Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast
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Dean Jelani Cobb on Journalism School and the DuPont-Columbia Awards
January 26, 2024 14:09 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBLast night at Columbia University, they handed out this year’s DuPont-Columbia Awards for excellence in broadcast and digital journalism. On Today's Show: The host of the ceremony, Jelani Cobb, dean of the Journalism School at Columbia University and a staff writer at The New Yorker, talks about some of the winners and the work of journalists today.
National Takeaways From The Special Election For George Santos's House Seat
January 25, 2024 18:45 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBPolitical observers have their eyes on the special election to replace George Santos in New York's 3rd Congressional district in case it serves as a bellwether for November's elections. On Today's Show: Abby Livingston, Puck News reporter on political campaigns and Congress, talks about that and shares analysis of media buys and other spending by each candidate and their supporters.
National Takeaways From The Special Election For George Santos's House Seat
January 25, 2024 13:26 - 21 minutes - 20.3 MBPolitical observers have their eyes on the special election to replace George Santos in New York's 3rd Congressional district in case it serves as a bellwether for November's elections. On Today's Show: Abby Livingston, Puck News reporter on political campaigns and Congress, talks about that and shares analysis of media buys and other spending by each candidate and their supporters.
In A Way, It’s Day One For Nikki Haley, Plus Why You Should Watch A Trump Rally
January 24, 2024 18:52 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBA longtime GOP-beat politics reporter unpacks the New Hampshire primary results, and what it means for the Republican Party's ongoing nomination contest. On Today's Show: McKay Coppins, staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of Romney: A Reckoning (Simon & Schuster, 2023), talks about the results from Tuesday's presidential primary in New Hampshire and its implications for the race for the presidency.
In A Way, It’s Day One For Nikki Haley, Plus Why You Should Watch A Trump Rally
January 24, 2024 13:26 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBA longtime GOP-beat politics reporter unpacks the New Hampshire primary results, and what it means for the Republican Party's ongoing nomination contest. On Today's Show: McKay Coppins, staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of Romney: A Reckoning (Simon & Schuster, 2023), talks about the results from Tuesday's presidential primary in New Hampshire and its implications for the race for the presidency.
NJ Rep. Mikie Sherrill on AI Deepfakes in Porn and in Politics
January 23, 2024 20:16 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBThis election season, artificial intelligence technology could pose consequences for the political disinformation landscape. On Today's Show: U.S. Representative (D, NJ-11) Mikie Sherrill talks about the latest issues at play in Congress, including aid for Israel and Ukraine, the southern border, the potential deal for an expanded child tax credit and more.
NJ Rep. Mikie Sherrill on AI Deepfakes in Porn and in Politics
January 23, 2024 14:31 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBThis election season, artificial intelligence technology could pose consequences for the political disinformation landscape. On Today's Show: U.S. Representative (D, NJ-11) Mikie Sherrill talks about the latest issues at play in Congress, including aid for Israel and Ukraine, the southern border, the potential deal for an expanded child tax credit and more.
Who Are The Houthis and Why Is The U.S. At War With Them?
January 22, 2024 20:01 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBThere are many conflicts happening in the Middle East right now besides the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. On Today's Show: Robin Wright, contributing writer and columnist for The New Yorker and distinguished fellow at Woodrow Wilson Center and U.S. Institute of Peace, offers analysis of the hostilities, how the United States is involved and what else could go wrong.
Who Are The Houthis and Why Is The U.S. At War With Them?
January 22, 2024 14:59 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBThere are many conflicts happening in the Middle East right now besides the war between Israel and Hamas in Gaza. On Today's Show: Robin Wright, contributing writer and columnist for The New Yorker and distinguished fellow at Woodrow Wilson Center and U.S. Institute of Peace, offers analysis of the hostilities, how the United States is involved and what else could go wrong.
Maybe: Trump Was Found By A Jury To Have Committed Sexual Assault. Who Cares and Who Doesn’t?
January 19, 2024 18:56 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBWriter E. Jean Carroll is taking former President Donald Trump back to court, this time focusing on what damages, if any, Trump must pay Carroll for defaming her. On Today's Show: Andrea Bernstein, journalist reporting on Trump legal matters for NPR, host of "We Don't Talk About Leonard" podcast from ProPublica & On The Media (previous podcasts: Will be Wild and Trump, Inc) and the author of American Oligarchs: The Kushners, The Trumps and the Marriage of Money and Power (W. W. Norton & Co...
Maybe: Trump Was Found By A Jury To Have Committed Sexual Assault. Who Cares and Who Doesn’t?
January 19, 2024 12:28 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBWriter E. Jean Carroll is taking former President Donald Trump back to court, this time focusing on what damages, if any, Trump must pay Carroll for defaming her. On Today's Show: Andrea Bernstein, journalist reporting on Trump legal matters for NPR, host of "We Don't Talk About Leonard" podcast from ProPublica & On The Media (previous podcasts: Will be Wild and Trump, Inc) and the author of American Oligarchs: The Kushners, The Trumps and the Marriage of Money and Power (W. W. Norton & Co...
Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand Blames Iran and Hamas For Civilian War Deaths
January 18, 2024 19:12New York State's junior senator takes calls from listeners on the business of Congress, and on the U.S.'s priorities in the Middle East. On Today's Show: U.S. Senator Kirsten Gillibrand (D NY), talks about her work in Washington, U.S. Middle East policy, funding negotiations, and more.
With A Child Tax Credit Deal Near, Why The US Supports Families Less Than Other Countries
January 17, 2024 19:22 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBA bipartisan deal is in the works to expand the child tax credit in a way that would largely benefit low-income families. On Today's Show: Dylan Matthews, senior correspondent and lead writer for Vox's "Future Perfect" section, talks about how it would work, how advocates say it would lift children out poverty, the corporate tax cuts that are part of the deal and whether it will pass the divided Congress.
With A Child Tax Credit Deal Near, Why The US Supports Families Less Than Other Countries
January 17, 2024 14:19 - 23 minutes - 21.7 MBA bipartisan deal is in the works to expand the child tax credit in a way that would largely benefit low-income families. On Today's Show: Dylan Matthews, senior correspondent and lead writer for Vox's "Future Perfect" section, talks about how it would work, how advocates say it would lift children out poverty, the corporate tax cuts that are part of the deal and whether it will pass the divided Congress.
Republicans Overwhelmingly Agree With Trump About “Poisoning Our Blood”
January 16, 2024 19:30 - 22 minutes - 20.8 MBAs polls predicted, Trump has come out on top at the Iowa caucuses, and the candidates are now headed to New Hampshire. On Today's Show: Amber Phillips, Washington Post political reporter and author of The 5-Minute Fix newsletter, breaks down the results of the Iowa caucuses and what they signal about how GOP voters are feeling and the election year ahead.
Republicans Overwhelmingly Agree With Trump About “Poisoning Our Blood”
January 16, 2024 14:13 - 22 minutes - 21 MBAs polls predicted, Trump has come out on top at the Iowa caucuses, and the candidates are now headed to New Hampshire. On Today's Show: Amber Phillips, Washington Post political reporter and author of The 5-Minute Fix newsletter, breaks down the results of the Iowa caucuses and what they signal about how GOP voters are feeling and the election year ahead.
MLK Day Meets First Presidential Votes in Iowa
January 15, 2024 17:35 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBWith extreme cold weather in Iowa on the day of their caucuses, listeners with ties to the state share their takes on the election, and the nomination system. On Today's Show: Christina Greer, associate professor of political science at Fordham University, Moynihan Public Scholars fellow at City College, CUNY, host of the podcast FAQNYC, host of The Blackest Questions podcast on the Grio, previews the Iowa caucuses, plus discusses New York State's new task force to study reparations.
MLK Day Meets First Presidential Votes in Iowa
January 15, 2024 12:19 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBWith extreme cold weather in Iowa on the day of their caucuses, listeners with ties to the state share their takes on the election, and the nomination system. On Today's Show: Christina Greer, associate professor of political science at Fordham University, Moynihan Public Scholars fellow at City College, CUNY, host of the podcast FAQNYC, host of The Blackest Questions podcast on the Grio, previews the Iowa caucuses, plus discusses New York State's new task force to study reparations.
The Guardian’s World Affairs Editor on Genocide Claims and US Houthi Strikes
January 12, 2024 18:52 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBSouth Africa has brought a case to the International Court of Justice accusing Israel of committing a genocide against Palestinians living in the occupied territories. On Today's Show: Julian Borger, world affairs editor at The Guardian, discusses the hearings at the ICJ and why Israel has decided to engage in the debate rather than ignore the accusations entirely.
The Guardian’s World Affairs Editor on Genocide Claims and US Houthi Strikes
January 12, 2024 13:42 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBSouth Africa has brought a case to the International Court of Justice accusing Israel of committing a genocide against Palestinians living in the occupied territories. On Today's Show: Julian Borger, world affairs editor at The Guardian, discusses the hearings at the ICJ and why Israel has decided to engage in the debate rather than ignore the accusations entirely.
Why Chris Christie Probably Didn’t Mind Losing
January 11, 2024 18:55 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBIt's the week before the Iowa caucuses and Donald Trump is still skipping debates. On Today's Show: Aaron Blake, author of "The Campaign Moment" Newsletter and senior political reporter for The Washington Post, recaps the latest debate between Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis, Trump's town hall and more campaign news ahead of a big few weeks for the candidates.
Why Chris Christie Probably Didn’t Mind Losing
January 11, 2024 13:04 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBIt's the week before the Iowa caucuses and Donald Trump is still skipping debates. On Today's Show: Aaron Blake, author of "The Campaign Moment" Newsletter and senior political reporter for The Washington Post, recaps the latest debate between Nikki Haley and Ron DeSantis, Trump's town hall and more campaign news ahead of a big few weeks for the candidates.
The NRA On Trial In New York. Will It Matter To Gun Laws?
January 10, 2024 19:54 - 22 minutes - 20.9 MBA civil lawsuit is underway in New York which alleges misappropriation of funds on a grand scale by the National Rifle Association's leadership. On Today's Show: Stephen Gutowski, founder of The Reload, an independent publication focused on firearms policy and politics, breaks down the details of the trial and its national implications.
The NRA On Trial In New York. Will It Matter To Gun Laws?
January 10, 2024 14:09 - 22 minutes - 21 MBA civil lawsuit is underway in New York which alleges misappropriation of funds on a grand scale by the National Rifle Association's leadership. On Today's Show: Stephen Gutowski, founder of The Reload, an independent publication focused on firearms policy and politics, breaks down the details of the trial and its national implications.
Listening To The Case For Disruptive Direct Action For The Climate
January 09, 2024 17:00 - 17 minutes - 16.4 MBOn Today's Show: Dana Fisher, director of the Center for Environment, Community, and Equity and a professor in the School of International Service at American University and the author of the forthcoming Saving Ourselves: From Climate Shocks to Climate Action (Columbia University Press, 2024), talks about the role of climate activists in the 2024 presidential race and in combatting climate change in general.
Listening To The Case For Disruptive Direct Action For The Climate
January 09, 2024 12:00 - 17 minutes - 16.5 MBOn Today's Show: Dana Fisher, director of the Center for Environment, Community, and Equity and a professor in the School of International Service at American University and the author of the forthcoming Saving Ourselves: From Climate Shocks to Climate Action (Columbia University Press, 2024), talks about the role of climate activists in the 2024 presidential race and in combatting climate change in general.
Why Trump’s Civil War Comments May Be Worse Than Nikki Haley’s and Other Monday Politics
January 08, 2024 20:48 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBOn Today's Show: Luke Broadwater, congressional correspondent for The New York Times, talks about Donald Trump's recent comments regarding the cause of the Civil War as well as House Democrats' report on Trump's violation of the Emoluments Clause.
Why Trump’s Civil War Comments May Be Worse Than Nikki Haley’s and Other Monday Politics
January 08, 2024 14:01 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBOn Today's Show: Luke Broadwater, congressional correspondent for The New York Times, talks about Donald Trump's recent comments regarding the cause of the Civil War as well as House Democrats' report on Trump's violation of the Emoluments Clause.
What to Expect From Elections Around the World in 2024
January 05, 2024 19:20 - 23 minutes - 21.8 MBOver 60 countries are set to vote in 2024, with many threatening to slide into "illiberal democracies." On Today's Show: Ishaan Tharoor, foreign affairs columnist at The Washington Post, and the author of the Today's WorldView newsletter and column, ticks through the list and what to expect from a global policy perspective in countries including Britain, India, South Africa, Mexico and the United States.
What to Expect From Elections Around the World in 2024
January 05, 2024 02:00 - 23 minutes - 22 MBOver 60 countries are set to vote in 2024, with many threatening to slide into "illiberal democracies." On Today's Show: Ishaan Tharoor, foreign affairs columnist at The Washington Post, and the author of the Today's WorldView newsletter and column, ticks through the list and what to expect from a global policy perspective in countries including Britain, India, South Africa, Mexico and the United States.
Paul Krugman On The Nation’s 34 Trillion Dollar Debt
January 04, 2024 18:55 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBThe national debt has just surpassed $34 trillion for the first time. On Today's Show: Paul Krugman, Nobel laureate in economics, New York Times columnist, distinguished professor at the City University of New York Graduate Center, and the author of (now in paperback) Arguing with Zombies: Economics, Politics, and the Fight for a Better Future (W. W. Norton & Company, 2020), explains how that happened and where inflation may be headed in 2024.
Paul Krugman On The Nation’s 34 Trillion Dollar Debt
January 04, 2024 13:52 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBThe national debt has just surpassed $34 trillion for the first time. On Today's Show: Paul Krugman, Nobel laureate in economics, New York Times columnist, distinguished professor at the City University of New York Graduate Center, and the author of (now in paperback) Arguing with Zombies: Economics, Politics, and the Fight for a Better Future (W. W. Norton & Company, 2020), explains how that happened and where inflation may be headed in 2024.
'Hallucinating' For Michael Cohen and Other AI News
January 03, 2024 19:24 - 18 minutes - 16.6 MBWith a US presidential election coming up, and with issues related to AI generated content working their way through US courts, we look at how Europe is addressing AI policy concerns. On Today's Show: Cat Zakrzewski, Washington Post national technology policy reporter, talks about the European Union's AI Act, plus other news involving artificial intelligence.
'Hallucinating' For Michael Cohen and Other AI News
January 03, 2024 14:21 - 18 minutes - 16.7 MBWith a US presidential election coming up, and with issues related to AI generated content working their way through US courts, we look at how Europe is addressing AI policy concerns. On Today's Show: Cat Zakrzewski, Washington Post national technology policy reporter, talks about the European Union's AI Act, plus other news involving artificial intelligence.
The 2024 Election Year Begins: Insights From Astead Herndon's Family 'Focus Group'
January 02, 2024 19:08 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBIt's January 2024 and both the Iowa caucuses and the New Hampshire primary are coming right up. On Today's Show: Astead Herndon, New York Times national politics reporter, host of their politics podcast "The Run-Up" and CNN political analyst, offers analysis of where things stand with the presidential election.
The 2024 Election Year Begins: Insights From Astead Herndon's Family 'Focus Group'
January 02, 2024 14:06 - 20 minutes - 19 MBIt's January 2024 and both the Iowa caucuses and the New Hampshire primary are coming right up. On Today's Show: Astead Herndon, New York Times national politics reporter, host of their politics podcast "The Run-Up" and CNN political analyst, offers analysis of where things stand with the presidential election.
End-Of-Year News Quiz: Have You Been Paying Attention In 2023?
December 28, 2023 18:15 - 12 minutes - 11.2 MBHow well did you pay attention to the news in 2023? On Today's Show: Listeners call in to prove their national news chops on our annual end-of-the-year news quiz.
End-Of-Year News Quiz: Have You Been Paying Attention In 2023?
December 28, 2023 02:00 - 12 minutes - 11.3 MBHow well did you pay attention to the news in 2023? On Today's Show: Listeners call in to prove their national news chops on our annual end-of-the-year news quiz.
Susan Page on Nikki Haley's Chances, Liz Cheney's Future & Biden's Middle East Dilemma
December 27, 2023 18:07 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBA recent poll in New Hampshire showed Nikki Haley just three points behind Donald Trump -- in a hypothetical head-to-head matchup. On Today's Show: Susan Page, USA Today Washington bureau chief and the author of Madam Speaker: Nancy Pelosi and the Lessons of Power (Twelve, 2021), rounds up the latest news from the GOP primary campaigns, Liz Cheney's book tour, and Biden's Middle East policy.
Susan Page on Nikki Haley's Chances, Liz Cheney's Future & Biden's Middle East Dilemma
December 27, 2023 12:45 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBA recent poll in New Hampshire showed Nikki Haley just three points behind Donald Trump -- in a hypothetical head-to-head matchup. On Today's Show: Susan Page, USA Today Washington bureau chief and the author of Madam Speaker: Nancy Pelosi and the Lessons of Power (Twelve, 2021), rounds up the latest news from the GOP primary campaigns, Liz Cheney's book tour, and Biden's Middle East policy.
Masha Gessen on Israel, Gaza and The “Politics of Memory” in Europe
December 22, 2023 19:51 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBNew Yorker staff writer Masha Gessen recently received a German literary prize, but the ceremony was delayed after the Russian-American writer compared Gaza to a Nazi-era ghetto. On Today's Show: Gessen discusses how the memory of the Holocaust complicates calls for a cease-fire, support for Palestinians, Zionism and antisemitism.
Masha Gessen on Israel, Gaza and The “Politics of Memory” in Europe
December 22, 2023 12:40 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBNew Yorker staff writer Masha Gessen recently received a German literary prize, but the ceremony was delayed after the Russian-American writer compared Gaza to a Nazi-era ghetto. On Today's Show: Gessen discusses how the memory of the Holocaust complicates calls for a cease-fire, support for Palestinians, Zionism and antisemitism.
Elie Mystal On Colorado’s Supreme Court Barring Trump From The Ballot
December 21, 2023 21:22 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBEarlier this week the Colorado Supreme Court ruled that Donald Trump cannot appear on the state's primary ballot, because of his role in inciting the insurrection on January 6, 2021. On Today's Show: Elie Mystal, justice correspondent and columnist for The Nation magazine and host of the new podcast, Contempt of Court with Elie Mystal, and author of Allow Me to Retort: A Black Guy's Guide to the Constitution (New Press, 2022), offers legal analysis of the case, and how the Supreme Court of ...
Elie Mystal On Colorado’s Supreme Court Barring Trump From The Ballot
December 21, 2023 16:07 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBEarlier this week the Colorado Supreme Court ruled that Donald Trump cannot appear on the state's primary ballot, because of his role in inciting the insurrection on January 6, 2021. On Today's Show: Elie Mystal, justice correspondent and columnist for The Nation magazine and host of the new podcast, Contempt of Court with Elie Mystal, and author of Allow Me to Retort: A Black Guy's Guide to the Constitution (New Press, 2022), offers legal analysis of the case, and how the Supreme Court of ...
A Palestinian-American Journalist and Activist On So Many Deaths In So Little Time
December 20, 2023 18:45 - 22 minutes - 20.6 MBHow are some Palestinians thinking about the disparate treatment between pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian demonstrators receive? On Today's Show: Hebh Jamal, a Palestinian-American advocate and journalist living in Germany, discusses her piece titled “A Letter to my Gazan Son,” her experiences of anti-Palestinian repression in Germany, and her latest analysis on the situation in Gaza.
A Palestinian-American Journalist and Activist On So Many Deaths In So Little Time
December 20, 2023 13:21 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBHow are some Palestinians thinking about the disparate treatment between pro-Israel and pro-Palestinian demonstrators receive? On Today's Show: Hebh Jamal, a Palestinian-American advocate and journalist living in Germany, discusses her piece titled “A Letter to my Gazan Son,” her experiences of anti-Palestinian repression in Germany, and her latest analysis on the situation in Gaza.
Immigration Expert Busts Myths From Left and Right
December 19, 2023 19:11 - 20 minutes - 18.7 MBVoters have a lot of thoughts on the consequences of human migration and immigration policies, but often, those ideas are based on false or mistaken assumptions. On Today's Show: Hein de Haas, professor of sociology at the University of Amsterdam and founding member of the International Migration Institute at the University of Oxford and the author of How Migration Really Works: The Facts About the Most Divisive Issue in Politics (Basic Books, 2023), corrects the record about certain immigr...
Immigration Expert Busts Myths From Left and Right
December 19, 2023 12:42 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBVoters have a lot of thoughts on the consequences of human migration and immigration policies, but often, those ideas are based on false or mistaken assumptions. On Today's Show: Hein de Haas, professor of sociology at the University of Amsterdam and founding member of the International Migration Institute at the University of Oxford and the author of How Migration Really Works: The Facts About the Most Divisive Issue in Politics (Basic Books, 2023), corrects the record about certain immigr...
Biden’s 'Chill' Campaign vs. The Democrats' 'Effing Bed-Wetters'
December 18, 2023 19:19 - 19 minutes - 18.2 MBDespite dismal poll numbers at this early stage, President Biden's reelection campaign is full of staffers who feel confident in his chances for 2024. On Today's Show: Gabriel Debenedetti, national correspondent at New York Magazine and author of The Long Alliance: The Imperfect Union of Joe Biden and Barack Obama (Henry Holt and Co., 2022), shares his latest reporting on the Democrats' plans for the coming presidential election cycle.
Biden’s 'Chill' Campaign vs. The Democrats' 'Effing Bed-Wetters'
December 18, 2023 13:47 - 19 minutes - 18.4 MBDespite dismal poll numbers at this early stage, President Biden's reelection campaign is full of staffers who feel confident in his chances for 2024. On Today's Show: Gabriel Debenedetti, national correspondent at New York Magazine and author of The Long Alliance: The Imperfect Union of Joe Biden and Barack Obama (Henry Holt and Co., 2022), shares his latest reporting on the Democrats' plans for the coming presidential election cycle.