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Chapo Trap House

Chapo Trap House
Donald Trump
Israel
Gaza
Iran
Democratic Party
Joe Biden
Palestine
United States
Biden Administration
Kamala Harris
Elon Musk
New York City
Super Bowl
ICE
Los Angeles
Tariffs
U.S. Foreign Policy
Republican Party
Ukraine
Vincent Price

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Latest Episodes

1073 - Unsafe, Illegal, and Common feat. Kylie Cheung (9/21/26) by Chapo Trap House

Chapo vet Jacob Bacharach is back to talk about the apocalyptic rhetoric coming from AI companies. Are the threats of an imminent disaster real, or is it just desperate panhandling? We then turn to the big New York Magazine piece on Trump’s ballroom ... more

This week on Chapo, Will and Felix go long on two reading series. First, we have a piece in the Jerusalem Post with a plan to finally win the war in Iran by drafting American debt slaves. Second, we have another John Fetterman exposé in the Wall Stre... more

Mark Perlmutter and Thaer Ahmad from the documentary American Doctor join us this week to discuss their time working as doctors in Gaza. They discuss what they witnessed in Gaza during the genocide, their attempts to persuade politicians on Capitol H... more

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Recent Guests

Thaer Ahmed
American doctor featured in American Doctor
Palestinian American physician
Episode: UNLOCKED: 1068 - American Doctor feat. Mark Perlmutter and Thaer Ahmad (9/3/26)
Mark Perlmutter
American doctor featured in American Doctor
Physician
Episode: UNLOCKED: 1068 - American Doctor feat. Mark Perlmutter and Thaer Ahmad (9/3/26)
Tarance Trillbillies
Member of The Trillbillies
Trillbillies
Episode: 1065 - Fear of a Blue Planet feat. The Trillbillies (8/24/26)
Chris James
Former mob-turncoat entertainer with a focus on restaurants and crime lore
Guys
Episode: 1063 - Blue Collar Symphony feat. Bryan Quinby & Chris James (8/17/26)
Bryan Quinby
Former mob-associated figure turned content creator with ties to entertainment and crime stories
Guys (YouTube/Instagram culture)
Episode: 1063 - Blue Collar Symphony feat. Bryan Quinby & Chris James (8/17/26)
Jordan Shanks (Friendly Jordies)
Australian-based YouTube journalist-comedian
Independent
Episode: 1061 - Koala Killers feat. friendlyjordies (8/11/26)
Devin O'Shea
Author of The Veiled Prophet, Secret Societies, White Supremacy, and the Struggle for St. Louis
Author, The Veiled Prophet book
Episode: UNLOCKED: 1056 - Prophets Unveiled feat. Devin Thomas O’Shea (7/23/26)
Josh Ettingermentum
Guest on the show discussing the political scene and socialist waves in NYC
Chapo Trap House (guest)
Episode: 1049 - Trapped Between Borders feat. Ettingermentum (6/29/26)
Kate Wagner
Architecture critic for The Nation; author of McMansion Hell
The Nation
Episode: 1043 - The Obamalisk feat. Kate Wagner (6/8/26)

Hosts

Will Menaker
Host of the show and primary speaker in the dialogue; long‑time figure in the program.
Felix Biederman
Co‑host and frequent host; central to the show's dynamic and discourse.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 17.5k ratings
  • WM has enough money so give up

    This guy is exposed without Matt. Tankie. Why won’t Ukraine just give up? Why would you bother defending your home and family? The flip side of Thatcherism: there is no community, only Will Menickers self aggrandizement and portfolio management. Matt would be ashamed.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Jman/bird/rock100
    United States2 months ago
  • The real chapo trap house was the friends we made along the way

    The best of the best

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    R4INW4T3R
    United States3 months ago
  • Capitalism is bad, really bad!

    But also, pay us money on Patreon. They have 43,783 patrons paying $185,529 per month total to support the show. Yay free market capitalism!

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    xwirds
    United States3 months ago
  • Best

    Or at least very, very, very good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tim AE Frye
    United States4 months ago
  • 10 years and still going strong

    The OG left wing podcast. Been listening since 2016 and it has been instrumental in my political development, a much needed comfort to know there are like minded people in this country and that we aren’t completely crazy. I wasn’t sure how the show would be without Matt Christman (my favorite, had to leave due to health issues) but Will and Felix have been doing better than ever. Thanks for 10 years, and hoping for 10 more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    haveatomato
    United States5 months ago

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Positive comments often highlight the show's influence on political discourse and online culture.
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Some listeners feel the banter/tangents can overwhelm the analysis.

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#236
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#248
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#148
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#168
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#174
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Apple Podcasts
#205
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Talking Points

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1049 - Trapped Between Borders feat. Ettingermentum (6/29/26)
Q: Josh, how would you contextualize the 3 out of 3 wins from Mamdani-endorsed candidates and the 9 out of 10 for the DSA slate in New York City?
The panel discusses how Zohran's endorsements helped consolidate a left-wing wave, but cautions that local dynamics and turnout played a crucial role; the results signal a realignment in some districts where working-class voters respond to pro-housing, pro-people policies, not just ideological rhetoric.
BONUS: Nithya for LA Mayor
Q: Why should Angelenos choose you over New York's mayor or other candidates?
She argues LA offers unique opportunities for newcomers, a sense of possibility, and a more affordable, diverse, and welcoming environment that stands out compared to New York.
BONUS: Nithya for LA Mayor
Q: How would you handle immigration enforcement and the city's relationship with ICE?
She would strengthen Sanctuary City policies, audit data sharing with ICE, ensure LAPD cooperation is minimized, and appoint a police chief who shares immigrant-protection values.
BONUS: Nithya for LA Mayor
Q: What is your plan to address rent affordability and housing supply in Los Angeles?
Her plan centers on expanding density, rezoning, building more mixed-income housing, protecting existing rent-stabilized units, and rolling back rent increases while mitigating landlord practices that drive up costs.
BONUS: Nithya for LA Mayor
Q: How does your homelessness policy differ from your opponents' approaches?
Raman argues for a citywide, bold system that moves people indoors and builds out shelter and housing, backed by aggressive utilization of housing and services funded by taxpayer contributions, rather than enforcement-focused strategies that push people around.

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The show blends sharp political critique with irreverent pop culture banter, covering current events, media narratives, technology, and policy through a left‑leaning, often provocative lens. Episodes frequently feature guests ranging from journalists and authors to documenters of social movements, with discussions anchored in geopolitics, housing, AI hype, and the culture of online discourse. A standout trait is the mix of rigorous analysis and comic relief, along with frequent live show plugs and a willingness to challenge conventional viewpoints; this makes it a distinctive, high‑energy platform for listeners who enjoy opinionated takes, deep dives into policy, and media critique wrapped in humor.

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Recent guests on Chapo Trap House include:

1. Thaer Ahmed
2. Mark Perlmutter
3. Tarance Trillbillies
4. Chris James
5. Bryan Quinby
6. Jordan Shanks (Friendly Jordies)
7. Devin O'Shea
8. Josh Ettingermentum

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