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Rick Wilson, Oliver Darcy & Anupreeta Das02 Sep 202400:59:15

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson skewers Tulsi Gabbard’s turn to Trump world. Status News’ Oliver Darcy examines the media’s poor coverage of the election. Then we’ll talk to New York Times’ Anupreeta Das about her new book, Billionaire, Nerd, Savior, King: Bill Gates and His Quest to Shape Our World."

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Justin Wolfers, Rep Jared Moskowitz, Gov. Jared Polis, Sen. Chris Murphy & More!30 Aug 202401:03:39

The New York Times contributor Justin Wolfers teaches us which economic measures we should and shouldn’t obsess over. Congressman Jared Moskowitz updates us on his chaotic friendship with Congressman James Comer. Colorado Governor Jared Polis examines how minding your own business contributes to a state's thriving. Senator Chris Murphy details how gun control is affecting the election. Michigan Secretary of State Jocelyn Benson examines how Michigan’s women are effectively running the state. Congresswoman Susan DelBene discusses the success of the DNC.

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Mary Trump, Fred Trump & Monica Tranel09 Aug 202400:52:26

The Mary Trump Show'sMary Trump examines how Donald Trump feels now that VP Harris is drawing bigger crowds and has higher polling numbers. Fred Trump, aka Donald’s nephew, details his new book All in the Family: The Trumps and How We Got This Way. Former Olympian Monica Tranel details her run in Montana’s 1st District against Ryan Zinke.

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Katie Phang, Jonathan Feinblatt & Simon Rosenberg15 Jan 202400:54:47

MSNBC's Katie Phang previews today's showdown at the Iowa caucuses. Democratic strategist Simon Rosenberg details what he's watching in order to predict the 2024 election. Everytown for Gun Safety's Jonathan Feinblatt examines the downfall of the NRA and how they are combatting gun manufacturers.

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Alicia Menendez, Rep. Jared Moskowitz & Sam Brodey12 Jan 202400:53:18

MSNBC's "The Weekend" co-host, Alicia Menendez, breaks down how the start of the Republican primaries also marks the beginning of the general election. Rep.  Jared Moskowitz recaps his latest battle with the inept House Oversight Chairman, Rep. Jim Comer. The Daily Beast's Deputy Politics Editor, Sam Brodey, details the never-ending chaos in Congress.

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Mary Trump, Sen. Barbara Boxer & Rick Perlstein10 Jan 202400:51:23

The Mary Trump Show's Mary Trump examines how we got the disorder that made Trump who he is. Former Senator Barbara Boxer tells us about her big idea on how we can fix immigration in America. Nixonland Author Rick Perlstein examines the pitfalls of covering the 2024 election.

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Rick Wilson, Joshua Green & Brad Meltzer08 Jan 202400:51:43

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson gives the media covering the 2024 election a well-deserved tongue-lashing. Joshua Green details his latest book, "The Rebels: Elizabeth Warren, Bernie Sanders, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, and the Struggle for a New American Politics." Author Brad Meltzer tells us about the latest in his series of children's books, "Ordinary People Change The World: I am Ruth Bader Ginsburg."

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Matt Dixon & Yaroslav Trofimov05 Jan 202400:31:00

NBC's Matt Dixon examines his new book, "Swamp Monsters: Trump vs. DeSantis." The Wall Street Journal's chief foreign affairs correspondent, Yaroslav Trofimov, details his new book, "Our Enemies Will Vanish: The Russian Invasion and Ukraine's War of Independence."

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David Roberts & Michael Gerhardt03 Jan 202400:29:33

Volts' David Roberts details the latest advances in the fight against climate change. Michael Gerhardt examines his new book, 'The Law of Presidential Impeachment: A Guide for the Engaged Citizen.'

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Julian Zelizer & Bradley Tusk01 Jan 202400:31:29

Princeton historian and CNN political analyst Julian Zelizer examines some recent history lessons for our present day. Bradley Tusk, CEO of Tusk Ventures and author of 'The Fixer: My Adventures Saving Startups from Death by Politics,' examines the inner workings of how policy gets passed.

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Amanda Litman & Garrett Graff27 Dec 202300:35:22

Amanda Litman, founder of Run For Something, previews how we can win down-ballot elections in the 2024 election. Garrett Graff of Wired details his new book, 'UFO: The Inside Story of the US Government's Search for Alien Life Here—and Out There.'

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Chris Geidner & Marc Roscoe Loustau25 Dec 202300:30:54

Chris Geidner of Law Dork runs through the latest developments in the Supreme Court. Marc Roscoe Loustau reports on his recent trip to Ukraine.

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Lawrence Lessig, Matthew Seligman & Robin Marty22 Dec 202300:35:22

Professor Lawrence Lessig and Matthew Seligman detail their new book, 'How to Steal a Presidential Election.' Robin Marty, author of 'New Handbook for a Post-Roe America' and Executive Director of West Alabama Women's Center, gives us an on-the-ground look at women's health care in the South.

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Gov. Tim Walz, Rep. Nancy Pelosi, Heather Cox Richardson & Harry Litman07 Aug 202401:20:54

Former Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi details her new book The Art of Power. Historian Heather Cox Richardson gives her view on Kamala Harris picking Gov. Walz as her VP. Talking Feds host Harry Litman examines the implications of Jenna Ellis cooperating with the prosecution. Plus, a bonus reairing of our interview with Gov. Tim Walz, the presumptive vice-presidential nominee.

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Dave Mandel & Matt Tyrnauer22 Dec 202300:32:42

Veep's Executive Producer Dave Mandel stops by to talk about the beyond-parody dysfunction of the American government. Director Matt Tyrnauer also stops by to discuss some of the hidden political figures who have shaped our politics.

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Stuart Stevens, Rep. Colin Allred & Rep. Jim Himes20 Dec 202300:49:44

Stuart Stevens of The Lincoln Project decodes Trump's increasingly Hitler-like rhetoric. Representative Colin Allred details Greg Abbott's horrifying aggressions toward women seeking medical care. Representative Jim Himes examines Speaker of the House Mike Johnson's incompetent reign over Congress.

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Rick Wilson, Tim Alberta & Geraldo Cadava18 Dec 202300:53:13

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson skewers Gov. DeSantis for his terrible staffing decisions, which are leading to an inevitable failure as a presidential candidate. The Atlantic's Tim Alberta details his new book, "The Kingdom, the Power, and the Glory: American Evangelicals in an Age of Extremism." The New Yorker's Geraldo Cadava examines the drifting political alignments of Hispanic voters.

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Sen. Sherrod Brown, Jim Messina & Jeet Heer15 Dec 202300:46:43

Senator Sherrod Brown explains how he wins his seat in a state that seemingly leans red. Jeet Heer of The Nation examines the economic anxiety of voters despite the continued successes of Bidenomics. Former White House Deputy Chief of Staff Jim Messina explains why President Biden is the right candidate for the top of the ticket.

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Rep. Summer Lee, Justin Wolfers & Marc Elias13 Dec 202300:52:38

University of Michigan Professor Justin Wolfers parses out the great economic metrics that Bidenomics continues to deliver, despite bad 'vibes.' Congresswoman Summer Lee illustrates how we can achieve a more democratic America. Marc Elias of Democracy Docket details the latest court cases he's battling to protect democracy.

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Rick Wilson, Ryan Grim & Steven Levitsky11 Dec 202300:53:12

Rick Wilson of The Lincoln Project discusses the media's flaws in reporting polls for the 2024 presidential election. Ryan Grim of The Intercept details his new book, 'The Squad: AOC and the Hope of a Political Revolution.' Additionally, author Steven Levitsky examines why Republicans have turned against democracy.

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Sarah Longwell, Debbie Mucarsel-Powell & Maria Theresa Kumar08 Dec 202300:51:57

Sarah Longwell of The Bulwark discusses the ongoing embarrassment of the Republican presidential primary. Former Congresswoman Debbie Mucarsel-Powell details her Senate run against one of the Senate's most unlikable members, Rick Scott. Additionally, Maria Theresa Kumar from Voto Latino examines how the Democrats can reignite voter enthusiasm among Hispanics.

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Mary Trump. Rep. Ro Kanna & Mark Chiusano06 Dec 202300:45:15

The Mary Trump Show's Mary Trump examines Trump's quickly deteriorating mental state. Congressman Ro Khanna goes over the landscape now that Republicans' majority is one member slimmer. Author Mark Chiusano details his new book, 'The Fabulist: The Lying, Hustling, Grifting, Stealing, and Very American Legend of George Santos.

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Rick Wilson, Fred Krupp & Kelly Weill04 Dec 202300:46:52

The Lincoln Project's own Rick Wilson mocks Gov. Ron Desantis' astoundingly bad performance against Gov. Gavin Newsome. The Daily Beast's Kelly Weill, explains why the Seth Rich and Pizzagate conspiracy theories have resurfaced again. Environmental Defense Fund's Fred Krupp details the big news from this weekend, an agreement that will help hold gas companies accountable for methane leaks.

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Tim Miller, Rep. Eric Swalwell & Rep. Robert Garcia01 Dec 202300:48:22

The Bulwark's Tim Miller discusses Rep. Kevin McCarthy's impending departure from Congress. Rep. Eric Swalwell tells us about how Democrats are actually running the government since the Republicans are too dysfunctional to do it themselves. Rep. Robert Garcia details the expulsion of Congressman George Santos.

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Rick Wilson, Andy Kroll, Norm Eisen05 Aug 202400:55:08

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson discusses the significant diplomatic achievements of the Biden administration. ProPublica’s Andy Kroll uncovers the latest shady right-wing group gumming up the works that you've never heard of before. Former Ambassador Norm Eisen talks about the impact of presidential debates.

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James Carville, Rep. Shontel Brown & Douglas Rushkoff29 Nov 202300:49:11

Democratic strategist James Carville tells us how Biden can win back the voters he's lost. Rep. Shontel Brown tells us about what she sees in her district in Ohio. 'Survival of the Richest' author Doug Rushkoff talks about Elon Musk's latest chaos.

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Rick Wilson, David Leonhardt & John Burn Murdoch27 Nov 202300:55:59

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson provides a reality check about the actual implications of The Project 2025. The Financial Times' John Burn Murdoch examines why life expectancy in the US is plummeting. The New York Times' David Leonhardt stops by to tell us about his new book, 'Ours Was the Shining Future: The Story of the American Dream.'

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Ryan Reilly & Peter Salett24 Nov 202300:37:22

NBC Justice Reporter Ryan Reilly details his new book, 'Sedition Hunters: How January 6th Broke the Justice System.' Peter Salett of The Hometown Project explains how they are using celebrities to elect local officials.

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Jeet Heer, Ben Mezrich & Jon Ralston22 Nov 202300:53:07

The Nation's Jeet Heer discusses how Biden can improve his poll numbers with progressives. Author Ben Mezrich details his new book, 'Breaking Twitter: Elon Musk and the Most Controversial Corporate Takeover in History.' The Nevada Independent editor Jon Ralston about the threats facing Democrats in Nevada.

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Rick Wilson, Margaret Sullivan & Dave Weigel20 Nov 202300:54:32

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson discusses the inner workings of the Republican Party to support his fascist rhetoric. Semafor's Dave Weigel examines why 'woke-ism' didn't motivate people to vote in 2023. The Guardian's Margaret Sullivan assesses the media's recent failures in covering the 2024 election.

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Lawrence O'Donnell, Rep. Wiley Nickel & Harry Litman17 Nov 202300:54:18

MSNBC's Lawrence O'Donnell breaks down why Congress is becoming even more dysfunctional. Congressman Wiley Nickel details the egregious gerrymandering in North Carolina. Then we'll talk to Talking Feds host Harry Litman about Trump's latest legal woes.

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John Heilemann, Mitch Landrieu & Daniel Nichanian15 Nov 202300:54:01

Showtime's 'The Circus' host, John Heilemann, discusses the turmoil in Congress. White House Senior Advisor Mitch Landrieu details how the Biden administration is rebuilding America's infrastructure. Bolts Magazine Editor Daniel Nichanian examines the intricate details that contributed to the Democrats' significant victory on Election Day last week.

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Rick Wilson, Jonathan Karl & Brian Stelter13 Nov 202300:55:16

The Lincoln Project’s Rick Wilson outlines how the Democrats can win big in 2024. ABC News' Jonathan Karl details his new book, 'Tired of Winning: Donald Trump and the End of the Grand Old Party.' Brian Stelter examines his new Fox News tell-all, 'Network of Lies: The Epic Saga of Fox News, Donald Trump, and the Battle for American Democracy.' 

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Charlie Sykes, Jacob Rubashkin & George Laws10 Nov 202300:53:42

The Bulwark's Charlie Sykes surveys the contentious nature of the latest Republican debate. Inside Elections' Jacob Rubashkin delves into the concealed lessons extracted from the 2023 elections. George Laws, the Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Statehood Council, provides a comprehensive overview of new legislation aimed at achieving Puerto Rico's long-desired statehood.

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George Conway, Timothy O'Brien & Ron Brownstein08 Nov 202300:47:51

The Washington Post columnist George Conway details why he believes Trump will definitely end up behind bars. The Atlantic's Ron Brownstein stops by for a late-night post-election analysis to discuss Democrats' big wins. Bloomberg Opinion's Tim O'Brien examines Trump's inability to behave himself in a courtroom.

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Charlie Sykes, Emily Atkin & Kevin Kruse02 Aug 202400:53:55

MSNBC columnist Charlie Sykes skewers Trump’s performance at NABJ. Historian Kevin Kruse of Campaign Trails examines the more chaotic moments of presidential conventions. Heated’s Emily Atkin brings us up to speed on the latest climate news. 

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Rick Wilson, Will Sommer & Josh Ettingermentum06 Nov 202300:50:48

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson forecasts the likelihood of the GOP being unable to keep the government open during Speaker Mike Johnson's tenure. The Washington Post's Will Sommer surveys the madness sweeping through the Republican Party. Josh, the editor of the Ettingermentum Newsletter, details Trump and DeSantis's escalated jabs at each other.

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Al Franken, Alex Thompson & Schuyler VanValkenburg03 Nov 202300:45:35

Former Senator Al Franken discusses the never-ending chaos in the GOP. Axios's Alex Thompson details the rough launch of MAGA Mike Johnson's speakership. Schuyler VanValkenburg outlines the crucial race for Virginia State Senate's 16th District.

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Justin Wolfers, Naomi Klein & Katherine Stewart01 Nov 202300:53:28

New York Times columnist Justin Wolfers stops by to discuss the staggering economic numbers in America. Author Naomi Klein joins us to discuss her new book, Doppelganger, as well as her observations of disinformation in America. Author Katherine Stewart talks about Christo-fascism in America, which has become newly relevant with the rise of Speaker of the House MAGA Mike Johnson.

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Rick Wilson, Ron Harris & Kirsten Engel30 Oct 202300:45:32

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson surveys the fresh hell we have to look forward to during MAGA Mike Johnson's tenure as Speaker of the House. Ron Harris joins us to talk about running for Congressman Dean Phillips's seat, who recently announced he is primarying President Biden. Former Arizona State Senator Kirsten Engel details her candidacy for one of the 18 Biden congressional districts the Dems lost in 2022.

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Ian Dunt, Norm Ornstein & Ian Bremmer27 Oct 202300:53:04

Origin Story host Ian Dunt engages in a battle with Molly over whether UK or US politics are in greater disarray. Political scientist Norm Ornstein dissects the growing radicalization of the GOP after elevating MAGA Mike Johnson to Speaker of the House. Eurasia Group President Ian Bremmer shares his perspective on the conflicts in Israel and Ukraine.

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Stuart Stevens, McKay Coppins & Andy Kroll25 Oct 202300:52:00

The Lincoln Project's Stuart Stevens details his new book, 'The Conspiracy to End America: Five Ways My Old Party Is Driving Our Democracy to Autocracy.' The Atlantic's McKay Coppins spills the tea on his new biography of Mitt Romney, entitled 'Romney: A Reckoning.' ProPublica's Andy Kroll delves into the never-ending details of Leonard Leo's corruption of our Supreme Court.

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Rick Wilson, Dave Weigel & Nick Corasantini23 Oct 202300:51:56

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson (who will be joining us every Monday), details Jim Jordan's Icarus-like failure in his bid to become Speaker of the House. Semafors' Dave Weigel examines the hidden details in the latest FEC filings in the 2024 presidential race. The New York Times' Nick Corasantini details the new political dynamic in Mississippi and how Democrats could finally change the tide there.

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Jon Allen, Noga Tarnopolsky & Robert Mann20 Oct 202300:47:28

NBC's Jon Allen details what's next as Jim Jordan stands his ground in the fight to become Speaker of the House. Israeli journalist Noga Tarnopolsky joins us for an on-the-ground report from Jerusalem. Former Louisiana State University chair of journalism Robert Mann details his clashes with the newly elected governor Jeff Landry.

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Rep. Mikie Sherrill , Elie Mystal & Anne Applebaum18 Oct 202300:52:37

The Nation's Elie Mystal provides a preview of the challenges that lie ahead during the Supreme Court's next session. Congresswoman Mikie Sherrill offers updates on the chaos unfolding in the House as the GOP supports Congressman Jim Jordan. The Atlantic's Anne Applebaum shares some rare good news emerging from Poland's recent election.

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George Conway, Adam Nagourney & Kimberly Pope Adams16 Oct 202300:44:55

The Washington Post's George Conway previews Jim Jordan's anticipated failures as he attempts to become Speaker of the House. Adam Nagourney details his new book, The Times: How the Newspaper of Record Survived Scandal, Scorn, and the Transformation of Journalism. Kimberly Pope Adams outlines her candidacy for a crucial position in the Virginia state delegation.

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Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Cornel Belcher & Julian Zelizer31 Jul 202400:51:50

Massachusetts Senator Elizabeth Warren details how Democrats are defending citizens from predatory practices. NBC/MSNBC political analyst Cornel Belcher analyzes the changing electorate now that the Democrats have enthusiasm on their side again. Princeton historian Julian Zelizer examines his new book Our Nation at Risk: Election Integrity as a National Security Issue.

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Jeet Heer, Ruth Ben Ghiat & Josh Koskoff13 Oct 202300:52:24

Jeet Heer explains the devil's bargain that the GOP faces with their flawed Speaker of the House candidates. Author Ruth Ben Ghiat details how all the criminals within the Republican Party play right into the authoritarian handbook. Lawyer Josh Koskoff outlines his lawsuit against the gun company Remington with the aim of delivering justice to shooting survivors.

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Rep. Andy Kim, Rep. Becca Balint & Dana Milbank11 Oct 202300:51:20

The Washington Post's Dana Milbank evaluates the challenging decision facing Republicans as they contemplate their leadership choice in Congress. Rep.Andy Kim shares his perspective on the unusual move of primarying a sitting Democratic Senator while he campaigns for Senator Menendez's seat. Rep. Becca Balint delves into how Democrats are navigating the landscape marked by Republican incompetence.

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Rick Wilson, Katie Phang, Ali Vitali, Maya Wiley & Joyce Vance09 Oct 202301:20:49

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson discusses how Matt Gaetz's recent actions have dealt a significant blow to the GOP's prospects of retaining the House in 2024. Live from this year's Texas Tribune Fest, we present a recording from a forum featuring MSNBC's Katie Phang & Ali Vitali, former NYC mayoral candidate Maya Wiley, and "Sisters In Law's" Joyce Vance.

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