Money in politics isn't new, but billionaire influence in our elections has reached staggering levels – and 2024 could break all previous election spending records. From the presidential race to down ballot elections and think tanks to media empires, wealthy donors are reshaping American democracy in ways voters rarely see. Joining us to follow the money tra ... Show More
May 13
Foreign Policy and American Hubris with Ben Rhodes
As the war with Iran grinds on without clear objectives or an exit strategy, Jon is joined by Ben Rhodes, national security analyst and author of the upcoming book "All We Say.” Together, they assess the current state of the war and its regional fallout, examine how American fore ... Show More
1h 29m
May 6
The News You’re Not Getting (and Why) with Amy Goodman
As consolidation, layoffs, and deference to power continue to hollow out the corporate media, Jon is joined by Amy Goodman, host and executive producer of “Democracy Now!” and subject of the new documentary "STEAL THIS STORY, PLEASE!" Together, they examine which stories get told ... Show More
1h 30m
Apr 29
Politics for ME (and You) with Graham Platner
As Democrats search for a new generation of leaders who can reconnect with working Americans, Jon is joined by Graham Platner, U.S. Senate candidate for Maine and military veteran, to understand what's driving his campaign. Together, they explore how his service informed his poli ... Show More
1h 29m
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
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Jan 2025
57. The Man Behind Donald Trump
How has Donald Trump broken the law this week? Who is Stephen Miller, the man behind Donald Trump? Will the Democrats fight back?
Join Katty and Anthony as they answer all of these questions and more.
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