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Connecting today's political discourse with the past 40 years of politics. Using audio taken from C-SPAN's vast Video Library, each episode focuses on a theme tied to current events providing a unique perspective on today's news.

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It's that wonderful time of year ... time for the Major League Baseball post-season.

And not just time for the playoffs and the World Series – but also time for politicians to talk about the playoffs and the World Series.

In particular, Presidents ... more

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Time now … for the losers.

Time to hear from presidential candidates who ran for the White House – and lost … and the reasons they gave for losing.

Like Democrat John Kerry after the 2004 election

Fear and the war were shoved at America in an expl... more

Can you imagine a time when Democrats and Republicans in Congress not only voted the same way — but said the same thing?

It actually did happen — right after the terror attacks of 9/11

"Today, we join together not as Democrats nor Republicans, but... more

On August 30th, 2025, Mark Knoller, the legendary, long-time member of the White House press corps, died. In tribute, the latest episode of C-SPAN's podcast "The Weekly" is all about Mark Knoller — his decades of appearances — and mentions — on C-SPA... more

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Recent Guests

Kirk Bado
Editor of National Journal's Hotline
National Journal
Episode: Presidents and Summer Vacations – Behind-the-scenes history with Kirk Bado
Jon Macks
Legendary comedy writer and producer with extensive experience in live television, including Academy Awards and major late-night shows.
Episode: Our Annual Supreme Court Justice Comedy Festival - With Special Guest Jon Macks
Dr. Tevi Troy
Veteran historian and author specializing in presidential history
Author of 'The Power and the Money'
Episode: Presidents and Politics with 6 Celebrity CEOs not named Elon Musk
Chad Pergram
Senior Congressional Correspondent for Fox News
Fox News
Episode: Three Top Senate Reporters Share Favorite Senate TV Moments for C-SPAN2 Anniversary
Carl Hulse
Chief Washington Correspondent of the New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Three Top Senate Reporters Share Favorite Senate TV Moments for C-SPAN2 Anniversary
Paul Kane
Senior Congressional Correspondent of The Washington Post
The Washington Post
Episode: Three Top Senate Reporters Share Favorite Senate TV Moments for C-SPAN2 Anniversary
Tamara Keith
White House Correspondent for NPR and co-host of NPR Politics Podcast, former president of the WHCA.
NPR
Episode: Four Former WHCA Presidents Tell Us Their Favorite Big Media Dinner Moments and Inside Stories
Ann Compton
Legendary White House reporter for ABC News, first woman assigned to cover the White House full-time by a network.
ABC News
Episode: Four Former WHCA Presidents Tell Us Their Favorite Big Media Dinner Moments and Inside Stories
Susan Page
Washington Bureau Chief of USA Today, author, and former president of WHCA.
USA Today
Episode: Four Former WHCA Presidents Tell Us Their Favorite Big Media Dinner Moments and Inside Stories

Hosts

Howard
Host providing analysis and hosting discussions centered around political events and history.
Ryan Reynolds
Co-host known for engaging discussions and unique perspectives on political matters.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 121 ratings
  • Annual Baseball Episode

    Back when they wanted suggestions for the name of the “new” Washington baseball team - I wanted them to be the Washington (Beltway) Bandits.

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    another RJF
    United States6 months ago
  • Went woke

    Had to unfollow

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    1
    The reviewer
    United States7 months ago
  • This should be required listening for students

    C-SPAN has been doing the rare work of unfiltered access to the people who run our country. I’ve never watched it on TV but a podcast is a terrific way to dip into the vast trove of content.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    sophieyale
    United States7 months ago
  • Funny, enlightening, and captivating

    Hands down one of the best podcasts out there. Wildly underrated.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    grincon55
    United States2 years ago
  • Gutless

    I’m tired of reporters and interviewers not calling out lies when they hear them. We’ll never get the truth if they don’t have the knowledge and the guts to question and require background information.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Lexie'smom2
    United States5 years ago

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The unique archival content is praised for enriching understanding of contemporary political issues.
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Some criticisms arise concerning the political stance of certain episodes, leading to mixed feelings among audiences.

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Presidents and Summer Vacations – Behind-the-scenes history with Kirk Bado
Q: What do you think about presidential vacations?
Kirk Bado discusses the historical context and public perception of presidential vacations, highlighting how they have been subject to media scrutiny and public expectations over time.
Tom Wickham's Five Most Memorable Moments as House Parliamentarian
Q: What do you do during long speeches?
Stay prepared and engage in conversations with the presiding officers.
Tom Wickham's Five Most Memorable Moments as House Parliamentarian
Q: How many parliamentarians have there been in the history of Congress?
Jason Smith is only the sixth person to serve since the office was established in 1928.
Tom Wickham's Five Most Memorable Moments as House Parliamentarian
Q: What is a parliamentarian?
The parliamentarian advises members, staff, and the public on proper parliamentary procedure.
Our Annual Supreme Court Justice Comedy Festival - With Special Guest Jon Macks
Q: What's your best C-SPAN joke?
Jon Macks humorously mentions that he does not have a C-SPAN joke as he would refrain from making fun of something so essential to American culture, but he acknowledges past jokes involving C-SPAN.

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This podcast offers a unique exploration of current political events by connecting them with historical context from the past four decades. Each episode utilizes audio clips from a vast video library, presenting themes that resonate with today's news cycle. Listeners can expect insightful discussions that often highlight key moments from political history, featuring analysis on a range of topics such as Congressional events, presidential vacations, and vital national policies. It stands out for using archival content to enrich the conversation around contemporary issues, making complex political narratives more accessible and engaging for the audience.

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1. Kirk Bado
2. Jon Macks
3. Dr. Tevi Troy
4. Chad Pergram
5. Carl Hulse
6. Paul Kane
7. Tamara Keith
8. Ann Compton

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