They come from two different sides of the political spectrum: John Kasich, former Governor of Ohio and 2016 Republican presidential candidate; and Jordan Klepper, a liberal comedian best known for his viral videos interviewing MAGA supporters for The Daily Show with Trevor Noah. In this weekly talk show podcast, the pair will come together to scream their differing political opinions at each other for an hour… just kidding. Sure, there will be some political debate, but Kasich & Klepper’s di ...
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The Ticket: A Presidential Podcast from The Texas Tribune and KUT News. Each Week KUT's Ben Philpott and the Tribune's Jay Root provide a rundown of the week's campaign actions and bring you interviews with people who make a living working on, covering or commenting on the campaigns.
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Drawing on history, comparative politics and arguments based on political principles, Blind Politics seeks to examine current events and future trends both at home and abroad, and to answer the big questions behind the headlines. Along the way, we’ll strive to find common ground and practical solutions to complex, polarized and seemingly intractable political problems. Your host, Dr. A.J. Nolte is Assistant Professor at Regent University’s Robertson School of Government. Don’t forget to rate ...
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On the menu for today’s show - some nice and a whole lot of spice. Phil Rosenthal, creator of EVERYBODY LOVES RAYMOND, and foodie extraordinaire joins Kasich & Klepper for a feast for the ears. They talk about why everyone should travel (even if it's exploring your own town!), the power of sharing a meal (and a laugh), and how Phil developed his se…
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A News Consumer's Guide to Finding Out What's Going On
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When it comes to the news, we've all asked the question, "who can I trust?" In this episode, Dr. Nolte engages with this question and provides tips for figuring out what kinds of sources you should listen to.
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In the year since Putin invaded Ukraine, we have learned new things about Russia, Ukraine, the West, the US, and the future of geopolitics in the 21st century. Dr. Nolte outlines the key lessons we have learned from the ongoing conflict and forecasts what might become evident in the future.
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The Social and Political Implications of Revivals
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The Asbury revival has gained national attention and prompted Dr. Nolte to ask what this revival means for politics. The short answer is: we don't know yet. Still, we can look to history and consider past revivals' social and political impacts even as we speculate about the implications of modern-day revival.…
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2024 Presidential Match-ups I'd Love to See
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In this episode, Dr. Nolte plays match-maker, setting presidential candidates against their ideal opponents. He uses this criteria: which challenger would produce the most entertaining or edifying presidential contest?
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Dr. Nolte is not expecting history to repeat itself during the 2024 Presidential Election. In this episode, he highlights developments in how Republican candidates understand their voters, the impact of a political record, and the new issues voters care about. This is an episode you won't want to miss!…
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In this episode, Dr. Nolte goes on record with his full thoughts on Christian Nationalism. He engages with academic literature on the subject, outlines a way of identifying what Christian Nationalism is, and describes the history of religion in the US. Ultimately, he concludes that the left's freak out about Christian nationalism is overblown and m…
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A Sporting Special in Which We Speak of the Speaker Spectacle
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After 15 ballots, the United States Congress has elected Rep. McCarthy Speaker of the House! Please join us as Dr. Nolte chronicles all the details of the drama-filled saga on this episode of Blind Politics.
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Conservatism Contra Celebrity, or How the Right Needs to Stop Worrying and Embrace Not Being Cool
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On this episode of Blind Politics, join Dr. Nolte on a myth busting journey as he tackles the conservative (and Christian) myth that we need to match the left's mainstream popularity by enlisting celebrities as spokespeople. Thanks for joining us on today's episode of Blind Politics!
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The 2024 GOP Presidential Field Will Be Smaller than You Think
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Dr. Nolte jumps in with a contrarian take that the GOP presidential candidate field might be bigger than some people will like but still smaller than some might think.
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2024 GOP Presidential Candidate Comparisons
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It is pretty normal during the NFL draft to hear commentators compare top pics to other notable players. In this episode, Dr. Nolte does something similar with top candidates for the 2024 GOP presidential nomination, identifying potential strengths and weaknesses by drawing comparisons with other political players.…
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Top Five Things Both Conservatives and Progressives Can Be Thankful For
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In this special Thanksgiving edition of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte covers some things that progressives can be thankful for, things that conservatives can be thankful for, and some things that we all can be thankful for! Thank you for joining for the latest episode of Blind Politics.
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Dr. Nolte reacts to Trump's campaign announcement! Months ago, Dr. Nolte went on record predicting that Trump would not run for re-election, but Trump announced presidential campaign on November 15th. Still, Dr. Nolte says his logic for why Trump should not run remains valid. According to him, a rational risk calculation still shows that the Trump …
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In this episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte explains why the potential Red tsunami turned into a slight red trickle. Thanks for joining us for the latest episode of Blind Politics.
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Midterms are almost here! In this last installment of power rankings leading up to election night, Dr. Nolte discusses if we’re looking at a red-trickle, red-wave, or a red tsunami. Visit American1.com
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Issue Brief - Russia Using Iranian Weapons?
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Issue Brief: Russia using Iranian-made weapons. Dr. Nolte discusses what it means and why it matters. American1.com
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Midterms are right around the corner. What issues REALLY matter most to voters? Who will win the House and the Senate? Will Trump and Biden face off again in 2024? To get the answers, Kasich & Klepper turn to Celinda Lake, one of the country’s top Democratic pollsters, and Ed Goeas, a prominent republican pollster and partner at Tarrance Group. The…
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Don’t forget, this is an episode to remember. Dr. Scott A. Small, neuroscientist and director of the Alzheimer’s Disease Research Center at Columbia University, talks with Kasich & Klepper about why forgetting is not always a failure of our memory and how sleep helps us clear our minds. They also discuss how we are constantly cluttering our brains …
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When Kasich is away, the Democrats will play. Jordan Klepper is without his partner in civility this week, so he welcomes Lis Smith, Democratic strategist for more than 20 political campaigns including Barack Obama, Andrew Cuomo and Pete Buttigieg. Jordan and Lis debate Biden’s favorability struggles, whether a “nice” candidate like Pete Buttigieg …
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Dr. Anthony Fauci has retired, and in this episode Dr. Nolte dissects his time in the public eye, and how he did so much damage to the relationship between Americans and our public health experts. Thank you for joining us for the latest episode of Blind Politics!
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In the latest episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte discusses why the Biden student loan forgiveness is doomed to failure, what it will do to the economy, and how the Biden administration is just borrowing trouble for themselves. Thank you for joining us for the latest episode of Blind Politics!
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Kasich & Klepper: Liz Cheney's Defeat, Trump's FBI Battle, & Biden's Midterms
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Midterm season is upon us! In this week's episode, Kasich & Klepper throw the biggest headlines and questions at each other including what Liz Cheney's defeat spells for Trump-opposing Republican candidates, heated Senate races like Herschel Walker and Raphael Warnock in Georgia, and whether Democrats losing the House may lead to President Biden's …
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From the Shire to the Island, this week’s guest has played a major part in bringing some of your favorite series to life. Dominic Monaghan tells Kasich & Klepper what it’s like to be a part of iconic series like Lord of the Rings, Star Wars, and Lost, and why he thinks his best work is yet to come. They also embrace Beatlesmania, discuss the World …
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In the trainwreck that is American politics, there are those on the Trump train, those who got off, and those who never got on board. So, how did we end up here? You can point at least one finger towards this week’s guest, Tim Miller, longtime political consultant and writer-at-large for The Bulwark. Tim reveals to Kasich & Klepper his involvement …
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Is There a Blue Wave Coming? Not so Much.
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Recent polling data on upcoming Senate elections have left Democrats hopeful for a blue wave in the 2022 midterm elections. However, Dr. Nolte is here to pour some cold water over such wishful thinking as he outlines the reality of August polling and some on-the-ground facts facing Democrats in 2022. Thanks for joining us for this episode of Blind …
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China, Russia, Communism, Dictatorship, and the United States: One of these things is not like the others, but for how long? Anne Applebaum, the Pulitzer-prize winning historian and staff writer at The Atlantic, joins Kasich & Klepper to discuss the ongoing threats on democracy across the globe, why authoritarianism continues to grow in popularity;…
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In this episode, Dr. Nolte highlights the importance of religious freedom and the effects it can have on a nation. This episode is based off of the study Dr. Nolte conducted with Family Research Council's Arielle Del Turco. Here is the link to the study if you would like learn more, and thanks for tuning in!…
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On today's episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte delves into a more historical topic, the unsung heroes of the Presidency. We all the names of Presidents like George Washington, Abraham Lincoln, and Ronald Reagan, but there are a few presidents in America's history that have been forgotten yet had a bigger impact than history remembers them for. Tun…
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When those in power fail us, we often turn to entertainment to seek justice. This week, Danny Strong, creator and showrunner of the Emmy-nominated limited-series, DOPESICK, shares how he channeled his outrage to place a powerful spotlight on the deceit and criminality behind the opioid crisis. Danny also reveals the challenges of making stories lik…
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In this episode, Dr. Nolte delves more into the international relations side of things as he discusses why the United States needs alliances in order to preserve its status as the world's greatest power to confront its latest great-power challenges. Thank you for joining us for this episode of Blind Politics!…
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Ever since the events of January 6th, Democrats have been proclaiming that Republicans are an existential threat to American democracy. If that is the case, then why have they been propping up extreme Republican candidates in the upcoming elections? What game are they trying to play? Find out today on this episode of Blind Politics!…
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The sun has now set on Boris Johnson after his official resignation as the British Prime Minister. Dr. Nolte once covered Johnson's meteoric rise, and so shall he cover the twilight of his time as Prime Minister. What what was the catalyst for Johnson's catastrophic fall from grace, and what does the future hold for the United Kingdom? Find out on …
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Nothing can prepare you for this week's knockout episode: the "Bronze Bomber" Deontay Wilder steps into the ring with Kasich and Klepper. Deontay reveals the warrior mentality it took to become the longtime WBC heavyweight champion, why there's no relationship between him and Tyson Fury beyond their historic trilogy fights, and the legacy he's leav…
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In this episode, Dr. Nolte continues his breakdown of the most important upcoming elections, this time focusing on the upcoming gubernatorial races. Who will win? Who will lose? Tune in to find out!
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In this episode, Dr. Nolte gives us his updated predictions on who will come out on top in the senate race as the competition heats up as we get closer to the elections. If you are looking a possible edge on Predict It, or are just curious about how your candidate of choice is stacking up against the competition, tune in to this episode of Blind Po…
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Election junkies tune in to this episode! Dr. Nolte will take a deep dive into the most important primaries happening, share his predictions on who he thinks will come out on top, and attempt to answer the question, "why on Earth does Tennessee have its primary on the 4th?" Thanks for stopping by Blind Politics and enjoy the episode.…
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In this episode, Dr. Nolte dives into the craziness that is Israeli politics to explain the significance of Israel's fifth election in three years, and what it might mean for the U.S. - Israel relations. Thank you for joining us on this episode of Blind Politics!
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Kasich & Klepper: The Current State of America
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With so many issues affecting our country, this week's episodes features an honest and unedited conversation between Kasich & Klepper about what's really weighing on the hearts and minds of Americans today. John Kasich and Jordan Klepper share how they feel about the current state of America, the polarizing political figures like AOC and Ted Cruz, …
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In this episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte explores the crowded field of potential presidential nominees and shares his thoughts on the top ten candidates most likely to receive the Republican nomination. Thanks for joining us on this episode of Blind Politics.
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'All gas, no brakes' on this week of Kasich and Klepper! Legendary IndyCar driver and team owner Bobby Rahal stops by to share how winning the Indy 500 changes your life, what it's like owning a racing team with David Letterman, how Netflix and Formula 1 is growing the sport, and the dangers of racing as a driver - and parent. To follow and support…
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Break out your popcorn, this week The Circus comes to Kasich & Klepper! Journalist and host of Showtime’s THE CIRCUS John Heilemann joins Kasich & Klepper for an entertaining one-of-a-kind show. Things get political with discussions about where the future of the GOP is going, why the frightening power of election misinformation is here to stay, and…
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Looking for some entertaining back-and-forth worthy of a Wimbledon championship match? Tennis legend Andy Roddick serves up an exciting discussion with Kasich & Klepper on the historical impact of tennis players in the fight against social injustice, his personal career highs and lows, his admiration (and envy) of Roger Federer’s puzzling mentality…
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Nothing is more “on brand” for Kasich & Klepper than this week’s fired up guest. Donny Deutsch, branding expert and podcast host of “On Brand with Donny Deutsch”, joins the show to discuss the power of brands to target emotion, personality, and fear when it comes to building a cult-like devoted following… whether it be Nike, Mercedes-Benz, or the D…
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Can this week’s guest use his musical chops to help Kasich & Klepper set aside their differences once and for all? Well, some things’ll never change... that’s just the way it is. Singer-songwriter and pianist extraordinaire Bruce Hornsby joins K&K this week to talk about a range of topics, musical and otherwise! Listen to hear how Bruce beat NBA le…
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Some Hard Truths About the January 6 Hearings
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In this episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte presents truths that both Democrats and Republicans need to face in light of the January 6 hearings, especially as key political issues emerge and 2024 rapidly approaches.
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This K&K episode contains a discussion on gun violence, death, grief and other difficult topics. Gun control activist Fred Guttenberg joins K&K this week for an in-depth discussion about gun violence in the U.S. After Guttenberg’s 14-year-old daughter Jaime was murdered in the Parkland school shooting on Feb 14, 2018, he channeled his rage and grie…
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June Primaries Part 2, Recap (6/7/22) and Preview (6/14/22 & 6/21/22)
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In this episode of Blind Politics, Dr. Nolte recaps the events of the June 7th primaries and shares his predictions regarding the most important upcoming primaries!
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Nothing better than having a friend on the show! This week’s K&K guest is the absolutely hilarious writer, actor, and activist, Jana Schmieding! Jana joins Kasich & Klepper for a lively chat about her upbringing, the importance of modern indigenous representation in America, and the best ways to appreciate the diverse history and culture of Native …
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All the latest on the most important upcoming primaries.
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Batter up! “Part 2” of Kasich and Klepper’s conversation with the legendary Bob Costas is finally here! Hear Bob like you’ve never heard him before as Kasich and Klepper dive deep on the political pitfalls of partisanship, MAGA mentality, and how to bring disparate points of view together. They also reflect on the aftermath of the January 6th insur…
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