Best Matt Taibbi Podcasts (2025)

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8/8/25 Matt Taibbi on the Damning New Details about Russiagate 1:00:01

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Download Episode. Matt Taibbi returns to the show to run through some of the new information we’ve learned about the origins of Russiagate. Discussed on the show: “No Doubt Left: Russiagate Was a Cover-Up” (Ra…

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Matt Taibbi on the TRUTH Behind Russiagate 51:24

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Matt Taibbi (author, investigative journalist, and publisher, Racket News) joins Chris Cuomo to dig into the unanswered questions surrounding the FBI’s surveillance of the Trump campaign, the origins of the Steele dossier, and what he sees as parallels to Watergate and the WMD scandal. They debate whether any crimes will be proven, the role of the …

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Guest Host Jeffrey Tucker Interviews Tom Harrington 1:30:02

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Jeffrey Tucker, substituting for Trish Woods, speaks with author/scholar Tom Harrington about the treason of the experts. Their dark arts have long been painted with the veneer of science that is being exposed each day. The Covid experience revealed all: crazy plans that ended only in a big marketing push by powerful industries in league with gover…

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8/28/25 Mark Lynch on Why He’s Running to Unseat Lindsey Graham 29:56

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Download Episode. Scott brings Mark Lynch, who’s running to take Lindsey Graham’s Senate seat, about his campaign, his motivation for running, his stance on Israel and his chances for victory. Discussed on the…

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America This Week, August 29, 2025: "Everyone in Minnesota Has Gone Crazy" 2:05:09

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.racket.news Mass murder is one thing, but misgendering is apparently the real crime. Plus, wrapping up "That Hideous Strength" by C.S. LewisBy Matt Taibbi and Walter Kirn

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Fascist Israeli Minister Taunts Palestine’s Mandela 52:54

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Chris Cuomo CHALLENGES the AOC Deepfake Narrative 37:54

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Chris Cuomo responds to a new round of listener calls and viewer comments, including allegations of Donald Trump’s ties to Jeffrey Epstein, questions about sanctions on Russia, and concerns from veterans about the state of the VA. He also addresses faith-driven messages, criticism over an AOC deepfake post, and comments on his interviews with Tucke…

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8/22/25 William Van Wagenen on the CIA’s Covert War to Remake the Middle East 1:17:08

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Download Episode. Scott brings William Van Wagenen on to talk about his new book Creative Chaos: Inside the CIA’s Covert War to Topple the Syrian Government. They talk about why Wagenen was first drawn to the …

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America This Week Monday Live Show 8/25/25 2:04:07

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A recording from Monday night’s live video This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.racket.news/subscribeBy Matt Taibbi and Walter Kirn

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Why Democrats Are Handing Trump a WIN in DC 39:31

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Chris Cuomo takes on Trump’s move to declare an emergency in Washington, D.C., arguing that Democrats risk losing ground when they appear to dismiss real problems like crime, affordability, and immigration simply because they oppose Trump’s solutions. Cuomo stresses that ignoring grievances only alienates the majority of voters.He unpacks why tarif…

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Russia's Sergey Lavrov VERSUS NBC's Kristen Welker | Useful Idiots Monday Mourning 1:13:08

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For $6 a month, become a Useful Idiot! Get extended interviews, Thursday Throwdowns, and bonus content at http://usefulidiotspodcast.com Or find us on Locals at http://usefulidiots.locals.com Katie Halper and Aaron Maté go over the worst moments of the Sunday morning news shows that they watch so you don’t have to. If it's Monday Morning, it's #mon…

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Guest Host Jeffrey Tucker Interviews Cooper Davis 1:57:45

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There's a new voice behind the microphone this week! Frequent guest and close friend of Trish, Jeffrey Tucker is leading the show to sound the alarm on the rising medicalization and chemicalization of everything. Joined by one of his colleagues at the Brownstone Institute, Cooper Davis, the two explore why during the Covid pandemic so many had fait…

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America This Week, August 22, 2025: "Is the New York Times a Government-in-Exile?" 2:07:06

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From journalism icon to daily newsletter of an ousted micro-minority, the Times has taken quite a journey. Also, "That Hideous Strength," by CS Lewis This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit www.racket.news/subscribeBy Matt Taibbi and Walter Kirn

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Trump’s Plan: Genocide in Gaza, Peace with Putin? 1:00:44

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Click here for the full interview with Professor Richard Sakwa and Dr. Omar Abdel-Mannan: https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/trumps-plan-genocide-in-gaza-peace?r=je5va&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false Help Dr. Omar's foundation: https://www.healthworkers4palestine.com/ You can go to our sponsor https://aura.com/usefulidi…

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Chris Cuomo RIPS Trump’s DC Takeover as Political Theater 1:04:33

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Donald Trump has declared a crime emergency in Washington, D.C., invoking federal power to take temporary control of the city’s police force. Chris Cuomo breaks down what this move really means — why it may resonate with voters who like a show of force, and why Democrats risk losing the argument if they frame it the wrong way. Chris explores whethe…

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Chris Cuomo and Benny Johnson CLASH Over Trump’s Legacy 1:35:08

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Benny Johnson (political commentator and host, “The Benny Show”) joins Chris Cuomo for a raw and often combative conversation about politics, media, and the future of the country. From pandemic hindsight to Trump’s political legacy, Cuomo and Johnson clash over freedom, responsibility, and how America should remember its leaders. The discussion als…

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8/15/25 Matt Wolfson on the People Funding the Attacks on Thomas Massie 1:06:10

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Download Episode. Matt Wolfson joins Scott to discuss an article he wrote recently that dove into the specific groups funding the campaign to oust Thomas Massie from Congress. Scott and Wolfson talk about and …

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8/15/25 Matt Wolfson on the People Funding the Attacks on Thomas Massie 1:06:24

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Matt Wolfson joins Scott to discuss an article he wrote recently that dove into the specific groups funding the campaign to oust Thomas Massie from Congress. Scott and Wolfson talk about and name the handful of individuals who are funding these groups and discuss the broader network that works to keep Israel’s interests at the heart of US foreign p…

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Marco Rubio SHAMED for Russia-Ukraine War Hypocrisy | Useful Idiots Monday Mourning 1:13:01

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See Aaron and Katie at Icarus Fest in NJ on August 23: https://www.icarusfest.com/ For $6 a month, become a Useful Idiot! Get extended interviews, Thursday Throwdowns, and bonus content at http://usefulidiotspodcast.com Or find us on Locals at http://usefulidiots.locals.com Katie Halper and Aaron Maté go over the worst moments of the Sunday morning…

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8/15/25 Larry Johnson on the Trump-Putin Summit 1:08:31

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Download Episode. Scott interviews Larry Johnson about the meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska. Although they spoke hours before the actual meeting took place, Scott and Johnson discussed the wider conte…

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8/15/25 Larry Johnson on the Trump-Putin Summit 1:08:45

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Scott interviews Larry Johnson about the meeting between Trump and Putin in Alaska. Although they spoke hours before the actual meeting took place, Scott and Johnson discussed the wider context and likely consequences of this meeting. Discussed on the show: “The Putin Trump Summit: A Triumph for Putin, A Disaster for the Neocons” (Sonar21) Larry C.…

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Guest Jacquie Bynon Producer 1:41:38

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Two successful true crime producers ponder the nature of psychic darkness and the evil that was serial killer Ted Bundy. Both Trish and Jacquie have done full streaming series on him and compare notes on the rampage that changed a generation of women. Watch and Read Trish on Substack Follow Trish on X @woodreporting Website: www.trishwoodpodcast.co…

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Scott’s Defend the Guard Panel from Ron Paul’s 90th Birthday Barbecue 41:48

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Download Episode. Scott sat down with Dan McKnight, Liam McCollum, and Lee Deming at Ron Paul’s birthday barbecue to discuss the effort to pass Defend the Guard. This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponso…

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Scott's Defend the Guard Panel from Ron Paul's 90th Birthday Barbecue 42:02

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Scott sat down with Dan McKnight, Liam McCollum, and Lee Deming at Ron Paul's birthday barbecue to discuss the effort to pass Defend the Guard. This episode of the Scott Horton Show is sponsored by: Roberts and Roberts Brokerage Incorporated; Moon Does Artisan Coffee; Tom Woods’ Liberty Classroom; Libertas Bella; ExpandDesigns.com/Scott. Subscribe …

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America This Week, August 15, 2025: An Avalanche of Russiagate Revelations, and Walter Prepares for Real Time 30:46

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.racket.news Devastating documents are being released at a breakneck pace, but will they matter? Plus “That Hideous Strength,” by CS LewiSBy Matt Taibbi and Walter Kirn

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UNPAYWALLED: CIA GETS CAUGHT Spying on the Senate During Torture Investigation 49:33

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Why ANGER Alone Will Never Fix America 35:52

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Chris Cuomo opens up about his own experiences with political backlash, media takedowns, and personal loss to explain why so many Americans are angry — and why that anger, while justified, is too often manipulated. He breaks down how both MAGA and its left-wing “mirror” exploit frustration, feeding division instead of pursuing real fixes. From call…

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8/8/25 Matt Taibbi on the Damning New Details about Russiagate 1:00:16

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Matt Taibbi returns to the show to run through some of the new information we’ve learned about the origins of Russiagate. Discussed on the show: “No Doubt Left: Russiagate Was a Cover-Up” (Racket News) Scott’s interview with Jeffrey Carr Matt Taibbi is a journalist, author and political commentator. Subscribe to his Substack publication: Racket New…

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8/8/25 Tony Aguilar on the War Crimes He Witnessed in Gaza 1:09:12

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Download Episode. Scott interviews former Green Beret Tony Aguilar about the scenes he witnessed while working as a GHF contractor in Gaza. First, Aguilar and Scott discuss his background and how he ended up i…

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8/8/25 Tony Aguilar on the War Crimes He Witnessed in Gaza 1:09:27

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Scott interviews former Green Beret Tony Aguilar about the scenes he witnessed while working as a GHF contractor in Gaza. First, Aguilar and Scott discuss his background and how he ended up in Gaza. They then dig into what he witnessed. Discussed on the show: Aguilar’s interview with Tucker Carlson “American Security Contractor Unloads On US-Israel…

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Catherine Austin Fitts 1:50:37

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Catherine Austin Fitts believes it won’t be long until we are all being tracked and destroyed like Palestinians. This former Wall Street ace and Assistant Secretary of Housing — now living overseas, puts the pieces together for us. She also says the medical freedom movement needs to speak up before its too late. Also — Trish explores why a woman ha…

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America This Week, August 8, 2025: "The AI Invasion: Why the Media Won't Correct Itself" 30:38

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This is a free preview of a paid episode. To hear more, visit www.racket.news When all you have to convince is a programmable AI, journalism becomes a contest of might, not right. Plus, the brutal hilarity of Voltaire's "Candide"By Matt Taibbi and Walter Kirn

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Intelligence Expert: Trump Would TAKE OVER the CIA if US was Attacked 47:34

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Click here for the full interview with Intelligence Expert Tim Weiner: https://www.usefulidiotspodcast.com/p/full-episode-intelligence-expert?r=je5va&utm_campaign=post&utm_medium=web&showWelcomeOnShare=false You can go to our sponsor https://aura.com/usefulidiots to try 14 days for free. That’s enough time for Aura to start scrubbing your personal …

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What’s REALLY Behind the Texas Walkouts 38:04

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Texas Democrats have left the state to block a mid-decade redistricting vote, triggering threats of arrest from Governor Greg Abbott — and even FBI involvement. The high-stakes standoff has become a flashpoint for the 2024 political landscape, with lawmakers fleeing to blue states in protest as the GOP tries to reshape congressional maps.In this ep…

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Why This Texas Democrat Is Going Viral 1:03:46

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James Talarico (Texas State Representative) joins Chris Cuomo to discuss the intersection of faith, politics, and public service. Talarico reflects on his viral Joe Rogan appearance, his progressive Christian identity, and why he believes the Democratic Party must reconnect with its moral roots. He explains his resistance to toxic online culture, h…

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Matt Gaetz is Going to Prison + A Conversation With Olivia Nuzzi 1:24:14

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Matt Gaetz got one step closer to the orange jumpsuit last week when it was revealed that he allegedly paid for sex via Venmo. The paper trail discovered by the Daily Beast is likely just the beginning of more terrible receipts to come. Then Michael discusses the GOP’s recent Palm Beach retreat. Finally, New York Magazine’s, Olivia Nuzzi joins Mea …

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Breaking!!! Matt Gaetz’s MAGA Sex Party + A Conversation With John Dean 1:26:58

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It’s another jampacked episode of Mea Culpa! First, Michael sifts through the sordid wreckage of America’s Creepiest Politician as we learn new details about Matt Gaetz and his taste for young girls. It’s alleged that the Florida Rep lured girls as young as 17 to hotel rooms for sex romps on the club drug ecstasy. Later, as the Justice Department i…