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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
Biden
Democratic Party

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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Happy St. Patrick’s Day, Hackeroos! This week, Axe and Heilemann are joined by one of the greatest Hacks in all the land, Amy Walter—publisher and editor-in-chief of the Cook Political Report with Amy Walter. The Hacks dive into Joe Kent’s resignatio... more

This week, Axe and Murphy are joined by frequent flier in the Hackeroo Lounge, Jonathan Martin. JMart gives the Hacks a preview of his new Politico show, On the Road with Jonathan Martin, including his conversation with Sarah Huckabee Sanders. The Ha... more

This tumultuous week in the news, the Hacks are joined by not one but two expert Hackeroos. First up, Mark McKinnon — former adviser to George W. Bush and co-creator and co-host of The Circus — jumps in with Axe and Murphy to break down the strikes i... more

This week Axe and Murphy burned the midnight oil to break down Trump’s State of the Union with Hackeroo extraordinaire Jonathan Martin. No spoilers here — the Hacks have kept you waiting long enough. Hit play and find out what went down.

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Recent Guests

Mark McKinnon
Texas political strategist, co-founder of The Barbed Wire
The Barbed Wire; Texas politics expert
Episode: Midterm Crossfire (with Mark McKinnon and Billy Begala)
Billy Begala
Texas political expert, co-founder of The Barbed Wire
The Barbed Wire
Episode: Midterm Crossfire (with Mark McKinnon and Billy Begala)
Dave Wasserman
Polling expert and political analyst
Cook Political Report
Episode: Map-a-Lago (with Dave Wasserman)
Liz Smith
Political strategist and communications expert
Episode: A Bigger Bowl (with Lis Smith)
John Avlon
Political analyst and former editor of the Daily Beast
Episode: Intentional Mayhem (with John Avlon)
Beth Macy
Newspaper reporter for three decades and author of five non-fiction books, including the New York Times bestseller Dopesick and Paper Girl, A Memoir of Home and Family in a Fractured America.
Episode: New Year's Special: On with Kara Swisher
Jacob Silverman
Independent journalist with a focus on tech, political corruption, and illicit finance. Author of Gilded Rage, discussing the radicalization of Silicon Valley's tech elites.
Episode: New Year's Special: On with Kara Swisher
Robert Milhous Shrum
A legendary political strategist and speechwriter
University of Southern California Center for the Political Future
Episode: The Canary in the Keystone Mine (with Bob Shrum)
Astead Herndon
Host and editorial director at Vox.com, former political reporter for The New York Times
Vox.com
Episode: Trumplated Age (with Astead Herndon)

Hosts

David Axelrod
Host of Hacks On Tap and co-founder; a veteran political strategist with extensive experience in various campaigns.
John Heilemann
Co-host of Hacks On Tap, a political analyst and journalist closely following the political sphere and election strategies.
Mike Murphy
Co-host of Hacks On Tap and a renowned Republican strategist known for his insights into political campaigning.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 9.9k ratings
  • Get rid of John H.

    Heilemann repeats himself so much that he is not listenable. His verbal habits come across as attempts to fill time.

    Apple Podcasts
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    GenX Business Owner
    United States24 days ago
  • Ezra’s mortgage payment

    VOX = Ads. Still fun, lots of ads with Vox now 🤙

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    541red
    United Statesa month ago
  • Crime and Punishment

    Let's be honest. There has been a lot of silly and hype idealizing from Dems, e.g., Jason Crow (not the only dreamer in the ranks), about future criminal punishment for Trump appointees and other Trump officials for their overt lawlessness. These Dems talk about "taking names" and "making lists" of Trumpers to be punished in the future.

    Who is fooling who here? Dems are going to grow a pair after/if we get Trump out....Pleeeeeeeeaze

    Look, we already have one conman and a horde of liars ... more

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    5
    Prometheus---
    United Statesa month ago
  • Zachary Fisk

    Super fan feedback: please don’t ever rebook Scott Jennings … it’ll be the first episode I won’t listen to. LUV the show!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zachary Fisk
    United Statesa month ago
  • Bridge over Goldberg

    Sounds like Murphy listened to the Remnant last week…

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RubiconFindus
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the insider perspectives from experienced political strategists.
Audience often values the hosts' candidness about political realities, despite some critiques of specific on-air personalities.
Hosts are described as knowledgeable and entertaining, with an engaging approach that mixes serious analysis with humor.
Feedback reflects a desire for more balanced guest contributions, especially regarding the variety of guest backgrounds.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

On the Road (with Jonathan Martin)
Q: Given Texas primary results showing high Democratic turnout, is it likely to impact the general election in Texas?
The panelists believe it remains an away game for Democrats in Texas, though turnout dynamics and endorsements could shift margins; overall, a tight race with Paxton's position central to the outcome.
Midterm Crossfire (with Mark McKinnon and Billy Begala)
Q: What should Democrats do in response to the war and messaging around it?
Advocate for a coherent national argument, push back on the lack of rationale, while giving space for the public to judge as events unfold; emphasize a reasoned, credible strategy.
Map-a-Lago (with Dave Wasserman)
Q: What do you think about the ICE funding thing?
I think Democrats are finally winning in their messaging against Trump's ICE policies.
Map-a-Lago (with Dave Wasserman)
Q: What do you think Trump's floor is?
The core, irreducible MAGA base that's going to love him no matter what, even if the Epstein files prove that he committed all kinds of crimes.
Intentional Mayhem (with John Avlon)
Q: Is the slogan 'Abolish ICE' wise for Democrats to adopt?
While 'Abolish ICE' has gained traction, it may not resonate well with voters who expect some level of border control, so Democrats should approach it cautiously.

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3. Dave Wasserman
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