Politics War Room with James Carville and Al Hunt
Master political strategist James Carville and revered journalist Al Hunt convene a war room each week to discuss the battle for the soul of the nation. Join them as they gather the sharpest minds from across the country to see who has the most compelling case for the American people on the issues that matter most.
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The True Voice Of America with Professor Geoffrey Cowan
March 20, 2025 · 1:20:56
James and Al celebrate the late John Feinstein and discuss the dangers of isolationism, the future of NATO, and our nation’s budding constitutional crisis. Then, they welcome USC professor Geoffrey Cowan to explain the global importance of American media and our soft power.
Nattering Nabobs Of Negativism With Elisabeth Bumiller
March 13, 2025 · 1:08:55
James and Al call out Trump’s attempt to throw Ukraine under the bus and review the funding bill before welcoming Elisabeth Bumiller of the NYT. They discuss the chilling effect of Trump’s call for political retribution, the war on government, and what to focus on when covering the administration.
Why Can’t We Have Nice Things? with Marc Dunkelman
March 6, 2025 · 1:12:12
James and Al dismantle Trump’s State of the Union, call out his lies, and take Speaker Johnson to task. Then, they welcome Clinton Foundation Senior Fellow Marc Dunkelman to discuss the costly burden of the administrative state and how Democrats can make fixing it a winning issue.
A (Worse) World Order with Ed Luce
February 27, 2025 · 1:09:10
James and Al emphasize the value of playing possum while MAGA destroys itself, noting their mishandling of the economy and their attempt to demolish democracy. Then, they welcome the Financial Times’ Ed Luce to discuss U.S.-British relations, Ukraine’s future, and China’s push for Taiwan.
It’s Not Going To Play In Peoria with Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi
February 20, 2025 · 1:14:09
James and Al take on the kleptocrats empowered by the Trump administration and welcome Rep. Raja Krisnamoorthi. They discuss the foreign policy axis of Chinese and Indian relations, ongoing consumer price increases, Elon’s role in government, and the attack on Medicaid.
The Cavalry Isn’t Coming With Senator Elissa Slotkin
February 13, 2025 · 1:04:15
James and Al break down the latest actions and outrages of Trump and his appointees before welcoming junior U.S. Senator from Michigan, Elissa Slotkin. They discuss the electoral risks of identity politics, the importance of focusing on the middle class, and how to strengthen our democracy.
The Billionaires Bowl With Greg Cosell
February 6, 2025 · 1:15:05
James and Al take on Elon Musk and the other billionaires attempting to take control of the government and call on the Democrats to get their act together quickly. Then, they are joined by legendary sports broadcaster and analyst Greg Cosell to game out the upcoming Super Bowl game.
Money, Lies, & God with Katherine Stewart
January 30, 2025 · 1:09:18
James and Al debate which Trump provocations are worth responding to and lay out the damage he’s already done. Then, they welcome investigative journalist Katherine Stewart to discuss the role that the Religious Right has played in MAGA’s anti-democratic governance.
Trump is Flooding the Zone
January 23, 2025 · 1:02:48
James and Al reflect on Trump’s inauguration and the state of the Democratic party in the post-Biden era. They discuss the need to resist Republican efforts to flood the zone with distractions, how to pick winning issues, and the Commanders’ chances at the Super Bowl title.
The Future Of Democratic Messaging with Brian Tyler Cohen
January 16, 2025 · 1:14:21
James and Al cover the politicization of disaster relief, Jack Smith’s report, and the recent confirmation hearings. Then, they welcome Brian Tyler Cohen to discuss the MSM’s decline, why Republican messaging is so successful, and how Democrats can reach voters going forward.