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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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.
The 4 F’s with Paul Begala (there’s actually 5)
June 1, 2023 · 1:07:13
James and Al praise President Biden’s strong negotiation of the debt ceiling and welcome master strategist Paul Begala to talk politics, sports, faith, and the potential of Colin Allred in TX.
Artificial Intelligence with MIT Prof. John Guttag
May 25, 2023 · 1:15:41
James and Al take on the debt ceiling debacle and welcome Artificial Intelligence expert John Guttag of MIT to explore what new tech developments mean for politics, work, and our futures.