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 Court & The Constitution with Justice Stephen Breyer
April 4, 2024 · 1:22:40
James and Al explore how the Israel-Gaza war ends and welcome Justice Breyer to discuss the role of the Supreme Court and its judges. They debate politics’ place on the bench, explain how to read the constitution, and compare textualism and pragmatism using Justice Scalia as a foil.
March Madness with John Feinstein
March 28, 2024 · 1:26:19
James and Al review the status of Trump’s many trials, NBC’s firing of Ronna McDaniel, and how RFK Jr. affects the election after his vice presidential pick. They also welcome author and sports journalist John Feinstein to discuss March Madness and America’s favorite pastimes.
Pestilence and War with Admiral James Stavridis and Dr. Cornelia Griggs
March 21, 2024 · 1:22:30
James and Al welcome Admiral James Stavridis to discuss the future of warfare and strategies for success in the Ukraine-Russia and Israel-Hamas conflicts. Then they’re joined by Dr. Cornelia Griggs for a reflection on our healthcare system and the COVID pandemic on its 4th anniversary.
Biden’s Last Campaign with Evan Osnos
March 7, 2024 · 1:08:46
James and Al give their take on Super Tuesday and the impact of a Trump conviction, before welcoming journalist Evan Osnos. They analyze Biden’s electoral prospects, his fitness to serve, the arguments driving his campaign strategy, the validity of the polls, and preview the SOTU.
Greedflation with Senator Bob Casey
February 29, 2024 ·
James and Al expose the hypocrisy of Jim Jordan and Matt Schlapp and welcome PA Senator Bob Casey. They discuss how to win in PA, the role of President Biden in down ballot elections, the border battle, the fentanyl crisis, Republican obstruction, national security, and corporate greed.
Putin, Trump & Lincoln with Sidney Blumenthal
February 22, 2024 · 1:35:01
James and Al skewer radical Republicans and welcome author and former presidential advisor Sidney Blumenthal. They shut down the corruption allegations targeting President Biden and examine the capture of MAGA by Putin and propaganda, before diving into the life and times of Lincoln.
A Supreme Court Case with Professor Pam Karlan
February 15, 2024 · 1:21:28
James and Al blast the recent actions of Republicans, and welcome law professor Pam Karlan. They discuss how the SCOTUS will rule on Trump’s immunity and ballot cases, whether Mar-A-Lago case Judge Cannon is impartial, and if his cases will be over by the election.
The New York Times with Adam Nagourney
February 8, 2024 · 1:11:40
James and Al fire off on the continuing MAGA takeover of the Republican Party and welcome NYT journalist Adam Nagourney. They discuss the role of The Times as a media institution, its mission, and the scandals and financial challenges it has overcome to deliver us the news.
From The Civil War To The Middle East w/ Professor Sean Wilentz and Indira Lakshmanan
February 1, 2024 · 1:41:53
James and Al break down the border battle and welcome historian Sean Wilentz to strategize how to put an end to Trump’s rolling coup. Then, they are joined by AP’s Global Enterprise Editor Indira Lakshmanan to discuss the Iranian threat and the next phase of the Israel-Hamas war.
Democratic Rebels with Joshua Green
January 25, 2024 · 1:19:11
James and Al analyze the New Hampshire primary results and lay out the evidence of the Republican capitulation to Trump. Then, they welcome journalist Joshua Green to explore the rise of the modern Left and contrast their electoral viability with moderates like President Biden.