Best currentaffairsunfiltered Podcasts (2025)

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Chaos at the Top, Clarity at the Ballot Box 43:29

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige breaks down a whirlwind month in politics, from Kash Patel’s eyebrow raising private jet habits to Trump’s bulldozing of the East Wing for his own personal ballroom and the wave of pardons that followed. She digs into escalating military activity off the coast of Venezuela, what the latest Electi…

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Are You a Person or a Program? w/ Political Psych with Abby 53:00

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In this episode, Paige and Abby (Political Psych with Abby) unpack the growing intersection of technology, psychology, and politics through the lens of dehumanization. They explore what happens when we start labeling others as “NPCs,” the dangers of the Liar’s Dividend in an AI-saturated world, and how artificial intelligence is reshaping both poli…

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Crisis Management for a Country in Crisis w/ Phil Andrew (IL9) 1:00:09

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In this episode, Paige sits down with Phil Andrew, a gun violence survivor and former FBI agent turned candidate for Illinois’s 9th District, to talk about leadership rooted in trust, accountability, and collaboration. Phil reflects on how his life experiences shaped his commitment to public safety and democracy, emphasizing that thriving communiti…

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Running the Experiment w/ Dylan Blaha (IL13) 56:08

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In this episode, Dylan Blaha, Congressional candidate for Illinois' 13th district, joins Paige to talk about his leap from military service to politics and why he thinks Washington needs fewer career politicians and more public servants. They dig into the realities of running against an incumbent, how money distorts democracy, and what it actually …

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Libs of Northbrook w/ Patrick Hanley (IL SD-9) 45:19

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Meet Patrick Hanley. Northbrook native, community organizer, and newly minted target of Chaya Raichik’s online outrage machine. In this conversation, Patrick discusses his background growing up in Northbrook, Illinois, and how it shaped his vision for public service. He emphasizes the importance of state politics, grassroots organizing, and communi…

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Books, Not Bombs, and the Nerve to Run w/ Bushra Amiwala (IL9) 36:26

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Paige sits down with Bushra Amiwala, congressional candidate for Illinois' 9th district as she shares her journey as a young political leader, discussing her experiences running for office, the importance of integrity in campaigning, and her commitment to community-driven policies. She emphasizes the need for educational reform through her 'Books N…

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A Love Letter to Everyone Who Showed Up 25:52

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, host Paige shares her firsthand experience at the nationwide No Kings protest on October 18th, 2025, a day that reignited hope and solidarity across millions of Americans. Paige reflects on the power of collective action and what it felt like to stand shoulder to shoulder with people who refuse to acce…

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The Entry Level Extinction w/ Karen Boyd 57:18

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Paige sits down with Karen Boyd, the director of research at the Policy & Innovation Center, for a conversation about the rise of artificial intelligence: what it is, what it isn’t, and why it’s reshaping the way we live and work. Together, they unpack AI’s basic principles and cut through common misconceptions that fuel both hype and fear. The dis…

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Some Assembly Required 38:49

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Lets get messy! (literally). In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered Paige tries to hold together her own thoughts while everything unravels. First: a government shutdown but maybe not the typical gridlock story. Then: Trump has deployed Texas National Guard troops into Illinois, and attempted to do the same in Portland injecting the military…

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Run Against the Machine w/ Kevin Ryan, Illinois Candidate for U.S. Senate 1:09:24

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In this conversation, Kevin Ryan, candidate for one of Illinois' Senate seats, discusses his motivations for running for the U.S. Senate, emphasizing the need for a hard reset in the Democratic Party following Trump's presidency. He highlights the challenges faced by outsiders in politics, the importance of campaign finance reform, and the need for…

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Understanding the Fallout from Charlie Kirk's Assassination 39:25

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In this episode, Paige discusses the assassination of Charlie Kirk, exploring the political and social ramifications of the event. Make no mistake, we are on the precipice of something scary, and it's okay to admit that. She delves into the reactions from both sides of the political spectrum, the role of social media in amplifying extremist views, …

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Redistricting, Races, and Realities w/ Matthew Adams, Candidate for California's 9th Assembly District 59:28

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In this conversation, Matthew Adams, Democratic candidate for California's 9th assembly district, shares his journey into politics, discussing his motivations for running for the California Assembly and the challenges he faces as a candidate. He emphasizes the importance of community engagement, the complexities of navigating local and national pol…

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Protection Revoked 36:48

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige discusses the recent deployment of the National Guard in (potentially) Chicago and Washington D.C., the beating of a dead horse surrounding Trump's obsession with voter ID and mail-in voting policies, and significant changes in CDC leadership affecting vaccine policies. The conversation highlight…

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Unlearning the Right Lessons w/ Caroline (@babyblue.tx) 1:08:10

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In this conversation, former Turning Point USA Staffer Caroline sits down with Paige and shares her journey from growing up in a conservative household in Texas and working for TPUSA to becoming a progressive. She discusses the early influences that shaped her political beliefs, her experiences with Turning Point USA, and the ideological crisis she…

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You Just Got Gerrymandered! 35:42

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This episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered dives deep into the topic of gerrymandering, exploring its historical roots, techniques, and modern implications. Paige discusses the ongoing political battles surrounding redistricting, particularly in Texas and California as Greg/Trump and Gavin Newsom duke it out, and highlights the consequences of gerr…

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Diplomacy Isn't a Dirty Word w/ Danielle Reiff 1:11:12

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In this conversation, Danielle Reiff, a retired US diplomat, shares her extensive experience in democracy promotion and peacebuilding. She discusses misconceptions about USAID, the impact of its work on global stability, and the importance of development diplomacy. Reiff emphasizes the need for better communication about USAID's role and the long-t…

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What Happened in Palm Beach: Epstein's Rise and Fall 31:34

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige delves into the complex and troubling story of Jeffrey Epstein, exploring his rise from humble beginnings to becoming a powerful figure entangled in a web of sexual abuse and political connections. The conversation covers Epstein's early life, his financial empire, the allegations against him, th…

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Not Your Grandpa's PAC w/ Adam Bishop 50:48

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige sits down with Adam, founder of Just Future Fund, a progressive super PAC with an unconventional mission: to flip the political system on its head by using its own tools against it. Together, they unpack the murky world of campaign finance—explaining the difference between PACs, super PACs, and d…

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The Big Beautiful Backslide 30:02

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige discusses a range of topics including the devastating floods in Texas and the tragedy at Camp Mystic, the complexities of US-Iran relations and military actions, the implications of the recent One Big Beautiful Bill, significant Supreme Court decisions affecting federal workforce policies, and co…

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From The Front of The Classroom w/ Sam Smeaton 56:14

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In this conversation, Paige and Sam Smeaton, a public school teacher and host of his own podcast ‘All The Things That Matter’, discuss the multifaceted challenges facing public education today, particularly in the wake of COVID-19. They explore the struggles teachers face, including workload, compensation, and the need for support staff. The discus…

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No Kings, Plenty of Clowns 29:46

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Oh boy... In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige discusses a range of pressing political issues, including Donald Trump's military parade, public protests against presidential power grabs, the alarming rise in political violence, and the implications for civil liberties. She also addresses the youth unemployment crisis and Trump's con…

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The Truth Isn't Trending w/ Jenny Abamu 56:06

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige sits down with journalist and author Jenny Abamu to unpack the tangled mess that is truth in today’s media landscape. They dig into how journalism shapes national memory, why misinformation spreads like wildfire, and what happens when headlines chase clicks instead of facts. From the pressures of…

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One Big Beautiful Disaster 31:47

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige returns from Europe with fresh perspective. She dives into the so-called “One Big Beautiful Bill,” unpacking the backlash from Elon Musk, the chaos it’s stirred on the Hill, and Marjorie Taylor Greene’s proud refusal to read it. Paige also breaks down Senator Joni Ernst’s grim take on Medicaid cu…

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Fascism Drives a Truck Now w/ Anthony Vernon 45:07

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In this episode, Paige is joined by professor, philosopher and writer Anthony David Vernon for a wide-ranging conversation on the quiet evolution of fascism in contemporary culture. They explore how fascist ideologies are increasingly "disguised". Co-opting everything from AI and internet aesthetics to nostalgic pop culture and traditional values. …

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No Medicaid No Due Process No Problem! 37:08

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige unpacks a whirlwind of political headlines, starting with President Biden’s recent cancer diagnosis and the media frenzy that followed. She dives into Trump’s ongoing assault on regulation and accountability, the chaos surrounding the latest budget bill, and the high-stakes debate over birthright…

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The Commute Free Controversy w/ Brittany Rastsmith 50:53

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige and Brittany Rastsmith, founder of Bloom Remote, unpack the politics of remote work—how it became a cultural battleground, what it says about worker autonomy, and why the debate goes far beyond productivity. From the historical roots of labor control to the modern media narratives fueling office …

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Rubio's Resume Just Says "Yes" 44:15

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Paige dives into the latest swirl of political absurdity and serious concern. From Karoline Leavitt’s meltdown over price transparency at checkout to Trump’s partisan purge of the Holocaust Memorial Council. Paige breaks down Canada’s surprising election swing, a new U.S. - Ukraine minerals deal, and the bizarre proposal to reopen Alcatraz. She als…

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Follow The Money, Lose The Plot w/ Dan McMillan 47:18

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Let's talk money... In this conversation, Paige chats with Dan McMillan, the founder of Save Democracy in America, and discusses the urgent need for campaign finance reform in the United States, emphasizing the failure of the current political system and the overwhelming influence of money in politics. He introduces the concept of 'voter dollars' a…

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Nancy Mace Thinks Democracy is Harassment 45:42

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige runs through the whirlwind of headlines from the past two weeks. From the latest twists in the Kilmar Abrego Garcia case and the threat of more El Salvador gulags, to governors and universities pushing back on Trump’s agenda—and yes, the most absurd space flex yet: Blue Origin. We’ll unpack the r…

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The Cult of Us and Collective Narcissism w/ Political Psych With Abby 53:03

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This week Abby (Political Psych with Abby) and Paige are talking collective narcissism. Abby delves into the concept of collective narcissism, exploring its definition, manifestations in political movements, and its implications for social identity and behavior. The discussion highlights the differences between collective narcissism and related con…

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From Tariffs to Tantrums 38:25

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It's not all bad news this week... In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige discusses a range of pressing political issues, including the ongoing Signalgate controversy which now includes G-Mail, Elon Musk's political loss and a big win in Wisconsin, Cory Booker's record breaking speech, and the implications of Trump's tariffs on the ec…

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From Doomscrolling to Doing: How Overlap is Changing Political Engagement w/ Katya 52:49

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige is joined by Katya, the co-founder of Overlap—the app that's making civic engagement way less confusing and a lot more personal. We'll talk about how a couple of 23-year-olds decided they were done feeling politically hopeless and built a tool to fix it. Katya shares how Overlap is helping users …

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The Art of the Group Chat 39:01

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SignalGate from Start to Finish... This week on Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige dives into THE news story of the week: when members of the Trump administration accidentally added The Atlantic Editor-in-Chief, Jeffrey Goldberg, to their Signal group chat discussing attack plans on Yemen and the Houthis. We’ll break down Goldberg’s reporting, go th…

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Schumer Folds, Musk Trolls, and Trump Plans Control 42:18

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige covers the Twitter feud between Elon Musk and Senator Mark Kelly, the U.S. landing on a human rights watch list, Trump's threats to free speech, Tim Walz's call for Democrats to take a more aggressive stance, Chuck Schumer's not so compromise with Republicans, and the controversial use of archaic…

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Vouchers, Villains, and the War on Public Schools w/ Jasmine Bolton 52:08

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In this episode, Paige sits down with Jasmine Bolton to unpack the ongoing attacks on public education, from efforts to eliminate the Department of Education to the growing push for school vouchers. They break down common misconceptions about the Department’s role, the real impact of vouchers on educational equity, and how these policies disproport…

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The White House Press Pass Hunger Games 38:24

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige dives into the most bizarre and significant stories from the past two weeks, including Elon Musk's controversial email to government employees, the White House's manipulation of press access, and the chaotic dynamics among popular MAGA influencers. The episode also covers Trump's tumultuous meeti…

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Dating Across Party Lines w/ Political Psych With Abby 51:01

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In today’s polarized world, dating across party lines can feel more impossible than ever. But has it always been this way? In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige and Abby dive into the challenges, contradictions, and surprising dynamics of political differences in relationships. We explore how ideology shapes attraction, how people na…

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40 Acres, a Mule And a Coup 34:47

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**literally 2 hours after I recorded this, Gov. Kathy Hochul came out saying she would not be dismissing Eric Adams so please take that section with a grain of salt** Everyone be quiet, Elon Musk's kid told Trump to shut his mouth. In this episode, Paige discusses the last two weeks in the news. The conversation covers a range of topics including T…

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Are We Really Talking About Politics? w/ Rafael Holmberg 46:51

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In this conversation, Paige and Rafael Holmberg take a philosophical lens to the complexities of the political landscape surrounding Donald Trump. They explore the evolution of Trump’s persona from a farcical figure to a serious political player, the implications of populism in contemporary politics, and the paradoxes within Trump’s support base. T…

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The U.S. Is Not Alright: Trump’s Chaotic First Two Weeks 36:37

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The kids are certainly not alright after the last two weeks. In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige breaks down some of the most pressing political developments from the last two weeks. From Elon Musk’s growing influence in government to Trump’s unsettling plans for Guantanamo Bay and Oklahoma’s latest legislative moves, no topic is o…

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What’s an Economy? w/ Dr. Robert Koopman 58:02

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Paige is joined by Dr. Robert (Bob) Koopman, renowned economist and former Chief Economist of the World Trade Organization, to break down the basics of today’s global economy. Together, they revisit fundamental economic concepts, explore how they apply to current issues like inflation, labor market shi…

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Dictator On Day 1: Trump’s First Day In Office 19:16

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Ok so he's back... We’re diving into the whirlwind of executive actions that marked Donald Trump’s first full day back in the Oval Office. From reinstating controversial policies to introducing sweeping new measures, these decisions set the tone for the next chapter of Trump’s presidency. We’ll break down key actions like the unbanning of TikTok, t…

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Bad Girls Club but it’s Congress 29:58

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Alright lets get into it. This week we're were covering a variety of stories over the past few weeks: Mike Johnson retains the speakership, Deb Fischer’s Husband and Karen Pence snub their enemies, Trump’s Expansionist vision for Greenland, Panama and Canada, Amy Coney Barrett has fallen from the grace of MAGA, The Trump team explicitly asks NSC st…

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Cognitive Dissonance and Politics w/ Dr. Wendy Jacobson 47:30

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In this episode of Current Affairs Unfiltered, Dr. Wendy Jacobson joins Paige for a compelling discussion on cognitive dissonance in politics. Together, they delve into the psychological mechanisms that shape the beliefs and behaviors of Trump supporters, exploring the nuanced answer to the question, "Why does my family act like that?" Dr. Jacobson…

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Welcome to Current Affairs Unfiltered 2:13

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Welcome to Current Affairs Unfiltered. Learn more about the show, Paige's story and what we're going to talk about. This is a public episode. If you would like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit paigefullman.substack.comBy Paige

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