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Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 6/28/24
June 29, 2024 01:52 - 26 minutes - 49.8 MBPresident Biden’s debate goal was to draw the starkest contrast between himself and Donald Trump. Democrats are now melting down over his performance, asking the previously forbidden question: will he leave the race? Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Leigh Ann Caldwell of The Washington Post, Eugene Daniels of Politico, Nikole Killion of CBS News and Mark Leibovich of The Atlantic to discuss more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 6/21/24
June 22, 2024 00:55 - 24 minutes - 34.1 MBWe’re just days away from watching Joe Biden and Donald Trump, two men whose combined age is 159, debate in front of a television audience of millions. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Anne Applebaum of The Atlantic, Zolan Kanno-Youngs of The New York Times, Jonathan Karl of ABC News and Vivian Salama of The Wall Street Journal for a look at what to expect when the rivals take the stage.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 6/14/24
June 15, 2024 00:28 - 25 minutes - 22.9 MBThe deep rift between Republicans and Democrats around the American justice system grew this week and Donald Trump returned to Capitol Hill where GOP lawmakers embraced him as the leader of the party. Join guest moderator Lisa Desjardins, Leigh Ann Caldwell of The Washington Post, Francesca Chambers of USA Today, Evan McMorris-Santoro of Notus and Sabrina Siddiqui of The Wall Street Journal.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 6/7/24
June 08, 2024 02:22 - 24 minutes - 44.8 MBIn this special edition of Washington Week with The Atlantic, moderator Jeffrey Goldberg sits down with New York Times columnist Thomas Friedman to discuss the conflicts in the Middle East and President Biden’s response.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 5/31/24
June 01, 2024 00:57 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBFor the first time in American history, a former president, who is also his party’s presumptive nominee for president, has been found guilty in a felony criminal trial. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Peter Baker of The New York Times, Ashley Parker of The Washington Post, Asma Khalid of NPR and McKay Coppins of The Atlantic to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 5/24/24
May 25, 2024 02:15 - 26 minutes - 49.7 MBWhat’s next in Donald Trump’s historic trial and how the outcome is likely to play on the campaign trail. Plus, a look at Justice Alito’s flags and the vice presidential sweepstakes. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Josh Gerstein of Politico, Mara Liasson of NPR, Ed O’Keefe CBS News and Nancy Youssef of The Wall Street Journal to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 5/17/24
May 18, 2024 01:15 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBClosing arguments are coming next week in Donald Trump's criminal trial in New York. We look at Michael Cohen’s testimony and if the probable 2024 Republican nominee will be running as a convicted felon. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Laura Barrón-López of PBS NewsHour, Eugene Daniels of Politico, Susan Glasser of The New Yorker and Steve Inskeep of NPR to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 5/10/24
May 11, 2024 01:52 - 26 minutes - 49.7 MBJoe Biden brings the hammer down on Israel and Marjorie Taylor Greene tries, and fails, to bring the hammer down on the House Speaker. Plus, the very strange trial of an ex-president continues. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Peter Baker of The New York Times, Jonathan Karl of ABC News, Elaina Plott Calabro of The Atlantic and Vivian Salama of The Wall Street Journal to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 5/3/24
May 04, 2024 01:20 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBPresident Biden is dealing with a Middle East crisis partially beyond his control and he’s feeling the fallout at home. Now, Biden and Trump are trying to figure out how to turn the conflict and campus unrest to their advantage. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Eric Cortellessa of Time, Franklin Foer of The Atlantic, Asma Khalid of NPR and Nancy Youseff of The Wall Street Journal to discuss more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 4/26/24
April 27, 2024 00:43 - 26 minutes - 49.5 MBCrucial American military aid is on the way to Ukraine thanks in part to the work of the Speaker of the House. Plus, Donald Trump is on trial for alleged shenanigans related to payoffs to an adult film actress. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Peter Baker of The New York Times, Laura Barrón-López of PBS NewsHour, David Drucker of The Dispatch and Mara Liasson of NPR to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 4/19/24
April 20, 2024 00:58 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBSpeaker Mike Johnson is learning that friends can appear in unlikely places, including the Democratic caucus. Plus, Israel and Iran bring more uncertainty to the Middle East. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Eugene Daniels of Politico, Seung Min Kim of the Associated Press, Vivian Salama of The Wall Street Journal and Graeme Wood of The Atlantic to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 4/12/24
April 13, 2024 01:48 - 26 minutes - 49.7 MBAs states restrict reproductive rights, Republicans scramble to insulate themselves from a potential political backlash. Plus, Speaker Mike Johnson makes a pilgrimage to Mar-a-Lago to shore up support from Trump. Join guest moderator Franklin Foer, Lisa Desjardins of PBS NewsHour, Susan Glasser of The New Yorker, Ryan Lizza of Politico and Domenico Montanaro of NPR to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 4/5/24
April 06, 2024 00:56 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBBiden signaled a major policy shift towards Israel by warning that future military aid will come with conditions. Even Trump leveled his own criticism of Netanyahu’s handling of the war. Join Franklin Foer, Leigh Ann Caldwell of Washington Post Live, Francesca Chambers of USA Today, Nancy Yousef of Wall Street Journal and Peter Baker of the New York Times to discuss the potential policy shift.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 3/29/24
March 30, 2024 00:55 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBWith six months to go before early voting starts in some states and under a month before the scheduled start of the first criminal trial of an ex-president in American history, Biden and Trump are closely matched in the polls. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Adam Harris and Mark Leibovich of The Atlantic, Nia-Malika Henderson of CNN and Jeff Mason of Reuters to discuss the state of the campaign.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 3/22/24
March 23, 2024 00:56 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBAs President Biden and other Democrats grow more critical of Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, Republicans are eager to turn support for Israel into a presidential campaign wedge issue. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Anne Applebaum of The Atlantic, Franklin Foer of The Atlantic, Jonathan Karl of ABC News and Nikole Killion of CBS News to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 3/15/24
March 16, 2024 00:57 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBSenate Majority Leader Schumer and Speaker Johnson’s changing positions on hot button wars abroad are causing rifts within their parties, as President Biden fights to salvage his foreign policy agenda. Join moderator Laura Barrón-López, Zolan Kanno-Youngs of The New York Times, Scott MacFarlane of CBS News, Todd Zillich of NPR’s 1A and Jim Sciutto of CNN to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 3/8/24
March 09, 2024 01:59 - 22 minutes - 20.4 MBBetween Super Tuesday and President Biden’s State of the Union address, the 2024 election continues to come into sharper focus. With a Biden vs. Trump matchup all but set, it’s going to be one of the strangest, and longest, general elections in history. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Eugene Daniels of Politico, Asma Khalid of NPR and Carlos Lozada of The New York Times to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 3/1/24
March 02, 2024 02:00 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBMitch McConnell stepping down captures the reality that Donald Trump dominates the GOP. And ahead of the election, a look at Trump’s strengths and President Biden’s vulnerabilities. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Leigh Ann Caldwell of The Washington Post, Adam Harris of The Atlantic, Ed O’Keefe of CBS News and Nancy Youssef of The Wall Street Journal to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 2/23/24
February 24, 2024 01:57 - 22 minutes - 20.5 MBIt’s been two years since Russia launched its full-scale invasion of Ukraine. For a while, it seemed as if Ukraine had the upper hand in its war to remain free, Russia is again on the attack. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Anne Applebaum of The Atlantic, David Ignatius of The Washington Post and Lara Seligman of Politico for a discussion about the state of the war.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 2/16/24
February 17, 2024 02:03 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBThe death of outspoken Putin critic and opposition leader Alexei Navalny arrives at a pivotal moment for world security and the war in Ukraine. Plus, Trump is dealt back-to-back legal blows. Join moderator Frank Foer, Laura Barrón-López of PBS NewsHour, Carl Hulse of The New York Times, Perry Stein of The Washington Post, and Nancy Youssef of The Wall Street Journal to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 2/9/24
February 10, 2024 02:09 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBDonald Trump cements his status as the leader of the Republican Party after his Senate allies tank the bipartisan border deal and a Justice Department report raises questions about Biden’s memory and age. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, James Bennet of The Economist, John Dickerson of CBS News, Josh Gerstein of Politico and Amna Nawaz of PBS NewsHour to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 2/2/24
February 03, 2024 02:04 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBThe U.S. is in the midst of a multipronged attack against Iranian-sponsored militias. The Middle East was already boiling, and President Biden seems loath to escalate, but he also felt he had no choice. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Peter Baker of The New York Times, Susan Glasser of The New Yorker, Lara Seligman of Politico and Nancy Youssef of The Wall Street Journal to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 1/26/24
January 27, 2024 02:21 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBDonald Trump's victory in New Hampshire brought him closer to the GOP presidential nomination just days before he was ordered to pay out $83.3 million for defamation. Meanwhile, President Biden ramps up his campaign. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Laura Barrón-López of PBS NewsHour, Tom Nichols of The Atlantic, Ashley Parker of The Washington Post and Chuck Todd of NBC News for a discussion.
Washington Week with the Atlantic full episode, 1/19/24
January 20, 2024 02:26 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBDonald Trump secured a big win from Iowa caucus-goers and appears poised to become the Republican nominee in New Hampshire as President Biden contends with an increasingly unpredictable world in the Middle East. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Eugene Daniels of Politico, Adam Harris of The Atlantic, Asma Khalid of NPR and Nancy Youssef of The Wall Street Journal for a discussion on these stories.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 1/12/24
January 13, 2024 03:10 - 24 minutes - 45.9 MBThe Iowa caucuses are days away and the Republican front-runner is setting a pattern for the year, moving between the campaign trail and the courtroom. As Trump manages legal challenges, President Biden is dealing with the rest of the world. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Josh Gerstein of Politico, Steve Inskeep of NPR, Nikole Killion of CBS News and Adrienne LaFrance of The Atlantic to discuss.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 1/5/24
January 06, 2024 01:58 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBIt's the third anniversary of Jan. 6 and just over 300 days until the election. The leading Republican is the man who many believe inspired the insurrection and President Biden is sagging in popularity. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Peter Baker of The New York Times, Laura Barrón-López of PBS NewsHour, Josh Dawsey of The Washington Post and Jerusalem Demsas of The Atlantic to discuss more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 12/29/23
December 30, 2023 01:29 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBFor the last show of the year, we’re talking about Donald Trump, his record, his campaign and the promises he’s made. The Atlantic just published a special issue devoted to answering the question, what happens if Trump wins? Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, McKay Coppins, Franklin Foer, Clint Smith and Adrienne LaFrance for this special discussion.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 12/22/23
December 23, 2023 01:28 - 24 minutes - 22.2 MBIt’s shaping up to be an unpredictable and destabilizing election year with wars in Ukraine and the Middle East, a revolution in A.I., a wildly dysfunctional Congress and an ex-president under indictment. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Lisa Desjardins of PBS NewsHour, Adam Harris of The Atlantic, Zolan Kanno-Youngs of The New York Times and Susan Page of USA Today to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 12/15/23
December 16, 2023 02:00 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBPresident Biden found himself facing an incredible convergence of political problems this week. Those issues include funding for Ukraine, border security, tensions with Israel's prime minister and an impeachment inquiry and could ultimately hinder his reelection. Join guest moderator Frank Foer, Steve Inskeep of NPR, Jonathan Karl of ABC News and Asma Khalid of NRP to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with the Atlantic full episode, 12/8/23
December 09, 2023 02:22 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBUkraine is fighting Russia on the eastern front and Israel is hunting Hamas in Gaza. How President Biden navigates this crisis could determine the future of democracy around the globe and at home. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Anne Applebaum of The Atlantic, Leigh Ann Caldwell of The Washington Post, Vivian Salama of The Wall Street Journal and Chuck Todd of NBC News to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 12/1/23
December 02, 2023 02:22 - 22 minutes - 30.4 MBThe House makes history by expelling George Santos from its ranks and Democrats put Sen. Tuberville on notice for holding up military appointments. Plus, a look at Trump's GOP coalition. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Tim Alberta of The Atlantic, Elisabeth Bumiller of The New York Times, Eugene Daniels of Politico and Philip Rucker of The Washington Post to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 11/24/23
November 25, 2023 01:24 - 22 minutes - 20.3 MBMike Johnson has been House speaker for a month and the honeymoon may be over. Frustration is growing from some hard-right Republicans over government spending and with a thin majority, every GOP vote matters. Join Lisa Desjardins, Nikole Killion of CBS News, Carl Hulse of The New York Times, Toluse Olorunnipa of The Washington Post and Susan Page of USA Today to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 11/17/23
November 18, 2023 02:00 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBFormer President Trump has never been modulated in rhetoric and action. But there’s a real sense, as he comes under more and more legal pressure, he’s become more apocalyptic. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Peter Baker of The New York Times, Leigh Ann Caldwell of The Washington Post, Idrees Kahloon of The Economist and Elaina Plott Calabro of The Atlantic to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with the Atlantic full episode, 11/10/23
November 11, 2023 01:55 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBThough President Biden still lags in the polls, the news is generally good for Democrats after Tuesday’s off-year election wins. But a surprising announcement from Sen. Joe Manchin throws control of the Senate into question. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, David Brooks of the New York Times, Eugene Daniels of Politico, Asma Khalid of NPR and Ed O’Keefe of CBS News to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with the Atlantic full episode, 11/3/23
November 04, 2023 01:03 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBPresident Biden is facing a large set of challenges as he runs for reelection. The most unique challenge of all: no one his age has ever won the presidency. Plus, the latest on the Middle East war and the new House speaker. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Dan Balz of The Washington Post, Adam Harris of The Atlantic, Susan Page of USA Today and Alex Thompson of Axios to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with the Atlantic full episode, 10/27/23
October 28, 2023 00:56 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBA week ago, barely anyone in Washington knew Rep. Mike Johnson of Louisiana. Now the pro-Trump election denier is speaker of the House. What does it mean for the country, for Congress, for Ukraine and Israel? And what does his win say about the GOP? Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, McKay Coppins of The Atlantic, John Dickerson of CBS News and Nia-Malika Henderson of CNN to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 10/20/23
October 21, 2023 00:59 - 24 minutes - 22.6 MBPresident Biden traveled to Israel to demonstrate U.S. support as the threat of full-scale war looms over the Middle East. This as Congress remains paralyzed with House Republicans unable to decide who should lead them. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Dana Bash of CNN, Franklin Foer of The Atlantic, Steve Inkseep of NPR and Nancy Youssef of The Wall Street Journal to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 9/8/23
September 09, 2023 01:02 - 24 minutes - 22.3 MBPresident Biden is in Asia seeking to counter China’s growing influence while Republicans hammer the president on his age and threaten to impeach him ahead of his son Hunter’s expected indictment. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Elisabeth Bumiller of The New York Times, Franklin Foer of The Atlantic and Nancy Youssef of The Wall Street Journal to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 9/1/23
September 02, 2023 02:05 - 26 minutes - 49.6 MBTrump’s trial date provides further proof the 2024 presidential race could be the most unusual in history. Plus, McConnell freezes again and a new poll on President Biden’s age raises new concerns about America’s leaders. Join moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Kyle Cheney of Politico, Asma Khalid of NPR, Mark Leibovich of The Atlantic and Susan Page of USA Today to discuss this and more
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 8/25/23
August 26, 2023 01:00 - 24 minutes - 22.4 MBDonald Trump surrendered to jail in Georgia after skipping the first GOP debate where his rivals denounced, but mostly defended, the former president. Join guest moderator Laura Barrón-López, Daniella Diaz of Politico, Domenico Montanaro of NPR, Toluse Olorunnipa of The Washington Post and Todd Zwillich of Vice News to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, 8/18/23
August 19, 2023 00:52 - 21 minutes - 20.1 MBAs things stand now, reporters will spend much of 2024 running between campaign rallies and court appearances by GOP frontrunner Donald Trump. Join The Atlantic editor-in-chief and moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Dan Balz of The Washington Post, Zolan Kanno-Youngs of The New York Times, Tia Mitchell of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution and Elaina Plott Calabro of The Atlantic to discuss this and more.
Washington Week with The Atlantic full episode, Aug. 11, 2023
August 12, 2023 00:52 - 21 minutes - 20 MBDonald Trump rails against the Biden administration as his defense team battles it out with the DOJ. Plus, the president heads west aiming to remind voters about his economic and legislative victories. Join The Atlantic editor-in-chief and moderator Jeffrey Goldberg, Peter Baker of The New York Times, Laura Barrón-López of the PBS NewsHour and Adam Harris of The Atlantic to discuss this and more.
Washington Week full episode, Aug. 4, 2023
August 05, 2023 00:56 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBFor the first time, a former American president is charged with conspiring to stay in office after losing an election. But what does the most serious criminal case yet against Trump mean for him, the nation and the 2024 elections? Join guest moderator John Yang, Francesca Chambers of USA Today, Carrie Johnson of NPR, Hugo Lowell of The Guardian and Jeff Mason of Reuters to discuss this and more.
Washington Week full episode, July 28, 2023
July 29, 2023 00:47 - 25 minutes - 23.1 MBDonald Trump’s legal issues worsen as he faces a likely second federal indictment. Plus, questions linger over the future of one of the most influential Republicans in Washington. Join guest moderator William Brangham, Peter Baker of The New York Times, Devlin Barrett of The Washington Post, Leigh Ann Caldwell of The Washington Post and Anita Kumar of Politico to discuss this and more.
Washington Week full episode, July 21, 2023
July 22, 2023 00:58 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBDonald Trump is put on notice by the special counsel related to efforts to overturn the 2020 election. His legal cases will challenge the justice system, presidential election process and democracy. Join moderator Laura Barrón-López, Dan Balz of The Washington Post, Jeffrey Goldberg of The Atlantic, Fin Gomez of CBS News and Sadie Gurman of The Wall Street Journal to discuss this and more.
Washington Week full episode, July 14, 2023
July 15, 2023 00:57 - 24 minutes - 22.7 MBPresident Biden notches wins expanding NATO and smoothing over tensions as Speaker McCarthy navigates a turbulent week after right-wing Republicans add culture war issues to typically bipartisan legislation. Join moderator Lisa Desjardins, Leigh Ann Caldwell of The Washington Post, Francesca Chambers of USA Today, Nia-Malika Henderson of CNN and Scott Wong of NBC News to discuss this and more.
Washington Week full episode, July 7, 2023
July 08, 2023 01:43 - 24 minutes - 33.6 MBThe U.S. announces controversial aid to Ukraine at a critical time in its counteroffensive against Russia. Plus, President Biden makes his case for reelection as the Trump-DeSantis feud heats up. Join guest moderator Laura Barrón-López, David Sanger of The New York Times, Susan Page of USA Today, Sabrina Siddiqui of The Wall Street Journal and Margaret Talev of Axios to discuss this and more.
Washington Week full episode, June 30, 2023
July 01, 2023 00:59 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBThe Supreme Court session closes with blockbuster rulings, handing conservatives victories on religious rights, the president's student loan forgiveness plan and affirmative action. Join guest moderator Lisa Desjardins, Eugene Daniels of Politico, Ariane de Vogue of CNN, Seung Min Kim of The Associated Press and John Yang of PBS NewsHour to discuss this and more.
Washington Week full episode, June 23, 2023
June 24, 2023 00:59 - 24 minutes - 22.8 MBHunter Biden reaches a plea deal and outraged Republicans vow to further investigate the president's family. Plus, tensions between the U.S. and China flare up just a day after a delicate diplomatic visit. Join guest moderator William Brangham, Vivian Salama of The Wall Street Journal, Mary Bruce of ABC News, Carl Hulse of The New York Times and Weijia Jiang of CBS News to discuss this and more.
Washington Week full episode, June 16, 2023
June 17, 2023 01:19 - 24 minutes - 22.5 MBFormer President Trump went on the attack after being arrested and pleading not guilty to charges over his handling of classified documents and Republican voters appear to be sticking with him. Join moderator John Yang, Sadie Gurman of The Wall Street Journal, Domenico Montanaro of NPR, Toluse Olorunnipa of The Washington Post and Charlie Savage of The New York Times to discuss this and more.