Peter Schweitzer

China’s influence operations in the United States is the topic for the 257th episode.Our returning guest is New York Times best-selling author and investigative journalist Peter Schweizer, author of the new book, “Red-Handed: How American Elites Get Rich Helping China Win”. In this conversation we explore how China identifies influence targets, which industries are most valuable, what China really wants, whether this problem is truly a bipartisan one, and what can be done about it.You can buy the book here: https://www.amazon.com/Red-Handed-American-Elites-Helping-China/dp/0063061147.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

China’s influence operations in the United States is the topic for the 257th episode. Our returning guest is New York Times best-selling author and investigative journalist Peter Schweizer, author of the new book, “Red-Handed: How American Elites Get Rich Helping China Win”. In this conversation we explore how China identifies influence targets, which industries are most valuable, what China really wants, whether this problem is truly a bipartisan one, and what can be done about it. You can buy the book here: <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Red-Handed-American-Elites-Helping-China/dp/0063061147" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.amazon.com/Red-Handed-American-Elites-Helping-China/dp/0063061147</a>. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Peter Schweitzer on China's 'Elite Capture' Efforts in the U.S.

Ray Haynes

In the 256th episode, we explore a building movement that is not receiving the national focus that it deserves: The National Popular Vote Compact (nationalpopularvote.com).Our guest is former State Senator Ray Haynes (R-CA), president of the Institute for Research on Presidential Elections and a national spokesman for the National Popular Vote movement.Enough states have banded together to provide 195 electoral votes for the national popular vote, and once they hit 270, the national popular vote winner will be elected President of the United States as the sole determining factor for the first time in American history. Hear how the movement is progressing, how they answer critics, and when this may actually happen.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

In the 256th episode, we explore a building movement that is not receiving the national focus that it deserves: The National Popular Vote Compact (<a href="http://nationalpopularvote.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">nationalpopularvote.com</a>). Our guest is former State Senator Ray Haynes (R-CA), president of the Institute for Research on Presidential Elections and a national spokesman for the National Popular Vote movement. Enough states have banded together to provide 195 electoral votes for the national popular vote, and once they hit 270, the national popular vote winner will be elected President of the United States as the sole determining factor for the first time in American history. Hear how the movement is progressing, how they answer critics, and when this may actually happen. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Ray Haynes on the National Popular Vote Movement

Toby Harnden

Award-winning author and journalist Toby Harnden is the guest for the 285th episode.  He is the author of the new bestseller, “First Casualty: The Untold Story of the CIA Mission to Avenge 9/11”. On the 20th anniversary of 9/11, in this conversation we look back to how the war in Afghanistan began, what role the CIA played, what the war cost, and how the war ended.  The “Mack on Politics” podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify. Interview subjects can be pitched by emailing matt@potomacstrategygroup.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Award-winning author and journalist Toby Harnden is the guest for the 285th episode. He is the author of the new bestseller, “First Casualty: The Untold Story of the CIA Mission to Avenge 9/11”. On the 20th anniversary of 9/11, in this conversation we look back to how the war in Afghanistan began, what role the CIA played, what the war cost, and how the war ended. The “Mack on Politics” podcast is available on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify. Interview subjects can be pitched by emailing <a href="mailto:matt@potomacstrategygroup.com">matt@potomacstrategygroup.com</a>. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Toby Harnden on the Afghanistan War

Michael Shellenberger

In this episode we speak to author and journalist Michael Shellenberger, whose next book is “San Fran Sicko”, which examines how our major cities are objectively failing.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

In this episode we speak to author and journalist Michael Shellenberger, whose next book is “San Fran Sicko”, which examines how our major cities are objectively failing. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Michael Shellenberger on how progressives are destroying our cities.

Carol Roth

The war on small business is the subject of the 283rd episode.Our guest is Carol Roth, bestselling author and small business advocate. Her new book is, “The War on Small Business: How the Government Used the Pandemic to Crush the Backbone of America”.In this episode we discuss how CDC guidelines and state and local emergency orders made big business essential and small business discardable, whether PPP was sufficient, how small businesses can prepare for the next pandemic and whether cryptocurrency is an option small business access to capital in the future.Email matt@potomacstrategygroup.com if you have guest ideas for a future podcast episode.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

The war on small business is the subject of the 283rd episode. Our guest is Carol Roth, bestselling author and small business advocate. Her new book is, “The War on Small Business: How the Government Used the Pandemic to Crush the Backbone of America”. In this episode we discuss how CDC guidelines and state and local emergency orders made big business essential and small business discardable, whether PPP was sufficient, how small businesses can prepare for the next pandemic and whether cryptocurrency is an option small business access to capital in the future. Email <a href="mailto:matt@potomacstrategygroup.com">matt@potomacstrategygroup.com</a> if you have guest ideas for a future podcast episode. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Chris Matthews

Longtime MSNBC “Hardball” anchor and bestselling author Chris Matthews is our guest for the 282nd episode.His new memoir is entitled, “This Country: My Life in Politics and History”. In this conversation we explore:His career path from the Peace Corps to being a Capitol Police officer to working in the U.S. Senate, the White House, for Speaker Tip O’Neill and then 20 years as a cable news TV hostWhether the U.S. Senate remains the “world’s greatest deliberative body”Whether the filibuster should be eliminatedHis assessment of President Biden’s first termWhat he learned after 20 years hosting “Hardball” Please give us a 5 star rating in the iTunes store and subscribe on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify.Guest ideas? Email: matt@potomacstrategygroup.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Longtime MSNBC “Hardball” anchor and bestselling author Chris Matthews is our guest for the 282nd episode. His new memoir is entitled, “This Country: My Life in Politics and History”. In this conversation we explore: His career path from the Peace Corps to being a Capitol Police officer to working in the U.S. Senate, the White House, for Speaker Tip O’Neill and then 20 years as a cable news TV host Whether the U.S. Senate remains the “world’s greatest deliberative body” Whether the filibuster should be eliminated His assessment of President Biden’s first term What he learned after 20 years hosting “Hardball” Please give us a 5 star rating in the iTunes store and subscribe on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify. Guest ideas? Email: <a href="mailto:matt@potomacstrategygroup.com">matt@potomacstrategygroup.com</a>. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Chris Matthews on politics, history, and his American life

Jason Greenblatt

The Middle East is the subject of episode 281.Our guest is former Trump White House Envoy to the Middle East Jason Greenblatt. In this episode we discuss:- The state of the cease fire- Egypt’s role in negotiating it- President Biden’s role- Why Hamas is doing this- How Iran is involved- How Iron Dome protects Israel- Whether the Abraham Accords are holding up- What we can make of Bibi’s future- Whether there is any reason for hope for Middle East peace Please give us a 5 star rating in the iTunes store and subscribe on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify.Guest recommendations? Email: matt@potomacstrategygroup.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

The Middle East is the subject of episode 281. Our guest is former Trump White House Envoy to the Middle East Jason Greenblatt. In this episode we discuss: - The state of the cease fire - Egypt’s role in negotiating it - President Biden’s role - Why Hamas is doing this - How Iran is involved - How Iron Dome protects Israel - Whether the Abraham Accords are holding up - What we can make of Bibi’s future - Whether there is any reason for hope for Middle East peace Please give us a 5 star rating in the iTunes store and subscribe on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify. Guest recommendations? Email: <a href="mailto:matt@potomacstrategygroup.com">matt@potomacstrategygroup.com</a>. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Jason Greenblatt on the Israel-Hamas ceasefire

Jim Renacci

Ohio is the subject of the 280th episode.Our guest is former U.S. Rep. Jim Renacci (R-OH), who was the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in 2018.In this conservation:Is Ohio a battleground state?Why did Trump win Ohio decisively twice?What our guest makes of the legacy of Ohio Gov. John KasichOur guest’s view of the COVID response in OhioWhether our guest thinks the U.S. Senate race in 2018 was winnable in retrospectWhether our guest will run for Governor or U.S. Senate in 2022What he thinks when he looks back to his time in CongressSubscribe to the “Mack on Politics” podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify.Email comments, feedbacks, complaints and guest ideas to: matt@potomacstrategygroup.com.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Ohio is the subject of the 280th episode. Our guest is former U.S. Rep. Jim Renacci (R-OH), who was the Republican nominee for U.S. Senate in 2018. In this conservation: Is Ohio a battleground state? Why did Trump win Ohio decisively twice? What our guest makes of the legacy of Ohio Gov. John Kasich Our guest’s view of the COVID response in Ohio Whether our guest thinks the U.S. Senate race in 2018 was winnable in retrospect Whether our guest will run for Governor or U.S. Senate in 2022 What he thinks when he looks back to his time in Congress Subscribe to the “Mack on Politics” podcast on iTunes, Google Play, Stitcher and Spotify. Email comments, feedbacks, complaints and guest ideas to: <a href="mailto:matt@potomacstrategygroup.com">matt@potomacstrategygroup.com</a>. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Former U.S. Rep. Jim Renacci (R-OH) on whether Ohio remains a battleground state

Phillip Stutts

A discussion of how political campaign tactics can help you grow your business — that’s the subject of the 279th episode. Our returning guest is Go BIG Media CEO and bestselling author Phillip Stutts, author of the new book, “The Undefeated Marketing System: How to Grow Your Business and Build Your Audience Using the Secret Formula that Elects Presidents”. In this conversation we examine how tactics used by winning campaigns can be quickly and thoughtfully utilized in business.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

A discussion of how political campaign tactics can help you grow your business — that’s the subject of the 279th episode. Our returning guest is Go BIG Media CEO and bestselling author Phillip Stutts, author of the new book, “The Undefeated Marketing System: How to Grow Your Business and Build Your Audience Using the Secret Formula that Elects Presidents”. In this conversation we examine how tactics used by winning campaigns can be quickly and thoughtfully utilized in business. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Phillip Stutts Returns

Dana Perino

Leadership and mentorship are the subjects of the 278th episode. Our guest is my longtime friend Dana Perino, former White House Press Secretary for President George W. Bush and author of the new bestseller, “Everything Will Be Ok: Life Lessons for Young Women”. In this episode we discuss why she wrote the book, the importance of mentorship, how to manage relationships and how to get the career you want.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Leadership and mentorship are the subjects of the 278th episode. Our guest is my longtime friend Dana Perino, former White House Press Secretary for President George W. Bush and author of the new bestseller, “Everything Will Be Ok: Life Lessons for Young Women”. In this episode we discuss why she wrote the book, the importance of mentorship, how to manage relationships and how to get the career you want. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Dana Perino on helping young women navigate life

Smart political talk every week from Austin, Texas political consultant Matt Mackowiak, who has served in senior roles for two U.S. Senators and the Bush administration.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

I could not listen to episode 179 due to your guest’s sound quality.

Love you but

The best

Smart political talk every week from Austin, Texas political consultant Matt Mackowiak, who has served in senior roles for two U.S. Senators and the Bush administration. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Matt Mackowiak's Mack On Politics

Major Garrett

Veteran journalist CBS News Chief White House correspondent Major Garrett writes about covering the Trump campaign in his new best-selling book, “Mr. Trump’s Wild Ride: The Thrills, Chills, Screams, and Occasional Blackouts of an Extraordinary Presidency”. In this conversation we explore the purpose of the book, the state of journalism, what it was like covering Trump on the campaign trail, whether Trump initially ran as a publicity stunt, whether he thought Trump could win, how Trump overcame so many obstacles and won the presidency, and how he wrote the book while also carrying out his duties in the intense job of covering the White House.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Veteran journalist CBS News Chief White House correspondent Major Garrett writes about covering the Trump campaign in his new best-selling book, “Mr. Trump’s Wild Ride: The Thrills, Chills, Screams, and Occasional Blackouts of an Extraordinary Presidency”. In this conversation we explore the purpose of the book, the state of journalism, what it was like covering Trump on the campaign trail, whether Trump initially ran as a publicity stunt, whether he thought Trump could win, how Trump overcame so many obstacles and won the presidency, and how he wrote the book while also carrying out his duties in the intense job of covering the White House. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Steve Kornacki

The 2020 presidential race is the subject of the 178th episode.Our guest is NBC news senior political correspondent Steve Kornacki, a returning guest to this podcast.In this conversation we get our guest’s take on the state of the race, discuss the demographic trends between Biden and Sanders, consider what Sanders’ strategic options are, review how ‘electability’ has mattered, explore why Warren failed, examine how Democrats came to coalesce behind Biden, delve into Biden’s path to a delegate majority, make some predictions about Biden as a general election nominee, and remember the influence Chris Matthews had on our guest.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

The 2020 presidential race is the subject of the 178th episode. Our guest is NBC news senior political correspondent Steve Kornacki, a returning guest to this podcast. In this conversation we get our guest’s take on the state of the race, discuss the demographic trends between Biden and Sanders, consider what Sanders’ strategic options are, review how ‘electability’ has mattered, explore why Warren failed, examine how Democrats came to coalesce behind Biden, delve into Biden’s path to a delegate majority, make some predictions about Biden as a general election nominee, and remember the influence Chris Matthews had on our guest. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Steve Kornacki Returns

Annie Jacobsen

The CIA is the subject of the 151st episode. Our guest is bestselling author Annie Jacobsen and her new book is, “Surprise, Kill, Vanish: The Secret History of CIA Paramilitary Armies, Operators and Assassins”. In this conversation, we explore the history of covert action, track Bin Laden’s movements before 9/11, examine the skills of CIA operator Billy Waugh, discuss what happens when a missions fails, consider whether there is sufficient congressional oversight and whether these missions are legal, and finally discuss sourcing, whether the CIA makes us safer, Hollywood depictions of the CIA, and her writing process.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

The CIA is the subject of the 151st episode. Our guest is bestselling author Annie Jacobsen and her new book is, “Surprise, Kill, Vanish: The Secret History of CIA Paramilitary Armies, Operators and Assassins”. In this conversation, we explore the history of covert action, track Bin Laden’s movements before 9/11, examine the skills of CIA operator Billy Waugh, discuss what happens when a missions fails, consider whether there is sufficient congressional oversight and whether these missions are legal, and finally discuss sourcing, whether the CIA makes us safer, Hollywood depictions of the CIA, and her writing process. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

The life and legacy of former First Lady Barbara Bush is the subject of episode 128. Our returning guest is Susan Page, Washington Bureau Chief for USA Today and author of the new bestseller, ‘The Matriarch: Barbara Bush and the Making of an American Dynasty”. In this conversation, we explore Page’s writing process and how she secured the subject’s unprecedented participation. We then explore how the loss of Robin Bush at age 3 shaped the rest of their lives, how Barbara went through some mental health issues in the 1970s, how Bush 41’s political career began, how the Reagan-Bush alliance formed, how dysfunctional the Nancy Reagan-Barbara Bush relationship was , how they dealt with rumors of infidelity, how the political careers of George W. Bush and Jeb Bush developed, how Barbara Bush viewed Donald Trump and the modern Republican Party, and whether she was content with the family and legacy she built at the end of her life.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

The life and legacy of former First Lady Barbara Bush is the subject of episode 128. Our returning guest is Susan Page, Washington Bureau Chief for USA Today and author of the new bestseller, ‘The Matriarch: Barbara Bush and the Making of an American Dynasty”. In this conversation, we explore Page’s writing process and how she secured the subject’s unprecedented participation. We then explore how the loss of Robin Bush at age 3 shaped the rest of their lives, how Barbara went through some mental health issues in the 1970s, how Bush 41’s political career began, how the Reagan-Bush alliance formed, how dysfunctional the Nancy Reagan-Barbara Bush relationship was , how they dealt with rumors of infidelity, how the political careers of George W. Bush and Jeb Bush developed, how Barbara Bush viewed Donald Trump and the modern Republican Party, and whether she was content with the family and legacy she built at the end of her life. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

The Return of Susan Page

Ron Brownstein

In this episode, we look back at the midterms elections and then look forward. Our guest is The Atlantic senior editor and CNN senior political analyst Ron Brownstein. Our topics include how the GOP is moving deeper into white working class sections in America, what both parties should worry about after the midterms, what both parties need to do for 2020, which two states will decide the 2020 election, and whether the GOP can win back the suburbs.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

In this episode, we look back at the midterms elections and then look forward. Our guest is The Atlantic senior editor and CNN senior political analyst Ron Brownstein. Our topics include how the GOP is moving deeper into white working class sections in America, what both parties should worry about after the midterms, what both parties need to do for 2020, which two states will decide the 2020 election, and whether the GOP can win back the suburbs. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Heather Mac Donald

Diversity and college campuses are the subjects of the 150th episode. Our guest is New York Times bestselling author and Manhattan Institute fellow Heather Mac Donald, author of the new book, “The Diversity Delusion.” In this conversation we examine whether diversity is a virtue, the concept of mismatch, cancel culture on college campuses, affirmative action and white privilege, the social justice movement, policing, and how conservatives can turn back the culture.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Diversity and college campuses are the subjects of the 150th episode. Our guest is New York Times bestselling author and Manhattan Institute fellow Heather Mac Donald, author of the new book, “The Diversity Delusion.” In this conversation we examine whether diversity is a virtue, the concept of mismatch, cancel culture on college campuses, affirmative action and white privilege, the social justice movement, policing, and how conservatives can turn back the culture. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Tony Fratto

Trade is the subject of the 95th episode. Our guest is Tony Fratto, founding partner of Hamilton Place Strategies, CNBC contributor, and former senior Treasury official. In this deep dive, we discuss the state of play on trade actions and reactions, NAFTA, fast track authority, the Mexican presidential transition, how trade may affect the midterm elections, the recent $12 billion agriculture bailout, the role of Peter Navarro and how tariffs are being used against the EU and China.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Trade is the subject of the 95th episode. Our guest is Tony Fratto, founding partner of Hamilton Place Strategies, CNBC contributor, and former senior Treasury official. In this deep dive, we discuss the state of play on trade actions and reactions, NAFTA, fast track authority, the Mexican presidential transition, how trade may affect the midterm elections, the recent $12 billion agriculture bailout, the role of Peter Navarro and how tariffs are being used against the EU and China. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Sam Nunberg

On the 87th episode, we talk all-things-Trump with Sam Nunberg, a longtime political advisor to Trump who left in the early days of the campaign but remains close to many high ranking Trump world figures. In this conversation, we discuss the optics of the North Korea summit, the prospects for the midterms, and where he thinks the Russia inquiry stands. We discuss his questioning before the grand jury, and get his take on Roger Stone, Michael Cohen, Rudy Giuliani, Jared Kushner and Steve Bannon. Finally, we delve into the question of whether Trump should agree to be interviewed by Mueller and whether pardons are likely.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

On the 87th episode, we talk all-things-Trump with Sam Nunberg, a longtime political advisor to Trump who left in the early days of the campaign but remains close to many high ranking Trump world figures. In this conversation, we discuss the optics of the North Korea summit, the prospects for the midterms, and where he thinks the Russia inquiry stands. We discuss his questioning before the grand jury, and get his take on Roger Stone, Michael Cohen, Rudy Giuliani, Jared Kushner and Steve Bannon. Finally, we delve into the question of whether Trump should agree to be interviewed by Mueller and whether pardons are likely. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Gayle Trotter

It was a consequential week. The Trump legal situation is the subject of the 96th episode. Our guest is attorney Gayle Trotter, a graduate of the University of Virginia law School and Fox News and Fox Business commentator. In this conversation, we begin with her take on what happened this past week, address the question of whether a sitting President can be indicted, and examine the details of the alleged campaign finance violations, the Labor Day deadline, the recent immunity deals, and the President’s pardon power. Finally, our guest makes a prediction about where the story is headed and gives her advice as to whether Trump to submit to an interview with Mueller.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

It was a consequential week. The Trump legal situation is the subject of the 96th episode. Our guest is attorney Gayle Trotter, a graduate of the University of Virginia law School and Fox News and Fox Business commentator. In this conversation, we begin with her take on what happened this past week, address the question of whether a sitting President can be indicted, and examine the details of the alleged campaign finance violations, the Labor Day deadline, the recent immunity deals, and the President’s pardon power. Finally, our guest makes a prediction about where the story is headed and gives her advice as to whether Trump to submit to an interview with Mueller. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Bill O’Reilly

Bill O’Reilly is the guest for the 165th episode. He’s the former anchor of Fox News’ “The O’Reilly Factor” and the bestselling author of 15 #1 books selling more than 17 million copies. His new book is “The United States of Trump: How the President Really Sees America”. In this conversation, we review his recent interview with President Trump, discuss the narcoterrorists in Mexico, the Ukraine call and impeachment, examine the purpose of his new book, and analyze the state of the cable news industry and consider what it would take for him to return to television.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Bill O’Reilly is the guest for the 165th episode. He’s the former anchor of Fox News’ “The O’Reilly Factor” and the bestselling author of 15 #1 books selling more than 17 million copies. His new book is “The United States of Trump: How the President Really Sees America”. In this conversation, we review his recent interview with President Trump, discuss the narcoterrorists in Mexico, the Ukraine call and impeachment, examine the purpose of his new book, and analyze the state of the cable news industry and consider what it would take for him to return to television. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Michael Hayden

The intelligence community is in the news. So for our 84th episode, we wanted to talk to former CIA Director Gen. Michael Hayden (USAF, Ret.). In this timely conversation we explore Gina Haspel’s priorities at CIA, where the line is between Congressional oversight and CIA’s right to protect sources and methods, the curious case of Stefan Halper and the FBI using an informant to collect intelligence on a presidential campaign, as well as how he views Russia, North Korea and Iran.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

The intelligence community is in the news. So for our 84th episode, we wanted to talk to former CIA Director Gen. Michael Hayden (USAF, Ret.). In this timely conversation we explore Gina Haspel’s priorities at CIA, where the line is between Congressional oversight and CIA’s right to protect sources and methods, the curious case of Stefan Halper and the FBI using an informant to collect intelligence on a presidential campaign, as well as how he views Russia, North Korea and Iran. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Gen. Michael Hayden

Evan Siegfried

Impeachment and the 2020 election are our subjects for the 162nd episode. Our guest is GOP consultant and corporate strategist Evan Siegfried. In this conversation we measure where the impeachment story is now, how the story is likely to play out and what Pelosi’s strategy is. Then we turn our attention to analyzing the Democratic presidential primary and look ahead to the general election.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Impeachment and the 2020 election are our subjects for the 162nd episode. Our guest is GOP consultant and corporate strategist Evan Siegfried. In this conversation we measure where the impeachment story is now, how the story is likely to play out and what Pelosi’s strategy is. Then we turn our attention to analyzing the Democratic presidential primary and look ahead to the general election. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Noah Rothman

Social justice is the subject of the 121st episode. Noah Rothman, Associate Editor of Commentary Magazine, is the author of the new bestseller, “Unjust: Social Justice and the Unmaking of America”, a thoughtful critique of the social justice movement. In this conversation, we examine why he wrote the book, the concepts of ‘white privilege’, excessive policing, campus culture and Occupy Wall Street, race-based Affirmative Action, abortion and school choice, and the motivations of Social Justice.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Social justice is the subject of the 121st episode. Noah Rothman, Associate Editor of Commentary Magazine, is the author of the new bestseller, “Unjust: Social Justice and the Unmaking of America”, a thoughtful critique of the social justice movement. In this conversation, we examine why he wrote the book, the concepts of ‘white privilege’, excessive policing, campus culture and Occupy Wall Street, race-based Affirmative Action, abortion and school choice, and the motivations of Social Justice. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

John Solomon

The other side of the Russia story is our topic for the 147th episode. John Solomon is an award-winning investigative reported and Executive Vice President at The Hill newspaper. He has been breaking stories on the FBI, the Mueller inquiry, the Steele dossier, and FISA abuse for more than a year. In this conversation, we explore media groupthink, scrutiny of former FBI Director James Comey’s role, FISA warrants, the I.G. report, the Steele Dossier, Mueller’s testimony, and how U.S. Attorney John Durham’s investigation may move this story in a new direction.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

The other side of the Russia story is our topic for the 147th episode. John Solomon is an award-winning investigative reported and Executive Vice President at The Hill newspaper. He has been breaking stories on the FBI, the Mueller inquiry, the Steele dossier, and FISA abuse for more than a year. In this conversation, we explore media groupthink, scrutiny of former FBI Director James Comey’s role, FISA warrants, the I.G. report, the Steele Dossier, Mueller’s testimony, and how U.S. Attorney John Durham’s investigation may move this story in a new direction. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Mona Charen

For episode 89, we talked to Mona Charen, a syndicated columnist and senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. She is the author of the new book, “Sex Matters: How Modern Feminism Lost Touch with Science, Love, and Common Sense”.  In this conversation we explore the many important themes in her new book: Does women’s equality threaten traditional families? What can be done about rape culture on college campuses? Is chivalry dead? Is gender a choice? Is modern feminism increasing the happiness of women?This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

For episode 89, we talked to Mona Charen, a syndicated columnist and senior fellow at the Ethics and Public Policy Center. She is the author of the new book, “Sex Matters: How Modern Feminism Lost Touch with Science, Love, and Common Sense”.  In this conversation we explore the many important themes in her new book: Does women’s equality threaten traditional families? What can be done about rape culture on college campuses? Is chivalry dead? Is gender a choice? Is modern feminism increasing the happiness of women? This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Tim Alberta

New York Times bestselling author Tim Alberta is our guest for the 146th episode. He is the chief political correspondent for Politico Magazine and the author of “American Carnage”, which traces the arc of the Republican Party before and during the Trump era. In this conversation, we look back the pre-Trump era and explore whether he caused the current moment or seized it, consider whether Sarah Palin foreshadowed the Trump era, discuss central figures Ted Cruz, John Boehner, Paul Ryan and Mike Pence, finally attempt to answer the question of whether Trump ran for President wanting to win, review the internal deliberations held during ‘Access Hollywood tape’ weekend, consider a post-Trump era and discuss what the author learned from writing his first book.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

New York Times bestselling author Tim Alberta is our guest for the 146th episode. He is the chief political correspondent for Politico Magazine and the author of “American Carnage”, which traces the arc of the Republican Party before and during the Trump era. In this conversation, we look back the pre-Trump era and explore whether he caused the current moment or seized it, consider whether Sarah Palin foreshadowed the Trump era, discuss central figures Ted Cruz, John Boehner, Paul Ryan and Mike Pence, finally attempt to answer the question of whether Trump ran for President wanting to win, review the internal deliberations held during ‘Access Hollywood tape’ weekend, consider a post-Trump era and discuss what the author learned from writing his first book. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

In the 119th episode, we spoke with MSNBC national political correspondent Steve Kornacki, author of the new book, “The Red and the Blue: The 1990s and the Birth of Political Tribalism.” In this conversation we examine the political intensity of the 1990s, Bush 41 breaking his ‘no new taxes’ pledge, comparisons between 1992 and 2020, the independent candidacy of Ross Perot, the leadership of Newt Gingrich, how Perot’s bid differs from a potential independent bid by Howard Schultz, and whether Trump is a populist billionaire.  Finally, we look forward to the 2020 presidential election.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

In the 119th episode, we spoke with MSNBC national political correspondent Steve Kornacki, author of the new book, “The Red and the Blue: The 1990s and the Birth of Political Tribalism.” In this conversation we examine the political intensity of the 1990s, Bush 41 breaking his ‘no new taxes’ pledge, comparisons between 1992 and 2020, the independent candidacy of Ross Perot, the leadership of Newt Gingrich, how Perot’s bid differs from a potential independent bid by Howard Schultz, and whether Trump is a populist billionaire.  Finally, we look forward to the 2020 presidential election. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Sean Davis

Sean Davis is our guest for the 86th episode. He’s a co-founder of The Federalist and a former aide to U.S. Sen. Tom Coburn (R-OK). In this conversation, we preview the forthcoming U.S. Department of Justice Inspector General report, which is independently examining how DOJ and the FBI conducted the Clinton email investigation. We explore what questions most need an answer, who the key individuals are, and how this may connect to the Russia inquiry. Then we discuss the Mueller inquiry, the Steele dossier, Spygate, whether Trump should agree to an interview, and how this all may end.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Sean Davis is our guest for the 86th episode. He’s a co-founder of The Federalist and a former aide to U.S. Sen. Tom Coburn (R-OK). In this conversation, we preview the forthcoming U.S. Department of Justice Inspector General report, which is independently examining how DOJ and the FBI conducted the Clinton email investigation. We explore what questions most need an answer, who the key individuals are, and how this may connect to the Russia inquiry. Then we discuss the Mueller inquiry, the Steele dossier, Spygate, whether Trump should agree to an interview, and how this all may end. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Alice Stewart

Alice Stewart is our guest for the 161st episode. She’s a veteran GOP campaign operative, CNN contributor and resident fellow at Harvard’s Institute of Politics. In this conversation, we examine the politics of impeachment, what Pelosi’s strategy is, why there were no GOP defections, how impeachment will affect 2020, what she makes of the Democratic presidential candidates, and our guest sizes up President Trump’s political standing and the general election.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Alice Stewart is our guest for the 161st episode. She’s a veteran GOP campaign operative, CNN contributor and resident fellow at Harvard’s Institute of Politics. In this conversation, we examine the politics of impeachment, what Pelosi’s strategy is, why there were no GOP defections, how impeachment will affect 2020, what she makes of the Democratic presidential candidates, and our guest sizes up President Trump’s political standing and the general election. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

Mark Dubowitz

Our guest is Mark Dubowitz, who was recently profiled in The New York Times.  He is the CEO of the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, and has been called one of the most influential figures on the Iran Deal. In this discussion, we discuss the current state of play, Iran’s ballistic missile program, the sunset provisions, John Kerry’s role, Trump’s new national security team, the Iranian uprising, a new maximum pressure campaign, what the future of Iran looks like, his role in influencing the national debate, and whether the U.S. moving toward Saudi Arabia and away from Iran is a good thing.This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement

Our guest is Mark Dubowitz, who was recently profiled in The New York Times.  He is the CEO of the Foundation for the Defense of Democracies, and has been called one of the most influential figures on the Iran Deal. In this discussion, we discuss the current state of play, Iran’s ballistic missile program, the sunset provisions, John Kerry’s role, Trump’s new national security team, the Iranian uprising, a new maximum pressure campaign, what the future of Iran looks like, his role in influencing the national debate, and whether the U.S. moving toward Saudi Arabia and away from Iran is a good thing. This show is part of the Spreaker Prime Network, if you are interested in advertising on this podcast, contact us at <a href="https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://www.spreaker.com/show/4208530/advertisement</a>

The best podcast episodes on global issues affecting everyone. Covering topics such as the #metoo movement, climate change, the impact of technology and some of the biggest global issues facing us right now. For anyone interested in learning more about the world, and some of the issues we're facing, pick an episode below and start listening! Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

Best Episodes on Global Issues

The best podcast episodes about true crime. For any thrill seeking podcast listeners who just can't get enough of the captivating stories of murderers and criminals. This topic has all the best episodes from many different true crime podcasts.  Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!