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  • 333: Gaudy and Banal with Paul Goldberger

    333: Gaudy and Banal with Paul Goldberger
    Oct 23 2025
    James and Al hype Trump’s falling approval ratings, explain why even die-hard Republicans are starting to abandon him, and call out MAGA’s war on higher education, before giving us some good news about why there might be reasons for hope and change. Then, they welcome architectural expert Paul Goldberger to discuss Trump’s war on our nation’s heritage as represented by our historical structures, and lay out why these buildings are so crucial to our sense of self and trust in our institutions. They also dive into why our public buildings represent our democracy, and why their preservation is so important to our ideals and future..

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    Paul Goldberger: Twitter | Website | Parsons School of Design | New Yorker | Author

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    1 hora e 23 minutos
  • 332: The Race Is On In VA & NJ with David Wildstein & Larry Sabato

    332: The Race Is On In VA & NJ with David Wildstein & Larry Sabato
    Oct 16 2025
    James and Al celebrate the hostage return, call on the Democratic leadership to stand up and take the reins, and expose the savagery of the upcoming class of Young Republicans. Then, they welcome the New Jersey Globe’s David Wildstein and political seer Larry Sabato to discuss the candidates and forces at play in the gubernatorial races in NJ and VA. They explore how Spanberger and Sherrill are balancing national and state issues, how hard they are standing up to Trump, and share their predictions on the outcomes. Additionally, they share what areas to watch, warn of the influence of gerrymandering, and explain how the states have changed in recent years.

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    Larry Sabato: Twitter | Sabato’s Crystal Ball | Center For Politics | UVa | Author

    David Wildstein: Twitter | New Jersey Globe | The Inside Edge | FaceBook | YouTube

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    1 hora e 20 minutos
  • 331: Shutdown Shame with Rep. Brendan Boyle

    331: Shutdown Shame with Rep. Brendan Boyle
    Oct 9 2025
    James and Al sound off on the presence of ICE and other federal agents on our streets, call out the DOJ’s failure to uphold the law, and explain the dangers that come with the usurpation of democracy, from civil unrest to lost faith in elections. Then, they welcome Rep. Brendan Boyle of PA to discuss the NJ Governor’s race, lay out the perils of the government shutdown and what it means for people around the country, and investigate how our healthcare under the ACA is being put at risk. They also try to lighten the mood in tough times by discussing Al’s native Philadelphia sports when many of the teams are doing well and in the news.

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    Rep. Brendan Boyle: Twitter | House.gov | Website | FaceBook | Instagram

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    1 hora e 17 minutos
  • 330: Trump & Hegseth Blew It with Leon Panetta

    330: Trump & Hegseth Blew It with Leon Panetta
    Oct 2 2025
    James and Al welcome former Secretary of Defense and CIA Director Leon Panetta to discuss the budget crisis, Hegseth’s approach to Pentagon leadership, the outrageous attacks on our generals, and the shaky status of the rule of law in the Trump era. Then, they cover the races in NJ, VA, and NYC, looking at the strategies that can deliver victory, why Mamdani could be an inspiring and uniting figure if he wins, and the CA ballot initiatives that could help the Democrats gain control of Congress. They also give their take on the government shutdown and what comes next for the country.

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    Former Secretary of Defense & Director of the CIA Leon Panetta: Defense.gov | CSIS | Panetta Institute for Public Policy | SFSU ICCE

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    1 hora e 18 minutos
  • 329: Fascism Vs. Democracy with Mitch Landrieu & Benjamin Hett

    329: Fascism Vs. Democracy with Mitch Landrieu & Benjamin Hett
    Sep 25 2025
    Politics War Room addresses the dire crisis of political and social violence by sounding the alarm over the dangers our country faces. Former LA Lt. Gov. Mitch Landrieu begins by exploring the challenges facing the average American, how Democrats can speak to them, the issues that they care about, and most importantly, how to win. Then, Professor Benjamin Hett of Hunter College at CUNY puts the risk of fascism into historical context by breaking down the conditions, politics, and propaganda that enabled Hitler to rise to power and plunge the world into chaos..

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    Professor Benjamin Hett: Hunter College - CUNY | Website & Books

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    53 minutos
  • 328: Crime & Punishment with David Kennedy & David Harris

    328: Crime & Punishment with David Kennedy & David Harris
    Sep 18 2025
    James and Al call out the growing divisiveness of our politics and stand up for the 1st Amendment, before diving into the government funding battle. Then, they welcome criminal justice experts David Kennedy and David Harris to discuss cutting crime, respecting our rights, and making our cities safer. In their conversation they weigh the challenges of local policing, federal enforcement, and community initiatives and violence prevention programs. Further, they explore the problems driving crime and lay out the policies that have proven success and can quickly make a real impact on those in danger.

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    David M. Kennedy: Twitter | John Jay College of Criminal Justice | NNSC | Rockefeller Institute of Government

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    1 hora e 19 minutos
  • 327: The World’s Worst Bet with David J. Lynch

    327: The World’s Worst Bet with David J. Lynch
    Sep 11 2025
    James and Al dissect the potential of a government shutdown, weigh its political effects on our economy and politics, and call out the partisanship of the SCOTUS in the wake of Trump’s multiple appointees. Then, they welcome WaPo’s David Lynch to break down the pernicious effects of globalization, why it was a good idea, and why it is currently failing our people. They also explore possible solutions to the decline of manufacturing, emphasize the importance of job training, and look at the role that a new government led by the Democratic Party could pursue to restore hope and jobs while strengthening our international relationships.

    This episode was recorded before the events at Utah Valley University.
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    1 hora e 29 minutos
  • 326: The Ides of September with Ron Brownstein

    326: The Ides of September with Ron Brownstein
    Sep 4 2025
    James and Al lay out the state of the country as we get further away from the 2024 election, weigh the impact of the potential government shutdown, and investigate the implications of the ongoing Epstein scandal. Then, they welcome esteemed journalist Ron Brownstein to game out how the Democrats can revitalize the party, explain the need for centrism, and how to stop the progress of authoritarianism under Trump. They also discuss how Democrats can move beyond the hot topics on social media to win voters by focusing on the issues that impact voters in their everyday lives.

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    Ron Brownstein: Twitter | The Atlantic | National Journal | Author of “Rock Me On The Water”

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    1 hora e 19 minutos