Best Kristol Podcasts (2024)

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Bill Kristol: The Musk of it All 52:41

6h ago52:41

52:41

Do not sleep on this: The billionaire tech bros are on board with the authoritarian project so they can capture the regulatory state. They are showering Trump with money to win his favor and using Vance to lock in control of the Republican Party. Plus, Kamala unveils her media strategy, and the damage Israel has done to terror groups since Oct. 7 i…

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Aaron Friedberg on Trump, Harris, and a Dangerous World 1:21:22

4d ago1:21:22

1:21:22

We face an ever more dangerous geopolitical environment. In this Conversation, Princeton professor and AEI nonresident senior fellow Aaron Friedberg analyzes America’s foreign policy challenges and considers how a Harris or Trump administration might approach the threats we face. According to Friedberg, the cooperation among Russia, China, Iran, No…

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18 - I Could Go to Jail for Saying What I'd Like to Happen to Bill Kristol feat Will Weldon 1:36:38

8d ago1:36:38

1:36:38

I watched Real Time season 1, episode 17 all on my own, and man oh man, do I ever hate Bill Kristol. Lots of clips in this one; I get into the weeds on the quality and craftsmanship of the monologues jokes. Also, I changed my mind and did not include the clip from the DL Hughley Show, if you really want to you can watch it here. Join the Patreon he…

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BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW - Nasty Old Man vs Condescending Old Man (Who is Nasty) feat John Hastings and Adam Christie 6:34

9h ago6:34

6:34

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BONUS EPISODE with Doug Emhoff: We Have a Mission 25:22

11h ago25:22

25:22

The second gentleman says Kamala has really stepped it up for this abbreviated campaign, and is showing the country the most badass version of herself. He also promised that nothing will distract them from focusing on winning the election. Plus, Trump didn't know what hit him in the debate. Doug Emhoff joins Tim Miller for a very special bonus epis…

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John Dickerson: Hero Story 53:45

16h ago53:45

53:45

Liz Cheney sticks to her values under incredible pressure in an old-fashioned Republican way. And she reminded us that Jan 6 is not in the past—but is directly tied to the threat from a presidency where loyalty is built around a lie. Plus, the politicizing of FEMA, Trump's baiting of the media to fact check, more Megyn derangement syndrome, and the…

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Dan Harris 32:09

24h ago32:09

32:09

Dan Harris challenges the myth of rugged individualism, advocating for mindfulness and altruism in the pursuit of happiness. He’s an author, former ABC News anchor, and host of the podcast 10% Happier. Find him at: www.danharris.com For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @TRPresLi…

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19 - The Desolation of Paul Krugman feat Sam Wiles 1:49:07

4d ago1:49:07

1:49:07

Comedian Sam Wiles joined the show to talk about whether or not he has, like me, concerns about having your creative works too associated with a guy you hate, then it's on to Real Time, season one, episode 18. It's not the smartest panel in the world, but they make up for it by being.... well, not very smart. Here's Sam being a man he hates as much…

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Kaitlan Collins: Still Surreal 42:56

1d ago42:56

42:56

Jack Smith's filing on Jan 6 reads almost like a novel—with Trump shrugging about Pence having to be evacuated, mocking true believer Sidney Powell, and implicating himself with a damning phone-data footprint. Plus, life as a CNN anchor, the evolution of conservative media, and no, Megyn, Kaitlan is an Alabama girl. Kaitlan Collins joins Tim Miller…

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Jim Messina and Michael Weiss: Midwestern Nice 54:33

5d ago54:33

54:33

The Harris campaign clearly opted not to send out an attack dog in last night's debate. While JD Vance helped the reputation of the Yale debate club, the coverage today is about abortion and Jan 6—Tim Walz's best lines. Meanwhile, the race remains a coin toss, and the legal drama over the election is already becoming a nightmare. Plus, Iran's balli…

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Lis Smith: Go After the Weird Angle 49:53

4d ago49:53

49:53

JD Vance may be a good debater, but his creepy obsession with lady parts could put him on defense. Meanwhile, Kamala seems to embrace a more robust media strategy, the weakest alpha in history can't bear to face off with her again, and Trump is the last person who would help make Americans more healthy. Lis Smith joins Tim Miller. show notes Lis's …

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

4d ago59:43

59:43

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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Bill Kristol: Prepping A Closing Message 46:41

5d ago46:41

46:41

While the Trump campaign is opting for trans panic, Kamala really needs to remind people to be alarmed about the disaster possibilities with Trump. Plus, an imbalance in campaign ads, the role of foreign policy in the election, getting assistance to the people of Western North Carolina— and the potential political fallout from Hurricane Helene. Bil…

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

6d ago1:01:00

1:01:00

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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Amanda Carpenter: Get With the Program, Already 54:25

8d ago54:25

54:25

If Mitt Romney and Mike Pence really want to have influence over a future GOP, then they need to join the Cheneys in what may be the greatest cross-partisan movement in history. Meanwhile, the MAGA retribution agenda keeps ramping up, we need more Mark Cuban, and Kamala hits the border. Amanda Carpenter joins Tim Miller for the weekend podcast. sho…

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Pete Buttigieg and A.B. Stoddard: Talk Is Cheap 52:59

9d ago52:59

52:59

Trump likes to promise a manufacturing renaissance as though one isn't going on right now. But we also had a manufacturing recession when he was in office—and that was before Covid. Plus, Kamala hits her stride talking about her plans, Clay Higgins is a lying, racist thug, the Democratic Party keeps holding lawbreakers to account, and we can see in…

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

9d ago59:56

59:56

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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Dana Milbank: Fools on the Hill 41:09

12d ago41:09

41:09

The current Congress is the most do-nothingest since 1861—when the Union was falling apart right before the Civil War. Speaker Mike Johnson is completely beholden to Trump, Republicans used Russian propaganda for their sham impeachment effort against Biden, and a clown car of Santos-style fakers are cruising to reelection. Plus, the prospect for ch…

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Michael Medved: America Is No Accident 52:39

11d ago52:39

52:39

Longtime conservative talk show host Michael Medved believes America was chosen for a special mission—Republicans used to understand that, but now it's the Democrats who are carrying on the patriotic, 'morning in America' idea. Meanwhile, fiscal conservatives shrug over Trump's promised tariffs, and the architect of Project 2025 reportedly killed h…

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

11d ago1:01:41

1:01:41

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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Bill Kristol: Trump's Just A Huckster at Heart 43:02

12d ago43:02

43:02

Melania is selling Christmas ornaments, while Trump is offering up 99.9% silver coins—the vibe feels more like a going out of business sale than heading back to the White House. But then again, a new bearish NYT poll is worrisome, especially after a bullish one from NBC on Sunday. Plus, Kamala gets a chance to call Trump a ‘chicken’ for ducking a s…

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Peter Hamby: Living the Racist Porn Message Board Life 50:48

17d ago50:48

50:48

Mark Robinson thinks so much about porn, he wouldn't have enough head space or time to do the job of being North Carolina's governor. Meanwhile, the "Black Nazi" calls trans people and gays filthy. Plus, Kamala's confidence on the trail, the absurdity of the Trump campaign thinking she delivered a gun gaffe —and white people varietals in PA, WI, an…

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Mike Rowe 32:55

15d ago32:55

32:55

Mike Rowe expounds on American history, his disdain for teleprompters, and the value of “the strenuous life.” He’s the former host of Discovery’s “Dirty Jobs” and a leading advocate for the skilled trades. Find his work at: www.mikerowe.com For more, visit goodcitizenpodcast.com. Follow us on Facebook @TRPresidentialLibrary Instagram @trlibrary X @…

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BONUS EPISODE PREVIEW - Bill Maher, Tony Soprano, and Stone Cold Steve Austin Walk into a Bar... feat Jeff D'Silva 2:40

16d ago2:40

2:40

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Sam Stein and Susanne Craig: Look Beyond the Polls 49:47

16d ago49:47

49:47

We're swimming in polling data, but we should also consider that Kamala has more money and a superior ground game. On the other hand though, she doesn't have a spouse promoting nude modeling experience. Plus, the sweeping narrative behind the 'Lucky Loser' who squandered his father's fortune. Susanne Craig and Sam Stein join Tim Miller. show notes …

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

16d ago58:40

58:40

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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Tom Nichols: The Cat Was in the Basement 54:00

19d ago54:00

54:00

JD Vance thought he had confirmation of his Haitian migrant conspiracy when a Springfield, OH resident filed a police report about her missing cat. But Miss Sassy was just in the basement, safe and sound. More seriously, Vance and Trump want everyone who's not on their team to shut up, so they can rile up their supporters and prime people for viole…

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17 - Making Out With Your 45 Year Old Grandma feat Rachele Friedland 1:19:25

18d ago1:19:25

1:19:25

Man, what a bad panel this was. Comedian Rachele Friedland joins me to, you know, talk Bill Maher. She's a former fan, and I was so exhausted from watching like six hours of Bill Maher content over a few days that I made her psychoanalyze me to find out why I am doing this. The answer? I'm fucked up, dewd. We talked about Real Time season 1 episode…

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Amy Walter: A 50-50 Race 47:12

20d ago47:12

47:12

The presidential race is essentially tied, with movement on the margins that may not be picked up in polling. So prepare for a lot of mood swings in the next seven weeks. Amy Walter and Tim Miller dive deep into PA voters v WI voters, Penn State grad Trump fans, and the prospects for Kamala in NC v GA. Plus, a cliffhanger in the House. show notes: …

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