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Tangle

Isaac Saulwww.readtangle.com
Independent, non-partisan politics news where you'll hear the best arguments from across the political spectrum on the news of the day. Plus, fascinating interviews with people in the political world. Check out our newsletter: https://www.readtangle.com/

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Episodes

Dr. Fauci retires.

Dr. Fauci retires, some changes to Tangle, and a recap of last night's midterm results. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ari Weitzman, and produced in conjunction with Tangle’s social media manager Magdalena Bokowa, who also create...

Aug 24, 202229 min

Who will win the Senate?

It's a toss-up. We'll look at some of the competitions. Plus, a question about the term "pro-life." You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ari Weitzman, and produced in conjunction with Tangle’s social media manager Magdalena Bokowa, who...

Aug 23, 202227 min

Changes at the CDC.

CDC director announces new COVID guidelines and an organizational overhaul. Plus, a question about politicians' priorities. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ari Weitzman, and produced in conjunction with Tangle’s social media manag...

Aug 22, 202226 min

The war in Ukraine.

Three months since our last coverage of the conflict, we revisit. You can read today's podcast here.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here.Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ari Weitzman, and produced in conjunction with Tangle’s social media manager Magdalena Bokowa, who also created our logo.--- Send in a v...

Aug 18, 202225 min

Liz Cheney loses.

And some more updates on recent primaries. Plus, a question about what she'll do next. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ari Weitzman, and produced in conjunction with Tangle’s social media manager Magdalena Bokowa, who also created...

Aug 17, 202225 min

Good news about inflation?

Another update. Plus, a question about birthright citizenship. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ari Weitzman, and produced in conjunction with Tangle’s social media manager Magdalena Bokowa, who also created our logo. --- Send in a...

Aug 16, 202225 min

An update on the Mar-a-Lago search.

What we've learned since our previous coverage on the FBI's raid of Trump's Florida residence. Plus, a question about armed IRS agents. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ari Weitzman, and produced in conjunction with Tangle’s social...

Aug 15, 202228 min

IRS funding.

On Sunday, Senate Democrats passed their climate, health care and tax package . Part of the package includes $80 billion in funding for the Internal Revenue Service over 10 years, which would almost double the agency’s current budget. Plus, a question about Adam Schiff. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was p...

Aug 11, 202227 min

The Mar-a-Lago search.

The FBI's search of Mar-a-Lago. On Monday, news broke that federal agents had executed a search warrant at former President Trump's Florida residence, Mar-a-Lago. Plus, a question about Republicans sticking with Trump. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bail...

Aug 10, 202229 min

The monkeypox outbreak.

On Thursday, the federal government declared monkeypox a public health emergency. Plus, a question about how journalists use polls. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ari Weitzman, and produced in conjunction with Tangle’s social med...

Aug 09, 202225 min

Senate passes Democrats' "Inflation Reduction Act".

After a year of negotiations between Democrats' progressive wing and their more conservative flank, the Senate passed the Inflation Reduction Act 51-50, with Vice President Kamala Harris casting the tie-breaking vote. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Baile...

Aug 08, 202228 min

The Kansas abortion vote.

On Tuesday, Kansas voters rejected a referendum on an amendment to remove the right to abortion from the State Constitution. Plus, a question about expanding the House of Representatives, and happy three year anniversary to the Tangle Newsletter! You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our ...

Aug 04, 202227 min

The burn pits bill (the PACT act).

The bill, short for the Sergeant First Class Heath Robinson Honoring Our Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxics Act , passed the Senate yesterday and is expected to be signed into law. Plus, a question about responding to reader emails. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newslette...

Aug 03, 202227 min

Pelosi's controversial Taiwan visit.

The Democratic House Speaker began her trip to Asia on Monday with a stop in Singapore, and the three largest newspapers in Taiwan — The United Daily News, Liberty Times and China Times — reported that she will be visiting Taiwan on Tuesday night. Plus, a question about the climate change book Unsettled . You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor E...

Aug 02, 202225 min

Covid strikes again at Tangle.

The Tangle pod is extending its hiatus by one more day so Isaac can move his recording setup to his quarantine space. Your patience is much appreciated, and healing thoughts for Isaac are welcome! Trevor Producer, Tangle Podcast --- Send in a voice message: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/tanglenews/message Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Aug 01, 20222 min

Isaac debates Wayne Alynn Root.

On July 16, Isaac flew to Las Vegas to attend FreedomFest as an invited guest speaker. Check out today's episode for Isaac's full debate from the event, against Wayne Alynn Root, on the allegations that that 2020 election was stolen from Donald Trump, and the prospect of a Trump presidential run in 2024.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here.Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was prod...

Jul 25, 202258 min

A climate change emergency

NOTE: The Tangle Podcast will go on break next week. Back with your daily news 8/1! On today's episode, Biden's climate change plan. Plus, a question about Democrats' messaging. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ari Weitzman, and pr...

Jul 21, 202228 min

The controversial computer chip bill.

On Tuesday, the Senate took the first step to advance what lawmakers are calling "CHIPS-plus," a piece of legislation that aims to combat the global chip shortage impacting everything from the automaker industry to the video game industry. Plus, a question about Isaac's debate at Freedom Fest in Las Vegas last week. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced ...

Jul 20, 202227 min

Biden meets Bin Salman.

President Biden's trip to Saudi Arabia. We previewed the trip at the end of June, but now that Biden is back on U.S. soil, we figured we’d review what went down. Plus, a question about "centrists" and "moderates." You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Sa...

Jul 19, 202228 min

Joe Manchin's decision.

On Thursday, the West Virginia senator Joe Manchin told Democratic leaders that he was not going to back a new economic package that included spending on climate change and an increase in taxes on corporations and the wealthy. The news came after reports that negotiations had looked promising and was a major blow to party leaders who were hoping to pass a critical element of their agenda before the midterm elections in the fall. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by ...

Jul 18, 202226 min

Inflation (again).

Yesterday, the Bureau of Labor Statistics released its inflation numbers for June, and prices have once again risen sharply. Plus, an interesting question about the ripple effects of Roe v. Wade. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ar...

Jul 14, 202226 min

Brittany Giner's imprisonment.

American basketball star Brittney Griner was arrested in Russia over four months ago on drug smuggling charges for allegedly possessing cannabis oil in her carry-on luggage. She was detained at Moscow’s Sheremetyevo International Airport just a week before Russia invaded Ukraine and has been in prison ever since. Plus, a question about Joe Biden and some very important numbers on inflation and political polling. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or ...

Jul 13, 202223 min

President Biden's age.

President Biden, who is now 79, became the oldest president in U.S. history to be elected when he was voted into office. He will be 82 at the end of his first term, and if he is re-elected and finishes a second term, he'd be 86 when he leaves office. Plus, a question about the Supreme Court. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music...

Jul 12, 202226 min

Shinzo Abe's assassination.

On Friday, Shinzo Abe, Japan's longest serving prime minister, was assassinated while giving a speech in Nara. Plus, a question about Democrats passing and abortion rights bill. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ari Weitzman, and pr...

Jul 11, 202222 min

The death of Shireen Abu Akleh.

The Palestinian-American journalist was killed on May 11, 2022, as Israeli soldiers conducted a raid in the West Bank city of Jenin. Plus, a question about voter ID laws.You can read today's podcast here.You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here.Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75.Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ari Weitzman, and produced in co...

Jul 07, 202228 min

Passing an abortion bill (without the filibuster).

On Thursday, President Biden for the first time expressed support for making an exception to the filibuster rule in order to codify abortion rights and the right to privacy through Congressional legislation. Plus, a question about an Arizona voting law. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 7...

Jul 06, 202226 min

The Supreme Court's EPA ruling.

In a 6-3 ruling last week, the Supreme Court agreed with Republican-led states and coal companies that the 1970 Clean Air Act did not give the Environmental Protection Agency expansive power to regulate carbon emissions. Plus, some quick hits from the holiday weekend. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was pro...

Jul 05, 202226 min

Biden and Saudi Arabia.

President Biden says he will travel to the Middle East next month, from July 13-16. He will be visiting Saudi Arabia to meet with Arab leaders, including Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman, and will also be traveling to Israel and Palestine. Plus, a question about the future of Eastern Europe. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn....

Jun 29, 202224 min

SCOTUS's gun control ruling

On Thursday, the Supreme Court struck down a law in New York that required anyone who wanted to carry a handgun in public to show a “special need for self protection.” Plus, a question about statistics in politics. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey S...

Jun 28, 202228 min

Roe v. Wade is struck down.

On Friday, the Supreme Court ended the constitutional right to an abortion, overruling the 1973 Roe v. Wade ruling and leaving the question of abortion's legality to the states. You can read today's podcast here . You can subscribe to Tangle by clicking here or drop something in our tip jar by clicking here. Our podcast is written by Isaac Saul and produced by Trevor Eichhorn. Music for the podcast was produced by Diet 75. Our newsletter is edited by Bailey Saul, Sean Brady, Ari Weitzman, and pr...

Jun 27, 202236 min
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