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Hacks On Tap

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When David Axelrod and Mike Murphy 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 entertaining, th... more

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This week, Murphy and Heilemann are joined by the great Frank Lavin—former U.S. Ambassador to Singapore, Reagan’s political director, and a Swiss Army knife of global politics. The Hacks dive into a tidal wave of news: renewed demands for the release... more

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All three Hacks together —- a real Fourth of July miracle. They cover Thom Tillis’ resignation, the big, beautiful bill, the New York mayor’s race, Elon’s tweets, kitchen-table economics, rising star Sarah McBride, the Trump monster, the DOGE monster... more

This week, the Hacks are pulling double duty—two big stories, two top-notch guests. First, Senator Elissa Slotkin—former CIA analyst and Pentagon official—joins to break down U.S. involvement in Iran, Trump’s handling of the strikes, and the rift thi... more

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Elissa Slotkin
U.S. Senator from Michigan
United States Senate
Episode: Diplomacy & Dem Primaries (with Senator Elissa Slotkin and Fmr. Amb. Patrick Gaspard)
Patrick Gaspard
Former Ambassador to South Africa and political strategist
Center for American Progress
Episode: Diplomacy & Dem Primaries (with Senator Elissa Slotkin and Fmr. Amb. Patrick Gaspard)
Marc Short
Former chief of staff to Vice President Mike Pence, and former legislative director for President Trump
CNBC and NBC
Episode: Executive Disorder (with Marc Short)
Heidi Heitkamp
Former senator and director of the Institute of Politics at the University of Chicago
Institute of Politics, University of Chicago
Episode: Dolls, Tariffs & Polls
Doug Heye
Former press secretary and communications director at the Republican National Committee
Republican National Committee
Episode: Maximum Don (with Alex Isenstadt & Doug Heye)
Alex Isenstadt
Senior political correspondent at Axios and author of 'Revenge, the Inside Story of Trump's Return to Power'
Axios
Episode: Maximum Don (with Alex Isenstadt & Doug Heye)
Jeff Greenfield
Political correspondent and former speechwriter for Robert F. Kennedy
Episode: Calling a Wolf a Wolf (with Jeff Greenfield)
Mallory McMorrow
Michigan State Senator and author
Author of 'Hate Won't Win'
Episode: End to End Incompetence (with Mallory McMorrow)
Steve Israel
Former U.S. Congressman and political commentator
Theodore's bookstore
Episode: Groundwork & Gruntwork (with Steve Israel)

Hosts

David Axelrod
Co-host with deep experience in political strategy and analysis, having served as a senior advisor and key strategist in numerous political campaigns.
Mike Murphy
Co-host known for his insights into electoral strategy and media portrayal of political events, with a focus on bipartisan engagement.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 9.6k ratings
  • Heileman back to his old ways

    I thought Heileman had improved but I think his back to his old ways. He said he had a question and then proceeded to give a speech. Can’t you shut this guy up!?

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    PlayingInScottsdale
    United States19 days ago
  • Heilemann Highlander

    Do it Heileman! Earning your Felix mattress $$$$💵 ! Glad you and Gaspard went at it! He has credentials and experience , but he is kinda ‘Gaspy’ — get it?? lol thanks guys 🤙

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    5
    541red
    United States21 days ago
  • Comments on your Chain Reactionaries on 6/18/25

    In your discussion regarding the motivation and timing of Israel’s Prime Minister to attack Iran at this moment, you either forgot or most likely neglected to mention the following reasons: A) At this time Iran is closer than at any other time before to actually produce and use and nuclear weapon. This weapon is intended to be used against Israel, as expressed unambiguously by the Iranian regime. B) Iran has financed and armed Hizbullah, Hamas, the Huthis in Yemen, all it’s proxies - to create... more

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    Etiyoung
    United Statesa month ago
  • Call them what they are

    Long-term listener from Germany. I really wish you wouldn’t call seriously bad people like Netanjahu and Musk consistently by their first name or even nick names. „Bibi“ is a war criminal as you perfectly know, not some nice dude from the neighborhood. You never say Donald for that matter.

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    Peter Hilzendegen
    Germanya month ago
  • Cope show

    Murphy and axelrod, are entertaining even if I generally disagree with them. They also seem like they might be decent human beings. John heilman is just despicable. Pompous stupid rude bag of garbage. Dump him for nearly anyone.

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    local302chuck
    United Statesa month ago

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Chain Reactionaries (with Maggie Haberman)
Q: What is the impact of Bibi Netanyahu's actions on Donald Trump's decision-making regarding Iran?
Netanyahu's actions may put Trump in a position where he has to choose between military action and sticking to a negotiated settlement, complicating his political landscape heading into a potential second term.
Executive Disorder (with Marc Short)
Q: What insights does Marc Short have regarding Stephen Miller's political strategies?
Short discusses Miller as a sincere demagogue whose rhetoric exacerbates divisions rather than fostering unity, aligning with Trump's political project that thrives on division.
End to End Incompetence (with Mallory McMorrow)
Q: What signs are you seeing among Trump voters that they are dissatisfied with his current actions?
Mallory notes that many are appalled by how Trump's rapid shifts are not aligning with the promises made during his campaign, creating a critical opportunity for Democrats.
End to End Incompetence (with Mallory McMorrow)
Q: What do you make of Trump's approach to trans athletes and state funding?
Mallory McMorrow criticizes Trump for using the issue to distract from real problems affecting residents, emphasizing that this approach harms the state's interests.
Vladdy Knows Best (with Rahm Emanuel)
Q: What do you think about the Trump tariffs?
While tariffs are politically popular, they are generally seen as a bad idea due to their inflationary effects. There hasn't been much meaningful resistance within the Republican party against them.

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Recent guests on Hacks On Tap include:

1. Elissa Slotkin
2. Patrick Gaspard
3. Marc Short
4. Heidi Heitkamp
5. Doug Heye
6. Alex Isenstadt
7. Jeff Greenfield
8. Mallory McMorrow

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