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  • 344: Storm At The Capitol With Mary Clare Jalonick

    344: Storm At The Capitol With Mary Clare Jalonick
    Jan 8 2026

    Following the kidnapping of Maduro by our military, James and Al examine the role that oil and the court-ordered release of the Epstein Files played in Trump’s decision to intervene in Venezuela, how it will affect our politics, and if it’s the start of more aggressive behavior by the administration. Then, they welcome the author of “Storm At The Capitol”, Mary Clare Jalonick, to discuss the lead-up to J6, Trump’s effect on the crowd and the power of a mob mentality, what actually happened that day, and its ongoing impact on our politics and democracy.

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    Mary Clare Jalonick: Twitter | AP | Author of “Storm At The Capitol”

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    1 hr and 10 mins
  • 343: Happy New Year 2026 From The Gang

    343: Happy New Year 2026 From The Gang
    Jan 1 2026
    James and Al kick off the year by welcoming entertainment maven George Stevens Jr., financial wizard Roger Altman, and esteemed journalist Jill Abramson to reflect on the 1st year of Trump’s 2nd term and game out the year ahead. They share their thoughts on the transformative impact of A.I., Trump’s declining popularity, the evolution of the entertainment industry in the streaming era, the power of the free press to hold the powerful accountable, the state of the economy, and what to expect in 2026, before taking your questions.


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    Professor Jill Abramson: Twitter | NYT | Northeastern University | Author

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    1 hr and 12 mins
  • 342: Happy Holidays with Judy Woodruff & Mary Matalin

    342: Happy Holidays with Judy Woodruff & Mary Matalin
    Dec 25 2025
    James and Al hype the growing exodus from Trump, tear into the DOJ’s handling of the Epstein files, and lament the decline of journalism as represented by Bari Weiss at CBS. Then, they welcome their wives, PBS superstar Judy Woodruff and famed political consultant Mary Matalin, to discuss the upcoming 250th anniversary of the USA, the need to live up to our founding principles, and the mood of people across the country. Together, they answer your questions, celebrate the importance of family, and wish everyone a Merry Christmas.


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    Mary Matalin: Website | Author

    Judy Woodruff: Twitter | | America At A Crossroads | PBS | Instagram

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    37 mins
  • 341: Trump Derangement Syndrome

    341: Trump Derangement Syndrome
    Dec 18 2025
    James and Al discuss Susie Wiles’ exposé of Trump’s administration in Vanity Fair, share their takes on her description of the people in it, MAGA’s growing schism, Rob Reiner’s legacy, and Trump’s reaction to his murder. Then, they welcome Dr. James Densley of the Violence Prevention Project in the aftermath of mass shootings at Brown University and Bondi Beach to explain the growing gun violence epidemic, what motivates the people who carry out these heinous acts, the danger of rising anti-semitism, and the policies and leadership we need to put a stop to the killing.

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    Dr. James Densley: Website | Metro State University | Hamline University | The Violence Prevention Project | Author

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    1 hr and 21 mins
  • 340: Winning Back The Youth Vote with John Della Volpe

    340: Winning Back The Youth Vote with John Della Volpe
    Dec 11 2025
    James and Al celebrate the generational win in the Miami mayoral race, explain Trump’s rapid decline in popularity, and sound the alarm over corporate and foreign influence in entertainment and the broader economy. Then they welcome polling legend John Della Volpe to discuss his findings from the Harvard Youth Poll, which shows that young people are increasingly disillusioned with politics, losing faith in capitalism, and fear for their futures in the age of AI. Critically, they emphasize the need to re-engage these voters, give them hope, and get them to the polls.


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    John Della Volpe: Twitter | Harvard Institute of Politics | Website | Social Sphere | Substack | Author of “Fight”

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    1 hr and 26 mins
  • 339: Blood In The Water With Rep. Jason Crow

    339: Blood In The Water With Rep. Jason Crow
    Dec 4 2025
    James Carville & Al Hunt Are joined this week by Congressman Jason Crow and discuss military leadership of Pete Hegseth, accountability, and the current state of morale within the armed forces. He emphasizes the importance of candidate quality in political recruitment and critiques the current administration's approach to international relations and corruption. Crow's insights reflect his experiences as a veteran and a member of Congress, highlighting the challenges faced by the military and the political landscape.

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    1 hr and 14 mins
  • 338: Shocking Incompetence of the Trump Administration with Tom Edsall

    338: Shocking Incompetence of the Trump Administration with Tom Edsall
    Nov 27 2025
    Al Hunt and James Carville discuss the incompetence of the Trump administration. They are joined by Tom Edsall to talk about the rise of Christian nationalism and far right extremists in the Republican Party, including the role of anti-Semitism in current political discourse.

    James & Al then answer listener questions like exploring the impact of economic policies on voters, the dynamics within the Republican Party, and the importance of anger in mobilizing political action among Democrats.

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    1 hr and 8 mins
  • 337: The History Of The Epstein Files With Sidney Blumenthal

    337: The History Of The Epstein Files With Sidney Blumenthal
    Nov 20 2025
    James and Al welcome Clinton consigliere Sidney Blumenthal to discuss the Epstein file release, what we might find, and how it will influence the future of our politics and upcoming elections. They also look at the current state of Trump’s influence on the Republican Party, whether there will be a rebellion, and if he can hold his coalition together. Then, they review his recent hosting of MBS and what his administration plans when it comes to foreign relations.

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    1 hr and 11 mins