Best Jon Tester Podcasts (2025)

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Statute of Limitations

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On this mini episode of Grounded, we unpack the indictment of former FBI Director James Comey and its implications. Why now? What’s next? Plus, with the looming possibility of another government shutdown, there's new pressure from the Trump administration to make a deal. We breakdown what it all means.…

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Ep. #708: Aidan Walker, Rep. Nancy Mace, Michael Smerconish 58:49

4m ago58:49

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Bill’s guests are Aidan Walker, Rep. Nancy Mace, Michael Smerconish (Originally aired 9/26/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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I&I - Where are the role models? 30:09

4h ago30:09

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.anewanglepodcast.com This week is the September edition of Incentives & Instincts, a recurring series in which Justin speaks with economist and friend, Bryce Ward, about some of the broader challenges facing our society. The two talk role models this month, a topic that’s come up sev…

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Overtime – Episode #707: Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV), Alex Wagner 13:48

1d ago13:48

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Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 9/19/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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New Rules 34:51

1d ago34:51

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Former VP of the Pentagon Press Association Kevin Baron joins Grounded to discuss new restrictions on journalists covering the Pentagon. What does this mean for national security? What does this mean for your access to real information? How about the future of a free press? We unpack it all, including new pressure from the Trump administration to p…

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Ep. #707: WH Border Czar Tom Homan, Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV), Alex Wagner 59:27

4d ago59:27

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Bill’s guests are WH Border Czar Tom Homan, Sen. Joe Manchin (D-WV), Alex Wagner (Originally aired 9/19/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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USFS Ecologist Dean Pearson on the threat to pollinators 29:40

6d ago29:40

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This week’s guest is Dean Pearson, research ecologist with the United States Forest Service. Dean and his colleagues recently developed the urban pollinator matrix, a model municipalities and citizens can use to help threatened pollinators recover. In this episode, Dean and Justin discuss pollinator decline, some of the findings of the urban pollin…

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Bright Future 46:39

9d ago46:39

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Independent journalist + influencer Aaron Parnas joins Grounded to talk about his unique approach to news, which appeals to audiences young and old. He offers viewpoints on Trump, civics education, Ukraine and his future aspirations. How do we reach the younger generations? How do we fight against social media algorithms? Plus, what Parnas sees as …

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Overtime – Episode #706: Ben Shapiro, Tim Alberta 20:10

8d ago20:10

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Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 9/12/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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Ep. #706: Charlie Sheen, Tim Alberta, Ben Shapiro 1:00:01

11d ago1:00:01

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Bill’s guests are Charlie Sheen, Tim Alberta, Ben Shapiro (Originally aired 9/12/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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A Watershed Moment 36:59

12d ago36:59

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Is this really where the United States of America is right now? In a press conference Friday morning, Utah Gov. Spencer Cox called what we’re living through a “watershed moment.” JT & MG share thoughts on Charlie Kirk’s murder after the political assassination of Speaker Emerita Melissa Hortman in Minnesota this summer. Where do we go from here as …

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LIVE: This Didn't Happen by Accident - Stories of Conservation 44:52

13d ago44:52

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This week we’re sharing a special live recording of our recent event - This Didn’t Happen By Accident: Stories of Intention on the Land - hosted by Five Valleys Land Trust at the Line Ranch outside of Missoula. Justin moderated a panel discussion about conservation success stories in Montana with authors Donna Erickson, Bruce Bugbee, and Greg Tolle…

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Ever Green 49:58

17d ago49:58

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Former Washington Gov. Jay Inslee says you should hold on to your hats… because an AI-driven increase in energy demand combined with federal policies could mean a big hit to your bottom line. Inslee discusses his new work with Climate Power in an effort to hold the federal government accountable for policies he says will lead to even higher energy …

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Overtime – Episode #705: Kaitlan Collins, Steven Pinker, Stephen Moore 15:30

15d ago15:30

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Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 9/5/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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Ep. #705: Steven Pinker, Kaitlan Collins, Stephen Moore 1:01:59

18d ago1:01:59

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Bill’s guests are Steven Pinker, Kaitlan Collins, Stephen Moore (Originally aired 9/5/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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Lura Forcum gives independent voters a voice 28:38

20d ago28:38

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This week’s guest is Lura Forcum, president of the Independent Center, a nonprofit organization dedicated to giving politically independent Americans a stronger voice in elections. Lura and her colleagues conduct research and outreach to better understand the many Americans who don’t align with either major political party. In this episode, Lura ta…

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Represent 1:00:21

23d ago1:00:21

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Rep. Jasmine Crockett of Texas brings her trademark wit to Grounded and talks about new revelations over the Epstein files. We unravel plans to send National Guard troops to more U.S. cities and why she thinks the average American needs to better understand the difference between police training and military training. Plus, the president’s health, …

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No Shot 48:29

28d ago48:29

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Dr. Michael Osterholm joins Grounded to talk about why he says these are the most dangerous days for public health that he’s seen in his 50-year career. “We will never forget this. It will be before and after, much like BC/AD in terms of what public health is about,” Osterholm said. We talk about the recent exodus at the CDC, the future of vaccine …

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I&I - Conscientiousness in decline 31:57

27d ago31:57

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.anewanglepodcast.com This week is our August edition of Incentives & Instincts, a recurring series in which Justin speaks with economist and friend Bryce Ward about some of the broader challenges facing our society. It is back to school season and phones remain a hot topic in public …

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A Woman’s Place is in the House... and the Senate 56:27

1M ago56:27

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“We have more millionaires in Congress than we have moms. There are three times more men named John in the Senate than there are moms of minor children, and this is why our policies fail women in this country, why they fail children in this country and Vote Mama is is here to change that.” That’s what Vote Mama founder and CEO Liuba Grechen Shirley…

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Overtime – Episode #704: Andrew Huberman, Frank Bruni, Christopher Rufo 22:03

29d ago22:03

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Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 8/22/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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Ep. #704: Andrew Huberman, Frank Bruni, Christopher Rufo 1:00:22

1M ago1:00:22

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Bill’s guests are Andrew Huberman, Frank Bruni, Christopher Rufo (Originally aired 8/22/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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Law Enforcement and Behavioral Health with Theresa Williams 28:47

1M ago28:47

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This week's guest is Theresa Williams, crisis intervention team program manager for Missoula. CIT programs bring together law enforcement, mental health professionals, advocates and other partners to improve community response to mental health crises. Theresa has a deep background in social work and has worked in the behavioral health space for ove…

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Always Looking for Minnesota 1:06:25

1M ago1:06:25

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"If my column really had an accurate name, it would be called ‘Always looking for Minnesota." NYT columnist and three-time Pulitzer Prize winner Thomas Friedman joins JT & MG to chat about foreign policy, how growing up in St. Louis Park, Minnesota shaped his political worldview, and the recent Trump administration move that gives him fear about th…

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Overtime – Episode #703: Thomas Chatterton Williams, Molly Jong-Fast, Walter Kirn 14:25

1M ago14:25

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Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 8/15/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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JT squared 52:37

1M ago52:37

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As Politico wrote Friday, “the Senate map suddenly looks a lot better for Democrats. But still not a slam dunk.” Democratic Iowa state Rep. Josh Turek sure hopes so, as he just announced his candidacy for the Senate seat currently held by Republican Sen. Joni Ernst. You may have seen his splashy campaign launch video in which he crawls up stairs to…

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Ep. #703: Thomas Chatterton Williams, Molly Jong-Fast, Walter Kirn 59:50

1M ago59:50

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Bill’s guests are Thomas Chatterton Williams, Molly Jong-Fast, Walter Kirn (Originally aired 8/15/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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Andrew Light on the practice of philosophy 28:33

1M ago28:33

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This week Justin speaks with Andrew Light, distinguished professor of philosophy, public policy and atmospheric science at George Mason University. Andrew has also served in the highest levels of U.S. Government, most recently as the Assistant Secretary of Energy for International Affairs at the U. S. Department of Energy. Andrew recently visited t…

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Texas Two-Step 1:06:37

2M ago1:06:37

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As the fight over redistricting in Texas threatens to explode in states across the country, we dig into what’s ahead with former Housing and Urban Development Sec. Julian Castro, who also once served as the mayor of San Antonio. How far does this fight over gerrymandering go? What does it mean for the rest of the country? How will it impact the 202…

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Overtime – Episode #702: Dr. Phil & Stephen A. Smith 16:10

1M ago16:10

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Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 8/8/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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Ep. #702: George F. Will, Stephen A. Smith, Dr. Phil 1:00:46

2M ago1:00:46

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Bill’s guests are George F. Will, Stephen A. Smith, Dr. Phil (Originally aired 8/8/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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The value of international education with UM’s Gillian Glaes and Peter Baker 28:54

2M ago28:54

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This week Justin speaks with Gillian Glaes and Peter Baker about the value of international experiences and perspectives. Gillian directs the University of Montana’s Franke Global Leadership Initiative, and Peter directs international programs at the Mansfield Center. Together, these two play a significant role in shaping the international experien…

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Overtime – Episode #701: Rep. Jason Crow, James Kirchick 13:39

2M ago13:39

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Bill Maher and his guests answer viewer questions after the show. (Originally aired 8/1/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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Work Truck 1:03:46

2M ago1:03:46

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Former Republican Rep. Joe Walsh joins JT & MG to hash out the headlines over coffee. We talk about his transition from a moderate Republican to a Tea Party activist to an Independent and now, a Democrat. Plus, his proposal for a national strike to fight back against the Trump administration, his frustration with lawmakers, and his pitch for a Test…

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Ep. #701: Tristan Harris, Rep. Jason Crow, James Kirchick 1:00:52

2M ago1:00:52

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Bill’s guests are Tristan Harris, Rep. Jason Crow, James Kirchick (Originally aired 8/1/25) Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoicesBy HBO Podcasts

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The Other List 1:06:56

2M ago1:06:56

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The headlines about Jeffrey Epstein keep coming and we asked high-profile attorney Gloria Allred to help us unpack what’s happening. Gloria has represented dozens of Epstein’s survivors. What about that list? When did the allegations first come on her radar? How are the survivors holding up with so much renewed focus on Epstein and his convicted ac…

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I&I - A.I.: A force for good? 38:56

2M ago38:56

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Today is the July edition of Incentives & Instincts, a recurring series in which Justin speaks with economist and friend Bryce Ward about some of the broader challenges facing our society. This episode is a continuation of last month’s conversation on artificial intelligence and its impact on our quality of life. In this conversation, Justin and Br…

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The Art of the... Distraction 1:08:33

2M ago1:08:33

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As pressure mounts over the Epstein files, the Trump administration is leaning on an old target: former President Barack Obama. Ned Price, who served in various government roles related to national security and diplomacy, joins Grounded to discuss the latest accusations of treason being thrown at Obama from the Trump administration related to Russi…

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In Our Defense... 1:07:25

2M ago1:07:25

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How can the U.S. government best fund our military and defense? It’s not just a political issue—it’s a national security issue. On this episode dedicated to our defense budget and national security, we’re joined by former Navy Under Secretary Erik Raven and Kate Käufer, both of whom served as advisers to Jon Tester when he served as Chair of the Se…

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Dr. Reed Humphrey on higher education, part two 28:53

2M ago28:53

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This week Justin speaks with Dr. Reed Humphrey, who has held almost every academic position at the University of Montana. In part two of this two-part episode, Justin presses Reed on the tenuous nature of the provost position at UM. Reed talks about the pros of interdisciplinary initiatives and the importance of stability and institutional knowledg…

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List? What List? 1:06:57

2M ago1:06:57

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The focus on the Epstein files continues to intensify, despite President Trump trying to talk about literally anything else (enter the Washington Commanders). Longtime political analyst and independent journalist Chris Cillizza joins JT & MG to discuss what this means for MAGA as loyalists start saying things like, “Dangling bits of red meat no lon…

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Dr. Reed Humphrey on higher education, part one 28:58

2M ago28:58

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This week Justin speaks with Dr. Reed Humphrey, who sits at the threshold of retirement after a long and winding academic career. Reed has held nearly every academic position possible at the University of Montana, and there’s not much he hasn’t seen. Reid reached out to Justin and asked if he would be interested in kicking the tires of higher educa…

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Make it Rain 1:07:37

2M ago1:07:37

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Former Trump “fixer” Michael Cohen joined JT & MG for an unfiltered live conversation about the Jeffrey Epstein files, the fracture inside MAGA and what Donald Trump’s end game. The chat became lively many times, including when talking about Congress, beef with both political parties and the idea of a town hall in Butte, America.…

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We’ll Do it Live 54:29

2M ago54:29

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Ryan Busse, a former firearms executive who ran for governor in Montana, joined JT & MG for a live coffee chat about the big headlines from over the weekend. FEMA, fury over Epstein, cuts to medicaid, public lands, immigration… we hit on a lot. Here’s a spoiler: Tester says Congress needs to do its job. This episode was recorded live on the morning…

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Paul Reichert on supporting small businesses in southwest Montana 29:39

3M ago29:39

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This week Justin talks with Paul Reichert, CEO of Prospera, a nonprofit economic development organization focused on southwest Montana. Paul explains Prospera’s role helping small businesses as a “navigator and problem solver,” discusses some of the challenges facing the nonprofit — like financing infrastructure and community development projects —…

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With Friends Like This 1:12:10

3M ago1:12:10

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Everyone’s favorite Senate bromance reunites for this lively episode of Grounded. Despite repeatedly saying he doesn’t like Jon Tester, Sen. Cory Booker joins us to chat about the vibe in the U.S. Senate, the record-breaking filibuster, and what it will take to win as a Democrat in 2026. Booker talks about his efforts to be more creative when it co…

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Eli and AI - One student's relationship with Artificial Intelligence 29:43

3M ago29:43

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In this week’s episode, Justin speaks with a former student, Eli, about his journey establishing a relationship with artificial intelligence. Eli turned to Chat GPT to help him with school, in social situations and while working on figuring out his life. He talks to Justin about how he uses Chat GPT as a sounding board and considers it something th…

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Treason...? 1:02:21

3M ago1:02:21

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Nothing was off limits in this episode with Miles Taylor, who was once a part of the Trump administration and was later exposed as the author of a 2018 NYT op-ed under the pen name, “Anonymous.” We talked about Taylor’s initial concerns working for Trump 1.0, what’s different in Trump 2.0, retribution for even associating with dissenters and more. …

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Pistol Pete 48:47

3M ago48:47

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As the Senate participates in a “vote-a-rama,” we unpack what’s happening with former Sec. of Transportation Pete Buttigieg, including his top three issues with the “Big, Beautiful Bill.” How does Mayor Pete stay engaged AND grounded? Plus, the announcement from Sen. Thom Tillis that he’s not running for reelection, air travel concerns and the 2028…

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Citizens Divided 37:05

3M ago37:05

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An episode dedicated to the Citizens United decision of 2010 and its impacts on the way our political system works today. It’s estimated the campaign spending in former Sen. Tester’s most recent 2024 race neared $300 million, a huge departure from the $27.5 million spent during his first Senate race in 2006. We talk with the president of End Citize…