• 1 hour 31 minutes
    373: From D-Day To The Strait Of Hormuz with Max Boot & Nick Mueller

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    James and Al review the performance of Democrats in Tuesday’s elections, examining what it can tell us about the midterms, the quality of the candidates, and the importance of keeping voters engaged to drive turnout.  Then, they welcome the Council on Foreign Relations’ Max Boot to discuss Trump’s foreign policy, his relationship with the intelligence community, and the wars in Iran and Ukraine.  Afterward, they are joined by the President and CEO Emeritus of the National WWII Museum, Nick Mueller, to reflect on the anniversary of D-Day, the legacy of WWII, and the value of educating future generations about its impact.

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    4 June 2026, 9:00 am
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    372: Texas & Beyond with Mayor Chaz Molder

    James and Al report on the Texas primary results and the opportunity to take advantage of a Blue shift following the controversial win of Ken Paxton, pressure Democrats to avoid the strategic mistakes of 2024, and game out how to win in other Red states in the wake of the gerrymandering war.  Then they welcome Columbia, Tennessee’s Mayor, Chaz Molder, to discuss his congressional campaign against ultra MAGA Andy Ogles, the corruption of his opponent, how to appeal to independents and the other side of the aisle, and the evolution of Tennessee politics.

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    28 May 2026, 9:00 am
  • 44 minutes 59 seconds
    371: Trump's Slush Fund with Fred Wertheimer

    James and Al report on this week’s elections, breaking down Trump’s continued dominance in the Republican party, Democrats' ability to win over party switchers, and an energized Black electorate.  Then, they call out the miscalculations Trump made in the Iran war and expose the effect of media ownership on the political landscape before welcoming government accountability advocate Fred Wertheimer.  They discuss Trump’s settlement with the IRS, the ways he’s enriched himself and his supporters, the difference between the Trump and Biden DOJ, and the dangers of corruption.

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    Fred Wertheimer: Twitter | Just Security | Wertheimer Lipton | Democracy 21

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    21 May 2026, 9:00 am
  • 59 minutes 8 seconds
    370: RETRO Episode: Interview with Barney Frank from 2021

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    James and Al are joined by Chairman of the Financial Services Committee, congressman Barney Frank, for an in depth look at the current budget negotiations and the thinking motivating its key players.  Then, they examine the power of a competent and active government to make our lives better in the fight against COVID and beyond, with an update on the 2021 baseball season.

    20 May 2026, 4:41 pm
  • 1 hour 42 minutes
    369: Trump Goes To China with Evan Osnos and Paul & Stefanie Taylor

    James and Al game out the gerrymandering war, call out the SCOTUS for its voting rights decision, declare inflation’s return as an election issue, and lament Trump’s imprint on the Republican party, with a look at how it all will affect the midterm elections.  Then, they are joined by The New Yorker’s Evan Osnos in Beijing to discuss the Trump-Xi meeting, Taiwan, China’s ongoing rise, its relationship with Iran, and the AI war.  Afterward, they welcome Paul and Stefanie Taylor to reflect on aging and the boomer generation’s legacy in our culture and politics.

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    Evan Osnos: Twitter | The New Yorker | Brookings Institution | Website | Author

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    14 May 2026, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 7 minutes
    368: Oorah! with JoAnna Mendoza

    James and Al give an update on the Democratic prospects for the midterms, the waning influence of Donald Trump amid Republican remorse, the Iran war, and the Supreme Court’s attack on voting rights. Then, they welcome retired USMC Gunnery Sergeant and Drill Instructor, AZ-06 congressional candidate, JoAnna Mendoza, to discuss life in the Marines and her experience growing up in poverty, the affordability challenges spanning healthcare, energy, and the overall cost of living in her community, immigration, the need for widespread reform, and her vision for the future.

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    7 May 2026, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 16 minutes
    367: A King, A Pope & A Trump With Ed Luce & Jim Gerstein

    James and Al sound off on voting rights and review recent polling before welcoming Ed Luce of the Financial Times.  They discuss the future of Ukraine and the status of the war, the changing political landscape in the UK, and the growing US platform of King Charles and the Pope.  Then, they are joined by pollster Jim Gerstein to review current voter priorities, changing attitudes towards Israel and Netanyahu, the emerging Democratic candidates, the danger of MAGA election interference, and the possibility of a Blue Wave heading into the midterm elections.

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    30 April 2026, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 39 minutes
    366: Too Much Winning In 2026 with Dr. Amy Acton, David Pepper, & Bobby Pulido

    James and Al discuss the redrawing of Congressional districts in Virginia in the wider context of the gerrymandering battle being waged for the House and share lesser-known issues plaguing our democracy.  Then they are joined by Ohio’s gubernatorial and lieutenant gubernatorial candidates, Amy Acton and David Pepper, and they dive into healthcare, corruption, and the need for political change.  They also welcome Tejano star-turned-TX-15 candidate Bobby Pulido to game out how to win in Texas, bring back conservative-minded Latino voters, and craft a strong economic message, capped off with a short musical performance.

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    23 April 2026, 9:00 am
  • 54 minutes 32 seconds
    365: Mad Men with Dr. Trita Parsi

    James and Al sound the alarm over Trump’s deteriorating mental state, and explain the challenges it poses for JD Vance and the effects it will have on the upcoming election.  Then, they analyze the political dynamics at play in the California gubernatorial election, and welcome Dr. Trita Parsi to examine the aftermath of the Iran war.  They discuss the reasons the Iranian regime was able to repel the attack, the need to revisit sanctions to weaken the regime and empower civil society, what the future looks like for Israel and the Gulf states, and the potential for shifting alliances.

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  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    364: Winning Is Everything, Stupid With Gov. Steve Bullock

    James and Al game out the implications of Trump’s foreign policy following the ceasefire with Iran, analyze the growing schism in the MAGA movement, and examine the shift toward Democrats and Independents in recent off-year elections.  Then they welcome former MT Governor Steve Bullock to discuss winning in the Mountain West, strategies for independents and Democrats in Red areas, how to connect with rural voters, the importance of values that resonate with everyday people, and how to address cultural issues head-on.

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  • 1 hour 10 minutes
    363: It’s A Points Game With Christine Brennan

    James and Al blast the state of journalism, call out Scott Jennings for his toxic coverage, and explain Trump’s recent political struggles and declining popularity, centering on the disastrous war with Iran and the complications involved in resolving it.  Then they welcome sports writer and author of ‘On Her Game’, Christine Brennan, to discuss the growing dominance of college sports, legendary coaches, basketball, the excitement around women’s teams driven by Caitlin Clark, the power of personality on the court, and the importance of youth athletics for March Madness.

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    2 April 2026, 9:00 am
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