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Hacks On Tap

Vox Media
Donald Trump
Nikki Haley
Joe Biden
Iowa Caucus
State Of the Union
Election 2024
South Carolina
Inflation
Ron Desantis
Kristen Soltis Anderson
Iowa Caucuses
Economy
Republican Party
Republican Primary
Katie Britt
Civil War
Amy Walter
New Hampshire Primary
Chris Christie
Biden

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, Axe and Murphy were joined by their new Vox Media colleague and veteran political reporter Astead Herndon. The Hacks dive into the potential end of the government shutdown, the future of Democratic leadership, coalition-building, Border Pa... more

The results are in! Last night Axe and Murphy were joined by the indefatigable chronicler of American politics, Jonathan Martin of Politico. The bleary-eyed Hacks stayed up to unpack the election results, the story the margins told, voter turnout, in... more

This week, Murphy and Heilemann were joined by the great and effervescent Hack, Paul Begala — veteran strategist and former counselor to President Clinton. The Hacks dive into Ballroomageddon, Trump’s not-so-subtle flirting with a third term, his mil... more

This week, Axe and Murphy were joined by Bloomberg’s jack-of-all-trades Howard Wolfson. The Hacks took a bite out of the Big Apple with the New York mayor’s debate, checked in on the New Jersey and Virginia governor’s race cross tabs, dug into Califo... more

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Charlie Sykes
A conservative radio host and political commentator
Episode: From Watergate to Water-Weight (with Charlie Sykes)
Kasie Hunt
CNN anchor and political analyst
CNN
Episode: Unindefinetly (with Kasie Hunt)
Jen Psaki
Former White House Press Secretary and host of MSNBC's Inside with Jen Psaki
MSNBC
Episode: Uninviting Mr. Rogers (with Jen Psaki)
Rahm Emanuel
Former mayor of Chicago and political figure
Former ambassador to Japan and Chief of Staff to President Obama
Episode: Soldiers Field (with Rahm Emanuel)
Adam Kinzinger
Former Congressman and military veteran
Episode: Drawn Out Democracy (with Adam Kinzinger)
Lis Smith
Political strategist and communications expert
Episode: From Glasgow With Grift (with Lis Smith)
Frank Lavin
Former US ambassador to Singapore and expert in tariffs.
Episode: List and Found (with Frank Lavin)
Josh Dawsey
White House correspondent for The Wall Street Journal and author
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: A Big, Beautiful Mess (with Josh Dawsey)
Elissa Slotkin
U.S. Senator from Michigan
United States Senate
Episode: Diplomacy & Dem Primaries (with Senator Elissa Slotkin and Fmr. Amb. Patrick Gaspard)

Hosts

David Axelrod
Host and political strategist with extensive experience in U.S. politics, also serving as a professor.
Mike Murphy
Political consultant and strategist with experience in Republican politics.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 9.7k ratings
  • Deleting podcast

    I used to listen to the podcast back when Gibbs was on. It was great. Once Gibbs left I stopped listening. I recently listened to a couple episodes to see what it was now like. It’s awful. It is no longer hacky political analysis. It is now just a Trump Derangement Syndrome podcast…especially Heilmann. Deleting podcast permanently!

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    sprknpnz
    United States14 days ago
  • New staff

    Given gibbs is no longer a host maybe update the artwork

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    5
    Now former listener
    Australia17 days ago
  • It’s over gentlemen

    The notion that MAGA has any intention or would be willing to give the Democrats back power whether it’s the house, the Senate or the White House because of election is a foolish notion.

    MAGA has fully captured the government. This is what the end looks like.

    And Trump is just getting started .

    Most Democrats that I know are in denial and cannot comprehend the reality of what’s happening.

    The Democrats are completely outmatched by Trump . It’s Lambs versus hyenas.

    Get out of the country ... more

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    5
    Prometheus---
    United Statesa month ago
  • Fun hang

    Please! Get JOHN ELLIS or JOE KLEIN on! 🤙

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    541red
    United Statesa month ago
  • R.I.P. to Charlie Kirk

    Aye, not a Charlie Kirk guy, he’s a 31 year old Evangelical, and I’m a 55 year old Atheist. He wasn’t talking to me…..

    He was talking to all the boys/teens/men under 25 who were smeared as “Toxic Masculinity” males. You see the gender gap between the parties? They ran to Trump cause Charlie Kirk told them they were worth talking too. That they meant something.

    The Democratic Party needs to throw the LGBTQ/BLM/Hamas Wing of the Party under the Bus. All that “Oppression Olympics” nonsense is ove... more

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    frankwhitenyking
    United States2 months ago

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The variety of expert guest opinions contribute to the depth of discussion, though some have criticized interruptions during conversations.
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Feedback indicates a desire for more structured discussions, highlighting a need for improved flow and focus in episodes.

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

No Sleep Till City Hall (with Howard Wolfson)
Q: A caller questions the Democratic Party's long-standing struggles and seeks suggestions from the panel on how they can turn it around.
The conversation explores issues of leadership, messaging, and the importance of focusing on economic concerns to regain voter support.
No Sleep Till City Hall (with Howard Wolfson)
Q: Beth from Nashville asks why the Democrats don't just let health care premiums go up since it would benefit them politically, allowing Republicans to be blamed for it.
Howard responds that most Democrats genuinely care about their constituents' health care and would not sacrifice their interests for short-term political gain.
Ceasefire Abroad, Crossfire at Home (with Rahm Emanuel)
Q: Is there any significant risk for Trump regarding his approach to the conflict and leverage over Bibi Netanyahu?
Yes, by overselling the ceasefire as the start of lasting peace, Trump risks being viewed as ineffective if expectations aren't met.
Ceasefire Abroad, Crossfire at Home (with Rahm Emanuel)
Q: Rahm, would you say that Trump's popularity in Israel is a huge factor in the upcoming elections?
Yes, Bibi needs Trump politically, especially with the election looming in 2026.
Unindefinetly (with Kasie Hunt)
Q: If the government does shut down, is Trump going to be able to use that to his advantage to get some things done in the meantime while the government is shut down?
Yes, they think yes, and I think they've been preparing for that, and I think this was one of Schumer's fears that under the rubric of emergency, they can do some things that would be really damaging under the guise of managing that budget emergency.

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Political commentary featuring a blend of humor and insight from seasoned experts David Axelrod, Mike Murphy, and John Heilemann is prominent throughout the content. Episodes tackle pressing political issues, including election strategies, crime in urban settings, and the implications of Donald Trump's presidency. The discussions frequently feature a mix of notable guests who provide a range of perspectives within the political spectrum, resulting in a captivating dialogue that balances both serious and humorous takes on contemporary issues. Unique to this analysis is the combination of personal anecdotes and critical examination of current events, creating an engaging and thought-provoking listening experience.

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1. Charlie Sykes
2. Kasie Hunt
3. Jen Psaki
4. Rahm Emanuel
5. Adam Kinzinger
6. Lis Smith
7. Frank Lavin
8. Josh Dawsey

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