Best Robert Scheer Podcasts (2026)

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Nuclear Standoff: Ray McGovern and Robert Scheer on the Most Dangerous New Year in Decades 43:20

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6d ago43:20

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As the world stumbles into a new year, journalist Robert Scheer sits down with former CIA analyst Ray McGovern for a conversation that feels less like a holiday reflection and more like a warning flare. Both men came of age in the shadow of World War II, lived through the Cold War, and spent their lives studying the machinery of American power. Now…

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NBC’s Mike Tirico & Cris Collinsworth 1/9/26 18:08

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CNBC's Alex Sherman sits down with Mike Tirico, host and play-by-play voice for NBC Sports, and Cris Collinsworth, analyst for NBC's Sunday Night Football. They discuss the evolving role of quarterback, the craft of broadcasting and they share their Super Bowl predictions. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for informatio…

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Kill Bill 1:24:55

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Paul and Amy unsheathe Kill Bill, Tarantino’s blood-soaked revenge epic that fused global genre cinema into something unmistakably his own. They trace The Bride’s evolution from concept to icon, unpack the film’s explosive choreography and stylized violence, and wrestle with the complicated legacy behind its creation. You can join the Unspooled con…

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Academic Freedom on Life Support: Trump’s War on Knowledge 53:55

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Today on Scheer Intelligence, we pull back the curtain on a crisis unfolding quietly but catastrophically across American higher education. Robert Scheer sits down with Professor Steve Macek — scholar, organizer, and one of the country’s sharpest analysts of academic freedom — to examine what he calls an unprecedented assault on the institutions th…

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Former NJ Governor Chris Christie 1/1/26 15:59

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CNBC’s Contessa Brewer speaks with former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie, a central figure in the fight to legalize sports betting, about why he’s drawing a hard line against prediction markets. They also discuss the current state of sports betting. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collecti…

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Top 100 Comedies of All Time 43:20

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Paul and Amy dig into Variety’s list of the 100 greatest comedies of all time, celebrating the highs, questioning the rankings, and debating what makes a movie truly funny. From The Naked Gun taking the top spot to spirited discussions around Some Like It Hot, Annie Hall, Groundhog Day, and The Great Dictator, they unpack the list’s surprises, omis…

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Avatar (Re-Release) 1:37:22

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Amy & Paul upload their consciousness into 2009’s otherworldly sci-fi spectacle Avatar! They confirm the concept of ‘unobtanium’ wasn’t invented by the film, learn which movie stars were up for the role of Jake Sully, and ask themselves why they feel protective of director James Cameron. Plus: did Cameron really insist the Na’Vi need to have breast…

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EP:25 [GUEST] - LtCOL. Karen Kwiatkowski - Year-End Reality Check and what's next in 2026? 1:02:21

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Year-end reflections tend to blur optimism and fatigue, and this conversation makes that line painfully clear. The promises attached to a noninterventionist reset—troop withdrawals, constitutional restraint, and a focus on domestic renewal—collide with a year marked by ad hoc tariffs, confused messaging on inflation, and fresh entanglements abroad.…

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EP:24: [GUEST] Dr. Robert Malone : Censorship, Vaccines, And The Battle Over Public Trust 1:01:42

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What if the rules of public health were rewritten by advertising money and platform levers rather than open debate? We sit down with Dr. Robert Malone to unpack how information control, corporate pressure, and crisis messaging collided with science across 2020–2022—and what that means for medical consent today. From the early push for repurposed th…

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Sports Agent Leigh Steinberg | 12/19/25 36:14

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CNBC’s Alex Sherman and Michael Ozanian break down CNBC’s Official College Sports Valuations, examining what’s driving growth across the business of college athletics. Then, legendary sports agent Leigh Steinberg joins the conversation to discuss his top client Patrick Mahomes, why leagues need to take a tougher stance on sports-betting violations,…

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Muppets Christmas Carol 1:20:38

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Paul and Amy ring in the holidays with The Muppet Christmas Carol, celebrating the Muppets’ heartfelt take on Dickens, the film’s joyful performances, and the craftsmanship that made it a cozy holiday fave. They also reflect on the movie’s deeper emotional resonance in the years following Jim Henson’s passing, and why this Muppet classic continues …

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Remembering Rob Reiner 39:24

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Over the weekend, the film world lost one of its greatest storytellers with the passing of Rob Reiner. In this special episode of Unspooled, Paul and Amy come together to celebrate Reiner’s extraordinary legacy, from his pitch-perfect understanding of characters and comedy to the heartfelt humanity that ran through his films. Learn more about your …

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Reel Confessions: Molly Lambert 34:36

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Paul and Amy welcome Molly Lambert to Reel Confessions, where she gets candid about her film hot takes. From what people should and shouldn't eat in the theater to unpopular opinions on Charlie Sheen's acting, they truly discuss it all. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at https://discord.gg/ZwtygZGTa6 Follow Paul and Amy on…

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There Are No Safe Fields”: Daniel Braaten on Texas, Trump, and the Coordinated Assault on Academic Freedom 29:02

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Academic freedom in the United States is hanging by a thread — and nowhere is that more visible than in Texas. In this episode of Scheer Intelligence, Robert Scheer speaks with Dr. Daniel Braaten, Associate Professor of Criminology and Political Science at Texas A&M–San Antonio, from what may be the epicenter of the most aggressive political assaul…

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EP:23 [GUEST] Chas Freeman - We Forgot How To Negotiate And Keep Paying For It 1:00:34

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Power doesn’t persuade on its own—people do. Ambassador Chas Freeman joins us for a rare, unflinching look at how the United States drifted from negotiation to coercion, swapped empathy for slogans, and ended up trapped in conflicts with no off-ramps. We dig into the mechanics of real diplomacy, the difference between a ceasefire and a peace, and w…

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EP:22 [GUEST] John Kiriakou : Inside The CIA: Torture, Coverups, And Consequences 55:26

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He told the truth about CIA torture—and went to prison. Hear John Kiriakou explain why “official channels” failed, how secrecy is weaponized, and what blowback really looks like. Listen/Watch now and tell us: should the CIA even exist? If the guardrails are the problem, where do you turn for the truth? We sit down with former CIA officer and author…

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Former NFL star quarterback Robert Griffin III 12/11/25 26:14

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CNBC's Alex Sherman talks with Robert Griffin III--former star NFL quarterback, Heisman Trophy winner, and current Fox Sports analyst--about his "RGIII" origin story, the University of Utah's landmark private equity deal, how the transfer portal is impacting college sports, how he would reform college football, NCAA playoff predictions, and USAA's …

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Brick 1:13:19

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Paul and Amy step into the shadowy hallways of Brick, exploring how Rian Johnson fused hard-boiled noir with high school drama to create one of the most striking debuts of the 2000s. They also delve into Johnson’s meticulous planning, the film’s tight-budget and ingenuity, and Joseph Gordon-Levitt’s transformative performance. You can join the Unsp…

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Unraveling the Rot: Doug Henwood on America's Economic Elites and the Fight for a Just Future 40:24

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Today we dive deep into the intricate web of America's economic landscape with our esteemed guest, Doug Henwood. As a prominent economist and writer for outlets like The Nation and Jacobin, Doug brings a critical progressive lens to the disarray of the American ruling class. In this episode, we explore the alarming short-sightedness of our elites, …

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EP:21 [GUEST] Glenn Greenwald - Whistleblowers, Independent Voices, and Shifting Power 48:43

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Imagine watching the gate swing open after decades of being told the path was closed. That’s what the information landscape feels like right now, and Glenn Greenwald joins us to chart how it happened—and why the old guard is scrambling to bolt it shut again. We trace the journey from early blogging to studio‑grade independent shows that rival cable…

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Soccer powerhouses Michele Kang and Cindy Parlow Cone 12/4/25 23:45

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CNBC's Alex Sherman talks with Michele Kang, businesswoman and owner of the NWSL's Washington Spirit, and Cindy Parlow Cone, president of the U.S .Soccer Federation. They discuss Kang's $55 million investment into women's sports research and how it will help fuel U.S. Soccer in the future. They also discuss Washington Spirit star Trinity Rodman and…

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Anchorman 1:17:34

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Paul and Amy stay classy as they revisit Anchorman: The Legend of Ron Burgundy, exploring how Will Ferrell and Adam McKay transformed a kooky idea about local news into a comedy landmark. They dig into the film’s improvisational energy, stacked cast, and reflect on how Anchorman helped launch a new era of American comedy. You can join the Unspooled…

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Unpacking the Whiteness Mindset: A Conversation with Dr. Jonathan M. Lassiter 50:35

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Join us for a thought-provoking episode as we sit down with Dr. Jonathan Lassiter, author of the compelling memoir, How I Know Why White People Are Crazy and Other Stories. Dr. Lassiter, a licensed psychologist and cultural commentator, takes us on a journey through his personal experiences and insights on the complexities of race, identity, and th…

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EP:20 [GUEST] Rod Blagojevich - From Wiretaps To Warrants The Blagojevich Case Unpacked 1:03:56

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A senator’s seat opens, the phones are tapped, and a single line—“this is fucking golden”—becomes the headline that swallows the story. We sit down with former Illinois Governor Rod Blagojevich to unpack the wiretaps, the legal standards around campaign contributions, and the policy trade he says prosecutors stopped at dawn: appoint Lisa Madigan in…

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Golf star Rory McIlroy 11/27/25 33:58

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CNBC’s Alex Sherman talks with valuations guru Michael Ozanian about soaring NHL valuations. Then, Scott Wapner sits down with pro golfer Rory McIlroy and TPG President Todd Sisitsky. They break down their sports investment partnership, where they see opportunity, and how Rory is shaping his post-golf business career. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWi…

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Necropolitics and Healthcare: The High Cost of Life in America 24:03

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In this eye-opening episode, host Joshua dives deep into the heart-wrenching realities of America's healthcare system with guest Melissa Garaga, a passionate advocate from Code Pink. Melissa shares her personal experiences navigating the insurmountable costs of health insurance, revealing the shocking truth behind premium hikes and the stark choice…

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2025 Thanksgiving Special 1:02:19

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Happy Thanksgiving from Unspooled! Paul and Amy celebrate Thanksgiving by ranking cinema’s most disastrous families to spend the holidays with. They revisit the Torrances, the Sawyers, the Tenenbaums, and the deeply unsettling brood of Dogtooth to determine who would ruin dinner fastest. You can join the Unspooled conversation on Paul’s Discord at …

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"Academic Freedom Under Siege: The Global Implications of Restricting Scientific Inquiry" 1:18:40

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Join Robert Scheer in this thought-provoking episode of Scheer Intelligence as he engages with David Baker, author of "Global Megascience: Universities, Research Collaborations, and Knowledge Production." Together, they explore the critical state of academic freedom in today's world and its far-reaching implications for scientific progress and coll…

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Reel Confessions: Kareem Rahma 36:36

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In the first episode of Reel Confessions, Paul and Amy sit down with Kareem Rahma to unpack his cinematic past. They touch on his first illicit R-rated watch, the strange ethics of “premium” movie theaters, and the almost spiritual journey of seeing emotionally devastating films on a plane. You can find Kareem @kareem, @subwaytakes, and @keepthemet…

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Podcast Intro: "Unraveling the Epstein Scandal: A Deep Dive into Power, Corruption, and Media Complicity" 48:38

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Join Robert Scheer in this gripping episode of Scheer Intelligence as he delves into the complex web of the Jeffrey Epstein scandal — a story that transcends mere gossip and exposes the deep-seated corruption within American society. With special guest Nolan Higdon, a critical media scholar, Scheer explores the troubling connections between Epstein…

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From New Deal to New Elites: Unpacking the Democratic Party's Betrayal of the Working Class with Lily Geismar 46:16

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In this episode, we’re not just skimming the surface; we’re taking a hard look at the Democratic Party’s long and winding road—from its noble roots in the New Deal to its current identity crisis. Joining me is the brilliant Lily Geismar, a history professor at Claremont McKenna College and the author of two must-read books that dissect the failures…