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 Battle for Arizona with Yvonne Wignett Sanchez
October 13, 2022 ·
James and Al welcome WaPo political reporter Yvonne Wignett Sanchez to analyze the critical AZ gubernatorial and senate midterm races, their candidates, and Trump’s continuing influence.
Michael Kofman & Howard Wilkinson
October 6, 2022 · 1:18:37
James and Al examine the political prospects for Ohio Democrats with Howard Wilkinson, then welcome military analyst Michael Kofman to get the latest developments in the Ukraine war.
Nevada Midterms with Jon Ralston
September 29, 2022 · 1:03:07
James and Al are joined by Nevada Independent CEO Jon Ralston to analyze the changing politics of his state, and how we can expect Democrats to do there in the upcoming midterms.
Tar Heel Politics with Michael Bitzer
September 22, 2022 · 1:10:23
James and Al welcome Catawba College’s Politics Chair Michael Bitzer to game out the upcoming midterm elections in North Carolina. Will demographic changes give Dems the win?
The State of Wisconsin with Ben Wikler
September 15, 2022 · 1:02:51
James and Al summon Wisconsin Democratic Party Chair Ben Wikler to break down the gubernatorial and senate races in his state, and the key factors defining the midterms.
Michigan Midterms with Bill Ballenger
September 8, 2022 · 1:01:03
James and Al call upon Bill Ballenger of the Ballenger Report to discuss the impact of recent developments on the midterm prospects for Democrats in Michigan and beyond.
A history lesson with Stephen Kotkin
September 1, 2022 · 57:11
James and Al welcome foreign affairs and Russian expert Stephen Kotkin to discuss the history of the Soviet Union, the goals of Putin, and what’s next in the Ukraine War.
Richard Ben Veniste & Mark Leibovich
August 25, 2022 · 55:27
James and Al welcome Watergate Special Prosecutor Richard Ben Veniste and journalist Mark Leibovich to discuss Trump’s crimes and the current state of our politics.
Sean Wilentz
August 17, 2022 · 55:27
James and Al welcome professor and author Sean Wilentz to discuss populism’s power, and the importance of embracing FDR’s legacy in order to confront radical Trumpism.
Will Bunch: After The Ivory Tower Falls
August 11, 2022 · 1:08:14
James and Al welcome author and Philadelphia Inquirer national columnist Will Bunch for a deep dive into the growing costs, challenges, and inequalities of higher education.