Best Ben Amp Nikki Podcasts (2024)

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Jordan Klepper, Sen. Tammy Baldwin & Ian Dunt 50:51

26m ago50:51

50:51

"The Origin Story" podcast host Ian Dunt details the comedic turns the UK’s election keeps taking. Wisconsin Senator Tammy Baldwin examines the right's never-ending aggressions towards reproductive rights. The Daily Show’s Jordan Klepper reports what he sees as he attends MAGA rallies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Kev's Movie Corner - Ben-Hur 12:02

9h ago12:02

12:02

Taking a dive into this 1959 epic set in the ancient times, around the Roman occupation of Jerusalem and crucifixion of Jesus Christ. Directed By: William Wyler Starring: Charlton Heston Jack Hawkins Stephen Boyd Haya Harareet ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@Insuf…

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

2d 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

4d ago50:54

50:54

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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Is Mercury in Retrograde? 42:11

11h ago42:11

42:11

Kev and Nikki take a very shallow dive into the history and ideas of astrology, leaving a lot to be desired. Plus, the two discuss their signs and some fun facts about the belief system. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Ju…

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Al Franken, Madiba Dennie & Steven Brill 56:20

7d 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 Steven Brill examines his new book, 'The Death o…

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

17m ago5:19

5:19

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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Kev's Movie Corner - Apocalypse Now 8:10

5h ago8:10

8:10

The podcast takes a dive into this Vietnam War drama from 1979, staring Martin Sheen and Marlon Brando and directed by Francis Ford Coppola. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to Like & Subscribe. Also, fol…

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Charlie Sykes, Tom Steyer & David Leonhardt 57:55

9d ago57:55

57:55

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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Rick Wilson, Mike Hixenbaugh & Melissa Walker 55:16

11d ago55:16

55:16

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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Titanic Insufficiency 48:58

8d ago48:58

48:58

Nikki and Kev take this episode to talk about one of the most famous disasters/ tragedies in history, the sinking of the RMS Titanic. From conspiracy theories, to what experts say actually happened to the ship, the two take an Insufficient dive (ha, get it) to discuss the lore and fascination with the doomed vessel. --------------------------------…

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

14d 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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Kev's Movie Corner - Taylor Swift Eras Tour (Taylor's Version) 16:11

8h ago16:11

16:11

Kev is joined by his Insufficient Friends co-host, Nikki, to discuss the concert that's been taking over the WORLD for more than a year. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to Like & Subscribe. Also, follow …

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

16d 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

18d 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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Tortured Friends... 39:57

18d ago39:57

39:57

This week, Nikki and Kev started a little off the rails with some random comments about TV shows and space travel, before getting into the main topic of Taylor Swift's relatively new album, "Tortured Poets Department." ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientF…

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Jeet Heer, Dan Nathan & Jacob Rubashkin 50:29

21d ago50:29

50:29

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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Kev's Movie Corner - King Kong 12:29

3h ago12:29

12:29

This week, Kev takes a shallow dive into this MONSTEROUS classic (wink, wink) watching the original film from 1933 in all it's crazily outdated special effects glory. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to L…

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Ron Brownstein, Anne Applebaum & Nikki Fried 56:50

23d 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

25d 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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Am I the A$$#@!e... YES! Yes you are 55:32

25d ago55:32

55:32

***WARNING*** THIS CONTENT MIGHT NOT BE SUIATABLE FOR SOME LISTENERS Kev and Nikki head to reddit this week, to react to different stories from the "Am I the Asshole" (AITA) sub. Plus, we learn Kev was a FAT baby (no surprises) and Fun Facts. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouT…

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Tim Miller, Frank Bruni & Tony Vargas 55:00

28d ago55:00

55:00

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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Kev's Movie Corner - The Sound of Music 9:21

30d ago9:21

9:21

After a first watch of this classic musical, Kev sticks a toe into the history and comes up with a very poor review of the iconic film (so, pretty much a normal episode around here). ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just d…

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Jen Psaki, Jennifer Palmieri & Jason Stanley 54:41

1M 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

53:31

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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May the 4th be With Us... We're Going to Need It 35:50

1M ago35:50

35:50

It may actually be Cinco de Mayo when this comes out, but Star Wars day is what Nik and Kev are all about in this week's episode. The Insufficient Friends go through their favorite movies, Galaxy's Edge (Star Wars land) in Disney World and Disneyland, what the movies mean to them and some fun facts as well. ---------------------------------------- …

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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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Kev's Movie Corner - Mr. Smith Goes to Washington 7:22

1M ago7:22

7:22

Kev digs into this 1939 political dramedy about a naive man taking on corruption in the U.S. Senate, while also learning the rules of government. Staring: James Stewart Jean Arthur Claude Rains Directed By: Frank Capra ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientF…

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

1M ago49:31

49:31

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

52:58

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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"Show-Me" MO 1:10:44

1M ago1:10:44

1:10:44

Kev and Nikki take a look at their home state of Missouri this week, going over some of the history (not as boring as you might think) and some of the best things to do if you might like to visit the "Show-Me" state. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFri…

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Dahlia Lithwick, Justin Wolfers & Dave Weigel 52:59

1M ago52:59

52:59

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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Kev's Movie Corner - MAS*H 8:11

1M ago8:11

8:11

A classic, dumb and slapstick comedy from 1970, set in a Korean War hospital, that spawned a hugely popular TV series. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to Like & Subscribe. Also, follow us on Instagram (@…

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Charlie Sykes, David Roberts & Jonathan Levin 53:25

1M ago53:25

53:25

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

2M ago54:22

54:22

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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Traveling Fantasy 53:37

2M ago53:37

53:37

This week, Nikki and Kev take a planning dream vacations for each other, which end up being totally unrealistic or even mildly attainable. Things come back to reality a bit with a conversation about places our co-hosts would like to visit at some point. Oh ya, and Kev bashes the listeners! ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to w…

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

2M ago42:19

42:19

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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Kev's Movie Corner - Butch Cassidy and the Sundance Kid 7:12

2M ago7:12

7:12

Kev takes a dive into westerns, with this classic comical take on the genre from 1969. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to Like & Subscribe. Also, follow us on Instagram (@insufficient_friends) for behind…

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Josh Marshall, Eddie Glaude & Anna Hochkammer 50:43

2M ago50:43

50:43

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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Genre Weave 43:58

2M ago43:58

43:58

A new friend, Carmen, joins the Kev and Nikki on the podcast this week to talk about bird watching, meditative breathing and music festivals (yes, we are that random). And, the three have a little competition to see who can come up with the best lineup of artists for a great time. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch thes…

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Greg Sargent, Caroline Kitchener & Stephen Richer 51:03

2M ago51:03

51:03

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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Kev's Movie Corner - Damsel 13:32

2M ago13:32

13:32

Nikki joins Kev this week to talk about this Skyrim/ Game of Thrones/ Fairytale-esque medieval tale about a princess who is forced to find her own way out of a deadly situation. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't …

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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

55:44

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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The Vatican 48:09

2M ago48:09

48:09

Kev and Nikki take a dive into the interesting aspects of the Catholic Church, mainly looking at events in and around the Vatican HQ. Hear the story about the "Vatican Girl," along with some of the more interesting things the millennia-old religion is *ALLEGEDLY* hiding in it's secret archives. Check out "Vatican Girl: The Disappearance of Emanuela…

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

2M ago55:12

55:12

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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Kev's Movie Corner - The Philadelphia Story 6:26

2M ago6:26

6:26

Kev looks into this 80+-year-old romantic comedy, about a socialite learning more about herself. ---------------------------------------- If you prefer to watch these episodes on video, check out our YouTube Page (@InsufficientFriends) for more fun content. Just don't forget to Like & Subscribe. Also, follow us on Instagram (@insufficient_friends) …

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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

52:07

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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