Today

After a Crushing Defeat, Trump Doubles Down

After a stinging rebuke last week at the polls, President Trump announced that he would elevate Stephen Miller — a driving force behind some of the most polarizing policies of Mr. Trump’s second term — to chief of staff.Maggie Haberman and Jonathan Swan, White House reporters for ... Show More

31m 14s

Yesterday

Keisha Lance Bottoms on What Democrats Have to Do to Not Squander the Win

The governor-elect of Georgia is elated about her party’s victories in the South, but knows realignment is far from secure.Thoughts? Email us at theinterview@nytimes.comWatch our show on YouTube: youtube.com/@TheInterviewPodcastFor transcripts and more, visit: nytimes.com/theinte ... Show More

30m 6s

Nov 7

Introducing ‘METRO’ From Serial Productions

Today, we’re sharing an episode from a brand-new show called “METRO,” made by the Serial podcast team and the reporters here at The Times who cover New York City.Every other week, Sarah Koenig and her team will tell stories about the city and its most fascinating raw material: Ne ... Show More

41m 42s

Oct 2022

The Grass Roots, Part 1

This moment in politics will be defined by shifts at the grass-roots level. Today, we talk to conservative voters about the forces animating the midterm elections for them — and what Washington can learn from the people. What do you think of “The Run-Up” so far? Please take our l ... Show More

50m 47s

Nov 2022

The Grass Roots, Part 2

This moment in politics will be defined by shifts at the grass-roots level. It wasn’t long ago that Democrats used to brag about the coalition they had built — full of young people, minority voters and college-educated women. Today, we talk to members of the Democratic base, many ... Show More

56m 54s

Aug 2022

Introducing 'The Run-Up'

The midterm elections are usually a referendum on the party in power. This year, they’re about so much more. “The Run-Up,” starting Sept. 6. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast ap ... Show More

3m 2s

Oct 2022

The Blueprint

How the Republican grass roots got years ahead of a changing country, and whether the Democrats can catch up. Subscribe today at nytimes.com/podcasts or on Apple Podcasts, Spotify and Amazon Music. You can also subscribe via your favorite podcast app here https://www.nytimes.com/ ... Show More

43m 2s

Apr 2023

The New Demands of the MAGA Right

For Republican presidential hopefuls, the Conservative Political Action Conference has played a very specific role in the election cycle. It’s where candidates try to establish their grass-roots credibility and convince conservatives that those running are listening to what they ... Show More

46m 56s

Jan 2025

It's a Numbers Game Podcast: The Rise of Trump's Multiracial Coalition

<p>In this episode, Ryan and Patrick Ruffini discuss the evolving dynamics of American politics, particularly focusing on the rise of Donald Trump's multiracial coalition and the shifting voting patterns among minority groups. They explore the concept of racial de-alignment, the ... Show More

38m 59s

Nov 2022

2022 Midterm Election Day Special

The day has arrived – voters across the country are making their voices heard in federal, state, and local elections while the balance of power in Congress hangs in the balance. In this special edition of the podcast, CNN Political Director David Chalian talks to CNN reporters an ... Show More

16m 50s

Nov 2024

Normally Podcast: Our Thoughts About Election Day 2024

<p>In this episode, Mary Katharine Ham and Karol Markowicz discuss the current political landscape after Election Day, focusing on polling dynamics, voter behavior, and the strategies of both Trump and Kamala Harris. They explore the implications of recent polls, the social costs ... Show More

28m 52s

'The Run-Up': The Grass Roots, Part 1