Trump’s Trade Gamble
Is America’s place in the world at a crossroads? The New York Times’ Michael D. Shear returns to unpack the first two weeks of Trump's second term and the domestic and international response to an emb...
4 Feb 202555min
Executive Order Chaos, Dem Irrelevance, Media Stasis
Is this the most powerful presidency in modern history? Ravi welcomes Tyler Austin Harper back to the show to dig into Trump’s aggressive executive orders, the GOP’s split response, and what “maliciou...
30 Jan 202542min
Wild West Politics: The New Era of Campaigns
Political technologist Eric Wilson joins Ravi to explore the rapidly changing world of political campaigning. They discuss why podcasts were a major player in the 2024 election, the ways the new media...
28 Jan 202541min
Trump's Edu Plans, Reform Wars, Future of Teaching
Ravi sits down with New York Times education reporter and bestselling author Dana Goldstein to unpack the Trump administration’s early moves on education policy. They begin by examining the administra...
26 Jan 202538min
The Best School System In America
Ravi sits down with Brandon Brown, CEO of The Mind Trust, to explore the groundbreaking education reforms that have elevated Indianapolis into a national example of excellence in public education. Fro...
23 Jan 202542min
Safer Than Ever? An American Crime Story
Ravi welcomes Jeff Asher, a leading crime data analyst, to break down the complexities of crime statistics in America. They discuss Jeff’s report, "Crime in 2024: A Historic Drop in Murder with Declin...
21 Jan 202539min
Ceasefire, Trump's First Week, Wildfire Politics
Ravi welcomes Bradley Tusk back to the show for a wide-ranging conversation on some of today’s most pressing issues. They kick things off with an analysis of the Israel-Hamas ceasefire deal, exploring...
16 Jan 202542min
The Roots Of The Cali Fire Crisis (And A Defense Of LA)
Ravi welcomes M. Nolan Gray, city planner and housing expert, to discuss his insightful Atlantic piece, “How Well-Intentioned Policies Fueled L.A.’s Fires.” They dive into the Los Angeles fires, the m...
14 Jan 202537min
