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Master political strategist James Carville and revered journalist Al Hunt convenes a war room each week to discuss the battle for the soul of the nation! Join them as they gather the sharpest minds from across the country to see who has the most compelling case for the American people on the issues that matter most.

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James and Al call out Elon’s election spending and MAGA misinformation, rip apart the last 2 years of Republican governance, and the races to focus on at the state level, before welcoming Brennan Center for Justice President Michael Waldman. They dis... more

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James and Al celebrate the election polls giving Dems a strong advantage going into the midterms, the effect of immigration policies on the country, and the motivations of MAGA while Trump is floundering. Then, they welcome journalist and author of “... more

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James and Al lay out the growing challenges facing Republicans heading into the midterms, how history will view his reign, and how to hold MAGA to account. Then, they welcome journalist and author of “Profiles In Cowardice”, Jacob Weisberg, to discus... more

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James and Al celebrate the excellent candidates running for office and their growing prospects in the midterms, shame Trump for his renewed war on the press and the 1st Amendment, and make the point that the administration is focusing on the trivial ... more

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Michael Waldman
President of the Brennan Center for Justice
Brennan Center for Justice
Episode: 392: Total Control Massive Failure
David Corn
Washington Bureau Chief, Mother Jones; author of How Russia Won, Donald Trump, Vladimir Putin and the Fight for America
Mother Jones
Episode: 391: How Russia Owns Trump with David Corn
Jacob Weisberg
Author of Profiles In Cowardice
Episode: 390: MAGA In Retreat with Jacob Weisberg & Nancy Lacore
Nancy Lacore
Retired three-star Navy Admiral; congressional candidate in SC-1
Episode: 390: MAGA In Retreat with Jacob Weisberg & Nancy Lacore
Sam Forstag
Democratic candidate for Montana's 1st district, firefighter and union leader
Democratic candidate, Montana
Episode: 389: We Didn’t Start The Fire with Sam Forstag
Manny Rutinel
Democratic candidate for Colorado's 8th District
Colorado politics / candidate
Episode: 388: A.I. Apocalypse with Manny Rutinel and Ira Shapiro
Ira Shapiro
Policy Maven and former top Senate staffer
Author/ commentator on governance
Episode: 388: A.I. Apocalypse with Manny Rutinel and Ira Shapiro
Zach Dembo
Democratic challenger for Kentucky's 6th Congressional District; former Navy JAG officer, federal prosecutor, top aide to Gov. Andy Beshear
Democrat, Kentucky 6th District candidate
Episode: 387: Trump’s Clown Convention with Zach Dembo
Bale Dalton
Congressional candidate for Florida's 7th District; former naval aviator and NASA chief of staff
Democratic candidate, Florida's 7th District
Episode: 386: Data Centers & Corruption with Bale Dalton & Jimmy Bierman

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James Carville
Host of Politics War Room; political strategist with decades of campaign and policy experience
Al Hunt
Co-host and journalist with extensive experience in politics, media, and policy discussions

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.5k ratings
  • Mitch McConnell's diaper

    Riddle me this:

    who is going to change Mitch McConnell's diaper everyday if not an illegal immigrant? His wife? I think not. A white South African? Nope.

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    5
    Prometheus---
    United States19 days ago
  • Trump’s Annual Salary Broken Down

    I taught middle school math for 38 years. Too few understand to what two billion dollars in one year would break down. 2,000,000,000/365=$5,479,452.0548. Almost 5.5 million dollars per day if one works seven days a week or 38.3 million dollars a week, or every seven days.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LeepKLB
    United States2 months ago
  • Deluded boomers

    These two deluded boomers still cannot accept the young people are voting for candidates that actually care about affordability unlike the corporate democrats do nothing for work class voters

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    1
    Prowrestling
    United States2 months ago
  • Dan Goldman

    Irreplaceable on his committees!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    LoriJNY
    United States4 months ago
  • Always Worth the Listen

    Both Al and James bring a history of perspective with them. I don’t always agree but I always listen to

    Apple Podcasts
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    Plecostomoud
    United States4 months ago

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Great historical and policy context, though occasionally polarizing
Insightful, candid political analysis that informs strategy
Engaging mix of guests and sharp debates

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392: Total Control Massive Failure
Q: Where is a Democrat getting too caught up in countering GOP messaging, and what should they focus on instead?
The consensus is to emphasize the massive failure of Republican governance, focus on tangible issues like affordability, gas, health care, and corruption, and avoid letting the GOP set the narrative by chasing every attack.
391: How Russia Owns Trump with David Corn
Q: What are the most important pivotal races to watch as we approach the midterms?
Corn and the hosts highlight critical gubernatorial and Senate contests in key states, noting how local dynamics can reflect broader national patterns and the influence of disinformation on voter decisions.
390: MAGA In Retreat with Jacob Weisberg & Nancy Lacore
Q: What were the key factors that led to the leadership changes in your district and across the country?
The conversation points to a mix of electoral dynamics, district demographics, national policy implications, and the way incumbents respond to both local and national pressures, with emphasis on leadership, integrity, and responsiveness to voters.
387: Trump’s Clown Convention with Zach Dembo
Q: With Washington in mind, you and your campaign have talked a lot about anti-corruption. Give us a couple of specifics that you'd like to do when you get to the House.
I support a ban on individual stock trading, a lifetime ban on lobbying, recusing yourself from any bill where you or your family has an interest, term limits, a possible age limit, and ensuring elected officials can't fly first class at the expense of taxpayers while traveling.
386: Data Centers & Corruption with Bale Dalton & Jimmy Bierman
Q: What anti-corruption measures would you implement if elected?
Dalton outlines banning insider trading by officials, stopping government insiders from participating in prediction markets, and moving toward stronger limits on money in electoral processes, as well as a push for accountability across agencies.

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The show consistently pairs sharp political analysis with a campaign-style mindset, stitching together discussions of economics, policy, elections, and national security. Episodes frequently feature economists, lawmakers, journalists, veterans, and historians who provide context on fiscal policy, foreign affairs, and upcoming elections, often interwoven with live audience questions and sponsor reads. The dynamic between the hosts—one a longtime Democratic strategist and the other an equally seasoned political journalist—drives vigorous debates, practical campaign insights, and candid assessments of leadership and strategy. A standout aspect is the frequent integration of historical perspective and real-world campaign experience, which helps... more

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2. David Corn
3. Jacob Weisberg
4. Nancy Lacore
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7. Ira Shapiro
8. Zach Dembo

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