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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Dropping A Bombs & F Bombs
August 10, 2023 · 1:17:00
James and Al celebrate the recent show of strength by the Democrats and the collapse of the DeSantis campaign. Then they welcome historian and author Evan Thomas to examine the surrender of Japan during World War II after our decision to bomb Hiroshima and Nagasaki.
It’s The Economy, Stupid w/ Professor Laura Tyson
August 3, 2023 · 1:06:19
James and Al highlight the need to get politically active at whatever level you can before the elections and welcome economics expert Professor Laura Tyson. Together, they give us the case for Bidenomics, explain what’s driving the economy, and share why Democrats do it better.
Building A Democratic Majority with Simon Rosenberg
July 27, 2023 · 1:12:52
James and Al explore the growing constitutional crisis in Israel, Team Trump’s legal troubles, and welcome master strategist Simon Rosenberg to discuss growing the party’s share of the 2024 vote. Will strengthening important coalitions and GOTV efforts create a permanent majority?
Running Things with OMB Director Shalanda Young
July 20, 2023 · 1:04:08
James and Al take down the faltering DeSantis campaign and lay into the legal issues that will likely take down Trump. They also welcome OMB Director Shalanda Young to discuss the way politics plays out on the ground, building legislative coalitions, and keeping the country going.
Al Gore: Climate Crisis
July 13, 2023 · 1:30:23
James and Al welcome climate visionary and former Vice President Al Gore to discuss the challenges and hopes surrounding plans to save the planet. Then, they’re joined by Rep. Krishnamoorthi to dive into our competition with China and other pressing global issues.
Gov. Christie & The Ukraine War
July 6, 2023 · 2:05:26
James and Al take the SCOTUS and wild card challengers to task, while welcoming Chris Christie to dive into his plans to win the Republican nomination and what he thinks of Trump’s legal issues. Then, Michael Kofman lays out the state of the Ukraine War and how it might end.
RUSSIA
June 29, 2023 · 1:26:51
James and Al take on the critical domestic and international issues we face with WaPo’s David Ignatius giving us the latest on Russia, and USICH President Jeff Olivet talking homelessness.
#StillWinning w/ Ron Brownstein
June 22, 2023 · 1:28:54
James and Al shame Justice Alito, and welcome Ron Brownstein to discuss the factors underlying the Biden/Trump rematch, the growing political divide, and how to keep winning.
Espionage with Former Defense Secretary Bill Cohen
June 15, 2023 ·
James and Al welcome former Defense Secretary Bill Cohen to analyze how serious the charges facing Trump are, the implications for national security, and the importance of regulations.
Ro Khanna
June 8, 2023 · 1:08:31
James and Al speak with Rep. Ro Khanna about how “it’s the economy, stupid” and how to improve messaging, the CA Senate race, and debate why President Biden is the right choice.