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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Thank You George Clooney
July 11, 2024 · 1:05:50
Al and James discuss Kamala’s prospects, how to move the party forward, and Trump’s plans for retribution before welcoming FT’s US national editor Ed Luce. They explore how the far right was defeated in France and the UK if it signals a global movement and how our elections affect Europe.
The Next President with Ron Brownstein
July 4, 2024 · 1:05:99
In the aftermath of the presidential debate, Al and James sound the alarm on rising Christian Nationalism and welcome veteran journalist Ron Brownstein to discuss the debate’s impact on the race, whether it’s feasible to replace Biden, and the dangers of the SCOTUS immunity ruling.
As Goes The Election, So Goes The World with Jim Steinberg
June 27, 2024 · 50:22
Al and special guest host Jill Wine-Banks discuss the upcoming debate, the political impact of Dobbs, and building a winning electorate. Then, Al is joined by former US Deputy SOS Jim Steinberg to analyze the effect of our elections on US-Sino relations, Ukraine, and the Middle East.
Debate Prep with Bob Shrum
June 20, 2024 · 1:19:03
James and Al call out the Republican congressional caucus, review the political situation in Israel, mark Juneteenth, and welcome veteran political strategist Bob Shrum. They discuss strategy, Biden’s prospects in the upcoming debate, Trump’s weaknesses, and the impact on the election.
The Fall Of Roe with Lisa Lerer
June 13, 2024 · 1:26:11
James and Al explain the impact of Hunter Biden’s conviction, emphasize the political power of falling crime rates, and welcome Lisa Lerer, author of The Fall of Roe. They discuss the movement that gave us Dobbs, the effect on women, how to fight back, and what the future holds.
The Information War with Peter Pomerantsev
June 6, 2024 · 1:08:29
James and Al defend Dr. Fauci and analyze Biden’s improving electoral prospects before welcoming propaganda expert Peter Pomerantsev. They discuss the British information campaign against the Nazis and how similar techniques can be used to help Ukraine and win elections.
Oxbridge Sentences with Ed Luce
May 30, 2024 · 1:15:56
James and Al call for the SCOTUS to be on the ballot, demand a higher minimum wage, and welcome the Financial Times’ Ed Luce. They discuss the upcoming British elections, Brexit’s consequences, competition with China, Putin’s next moves, Europe’s future, and the climate crisis.
Around the World with Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi
May 23, 2024 · 1:08:28
James and Al lay out the hard choices facing the Biden campaign and welcome Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi to dive into geopolitics. They discuss Chinese expansionism, Iran’s presidential succession, Russia’s total war mobilization in Ukraine, and the benefits of domestic immigration.
The Lost Cause with Heather Cox Richardson
May 16, 2024 · 1:15:47
James and Al tear into Trump for seeking bribes from Big Oil and welcome historian Heather Cox Richardson. They discuss Biden’s unsung accomplishments and explore MAGA’s regressive roots, our democracy’s war with demagoguery, and how J6 represents a new “Lost Cause”.
God & Country with Katherine Stewart
May 9, 2024 · 1:09:10
James and Al reflect on Trump’s ongoing trial, the importance of a focused campaign, and the future of Gaza before welcoming journalist Katherine Stewart. They discuss the USA’s Christian nationalism movement, exploring its leadership, strategies, motivations, goals, and relationship to Trump.