Best Al Franken Podcasts (2024)

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Dan Balz - Washington Post Chief Correspondent and Former US Attorney Harry Litman 53:01

17m ago53:01

53:01

Donald Trump has been convicted on all 34 charges in his NYC hush money trial. What does that mean for his future? We get the latest from our legal expert Harry Litman. Plus, longtime political reporter Dan Balz from the Washington Post joins for a wide ranging political discussion! Will these convictions help or hurt Trump? We also discuss the sta…

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Al Franken, Madiba Dennie & Stephen Brill 56:20

5d ago56:20

56:20

Former Senator Al Franken weighs in on Justice Alito further eroding Americans' trust in the Supreme Court. Deputy Editor for Balls and Strikes, Madiba Dennie, details her new book, 'The Originalism Trap: How Extremists Stole The Constitution And How We The People Can Take It Back.' Newsguard founder Stephen Brill examines his new book, 'The Death …

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George Conway, Rep. Mikie Sherrill & Angelo Carusone 43:34

4h ago43:34

43:34

Atlantic columnist George Conway examines how we can end MAGA. Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill details her move to hold Supreme Court justices accountable for their questionable ethics. Media Matters CEO Angelo Carusone explains the Right’s new playbook to take down media outlets. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Rick Wilson, Harry Litman & Ben Smith 50:54

2d ago50:54

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The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson roasts the Republicans' defense of Justice Alito's actions. Talking Feds' Harry Litman analyzes Donald Trump being a convicted felon. Semafor Editor-in-Chief Ben Smith examines the media's coverage of the election. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Rick Wilson & MJF React To Trump Becoming A Convicted Felon 5:19

17m ago5:19

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Rick Wilson & Molly Jong-Fast are here to give their takes on Donald Trump being guilty of all 34 counts in the hush money case. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Charlie Sykes, Tom Steyer & David Leonhardt 57:55

7d ago57:55

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MSNBC columnist and contributor Charlie Sykes weighs Trump’s chances of becoming a convicted felon. Former presidential candidate Tom Steyer stops by to talk about his new book, 'Cheaper, Faster, Better: How We’ll Win the Climate War.' New York Times columnist David Leonhardt discusses neopopulism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informatio…

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In Remembrance of My Friend Bill Walton 40:40

19m ago40:40

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My friend, basketball legend Bill Walton died this week after a private battle with cancer, I wanted to share our interview with Bill from March of 2022, You will hear the unbounded life force of his generous spirit. RIP Bill. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-i…

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Rick Wilson, Mike Hixenbaugh & Melissa Walker 55:16

9d ago55:16

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The Lincoln Project’s own Rick Wilson skewers Trump’s embarrassing appearance at the Libertarian Party’s convention. NBC’s Mike Hixenbaugh discusses his book, They Came for the Schools: One Town's Fight over Race and Identity, and the New War for America's Classrooms. The States Project's Melissa Walker examines how they are helping Democrats win e…

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Harry Litman on the Trump Trial 37:43

1h ago37:43

37:43

Former U.S. Attorney and Deputy Assistant Attorney General Harry Litman joins to discuss the Trump hush money trial. Both sides have rested. Harry has been in the courtroom watching the trial. With closing arguments coming next week, we break down what has transpired and all the possible outcomes Trump could expect as his verdict looms. Harry has b…

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Dana Milbank, Rep Jim Himes & John Ganz 55:20

12d ago55:20

55:20

Dana Milbank, a columnist for The Washington Post, examines how Trump smears his opponents using the same method each time. Representative Jim Himes surveys Speaker of the House Mike Johnson’s chaotic rule over the House. Author John Ganz details his new book, "When the Clock Broke: Con Men, Conspiracists, and How America Cracked Up in the Early 19…

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Gov. Jared Polis, Sarah Longwell & Ari Berman 53:42

14d ago53:42

53:42

The Focus Group Podcast explains how Biden motivates Haley voters to go his way. Governor Jared Polis of Colorado examines how Democrats can win with marijuana by following his lead in Colorado. Ari Berman details his new book, "Minority Rule: The Right-Wing Attack on the Will of the People—and the Fight to Resist It." See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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Rick Wilson, Sen. Bernie Sanders & Nikki McCann Ramirez 46:46

16d ago46:46

46:46

Rick Wilson of The Lincoln Project skewers MTG's latest embarrassment in Congress. Senator Bernie Sanders examines how progressives can come back to supporting Joe Biden. Nikki McCann Ramirez of Rolling Stone gives us a survey of the personality of John McEntee, a likely Trump administration official who loves bragging about his cruelty to others. …

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Comedian Trae Crowder – The Liberal Redneck 42:47

19m ago42:47

42:47

Trae Crowder, the viral Tennessean comedian joins to discuss his upbringing in a red state, why rednecks are Trumpies and what happens to a community when the jobs leave. Learn why he understands Trump's appeal to rednecks, and how and why they transitioned from not liking Trump to supporting his every move. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/…

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Jeet Heer, Dan Nathan & Jacob Rubashkin 50:29

19d ago50:29

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Jeet Heer of The Nation plays out how Biden can win back support from the left. Dan Nathan of the On The Tape Podcast examines the new economic numbers and what we can expect from the US economy in the coming months. Jacob Rubashkin of Inside Elections details the races that will determine the appearance of our government in 2025. See omnystudio.co…

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Ron Brownstein, Anne Applebaum & Nikki Fried 56:50

21d ago56:50

56:50

Ron Brownstein of The Atlantic reads the tea leaves on the latest Biden vs. Trump polls. Anne Applebaum details her new book "Autocracy Inc.: The Dictators Who Want to Run the World." Nikki Fried, the chair of the Florida Democratic Party, examines how Democrats can win in Florida again. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Rick Wilson, Marc Elias & Caroline Kitchener 53:40

23d ago53:40

53:40

Rick Wilson of The Lincoln Project ponders Trump's poor reelection strategies. Caroline Kitchener of The Washington Post gives a dispatch on the aftermath of a post-Roe America. Marc Elias of Democracy Docket details the GOP's new efforts to stop counting votes before all of them are counted. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Judd Legum on How Elon Musk is Helping Trump 41:20

12d ago41:20

41:20

In the two years since Elon Musk bought Twitter, he's turned irt into a leading source of right wing propaganda. He spreads hateful rhetoric, platforms white nationalists and engages with unfounded conspiracy theories. He lies about President Biden, promotes racist ideology and pushes his own commentary onto X users whether they follow him or not. …

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Tim Miller, Frank Bruni & Tony Vargas 55:00

26d ago55:00

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Tim Miller of The Bulwark surveys the fickleness of centrists whenever Biden does something that makes them angry. State Senator Tony Vargas details his run for Congress against Congressman Don Bacon in Nebraska. Frank Bruni of The New York Times examines his new book, "The Age of Grievance. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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171: The Solomon Success Blueprint: Building Wealth with Timeless Wisdom with Scott Florida 14:10

6d ago14:10

14:10

Welcome to the Solomon Success show, where we uncover timeless insights from King Solomon and the Bible for business and investing. Amidst a sea of false promises, let's refocus on enduring principles for a life of peace and prosperity. I'm Scott Florida, guest hosting for Jason Hartman. Drawing from my 30 years of pastoral and entrepreneurial expe…

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Jen Psaki, Jennifer Palmieri & Jason Stanley 54:41

28d ago54:41

54:41

MSNBC’s Jen Psaki details her brand new book, "Say More: Lessons from Work, the White House, and the World." Former White House Communications Director Jennifer Palmieri explains how Democrats can win in 2024. Philosopher Jason Stanley shares his latest thoughts on America's creep towards fascism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information…

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Rick Wilson, Fareed Zakaria & Ali Velshi 53:31

1M ago53:31

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The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson surveys Hope Hicks' damning testimony in Trump’s hush money trial. CNN’s Fareed Zakaria details his new book "Age of Revolutions: Progress and Backlash from 1600 to the Present." CNBC’s Ali Velshi examines his new book "Small Acts of Courage: A Legacy of Endurance and the Fight for Democracy. See omnystudio.com/lis…

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Molly Jong Fast, Host of the Fast Politics Podcast 45:51

14d ago45:51

45:51

Molly Jong-Fast, special correspondent for Vanity Fair and host of the Fast Politics podcast joins us for a wide ranging conversation covering Congress, abortion, the protests happening around the country and the Presidential election. She also discusses the ongoing Trump hush money scandal happening in NYC. She says the trial is "over-delivering,"…

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Ian Dunt, Nandini Jammi & George Whitesides 54:17

1M ago54:17

54:17

The Origin Story Podcast host Ian Dunt previews the massive victories Labor will soon achieve in the UK. Check My Ads' Nandini Jammi details her efforts to get the MAGA-loving disinformation site The Gateway Pundit kicked off ad exchanges. Congressional candidate George Whitesides details his run against extremely vulnerable Rep. Mike Garcia. See o…

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Mary Trump, Sen. Tammy Duckworth & Sarah Burd-Sharps 49:31

1M ago49:31

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The Mary Trump Show’s Mary Trump skewers Donald Trump’s courtroom antics. Senator Tammy Duckworth stops by to talk to us about Republicans' war against IVF. Everytown’s Sarah Burd-Sharps examines Tennessee’s horrifying new law that puts guns in schools. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Rick Wilson, Nina Jankowicz & Daniel Nichanian 52:58

1M ago52:58

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The Lincoln Project’s own Rick Wilson skewers the Supreme Court’s handling of the Trump immunity case. American Sunlight Project’s Nina Jankowicz tells us how she is fighting disinformation. Bolts Magazine’s Daniel Nichanian examines state-level politics that can have a big impact on our future. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Ari Berman on His New Book, Minority Rule 53:33

25d ago53:33

53:33

The GOP is undermining democracy all over the country. The will of the people is being subverted for a loud and active minority. In his new book, guest Ari Berman explains how and where this is happening in America. And, more importantly, what we can do to fight back. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at …

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Dahlia Lithwick, Justin Wolfers & Dave Weigel 52:59

1M ago52:59

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Slate’s Dahlia Lithwick examines the Supreme Court’s hearing on what care pregnant patients can be provided in emergency rooms in states with draconian anti-abortion laws. Think Like an Economist’s Justin Wolfers explains how inflation in insurance markets is affecting the economy. Semafor’s Dave Weigel details the weird Electoral College move Repu…

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Charlie Sykes, David Roberts & Jonathan Levin 53:25

1M ago53:25

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MSNBC contributor Charlie Sykes breaks down congressional Republicans doing the right thing in Ukraine. Bloomberg Opinion’s Jonathan Levin makes sense of what is going on with the American economy and rising insurance prices. Volt's David Roberts examines the Biden administration's progress on fighting climate change. See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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Rick Wilson, Rachael Bade & Bill Weir 54:22

1M ago54:22

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The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson skewers Trump's courtroom behavior. Politico’s Rachael Bade talks about the chaos in the Republican caucus. CNN Climate reporter Bill Weir examines his new book 'Life as We Know It (Can Be): Stories of People, Climate, and Hope in a Changing World. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Melissa Murray & Andrew Weissmann on the “Hush Money Trial” 44:02

25d ago44:02

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The first criminal trial for Donald Trump is underway. The hush money trial over Stormy Daniels might be the first, but it won't be the last. But will we see the other trials before the election? And what are the consequences if Trump is found guilty? We talk to The Bestselling Authors on The Trump Indictments Andrew Weissmann and Melissa Murray! S…

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Sen. Mark Kelly, Rep. Dan Goldman & James Downie 42:19

2M ago42:19

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Rep. Dan Goldman gives us an on-the-ground report of the chaos in the Republican-led Congress. Senator Mark Kelly talks to us about the implications of passing aid for Ukraine. MSNBC Daily editor James Downie examines Trump’s debilitating mental state as he stands trial. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Josh Marshall, Eddie Glaude & Anna Hochkammer 50:43

2M ago50:43

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Talking Points Memo’s Josh Marshall examines the redemption arcs MAGA figures can have to get back in Trump’s good graces. Professor Eddie Glaude examines his new book 'We Are the Leaders We Have Been Looking For.' Florida Women’s Freedom Coalition’s Anna Hochkammer details her efforts to pass Florida’s Amendment Four. See omnystudio.com/listener f…

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Rick Wilson, Sarah Koenig, Dana Chivvis & Dr. Jill Gibson 53:27

2M ago53:27

53:27

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson parses out the rough week that lies ahead in court for Donald Trump. Serial’s co-hosts Sarah Koenig and Dana Chivvis detail their newest season on Guantanamo Bay. Chief Medical Officer for Planned Parenthood Arizona, Dr. Jill Gibson, gives us a harrowing on-the-ground report on women’s reproductive health of what s…

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Battleground States: Wisconsin: Ben Wikler – Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair 36:01

23d ago36:01

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The Republican Party has spent years undoing the will of the people in the state of Wisconsin. With gerrymandered voting maps, they've been able to lose the popular vote and still have a huge majority in the state legislature. But things are changing thanks to Ben Wikler and the Wisconsin Democratic Party! In our first Battleground State episode, B…

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Greg Sargent, Caroline Kitchener & Stephen Richer 51:03

2M ago51:03

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The New Republic's Greg Sargent details the GOP's increasing conflicts with spreading Russian propaganda. The Washington Post's Caroline Kitchener examines the disinformation around women’s reproductive health. Maricopa County Arizona Recorder Stephen Richer details his defamation suit with Kari Lake. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy informa…

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Lawrence O'Donnell, Rep. Becca Balint & Whitney Fox 54:27

2M ago54:27

54:27

MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell parses Donald Trump’s craven attempt to play both sides of his abortion stance. Congresswoman Becca Balint examines the Comstock Act and the effect it could have on reproductive health for women across America. Congressional candidate Whitney Fox talks about her run against one of Congress's most unhinged MAGA Republicans…

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Rick Wilson, Amanda Litman & Jim Wallis 55:44

2M ago55:44

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The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson weighs President Biden’s progress in winning over swing voters. Run For Something’s Amanda Litman updates us on the local races to watch this election year. Jim Wallis details his new book 'The False White Gospel: Rejecting Christian Nationalism, Reclaiming True Faith, and Refounding Democracy. See omnystudio.com/l…

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Democratic Strategists Rachel Bitecofer and Justin Barasky on Democratic Messaging 48:30

30d ago48:30

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The 2024 election is less than 8 months away. How do Democrats defeat Trump? How do they retain the Senate? Our guests say that it all comes down to messaging. It's important to remind voters that on issues like abortion and the economy, the Democratic Party represents their interests. Al is on tour! Come see his NEW standup https://www.alfranken.c…

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Jeet Herr, Harry Litman, & Jacob Rubashkin 55:12

2M ago55:12

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The Nation’s Jeet Heer weighs President Biden’s reaction to policy pushbacks coming from his left. Talking Feds’ Harry Litman examines the stakes of Judge Aileen Cannon’s latest insane ruling. Inside Elections' Jacob Rubashkin uncovers some of the less-covered House races that could really matter in the 2024 election. See omnystudio.com/listener fo…

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Stuart Stevens, Mary Ziegler & Lisa Graves 49:41

2M ago49:41

49:41

The Lincoln Project’s Stuart Stevens discusses the disastrous choices Donald Trump’s presidential campaign is making. True North Research’s Lisa Graves tails the nefarious plans of the Republican Attorneys General Association. Then we’ll talk to legal historian Mary Ziegler about the latest aggressions against women’s bodily autonomy. See omnystudi…

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Rick Wilson, Cornell Belcher & Shane Goldmacher 52:07

2M ago52:07

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The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson skewers the RNC’s continued downfall. The New York Times' Shane Goldmacher breaks down how Trump is paying his legal bills. Pollster Cornell Belcher examines how to analyze polls when giving to candidates. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Pulitzer Prize Winning Historian Anne Applebaum of The Atlantic 42:43

1M ago42:43

42:43

We begin our wide-ranging conversation by discussing the attack on a Moscow concert hall last week. What are the implications of that violence? And who is behind it? Then delve into the US's failure to fund the Ukrainian effort and the resulting loss of life. Will we help them? Or will Republicans continue to enable Putin? Anne also lays out the da…

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Neera Tanden, John Heilemann & Thomas Zimmer 49:24

2M ago49:24

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Domestic Policy Advisor to President Biden Neera Tanden examines the Republicans' war on reproductive rights. NBC national affairs correspondent John Heilemann lays out President Biden’s reelection odds. Historian Thomas Zimmer details his deep dive into The Heritage Foundation's plan for their Project 2025. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy …

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Al Franken, Dahlia Lithwick, Roberta Kaplan & Imran Ahmed 54:01

2M ago54:01

54:01

Former Senator Al Franken parses through the remains of the Republicans' vibes-based impeachment of President Biden. Lawyer Roberta Kaplan along with Imran Ahmed, who is the founder of Countering Digital Hate, detail their victory over Elon Musk in court. Slate senior editor Dahlia Lithwick examines the horrors of today’s Supreme Court on Mifeprist…

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Angelo Carusone, Marc Elias & Katie Rogers 50:26

2M ago50:26

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Media Matters' Angelo Carusone examines Fox’s noticeably absent coverage of Mike Pence refusing to endorse Donald Trump. Democracy Docket’s Marc Elias details the RNC’s new shenanigans with our voting rolls. The New York Times' Katie Rogers details her new book 'American Woman: The Transformation of the Modern First Lady, from Hillary Clinton to Ji…

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NPR's Senior Political Correspondent Domenico Montanaro 51:26

1M ago51:26

51:26

Domenico Mantanaro joins us to cover the political landscape! Trump trials, the general election, the Robert Hur report, and Congress. Plus, is Donald Trump taking over the RNC to help bail him out of his financial problems? And as a reporter, how does Domenico maintain objectivity vs neutrality? See all of Domenico's reporting here! https://www.np…

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Gov. Tim Walz, Rep. Eric Swalwell & Charlie Sykes 51:26

3M ago51:26

51:26

Minnesota Governor Tim Walz talks about enacting progressive policies that actually change citizens' lives. Congressman Eric Swalwell details what he saw at another one of the Republicans' inept Biden Impeachment hearings. MSNBC contributor Charlie Sykes details the Republicans' ridiculous new budget attacks on Social Security. See omnystudio.com/l…

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Tim Miller, Rep. Lisa Blunt Rochester & Amy Chozick 54:51

3M ago54:51

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The Bulwark's Tim Miller examines why no MAGA billionaires are bailing out Donald Trump’s legal troubles. Congresswoman Lisa Blunt Rochester details her Senate run as well as being a co-chair of the Biden campaign. Former political reporter Amy Chozick details her new Max TV show 'The Girls On The Bus,' which is inspired by her time on the 2016 cam…

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Rick Wilson, Kara Swisher & Sarah McCammon 52:36

3M ago52:36

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The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson roasts the looting of the RNC under Lara Trump’s rule. Pivot host Kara Swisher details her new book 'Burnbook: A Tech Love Story,' while Sarah McCammon examines their new book 'The Exvangelicals: Loving, Living, and Leaving the White Evangelical Church. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Tim Miller – New Host of The Bulwark Podcast 45:55

3M ago45:55

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Former Republican operative Tim Miller joins the podcast to discuss a wide range of topics! We cover Biden's re-election strategy and react to his State of the Union speech. (Plus the GOP response from Sen. Katie Britt (R-AL), With Congress as dysfunctional as it is, is there any chance of funding the effort in Ukraine? And does Tim still find comm…

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