Agreeing & Disagreeing with Jen Psaki

The Weekly Show with Jon Stewart

Feb 13, 2025•1 hr 14 min

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Summary

Jon Stewart and Jen Psaki discuss the Democratic Party's current challenges, including messaging failures, policy issues, and the need to reconnect with working-class voters. They analyze Trump's appeal, media dynamics, and potential paths forward for Democrats, emphasizing the importance of economic populism and a clear diagnosis of systemic problems.

Episode description

As Democrats grapple with defining their principles and message, we're joined by Jen Psaki, host of MSNBC's "Inside with Jen Psaki" and "The Blueprint with Jen Psaki" podcast. Also drawing on her political experience, including as White House Press Secretary under Biden, we discuss who is (or isn't) shaping Democratic policy, how media can better cut through noise to inform the public, and the core values that should guide the party’s future.

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Host/Executive Producer – Jon Stewart

Executive Producer – James Dixon

Executive Producer – Chris McShane

Executive Producer – Caity Gray

Lead Producer – Lauren Walker

Producer – Brittany Mehmedovic