Best The Moral Trigger Podcasts (2025)

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Chuck’s Commentary - From Teflon To Velcro: Why The Epstein Files Could Trigger Trump’s Lame Duck Presidency + Mike Johnson Has Put Republicans In A Terrible Spot 1:16:29

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck unpacks a tumultuous week for Donald Trump as newly released Epstein emails reignite old scandals — and this time, they may stick. With Speaker Mike Johnson appearing to serve Trump’s interests over his own members, and a worsening economy eroding public patience, Chuck explores whether we’re witnessing …

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Interview Only w/ Adam Jentleson - The Democrats’ Roadmap To Becoming A Majority Party Again 1:06:57

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck sits down with Adam Jentleson, executive director of the new Searchlight Institute, to talk about how Democrats can build a broader, more durable governing coalition. Jentleson explains why Searchlight is designed to promote ideological diversity within the Democratic Party — and why policies that blend …

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Full Episode - From Teflon To Velcro: Why The Epstein Files Could Trigger Trump’s Lame Duck Presidency + The Democrats’ Roadmap To Becoming A Majority Party Again 2:24:16

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck unpacks a tumultuous week for Donald Trump as newly released Epstein emails reignite old scandals — and this time, they may stick. With Speaker Mike Johnson appearing to serve Trump’s interests over his own members, and a worsening economy eroding public patience, Chuck explores whether we’re witnessing …

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Ep. 74 - Survivors Saying Stupid Sh*t Part 3! DbD Killer "Equipment" Tier List! AND FLUTES! 1:25:11

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Episode 74 of Camping Them Softly crashes in hot with The Toxic Teacher diving deep into Arc Raiders—the extraction shooter where betrayal is the only business model that matters. After learning the fine art of waiting for emotes, gaining trust, and then gunning down your "teammates" the second they turn around, Toxic brings that exact energy to th…

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Full Episode - Both Parties Showing Cracks After Government Shutdown + How Democrats Can Win In Appalachia 2:06:49

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck breaks down the political fallout from the ending of the longest government shutdown in history— and what it revealed about both parties’ internal divides. He also answers listeners’ questions regarding the shutdown. Then, former intelligence officer and Democratic senate candidate from Kentucky Joel Wil…

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Interview Only w/ Joel Willett - How Democrats Can Win In Appalachia 1:06:44

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Former intelligence officer and Democratic senate candidate from Kentucky Joel Willett joins Chuck Todd for a wide-ranging and deeply personal conversation — from his post-9/11 path into military service to the experiences that pushed him toward the Democratic Party. They highlight the parallels between his own story and JD Vance’s, offering candid…

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Chuck’s Commentary - Both Parties Showing Cracks After Government Shutdown + Top 5 Senate Seat Most Likely To Flip Parties 1:02:25

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck breaks down the political fallout from the ending of the longest government shutdown in history— and what it revealed about both parties’ internal divides. He also answers listeners’ questions regarding the shutdown. Finally, he gives his update ToddCast Top 5 Senate seats most likely to flip parties, an…

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Chuck’s Commentary - The End Of The Government Shutdown? + Is Trump Entering His Lame Duck Era? 1:15:50

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck breaks down the latest in Washington as the government shutdown nears its end—and the political fallout begins. Democrats have shown more backbone than expected, while Donald Trump’s strategy has Republicans quietly questioning his grip on power. From his push to cut SNAP benefits for his own voters to h…

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Interview Only w/ Garrett Graff - From Nixon to Trump: America’s Nonstop Modern Presidential Scandals 1:15:03

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Chuck Todd sits down with journalist and historian Garrett Graff, host of The Long Shadow, to unpack how America’s political scandals—from Watergate to Trump—have shaped the presidency and public trust. Graff reflects on the slow process of uncovering the truth about Nixon’s 1968 interference and how those lessons apply to Trump’s open defiance of …

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Full Episode - The End Of The Government Shutdown? + From Nixon to Trump: America’s Nonstop Modern Presidential Scandals 2:30:59

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck breaks down the latest in Washington as the government shutdown nears its end—and the political fallout begins. Democrats have shown more backbone than expected, while Donald Trump’s strategy has Republicans quietly questioning his grip on power. From his push to cut SNAP benefits for his own voters to h…

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354: Personal Triggers in Counselling Training 1:16:08

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In Episode 354 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we explore the draft BACP Ethical Framework for 2025 - highlighting key proposed changes and what they might mean for practitioners. Then in 'Practice Matters', Rory speaks …

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Chuck’s Commentary - A GREAT Night For Democrats + Trump’s Grip On The G.O.P. Could Slip 1:18:16

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck reacts to Democrats outperforming expectations across the board in Tuesday’s elections — from New Jersey to Georgia — signaling a sharp political rebuke of Donald Trump and his influence over the GOP. He breaks down why the results were more than just a good night for Democrats, how high electric bills a…

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Full Episode - A GREAT Night For Democrats + Democracy Denied: Inside the Push for D.C. & Puerto Rico Statehood 2:19:41

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck reacts to Democrats outperforming expectations across the board in Tuesday’s elections — from New Jersey to Georgia — signaling a sharp political rebuke of Donald Trump and his influence over the GOP. He breaks down why the results were more than just a good night for Democrats, how high electric bills a…

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Interview Only w/ Rep. Oye Owolewa & George Laws Garcia - Democracy Denied: Inside the Push for D.C. & Puerto Rico Statehood 59:50

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D.C. representative Oye Owolewa and Executive Director for Puerto Rico 51st George Laws Garcia join Chuck Todd for a deep dive into one of America’s most overlooked democratic debates — the fight for statehood for Washington, D.C. and Puerto Rico. With over 3 million Americans lacking full representation in Congress, Chuck explores the political, c…

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Ep. 73 - People Quitting DbD? And VICTOR IS A FILM CRITIC? 1:36:19

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Dead by Daylight's Slow Burn to Mediocrity: The anti-camp, anti-tunnel, anti-whatever-the-fuck mechanics are still being debated to death. Players claim they're leaving in droves, but Steam charts say otherwise. Toxic breaks down why the "everyone's quitting" narrative is bullshit, why the Hallowed Blight event sucks, and why the rift is more borin…

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Interview Only w/ Rich Thau - What Swing Voters Really Think… And Why That’s BAD For Democrats 1:09:00

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Rich Thau, moderator of the Swing Voter Project joins Chuck Todd to dig into what America’s elusive swing voters are really thinking heading into 2028. Thau, known for his in-depth focus group research, explains how his team identifies true persuadable voters and what he’s hearing from them behind closed doors — from deep economic anxiety to their …

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Chuck’s Commentary - The Public Is Souring On Trump 2.0 + America’s Imperial Past Looms Large Over Venezuela 1:28:58

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Chuck Todd breaks down the latest NBC News poll, which paints a grim picture for both parties — and especially for Donald Trump’s second term. With only 37% of Americans believing the country is on the right track and financial pessimism at record highs, the public seems to have made up its mind: Trump 2.0 isn’t winning new fans. Chuck examines how…

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Full Episode - The Public Is Souring On Trump 2.0 + What Swing Voters Really Think… And Why That’s BAD For Democrats 2:39:03

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Chuck Todd breaks down the latest NBC News poll, which paints a grim picture for both parties — and especially for Donald Trump’s second term. With only 37% of Americans believing the country is on the right track and financial pessimism at record highs, the public seems to have made up its mind: Trump 2.0 isn’t winning new fans. Chuck examines how…

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Special Edition: CPCAB Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling 33:33

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In this special edition of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, Rory Lees-Oakes is joined by Dr Liz Nicholl, Qualifications Development Manager at CPCAB, for an in-depth discussion on the newly relaunched Level 5 Diploma in Psychotherapeutic Counselling. They explore how the qualification aligns with the SCoPEd framework (specifically Column B), what it …

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Ep. 72 - DbD's Anti-Tunnel Disaster, Weaponized Churros, and Meatball Lickers 1:22:59

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The boys are back after a week off (2 if you count how long it took to post this), and nothing—NOTHING—could have prepared you for Episode 72. Toxic Teacher returns to tear apart Dead by Daylight's latest disaster: the anti-tunnel/anti-slug changes that BHVR shit out during their recent community stream. We break down why the Halloween event (Hallo…

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Interview Only w/ Billy Corben - Florida Man Goes to War: The Coup That Failed in Venezuela 1:18:23

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Filmmaker Billy Corben joins Chuck Todd to talk about his new documentary Men of War—a wild true story that Corben calls “Florida Man with international implications.” The film follows a group of would-be mercenaries and ex-soldiers who tried to stage a coup in Venezuela, exposing how Miami’s shadowy underworld collides with global politics. Corben…

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Full Episode - American Democracy Is Clogged, But Not Beyond Repair + Florida Man Goes to War: The Coup That Failed in Venezuela 2:37:02

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck breaks down why Washington feels paralyzed — and how Trump’s gravitational pull still dictates everything from congressional gridlock to campaign strategy. From Mike Johnson’s dependence on Trump to Democrats’ internal tug-of-war between moderates and progressives, Chuck explores how both parties are str…

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Chuck’s Commentary - American Democracy Is Clogged, But Not Beyond Repair + The Constitution Needs An Update 1:15:56

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck breaks down why Washington feels paralyzed — and how Trump’s gravitational pull still dictates everything from congressional gridlock to campaign strategy. From Mike Johnson’s dependence on Trump to Democrats’ internal tug-of-war between moderates and progressives, Chuck explores how both parties are str…

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Interview Only w/ Jon Ralston - Viva Las Voters: Why Nevada Has Become America’s Ultimate Political Bellwether 1:05:37

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Veteran Nevada journalist and author of the upcoming book “The Game Changer”, Jon Ralston joins Chuck Todd to break down how the Silver State became America’s ultimate political bellwether — and what that means heading into 2026. They explore how the state’s service-based economy, booming Hispanic population, and explosion of non-affiliated voters …

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Full Episode - 2025 Election Preview + Viva Las Voters: Why Nevada Has Become America’s Ultimate Political Bellwether 2:15:18

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Chuck Todd breaks down why this year’s elections may be local—but their impact will be national. From Virginia’s bellwether governor’s race to key contests in New Jersey and New York City, these results will offer a preview of the political mood heading into the 2026 midterms. Chuck dives into Abigail Spanberger’s cautious campaign strategy, Winsom…

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Chuck’s Commentary - 2025 Election Preview + Top 5 Political Scions In Upcoming Elections 1:08:49

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Chuck Todd breaks down why this year’s elections may be local—but their impact will be national. From Virginia’s bellwether governor’s race to key contests in New Jersey and New York City, these results will offer a preview of the political mood heading into the 2026 midterms. Chuck dives into Abigail Spanberger’s cautious campaign strategy, Winsom…

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Full Episode - The Double Standard Destroying American Politics + Alternative Facts & Propaganda: Orwell’s Warning For Trump’s America 2:24:43

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Chuck Todd breaks down the ongoing government shutdown and the deep dysfunction gripping Washington. With the shutdown dragging into late October, Trump is reportedly tapping private donors to pay the military, while Speaker Mike Johnson keeps the House out of session — a move Chuck calls a major political blunder. As Trump consolidates control ove…

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Interview Only w/ Raoul Peck - Alternative Facts & Propaganda: Orwell’s Warning For Trump’s America 59:13

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In this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, filmmaker Raoul Peck joins Chuck to discuss his powerful new documentary Orwell: 2+2=5 — an exploration of truth, propaganda, and power in the age of Trump. Peck, whose work often examines systems of control and colonialism, draws from Orwell’s life and letters to reveal how 1984 was never just a warning about…

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Chuck’s Commentary - The Double Standard Destroying American Politics + The Founders Foresaw The Causes Of Our Political Dysfunction 1:22:33

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Chuck Todd breaks down the ongoing government shutdown and the deep dysfunction gripping Washington. With the shutdown dragging into late October, Trump is reportedly tapping private donors to pay the military, while Speaker Mike Johnson keeps the House out of session — a move Chuck calls a major political blunder. As Trump consolidates control ove…

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353 - Understanding Autism and Attachment Difficulties 1:18:55

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In Episode 353 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we look at where autism meets attachment, understanding autism and attachment difficulties – and how similarities and overlaps in presentation can be misinterpreted and what…

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Chuck’s Commentary - Trump Has Gone Full “Let Them Eat Cake” Mode + Pardons For Me… The Law For Thee 1:11:11

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck dives into the chaotic new reality of Trump’s second term — one defined by self-interest, spectacle, and staggering corruption. As the president literally tears down the East Wing of the White House to build a grander event space, Chuck explores how the optics reflect a leader consumed by vanity rather t…

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Full Episode - Trump Has Gone Full “Let Them Eat Cake” Mode - Why Sports Is OUT On Social Justice & IN On Gambling 2:13:27

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck dives into the chaotic new reality of Trump’s second term — one defined by self-interest, spectacle, and staggering corruption. As the president literally tears down the East Wing of the White House to build a grander event space, Chuck explores how the optics reflect a leader consumed by vanity rather t…

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Interview Only w/ J.A. Adande - Why Sports Is OUT On Social Justice & IN On Gambling 59:43

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Sports journalist and professor J.A. Adande joins Chuck Todd for a wide-ranging conversation on how money, media, and power are reshaping the world of sports. From the Big Ten’s potential $2 billion private equity deal to the rise of The Athletic and the collapse of local sports coverage, Adande explains how financial literacy has become essential …

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Full Episode - Trump’s Many Vanity Projects + The Coming Political/Cultural War Over AI + Is Iowa The KEY To Democrats Winning Back Rural America 2:13:39

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Chuck Todd breaks down how Donald Trump’s presidency has become more about global showmanship than governing at home. From pushing Argentinian beef over American ranchers to a fragile Israel-Hamas peace deal and secretive efforts at regime change in Venezuela, Todd argues the administration is setting a dangerous precedent—one where the president w…

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Interview Only w/ Rita Hart - Is Iowa The KEY To Democrats Winning Back Rural America 57:51

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Chuck Todd sits down with Iowa Democratic Party Chair Rita Hart to talk farming, politics, and the fight to keep Iowa relevant on the national stage. From corn and soybeans to caucuses and campaigns, Hart shares what it’s really like for farmers caught in the middle of tariffs, trade wars, and shrinking rural economies — and how Washington’s decisi…

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Chuck’s Commentary - Trump’s Many Vanity Projects + The Coming Political & Cultural War Over AI 1:11:16

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Chuck Todd breaks down how Donald Trump’s presidency has become more about global showmanship than governing at home. From pushing Argentinian beef over American ranchers to a fragile Israel-Hamas peace deal and secretive efforts at regime change in Venezuela, Todd argues the administration is setting a dangerous precedent—one where the president w…

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Chuck’s Commentary - Massive “No Kings” Protests + Trump’s Illegal War In The Caribbean 1:11:42

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Massive “No Kings” protests swept across the country this weekend — peaceful, organized, and impossible to ignore. Chuck Todd breaks down what the demonstrations say about growing frustration with Trump’s leadership as his administration faces a government shutdown, soaring insurance costs, and a controversial new military campaign in the Caribbean…

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Interview Only w/ Eric Berger - Is The United States LOSING The Space Race To China? 55:51

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Ars Technica space journalist Eric Berger joins Chuck Todd to unpack the new global race to the moon — and why it’s about power as much as science. With China poised to beat the U.S. back to the lunar surface, NASA’s Artemis program faces both technological and geopolitical pressure. Berger and Todd explore how space has become the next great stage…

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Full Episode - Massive “No Kings” Protests + Trump’s Illegal War In The Caribbean + Is The United States Losing The Space Race To China? 2:08:22

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Massive “No Kings” protests swept across the country this weekend — peaceful, organized, and impossible to ignore. Chuck Todd breaks down what the demonstrations say about growing frustration with Trump’s leadership as his administration faces a government shutdown, soaring insurance costs, and a controversial new military campaign in the Caribbean…

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352 - Talking Honestly About Switching Supervisors 1:18:51

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In Episode 352 of the Counselling Tutor Podcast, your hosts Rory Lees-Oakes and Ken Kelly take us through this week's three topics: Firstly, in 'Ethical, Sustainable Practice', we explore the nuances of switching supervisors, including when change is necessary and how to manage transitions ethically and professionally. Then in 'Practice Matters', R…

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Interview Only w/ Michael McFaul - Trump, China & The Rise Of A New World Order 45:09

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Former U.S. Ambassador to Russia Michael McFaul joins Chuck Todd for a sweeping conversation about whether the world is slipping back into a pre–World War II world order marked by isolationism, power struggles, and a fading commitment to democracy. McFaul argues we’ve entered a new era of great power competition, with China offering an alternative …

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Chuck’s Commentary - Democratic Dysfunction On Full Display + Branding Protest As “Hating America” Is Un-American 1:16:14

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck breaks down a week that feels like a case study in America’s democratic backslide. With the government shutdown dragging on and Donald Trump disengaged from any real effort to end it, Republicans in Congress are paralyzed — and Democrats risk losing ground the longer it continues. Chuck examines how Trum…

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Full Episode - Democratic Dysfunction On Full Display + Trump, China & The Rise Of A New World Order 2:04:23

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On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck breaks down a week that feels like a case study in America’s democratic backslide. With the government shutdown dragging on and Donald Trump disengaged from any real effort to end it, Republicans in Congress are paralyzed — and Democrats risk losing ground the longer it continues. Chuck examines how Trum…

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Interview Only w/ Tom Bonier - The Huge MISTAKES Democrats Have Made In The Trump Era 52:25

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Chuck Todd sits down with veteran Democratic strategist and data expert Tom Bonier to unpack one of the biggest political mysteries of the Trump era: why Democrats are losing voter registrations—and how the GOP got so good at winning them. From the fallout of the Bernie-Clinton primary to the brand erosion under Biden, Bonier traces how Democrats’ …

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Full Episode - America Will Need New Political Guardrails After Trump + The Huge MISTAKES Democrats Have Made In The Trump Era 2:03:37

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Chuck Todd examines the mounting political and institutional strain as the government shutdown drags on — and why Democrats may need to declare a partial victory just to move forward. The episode explores how Trump’s rise has exposed deep vulnerabilities in the American system, from unchecked profiteering and politicized justice to the growing enta…

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Ep. 71 - Dead by Daylight 9.2.2 Patch: Krasue Nerfed to Hell | Bachelor Entity Edition Survivor Rankings 1:31:29

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BHVR speed-ran another nerf cycle, destroying the Krasue after exactly three days of survivors crying about counterplay. Regurgitate cooldown multiplied by THIRTEEN, leech removed on hook, and behavior continues the death-by-a-thousand-cuts tradition. Meanwhile Victor STILL gets no buffs despite Nicky's years-long campaign for Mediterranean justice…