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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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.
David Maraniss: Path Lit By Lightning
August 4, 2022 · 01:03:35
James and Al welcome author and WaPo associate editor David Maraniss to reflect on the life of sports legend Jim Thorpe and the struggles faced by Native Americans.
Rico with Law Prof. Morgan Cloud
July 28, 2022 · 58:42
James and Al welcome Emory Law School Professor Morgan Cloud for a breakdown of RICO statutes and how Trump’s actions in Georgia might be prosecuted under them.
Lis Smith: Any Given Tuesday: A Political Love Story
July 21, 2022 · 1:09:39
James and Al welcome Pete Buttigieg’s Senior Communications Advisor Lis Smith to talk messaging, what it takes to make it on the campaign trail, and picking a candidate.