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Hacks On Tap

Hacks On Tap

When David Axelrod and Mike Murphy get together to talk politics, it’s not academic. They speak from the perspective gained through hundreds of campaigns for offices from City Hall to the White House. So if you want to know what’s really going on behind the scenes, where strategic decisions are being made, pull up a stool for Hacks on Tap. Incisive, sometimes uproarious and always entertaining, these political warhorses and their guests will give you insights you’ll only get from folks who have spent a lifetime in the political trenches of both parties.

  • 1 hour 11 minutes
    A Tale of Two Speeches
    Three bleary eyed, unpardonable Hacks convened this morning to walk you through yesterday’s circus. They discuss Trump overconsumption, Biden’s pardons, Trumps pardons, setting expectations, the atomic clock of grifting, changing the constitution, and so much more.
    22 January 2025, 12:12 am
  • 1 hour 9 minutes
    Trending Right (with Jonathan Martin)
    This week, Axe and Heilemann are joined by fan favorite and all-around cool guy Jonathan Martin! The Hacks kick things off with a front-line report from Mike Murphy on the LA wildfires, unpacking the implications for the city and the state’s future. They also dive into the status of Trump’s nominees, the business world cozying up to Trump, Biden’s evolving legacy, and the escalating drama within Trump’s inner circle.
    15 January 2025, 12:10 am
  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    Hackzpah (with Jonathan Alter)
    Happy New Year, Hackeroos! Axe and Murphy rang in the new year with a journalism icon, the incomparable Jonathan Alter. Author of His Very Best: Jimmy Carter, A Life, Alter joins the Hacks to reflect on the passing of President Carter and the extraordinary legacy he leaves behind. The Hacks also delve into the Biden transition, Trump’s ongoing legal battles, what to expect from his appointments and campaign promises, and the ever-changing role of social media in our democracy—along with the responsibility social media executives bear in shaping it.
    7 January 2025, 11:59 pm
  • 1 hour 4 minutes
    End of Year Hack Fest
    ‘Twas a night filled with headlines, and all through the pod,
    Not a topic was skipped—not even David’s odd plod.
    Drones in the skies, with surveillance to show,
    And scandals aplenty that continue to grow.
    Trump’s lawsuits piled like stockings with care,
    While inaugural donations danced through the air.
    Inflation will be “slashed,” or so Trump has claimed,
    And RFK vowed, with no hint of delay,
    To make Big Pharma ads completely go away.
    So gather around for sharp wit and good cheer—
    It’s the wildest wrap-up, the last pod of the year!
    17 December 2024, 11:39 pm
  • 1 hour 2 minutes
    The Ol' Razzle Dazzle (with John Anzalone)
    This week, Murphy and Heilemann were joined by expert Hack and pollster to the stars, John Anzalone. The Hacks dissect Trump’s Meet the Press interview, defy political gravity to forecast Trump’s future appointments, and ponder the fate of bipartisanship in a second Trump era. Plus, the guys tackle campaign loyalty, the screaming January 6th jail birds, and the state of the Democratic bench.
    10 December 2024, 10:05 pm
  • 1 hour 11 minutes
    Pardon Politics (with Chris Christie)
    This week, Axe and Heilemann are joined by former New Jersey Governor Chris Christie! The Hacks dive into Christie’s unique insights as Donald Trump’s former Transition Team Chairman to explore what a second Trump term might look like: which cabinet picks are likely to stick, and which ones are simply Trump’s way of flipping the bird. Plus, the guys unpack the Hunter Biden pardon drama and ask Christie for his thoughts on the Kushner ambassadorship—an ironic twist, given their history.
    3 December 2024, 11:53 pm
  • 53 minutes 28 seconds
    Hacksgiving Minnesode (Dontcha Know)
    Happy Hacksgiving, Hackeroos! As Axe bastes his turkey to perfection, Murphy and Heilemann carved out time this morning to talk about the true meaning of Thanksgiving—tariffs (the world’s most romantic word), moronomics, and the latest recipe for chaos courtesy of Trump’s cabinet picks. Plus, the stuffing-filled scrum for DNC leadership.

    We’re so grateful for all of you, our faithful listeners—without you, we’d just be a bunch of turkeys talking into the void.
    26 November 2024, 9:40 pm
  • 1 hour 1 minute
    The New Non-Normal (with Jonathan Martin)
    This week, Axe and Murphy are joined by international Hack savant Jonathan Martin. The trio dives into Trump’s nomination circus, ranking his picks by sheer audacity and dissecting their broader implications. They also tackle the fight for DNC chair, the unraveling of democratic norms, and a potential political clash as wild as two tomcats in a pillowcase.
    19 November 2024, 10:47 pm
  • 57 minutes 40 seconds
    Picking Through the Rubble
    This week, the Hacks report from the esteemed Institute of Politics at the University of Chicago. They sift through the aftermath of the election to analyze the strategies of both the Trump and Harris campaigns, Trump’s proposed appointments, the battle for leadership, and what these developments mean for the next four years and beyond.
    12 November 2024, 10:46 pm
  • 1 hour 12 minutes
    Election Post-Mortem
    Well folks, we have our results. Axe, Murphy, and Heilemann dive into the numbers and break down what this means for the next four years. They also explore the dynamics of both campaigns, analyzing shifting polling trends, key battleground states, and the broader political landscape to offer their insights on what the next chapter in American politics will hold.
    7 November 2024, 10:12 pm
  • 37 minutes 16 seconds
    Landing the Plane
    On the eve of the election, the excitement is palpable as voters get ready to cast their ballots. The Hacks gather for one last huddle, dissecting the campaign’s vibe shift, Trump’s latest missteps, and the buzz from the new Iowa Seltzer poll. They recap the whirlwind of the past ten days and Murphy throws in a bold prediction. Tune in to find out what they’re thinking—and don’t forget to make your voice heard and vote!
    4 November 2024, 7:58 pm
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