Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov

Vox Media Podcast Network

  • 1 hour 13 minutes
    The Possibility of a Third Trump Term (feat. Kellyanne Conway)

    Jessica is joined by former Trump advisor Kellyanne Conway to break down the latest chaos inside the administration. They dive into the fallout from Signalgate—and the possible repercussions of Trump’s Liberation Day tariff threats. Plus, the Supreme Court is set to weigh in on Trump’s most aggressive immigration policies. And finally, looking ahead: What does a post-Trump world look like for both parties, and how seriously should we take the possibility of a third Trump term?


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    1 April 2025, 8:00 am
  • 38 minutes 40 seconds
    Senator Ruben Gallego on Signalgate, Veteran Protections & Winning Male Voters

    Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego joins Jessica to break down the leaked war planning Signal chat—calling for Secretary Hegseth’s resignation. He also discusses the growing Democratic infighting over party leadership and shares what he’s hearing on the ground at town halls across Arizona, where he’s warning voters about potential cuts to Medicaid and veterans’ benefits. Plus, what Democrats need to do to win back male voters and why his Putting Veterans First Act is crucial for protecting those who served.


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    26 March 2025, 1:04 pm
  • 1 hour 14 minutes
    How Social Security and Education Are Being Reshaped

    Jessica and Scott dive into the chaos at the Social Security Administration after its chief threatened to shut it down—only to backtrack when a federal judge shut him down. They break down the latest threats to Social Security, Trump’s push to dismantle the Department of Education, and what cuts to special education and civil rights protections could mean for students. Plus, the 2024 election autopsy is in. Why did key voter groups swing toward Trump? And what do Democrats need to do to win them back?


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    25 March 2025, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    Trump's Deportation Plans Backfire as Dems Hit Record Low

    Scott and Jessica break down Chuck Schumer’s controversial vote on the spending bill, Trump’s defiance of a court order on deportations, and the escalating ceasefire talks between the U.S., Ukraine, and Russia. 


    Plus, Scott and Jess are taking the show live on April 17th at 92nd Street Y in New York—grab your tickets now! https://www.92ny.org/event/scott-galloway-and-jessica-tarlov


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    18 March 2025, 8:00 am
  • 36 minutes 15 seconds
    Can the Courts Stop Trump’s Power Grab? (Feat. Marc Elias)

    Attorney Marc Elias joins Jessica to break down the biggest legal battles shaping democracy today. From taking on restrictive voting laws to clashing with Elon Musk, Marc has been at the center of the fight for fair elections. We get his take on Trump’s latest power grabs, the Supreme Court’s role in checking executive overreach, and the future of campaign finance. Plus, what happens if a president just ignores a court ruling.


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    14 March 2025, 8:00 am
  • 1 hour 5 minutes
    Newsom's Centrist Approach and Kamala’s Political Future

    Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down Trump’s tariff whiplash and the chaos it’s causing for businesses. Then, they dig into Rep. Al Green’s censure after protesting Trump’s Joint Address and what it says about divisions within the Democratic Party. Plus, Governor Gavin Newsom stirs controversy over transgender athletes, and James Carville urges Democrats to sit back and let Republicans self-destruct.


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    11 March 2025, 8:00 am
  • 33 minutes 33 seconds
    Desi Lydic on Comedy, Chaos, and Covering Trump (Again)

    Jessica is joined by the hilarious and razor-sharp Daily Show host Desi Lydic. Jessica and Desi dive into what it’s like to create The Daily Show in today’s political climate, the challenges (and perks) of stepping into a lead hosting role, and how the show balances humor with the heavy reality of the news. They also break down whether satire is helping or hurting the national discourse, which party is more fun to roast, and how Desi approaches the unique chaos of covering Trump this time around. 


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    7 March 2025, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 40 minutes
    The Real Housewives of the Oval Office (Feat. Anthony Scaramucci & Gov. JB Pritzker)

    Jessica Tarlov gets the inside scoop from Anthony Scaramucci—the man who lasted 11 wild days in the Trump White House—on where Trump fumbled in his meeting with Zelensky, what really went down during his short but chaotic tenure, and why Elon Musk’s growing influence in government should have all of us paying attention. Then, Illinois Governor JB Pritzker joins the conversation to break down the creeping authoritarianism in the GOP and make the case for why Democrats need to get back to basics—like fixing the economy—if they want to win big.


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    4 March 2025, 9:00 am
  • 59 minutes 37 seconds
    Trump Ditches Ukraine and Cozies Up to Putin

    Trump is pivoting toward Russia, GOP fractures are deepening, and Mitch McConnell is calling it quits. One month into his second term, Trump is slashing budgets, cozying up to Putin, and pushing a questionable $5,000 rebate plan with Elon Musk. Meanwhile, McConnell’s retirement raises big questions about the future of the GOP. 


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    25 February 2025, 9:00 am
  • 1 hour 8 minutes
    What’s Trump’s Endgame in Ukraine?

    Jessica and Tim Miller break down the biggest political moves of the week. Trump is making waves on the world stage, claiming a breakthrough in Ukraine talks with Putin—so what’s his real endgame? Back at home, he’s throwing a legal lifeline to NYC Mayor Eric Adams, but is that “help” actually a political liability? Plus, where do Anti-Trump Republicans stand in a party still dominated by him?


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    18 February 2025, 9:00 am
  • 32 minutes 9 seconds
    How Democrats Can Win Back Young Men (feat. Rep. Pat Ryan)

    Jessica sits down with Congressman Pat Ryan, the Hudson Valley native representing New York’s 18th District. They discuss everything from his recent viral moment calling Elon Musk a "villain" to how the Democratic Party can better connect with young men and working-class voters. Congressman Ryan shares his thoughts on national service, what Democrats need to focus on to win in the future, and why leadership matters more than ever. Plus, find out what makes him want to rage—and what he thinks we should all calm down about.


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    14 February 2025, 9:00 am
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