J.D. Vance’s Transformation Tells Us About the Future of Democracy 34:27

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The ‘Disdain’ of Justice Alito and the Supreme Court 32:23

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The ‘Empty Suit’ of Trump’s Masculinity 35:44

751
South Africa Confronts Israel and Its Own Democracy 38:05

751
“If We Think There’s a Trump Cult Already …” 28:00

901
R.F.K. Jr. and the ‘Coalition of the Distrustful’ 8:42

1001
Why Do We Hate Kamala Harris? Do We? 40:11

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Let the Trump Veep Auditions Begin 35:46

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Untangling the Mess of Campus Protests 31:37

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How Does Trump’s Violent Rhetoric End? 32:19

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Thomas Friedman on Iran, Israel and Preventing a ‘Forever War’ 28:13

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Abortion, Trump and Religion in Politics 36:12

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Are Smartphones Just a Scapegoat for Our Unhappy Children? 36:10

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Finding the Line Between Celebrity and Politician With Tressie McMillan Cottom 35:14

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Texts From the Swamp 35:29

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Lydia Finds Hope in a Moment of Crisis 6:21

2001
The Election of Our Discontent 33:12

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Grabbers (This Year's Saint Paddy's Day Recommend) 3:29

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Trump 2.0: ‘A Blueprint for Retribution’ 39:02

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The Pro-Life Movement Had a Plan Post-Roe. The G.O.P. Didn’t. 34:35

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Paul Krugman on the Economy as a Voting Issue 35:57

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Beware! The Devil's Wrath (Interview With Director Craig Meinhart & Actors Sean Carrigan & Terence Banks) 23:22

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