Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner talk about the Iowa and New Hampshire primaries. Who will moderate Republicans back if the race becomes a Trump vs. Cruz contest? And could Bernie Sanders upset Hillary Clinton early on?

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner talk about the Iowa and New Hampshire primaries. Who will moderate Republicans back if the race becomes a Trump vs. Cruz contest? And could Bernie Sanders upset Hillary Clinton early on?

Our Hosts Gaze Into The Future

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and The Gist’s Mike Pesca discuss the most recent Democratic debate, remember Lindsey Graham’s presidential run, and talk about how Ted Cruz is cozying up to Donald Trump.

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and The Gist’s Mike Pesca discuss the most recent Democratic debate, remember Lindsey Graham’s presidential run, and talk about how Ted Cruz is cozying up to Donald Trump.

Not watching the Democratic debates?

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner try to interpret Ted Cruz’ appeal to GOP primary voters in Iowa, while Donald Trump’s doctor has issued the candidate a flawless bill of health. We also express our sympathy for the Obamas, who will spend hours shaking hands with well-wishers this Christmas season.This episode is brought to you by Squarespace. Start building your website today atSquarespace.com. Enter offer code AMERICA at checkout to get 10%off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful.

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner try to interpret Ted Cruz’ appeal to GOP primary voters in Iowa, while Donald Trump’s doctor has issued the candidate a flawless bill of health. We also express our sympathy for the Obamas, who will spend hours shaking hands with well-wishers this Christmas season.This episode is brought to you by Squarespace. Start building your website today at<a href="http://Squarespace.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squarespace.com</a>. Enter offer code AMERICA at checkout to get 10%off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful.

To Whom My Concern

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, Alex Wagner and The Washington Post’s David Weigel discuss Donald Trump’s xenophobia and how other GOP candidates are, or could respond. Also, they talk about how President Obama addressed terror last weekend.This episode is brought to you by Squarespace. Start building your website today at Squarespace.com. Enter offer code AMERICA at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful.

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, Alex Wagner and The Washington Post’s David Weigel discuss Donald Trump’s xenophobia and how other GOP candidates are, or could respond. Also, they talk about how President Obama addressed terror last weekend.This episode is brought to you by Squarespace. Start building your website today at <a href="http://Squarespace.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Squarespace.com</a>. Enter offer code AMERICA at checkout to get 10% off. Squarespace—Build it Beautiful.

#HugAMuslim

New York magazine’s Rebecca Traister joins hosts Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner to talk about GOP silence on the Planned Parenthood shooting in Colorado. Also: can Trump top himself yet again? And Ted Cruz rhapsodizes about The Princess Bride.Have you heard "The Message"? An original science fiction podcast from Panoply and GE Podcast Theater. All of Season 1 is available now, so listen and find out why a 70-year-old alien recording seems to be killing people. Search for The Message on iTunes.

New York magazine’s Rebecca Traister joins hosts Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner to talk about GOP silence on the Planned Parenthood shooting in Colorado. Also: can Trump top himself yet again? And Ted Cruz rhapsodizes about The Princess Bride. Have you heard "The Message"? An original science fiction podcast from Panoply and GE Podcast Theater. All of Season 1 is available now, so listen and find out why a 70-year-old alien recording seems to be killing people. Search for The Message on iTunes.

Avoiding the doo-doo smears

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and special guest Mike Pesca talk about the unstoppable Donald Trump and his bigotry, as well as the new Democratic governor of Louisiana and how Bernie Sanders has pushed Hillary Clinton to the left.Podcast for America is brought to you by MileIQ, the only mileage tracker app that detects, logs and calculates your miles for you, ensuring that every mile is accounted for and no dollar is lost. Try MileIQ for free today by texting AMERICA to 31996. 

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and special guest Mike Pesca talk about the unstoppable Donald Trump and his bigotry, as well as the new Democratic governor of Louisiana and how Bernie Sanders has pushed Hillary Clinton to the left. Podcast for America is brought to you by MileIQ, the only mileage tracker app that detects, logs and calculates your miles for you, ensuring that every mile is accounted for and no dollar is lost. Try MileIQ for free today by texting AMERICA to 31996.

The Beginning Of The End For Trump? Probably Not.

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner discuss the ways in which the recent attacks in Paris could impact the presidential race for both parties. They also wonder what Donald Trump winning the GOP nomination would actually mean.This episode of Podcast for America is brought to you by CardsDirect.com. With over 5,000 cards to choose from, you can design the perfect holiday cards with CardsDirect.com. The holidays are just a few weeks away, so create your cards today, plus save 25% off at checkout when you visit CardsDirect.com/america.Podcast for America is also brought to you by MileIQ, the only mileage tracker app that detects, logs and calculates your miles for you, ensuring that every mile is accounted for and no dollar is lost. Try MileIQ for free today by texting AMERICA to 31996. That’s AMERICA to 31996.And also by Spotless, a sexy and bold drama laced with dark humor from Esquire Network. Learn more about Spotless by downloading ‘Coming Clean’ a roundtable podcast that goes behind the scenes of TV’s best dark dramas, and tune into Spotless, Saturdays at 10/9c on Esquire Network.

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner discuss the ways in which the recent attacks in Paris could impact the presidential race for both parties. They also wonder what Donald Trump winning the GOP nomination would actually mean. This episode of Podcast for America is brought to you by <a href="http://CardsDirect.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CardsDirect.com</a>. With over 5,000 cards to choose from, you can design the perfect holiday cards with <a href="http://CardsDirect.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CardsDirect.com</a>. The holidays are just a few weeks away, so create your cards today, plus save 25% off at checkout when you visit <a href="http://CardsDirect.com/america" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CardsDirect.com/america</a>. Podcast for America is also brought to you by MileIQ, the only mileage tracker app that detects, logs and calculates your miles for you, ensuring that every mile is accounted for and no dollar is lost. Try MileIQ for free today by texting AMERICA to 31996. That’s AMERICA to 31996. And also by Spotless, a sexy and bold drama laced with dark humor from Esquire Network. Learn more about Spotless by downloading ‘Coming Clean’ a roundtable podcast that goes behind the scenes of TV’s best dark dramas, and tune into Spotless, Saturdays at 10/9c on Esquire Network.

Just how does Paris change everything?

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner ponder Ben Carson’s biography, vet the vetting of presidential candidates, and talk about schmoozing with Donald Trump at the SNL after-party.Podcast for America is brought to you by Spotless, a new series from the Esquire Network. A sexy and bold drama laced with dark humor. Download ‘Coming Clean’ a podcast that goes behind the scenes of TV’s best dark dramas, and  tune into the Spotless series premiere November 14 at 10/9c on Esquire Network.This episode is also brought to you by MileIQ. If you’re one of the 60 million Americans who drive for work then you know that your miles are your dollars. Every mile you don’t log is money that you are losing. Try MileIQ for free today by texting AMERICA to 31996.This episode of Podcast for America is also brought to you by CardsDirect.com. With over 5,000 cards to choose from, you can design the perfect holiday cards. The holidays are just a few weeks away, so create your cards today, plus save 25% off at checkout when you visit CardsDirect.com/america.

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner ponder Ben Carson’s biography, vet the vetting of presidential candidates, and talk about schmoozing with Donald Trump at the SNL after-party. Podcast for America is brought to you by Spotless, a new series from the Esquire Network. A sexy and bold drama laced with dark humor. Download ‘Coming Clean’ a podcast that goes behind the scenes of TV’s best dark dramas, and  tune into the Spotless series premiere November 14 at 10/9c on Esquire Network. This episode is also brought to you by MileIQ. If you’re one of the 60 million Americans who drive for work then you know that your miles are your dollars. Every mile you don’t log is money that you are losing. Try MileIQ for free today by texting AMERICA to 31996. This episode of Podcast for America is also brought to you by <a href="http://CardsDirect.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CardsDirect.com</a>. With over 5,000 cards to choose from, you can design the perfect holiday cards. The holidays are just a few weeks away, so create your cards today, plus save 25% off at checkout when you visit <a href="http://CardsDirect.com/america" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">CardsDirect.com/america</a>.

Violent Behavior and SNL

Josh Earnest

Mark Leibovich and Annie Lowrey talk about the GOP candidates and how they’d like to change their debates, the beginning of political ad season, and White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest drops in to talk about baseball and new House Speaker Paul Ryan.Today’s episode of Podcast for America is sponsored by the American Heart Association, which is urging lawmakers to save physical education. The average school gets just $764 every year for phys ed. Go to heart.org/LetThemPlay to learn more and take action.

Mark Leibovich and Annie Lowrey talk about the GOP candidates and how they’d like to change their debates, the beginning of political ad season, and White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest drops in to talk about baseball and new House Speaker Paul Ryan. Today’s episode of Podcast for America is sponsored by the American Heart Association, which is urging lawmakers to save physical education. The average school gets just $764 every year for phys ed. Go to <a href="http://heart.org/LetThemPlay" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">heart.org/LetThemPlay</a> to learn more and take action.

The Candidates vs. the RNC and White House Press Secretary Josh Earnest

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner discuss the third GOP debate, the country’s perceived liberal media bias, and what transpired when Jeb Bush and Marco Rubio finally went mano a mano in front of the country.Today’s episode of Podcast for America is sponsored by the American Heart Association, which is urging lawmakers to save physical education. The average school gets just $764 every year for phys ed. Go to heart.org/LetThemPlay to learn more and take action.This episode is also sponsored by MileIQ. MileIQ is the only mileage tracker app that detects, logs and calculates your miles for you, ensuring that every mile is accounted for and no dollar is lost. Try MileIQ for free today by texting AMERICA to 31996. That’s AMERICA to 31996.

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner discuss the third GOP debate, the country’s perceived liberal media bias, and what transpired when Jeb Bush and Marco Rubio finally went mano a mano in front of the country. Today’s episode of Podcast for America is sponsored by the American Heart Association, which is urging lawmakers to save physical education. The average school gets just $764 every year for phys ed. Go to <a href="http://heart.org/LetThemPlay" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">heart.org/LetThemPlay</a> to learn more and take action. This episode is also sponsored by MileIQ. MileIQ is the only mileage tracker app that detects, logs and calculates your miles for you, ensuring that every mile is accounted for and no dollar is lost. Try MileIQ for free today by texting AMERICA to 31996. That’s AMERICA to 31996.

Jeb Vs. Rubio, The Showdown

A new show from Panoply about the human feeding frenzy that is Washington during a presidential campaign cycle, with Alex Wagner, host of MSNBC's "Now with Alex Wagner," Mark Leibovich, New York Times Magazine's national correspondent and author of "This Town," and Annie Lowrey, contributing editor at New York Magazine.

Lindsey Graham

Annie Lowrey and Alex Wagner are joined by special guest Glenn Thrush to talk about Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton, and GOP presidential candidate Sen. Lindsey Graham makes an appearance.Podcast for America is brought to you by the Rachel Maddow Show. Every weeknight MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow breaks down the big headlines for the local threads that tie them all together. Sure, that’s a lot of searching and it takes a lot of work. But even in a country this big, there are no local stories: your life and what you see from your front porch is directly connected to the national news. Watch Rachel as she connects the dots and covers America’s news, one story at a time.

Annie Lowrey and Alex Wagner are joined by special guest Glenn Thrush to talk about Joe Biden and Hillary Clinton, and GOP presidential candidate Sen. Lindsey Graham makes an appearance. Podcast for America is brought to you by the Rachel Maddow Show. Every weeknight MSNBC’s Rachel Maddow breaks down the big headlines for the local threads that tie them all together. Sure, that’s a lot of searching and it takes a lot of work. But even in a country this big, there are no local stories: your life and what you see from your front porch is directly connected to the national news. Watch Rachel as she connects the dots and covers America’s news, one story at a time.

Run, Joe, Run? & Lindsey Graham

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner record live from Politicon, and talk with John Heilemann, James Carville, and Jon Favreau about the current state of the presidential race. 

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner record live from Politicon, and talk with John Heilemann, James Carville, and Jon Favreau about the current state of the presidential race.

Live from Politicon, It’s Podcast for America!

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner discuss Trump’s dipping poll numbers, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy’s Benghazi gaffe, and Joe Biden’s possible bid for president. 

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner discuss Trump’s dipping poll numbers, House Majority Leader Kevin McCarthy’s Benghazi gaffe, and Joe Biden’s possible bid for president.

The Softer Side of Trump’s Poll Numbers

Mark Leibovich, Jake Sherman, and Alex Wagner discuss Speaker of the House John Boehner’s surprise resignation, Bernie Sanders’ rising campaign, and whether Jeb Bush, who’s now in fifth position among the GOP frontrunners, should actually bow out.

Mark Leibovich, Jake Sherman, and Alex Wagner discuss Speaker of the House John Boehner’s surprise resignation, Bernie Sanders’ rising campaign, and whether Jeb Bush, who’s now in fifth position among the GOP frontrunners, should actually bow out.

How to Bow Out Gracefully

Mark Leibovich and Annie Lowrey discuss the Republican party’s awkward relationship with Pope Francis, Hillary Clinton’s rising poll numbers, and questions posed by you, dear Podcast for America listeners. 

Mark Leibovich and Annie Lowrey discuss the Republican party’s awkward relationship with Pope Francis, Hillary Clinton’s rising poll numbers, and questions posed by you, dear Podcast for America listeners.

The GOP vs. Pope Francis

Hosts Alex Wagner and Annie Lowrey are back, with Mike Pesca subbing in for Mark, for the post-Republican debate spectacular you've all be waiting for. This week: Did Carly Fiorina really ninja the debate like everyone is saying? What did Alex, Annie and Mike learn from sitting through more than three hours of Republican talking-points? Finally, they share their Secret Service codenames.

Hosts Alex Wagner and Annie Lowrey are back, with Mike Pesca subbing in for Mark, for the post-Republican debate spectacular you've all be waiting for. This week: Did Carly Fiorina really ninja the debate like everyone is saying? What did Alex, Annie and Mike learn from sitting through more than three hours of Republican talking-points? Finally, they share their Secret Service codenames.

On the Loofahing of the Republican Party

Jon Favreau

Mark Leibovich and Alex Wagner discuss Hillary Clinton’s precarious relationship with the Hamptons, the final stage of Obama’s presidency, and the first candidate to declare for the 2020 presidential race: Kanye West.

Mark Leibovich and Alex Wagner discuss Hillary Clinton’s precarious relationship with the Hamptons, the final stage of Obama’s presidency, and the first candidate to declare for the 2020 presidential race: Kanye West.

Obama’s Last Stretch, with Jon Favreau

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey and Alex Wagner discuss Joe Biden’s potential presidential bid, how Chinese market turmoil will impact the primaries, and if the primary’s newest third party candidate can out-trump Trump. His name: Deez Nuts.  

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey and Alex Wagner discuss Joe Biden’s potential presidential bid, how Chinese market turmoil will impact the primaries, and if the primary’s newest third party candidate can out-trump Trump. His name: Deez Nuts.

Ladies and Gentlemen, Candidate Deez Nuts

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey and Alex Wagner discuss Al Gore and Joe Biden’s possible presidential bids, the tradition of politicians summering in New England, and how Donald Trump is the Honey Badger of the GOP primaries. 

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey and Alex Wagner discuss Al Gore and Joe Biden’s possible presidential bids, the tradition of politicians summering in New England, and how Donald Trump is the Honey Badger of the GOP primaries.

August's Hottest Breaking Rumors

Mark Leibovich and Annie Lowrey discuss the results of last week’s Republican primary debate, Chuck Schumer’s opposition of the Iran nuclear deal, and Hillary Clinton’s proposed attack on student loan debt.

Mark Leibovich and Annie Lowrey discuss the results of last week’s Republican primary debate, Chuck Schumer’s opposition of the Iran nuclear deal, and Hillary Clinton’s proposed attack on student loan debt.

The “Debate Hangover Continues” Edition

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A new show from Panoply about the human feeding frenzy that is Washington during a presidential campaign cycle, with Alex Wagner, host of MSNBC's "Now with Alex Wagner," Mark Leibovich, New York Times Magazine's national correspondent and author of "This Town," and Annie Lowrey, contributing editor at New York Magazine.

Podcast for America

Stuart Stevens

In this week’s episode of Podcast for America!, Alex Wagner and Mark Leibovich, speak with political consultant and former top Romney strategist Stuart Stevens about the upcoming Republican debate on Fox. Have questions or comments for Mark, Annie, and Alex? Email them to podcastforamerica@gmail.com or Tweet them to @PodForAmericaPodcast for America! was brought to you by The Great Courses. Go to thegreatcourses.com/AMERICA for 80% off select courses. 

In this week’s episode of Podcast for America!, Alex Wagner and Mark Leibovich, speak with political consultant and former top Romney strategist Stuart Stevens about the upcoming Republican debate on Fox.  Have questions or comments for Mark, Annie, and Alex? Email them to podcastforamerica@gmail.com or Tweet them to @PodForAmerica Podcast for America! was brought to you by The Great Courses. Go to <a href="http://thegreatcourses.com/AMERICA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">thegreatcourses.com/AMERICA</a> for 80% off select courses.

Republican Debate Pregame Show with Stuart Stevens

Hillary Clinton

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner look at Hillary Clinton’s assault on American Corporate greed. Also, did Ted Cruz’s book miss The New York Times Best Seller List due to a liberal media conspiracy? Finally, Donald Trump, and how his political brow beating has led to a temporarily muzzled GOP. This episode of Podcast for America is sponsored by Stamps.com. Stamps.com makes mailing and shipping easy. Go to Stamps.com, click on the microphone at the TOP of the homepage and enter America.  This episode of Podcast for America is also sponsored by The Great Courses. The Great Courses has created a special, limited time offer for our listeners. Order from eight of their bestselling series at up to 80 percent off. Go to www.thegreatcourses.com/AMERICA Panoply’s conducting a survey. Click here to fill it out: Panoply.fm/surveyBy filling it out you'll help Panoply make great podcasts about the thing you love, and things you didn't even know you loved.Panoply.fm/survey 

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner look at Hillary Clinton’s assault on American Corporate greed. Also, did Ted Cruz’s book miss The New York Times Best Seller List due to a liberal media conspiracy? Finally, Donald Trump, and how his political brow beating has led to a temporarily muzzled GOP.   This episode of Podcast for America is sponsored by <a href="http://Stamps.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stamps.com</a>. <a href="http://Stamps.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stamps.com</a> makes mailing and shipping easy. Go to <a href="http://Stamps.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stamps.com</a>, click on the microphone at the TOP of the homepage and enter America.    This episode of Podcast for America is also sponsored by The Great Courses. The Great Courses has created a special, limited time offer for our listeners. Order from eight of their bestselling series at up to 80 percent off. Go to <a href="http://www.thegreatcourses.com/AMERICA" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.thegreatcourses.com/AMERICA</a>   Panoply’s conducting a survey. Click here to fill it out: <a href="http://Panoply.fm/survey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Panoply.fm/survey</a> By filling it out you'll help Panoply make great podcasts about the thing you love, and things you didn't even know you loved. <a href="http://Panoply.fm/survey" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Panoply.fm/survey</a>

Hillary Clinton’s Greedy-Corporate-America Smack Down

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner look at Hillary Clinton’s treatment (or lack thereof) of the media, which this weekend took place behind ropes. Plus, are members of the media too whiny for their own good? And finally, Chris Christie, Ted Cruz and the posse of GOP hopefuls who insist that they’re the honest ones, who “tell it like it is.” Podcast for America!  is brought to you by Stamps.com. Use Stamps.com to buy and print official U.S. postage for any letter or package using your own computer and printer. Right now, go to Stamps.com and use the promo code AMERICA for a no-risk trial, plus $100 bonus offer that includes up to $55 in free postage.Stamps.com promo code AMERICA

Mark Leibovich, Annie Lowrey, and Alex Wagner look at Hillary Clinton’s treatment (or lack thereof) of the media, which this weekend took place behind ropes. Plus, are members of the media too whiny for their own good? And finally, Chris Christie, Ted Cruz and the posse of GOP hopefuls who insist that they’re the honest ones, who “tell it like it is.”   Podcast for America!  is brought to you by <a href="http://Stamps.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stamps.com</a>. Use <a href="http://Stamps.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stamps.com</a> to buy and print official U.S. postage for any letter or package using your own computer and printer. Right now, go to <a href="http://Stamps.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stamps.com</a> and use the promo code AMERICA for a no-risk trial, plus $100 bonus offer that includes up to $55 in free postage. <a href="http://Stamps.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Stamps.com</a> promo code AMERICA

Metrics of Purity at Truth Mountain

The Best Multi-Part Documentaries, with documentaries on Obama, Federer vs Nadal, the making of Star Wars, Netflix vs Blockbuster and more. Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

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"It all started around 1997, with a guy named Marc Randolph and his mathematician friend Reed Hastings. Randolph and Hastings knew they’d have to take on Blockbuster, but what they didn’t anticipate was that their business model would take on network television and eventually change the entire movie industry.
This was an 8-year total war that left innumerable casualties in its wake: thousands of hollowed out buildings and economic losses in the billions."

An 8-part series on the brutal business battle between Netflix and Blockbuster, and later HBO.

This is Episode 1 of an 8-part series on the brutal business battle between Netflix and Blockbuster, and later HBO.It all started around 1997, with a guy named Marc Randolph and his mathematician friend Reed Hastings. Randolph and Hastings knew they’d have to take on Blockbuster, but what they didn’t anticipate was that their business model would take on network television and eventually change the entire movie industry.This was an 8-year total war that left innumerable casualties in its wake: thousands of hollowed out buildings and economic losses in the billions.Support us by supporting our sponsors!

Business Wars

This is Episode 1 of an 8-part series on the brutal business battle between Netflix and Blockbuster, and later HBO.It all started around 1997, with a guy named Marc Randolph and his mathematician friend Reed Hastings. Randolph and Hastings knew they’d have to take on Blockbuster, but what they didn’t anticipate was that their business model would take on network television and eventually change the entire movie industry.This was an 8-year total war that left innumerable casualties in its wake: thousands of hollowed out buildings and economic losses in the billions. Support us by supporting our sponsors!

Netflix vs Blockbuster - Sudden Death | 1

You don't have to like tennis to like this. There is so much to learn from how this rivalry made each player better. This series explores the unique tennis rivalry between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal-- two very different players, both exceptional, in pursuit of perfection. Swiss-born Roger Federer was seemingly born with a racquet in his hand and at a young age he quickly masters the game, but what he needs to reach the top is to learn how to master his emotions. Meanwhile, Spaniard Rafael Nadal learns the game under the tutelage of his uncle Toni on the clay courts of Mallorca, where the decision to make him a left-handed player separates him early from his competition.

A 7 part series on Federer and Nadal

In this series we explore the unique tennis rivalry between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal-- two very different players, both exceptional, in pursuit of perfection. Swiss-born Roger Federer was seemingly born with a racquet in his hand and at a young age he quickly masters the game, but what he needs to reach the top is to learn how to master his emotions. Meanwhile, Spaniard Rafael Nadal learns the game under the tutelage of his uncle Toni on the clay courts of Mallorca, where the decision to make him a left-handed player separates him early from his competition. Support us by supporting our sponsors!

Sports Wars

In this series we explore the unique tennis rivalry between Roger Federer and Rafael Nadal-- two very different players, both exceptional, in pursuit of perfection. Swiss-born Roger Federer was seemingly born with a racquet in his hand and at a young age he quickly masters the game, but what he needs to reach the top is to learn how to master his emotions. Meanwhile, Spaniard Rafael Nadal learns the game under the tutelage of his uncle Toni on the clay courts of Mallorca, where the decision to make him a left-handed player separates him early from his competition.  Support us by supporting our sponsors!

Federer vs Nadal - The Hothead | 1

Best Multi-Part Documentaries

The best podcast episodes on romantic relationships. Episodes talk about the 5 love languages, intimacy, and the taboo topics of sexual desires and infidelity. This topic is a deep dive into the science and complexities that face us in our relationships with others. Add episodes you're interested into your queue below!

[Contains mature themes] He reached out because a year after the discovery of his affair, they aren’t fighting anymore, but they certainly haven’t moved on. Esther guides them towards a more honest conversation, and a revelation about their communication.

Where Should We Begin? with Esther Perel

[Contains mature themes] He reached out because a year after the discovery of his affair, they aren’t fighting anymore, but they certainly haven’t moved on. Esther guides them towards a more honest conversation, and a revelation about their communication.

I've Had Better

 Welcome!  My guest today is Dr. John Gottman, one of the world's leading experts on how to have an amazing relationship.  He and his wife Julie currently operate The Gottman Institute in Seattle, offering numerous resources and training.  Join us for a deep dive into their work!  Dr. Gottman’s findings are largely based on the conclusions he has made over many years of research and observations of couples. He and his team have how to be a master (and avoid being a disaster) at relationship.  Dr. Gottman discusses the following topics:   “The Sound Relationship House” - what is the foundation for a relationship that lasts?  Learn the importance of having high expectations in relationship, and also uncover ways in which what you'd *think* would be good for your relationship is actually counterproductive.  Dr. Gottman identifies Styles of Confronting Conflict:  Volatile, Validating, and Conflict-Avoiding. All of these conflict styles can lead to successful relationships. Learn what to do if you and your partner are mismatched in your conflict style.  Dr. Gottman discusses “bids” we make with our partner as an attempt to connect. Are you a "yes" to your partner's bids? Are they a yes to yours?  “Bids” that fail are often the beginnings of conflict. How do things change if you start paying attention and responding to your partner's bids in a positive way?  Mindfulness is the key to noticing these bids and avoiding conflict.  “Small Things Often” - a reminder to turn toward these bids in the small moments of life.  Dr. Gottman's concept of startup is a way of thinking about what you bring to your interactions with your partner. Do you start in a place that's already positive, and thinking highly of your partner? Or do you start in a place where you are suspecting the worst of your partner?  Build up your emotional bank account with small compliments (deposits).  According to John, there are three phases of any relationship:  Falling in Love (initial), Building Trust (middle), and Cherishing Your Partner (long-term intimacy). What phase are you in? The key to success is using strategies that are appropriate for where you are in your relationship.  The key to more sex is having the freedom to say "no" without being punished for it. If refusing sex can actually have a positive payoff, then it will actually lead to a couple having a more satisfying (and frequent) sex life.  Do you ever wonder how to make a good relationship GREAT? Focus on cherishing your partner.  What if YOU are the only partner who wants to make changes?  Can you make a difference?  Absolutely. Learn how shifts in your approach can have a profound affect on your relationship.  The key to success in a relationship isn't that nothing bad ever happens. It's how well you as a couple learn how to repair after those things occur. John discusses how you can learn to repair, and the positive effects that has on long-term relationships.  Do you know how to decide if you’re in a bad relationship?  When you're with your partner, are you at your best? Or are you veering off towards your worst? Gottman offers this simple guideline for how to know whether to stay or go. Also what to think about BEFORE you decide that you're on the wrong path.   Join us for these topics and more.  Dr. Gottman has practical information that can improve your relationship TODAY!   Links and Resources:  What Makes Love Last: How to Build Trust and Avoid Betrayal by Dr. John Gottman  The Gottman Institute, Seattle   www.gottman.com    www.neilsattin.com/gottman    (visit to download a .pdf of this episode guide along with John Gottman's "Dreams in Conflict" exercise to help couples who seem to have irreconcilable differences. You can also text “PASSION” to 33444 for instructions on how to download the guide. If you download the guide within the first week of this show's airing, you will also qualify for a chance to win a free signed copy of Dr. Gottman’s book "What Makes Love Last".) The Relationship Alive Community on Facebook Amazing intro/outro music provided courtesy of: The Railsplitters - Check them Out! 

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Welcome!  My guest today is Dr. John Gottman, one of the world's leading experts on how to have an amazing relationship.  He and his wife Julie currently operate The Gottman Institute in Seattle, offering numerous resources and training.  Join us for a deep dive into their work! Dr. Gottman’s findings are largely based on the conclusions he has made over many years of research and observations of couples. He and his team have how to be a master (and avoid being a disaster) at relationship. Dr. Gottman discusses the following topics: <ul> <li> “The Sound Relationship House” - what is the foundation for a relationship that lasts?</li> <li> Learn the importance of having high expectations in relationship, and also uncover ways in which what you'd *think* would be good for your relationship is actually counterproductive.</li> <li> Dr. Gottman identifies Styles of Confronting Conflict:  Volatile, Validating, and Conflict-Avoiding. All of these conflict styles can lead to successful relationships. Learn what to do if you and your partner are mismatched in your conflict style.</li> <li> Dr. Gottman discusses “bids” we make with our partner as an attempt to connect. Are you a "yes" to your partner's bids? Are they a yes to yours?</li> <li> “Bids” that fail are often the beginnings of conflict. How do things change if you start paying attention and responding to your partner's bids in a positive way?</li> <li> Mindfulness is the key to noticing these bids and avoiding conflict.</li> <li> “Small Things Often” - a reminder to turn toward these bids in the small moments of life.</li> <li> Dr. Gottman's concept of startup is a way of thinking about what you bring to your interactions with your partner. Do you start in a place that's already positive, and thinking highly of your partner? Or do you start in a place where you are suspecting the worst of your partner?</li> <li> Build up your emotional bank account with small compliments (deposits).</li> <li> According to John, there are three phases of any relationship:  Falling in Love (initial), Building Trust (middle), and Cherishing Your Partner (long-term intimacy). What phase are you in? The key to success is using strategies that are appropriate for where you are in your relationship.</li> <li> The key to more sex is having the freedom to say "no" without being punished for it. If refusing sex can actually have a positive payoff, then it will actually lead to a couple having a more satisfying (and frequent) sex life.</li> <li> Do you ever wonder how to make a good relationship GREAT? Focus on cherishing your partner.</li> <li> What if YOU are the only partner who wants to make changes?  Can you make a difference?  Absolutely. Learn how shifts in your approach can have a profound affect on your relationship.</li> <li> The key to success in a relationship isn't that nothing bad ever happens. It's how well you as a couple learn how to repair after those things occur. John discusses how you can learn to repair, and the positive effects that has on long-term relationships.</li> <li> Do you know how to decide if you’re in a bad relationship?  When you're with your partner, are you at your best? Or are you veering off towards your worst? Gottman offers this simple guideline for how to know whether to stay or go. Also what to think about BEFORE you decide that you're on the wrong path.</li> </ul> Join us for these topics and more.  Dr. Gottman has practical information that can improve your relationship TODAY!  Links and Resources: <a href="http://www.amazon.com/What-Makes-Love-Last-Betrayal/dp/1451608489/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">What Makes Love Last: How to Build Trust and Avoid Betrayal</a> by Dr. John Gottman The Gottman Institute, Seattle <a href="http://www.gottman.com" rel="nofollow" target="_blank"> www.gottman.com</a> <a href="http://www.neilsattin.com/gottman" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">www.neilsattin.com/gottman</a>    (visit to download a .pdf of this episode guide along with John Gottman's "Dreams in Conflict" exercise to help couples who seem to have irreconcilable differences. You can also text “PASSION” to 33444 for instructions on how to download the guide. If you download the guide within the first week of this show's airing, you will also qualify for a chance to win a free signed copy of Dr. Gottman’s book "What Makes Love Last".) The <a href="https://www.facebook.com/groups/RelationshipAliveCommunity/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">Relationship Alive Community</a> on Facebook Amazing intro/outro music provided courtesy of: <a href="http://www.therailsplitters.com/" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">The Railsplitters - Check them Out! </a>

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