Lying has always been a part of politics, but in recent years, political lies have come to dominate our elections and their outcomes. Even the notion that facts and truths can be objective and shared across the political divide has been put into question. As we head into a fraught election, Kara speaks with Bill Adair, professor of journalism & public policy ... Show More
Yesterday
Patrick Radden Keefe On Lies, Conspicuous Wealth & Moral Rot
Journalist, author and podcaster Patrick Radden Keefe is renowned for writing stories about crime and corruption that expose deeper societal truths. His latest book, “London Falling,” explores the mysterious circumstances around the death of 19-year-old Zac Brettler. While London ... Show More
1h 2m
May 7
The Creators of ‘Hacks’ on Comedy, Creative Partnership and Surviving Hollywood
Kara talks with "Hacks" creators and showrunners Lucia Aniello, Paul W. Downs and Jen Statsky about the state of comedy and ending the HBO Max hit on their own terms. The critically-acclaimed series follows Deborah Vance, a legendary Las Vegas stand-up comedian played by Jean Sma ... Show More
1h 3m
May 4
Miranda Is Not the Villain, with The Devil Wears Prada 2’s Writer & Director
The Devil Wears Prada 2 is a cultural event 20 years in the making — and it doesn’t disappoint. Kara invites screenwriter Aline Brosh McKenna and director David Frankel to discuss the film, its making, and the state of media and Hollywood today. Aline and David talk about why the ... Show More
1 h
Oct 2024
Free Speech, Election Lies, and the Fight Against Misinformation
Jon Stewart tackles the growing claims of election interference, with Elon Musk joining Trump’s narrative. The episode explores how “free speech” is being weaponized by both figures. Jon also sits down with Bill Adair, creator of PolitiFact and Knight Professor of Journalism at D ... Show More
40m 26s
Sep 2024
Scandal, Secrets, and Power Struggles: Insider Info ft. Eliana Johnson
Meghan McCain welcomes Eliana Johnson, editor-in-chief of the Washington Free Beacon, for an in-depth discussion about the blurred lines between media and politics. They delve into a recent scandal, examining its implications for journalistic integrity and the public's perception ... Show More
59m 41s
Jul 2023
Beyond the Twitterverse: Politics, Policy and Identity with Christy Kelly
In this episode, recorded on the road in Howell, Michigan, Vivek hosts an in-depth conversation with Twitter acquaintance and political independent, Christy Kelly. Kelly, an outspoken social media commentator known for her insightful perspectives, discusses topics from race-consc ... Show More
34m 45s
Aug 2024
NEW POLLS: KAMALA & WALZ ⬆️ - August 7th, 2024
Join Don to hear all about the biggest news stories of the day. Tonight, Don is joined by Host of The Bulwark Podcast Tim Miller, Political Communication Strategist Richard Greene, New York Daily News columnist Harry Siegel, and cofounder of the Black Voters Matter Fund Cliff Alb ... Show More
1h 10m
Sep 2024
The “giant opening” Trump has given to Harris | James Carville
James Carville is one of the oldest and best known political strategists in America. He also is the subject of a new CNN documentary called “Winning is Everything, Stupid.” On this episode of Deep Dive, Carville talks with host Ryan Lizza about his outlook on the election, includ ... Show More
39m 15s
Jun 2024
The Biggest Political Divide Is Not Left vs. Right
<p>The biggest divide in our politics isn’t between Democrats and Republicans, or even left and right. It’s between people who follow politics closely, and those who pay almost no attention to it. If you’re in the former camp — and if you’re reading this, you probably are — the l ... Show More
1h 10m