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Think Like an Economist's Justin Wolfers, explains why we continue to hear about a recession despite ongoing positive economic reports. Miles Parks from NPR details the Republican's efforts to undermine states' mechanisms for maintaining accurate voter rolls. Additionally, Ryan Mac from The New York Times forecasts a bleak future for Elon Musk's Twitter.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

7 Jun 202351min

Former Republican congresswoman Barbara Comstock discusses the GOP presidential primary field and the differences she observes among the candidates. Reed Galen from The Lincoln Project shares insights on Ron DeSantis' inability to enjoy the campaign trail. Kurt Anderson, author of Evil Geniuses, provides a detailed account of the GOP's departure from reality.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

5 Jun 202351min

Rep. Becca Balint explains the relationship between the freshmen class of Congress and the rest of the body. Greg Sargent from The Plum Line highlights how Governor DeSantis' culture war tactics are beginning to spark a significant revolt. Matt Bennett from Third Way warns us about No Labels, who are working to get Trump re-elected under the pretense of a third-party candidate.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

2 Jun 202351min

E Jean Carrol and her lawyer, Roberta Kaplan, discuss their victory against Donald Trump and what it means to finally hold him accountable. NBC's Jon Allen breaks down the partisan maneuvering surrounding the debt ceiling showdown. Jeff Stein from The Washington Post provides insights into the content of the debt ceiling deal.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

31 Mai 202349min

Senator Tammy Baldwin shares her insights on passing bipartisan legislation in 2023. Kim Kelly, author of Fight Like Hell, discusses the resurgence of black lung in West Virginia coal mines and its horrific consequences. James Downie, editor at MSNBC Daily, sheds light on the latest controversies surrounding Ken Paxton's impeachment in the Texas legislature.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

29 Mai 202352min

Rep. Summer Lee joins us to discuss representing Western Pennsylvania with progressive values. Next, we'll speak with Douglas Rushkoff, author of Survival of the Richest, about AI and the disastrous campaign launch of Ron DeSantis on Twitter. Dana Milbank from The Washington Post gives his insights into the final moments of the debt ceiling showdown.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

26 Mai 202353min

Democratic strategist James Carville tells us how he would change the conversation about the debt ceiling. Congressman Eric Swalwell stops by to provide updates on the mess that is the US Congress and discusses how he sees the debt ceiling hostage situation playing out. Then, we'll talk to Nebraska State Senator Megan Hunt about the unprecedented partisanship she observes in her workplace.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

24 Mai 202356min

The Lincoln Project's Stuart Stevens plays out the Republican primary and reveals the catch-22 in which the 'also-rans' find themselves. Professor Jason Stanley, author of How Propaganda Works, details what to expect from the Republican Party's continued march towards fascism. Adam Gopnik, from The New Yorker, discusses his latest book, The Real Work: On The Mystery of Mastery.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

22 Mai 202354min