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 headli... More
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 headli... More
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Sen. Tammy Baldiwn, Jim Downie & Kim Kelly
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.
5/29/2023
52:32
Rep. Summer Lee, Douglas Rushkoff & Dana Milbank
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.
5/26/2023
53:43
James Carville, Rep. Eric Swalwell & Megan Hunt
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.
5/24/2023
56:08
Stuart Stevens, Jason Stanley & Adam Gopnik
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.
5/22/2023
54:07
Lawrence O'Donnell, Rep. Jake Auchincloss, Lucas Kunce & Sam Brodey
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.
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.