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Hacks On Tap

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Donald Trump
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Republican Party
Joe Biden
Democratic Party
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Trump Administration
2024 Presidential Election
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Midterm Elections
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When David Axelrod, Mike Murphy, and John Heilemann get together to talk politics, it’s not academic. They speak from the perspective gained through hundreds of campaigns for offices from City Hall to the White House. So if you want to know what’s really going on behind the scenes, where strategic decisions are being made, pull up a stool for Hacks on Tap. Incisive, sometimes uproarious and always... more

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This week, the Hacks are joined by recently inducted Hackeroo Julie Pace, senior vice president and executive editor of The Associated Press! The Hacks dive into the battle for control of Congress and the midterm messaging wars, from culture-war dist... more

The Hacks are back! This week, all three Hackeroos convened to dive into the post-Labor Day sprint to the midterms. The guys discuss Trump’s potential war chest and the role of money in politics, renaming wars, and what could change between now and E... more

Neuroscientist, philosopher, and Making Sense podcast host Sam Harris joins Preet Bharara to examine why good-faith debate has become so difficult—and what that breakdown has done to American politics.

They discuss social media’s fragmentation of the... more

This week Axe and Murphy were joined by loyal Hackeroo, food savant, and incredibly talented journalist Jonathan Martin! The Hacks head north to unpack the latest battle with our neighbor, eh, before tapping JMart’s insights on the key races shaping ... more

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Recent Guests

Julie Pace
Editor of The Associated Press, covering campaign and political reporting
Associated Press
Episode: Above the Fold (with Julie Pace)
Sam Harris
Neuroscientist, philosopher, author of Making Sense podcast
Self/Making Sense podcast
Episode: The Hacks Present: Stay Tuned with Preet
Addisu Demissie
Former campaign director; political strategist from California
Left Coast political circles
Episode: Goat Rodeo (with Addisu Demissie)
Abdul El-Sayed
Former Michigan gubernatorial candidate
Political candidate / Michigan politics
Episode: The Midwest Strikes Back
Jonathan Freedland
Columnist and author, Guardian; British commentator with wide international coverage
The Guardian
Episode: Lust but Verify (with Jonathan Freedland)
Elie Honig
Chief legal analyst, CNN; author; former prosecutor
CNN
Episode: PAC to the Future (with Elie Honig)
Adam Kinzinger
Former congressman; retired lieutenant colonel; senior CNN commentator
CNN
Episode: Too Big To Deny (with Adam Kinzinger)
Sarah Longwell
Maestro of the Bulwark Focus Group; former Republican operative
Bulwark
Episode: Fool’s Cubic Zirconia (with Sarah Longwell)
Jonathan Martin
Political journalist; guest on episode
Episode: Strait to the Point (with Jonathan Martin)

Hosts

David Axelrod
Host with deep campaign and political strategy background; affiliated with Vox Media / Hacks On Tap.
Mike Murphy
Seasoned political consultant and strategist; frequent co-host.
John Heilemann
Co-host and journalist; brings investigative and media analysis.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 10k ratings
  • Come on guys

    Appreciate your insight as always, but am disappointed to hear you throw out that Hasan Piker is saying antisemitic things. Actually look at what he says, dudes. If you listen to him for like 2 minutes or actually read these quotes, it’s easy to understand that he is being willfully misinterpreted. You don’t need to play into that. His whole point is that conflating Jews with the state of Israel is antisemitic, which is not controversial.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Baguettebarb
    United States12 days ago
  • No, thanks, Preet

    A fan of the show and moderate - but providing moral and ethical reasons that other moderates can't hold their well founded beliefs is poisonous for moderation.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Krampus -
    United States18 days ago
  • Loyal and frustrated

    Half of each episode is ads. Too many pounds of flesh after Vox purchase 🤙

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    541red
    United Statesa month ago
  • The ads are bad.

    The ads are too annoying and too numerous since the shift to Vox Media. Please stop ruining a podcast that got me through the pandemic.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Storyteller335
    United Statesa month ago
  • The looser in the White House

    Hi guys

    I love your podcast very much. Your analysis is normally good, the journalists and politicians you select bring a different view

    You’re my favourite source of American politics

    I’m an a friend of America since I was there in September 2978. in the meantime I visited the USA more than 100 times both for business and vacation

    Two of my 5 kids have been in the USA for a schoolyear

    But as long the corrupt criminal in the white house

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    opameyang
    Germanya month ago

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Guests consistently bring high-level expertise and insider perspective.
Content is deeply informed by campaign experience and political campaigning realities.
Conversation mixes sharp analysis with humor and storytelling.

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#169
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#82
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#114
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#211
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Above the Fold (with Julie Pace)
Q: What did Julie Pace say about the AP's role in calling races and communicating the process?
She explained that the AP calls races to provide accurate results and transparent explanations, highlighting the decentralized nature of U.S. elections, the evolving methods with mail-in voting, and ongoing efforts to clarify how results are determined.
The Hacks Present: Stay Tuned with Preet
Q: If you had to pick one quality that causes more polarization and bad outcomes than any other, what would it be?
The core issue seems to be two intertwined forces: tribalism and dogmatism, where in-group loyalty and a craving for certainty trump careful, evidenced reasoning, leading to a toxic cycle of misinformation and vilification.
Goat Rodeo (with Addisu Demissie)
Q: What lessons should Democrats take from Michigan and Wisconsin primaries about polling and messaging?
First, polling may be off due to undercounting certain voter groups, so campaigns should not rely solely on top-line numbers. Second, messaging should be consistent and focused on core economic issues to build broad appeal, while also allowing room for coalition-building across factions.
PAC to the Future (with Elie Honig)
Q: With the birthright citizenship ruling, what are the practical implications for how campaigns message around immigration and citizenship?
The consensus is that while the ruling confirms the constitutional framework, campaigns will not be able to legally redefine birthright through legislation alone; instead, policy and messaging will focus on enforcement and legal immigration processes, with political actors seeking to navigate public opinion and DOJ enforcement nuances.
250 and Counting (with Jonathan Martin)
Q: What's the quick take on polling fatigue and turnout potential this cycle?
The hosts suggest that most voters have already made up their minds, with turnout dynamics being crucial; Trump fatigue is real, but the more decisive factor will be who actually turns out to vote and how anti-establishment sentiment influences those numbers.

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What is Hacks On Tap about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This show offers sharp, insider-style political analysis from veterans who have run campaigns and covered national politics. Episodes typically feature roundtable discussions among the hosts, interspersed with long-form conversations with prominent guests—from former politicians and strategists to top journalists—covering U.S. elections, governance, campaign strategy, messaging, and the evolving media landscape. Across episodes, listeners see a blend of practical campaigning insights, data-driven takes, and candid commentary on how the political world actually operates behind the headlines. Notable traits include a willingness to challenge conventional wisdom, a focus on coalition-building and primary dynamics, and a flair for storytelling ... more

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1. Julie Pace
2. Sam Harris
3. Addisu Demissie
4. Abdul El-Sayed
5. Jonathan Freedland
6. Elie Honig
7. Adam Kinzinger
8. Sarah Longwell

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