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Ukraine with Anne Applebaum
James and Al highlight the importance of unity in the Democratic party going into midterms and welcome Pulitzer prize winning historian and journalist Anne Applebaum. They examine the nature of Putin’s plans, the possibility of war and what it means for the current world order, and the value of defending an independent Ukraine facing imminent invasion. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
James and Al emphasize the likelihood that Trump will face legal action, and are joined by former NBA player and Senator from New Jersey Bill Bradley to look at the changes in US-Russian relations going back to the fall of the Soviet Union up through the crisis in Ukraine. Then, they discuss his sports experience and analyze the state of the Olympics. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
Super Bowl Special
In this special Super Bowl episode, James and Al are joined by Tulane Law’s Gabe Feldman and Greg Cosell of NFL Films to break down the upcoming game, and give us the state of the sport– from college to the pros. They also hold the Supreme Court to account for undermining our voting rights, as well as those who still haven’t gotten vaccinated. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
SCOTUS With Walter Dellinger
James and Al tackle the latest COVID news and are joined by former Solicitor General and Duke Law School Dean Walter Dellinger to explore the state of the current SCOTUS, the effects of Justice Breyer’s retirement and legacy, and the advantages of diverse appointees. Then, with the Super Bowl coming up, they talk some football. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
Happy New Year With Friends
Al and James are joined by top experts from the fields of journalism, economics, entertainment, medicine, and law, featuring Jill Abramson, Roger Altman, George Stevens, Dr. Cornelia Griggs, and Walter Dellinger to ring in 2022 and discuss how Biden and the country are faring. Then they share their outrages of the past year and let us know what we can expect going into the next one. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
RETRO: In memory of Harry Reid
In memory of Harry Reid, here is the episode we recorded with him earlier in May 2021James and Al sit with Former Majority Leader Harry Reid to discuss Senate strategy and UFOs, with a few more nominations considered… Full Episode notes : https://politicon.com/podcasts/fmr-senate-major…eader-harry-reid/ BETTER HELP POLITICS WAR ROOM LISTENERS GET 10% OFF THEIR FIRST MONTH AT WWW.BETTERHELP.COM/WARROOM. With UFOs being reported and recorded across the country, James and Al welcome Fmr.
Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt
In this special holiday themed episode James and Al take on Joe Manchin’s sabotage of the Build Back Better Bill, defend Joe Biden and his first year of impressive accomplishments, and point the way forward for the party. Then, they welcome their amazing wives Mary Matalin and Judy Woodruff to reflect on the season and their friendship.
Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt / Omicron Is Here
James and Al are joined by Massachusetts General Hospital critical care and pediatric surgeon, Dr. Cornelia Griggs for an examination of the current state of the pandemic, and what the newest Omicron wave means for our medical system, social lives, mental health, and the country as a whole. Then, they induct the final class of 2021 to the Hall of Sphincters. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
PHD In White-Trashology
James and Al are joined by author and Atlantic columnist Barton Gellman for a hard look at the threats to our democracy posed by the events of 1/6. Is there a need for infiltration by law enforcement? Why are politicians on the Right catering to the worst elements of the base? And how do Democrats protect our system and keep winning? Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
Remembering Pearl Harbor with Craig Symonds
A week out from the upcoming 80th anniversary of the Japanese attack on Pearl Harbor, James and Al are joined by U.S. Naval Academy Professor and author of “World War 2 At Sea” to examine the opening phases of the Pacific War. They look at what our leaders knew at the time, how they responded to the attack, and how we bounced back to win the war. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt
In this Thanksgiving episode, James and Al are joined by sports journalist and author of “Raise A Fist, Take A Knee” John Feinsten to talk about the ongoing race issues in sports and how players have fought to end bias in the NFL and other leagues. Then, they discuss the need to keep shaking up the status quo so that these institutions build on past progress and live up to the legacy of our country’s greatest sports heroes.
Rep. Dan Crenshaw “Jellybeans in a turd”
James and Al are joined by Rep. Dan Crenshaw of Texas for a wide ranging talk about the philosophical differences that define the two parties and how the legacy of Trump influences Republicans in 2021. Then, they weigh the drawbacks of gerrymandering, and the challenges Congress faces trying to pass large bills like ‘Build Back Better’ and infrastructure. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt
James and Al reflect on the recent elections and emphasize the need for Democrats to sell their policies in addition to governing. Then, they sit down with CEO of Union Square Hospitality Group Danny Meyer to discuss the current employment situation in our country, creating an environment that puts workers first, and fighting child poverty. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
Senator Angus King
James and Al celebrate the diversity of winners in the 11/2 election, mourn Virginia and examine where McAuliffe went wrong. Then, they are joined by Senator Angus King (I) of Maine to look at politics in his state and the reforms the Senate needs to become effective and regain the trust of the American people. Should we start by getting rid of the filibuster and giving power back to the majority party? Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
Politics War Room with James Carville & Al Hunt / Rep. Liz Cheney
James and Al are joined by Wyoming’s Congressional Rep. Liz Cheney to examine the events of 1/6 and how the investigation is being conducted, the need for Republicans to focus on principles over personalities, and the state of our foreign policy. Our hosts also break down the state of the VA Governor’s race and the prospects for the billionaires’ tax. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
Election Experts - Kristen Soltis Anderson & Amy Walter
James and Al bring on Echelon Insights founding partner, Kristen Soltis Anderson, and the editor of the Cook Political Report, Amy Walter, to discuss polling and how it influences strategy. Then, they break down the changes that are happening in the most important swing states and what it will take for candidates to win in them going forward. Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
DeSantis Is A Giant Asshole also Donald McNeil discusses COVID
Website link: https://politicon.com/podcasts/don-mcneil/In their 100th episode, James and Al bring on veteran of the New York Times, Donald McNeil, for a look at what’s next for us during the pandemic now that the Delta variant is raging in hot spots fueled by the unvaccinated. With other variants on the horizon, what will it take to convince the hold outs and get the country back on the track to health?
Michael C Bender
James and Al bring on Wall Street Journal White House reporter and author of “Frankly We Did Win This Election”, Michael Bender for a look at how this administration compares to the last. With President Biden receiving 80 million votes— a record— they explore what got so many people on board and what the party needs to do to keep them. Will the Democrats be able to do it? Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
Admiral James Stavridis, Fmr Supreme Nato Commander
James and Al welcome former Supreme Nato Commander, Admiral James Stavridis for a discussion about our military readiness and how to build a secure future for the country and the world-- because by “2034” it’s going to be a whole different place. Are we up to the challenge of recreating a peaceful and prosperous planet? Email your questions to James and Al at politicswarroom@gmail.com or tweet them to @politicon.
Mayor Phillip Levine
James and Al are joined by former Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine to look at the issues plaguing our infrastructure and our country. James and Al welcome former Miami Beach Mayor Philip Levine for a discussion about our failing infrastructure, what our politicians need to do, and how Democrats can win over a Florida that seems less Purple and more Red by the year. More importantly, does the modern party have what it takes to reclaim the state from Governor DeSantis?
Penis talk, Brett Kavanagh with Jackie Calmes and Tucker Carlson with Ben Smith
James and Al welcome media mavens Ben Smith and Jackie Calmes for a look at how our country got to where we are, and what we should be doing now. James and Al are joined by Ben Smith of the NYT and LA Times editor Jackie Calmes for a deep dive into the transformation of the media and the Republican party during the last election and over the last year. What changed? From our reporting to our governance, how do we restore trust in our institutions and get our country back on track?
Andy Slavitt and Bill Leonard
James and Al welcome religious historian Bill Leonard and Biden’s former Senior Advisor for COVID Response, Andy Slavitt, to take on the things ailing our politics in 2021. James and Al welcome religious historian Bill Leonard and Biden’s former Senior Advisor for COVID Response, Andy Slavitt, to look at the mythologies holding the USA back-- from the supposed glory of the Old South, to anti-social and harmful views about the pandemic and the ongoing efforts to end it. Should we be optimistic?
Coach Pete Carroll & Audrey Cavenecia
James and Al welcome coaching legend Pete Carroll and co-host of his Amplify Voices podcast, Audrey Cavenecia, to discuss the role of equity, inclusion and diversity in our society as we go into the next decade. And after seeing the impact of racial issues on the front lines (even if measured in yards), the time is now to look at how diverse and future focused voices can lead us to where we need to be. Will it be enough?
Alex Gibney: Crime Of The Century
James and Al welcome Director Alex Gibney of HBO’s Crime of the Century to the Politics War Room to take on the threats to the American people posed by lobbyists, Big Pharma, and corporations who would put profits above people. Why does it seem like the damage they do to our country is usually buried under other ledes and pushed to the bottom of the page?
Sphincter Hall of Fame
Al and James are joined by Princeton historian Julian Zelizer to look at the evolution of the Republican Party from a party of issues to a party of disinformation and division. Then Al and James announce the first inductees for a very special honor... EMAIL YOUR QUESTIONS TO JAMES AND AL AT POLITICSWARROOM@GMAIL.COM OR TWEET THEM TO @POLITICON.
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