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- Yesterday45 min
10 Years of the Trump Nightmare
Charlie flies solo this episode to break down the biggest headlines in current events, dig into where the midterms actually stand right now, and get personal about the toll — both individual and societal — of a decade shaped by Trump. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 3 days ago39 min
Trump Lost His Popularity Before He Consolidated His Power
Founder of Protect Democracy and winner of the MacArthur genius grant, Ian Bassin joins Charlie for a wide-ranging discussion about important reads, how technology shapes society, post-Trump America, and the weird new FBI rule about bestiality. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 5 days ago42 min
Swisher: AI Could Kill Us. So, Why Give the Tech Oligarchs a Pass?
World renowned tech journalist Kara Swisher joins Charlie to explore the complex issues surrounding AI development, the role of regulation, and the global implications. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago50 min
How the Democrats Can Win a Super Majority
Author of Kill Switch and Supermajority, Adam Jentleson joins Charlie for a deep dive into what it will take for Democrats to win and keep power, the weird machinations of John Fetterman, and who would make the strongest candidate to beat back whoever is Trump's successor. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 1 weeks ago52 min
Avlon: I Was There...Trump Wasn't
John Avlon — journalist, author, and political commentator — joins Charlie to reflect on the lessons of 9/11 as its 25th anniversary approaches, break down the emerging 2028 Democratic field, and unpack Trump's strange fixation on movie-villain imagery.A conversation about memory, politics, and power you won't want to miss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago41 min
O’Brien: Trump is Making America Weak Again
Professor of Strategic Studies and host of The Phillips's Newsletter Podcast, Phillips O'Brien joins Charlie to talk about Trump's strange love for Russia, the decline of U.S. influence in Europe, and the Donald's infatuation with building monuments to himself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago40 min
An Independent Miracle in Montana?
Former University of Montana President and Green Beret Seth Bodnar is running for Senate as an Independent. He joins Charlie to talk about Hegseth's military purge, Canadian tariffs, and why neither party is what America needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- 2 weeks ago46 min
Wolfers: Stupid Trade Wars and Gangster Government
Economist Justin Wolfers joins Charlie to break down Trump's trade war with Canada, the controversial oil deal with Venezuela, and concerns over politicizing the U.S. Census Bureau. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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