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Kagro in the Morning

David Waldman
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News, politics and commentary from former Daily Kos Contributing Editor David Waldman

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David Waldman has got his holiday planned out, but what are you doing for the Fourth of July? Traditionally, you might choose to rebel against a tyrant. Some also may reflect upon God's providence, as the ultimate source of liberty, this year more th... more

David Waldman won't be attending the Freedom 850,000 Fireworks this Saturday. He can sweat in the dark in his own living room, thank you very much. To help celebrate our nation's 250th birthday, Donald K. Trump will add one more layer of realism to h... more

It's another Primary Day morrow, and Greg Dworkin brings the takeaways, today from Colorado. Phil Weiser beats stalwart Michael Bennet in the gubernatorial. 29-year-old Democratic socialist Melat Kiros has the Mamdanimentum over old-timer Diana DeGet... more

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David Waldman delivers us to Tuesday, the first Friday of the week. Clarence Thomas' check cleared, so it's once again time for the Trump Supreme Court opinion dump. It was "a mixed bag" of Supreme Court rulings, in that SCOTUS handed Trump everythin... more

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Host

David Waldman
Host of the program, long-running political commentator and Daily Kos Contributing Editor

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 162 ratings
  • Kagro in the Morning

    Love the deep dives into American politics executed with intelligence and humour.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MTLGRL76
    Canada10 months ago
  • Daily Kos

    I love hearing David’s take on the news. It’s intelligent and comical.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    vjseattle
    United States2 years ago
  • Trenchant Political Analysis

    David Waldman helms one of the most trenchant political analysis show in the podcast game. With the help of Greg Dworkin and Joan McCarter, David does a deep dive into the latest political squaring off in Congress, the shenanigans going on at local school board meetings or the scourge of gun violence in America. You never know what will pique David’s interest, but he’ll make it informative and relatable. While he doesn’t has the best tr*mp impression, I laugh each time David parrots him. So if y... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RitaMae C
    United States3 years ago
  • Waldman is as steady as they come

    I’ve loved this show since 2015. David Waldman is highly underrated: his dry sense of humor and impressions as he points out moments of hypocrisy has had me cracking up more times than I can count. Love the articles and the takes, and enjoy the bit of political sanity in an increasingly insane world. Joan is a great guest; wish he would start having Armando on again regularly.

    With that said, I don’t necessarily get the almost over-the-top love for Greg Dworkin in some review circles. He seems... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    EZE Ruthless
    United States3 years ago
  • Kagro In The Morning

    I have been listening to this podcast for many years. What I love about it is, unlike so many sources of news, gives an interesting review of the news without completely activating my sympathetic nervous system. I think Greg’s background talking to the parents of kids who can’t breath ( pediatric pulmonologist)particularly qualified him to speak about politics during the Trump Administration. Greg and David are smart and well informed. They also, with their humor and reports about dogs barking a... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Junebug and me
    United States3 years ago

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Kagro in the Morning - June 30, 2026
Q: What is the status of America 250 versus Freedom 250?
America 250 and Freedom 250 are two separate groups promoting competing visions for the nation's 250th celebrations, with tensions over funding, control, and messaging, including their different regional focuses and sponsorships.
Kagro in the Morning - January 19, 2026
Q: Greg, maybe this, it's so wacky out there. Maybe the hijinks are what's necessary for today.
There's wackiness afoot.
Kagro in the Morning - March 18, 2025
Q: What happened with Jack Tejera's appeal to Trump?
Jack Tejera, who leaked military secrets, pleaded for leniency from Trump, suggesting he was a patriotic figure acting against Biden's policies, trying to leverage the political climate for potential pardon.
Kagro in the Morning - March 25, 2024
Q: What are the implications of Trump's bond deadline for his political future?
Waldman suggests that Trump's ability to navigate these legal challenges will significantly impact his standing with supporters and his political ambitions moving forward.
Kagro in the Morning - April 9, 2024
Q: What are the important things Congress has to deal with this week?
They need to address the impeachment papers for Mayorkas and FISA reauthorization.

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A brisk, politics-focused morning show that combines tight readings of current events with analysis, media critique, and occasional humor. Episodes routinely cover court actions, political branding, and the interplay between policy, money in politics, and institutional power, often weaving in travelogues and listener engagement bits. Notable strengths include deep dives into complex documents, a willingness to challenge mainstream narratives, and a recurring roundtable of knowledgeable contributors that adds context and nuance. The show also stands out for its long-running consistency, accessible explanations of procedurals, and willingness to entertain provocative angles or guests while maintaining a sharp, sane, left-leaning perspective. ... more

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