The Trump Trials: Sidebar
310 episodes - English - Latest episode: 2 days ago - ★★★★ - 4.4K ratingsThe Washington Post’s Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann gather for a weekly conversation about former president Donald Trump’s ongoing legal troubles. As trials loom in New York, Florida, Georgia and Washington, D.C., the team will break down the most important – and historic – twists and turns, all as Trump seeks a second term as president.
The crew will sit down each Thursday (with the occasional breaking news episode) to discuss what has happened that week, and what’s coming up the next week – often with guest appearances from Washington Post reporters. Listen in to see how you can submit your own questions for the team to answer.
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No cameras in court
April 15, 2024 21:48Former president Donald Trump arrived at the Manhattan criminal court on April 15 for a first: Charged with falsifying business records to hide a hush money payment to adult film actress Stormy Daniels, he becomes the first former president in U.S. history to be put on criminal trial. In our first episode, the crew discusses the first day of Trump's trial in the case brought by Manhattan District Attorney Alvin Bragg, and how jury selection could play out. Plus - why the trial won't be tele...
The Trump Trials: Sidebar
April 15, 2024 02:18 - 1.99 MBWhen The Washington Post started the "Can He Do That?" podcast, the U.S. faced unprecedented questions as former president Donald Trump pushed on the limits of presidential power. Now, his legal challenges raise new questions. The Post's Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann will host a weekly conversation as trials loom in New York, Florida, Georgia and Washington, D.C. On the new show, "The Trump Trials: Sidebar," the hosts will break down the latest twists and turns as Trump cont...
Introducing: "The Campaign Moment"
March 29, 2024 20:35Check out The Campaign Moment, The Washington Post’s weekly politics roundtable to help you keep track of the biggest developments during the 2024 campaign. Senior political reporter Aaron Blake, who writes The Post’s new newsletter by the same name, and investigative political reporter Josh Dawsey join Martine Powers this week. They talk about how election denial is becoming more central to the RNC, what to make of this week’s NBC/Ronna McDaniel drama, the latest on efforts by a group tryin...
Introducing, "Impromptu"
March 07, 2024 15:19 - 2.29 MB“Impromptu” from Washington Post Opinions invites listeners to eavesdrop on our columnists as they have frank, thoughtful conversations on the news and cultural debates they can’t stop thinking about. Washington Post Opinions columnists want to bring you inside their conversations, before they start typing, to help you figure out your own point of view. If you've enjoyed the recent conversations among columnists that you've heard on this feed, you'll love "Impromptu." New episodes will be r...
Try This: Stop trying to fall asleep
December 11, 2023 17:08 - 8.76 MB“Try This” from The Washington Post is a series of audio courses designed to jump-start the parts of life where we can all use a few pointers — with pithy, snackable solutions you can easily use. Host Cristina Quinn brings exactly the right amount of motivation with her endearing enthusiasm and the curiosity to learn along with you. Each course is a quick and practical guide that provides new perspectives on the kinds of hurdles we all share. If you’ve been searching for the right place to s...
The Empty Grave of Comrade Bishop: ‘Somebody knows’
November 07, 2023 11:00Every 19th of October, Grenadians mark a somber anniversary: the 1983 execution of the country’s former prime minister and revolutionary leader, Maurice Bishop, and others who died alongside him. The people of this Caribbean nation still have no closure 40 years later. The remains of Bishop and his supporters were never returned to their family members and are missing to this day. In the first episode of “The Empty Grave of Comrade Bishop,” The Washington Post’s Martine Powers takes us on ...
Introducing “The Empty Grave of Comrade Bishop”
October 20, 2023 10:00 - 2.67 MBGrenada’s Black revolutionary leader, Maurice Bishop, was executed in a coup in 1983, along with seven others. The whereabouts of their remains are unknown. Now, The Washington Post’s Martine Powers uncovers new answers about how the U.S. fits into this 40-year-old Caribbean mystery. “The Empty Grave of Comrade Bishop” is an investigative podcast that delves into the revolutionary history of Grenada, why the missing remains still matter and the role the U.S. government played in shaping the...
Introducing “Field Trip”
June 21, 2023 10:30 - 3.28 MBJourney through the messy past and uncertain future of America’s national parks. The Washington Post’s Lillian Cunningham ventures off the marked trail to better understand the most urgent stories playing out in five iconic landscapes today. “Field Trip” is a new podcast series that will transport you to five national parks: Yosemite, Everglades, Glacier, White Sands and Gates of the Arctic. Follow the show wherever you listen.
Trump’s indicted. Now what?
March 31, 2023 21:45Former president Donald Trump has been indicted. We couldn't leave you hanging without an update from Post journalists. Here's today's 'Post Reports' episode that explains how the case could test the limits of our political and legal systems.
Check out The 7
December 09, 2022 12:33 - 6.11 MBOn The Post’s new podcast, "The 7," host Jeff Pierre takes you through the seven most important and interesting stories of the day. It's a way to get caught up in just a few minutes. It comes out every weekday at 7 a.m. Check it out today, then find and follow "The 7" so you're set for the new week! You can also read "The 7" here.
So… can he do that?
May 12, 2022 17:56 - 35.4 MBMore than five years later, what’s the answer to: “Can he do that?” What major lessons have we learned about the stability of our democracy and the limitations on presidential power? How have our systems been tested and how have they endured those tests? Related reading and links Trump, 2024 and the fragility of American democracy Biden’s struggle to tackle ‘four historic crises’ at once American democracy in ‘Peril’
A message from Allison
May 05, 2022 16:26 - 2.04 MBAllison shares some news about the future of the show. Plus, a request to hear from listeners.
“Broken Doors,” Episode 1
April 28, 2022 13:00 - 39 MBAn unusual warrant. A pattern of questionable no-knock raids. A reporting thread that just kept going. “Broken Doors” is a new investigative podcast series from The Washington Post. Hosted by Jenn Abelson and Nicole Dungca.
Is ‘defund the police’ dead for Democrats?
April 21, 2022 13:05Can Democrats clarify messaging on police reform? With states and cities taking police reform matters into their own hands, does the president run the risk of losing the support of the communities that played a huge part in getting him elected? Related reading and episodes Biden’s evolution on criminal justice Biden makes his midterm message clear: 'Fund the police’ The potentially dangerous politics of ‘defund the police’ for Democrats
Inside Biden’s Ukraine strategy
April 14, 2022 13:00How has President Biden's experience with Afghanistan informed his choices in Ukraine? We’ve explored Biden’s history with global leadership, war and American intervention. What can his foreign policy history tell us about Biden’s response in Europe now?
Introducing “Broken Doors”
April 11, 2022 13:00 - 3.79 MBAn unusual warrant. A pattern of questionable no-knock raids. A reporting thread that just kept going. “Broken Doors” is a new investigative podcast series from the Washington Post. Hosted by Jenn Abelson and Nicole Dungca.
Obama and Biden: It’s complicated
April 07, 2022 21:30President Biden and former President Obama have seen little of each other recently, despite an ostensibly close relationship. What does Obama's appearance at the White House say about the relationship? And will it yield the results Democrats hope for? Related reading and episodes And now, here’s your host — Barack Obama With Obama looking on, White House to open ACA plans to more families
What's stopping the DOJ from going after Trump?
March 31, 2022 18:13A federal judge ruled this week that then-President Donald Trump “more likely than not” committed federal crimes in trying to block President Biden’s election win on Jan. 6, 2021. What are the likely implications for Trump and the Justice Department? Justice Dept. expands Jan. 6 probe to look at rally prep, financing Judge: Trump ‘more likely than not’ committed crime Trump, 2024 and the fragility of American democracy
In Europe, Biden hopes to keep U.S. allies together
March 24, 2022 15:54President Biden is in Europe this week, making stops in Belgium and in Poland in hopes of keeping the Western alliance united and showcasing American leadership. How much further will the allies go in support of Ukraine? Biden heads to Europe to bolster the Western alliance Where Biden’s climate goals and a Russian oil ban collide Biden’s response to Putin’s invasion
Is it time for an independent probe into the pandemic response?
March 17, 2022 21:02Some lawmakers hope to set up an independent probe into the country’s pandemic response, after months of contentious and partisan oversight efforts in Congress. Would this probe avoid politics and help us understand how to fight future pandemics? Related reading and episodes Lawmakers push pandemic probe modeled on 9/11 Commission The mystery of the pandemic’s origins (and what it means for Biden)
Where Biden’s climate goals and a Russian oil ban collide
March 10, 2022 21:29President Biden pledged to move America’s climate reforms forward. How can he ensure that the U.S. has enough oil supply to keep prices from surging, while also ensuring that efforts to obtain that oil don’t infringe on his climate promises? Here’s where Russian oil flows How the invasion of Ukraine scrambles American energy politics Biden’s climate agenda is bold. Is it enough?
Biden lays out a new path for Democrats. Is it too late?
March 03, 2022 19:36President Biden is trying to refocus messaging around Democrats' accomplishments. Is it too late for a political course correction with such little time before the midterms? Biden’s made his priorities clear, but will the Democratic party follow suit? Blue states are moving on from the pandemic. Can Biden? Biden’s struggle to tackle ‘four historic crises’ at once
Ketanji Brown Jackson’s path to the court — between confrontation and compromise
February 25, 2022 22:10President Biden’s choice of Judge Jackson fulfills his campaign promise to nominate the first Black woman to the Supreme Court. She spent years overcoming obstacles by finding the middle ground. Biden’s Supreme Court nominee overcame obstacles by finding middle ground How can the Supreme Court maintain impartiality in America's modern political climate?
Biden’s response to Putin’s invasion
February 24, 2022 22:54Russia launched a full-scale attack against Ukraine in what U.S. officials say is an attempt to topple the democratically-elected, pro-Western government. The U.S. and its allies responded with massive sanctions. Will they work to deter Russia? Live updating coverage of the situation in Ukraine Why we’re talking about Ukraine… again
Road tripping through a divided state
February 17, 2022 22:47With the midterm elections on the horizon, both parties are searching for ways to connect with voters. But what if the thing voters want most is for politics to stop feeling like an existential death match? A reporter looks for answers in Virginia. Related reading and episodes What Does Virginia Want Now? Are we too divided for unity?
Blue states are moving on from the pandemic. Can Biden?
February 10, 2022 21:06The White House is in a tough spot as Democratic governors begin lifting mask mandates. How long will President Biden hold out while facing pressure from his own party? And what accounts for the discrepancy between state governments and CDC guidance? Biden mandates vaccines for millions. Can he do that? Biden vs. the delta variant Mask mandates continue to fall as Fauci says U.S. may be approaching ‘normality’
Trump, 2024 and the fragility of American democracy
February 03, 2022 20:59New details emerged about former president Trump's actions in the aftermath of the 2020 election. Plus, he made some new claims about the electoral process. How might the week's news affect a potential 2024 run and the cracks in American democracy? The state of Trump’s affairs McCarthy walks the Trump tightrope American democracy in ‘Peril’
Why we’re talking about Ukraine… again
January 27, 2022 21:19What’s likely to happen next with this intensifying U.S.-Russia conflict? How is Biden’s approach with Ukraine different than past presidents? And why does Ukraine seem to come up over and over again in modern American politics? Biden faces no easy options on Ukraine The presidential power to strike Biden vowed a smooth exit from Afghanistan. Now what?
Biden’s struggle to tackle ‘four historic crises’ at once
January 21, 2022 00:37After one year in office — with the country still facing several historic crises, simultaneously — Washington Post reporters set out to answer this question: What has Biden done about the four crises he pledged to address? Related reading and episodes After one year in office, what has Biden done about the four crises he pledged to address? ‘A lack of decorum’: Congress in 2021 One year (almost) of Biden’s America
Not everyone’s sold on Biden’s voting rights push. Will it work?
January 13, 2022 20:19President Biden once said the filibuster was an important part of the legislative process. Now, he's urging changes to get legislation passed. How far will his words go in convincing Senate Democrats? Can he change the future of our election laws? ‘A lack of decorum’: Congress in 2021 One year (almost) of Biden’s America Biden promised unity. Voters are still divided.
A son's death, Jan. 6, and a congressman's mission
January 07, 2022 22:37On Jan. 5, 2021, Rep. Jamie Raskin buried his only son. The next day he witnessed firsthand the attack on the Capitol. As we mark a year since the insurrection, we look at how Raskin dealt with his son’s death while serving on democracy’s front lines.
One year later, has Biden’s DOJ brought enough justice?
January 06, 2022 23:09Where things stand one year after the Jan. 6 attacks on the Capitol? How much has Biden’s administration done to understand what led to the events of that day? And how far has it gone to prevent another major attack on our democracy? Related reading A year later, are the guardrails that protect democracy real or illusory? The attack on the Capitol: A guide to what we now know
The Exit
December 22, 2021 17:00In the last episode of our series from October about President Biden and the War in Afghanistan, he takes the reins as commander-in-chief and withdraws U.S. forces. Biden rethinks his stance on military intervention and America’s role in the world.
The War
December 21, 2021 17:00In the second episode of our October series about President Biden and the War in Afghanistan, we look at the years after the Sept. 11 attacks when Biden called for a major nation-building effort. Over time, though, he begins to doubt his own instincts.
The Senator
December 20, 2021 15:26On the 20th anniversary of the first U.S. strikes on Afghanistan, this three-part series explores President Biden's career as it intertwines with the war there. He ultimately chose to end the ‘forever war.’ But what role did he have in starting it?
‘A lack of decorum’: Congress in 2021
December 16, 2021 20:42Where did Congress succeed this year and where did our governing body fall short? What does party extremism in the Capitol mean for gridlock? And is the existing American system still the best means to govern our country? Related episodes and reading One year (almost) of Biden’s America Prices are going up. Can Biden bring them down? Are we too divided for unity?
Are we too divided for unity?
December 09, 2021 19:49President Biden pledged to unify the country, and to do it amid tense racial and cultural division. How far has Biden come on that promise? Will he move toward more aggressively tackling social issues in year 2? Related episodes and reading One year (almost) of Biden’s America Prices are going up. Can Biden bring them down? Biden promised unity. Voters are still divided.
One year (almost) of Biden’s America
December 02, 2021 22:51President Biden ran on the promise of returning the nation back to"normal." How far has Biden come? Washington Post White House reporters Ashley Parker, Annie Linskey and Sean Sullivan chat about where things stand nearly a year into Biden's presidency. Prices are going up. Can Biden bring them down? Biden’s climate agenda is bold. Is it enough? Biden vowed a smooth exit from Afghanistan. Now what?
The state of Trump’s affairs
November 24, 2021 14:00A close look at the state of Donald Trump post-presidency — his businesses, his finances, the ongoing criminal investigations into his actions and how all of those things could affect a potential political comeback.
Prices are going up. Can Biden bring them down?
November 18, 2021 19:32What levers do presidents have to slow inflation? How much of our current economic situation can be attributed to President Biden’s policies and what can he really do to change the course of the American economy in the months ahead? Inflation emerges as defining economic challenge of Biden presidency White House takes aim at oil industry as gas prices create economic and politics rifts
Are Biden's vaccine mandates an overreach of presidential power?
November 11, 2021 14:00Now that the Biden administration has released rules for vaccine and testing mandates, court battles are starting to heat up. The Post’s labor reporter, and a legal expert, weigh in on what the future might hold for Biden’s vaccine workforce rules. Related episodes and reading Biden mandates vaccines for millions. Can he do that? Legal battle over Biden’s vax-or-test mandate for businesses is just beginning GOP-appointed judges freeze Biden vaccine requirement after federal lawsuit
Biden promised unity. Voters are still divided.
November 03, 2021 21:02In a major upset for Democrats Tuesday, Republican Glenn Youngkin eked out a victory in Virginia’s gubernatorial race. Today, we look at the results of that election, and others, to understand the nation one year after the divisive 2020 elections. Elections spur doubts for Biden’s agenda, party’s outlook A sobering reality hits Democrats
McCarthy walks the Trump tightrope
October 28, 2021 19:30McCarthy says he can recapture the House, but navigating an unpredictable former President Trump and keeping donors happy at the same time is sizable challenge. McCarthy wants to win in 2022 and unify the Republican party. Can he do that? Would-be speaker Kevin McCarthy walks the Trump tightrope, pursuing a GOP House The voter-fraud allegation that perfectly captures the post-2020 Republican Party One big threat to Biden’s agenda: The map
The Exit
October 21, 2021 15:59In the last episode of our series about President Biden and the War in Afghanistan, he takes the reins as commander-in-chief and withdraws U.S. forces. Ultimately, Biden rethinks his stance on military intervention and America’s role in the world. Listen to Part One: The Senator and Part Two: The War.
The War
October 14, 2021 16:00In the second episode of our series about President Biden and the War in Afghanistan, we look at the years after the Sept. 11 attacks when Biden called for a major nation-building effort. Over time, though, he begins to doubt his own instincts. Related links: Part One: The Senator
American democracy in ‘Peril’
September 30, 2021 19:44Journalists Bob Woodward and Robert Costa uncovered details about the tumultuous transition of power from President Trump to President Biden in their new book, "Peril." They reveal how close we came to constitutional and international crises. Top general was fearful Trump might spark war, new book says Thousands have been evacuated from Afghanistan. Where will they go? The presidential power to strike
Biden’s climate agenda is bold. Is it enough?
September 23, 2021 13:00In this episode, as President Biden address the U.N. for the first time since taking office, we revisit a conversation from August about the climate’s "unprecedented" state and Biden’s big goals toward repairing it. Can his agenda succeed?
Biden mandates vaccines for millions. Can he do that?
September 16, 2021 13:00How can vaccine mandates effectively be enforced across the country? What precedent is there in history and law? And how do Americans and business owners feel about President Biden's executive orders mandating immunization? Biden announces sweeping new vaccine mandates for businesses, federal workers Biden’s ratings sag and workers split on vaccine mandates, Post-ABC poll finds
America’s Song, Part 2
September 10, 2021 16:00With his performance of “God Bless America” during Game 3 of the 2001 World Series, New York City Police Department Officer Daniel Rodriguez comforted a nation still grieving in the wake of 9/11. It felt like a timeless moment. Instead, it proved fleeting. Twenty years later, the reasons for that tell a sad American story of political divisions and the embellished patriotism that now polarizes sports. The weight of it all can be felt through the struggles of Rodriguez, a man still trying to ...
America’s Song, Part 1
September 09, 2021 18:00With his performance of “God Bless America” during Game 3 of the 2001 World Series, New York City Police Department Officer Daniel Rodriguez comforted a nation still grieving in the wake of 9/11. It felt like a timeless moment. Instead, it proved fleeting. Twenty years later, the reasons for that tell a sad American story of political divisions and the embellished patriotism that now polarizes sports. The weight of it all can be felt through the struggles of Rodriguez, a man still trying to ...