Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt

James and Al take on the anti-woke focus of Ron DeSantis, and dive into the recent electoral battles from Wisconsin to Chicago that are defining the next phase of our country’s future. Then, they welcome MD Governor Wes Moore to discuss the importance of creating opportunity in tech, building up minority constituents, and enacting policy that supports the needs of workers and children. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guest: Governor Wes Moore Twitter | Official Twitter | Website | Facebook | Instagram Please Support This Week’s Sponsor: Sleep Me: Head over to sleep.me/warroom to learn more about comfortable and cooling sleep systems and save 25% off the purchase of any new Dock Pro, Ooler, or Cube order.

James and Al dive into the budding 2024 race and emphasize the importance of the WI Supreme Court elections. Then, they welcome journalist Marcy Wheeler to explain the pernicious influence of Russia on the MAGA Republicans, followed by Professor Morgan Cloud to discuss the recent grand jury developments targeting Trump’s actions in GA during the 2020 elections. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Marcy WheelerTwitter | Website | The Intercept | The Marshall ProjectProfessor Morgan CloudEmory University School of Law | SSRN Articles Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Hold On Bags:Shop plant based bags and replace single use plastics all over your home by visiting holdonbags.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to save 20% off your order.Magic Spoon:Get $5 off your next delicious custom bundle of Magic Spoon cereal when you go to magicspoon.com/warroom and use promo code: WARROOMHenson Shaving:Go to hensonshaving.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.)

James and Al share their thoughts on Trump’s new nickname for DeSantis, recent natural disasters and the war in Europe. Then, they welcome Rep. Colin Allred to share a Super Bowl retrospective and discuss the House weaponization committee, retaking Red States, and fighting for racial progress when Republicans are censoring the Black experience in the education of our children.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Rep. Colin AllredTwitter | House.gov | Website | FacebookPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Rhone Apparel:Upgrade your closet with Rhone’s high quality clothing and use promo code: WARROOM to save 20% at rhone.com/warroom Lomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM tosave $50 at lomi.com/WARROOM

James and Al review the strong SOTU speech by President Biden and take on the Timid 20 in the Republican caucus who refuse to stand up to their side’s extremists. Then, they welcome Greg Cosell for an in-depth analysis of Super Bowl LVII and to hear his winner prediction, followed by MS gubernatorial candidate Brandon Presley to discuss his upcoming race and how Democrats can retake the South.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Greg Cosell:Twitter | NFL Films | The Install PodcastBrandon PresleyTwitter | Website | MS Public Services Commission | InstagramPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Reel Paper:Save 30% on your subscription order of sustainable home paper products when you go to reelpaper.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOMHoldOn Bags:Save 20% off your order of plant based bags to replace single use plastics all over your home when you go to holdonbags.com and use promo code: WARROOM

James and Al break down the ridiculous debt ceiling fight sparked by the Republicans and skewer the 2024 Republican primary field that could lead to an independent run by Trump. Then, they’re joined by law professor and author David Harris to examine current policing policies that have led to disastrous outcomes, the role of systemic racism, and how we can reform the force.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:David Harris:Twitter | University of Pittsburgh Law | Criminal Justice Podcast | Author Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Upside:Download upside.com’s free app to start getting major cash back on your purchases, plus get an extra 25 cents a gallon on your first tank of gas when you use promo code: WARROOMHenson Shaving:Go to hensonshaving.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.)

James and Al discuss the traitors in our midst like former counter intelligence official and FBI agent Charles McGonigal, and how Russia continues to upend our politics. Then, they are joined by former NATO Supreme Commander Admiral James Stravridis to discuss the facts on the ground in Ukraine, the need for Western aid, and how things might end, before looking at how our readiness compares to potential threats from China.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Admiral James Stavridis:Twitter | Website | Carlyle Group | Author of “To Risk It All” & Other BooksPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Hold On Bags:Shop plant based bags and replace single use plastics all over your home by visiting holdonbags.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to save 20% off your order.

James and Al look at the weaknesses of the GOP caucus and the difficulty they will have in taking congressional action. Then, they welcome legal expert Andrew Weissmann to discuss the process that goes into investigations of our politicians with a particular focus on the differences between the recent finds of classified documents at the homes of Trump and President Biden.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Andrew Weissmann:Twitter | NYU Law | Just Security | Where Law Ends: Inside the Mueller Investigation | AuthorPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Lomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM tosave $50 at lomi.com/WARROOM

James and Al decimate the insanity of the incoming Republican congress with a strong defense of immigration and President Biden. Then, they welcome Princeton’s Julian Zelizer to discuss the many myths in our collective memory going from the Revolutionary War all the way to the so-called Reagan Revolution that continue to define the way we think about our country and our politics.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Professor Julian Zelizer:Twitter | Princeton | Author of “Myth America” & Many Other BooksPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Rhone Apparel:Upgrade your closet with Rhone’s high quality clothing and use promo code: WARROOM to save 20% at rhone.com/warroom Hold On Bags:Shop plant based bags and replace single use plastics all over your home by visiting holdonbags.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to save 20% off your order.

In the midst of the Republican’s farcical battle to elect the next Speaker of the House, James and Al are joined by NYT’s Washington expert Carl Hulse for deeper insight into the proceedings. They discuss Rep. McCarthy’s prospects, the effect of the proposed motion to vacate, and what the disarray means for critical legislation and the future of the next congress– with a little bit of football thrown in. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Carl Hulse:Twitter | NYT | Author of “Confirmation Bias”Please Support This Week’s Sponsor:Reel Paper:Get 30% off your first order and free shipping of environmentally friendly paper products when you sign up for a subscription at reelpaper.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

With 2023 almost here, James and Al ring in the new year with friends George Stevens, Jill Abramson, Fred Wertheimer, and Jane Mayer. Together, they discuss the current state of the media and entertainment, before forecasting the political future of the speakership, the presidency, dark money, and the Ukraine-Russia war– with a solid takedown of lying George Santos. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:George Stevens:Oscars.org | IMDB | websiteJane Mayer:Twitter | The New Yorker | Author of “Dark Money” & Other BooksJill Abramson:Twitter | NYT | Harvard | Author Fred Wertheimer:Twitter | Just Security | Wertheimer Lipton | Democracy 21Please Support This Week’s Sponsor:Blinkist:For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership– plus Blinkist Connect which gives you two premium memberships for the price of one– go to blinkist.com/warroom

With Christmas just around the corner, James and Al welcome their wives Judy Woodruff and Mary Matalin to ring in the season with some holiday stories. Then, they take on the corruption of the Republican party, contrast Trump and Nixon, and lay out the perils of dark money and why it’s a winning issue. Should the Democrats be focused on the big issues with more than 2/3rds support instead of wedge topics catering to the base?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Mary Matalin:Website | Author Judy Woodruff:Twitter | PBS NewsHour Please Support This Week’s SponsorsReel Paper:For little lemur Reel Paper products and 30% off and free shipping on your first order, go to reelpaper.com/lemur and use promo code: WARROOMMiracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels that makes a great holiday gift, go to trymiracle.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOMHoldOn Bags:Save 20% when you replace your single use plastic by visiting holdonbags.com and using the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al summon political consultant and the mastermind behind the win of Senator Warnock in Georgia, Quentin Fulks, to analyze how their campaign won its critical run-off election for majority control. They also discuss the ways campaigns in swing states can broaden their appeal, how to bring voters with Democratic sympathies back to the polls, and what it might look like if the party adopted a 50 state strategy. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guest: Quentin Fulks: Twitter | LinkedIn | Think Big Illinois | Warnock For Georgia Please Support This Week’s Sponsors Lomi: Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM to save $50 at lomi.com/WARROOM Henson Shaving: Go to hensonshaving.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.) Raycon: Get 15% off your Raycon order and free express shipping on orders over $85 when you go to buyraycon.com and use the promo code: HOLIDAY

James and Al are joined by UF Political Science Prof. Michael McDonald to discuss the factors that led to the re-election of Sen. Warnock in GA, the weakness of MAGA, and how minorities and turn-out play a key role in victory. They also look at the issues that bring voters to the polls, why Democrats overperformed expectations in the midterms, and what to do to make sure it keeps happening in 2024 and beyond. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guest: Dr. Michael McDonald: Twitter | University of Florida | Mastodon | ElectProject.org Please Support This Week’s Sponsors Blinkist: For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership– plus Blinkist Connect which gives you two premium memberships for the price of one– go to blinkist.com/warroom Miracle Brand: For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels that makes a great holiday gift, go to trymiracle.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM Sleep Me: Save 25% off the purchase of any new Dock Pro, Cube, or Ooler sleep system when you got to sleep.me

James and Al are joined by Arizona Congressman Ruben Gallego for a wide ranging conversation covering everything from the prospects of the newly elected House and who might lead each party, to the desires of AZ voters and how to keep the state voting Blue. They also do a deep dive into border issues, focusing on how to support immigration and win elections with smart and nuanced policy. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Rep. Ruben Gallego:Twitter | House.gov | Website | Instagram | Newsletter | Facebook | Statement on DobbsPlease review our recent episode show notes for sponsor discounts and deals to support the show!

In this special episode exploring the pernicious effects of dark money on our politics, James and Al welcome Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, investigative journalist Jane Mayer, and former AZ AG Terry Goddard. They dive into how dark money is corrupting our political parties, the Supreme Court, and our electoral systems, while naming some of the biggest offenders. More importantly, they also share the ways we can fight back!Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Senator Sheldon Whitehouse:Twitter | Senate.gov | Congress.gov | YouTube | Author of “The Scheme” & Other BooksJane Mayer:Twitter | The New Yorker | Author of “Dark Money” & Other BooksFormer AZ AG & Phoenix Mayor Terry Goddard:Twitter | Central Arizona Project | Goddard Law PLC | Ballotpedia | StopDarkMoney.comPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Reel Paper:For little lemur Reel Paper products and 30% off and free shipping on your first order, go to reelpaper.com/lemur and use promo code: WARROOMExpress VPN:Get 3 months free on an Express VPN subscription when you go to expressvpn.com/warroomMiracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels that makes a great holiday gift, go to trymiracle.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al take on the greed of oil companies and the dark money fueling the Republican takeover of the judicial system before bringing on Rep. Ro Khanna to explore the role of progressives, how they play into the future of liberalism, and their place in the Democratic party. Then, they pivot to author Tyler Bridges to celebrate the 40th anniversary of the infamous Stanford v. Cal football game.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Congressman Ro Khanna:Twitter | Website | House.govTyler Bridges:Twitter | Website | NOLA.com | Author of “Five Laterals & A Trombone” & Other BooksPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Henson Shaving:Go to hensonshaving.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.)Raycon:Get 20% off your Raycon order when you go to buyraycon.com and use the promo code: EARLYBFUpside:Download upside.com’s free app to start getting major cash back on your purchases, plus get $5 back on your first purchase of $10 or more when you use promo code: WARROOM

With the midterm results continuing to come in with a strong showing for Democrats, James and Al bring on NYT contributor and author of ‘Weapons of Mass Delusion’ Robert Draper to dive into why many expectations of a red wave got upended. They cover the weaknesses of the Republican candidates, the electoral hazards of playing into Trumpian delusions, and if the Right has finally been taken to task by voters.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Robert Draper:Twitter | NYT | National Geographic | Author of “Weapons Of Mass Delusion” & Other BooksPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Henson Shaving:Go to hensonshaving.com and enter promo code: WARROOM at checkout to get 100 free blades with your purchase. (Note: you must add both the 100-blade pack and the razor for the discount to apply.)Blinkist:For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership– plus Blinkist Connect which gives you two premium memberships for the price of one– go to blinkist.com/warroomMiracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels that makes a great holiday gift, go to trymiracle.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al fire off on the forces in the Democratic Party driving away voters and bring on pollster Stanley Greenberg to explore the numbers behind the issues that are defining the midterms. They examine how proposed policy and language affects the electorate with a view towards what works and what doesn’t, before diving into elections in Israel and other countries around the world.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Stanley Greenberg:Twitter | Democracy Corps | Greenberg Research | AuthorPlease Support This Week’s Sponsors:Lomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM tosave $50 at lomi.com/WARROOM‘Some Of My Best Friends Are’ Podcast:Listen to ‘Some Of My Best Friends Are’ with Harvard Professor Khalil Gibran Muhammad and journalist Ben Austen for incredible bridge building conversations wherever you get podcasts

James and Al bring on Associate Editor of the Financial Times Ed Luce to discuss the fall of Liz Truss, the high turnover of the UK’s Prime Ministers, and what to expect going forward under Rishi Sunak. Then, they’re joined by expert on Pennsylvania politics Jonathan Tamari from the Philadelphia Inquirer to lay out the factors defining the midterm races there, weigh the candidates, and look ahead to what to expect on November 8th. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s GuestS: Ed Luce: Financial Times | Twitter | Author of “The Retreat of Western Liberalism & Many Other Books Jonathan Tamari: Twitter | The Philadelphia Inquirer Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: The Economist’s Checks & Balance: Subscribe to The Economist’s Checks & Balance podcast on Acast or wherever you prefer to listen. You can also find it at economist.com Reel Paper: Go to reelpaper.com/warroom to get 30% off and free shipping on your first order when you sign up for a subscription using the promo code: WARROOM The Jordan Harbinger Show: Go to jordanharbinger.com or wherever you prefer to get your podcasts and start listening

Facing a world in chaos and with early voting in Georgia surprising observers, James and Al bring on foreign policy expert David Ignatius and Georgia political specialist Stephen Fowler to break down the latest. In their discussion, they look at the state of the midterm elections in Georgia after the debates, and explore the latest from the Ukraine War, and the growing political discontent in Iran. Do we dare hope Iran can one day become an ally?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests: David Ignatius:Twitter | WaPo | Website | Author of “The Paladin” & Many Other BooksStephen Fowler:Twitter | Georgia Public Broadcasting Please Support This Week’s SponsorsLomi:Turn your food waste into dirt with the press of a button with Lomi. Use the code WARROOM tosave $50 at lomi.com/warroomBlinkist:For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership– plus Blinkist Connect which gives you two premium memberships for the price of one– go to blinkist.com/warroomRaycon:Get 15% off your Raycon order when you go to buyraycon.com and use the promo code: WARROOM15

Now that the midterms are only a few weeks away, James and Al summon WaPo political reporter and Arizona expert Yvonne Wignett Sanchez for a deep dive into the crucial gubernatorial and senate races there. In their analysis, they discuss the impact of MAGA extremism and transplanted voters, the decisive importance of latinos and suburbanites, and compare the candidates while looking ahead to 2024.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest: Yvonne Wignett Sanchez:Twitter | WaPo | The Arizona RepublicPlease Support This Week’s SponsorsThe Jordan Harbinger Show:Go to jordanharbinger.com or wherever you get your podcasts to start listeningUpside:Download upside.com’s free app to start getting major cash back on your purchases, plus get $5 back on your first purchase of $10 or more when you use promo code: WARROOM

James and Al let loose on the hypocrisy of Herschel Walker and the so-called Religious Right, and bring on veteran Ohio political analyst Howard Wilkinson to look at the Democrats’ midterm prospects there. Then, they welcome military analyst Michael Kofman to break down the latest developments in the Ukraine War including annexation, the nuclear option, conscription, and more. Is Russia finally on the ropes? Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests: Michael Kofman:Twitter | CNA | CNAS | War On The RocksHoward Wilkinson:Twitter | WVXU Please Support This Week’s SponsorsBlinkist:For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership– plus Blinkist Connect which gives you two premium memberships for the price of one– go to blinkist.com/warroomMiracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels, go to trymiracle.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al emphasize the importance of addressing climate change in light of the massive storms brewing on the East Coast, and give us a general overview of the state of the midterms with just over a month left. Then, they bring on Nevada Independent CEO Jon Ralston to break down the politics of his state, and how we can expect Democrats to do there in the upcoming election.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest: Jon Ralston:Twitter | The Nevada Independent | Ralston ReportsPlease Support This Week’s SponsorsHoldOn Bags:Save 20% when you replace your single use plastic by visiting holdonbags.com and using the promo code: WARROOMThe Jordan Harbinger Show:Go to jordanharbinger.com or wherever you get your podcasts to start listeningMiracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels, go to trymiracle.com/warroom and use the promo code: WARROOM

It Was Said, the 2021 Webby Award winner for Best Podcast Series, returns with a new season to look back on some of the most powerful, impactful, and timeless speeches in history. Written and narrated by Pulitzer Prize winner and bestselling author-historian Jon Meacham, this documentary podcast series takes you through another season of ten generation-defining speeches. Meacham, along with top historians, authors and journalists, offers expert insight and analysis into the origins, the orator, and the context of the times each speech was given, and they reflect on why it’s important to never forget them. It Was Said is a creation and production of Peabody-nominated C13Originals, in association with The HISTORY® Channel.

James and Al lay out how the Republican electorate is pushing the party’s candidates towards extremism and call on people of faith to stand up for immigrants and refugees. Then, they bring on Catawba College’s Politics Chair Michael Bitzer to analyze the prospects of Democrats in North Carolina’s midterms. Will changing demographics reverse the state’s rightward turn? Keep a close watch on Cabarrus County!Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest: Michael Bitzer:Twitter | Catawba College | Old North State Politics | Author of “Redistricting and Gerrymandering in North Carolina”Please Support This Week’s SponsorsReel Paper:Go to reelpaper.com/warroom to get 30% off and free shipping on your first order when you sign up for a subscription using the promo code: WARROOMBlinkist:For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership– plus Blinkist Connect which gives you two premium memberships for the price of one– go to blinkist.com/warroomExpressVPN:To get 3 free months of VPN service with a 12 month plan, go to Expressvpn.com/warroom

James and Al give an update on the politics of the Ukraine War and the ongoing fight for our rights. Then, they bring on Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler to analyze the gubernatorial and senate races in his state, expound on the quality of the candidates, and tell us how to make an impact. Will extremism and retrograde Republican policies deliver them big losses in this crucial midterm election? Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guests Ben Wikler: Twitter | Wisconsin Democratic Party | Website | Wisconsin Donations | MoveOn Please Support This Week’s Sponsors Sleep Me: Save 25% off the purchase of any new Dock Pro, Cube, or Ooler sleep system when you got to sleep.me Magic Spoon: To get $5 of your next custom bundle of delicious Magic Spoon cereal go to magicspoon.com and use the promo code: WARROOM Raycon: Get 15% off your Raycon order when you go to buyraycon.com and use the promo code: WARROOM15

James and Al are joined by Bill Ballenger of the Ballenger Report for a thorough look at the midterm prospects for Democrats in the key swing state of Michigan. Together, they analyze the impact of recent political developments from Dobbs to the Mar-a-Lago seizure on our elections, the growing fissure in the Republican Party, and the shrinking chances of a red wave.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests Bill Ballenger:Twitter | The Ballenger ReportPlease Support This Week’s SponsorsBlinkist:For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership– plus Blinkist Connect which gives you two premium memberships for the price of one– go to blinkist.comThe Jordan Harbinger ShowGo to jordanharbinger.com or wherever you get your podcasts to start listening

James and Al are joined by foreign affairs and Russian expert Stephen Kotkin for a deep dive into the history of the Soviet Union, how Putin is running the country in its aftermath, and the current state of the war in Ukraine. What role do the United States and the European powers have in repulsing their aggression? Will Ukraine hold firm? And how does the conflict impact the world?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests Stephen Kotkin:Princeton | Hoover Institution | Author Additional Reading On Russia Mentioned By Stephen: Carnegie Endowment In WashingtonMichael Kofman- CNA & Twitter Rob Lee- Foreign Policy Institute & Twitter Please Support This Week’s SponsorsMiracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels, go to trymiracle.com and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al are joined by Watergate Special Prosecutor Richard Ben Veniste to break down the differences between Trump and Nixon, and look at the role of the DOJ now that it’s faced with Trump’s crimes. Then, they welcome premiere journalist Mark Leibovich to discuss the state of the country, Trump’s impact on the nation, and why journalists need to stand up for their political beliefs. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests Richard Ben Veniste:9/11 Commission | IMDB | AuthorMark Leibovich:Twitter | The Atlantic | NYT | Author of “Thank You For Your Servitude” & Other Books Please Support This Week’s SponsorsReel Paper:Get planet friendly Reel Paper with 30% off and free shipping at reelpaper.com when you use the promo code: WARROOMChili Sleep:To save 30% off your purchase of any new Ooler or Cube Sleep System, go to chilisleep.com and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al reflect on the recent primary elections, the raid on Mar-a-Lago, and the Democrats’ growing odds in the midterms. Then, they bring on Princeton professor and author Sean Wilentz to dive into the potential of populism and an embrace of FDR’s and Bill Clinton’s legacies to revitalize the party. Will that be the key to defeating the growing radicalism of MAGA Republicans?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest: Professor Sean Wilentz:Twitter | Princeton University | Author of “No Property In Man” & Other Books Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Blinkist:For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership go to blinkist.comFeals Focus Melts:Save 50% off your first order of Feals focus melts and get free shipping by going to feals.com with promo code: WARROOM

James and Al lay out the current state of the midterm elections and the implications of the raid on Mar-a-Lago. Then, they are joined by author and Philadelphia Inquirer national columnist Will Bunch for a conversation about the disaster Republican moves to privatize and commoditize higher education have posed for young people around the country.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests: Will Bunch:Twitter | The Philadelphia Inquirer | Author of “After The Ivory Tower Falls” & Other Books Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Feals Focus Melts:Save 50% off your first order of Feals focus melts and get free shipping by going to feals.com with promo code: WARROOMRayconGet 15% off your Raycon order when you go to buyraycon.com and use the promo code: WARROOM15Miracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels, go to trymiracle.com and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al celebrate Celtics star Bill Russell, then bring on accomplished author and WaPo associate editor David Maraniss to discuss the life and legend of Jim Thorpe. In their conversation they look at the struggles he faced throughout his life, the restoration of his status as an Olympic champion, and the many challenges Native Americans have suffered in our history.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests: David Maraniss:Twitter | Website | WaPo | Author of “Path Lit By Lightning” & Other Books Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Miracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels, go to trymiracle.com and use the promo code: WARROOMMagic Spoon:To get $5 of your next custom bundle of delicious Magic Spoon cereal go to magicspoon.com and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al highlight the need for Democrats to maintain solidarity in the primaries to protect democracy and the importance of the Dobbs referendum coming up in Kansas.Then, they’re joined by Emory Law School Professor Morgan Cloud for an in depth discussion of RICO laws and how federal statutes differ from those in Georgia. Will GA be more successful in prosecuting Trump’s actions after the election results came out? Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Professor Morgan Cloud: Emory University School of Law | SSRN Articles

James and Al are joined by Pete Buttigieg’s Senior Communications Advisor Lis Smith for a conversation about her career journey as a political veteran, how to succeed on the campaign trail, and what to look for when you pick a candidate. They also take on the issues defining the midterms, what democratic messaging needs, and the importance of making the elections about the candidates instead of a referendum.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Lis Smith: Twitter | Georgetown | Author of “Any Given Tuesday: A Political Love Story” Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Miracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets with 3 free towels, go to trymiracle.com and use the promo code: WARROOM RayconGet 15% off your Raycon order when you go to buyraycon.com and use the promo code: WARROOM15 Reel Paper:Get planet friendly Reel Paper with 30% off and free shipping at reelpaper.com when you use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al are joined by Financial Times U.S. National Editor Ed Luce and Freedom House President Michael Abramowitz for a look at the recent upheavals in foreign affairs. In their conversations, they cover the resignation of Boris Johnson and its impact on Britain, the latest developments in our relationship with Saudi Arabia, and what it all means for the United States, Ukraine, and Europe.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Ed Luce: Twitter | Financial Times | Author Michael Abramowitz: Twitter | Freedom House Please Support This Week’s Sponsor:Chili SleepTo save 30% off your purchase of any new Ooler or Cube Sleep System, go to chilisleep.com and use the promo code: WARROOM

We’re sharing a bonus episode from our friends at Revisionist History, Malcolm Gladwell’s podcast about things misunderstood and overlooked. This season, Malcolm’s obsessed with experiments – natural experiments, scientific experiments, thought experiments. In this preview, we learn about Paul Madden, who ran the California Bureau of Narcotic Enforcement in the 1930s. He enacted an expensive, burdensome, annoying bit of bureaucratic anti-drug hysteria known as the “triplicate program” that made every doctor in the state miserable because it involved a lot of paperwork. But Madden insisted this kind of paperwork would save lives. Fast forward to the 90s and early 2000s, when opioids were being prescribed as painkillers at a rapid rate – and killing tens of thousands of Americans due to overdoses. The government looked to Madden’s triplicate program as a way of preventing the epidemic. A handful of states started their own triplicate prescription programs, but most ignored the warning signs. The result was a devastating natural experiment. You can hear more from Revisionist History at https://podcasts.pushkin.fm/rhs7?sid=warroom.

James and Al are joined by Bulwark writer, author, and anti-Trump conservative Tim Miller to delve into the departure of the Republican party from the Reagan/Bush legacy in an appeal to the grievances of its base. They also look at the fire of political passion, the addiction of the campaign trail, and how it can drive people to go along to get along. When your candidate goes off course, what does it take to break free?Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Tim Miller: Twitter | The Bulwark | SnapChat | Not My Party | Author of “Why We Did It” Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Magic Spoon:To get $5 of your next custom bundle of delicious Magic Spoon cereal go to magicspoon.com and use the promo code: WARROOM Miracle Brand:For 40% off high quality self-cooling sheets, go to trymiracle.com and use the promo code: WARROOM

The State of the Supreme Court with Linda Greenhouse

James and Al review the latest 1/6 hearing and upcoming Supreme Court rulings, then welcome D.C. Bureau Chief of The Intercept Ryan Grim to analyze the increasing ineffectiveness of progressive organizations and the perils of woke culture. In their conversation, they break down the fragmentation of the Left, and emphasize the need to build coalitions to achieve goals and win elections– even if it’s uncomfortable. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guest: Ryan Grim: Twitter | The Intercept | Author | Deconstructed Podcast | On the Meltdown of Progressive Orgs Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: Blinkist For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership go to blinkist.com Raycon Get 15% off your Raycon order when you go to buyraycon.com and use the promo code: WARROOM15

James and Al fire off on the ineffectiveness of liberal organizations and what they need to do to help win elections. They then welcome Silicon Valley Congressman Ro Khanna to lay out his view of progressive capitalism and the need to bring our industries back home, highlighting the importance of common sense and why we shouldn’t give up on the promise of the USA. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Congressman Ro Khanna: Twitter | Website | House.gov Please Support This Week’s Sponsor:Chili SleepTo save 30% off your purchase of any new Ooler or Cube Sleep System, go to chilisleep.com and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al break down the results of this week’s primary elections and are joined by author and congressional expert Ira Shapiro. In their conversation, they discuss how Mitch McConnell has contributed to the destruction of the Senate as an institution, its value as a check on executive power, and the need to unify against obstruction and to defend our values. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guest: Ira Shapiro: Twitter | Website | Albright Stonebridge | Author Please Support This Week’s Sponsor: Blinkist For a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership go to blinkist.com Magic Spoon For $5 off your next order of Magic Spoon, go to magicspoon.com and use promo code: WARROOM

Following the Memorial Day weekend, James and Al welcome former NATO Supreme Allied Commander, Admiral James Stravidis, to look back on some of our greatest naval heroes. Then, they discuss the ways the different branches of the armed forces are responding to modern challenges, the need for more ships, and how strategic ambiguity is being used to deter a conflict between China and Taiwan.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Admiral James Stavridis: Twitter | Website | Carlyle Group | Author of “To Risk It All” & Other Books Please Support This Week’s Sponsor:The Jordan Harbinger ShowGo to jordanharbinger.com or wherever you get your podcasts to start listening

James and Al go off on the growing epidemic of gun violence and the apathy of the public. Then, they welcome Fmr. US Deputy Treasury Secretary and Evercore Founder Roger Altman to understand what’s happening with the economy. In their conversation, they cover the role of the Fed, the possibility of recession, and what President Biden has done to strengthen the country’s prospects.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Roger Altman: Evercore | The Hamilton Project Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Reel PaperGet planet friendly Reel Paper with 30% off and free shipping at reelpaper.com when you use the promo code: WARROOM BlinkistFor a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership go to blinkist.com The Jordan Harbinger ShowGo to jordanharbinger.com or wherever you get your podcasts to start listening

James and Al sound off on the politicians who would back Russia after their aggression. Then, they are joined by NYT political correspondents and authors of “This Will Not Pass” Jonathan Martin and Alexander Burns to analyze where the parties stand going into midterms, and break down the most important results from this week’s primaries.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guests:Jonathan Martin Twitter | NYT | Author of “This Shall Not Pass” Alexander Burns Twitter | NYT | Author of “This Shall Not Pass” Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:RayconGet 15% off your Raycon order when you go to buyraycon.com and use the promo code: WARROOM15 Chili SleepTo save 30% off your purchase of any new Ooler or Cube Sleep System, go to chilisleep.com and use the promo code: WARROOM

Big Tech makes big decisions over our lives: What products we see, how we feel about world events, what to censor — to some degree, even what medical decisions we make. Yet who controls Big Tech? The firms are so powerful and rich they really act as judge and jury now. Increasingly, they are accountable to no one. “Defending Democracy (and us!) from Big Tech” is a 3-episode docu-series from the Debugger Podcast exploring the depths of the problem...and the potential for solutions.Link to Defending Democracy From Big Tech Ep1 Podcast on AppleLink to Defending Democracy From Big Tech Ep1 on Spotify

James and Al take on the Supreme Court for invalidating abortion rights, and stress the need for activist groups on the Left to get out into the field and fight for us. Then, they welcome former Secretary of Defense Bill Cohen for an update of the situation in Ukraine and the fight for democracy here at home after the events of January 6th. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from! Get More From This Week’s Guest: Former Secretary of Defense Bill Cohen: Defense.gov | Center For Strategic & International Studies | The Cohen Group Please Support This Week’s Sponsors: The Jordan Harbinger Show Go to jordanharbinger.com or wherever you get your podcasts to start listening Smith.ai Save $100 when take your business to the next level with smith.ai and use the promo code: WARROOM

James and Al fire off on the disastrous Supreme Court decision overturning Roe V. Wade, and the state of our judicial system after the leak. Then, they welcome former speech writer to Joe Biden, Al Gore, and many other leaders, Jeff Nussbaum. In their conversation they cover the history of the key moments and undelivered speeches that defined the world from Emperor Hirohito, to Eisenhower, Nixon and Hillary Clinton.Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:Jeff Nussbaum: Twitter | Website | Author of “Undelivered” & Other Books Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:BlinkistFor a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership go to blinkist.com Magic SpoonFor $5 off your next order of Magic Spoon, go to magicspoon.com and use promo code: WARROOM Reel PaperGet planet friendly Reel Paper products at target.com

From critically acclaimed podcast studios Pineapple Street and Wondery comes a new 8-part series called Will Be Wild that shines a light on the human stories left out of the headlines. It goes deep into the lives of people who took part in that day. People who saw it coming. And people who fear that January 6th was just the beginning of something, not the end. Follow Will Be Wild wherever you get your podcasts, or you can listen early on Amazon Music or early and ad-free by subscribing to Wondery Plus in Apple Podcasts or the Wondery app.wondery.fm/PWR_WillBeWild

James and Al call on Democratic interest groups to kick things into high gear before the midterms and are joined by MI State Senator and viral star Mallory McMorrow. They discuss the increasing hate and personal attacks from Republicans, how to stand up for the values of the Democratic party, and the need to fight back with policy and hope when faced with culture war. Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:MI State Senator Mallory McMorrow: Twitter | 4/19 Floor Speech | MI State Senate | Campaign Website Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Smith AISave $100 when take your business to the next level with smith.ai and use the promo code: WARROOM Trade CoffeeFor $30 off your 1st order and free shipping on your coffee go to drinktrade.com The Jordan Harbinger ShowGo to jordanharbinger.com to start listening

James and Al lay out the case for Democrats to stop their internal criticism and infighting going into the midterms. They also welcome 4-Star USMC General John Allen for an in-depth analysis of the Russian invasion of Ukraine, our readiness, and the current threats we face. How is Ukraine fairing? What are the weaknesses of Russia’s military? And how can the USA and NATO help? Email your questions to James and Al at [email protected] or tweet them to @politicon. Make sure to include your city, we love to hear where you’re from!Get More From This Week’s Guest:General John Allen: Defense.gov | Brookings Institution | Author of “Turning Point” Please Support This Week’s Sponsors:Hell & High Water PodcastTo start listening, find it on podcasts.apple.com or search for it wherever you get your podcastsWorkableFor a 15 day free trial go to workable.comHelloFreshFor 16 free meals and 3 free gifts, got to hellofresh.com and use the promo code: WARROOM16BlinkistFor a 7 day free trial and 25% off a premium membership go to blinkist.com