Best Progressiv Podcasts (2025)

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The Roots of the American Journey to Destructive Progressivism 19:28

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Send us a text In today's episode, Steve discusses the origins of American Progressive structure within our government and the negative effects we are suffering now.By Steve Hoffman

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Journey to a Free America - Part 1 40:25

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Send us a text This as a trip itinerary—it’s a creative metaphor for a journey back to the principles of liberty. Let’s imagine this as a symbolic road trip, with each stop representing a milestone toward an America rooted in limited government, individual rights, and economic freedom.By Steve Hoffman

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A Christian Living in Israel (with Shadi Khalloul) 52:12

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In this episode of the Inconvenient Truths podcast, host Kenny Xu is joined by a pro-Israel voice, Shadi Kholloul. Khalloul is an Aramaic Christian living in Israel. He is a former IDF paratrooper, Knesset candidate, and advocate for Aramean Christians and the Aramaic language. Kenny and Shadi discuss his perspective on how the Aramaic community vi…

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How We Built a Welfare State on the Road to Socialism 19:06

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Send us a text Hoff explores influences from FDR, Lyndon Johnson and Clowerd & Piven Strategy.By Steve Hoffman

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Immigration Debate w/ Pascal-Emmanuel Gobry and Noah Smith 1:24:15

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In this episode of Econ 102 originally aired on the Sphere Podcast, Noah Smith and Pascal-Emmanuel Gobry sit down for a debate on immigration. They cover the philosophical underpinnings of their arguments, where they find common ground, border enforcement, deportation, public opinion, and more. - Sponsors: Notion AI meeting notes lives right in Not…

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Jeffery Epstein as an Immigrant 42:57

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In this episode of the Inconvenient Truths Podcast, host Kenny Xu dives into Jeffrey Epstein, the man. Kenny traces Epstein's life back to his time as an immigrant and a teacher, and discusses the factors that made him into the monster he became. Kenny discusses how Epstein's unchecked ambition and unscrupulous nature turned him into a world-renown…

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Further "Disgust"-ion on Obamacare's Shortfalls 27:01

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Send us a text In this episode, Steve does a deeper dive into the morass that is Obamcare a.k.a. the misnamed Affordable Care Act. Hang on to your hats.... we are in for a wild ride!By Steve Hoffman

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Obamacare: It Was a Misake 12 Years Ago, It's a Disaster Now 23:56

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Send us a text In this hard-hitting episode of Conversations With the Hoff, we dig into one of the most controversial policy beasts still roaming the American landscape: Obamacare. Twelve years ago, critics warned it was a ticking time bomb wrapped in bureaucracy and wishful thinking. Now? The smoke has cleared—revealing higher premiums, shrinking …

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Lapdogs of the Moneyed Elite 46:40

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In this pivotal episode of the Inconvenient Truths Podcast, Kenny lays out his thesis on the interaction and relationship between Asians and Jews. Basing it on six key facts, Kenny believes that Asian Americans are destined to serve as lapdogs of the moneyed elite unless they learn how to fight against the tactical politics of the moneyed elite. Ke…

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How Progressivism and Conservatism Work Together 39:27

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In this episode of the Inconvenient Truths podcast, Kenny Xu discusses how Progressivism and Conservatism work together to uphold American society. Kenny presents the two sides, which are usually in polar opposition to one another, as having a lot to share. Kenny outlines the good in conservativism: it conserves institutions, attitudes, and behavio…

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AI Business Models, Rare Earths, and China's Economic Challenges 54:49

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In this episode of Econ 102, Noah Smith and Erik Torenberg explore AI's effects on productivity, how AI business models will shake out, the US and China's rare earth minerals industries, and China's economic challenges, including demographics, real estate, and involution. - Sponsors: Notion AI meeting notes lives right in Notion, everything you cap…

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Iryna's Law and the Problem with Bail Reform (with Ken Good) 50:38

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Kenny follows up on his discussion of crime and Iryna Zarutska with an episode focused on bail reform and its demerits. On this episode of the Inconvenient Truths podcast, Kenny is joined by Ken Good, a board member of the Professional Bondsmen of Texas. Good is also the author of "Good's on Bail" and a frequent commentator on matters of bail and c…

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Why Asian Americans are NOT Conservative 44:53

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In part two of Kenny's Miniseries on Asian Americans, he discusses why Asian Americans are not trending conservative. Kenny laments the lack of discussion on race and identity in the past 4 years. In this episode, Kenny dives into the internal complexes of Asians. Kenny discusses how many of the traits labeled conservative that Asians exhibit are s…

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Two Paths for Asian Americans 49:17

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In this episode of the Inconvenient Truths Podcast, host Kenny Xu discusses two divulging paths for Asian Americans in America. Kenny cautions Asian Americans from simply going into the elite bubble. He posits that Asian Americans are best served by taking their positive traits and identifying with American society. Don't miss this intriguing refle…

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What is the Point of Founding a Youth Conservative Organization? (with Blake Consentino) 55:01

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In this episode of the Inconvenient Truths Podcast, Kenny is joined by Blake Consentino, the Founder and President of American Destiny, a conservative youth nonprofit. Kenny discusses his own experience of founding a conservative youth organization with Blake. The pair also talks about the reasons behind and the future ahead of Generation Z as a co…

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Israel and Donor Ethics (with Jenin Younes) 1:02:11

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In this episode of the Inconvenient Truths podcast, Kenny discusses the issue of American support for Israel and donor ethics relating to Jewish donors. Kenny speaks out against the issue of Jewish donors using money for speech. Kenny is joined by Jenin Younes, the legal director for the American‑Arab Anti‑Discrimination Committee. Don't miss this …

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Manufacturing's Future, The Electric Tech Stack, and Automation 56:02

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A Textbook for Western Civilization (with Harvard Prof. James Hankins) 45:58

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In this episode of the Inconvenient Truths podcast, Kenny is joined by Harvard Professor James Hankins, who just published a textbook on Western Civilization called "The Golden Thread." Hankins contends that the teaching of Western civilization should return to primary and secondary education. Hankins offers his textbook as a twenty-first-century t…

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Chris Preble and Emma Ashford: First Among Equals 32:03

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The Strategy Sessions is a limited-run podcast hosted by Emma Ashford, a senior fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program at the Stimson Center. Today, Emma talks with Christopher Preble, the director of the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program. Emma and Chris talk about Emma’s book, First Among Equals. They also discuss wider themes i…

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Jeremy Shapiro: Eat, Pray, Campaign 31:41

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The Strategy Sessions is a limited-run podcast hosted by Emma Ashford, a senior fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program at the Stimson Center. Today, Emma talks with Jeremy Shapiro, the research director at the European Council on Foreign Relations. Emma and Jeremy discuss the end of U.S. unipolarity and what that means for the Americ…

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Jennifer Lind: Progressivism and Prioritization 32:04

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The Strategy Sessions is a limited-run podcast hosted by Emma Ashford, a senior fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program at the Stimson Center. Today, Emma talks with Jennifer Lind, an associate professor of Government at Dartmouth College. Emma and Jenny discuss prioritization, burden shifting, and how a strong progressive grand strat…

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Mohammed Soliman: A Techno-Industrial Strategy 27:07

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The Strategy Sessions is a limited-run podcast hosted by Emma Ashford, a senior fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program at the Stimson Center. Today, Emma talks with Mohammed Soliman, a senior fellow at the Middle East Institute. Emma and Mohammed discuss why American leaders need to focus not only on designing the future – but buildi…

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Julia Gledhill: Nationalization and the Military-Industrial Complex 27:54

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The Strategy Sessions is a limited-run podcast hosted by Emma Ashford, a senior fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program at the Stimson Center. Today, Emma talks with Julia Gledhill, a research analyst with the National Security Reform Program also at the Stimson Center. Emma and Julia discuss the state of the U.S. defense industry, cu…

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Pickup Artists and Assertiveness 52:27

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In this episode of the Inconvenient Truth Podcast, host Kenny Xu tackles relationships. Kenny takes a look at topics like pickup artists and Relationships. Kenny also dives into how the statistics speak to social trends that are starting to be noticed by a substantial number of Americans. Don't miss Kenny's unique perspective on this interesting to…

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Ali Wyne: China Resurgent 35:11

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The Strategy Sessions is a limited-run podcast hosted by Emma Ashford, a senior fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program at the Stimson Center. Today, Emma talks with Ali Wyne, a senior advisor for U.S.-China relations at the International Crisis Group. Emma and Ali discuss the psychological challenges posed by a resurgent China, why a…

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Michael Brenes: After the Age of Trump 29:52

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The Strategy Sessions is a limited-run podcast hosted by Emma Ashford, a senior fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program at the Stimson Center. Today, Emma talks with Michael Brenes, the director of the Brady Johnson Program on Grand Strategy and a lecturer in history at Yale University. Emma and Mike discuss what internationalism migh…

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Sumantra Maitra: The Promise of Germany and the "Europe" Question 31:27

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The Strategy Sessions is a limited-run podcast hosted by Emma Ashford, a senior fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program at the Stimson Center. Today, Emma talks with Sumantra Maitra, a senior writer and director of research at the American Conservative Magazine. They discuss what the future of burden sharing looks like for Europeans, …

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Zack Cooper: Strategic Insolvency and Multipolarity 31:06

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The Strategy Sessions is a limited-run podcast series hosted by Emma Ashford, a senior fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program at the Stimson Center. Emma talks with Zack Cooper, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute about alliances, multipolarity, and the future of U.S. foreign policy, with a focus on the Indo-Pacific.…

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DEI Presumptions and Contradictions (with Corey Walker) 54:46

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In this episode, Kenny is joined by Corey Walker, a reporter for Algemeiner from Chicago. Kenny and Corey discuss how much or little Corey's background affected his trajectory. How he has personally experienced DEI in his life, and the effect that might have had. You don't want to miss Corey's interesting perspective on DEI and other issues.…

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Michael Poznansky: Renovating Liberal Order 31:34

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The Strategy Sessions is a limited-run podcast hosted by Emma Ashford, a senior fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program at the Stimson Center. Today, Emma talks with Michael Poznansky, a professor at the Naval War College.* Emma and Mike discuss how U.S. policy leaders can use lessons from the cold war in today’s strategic environment…

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Michael Beckley: Alliances and Coercion 30:47

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The Strategy Sessions is a limited-run podcast hosted by Emma Ashford, a senior fellow with the Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program at the Stimson Center. Today, Emma talks with Michael Beckley, an associate professor at Tufts University and fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. Emma and Michael discuss whether or not American policymakers…

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The Deaths of Charlie Kirk and Iryna Zarutska 42:20

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In this emergency episode of Inconvenient Truths with Kenny Xu, Kenny and podcast producer Drew DiMeglio discuss the tragic murders of Iryna Zarutska and Charlie Kirk. Kenny and Drew look into the effect of social justice and DEI policies in the brutal murder of Ukrainian refugee Iryna Zarutska. The pair also discusses the reaction to the murder fr…

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Trailer 1:36

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The Reimagining US Grand Strategy Program at the Stimson Center presents The Strategy Sessions podcast, a series that explores the diversity of opinions about the future direction of U.S. foreign policy. At a time when America’s role in the world is contested and unclear, these conversations shed light on the exciting debates happening within the U…

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The State of North Carolina (with Cassie Clark) 54:37

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What does it mean to be a conservative? We might think the answers are found in the American Founding, but blogger and podcaster Cassie Clark gives an intriguing answer: how about love of home and state? In this episode I sit down with Cassie to talk about her eighth-generation North Carolinian heritage, the state of NC's race-blind nature, her tho…

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H1-B Visas, Legal Immigration, and Should America Import Tech Workers? (with Stephen Horn) 59:16

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My guest today is Stephen Horn, an independent journalist who has done real work unpacking where H1-B visa holders go and who they work for, especially in North Carolina. H1-B visa holders teach at public schools, but there have recently been complaints about the failure to understand them. In addition, Stephen covered the story of several white wo…

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Who Profits from AI? 56:07

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In this episode of Econ 102, Noah Smith and explore how AI is reshaping the economy, jobs, business profitability, industry competition, and financing, while drawing historical parallels and offering insights into its broader societal impact. – SPONSORS: Zcash Zcash offers private, encrypted digital money that protects users from AI-powered surveil…

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Running for Congress, Politics, Love, and Legacy in North Carolina 1:06:29

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Kenny starts off Season 3 with a reflection on his recent run for U.S. Congress in North Carolina's 13th U.S. Congressional District, telling stories about his decision, the obstacles he encountered along the way, and what he's learned. He ends the episode with his opinions on North Carolina and the United States' political system.…

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AGI Thought Experiment with Dwarkesh Patel, Noah Smith, and Erik Torenberg | From the a16z Podcast 1:15:55

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In this episode from the a16z Podcast, Dwarkesh Patel, Noah Smith, and Erik Torenberg discuss AGI, exploring how AI might transform labor markets, economic growth, space exploration, and geopolitical dynamics in the coming decades. – SPONSORS: Zcash Zcash offers private, encrypted digital money that protects users from AI-powered surveillance, allo…