Join noted author & pundit Molly Jong-Fast for irreverent humor that cuts right to the heart of our politics today as she discusses the top political headlines with some of today’s best minds. Known for being one of the few interviewers in politics to cut through the talking points, Molly reveals the personalities and issues tearing the country apart. She asks the questions no one else does, and gets the answers even her guests didn’t expect to give – and exactly what you want to know. Tune in every Monday, Wednesday & Friday for the funniest yet serious look at what’s ailing America.
The Washington Post’s George Conway updates us on Donald Trump’s never-ending legal troubles. Sen. Raphael Warnock walks us through the struggle to reaffirm voting rights and explains why he’s not giving up on fighting for it. CNN anchor Jake Tapper details his new book All The Demons Are Here and discusses his recent interview with Gov. Ron DeSantis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Shock Doctrine author Naomi Klein explains how to counter RFK Jr.'s misinformation. Showtime's The Circus host John Heilemann lays out the pretzel Republicans have tied themselves in as we learn that the DOJ has sent another Target letter to Donald Trump. Additionally, Evil Geniuses author Kurt Andersen details his new TV show, Command Z, with famed director Steven Soderbergh. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Congresswoman Elissa Slotkin updates us on her run for the Senate in the great state of Michigan. New York Times contributor Justin Wolfers explains to us how the Biden administration pulled off a soft landing for the economy. Financial Times correspondent Christopher Miller details his new book, The War Came To Us: Life and Death in Ukraine. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Dan Pfeiffer from Pod Save America advises us on the mindset required to get President Biden reelected. Joyce Vance, the host of Sisters in Law podcast, provides insights into Donald Trump's growing legal troubles. Alex Thompson, the Axios National Political correspondent, discusses President Biden's leadership style within the White House, while also highlighting Governor Ron DeSantis' astonishly bad political instincts. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Strict Scrutiny host Kate Shaw discusses the latest revelations regarding the lack of ethics surrounding the Supreme Court. Detroit News' Craig Mauger provides insights on the ground in Michigan politics as the GOP descends into chaos. Politico's Chris Cadelago delves into the efforts of the California Democratic Party to repair after their unnecessary midterm seat losses. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson discusses the many hilarious missteps of the DeSantis 2024 campaign. Cristina Ramirez, President at NextGen America, explains how to motivate young voters in the 2024 election. Corey Robin, the author of The Enigma of Clarence Thomas, brings us up to date on the latest fuckery in the Supreme Court. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Democratic strategist Tim Hogan explains his strategy to have Democratic billionaires buy TV stations to combat the right-wing media takeover. Professor Bradley Onishi tells us about his new book, Preparing for War: The Extremist History of White Christian Nationalism—and What Comes Next. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rep. Mondaire Jones tells us about his newly announced congressional run for his former congressional seat. Alexander Stille, a Columbia Journalism School professor, explains how Silvio Berlusconi influenced Trumpism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Ken Martin, Chair of the Minnesota Democratic–Farmer–Labor Party, talks to us about the historic progressive legislative session they recently had after winning a majority in the state. Then, we'll speak with Florida House Representative Anna Eskamani about the reality of Governor DeSantis's policies and her observations on the ground. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
NBC's Jon Allen talks about Bidenomics and his taking responsibility for the economy. Comedy writer Matt Negrin reacts to the Supreme Court's latest appalling ruling on affirmative action. Plus, Heated's Emily Atkin explains our changing climate and what can be done to address the climate crisis. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell discusses the dynamics of Trump's leaked confession in the classified documents case. Slate's Dahlia Lithwick parses the Supreme Court's latest surprising ruling. Plus, Wesley Lowery details his new book, American Whitelash: A Changing Nation and the Cost of Progress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Bulwark's Tim Miller surveys the latest additions to the Republican primary field. The New York Times' David Leonhardt gives a gut check on the volatility of primaries and how quickly they can change. Plus, North Carolina State Senate Representative Rachel Hunt tells us about her run for Lieutenant Governor in North Carolina and explains why gerrymandering in that state is so impactful. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Rep. Yvette Clarke discusses the importance of regulating AI and highlights the dysfunctional workplace that is the US Congress. Jeet Heer from The Nation explains where Kevin McCarthy's leadership may lead him next, despite his lackluster performance as Speaker. Additionally, Kevin Kruse, a historian and author of Myth America , delves into the historical precedent of third-party candidates and examines whether they truly act as spoilers in elections. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy inf...
Senator Amy Klobuchar shares all the details about her new book, The Joy of Politics: Surviving Cancer, a Campaign, a Pandemic, an Insurrection, and Life's Other Unexpected Curveballs. Dr. Peter Hotez discusses RFK Jr.'s misinformation and the true motivations behind a millionaire troll army supporting his campaign. Jennifer Palmieri from Showtime's "The Circus" provides insights into how Michigan Governor Gretchen Whitmer effectively governs a divided state. See omnystudio.com/listener for priv...
The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson talks about the latest attacks lobbed at him and how Trump is lashing inside whatever golf course he currently resides in. Mother Jones's David Corn examines the latest revelations of No Labels looking to throw the 2024 election to Trump. The Washington Post’s Catherine Rampell also details the GOP’s attempts to make the IRS ineffective. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
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Bloomberg Opinion's Tim O'Brien explains how Trump's indictment escalates the partisan divide even further. Semafor's Dave Weigel reveals how the GOP is trying to win over Islamic voters with their culture wars. Author Mattie Kahn discusses her new book, Young and Restless: The Girls Who Sparked America's Revolutions . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Washington Post columnist George Conway talks about Trump's next moves after his indictment. Platformer's Casey Newton talks to us about the increasingly bleak outlook for Twitter's financial future. Then we'll talk to Lashrecse Aird about her run against an anti-choice state senator in the Virginia State House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump's second indictment and what's next in this saga. Former White House Chief of Staff Ron Klain tells us about the importance of implementing President Biden's plans in the next two years. Then, senior editor at The Atlantic Ron Brownstein outlines the significance of the Supreme Court's major voting rights decision. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Think Like an Economist's Justin Wolfers, explains why we continue to hear about a recession despite ongoing positive economic reports. Miles Parks from NPR details the Republican's efforts to undermine states' mechanisms for maintaining accurate voter rolls. Additionally, Ryan Mac from The New York Times forecasts a bleak future for Elon Musk's Twitter. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Former Republican congresswoman Barbara Comstock discusses the GOP presidential primary field and the differences she observes among the candidates. Reed Galen from The Lincoln Project shares insights on Ron DeSantis' inability to enjoy the campaign trail. Kurt Anderson, author of Evil Geniuses , provides a detailed account of the GOP's departure from reality. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rep. Becca Balint explains the relationship between the freshmen class of Congress and the rest of the body. Greg Sargent from The Plum Line highlights how Governor DeSantis' culture war tactics are beginning to spark a significant revolt. Matt Bennett from Third Way warns us about No Labels, who are working to get Trump re-elected under the pretense of a third-party candidate. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
E Jean Carrol and her lawyer, Roberta Kaplan, discuss their victory against Donald Trump and what it means to finally hold him accountable. NBC's Jon Allen breaks down the partisan maneuvering surrounding the debt ceiling showdown. Jeff Stein from The Washington Post provides insights into the content of the debt ceiling deal. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Senator Tammy Baldwin shares her insights on passing bipartisan legislation in 2023. Kim Kelly, author of Fight Like Hell , discusses the resurgence of black lung in West Virginia coal mines and its horrific consequences. James Downie, editor at MSNBC Daily , sheds light on the latest controversies surrounding Ken Paxton's impeachment in the Texas legislature. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Rep. Summer Lee joins us to discuss representing Western Pennsylvania with progressive values. Next, we'll speak with Douglas Rushkoff, author of Survival of the Richest, about AI and the disastrous campaign launch of Ron DeSantis on Twitter. Dana Milbank from The Washington Post gives his insights into the final moments of the debt ceiling showdown. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
Democratic strategist James Carville tells us how he would change the conversation about the debt ceiling. Congressman Eric Swalwell stops by to provide updates on the mess that is the US Congress and discusses how he sees the debt ceiling hostage situation playing out. Then, we'll talk to Nebraska State Senator Megan Hunt about the unprecedented partisanship she observes in her workplace. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
The Lincoln Project's Stuart Stevens plays out the Republican primary and reveals the catch-22 in which the 'also-rans' find themselves. Professor Jason Stanley, author of How Propaganda Works , details what to expect from the Republican Party's continued march towards fascism. Adam Gopnik, from The New Yorker , discusses his latest book, The Real Work: On The Mystery of Mastery . See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell talks about a hidden historical path around the debt ceiling showdown. Rep. Jake Auchincloss and Lucas Kunce, who is running to unseat Josh Hawley in the Senate, stop by to discuss how ridiculous the sitting senator's new book is. Additionally, The Daily Beast's Sam Brodey discusses the latest antics of the MAGA caucus. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
House Minority Leader Rep. Hakeem Jeffries updates us on the debt ceiling showdown, the ban on congressional stock trading, and a host of other issues. Squawk Box's Dan Nathan helps us decipher the difference between America's stock market and its economy. The Nation's Jeet Heer deciphers the controversy surrounding Rudy Giuliani's sexual assault accusation and John Durham's failed attempt to produce propaganda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information....
Congressman Colin Allred makes the case that he can win against Ted Cruz in 2024. The president of the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, Maya Wiley, talks about the proper way to address police reform. Additionally, historian Mary Ziegler details the latest developments in reproductive rights. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.
