When David Axelrod and Mike Murphy get together to talk politics, it’s not academic. They speak from the perspective gained through hundreds of campaigns for offices from City Hall to the White House. So if you want to know what’s really going on behind the scenes, where strategic decisions are being made, pull up a stool for Hacks on Tap. Incisive, sometimes uproarious and always entertaining, these political warhorses and their guests will give you insights you’ll only get from folks who h ...
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David Axelrod Podcasts
David Axelrod, the founder and director of the University of Chicago Institute of Politics, and CNN bring you The Axe Files, a series of revealing interviews with key figures in the political world. Go beyond the soundbites and get to know some of the most interesting players in politics.
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America at a Crossroads is proud to present an esteemed roster of guests and moderators to discuss the state of American democracy and the very real challenges facing it today. Past guests and moderators have included Congressman Adam Schiff, Congresswoman Karen Bass, House Majority Whip James E. Clyburn, Lt. Col. Alex Vindman, Congressman Adam Kinzinger, George F. Will, Patt Morrison, Warren Olney, Madeleine Brand, Bill Kristol, David Axelrod, James Carville, Jonathan Greenblatt, and many more.
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Hosted by CNN's Jake Tapper and Dana Bash, State of the Union features interviews with top newsmakers on politics and policy—covering Washington, the country, and the world.
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Welcome to the Linguava Podcast, the Invisible Profession, where we give you tools, tips, and resources in medical interpretation and translation that help bring to life our profession and ultimately help improve health outcomes for the Limited English Proficient and Deaf and Hard of Hearing community.
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He’s not just the conservative voice at CNN — he’s the last man standing athwart the liberal mob. Delivering the fiery truth. Surrounded. Outnumbered. Still undefeated. Fighting for free speech, Western civilization, and delivering Common Sense for the American People. He's Scott Jennings.
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Half advice show. Half survival guide. Half absurdity-fest. (Wait, how does this work again? We're not numbers people.) Each episode, we answer all your burning questions, from how to survive a public bathroom to how to get close to a panda. When we don't know the answer, which is roughly 92% of the time (again, not numbers people), we bring in overqualified experts to help out. So you'll eventually walk away knowing how to do everything. That's what happens when you're one & a half shows. F ...
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Join Tim Shriver on his quest to find reasons to believe in us — from people we can believe in. Let’s be real: there’s a lot bringing us down. And seemingly endless examples of crisis and division have taken a toll on our spirit. But hang on, because there are extraordinary Americans among us who see it another way. Join me, Tim Shriver, as each week I talk with wise people modeling individual and community change — athletes, parents, experts you might not expect — all united by their abilit ...
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Join veteran City Hall reporter Fran Spielman as she interviews Chicago’s biggest movers and shakers. Each week, Fran sits down with a local leader, politician or policymaker to get the inside scoop on the latest news in Chicago.
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TIME Senior Correspondent Charlotte Alter hosts candid conversations with the people who shape the world, about the forces that shape them. Tune in each Thursday to meet TIME's Person of the Week.
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FIR Podcast Network hosts review books of interest to communicators and marketers
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At the Square is American Public Square at Jewell's (APS) podcast channel. You'll find our series 'Both Sides', Student podcast episodes, and live event recordings. At the Square podcasts cover topics that correspond to APS programs and events while providing context and additional information on the issues. Episodes feature fact-based, civil conversations between experts and APS staff members.
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The Upside with Brad Keywell is a collection of stimulating stories, inspiring guests and thought provoking ideas curated by the endlessly curious mind of our host. The Upside is an exploration of actionable ideas that can transform business, the world, and the way we think. Keywell is a lifelong entrepreneur and co-founder of seven technology companies, a cultural curator of innovation platforms, and a philanthropist. He is the co-founder and CEO of Uptake Technologies, an Industrial AI sof ...
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Thirty Four 50 with host Joseph Dobzynski brings intriguing people down to earth and into the radio waves. Featuring national as well as international guests, Joseph style of a relaxed but impacted session has won rave reviews from interviewees. With a Chicago lounge audio style setting, the guest is right at home and might be sitting right next to you. Take 30 minutes out of your day and listen as host Joseph Dobzynski Sr. brings people from all walks of life into your ears every week. Supp ...
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A five-time Emmy winning SNL comedy writer/producer, joins a four-time #1 NYT bestselling author, a three-time highest-rated national progressive radio host, a two-time Grammy winning artist, and a former US Senator. So, it gets a little crowded in the booth when Al talks public policy and sometimes political comedy with notable guests. Think “The Daily” without the resources of the NYTimes.
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Travel Wisdom Podcast -travel and learn languages for success and money
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Can travel be more than just a fun thing to do? Could it also provide some benefit and learning experiences later in life? I have always thought this and this is why I have relentlessly travelled the world and now have been to over 80 countries. I have always thought that I was planting the seeds of wisdom while in faraway lands. Through experiences with foreign people, cultures, concepts, and ways of doing things I learned much more than anything I could've done while at home. I interview a ...
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Leftist and Chill is the show you never knew you didn't need but still can't live without. Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/daniel-w-simpson/support
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David Axelrod on Chicago Politics, Mayor Johnson's Challenges, and Democratic Party Prospects
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1:03:14In this episode, Fran Spielman interviews David Axelrod, a veteran political consultant turned commentator. The discussion covers a wide range of topics including the struggles of Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson, the upcoming mayoral race, and the challenges facing the Democratic Party on national and local levels. Axelrod shares his insights on key …
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From Opponents to Friends: David Axelrod & Karl Rove on Grief and Why the American People Are Better Than Our Politics
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48:34David Axelrod and Karl Rove are two of the most influential political strategists of our time. Axelrod helped shape President Barack Obama's journey to the White House. Rove was "The Architect" behind President George W. Bush's victories. Their careers were built on defeating people like each other in some of the most bitter, high-stakes political …
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According to new bombshell reporting by the New York Times, Biden did not individually approve each name for the pardons applied to large numbers of people. Scott is joined today by Speaker Mike Johnson and Representative James Comer to discuss. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By Salem Podcast Network
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White House Border Czar Tom Homan, California Sen. Alex Padilla and Texas Congressman Tony Gonzales
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44:46On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash presses White House Border Czar Tom Homan over Trump’s immigration crackdown amid chaotic ICE raids in California. Next, California Sen. Alex Padilla sits down with Dana to respond. Then, Texas Rep. Tony Gonzales joins Dana amid growing calls for accountability after the deadly floods in his state. Finally, CN…
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Dahlia Lithwick on The Godawful SCOTUS Term
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48:54Another devastating term of Trump's Supreme Court has come to a close. There's a lot to be angry about, so we're joined by Dahlia Lithwick, our authority on all things SCOTUS and host of Slate’s podcast, Amicus. Dahlia explains how this Supreme Court is using the "shadow docket" to advance bad policy without full briefings or arguments and how the …
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E.J. Dionne with Madeleine Brand | Code Red: How Progressives and Moderates Can Unite to Save Our Country
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A Big, Beautiful Mess (with Josh Dawsey)
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1:10:54This week, Axe and Murphy are joined by Wall Street Journal political reporter Josh Dawsey, co-author of 2024: How Trump Retook the White House and the Democrats Lost America, just released today. They dig into Dawsey’s reporting, the fallout from Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”, the devastating flash floods in Texas, Biden’s cell phone, spaceships, c…
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Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent, Texas Congressman Joaquin Castro and Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear
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43:49On CNN’s State of the Union, Dana Bash speaks with Texas Rep. Joaquin Castro about the deadly floods ravaging his state. Then, Dana sits down with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent to discuss President Trump’s sweeping domestic policy legislation. They also discuss what will happen when Trump’s 90-day pause on tariffs ends later this week. Next, Ken…
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Marc Elias on Trump’s Authoritarian Second Term
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46:24One of Donald Trump's priorities when he returned to the White House was to target law firms that he felt had wronged him. While some immediately caved to his demands, others fought back... and won. We're joined by Marc Elias, preeminent election lawyer and founder of Democracy Docket, to discuss Trump using his second term to settle personal score…
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Mayor Karen Bass with Patt Morrison | Federal Troops in LA: What Comes Next?
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58:01Karen Bass is the 43rd Mayor of Los Angeles and the first woman and second African American to be elected as the city’s chief executive. Bass previously served in the U.S. House of Representatives from 2011 to 2022 and in the California State Assembly from 2004 to 2010, serving as speaker during her final Assembly term. Patt Morrison has a share of…
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On Call: Life as a Healthcare Interpreter
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20:13What does it take to be a skilled medical interpreter, and what do providers often misunderstand about the role? In this episode of On Call, Linguava CEO David Brackett sits down with Spanish interpreter Ryan Popma for a real-world look into the everyday challenges and insights of healthcare interpreting. Ryan shares: What he wishes providers under…
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All three Hacks together —- a real Fourth of July miracle. They cover Thom Tillis’ resignation, the big, beautiful bill, the New York mayor’s race, Elon’s tweets, kitchen-table economics, rising star Sarah McBride, the Trump monster, the DOGE monster, and more—because nothing says “patriotism” like chaos, crypto, and meat cuts.…
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Ray Long Reflects on a Storied Career in Journalism
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40:04In this episode, Fran Spielman welcomes Ray Long, a recently retired investigative reporter for the Chicago Tribune with over 45 years in journalism. Long discusses his career journey, including his early days covering City Hall with Spielman, memorable stories from his stint as a reporter, and significant events like the turbulent tenure of Mayor …
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Rep. Sen. Katie Britt and Dem. Sen. Mark Warner
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43:31On CNN's State of the Union, Jake Tapper speaks to Republican Senator Katie Britt about the President's domestic policy agenda as it nears its final vote in the Senate. Democratic Senator Mark Warner slams Republicans for supporting this bill while also what he knows about the state of Iran's nuclear program. Finally Republican Rep. Riley Moore, De…
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CNN’s Kasie Hunt on Her Career & Trump II
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50:48We are joined by CNN Anchor and Chief National Affairs Analyst Kasie Hunt for her first time on the podcast! It's a very fun conversation covering her work and what inspired her to follow her passion for journalism. She discusses the early days of her career covering Obama, Congress, and the passage of the Affordable Care Act. We also talk about ho…
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Marc Dunkelman with Larry Mantle | The USA: Why Nothing Is Working And How To Fix It
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WBBM's Craig Dellimore: Reflections on a Legendary Career in Journalism
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37:12In this episode, Fran Spielman interviews Craig Dellimore, now retired City Hall reporter for WBBM News Radio 780. Craig reflects on his 25-year career covering Chicago politics, sharing his experiences from growing up in Jamaica, Queens, to his time working as a copy boy at The New York Times. He also recalls his memories of significant events, su…
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SPECIAL: Scott Jennings joins The Tudor Dixon Podcast
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32:20From the Tudor Dixon podcast: In this episode, Scott Jennings, a senior political commentator on CNN, discusses the role of media in breaking information silos, the radical shift in the Democratic Party, the influence of money in politics, and the impact of COVID-19 on education. He also addresses the accountability of political figures like Randi …
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Redefining Masculinity: Men’s Rites of Passage with Sam Shriver and Alan Jonagan
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1:15:03In the final episode of our four-part Redefining Masculinity series, we turn to one of the oldest tools for transformation: the rite of passage. Across cultures and generations, rites of passage have marked the moment when boys become men—not just physically, but emotionally, spiritually, and communally. But in our modern world, these rituals for m…
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Diplomacy & Dem Primaries (with Senator Elissa Slotkin and Fmr. Amb. Patrick Gaspard)
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1:14:35This week, the Hacks are pulling double duty—two big stories, two top-notch guests. First, Senator Elissa Slotkin—former CIA analyst and Pentagon official—joins to break down U.S. involvement in Iran, Trump’s handling of the strikes, and the rift this is opening inside the Republican Party. Then, the Hacks turn to the city that never sleeps with fo…
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Amb. Dennis Ross with Patt Morrison | Israel in Crisis Briefing #22
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Israeli President Isaac Herzog, Dem. Sen. Adam Schiff and Former Trump National Security Adviser John Bolton
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44:30On CNN's State of the Union, Kasie Hunt speaks to Israeli President Isaac Herzog about the aftermath of the U.S. strikes against Iranian nuclear sites. Democratic Senator Adam Schiff speaks about the congressional response to President Trump’s order to strike Iran arguing the action was "not constitutional." And Trump's former National Security Adv…
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Molly Jong-Fast on her Bestselling Memoir!
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47:15We are joined by Molly Jong-Fast this week to discuss her new book, “How to Lose Your Mother: A Daughter's Memoir.” We've had Molly on the podcast many times, but you've never heard her like this! She discusses growing up in the shadow of her mother, feminist icon Erica Jong, and their relationship over the years. Molly shares stories of her mother…
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Aaron David Miller with Patt Morrison | Israel in Crisis: The Latest Challenges and Shifts
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Redefining Masculinity: How Caring For Boys Emotions Builds Resilient & Healthy Men
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53:27Ruth Whippman grew up with her sister in the UK, attending an all-girls school. In adulthood, when she pictured parenting, she usually pictured parenting a daughter. “My life was so dominated by girls and women, and I think I just had no idea how to parent a boy,” she tells Tim. “And then I had three boys.” Ruth is an author and a journalist by tra…
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Chain Reactionaries (with Maggie Haberman)
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1:07:42This week, the Hacks return amid a whirlwind of headlines and rising tensions. Axe and Murphy are joined by the incomparable Maggie Haberman—Pulitzer Prize-winning journalist and one of the most trusted chroniclers of American politics. The Hacks dig into the escalating conflict in the Middle East, Trump’s abrupt departure from the G7, the drama un…
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Minnesota Sen. Amy Klobuchar, Former Vice President Mike Pence, California Sen. Alex Padilla and Los Angeles Mayor Karen Bass
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47:57On CNN’s State of the Union, Minnesota Senator Amy Klobuchar joins Dana Bash to react to the shocking assassination of a Minnesota state legislator and her husband, as well as the manhunt for the suspect behind the attack. Then, former Vice President Mike Pence joins Dana to discuss the escalating conflict between Israel and Iran. Dana also presses…
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Heather McGhee on Trump’s Wars on DEI and Immigration
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47:59The Trump administration is waging war on DEI. But what does that mean? We ask one of our favorite guests, Heather McGhee, to break down how and why DEI has become such a focus for Trump and his allies. Heather wrote the groundbreaking book “The Sum of Us” and is an expert in economic and social policy. She explains that diversity is the backbone o…
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A Father's Day Special with Mayor Brandon Johnson, Rahm Emanuel, and Congressman Chuy Garcia
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1:05:03In a special Father's Day edition, Sun-Times City Hall reporter Fran Spielman is joined by three notable Chicagoans - Mayor Brandon Johnson, Rahm Emanuel, and Congressman Chuy Garcia - to discuss their fathers and how their relationships with them have shaped their own journeys in fatherhood.By Chicago Sun-Times
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Rachel Barkow with Warren Olney | Justice Abandoned: What Happens When The Supreme Court, The Constitution and The Rule of Law Are Ignored?
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Redefining Masculinity: How This Girl-Dad Influencer Found Himself Through Being a Father
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58:40When he was a kid, Simon Hooper says his dad was a calm, constant presence in his life. “I don't remember him ever raising his voice really,” he tells Tim. That stood in contrast to some of his fathers who acted distant around their kids, begrudgingly picking their kids up from the playground and angrily barking orders. But even though Simon’s dad …
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Executive Disorder (with Marc Short)
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1:07:42This week, Axe and Heilemann are joined by Marc Short—former Chief of Staff to Vice President Mike Pence and Director of Legislative Affairs under President Trump—for a jam-packed conversation. From his front-row seat in the Trump administration, Short reflects on what feels like a political Groundhog Day: National Guard troops on the ground in Cal…
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Rep. Nanette Barragán, Sen. Bernie Sanders, Sen. Markwayne Mullin and Sen. Ron Johnson
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45:56On CNN’s State of Union, Democratic Rep. Nanette Barragán sits down with Dana Bash to react to President Trump’s stunning decision to deploy thousands of National Guard troops to quell immigration protests in her district and elsewhere in Los Angeles County. Then, Independent Sen. Bernie Sanders joins Dana to react to the breaking news and lay out …
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YouTube Sensation David Pakman on The Big, Beautiful Bill and More!
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40:06First time guest David Pakman joins us for this week's show! David is a political commentator and hosts one of the most watched independent progressive programs in the country. With over 3 million YouTube subscribers, David spreads truth and commentary on the devastating impact Donald Trump is having on our country. Al and David kick around news ou…
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