The Democratic National Convention is in full swing, but what influence does it have on the election? Once a hotbed of debate, drama, and actual decision-making, the DNC has transformed into a carefully choreographed media event where political insiders pretend to decide things they've already decided. So what are we doing here? This week, we dive into these ... Show More
Apr 22
AI & The Future of Work with Daron Acemoglu and David Autor
As artificial intelligence continues to integrate into the workforce, Jon is joined by MIT economists David Autor and Daron Acemoglu, recipient of the 2024 Nobel Prize in Economics, to understand what the future might hold for American workers. Together, they explore lessons from ... Show More
1h 14m
Apr 15
The Other Side of the (Bit)Coin with Ben McKenzie
As cryptocurrency continues to embed itself in American politics, Jon is joined by Ben McKenzie, author of "Easy Money" and director of "Everyone Is Lying to You for Money." Together, they investigate why digital currency appeals to those failed by traditional finance, examine ho ... Show More
1h 36m
Apr 1
Podcasting Through It with Heather Cox Richardson
As many Americans search for ways to channel their frustration with the administration, Jon is joined by Boston College historian Heather Cox Richardson. Together, they explore past moments when government ceased to serve the people, investigate how citizens have historically ove ... Show More
1h 27m
Aug 2025
'I Don't Give a Sh*t What DJ Khaled Thinks' - Anees on Political Music, Cancel Culture, and Zohran Mamdani
Mehdi is joined by Palestinian-Lebanese-American singer-songwriter-rapper Anees to talk about his activism on Gaza and his belief in the power of music to influence politics.Anees tells Mehdi about his winding career path of going to law school, passing the bar exam, and deliveri ... Show More
38m 26s
Feb 2025
Politics, Sport, and Free Speech Hypocrisy, with Jemele Hill
Live from New York — it's 'We're Not Kidding'! This past week, Mehdi traveled to the 'On Air Fest' in Brooklyn for a very special LIVE taping of 'WNK' with award-winning sports journalist and broadcaster Jemele Hill. You may remember Jemele from the first Trump administration, wh ... Show More
47m 49s
Aug 2025
The Right-Wing Provocateur Who Has Trump’s Ear
<p><i>Warning: This episode contains strong language.</i></p><p>In President Trump’s second term, Laura Loomer has emerged as the most influential outside adviser, telling the president whom to fire and shaping major policy decisions.</p><p>Ken Bensinger, who covers media and pol ... Show More
37m 7s
Jun 2024
BIDEN V TRUMP: And The Winner Is...
Hi Everyone! Join Don this evening for a LIVE analysis of everything we just saw at the presidential debate. Don will be joined by Political Communication Strategist Richard Greene, Writer and Producer Abe Gurko, Comedian and TV Host Ben Gleib, and TV and Media Personality TS Mad ... Show More
1h 26m
Jul 2025
Trump Breaks Up With MAGA Over “Boring” Epstein Files, New Yorkers RSVP to Elon's Third Party | Jennifer Kaytin Robinson
Jordan Klepper follows MAGA's continued frustration with Trump for not releasing the Epstein files, and Trump's continued frustration with MAGA for not shutting up about it. Plus, Lauren Boebert suggests the GOP's own underage-sex-trafficking expert, Matt Gaetz, should lead a spe ... Show More
32m 2s
Apr 2025
The 'Bullsh*t' of Bill Maher — Gianmarco Soresi on Israel, Antisemitism, and 'Anti-Woke' Comedy
It's been one whole year since the launch of 'We're Not Kidding', and for our anniversary episode Mehdi is joined by comedian and internet superstar Gianmarco Soresi. As a half-Italian, half-Jewish comedian, Gianmarco has become famous for the viral social media clips of his stan ... Show More
44m 10s