Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast
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A Big Week At The Supreme Court Part Two: Why The January 6th Riot Might Not Count As Obstructing Congress
December 15, 2023 16:04 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBIn its upcoming term, the Supreme Court will hear a case related to former President Trump's legal exposure for his behavior leading to the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. On Today's Show: Elie Honig, senior legal analyst at CNN, host of the CAFE podcast "Up Against The Mob," former New Jersey and federal prosecutor and author of Untouchable: How Powerful People Get Away With It (Harper, 2023), offers legal analysis of some cases the Supreme Court agreed to hear.
A Big Week At The Supreme Court Part Two: Why The January 6th Riot Might Not Count As Obstructing Congress
December 15, 2023 10:13 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBIn its upcoming term, the Supreme Court will hear a case related to former President Trump's legal exposure for his behavior leading to the Jan. 6 attack on the Capitol. On Today's Show: Elie Honig, senior legal analyst at CNN, host of the CAFE podcast "Up Against The Mob," former New Jersey and federal prosecutor and author of Untouchable: How Powerful People Get Away With It (Harper, 2023), offers legal analysis of some cases the Supreme Court agreed to hear.
A Big Week At The Supreme Court Part One: SCOTUS Could Restrict Abortion Pills Nationwide
December 14, 2023 17:54 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBThe Supreme Court accepted a case for the upcoming term related to the availability by mail of the abortion medicine mifepristone. On Today's Show: Elie Honig, senior legal analyst at CNN, host of the CAFE podcast "Up Against The Mob," former New Jersey and federal prosecutor and author of Untouchable: How Powerful People Get Away With It (Harper, 2023), offers legal analysis of some cases the Supreme Court agreed to hear.
A Big Week At The Supreme Court Part One: SCOTUS Could Restrict Abortion Pills Nationwide
December 14, 2023 12:49 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBThe Supreme Court accepted a case for the upcoming term related to the availability by mail of the abortion medicine mifepristone. On Today's Show: Elie Honig, senior legal analyst at CNN, host of the CAFE podcast "Up Against The Mob," former New Jersey and federal prosecutor and author of Untouchable: How Powerful People Get Away With It (Harper, 2023), offers legal analysis of some cases the Supreme Court agreed to hear.
Can The U.N. Protect Civilians In The Israel-Hamas War?
December 13, 2023 18:13 - 21 minutes - 19.6 MBWhat does the global community of nations see as its role in brokering a ceasefire in Gaza, and what other options are key players on the international stage pursuing? On Today's Show: Farnaz Fassihi, United Nations bureau chief for The New York Times, breaks down the role of the United Nations in the war between Israel and Hamas.
Can The U.N. Protect Civilians In The Israel-Hamas War?
December 13, 2023 12:57 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBWhat does the global community of nations see as its role in brokering a ceasefire in Gaza, and what other options are key players on the international stage pursuing? On Today's Show: Farnaz Fassihi, United Nations bureau chief for The New York Times, breaks down the role of the United Nations in the war between Israel and Hamas.
The Humanitarian Situation In Gaza, Per A Journalist And CARE International
December 12, 2023 17:55 - 21 minutes - 20 MBWith US officials reportedly saying that they expect Israel's offensive in Gaza to continue into the new year, we examine the needs of civilians caught in the middle. On Today's Show: Miriam Berger, reporter on the Washington Post's foreign news desk, talks about the conditions on the ground in Gaza, and what U.S. and other officials are doing to urge Israel to change its strategy. Then, Deepmala Mahla, Chief Humanitarian Officer at CARE, discusses the acute humanitarian needs of Gazans, ...
The Humanitarian Situation In Gaza, Per A Journalist And CARE International
December 12, 2023 12:27 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBWith US officials reportedly saying that they expect Israel's offensive in Gaza to continue into the new year, we examine the needs of civilians caught in the middle. On Today's Show: Miriam Berger, reporter on the Washington Post's foreign news desk, talks about the conditions on the ground in Gaza, and what U.S. and other officials are doing to urge Israel to change its strategy. Then, Deepmala Mahla, Chief Humanitarian Officer at CARE, discusses the acute humanitarian needs of Gazans, ...
UPenn President Resigns Over “Genocide” Speech Controversy. We Discuss.
December 11, 2023 17:52 - 23 minutes - 21.3 MBOn Wednesday, the presidents of three top universities testified before Congress about antisemitism on campus, and their responses provoked severe backlash. On Today's Show: Michelle Goldberg, New York Times Op-Ed columnist and co-host of "The Argument" podcast goes beyond the soundbites to give context on the line of questioning that led to their controversial responses.
UPenn President Resigns Over “Genocide” Speech Controversy. We Discuss.
December 11, 2023 12:47 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBOn Wednesday, the presidents of three top universities testified before Congress about antisemitism on campus, and their responses provoked severe backlash. On Today's Show: Michelle Goldberg, New York Times Op-Ed columnist and co-host of "The Argument" podcast goes beyond the soundbites to give context on the line of questioning that led to their controversial responses.
The Politics and Economics of The “Frozen” Housing Market
December 08, 2023 19:29 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBMortgage rates are high, and housing supply is low, which means buying a home is particularly unaffordable right now. On Today's Show: Annie Lowrey, staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of Give People Money: How a Universal Basic Income Would End Poverty, Revolutionize Work, and Remake the World (Crown, 2018), explains why this is, and why it may not get better any time soon.
The Politics and Economics of The “Frozen” Housing Market
December 08, 2023 14:24 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBMortgage rates are high, and housing supply is low, which means buying a home is particularly unaffordable right now. On Today's Show: Annie Lowrey, staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of Give People Money: How a Universal Basic Income Would End Poverty, Revolutionize Work, and Remake the World (Crown, 2018), explains why this is, and why it may not get better any time soon.
What Could Trump Do With “Dictator” Powers He Said He’d Use On Day One?
December 07, 2023 19:34 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBIn a recent interview, former President Trump declined to say that he wouldn't use his presidential powers for "retribution." On Today's Show: Joseph Zeballos-Roig, domestic policy and politics reporter at Semafor, talks about the latest national political news, including recent developments in Congress over border control, a Donald Trump interview with Sean Hannity, and last night's GOP primary debate.
What Could Trump Do With “Dictator” Powers He Said He’d Use On Day One?
December 07, 2023 12:31 - 19 minutes - 18.1 MBIn a recent interview, former President Trump declined to say that he wouldn't use his presidential powers for "retribution." On Today's Show: Joseph Zeballos-Roig, domestic policy and politics reporter at Semafor, talks about the latest national political news, including recent developments in Congress over border control, a Donald Trump interview with Sean Hannity, and last night's GOP primary debate.
Congress Debates War and Border Funding And If Colleges Should Allow Students To Advocate Genocide
December 06, 2023 19:26 - 19 minutes - 18.3 MBVarious question about the Israel-Hamas war have made their way to Congress, and to college campuses in recent weeks. On Today's Show: Jake Sherman, co-founder of Punchbowl News and the co-host of the "Daily Punch" podcast by Punchbowl News, talks about recent Congressional news including foreign aid votes and conditions, and yesterday's hearing with the leaders of three prominent universities on antisemitism.
Congress Debates War and Border Funding And If Colleges Should Allow Students To Advocate Genocide
December 06, 2023 14:16 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBVarious question about the Israel-Hamas war have made their way to Congress, and to college campuses in recent weeks. On Today's Show: Jake Sherman, co-founder of Punchbowl News and the co-host of the "Daily Punch" podcast by Punchbowl News, talks about recent Congressional news including foreign aid votes and conditions, and yesterday's hearing with the leaders of three prominent universities on antisemitism.
Why Is The Head Of An Oil Company Running The COP28 Climate Conference?
December 05, 2023 17:00 - 23 minutes - 21.4 MBThe 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) is underway in Dubai. On Today's Show: Nina Lakhani, senior climate justice reporter at The Guardian U.S., breaks down the latest from conference, including a deep dive into the president of the U.N. climate talks, Sultan al-Jaber's, ties to the fossil fuel industry.
Why Is The Head Of An Oil Company Running The COP28 Climate Conference?
December 05, 2023 15:41 - 23 minutes - 21.5 MBThe 2023 United Nations Climate Change Conference (COP28) is underway in Dubai. On Today's Show: Nina Lakhani, senior climate justice reporter at The Guardian U.S., breaks down the latest from conference, including a deep dive into the president of the U.N. climate talks, Sultan al-Jaber's, ties to the fossil fuel industry.
Is It Anti-Semitic To Equate Zionism With Colonialism?
December 04, 2023 17:00 - 19 minutes - 17.7 MBWith divisions on the American left over how to talk about Zionism, our guest discusses the history of Jews in the region, and cautions pro-Palestinian activists to avoid anti-Semitism. On Today's Show: Alexis Grenell co-founder of Pythia Public, a political and public affairs firm, columnist for The Nation, explains her objections to how some on the left are approaching the conflict between Israel and Hamas, and where she thinks some criticism veers into anti-Semitism.
Is It Anti-Semitic To Equate Zionism With Colonialism?
December 04, 2023 15:30 - 19 minutes - 17.9 MBWith divisions on the American left over how to talk about Zionism, our guest discusses the history of Jews in the region, and cautions pro-Palestinian activists to avoid anti-Semitism. On Today's Show: Alexis Grenell co-founder of Pythia Public, a political and public affairs firm, columnist for The Nation, explains her objections to how some on the left are approaching the conflict between Israel and Hamas, and where she thinks some criticism veers into anti-Semitism.
A Democratic Socialists of America Leader On Their Approach To Israel vs. Hamas
December 01, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBThere's no shortage of discussion when it comes to the left's fissures on Israel. On Today's Show: Jeremy Cohan, co-chair of NYC-DSA's steering committee, explains the Democratic Socialists of America's pro-Palestine stance and their involvement in a widely criticized Manhattan protest the day after the October 7th attacks. Plus: JC shares an inside look at how the organization decides upon their policy stances, how they work with endorsed elected officials, and their broader vision for our...
A Democratic Socialists of America Leader On Their Approach To Israel vs. Hamas
December 01, 2023 15:35 - 21 minutes - 19.8 MBThere's no shortage of discussion when it comes to the left's fissures on Israel. On Today's Show: Jeremy Cohan, co-chair of NYC-DSA's steering committee, explains the Democratic Socialists of America's pro-Palestine stance and their involvement in a widely criticized Manhattan protest the day after the October 7th attacks. Plus: JC shares an inside look at how the organization decides upon their policy stances, how they work with endorsed elected officials, and their broader vision for our...
The Pros and Cons of Expelling George Santos
November 30, 2023 19:38 - 20 minutes - 19 MBA looming vote could possibly remove George Santos from Congress over his numerous lies and now campaign fraud related indictments. On Today's Show: Sarah Longwell, political strategist, founder of Republican Voters Against Trump and publisher of the "The Bulwark," talks about 2024 politics, including voter opinion heading into early GOP primaries, polarization across and within parties, and the effect of 3rd party candidates on the presidential contest.
The Pros and Cons of Expelling George Santos
November 30, 2023 13:50 - 20 minutes - 19.1 MBA looming vote could possibly remove George Santos from Congress over his numerous lies and now campaign fraud related indictments. On Today's Show: Sarah Longwell, political strategist, founder of Republican Voters Against Trump and publisher of the "The Bulwark," talks about 2024 politics, including voter opinion heading into early GOP primaries, polarization across and within parties, and the effect of 3rd party candidates on the presidential contest.
Sen. Gillibrand on Freeing More Hostages, Protecting Palestinian Civilians
November 28, 2023 19:43 - 22 minutes - 20.2 MBUpdates and analysis from a New York lawmaker involved in some key foreign policy and military congressional committees. On Today's Show: Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D NY), responds to questions about Israel's war in Gaza, healthcare, asylum seekers, and more.
Sen. Gillibrand on Freeing More Hostages, Protecting Palestinian Civilians
November 28, 2023 14:38 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBUpdates and analysis from a New York lawmaker involved in some key foreign policy and military congressional committees. On Today's Show: Sen. Kirsten Gillibrand (D NY), responds to questions about Israel's war in Gaza, healthcare, asylum seekers, and more.
Israel, Biden And The Domestic Politics Of US Foreign Policy In The Middle East
November 27, 2023 20:30 - 19 minutes - 17.5 MBThe ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war appears to be holding, as several rounds of prisoner/hostage swaps have been underway. On Today's Show: Molly Ball, senior political correspondent for The Wall Street Journal recaps the latest political news after the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, including how the latest developments in the Middle East are impacting congressional and presidential politics here in the US.
Israel, Biden And The Domestic Politics Of US Foreign Policy In The Middle East
November 27, 2023 15:19 - 19 minutes - 17.6 MBThe ceasefire in the Israel-Hamas war appears to be holding, as several rounds of prisoner/hostage swaps have been underway. On Today's Show: Molly Ball, senior political correspondent for The Wall Street Journal recaps the latest political news after the Thanksgiving holiday weekend, including how the latest developments in the Middle East are impacting congressional and presidential politics here in the US.
What Do Trump And Argentina's New Anarcho Capitalist President Elect Really Have In Common?
November 22, 2023 20:56 - 20 minutes - 18.5 MBArgentinians have taken a far-right turn in Sunday's presidential election, resulting in the victory of the self-described 'anarcho-capitalist' political newcomer, Javier Milei. On Today's Show: Ana Lankes, Latin America correspondent for The Economist, describes the circumstances that led to Milei's victory, what she learned during her three-hour exclusive interview with him before the election, and what lessons we can gather from the results in Argentina a year ahead of 2024.
What Do Trump And Argentina's New Anarcho Capitalist President Elect Really Have In Common?
November 22, 2023 15:42 - 20 minutes - 18.6 MBArgentinians have taken a far-right turn in Sunday's presidential election, resulting in the victory of the self-described 'anarcho-capitalist' political newcomer, Javier Milei. On Today's Show: Ana Lankes, Latin America correspondent for The Economist, describes the circumstances that led to Milei's victory, what she learned during her three-hour exclusive interview with him before the election, and what lessons we can gather from the results in Argentina a year ahead of 2024.
Open AI’s 'Weird Weekend' And The Future Of Us All
November 21, 2023 20:11 - 20 minutes - 19.2 MBWhy was an influential AI executive removed by his company's board, hired by Microsoft, and is now jockeying for his old job back? On Today's Show: Sara Morrison, a senior Vox reporter who covers data privacy, antitrust, and Big Tech, talks about the firing and hiring of Sam Altman and government efforts to regulate AI.
Open AI’s 'Weird Weekend' And The Future Of Us All
November 21, 2023 15:00 - 21 minutes - 19.4 MBWhy was an influential AI executive removed by his company's board, hired by Microsoft, and is now jockeying for his old job back? On Today's Show: Sara Morrison, a senior Vox reporter who covers data privacy, antitrust, and Big Tech, talks about the firing and hiring of Sam Altman and government efforts to regulate AI.
Is the GOP Running Out of 'Patience Juice?'
November 17, 2023 20:01 - 21 minutes - 19.5 MBA former GOP Congressman who served on the Jan. 6 Select Committee, provides analysis on recent right wing movements, from the Tea Party to Trump. On Today's Show: Adam Kinzinger, former Illinois congressman (2011 to 2023), Air Force veteran, CNN commentator and the author (with Michael D'Antonio) of Renegade: Defending Democracy and Liberty in Our Divided Country (The Open Field, 2023), talks about his new book and the current state of the Republican Party.
Is the GOP Running Out of 'Patience Juice?'
November 17, 2023 14:50 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBA former GOP Congressman who served on the Jan. 6 Select Committee, provides analysis on recent right wing movements, from the Tea Party to Trump. On Today's Show: Adam Kinzinger, former Illinois congressman (2011 to 2023), Air Force veteran, CNN commentator and the author (with Michael D'Antonio) of Renegade: Defending Democracy and Liberty in Our Divided Country (The Open Field, 2023), talks about his new book and the current state of the Republican Party.
Is the Economy Improving? Americans Say 'Yes' and 'No'
November 15, 2023 17:00 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBHow can we explain the gap between some mostly positive economic indicators and how Americans perceive the state of the economy? On Today's Show: James Surowiecki, a contributing writer for The Atlantic and the author of The Wisdom of Crowds, talks about the US economy, and what it means for the politics of today, and the 2024 election.
Is the Economy Improving? Americans Say 'Yes' and 'No'
November 15, 2023 12:00 - 22 minutes - 20.7 MBHow can we explain the gap between some mostly positive economic indicators and how Americans perceive the state of the economy? On Today's Show: James Surowiecki, a contributing writer for The Atlantic and the author of The Wisdom of Crowds, talks about the US economy, and what it means for the politics of today, and the 2024 election.
Ahead of COP28, A "Check-Up" on The Climate Promises Made
November 14, 2023 17:00 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBThe United States announced it will join United Nations guidelines to set up a loss and damage fund due to climate change. On Today's Show: Bob Berwyn, science correspondent for Inside Climate News, breaks down what the U.S. will pledge going into the global COP28 climate talks in Dubai.
Ahead of COP28, A "Check-Up" on The Climate Promises Made
November 14, 2023 15:00 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBThe United States announced it will join United Nations guidelines to set up a loss and damage fund due to climate change. On Today's Show: Bob Berwyn, science correspondent for Inside Climate News, breaks down what the U.S. will pledge going into the global COP28 climate talks in Dubai.
Presidential Politics & Polling
November 13, 2023 17:00 - 22 minutes - 21 MBPeople are still reacting to last week's polls and election returns. On Today's Show: New Yorker staff writer Susan Glasser, who writes their column on life in Biden's Washington and co-anchors a weekly roundtable discussion on "The Political Scene" podcast, and is co-author, with Peter Baker, of The Divider: Trump in the White House, 2017-2021 (Doubleday, 2022), talks about the latest national political news after the long holiday weekend, including the end of Sen. Tim Scott's bid for the...
Presidential Politics & Polling
November 13, 2023 14:22 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBPeople are still reacting to last week's polls and election returns. On Today's Show: New Yorker staff writer Susan Glasser, who writes their column on life in Biden's Washington and co-anchors a weekly roundtable discussion on "The Political Scene" podcast, and is co-author, with Peter Baker, of The Divider: Trump in the White House, 2017-2021 (Doubleday, 2022), talks about the latest national political news after the long holiday weekend, including the end of Sen. Tim Scott's bid for the...
Politics Potpourri: GOP Debate, Tlaib Censure Vote and More
November 10, 2023 18:24 - 26 minutes - 24.4 MBOn Today's Show: USA Today Washington bureau chief Susan Page rounds up the latest news from Washington, from the GOP debate to the House vote to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib.
Politics Potpourri: GOP Debate, Tlaib Censure Vote and More
November 10, 2023 13:12 - 26 minutes - 24.6 MBOn Today's Show: USA Today Washington bureau chief Susan Page rounds up the latest news from Washington, from the GOP debate to the House vote to censure Rep. Rashida Tlaib.
Can We Increase Voter Participation and Trust In Election Results At The Same Time?
November 09, 2023 18:59 - 20 minutes - 18.8 MBOn Today's Show: Andrew Seligsohn, president of Public Agenda, talks about his group's project to ensure participation in voting and restore trust in democracy ahead of the 2024 elections.
Can We Increase Voter Participation and Trust In Election Results At The Same Time?
November 09, 2023 11:42 - 20 minutes - 18.9 MBOn Today's Show: Andrew Seligsohn, president of Public Agenda, talks about his group's project to ensure participation in voting and restore trust in democracy ahead of the 2024 elections.
'Compromise' Abortion Ban Bombs In Virginia
November 08, 2023 18:17 - 21 minutes - 19.7 MBSome electoral races around the country yesterday were influenced by, and will impact questions of reproductive rights. On Today's Show: Shefali Luthra, health reporter covering the intersection of gender and healthcare at the 19th, talks how the issue of abortion affected the outcomes of a few key election races around the country.
'Compromise' Abortion Ban Bombs In Virginia
November 08, 2023 13:07 - 21 minutes - 19.9 MBSome electoral races around the country yesterday were influenced by, and will impact questions of reproductive rights. On Today's Show: Shefali Luthra, health reporter covering the intersection of gender and healthcare at the 19th, talks how the issue of abortion affected the outcomes of a few key election races around the country.
New York State Republicans Want George Santos Out, And More Congressional News
November 03, 2023 17:37 - 22 minutes - 21 MBIt's been a busy week in Congress, with the new House Speaker, a failed attempt by some Republicans to remove Rep. George Santos from office, and more. On Today's Show: Kadia Goba, political reporter at Semafor, reports, and brings her analysis.
New York State Republicans Want George Santos Out, And More Congressional News
November 03, 2023 13:33 - 23 minutes - 21.2 MBIt's been a busy week in Congress, with the new House Speaker, a failed attempt by some Republicans to remove Rep. George Santos from office, and more. On Today's Show: Kadia Goba, political reporter at Semafor, reports, and brings her analysis.
Why Rep. Jim Himes Wants A "Pause" But Not A "Ceasefire" In Israel-Hamas War
November 02, 2023 17:23 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBA local congressman and House Intelligence committee Democrat lays out his opposition to a ceasefire in Gaza, and discusses the United States' role in the conflict. On Today's Show: U.S. Representative Jim Himes (D, CT-4) talks about the Israel-Hamas war.
Why Rep. Jim Himes Wants A "Pause" But Not A "Ceasefire" In Israel-Hamas War
November 02, 2023 16:00 - 24 minutes - 22.1 MBA local congressman and House Intelligence committee Democrat lays out his opposition to a ceasefire in Gaza, and discusses the United States' role in the conflict. On Today's Show: U.S. Representative Jim Himes (D, CT-4) talks about the Israel-Hamas war.