Best Mark And Toddcast Podcasts (2025)

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A Chlamydia-Free Summer Wrap-Up 51:19

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7d ago51:19

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It's been a minute, but Mark and Todd are back for an end-of-summer news wrap-up, including great news for promiscuous koalas! (And for those looking for a break from last week's big news story, we don't discuss that here at all, so we're a nice escape from that particular news cycle.) Come hear about Texas's new maggot factory, DOGE's lack of effi…

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Full interview w/ Rep. Chris Deluzio - Why We Need To “Trump-Proof” The Presidency 56:56

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Congressman Chris Deluzio joins Chuck Todd to talk about the political transformation of Western Pennsylvania, the challenges of running as a Democrat in a swing district, and the lessons he’s learned since succeeding Conor Lamb. From the hollowing out of factory towns to the rare but pivotal swing voters who decide elections, Deluzio reflects on t…

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Full Episode - Voters Will Tire Of Trump’s Constant Chaos + Why We Need To “Trump-Proof” The Presidency 2:06:27

14h ago2:06:27

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Chuck Todd unpacks the escalating chaos around Donald Trump’s second term, from his doom-and-gloom rhetoric to the brazen decisions that have left few guardrails in place. Voters may not reject Trump’s ideas outright, but his nonstop turbulence—from shaming pregnant women over Tylenol to undermining global allies—has created deep political vulnerab…

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Chuck’s Commentary - Voters Will Tire Of Trump’s Constant Chaos + Takeaways From “107 Days” 1:07:16

14h ago1:07:16

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Chuck Todd unpacks the escalating chaos around Donald Trump’s second term, from his doom-and-gloom rhetoric to the brazen decisions that have left few guardrails in place. Voters may not reject Trump’s ideas outright, but his nonstop turbulence—from shaming pregnant women over Tylenol to undermining global allies—has created deep political vulnerab…

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Full Episode - Trump's Actions Are Impeachable + Black Moses: The Failed Dream Of Building A “Black State” In Oklahoma 2:05:30

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In this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck delves into the recent developments surrounding Donald Trump, beginning with his confrontational rhetoric against adversaries and the implications of his actions over the past week, which some argue could have driven impeachment efforts. He explores notable incidents such as Tom Homan’s controversial cas…

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Chuck's Commentary - Trump's Actions Are Impeachable + Ask Chuck 1:09:45

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In this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck delves into the recent developments surrounding Donald Trump, beginning with his confrontational rhetoric against adversaries and the implications of his actions over the past week, which some argue could have driven impeachment efforts. He explores notable incidents such as Tom Homan’s controversial cas…

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Interview only w/ Caleb Gayle - Black Moses: The Failed Dream Of Building A “Black State” In Oklahoma 53:57

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, journalist and historian Caleb Gayle joins to discuss his new book which highlights the power of untold history and the forgotten story of Edward McCabe—known by some as “Black Moses.” Gayle traces McCabe’s ambitious but ultimately failed dream of building a “Black state” in Oklahoma, a vision that drew freedm…

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Special Episode - Jimmy Kimmel Pulled Off ABC Reaction: Trump Uses State Power To Silence Free Speech 28:38

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On this special episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck reacts with alarm to ABC’s decision to pull Jimmy Kimmel off the air after FCC Chair Brendan Carr issued unconstitutional, mob boss–style threats. Though Kimmel’s comments weren’t in violation of FCC rules, Carr’s pressure—amplified by Trump’s threats and Nexstar’s influence—sparked a firestorm o…

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Interview only w/ Rohit Chopra - Trump’s Plan To Corrupt The Federal Reserve Could WRECK The Economy 1:01:39

7d ago1:01:39

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck is joined by former director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau Rohit Chopra for a deep dive into the role of the agency and the broader fight to regulate powerful financial institutions. Chopra explains why the agency has struggled to gain footing in Washington, the skepticism the public feels …

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Full Episode - Lawmakers Afraid To Appear In Public After Kirk Shooting + Trump’s Plan To Corrupt The Federal Reserve Could WRECK The Economy 2:15:27

6d ago2:15:27

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Chuck Todd unpacks the fallout from Charlie Kirk’s assassination and what it means for public displays of democracy, as lawmakers debate whether fear should keep them from showing up for their constituents. He also dives into explosive Senate testimony from former CDC director Dr. Monarez, who detailed political interference in vaccine policy under…

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Chuck’s Commentary - Lawmakers Afraid To Appear In Public After Kirk Shooting + Big Trouble At HHS 1:12:30

6d ago1:12:30

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Chuck Todd unpacks the fallout from Charlie Kirk’s assassination and what it means for public displays of democracy, as lawmakers debate whether fear should keep them from showing up for their constituents. He also dives into explosive Senate testimony from former CDC director Dr. Monarez, who detailed political interference in vaccine policy under…

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Chuck’s Commentary - Algorithms Are Destroying Our Brains & Democracy + California’s Redistricting Fight Heats Up + Top 5 States That Could Elect An Independent Senator 1:06:04

7d ago1:06:04

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck explores the frustrations of the “mainstream middle” in red states and why Democrats can’t seem to reach them, even as discontent with the country grows. From the poisonous information ecosystem that radicalizes voters to the outsized influence of social media and big tech money in Washington, the conver…

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Full Episode - Algorithms Are Destroying Our Brains… & Democracy + Can Independent Candidates Break The Two-Party Stranglehold On American Politics? 2:05:30

8d ago2:05:30

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck explores the frustrations of the “mainstream middle” in red states and why Democrats can’t seem to reach them, even as discontent with the country grows. From the poisonous information ecosystem that radicalizes voters to the outsized influence of social media and big tech money in Washington, the conver…

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Interview only w/ Brian Bengs & Todd Achilles - Can Independent Candidates Win In Trump Era Of American Politics? 54:21

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck sits down with Brian Bengs, who challenged John Thune in South Dakota and is running for senate as an independent, and Todd Achilles, an independent from Idaho, to explore what it really means to run outside the two-party system. They open up about why they chose independence, the challenges of campaigni…

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Full Episode - A Deeply Fractured & Dangerous Moment For America + Is There Any “Reagan” Left In Trump’s Republican Party? 2:26:14

10d ago2:26:14

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Chuck Todd reflects on the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination and what it reveals about America’s dangerously fractured politics. He explores how social media algorithms, outrage media, and polarized incentive structures are fueling political violence, with 150 politically motivated attacks already in 2025. From the dangers of cancel culture…

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Interview only w/ Frank Lavin - Is There Any “Reagan” Left In Trump’s Republican Party? 1:05:14

10d ago1:05:14

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, former U.S. Ambassador and Reagan White House veteran Frank Lavin joins to reflect on the state of American politics and what lessons might be drawn from Ronald Reagan’s presidency. From Reagan’s approach to bipartisanship and his handling of foreign policy, to Trump’s transactional style and fixation on defer…

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Chuck’s Commentary - A Deeply Fractured & Dangerous Moment For America + Why George Washington’s Farewell Address Resonates Today 1:20:33

10d ago1:20:33

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Chuck Todd reflects on the aftermath of Charlie Kirk’s assassination and what it reveals about America’s dangerously fractured politics. He explores how social media algorithms, outrage media, and polarized incentive structures are fueling political violence, with 150 politically motivated attacks already in 2025. From the dangers of cancel culture…

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Full Episode - Charlie Kirk Assassinated - America Needs Some Soul Searching + America Is A Political Tinderbox Ripe For Violence 1:42:38

14d ago1:42:38

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On this episode of the Chuck Toddcast, Chuck reflects on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk and what it reveals about the tinderbox state of American politics. He explores how escalating rhetoric, dehumanization, and the amplification of fringe anger online have fueled a culture where violence replaces politics—and where children are left g…

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Interview only w/ Congressman Greg Landsman - America Is A Political Tinderbox Ripe For Violence 47:57

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On this episode of The Chuck Toddcast, Congressman Greg Landsman joins Chuck for a wide-ranging conversation that begins with the shocking shooting of Charlie Kirk at an event on the Utah Valley University campus. The two dig into how political rhetoric has spiraled out of control, the role of social media algorithms in fueling polarization, and wh…

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Chuck’s Commentary - Charlie Kirk Assassinated - America Needs Some Soul Searching + Kamala’s Book Excerpts Are Revealing 52:04

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On this episode of the Chuck Toddcast, Chuck reflects on the shocking assassination of Charlie Kirk and what it reveals about the tinderbox state of American politics. He explores how escalating rhetoric, dehumanization, and the amplification of fringe anger online have fueled a culture where violence replaces politics—and where children are left g…

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Full Episode - The Democrats Desperately Need A Rebrand + Is Trump Driving U.S. Towards Economic Recession & Government Shutdown? 2:11:22

15d ago2:11:22

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck unpacks a whirlwind of economic, geopolitical, and political developments shaping America’s future. From Trump’s tariffs likely surviving a fast-tracked Supreme Court review to rising fears of stagflation fueled by deportations and trade headwinds, the economic outlook is looking grim. Abroad, Russia esc…

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Interview only w/ Bruce Mehlman - Is Trump Driving U.S. Towards Economic Recession & Government Shutdown? 1:06:09

15d ago1:06:09

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Political strategist and K-Street veteran Bruce Mehlman joins Chuck Todd to unpack how politics, media, and business have collided in the Trump era and beyond. From the days when three television networks shaped a shared national narrative to today’s fractured landscape of Substack newsletters, podcasts, and hyper-partisan social feeds, Mehlman and…

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Chuck’s Commentary - The Democrats Desperately Need A Rebrand + Top 5 States Each Party Should Target As Future Battlegrounds 1:04:56

15d ago1:04:56

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck unpacks a whirlwind of economic, geopolitical, and political developments shaping America’s future. From Trump’s tariffs likely surviving a fast-tracked Supreme Court review to rising fears of stagflation fueled by deportations and trade headwinds, the economic outlook is looking grim. Abroad, Russia esc…

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Chuck’s Commentary - Is Trump Prepping The U.S. For War With Venezuela? + This Week In History + Ask Chuck 53:01

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, the conversation turns to the political battles shaping 2025. From the issues Democrats should lean into—and the ones they should avoid—to Trump’s trolling of Chicago and his administration’s push for a showdown over crime and “terrorism,” the stakes are high. Chuck dives into how the White House is setting th…

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Interview Only w/ Abdul El-Sayed - Why American Healthcare Is Broken & How To Fix It 1:08:56

17d ago1:08:56

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Physician-turned-politician Abdul El-Sayed joins Chuck Todd to discuss why he left medicine for the rough-and-tumble of politics. From the challenges of running for office with a foreign name to centering his campaign on improving life for children, El-Sayed argues that healthcare isn’t just about access—it’s about fairness. He pulls back the curta…

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Full Episode - Is Trump Prepping The U.S. For War With Venezuela? + Why American Healthcare Is Broken & How To Fix It 2:12:10

17d ago2:12:10

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, the conversation turns to the political battles shaping 2025. From the issues Democrats should lean into—and the ones they should avoid—to Trump’s trolling of Chicago and his administration’s push for a showdown over crime and “terrorism,” the stakes are high. Chuck dives into how the White House is setting th…

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Interview Only w/ Jake Sherman & Anna Palmer - Epstein Files Fight & Government Shutdown? Why Congress Is In CHAOS 55:22

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Chuck Todd is joined by Punchbowl News co-founders Jake Sherman and Anna Palmer to unpack the turmoil gripping Capitol Hill in the Trump 2.0 era. With Congress ceding power and lawmakers increasingly preoccupied with their own reelection campaigns, the leadership is under fire as redistricting battles in states like California and Texas threaten to…

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Full Episode - Anti-vaxx Has Become The New Prohibition Movement + Congress Returns To CHAOS 1:57:32

21d ago1:57:32

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck unpacks the growing unease in the GOP over RFK Jr.’s influence and Florida’s decision to drop school vaccine mandates, raising the question of how the once-fringe anti-vax movement went mainstream. Drawing historical parallels to the prohibition era, he examines how framing the issue as “personal freedom…

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Chuck’s Commentary - Anti-vaxx Has Become The New Prohibition Movement + Ask Chuck 1:00:07

21d ago1:00:07

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck unpacks the growing unease in the GOP over RFK Jr.’s influence and Florida’s decision to drop school vaccine mandates, raising the question of how the once-fringe anti-vax movement went mainstream. Drawing historical parallels to the prohibition era, he examines how framing the issue as “personal freedom…

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Interview Only w/ Dexter Filkins - America’s Military is NOT READY For The Next War 56:56

22d ago56:56

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Pulitzer Prize winning war correspondent Dexter Filkins joins Chuck Todd to explore whether the U.S. military is prepared for the realities of modern warfare. From Ukraine’s innovative battlefield tactics to Israel’s use of AI, militaries around the world are embracing cheap, agile technologies that challenge America’s reliance on massive, legacy w…

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Full Episode - Democrats' Upcoming Showdown Over Government Shutdown + America’s Military is NOT READY For The Next War 1:50:28

22d ago1:50:28

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Chuck Todd digs into the looming threat of a government shutdown and the political gamesmanship behind it. He explores whether Democrats will force a showdown with Republicans, the risks and rewards of standing their ground, and how history shows the party that triggers a shutdown usually pays the price. With Trump giving Democrats little incentive…

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Chuck’s Commentary - Democrats' Upcoming Showdown Over Government Shutdown + Top 5 Senate Seat Pickups For Each Party + Ask Chuck 52:41

22d ago52:41

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Chuck Todd digs into the looming threat of a government shutdown and the political gamesmanship behind it. He explores whether Democrats will force a showdown with Republicans, the risks and rewards of standing their ground, and how history shows the party that triggers a shutdown usually pays the price. With Trump giving Democrats little incentive…

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Chuck’s Commentary - Why Trump Health Rumors Are A BIG Problem For The President + Where Aren’t Republicans Standing Up To RFK Jr? + Ask Chuck 1:02:40

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Chuck Todd unpacks how Putin’s latest strikes reveal Trump was played in Alaska and why Labor Day marks a new stage in the political calendar. From looming government shutdowns and Supreme Court battles over tariffs to the total collapse of checks on Trump 2.0, the conversation digs into what—if anything—remains of the pre-Trump Republican Party. W…

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Full Episode - Why Trump Health Rumors Are A BIG Problem For The President + Should Democrats “Fight Fire With Fire” Against Trump? 2:14:42

23d ago2:14:42

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Chuck Todd unpacks how Putin’s latest strikes reveal Trump was played in Alaska and why Labor Day marks a new stage in the political calendar. From looming government shutdowns and Supreme Court battles over tariffs to the total collapse of checks on Trump 2.0, the conversation digs into what—if anything—remains of the pre-Trump Republican Party. W…

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Interview Only w/ Jared Moskowitz - Should Democrats “Fight Fire With Fire” Against Trump? 1:10:54

23d ago1:10:54

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Florida Democratic Congressman Jared Moskowitz joins Chuck Todd with a stark assessment of American politics: bipartisanship is dead, foreign interference has poisoned public discourse, and Democrats face an existential choice between fighting dirty or facing potential party destruction. Moskowitz, who represents Parkland and witnessed multiple sys…

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Full Episode - Mass Shootings In A Polarized Country + The Hidden DARK SIDE Of The NFL’s Business 1:58:28

28d ago1:58:28

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Chuck Todd unpacks the troubling patterns that emerge after every mass shooting, from how the public rushes to confirm their priors to how culture wars are inflamed when a shooter’s identity becomes politicized. With the FBI investigating the latest tragedy as a possible hate crime, trust in law enforcement once again splits along partisan lines, r…

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Chuck's Commentary - Mass Shootings In A PolarizedCountry + Ask Chuck 43:39

28d ago43:39

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Chuck Todd unpacks the troubling patterns that emerge after every mass shooting, from how the public rushes to confirm their priors to how culture wars are inflamed when a shooter’s identity becomes politicized. With the FBI investigating the latest tragedy as a possible hate crime, trust in law enforcement once again splits along partisan lines, r…

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Full Interview w/ DeMaurice Smith - The Hidden DARK SIDE Of The NFL’s Business 1:00:47

28d ago1:00:47

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Chuck Todd is joined by former NFL Players Association executive director DeMaurice Smith to discuss his new book Turf Wars and the untold battles behind the modern NFL. Smith reflects on how he—despite never playing the game—won the trust of star athletes, navigated intense resistance from owners, and fought for free agency and labor protections. …

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Full Episode - Trump’s Authoritarian Tactics Ramp Up + The BIG Mistake That Doomed Kamala Harris | 2:15:56

29d ago2:15:56

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Chuck Todd dives into the shifting political and cultural landscape—from Trump’s transformation of the information ecosystem and the “civics lesson” his presidency has provided to the American public. He weighs in on the administration’s use of militarized “law and order” tactics and Trump’s constant economic brinkmanship. The conversation ranges f…

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Full Interview w/ Maria Comella - The Mistake That Doomed Kamala Harris Against Donald Trump 1:15:08

29d ago1:15:08

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Former Republican operative turned Harris campaign strategist Maria Comella joins Chuck Todd to deliver a brutal post-mortem on Democratic failures and to reflect on her unique career path across the political spectrum. From her early days in Republican politics to the inner workings of the Harris campaign, Comella offers candid insights on what it…

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Chuck's Commentary - Trump’s Authoritarian Tactics Ramp Up + Top 5 Democrats Who’ve Had A Great 2025 + Ask Chuck 1:00:05

29d ago1:00:05

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Chuck Todd dives into the shifting political and cultural landscape—from Trump’s transformation of the information ecosystem and the “civics lesson” his presidency has provided to the American public. He weighs in on the administration’s use of militarized “law and order” tactics and Trump’s constant economic brinkmanship. The conversation ranges f…

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Portland at the Movies: "Blast!" (2000) 1:23:07

28d ago1:23:07

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The Unipiper noted that this movie begins like "Stand by Me," but ends up like "Reservoir Dogs." While not exactly right, he's not far off describing this 2000 movie with some legitimately shocking twists and compelling turns. But because this is a movie made around Portland (Vernonia, to be exact), it falls short of being an actual good movie. Fin…

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Full Interview w/ Jonathan Martin - Trump Is DESPERATE To Avoid Democratic Congress & Third Impeachment 52:29

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Chuck Todd welcomes Politico’s politics bureau chief Jonathan Martin to discuss the rapidly evolving political landscape as both parties grapple with structural weaknesses and Trump's continued dominance of the political conversation. The conversation covers the Democratic Party's primary calendar shake-up, with New Hampshire maintaining its first-…

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Chuck's Commentary - Trump Makes Headlines… But No Movement + 45:07

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Chuck Todd breaks down the political paradox of August 2025, a month that generated significant headlines yet produced little actual movement in Washington's power dynamics. Despite a DC law enforcement surge that failed to target high-crime areas and escalating redistricting wars that continue eroding institutional trust, Todd argues that distract…

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Full Episode - Trump Makes Headlines… But No Movement + Trump Is DESPERATE To Avoid Democratic Congress & Third Impeachment 1:37:45

1M ago1:37:45

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Chuck Todd breaks down the political paradox of August 2025, a month that generated significant headlines yet produced little actual movement in Washington's power dynamics. Despite a DC law enforcement surge that failed to target high-crime areas and escalating redistricting wars that continue eroding institutional trust, Todd argues that distract…

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Full Interview w/ Charlie Cook - In A DIVIDED America, Will Republicans Or Democrats Win In 2026? 55:54

1M ago55:54

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Legendary political analyst Charlie Cook joins Chuck Todd with sobering insights about America's polarized democracy, revealing that despite perceptions of a Democratic wipeout, 2024 represented a narrow rejection of Biden and Harris rather than an embrace of Trump—part of a pattern where six of the last seven presidential elections have been decid…

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Chuck's Commentary - Incumbents Will STRUGGLE In Upcoming Elections + Ask Chuck 45:10

1M ago45:10

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Chuck Todd unpacks the political storm brewing around redistricting and its ripple effects on both voter and donor enthusiasm, as Democrats struggle to spark a surge of energy despite making gains in candidate recruitment. He digs into why the New Jersey governor’s race could be unexpectedly tight, with Mamdani looming as a potential wildcard, and …

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Full Episode - Incumbents Will STRUGGLE In Upcoming Elections + In A DIVIDED America, Will Republicans Or Democrats Win In 2026? 1:49:36

1M ago1:49:36

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Chuck Todd unpacks the political storm brewing around redistricting and its ripple effects on both voter and donor enthusiasm, as Democrats struggle to spark a surge of energy despite making gains in candidate recruitment. He digs into why the New Jersey governor’s race could be unexpectedly tight, with Mamdani looming as a potential wildcard, and …

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Full Episode - Putin’s BIG Mistake When Dealing With Trump + Trump’s Policies Are Steering The U.S. Economy Into A Recession w/Mark Zandi 1:46:02

1M ago1:46:02

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Chuck Todd opens with critical media industry news as Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna threatens to devastate local TV journalism through consolidation that will create duopolies and slash newsroom jobs while fundamentally altering how Americans receive local information at the worst possible moment for democratic accountability. He shifts to Trump's…

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Chuck's Commentary - Putin’s BIG Mistake When Dealing With Trump + Why Divisiveness Became Political Strategy 49:06

1M ago49:06

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Chuck Todd opens with critical media industry news as Nexstar's acquisition of Tegna threatens to devastate local TV journalism through consolidation that will create duopolies and slash newsroom jobs while fundamentally altering how Americans receive local information at the worst possible moment for democratic accountability. He shifts to Trump's…