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Join Puck’s chief political columnist, MSNBC/NBC News national affairs analyst, and best-selling author John Heilemann as he roams the corridors of power and influence in America on this twice-weekly interview show, taking you behind the scenes and beyond the headlines with the people who shape and shift our culture: icons and up-and-comers, incumbents and insurgents, moguls and machers in the ove... more

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John welcomes The Economist's editor-in-chief, Zanny Minton Beddoes, to discuss the economic fallout from the war in Iran, her magazine’s midterm election special issue, and more. Zanny outlines the scale of the coming global oil supply shock due to ... more

John welcomes back U.S. Naval War College professor emeritus and Atlantic staff writer Tom Nichols to discuss the Iran war at the eight-week mark—where things stand, what comes next, and whether there’s any end in sight. Tom weighs in on Donald Trump... more

John welcomes author Sebastian Mallaby to discuss his new bestselling book, “The Infinity Machine: Demis Hassabis, DeepMind, and the Quest for Superintelligence.” Mallaby explains why Hassabis, the leader of Google’s efforts in artificial intelligenc... more

John welcomes his partner and Puck Superfriend Peter Hamby to discuss former California congressman and gubernatorial candidate Eric Swalwell’s ignominious implosion and its implications for the race to succeed Gavin Newsom. Hamby also weighs in on D... more

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Recent Guests

Peter Hamby
Partner at Puck, political commentator and former political reporter
Puck
Episode: Peter Hamby: Swalwell’s Fall, POTUS v. Pontifex, & The VP’s Podcast Mouth
Kara Swisher
Journalist, author, and tech media figure
Re/code / New York Magazine / various ventures
Episode: Does Kara Swisher Really Want to Live Forever? Should We?
Scott Galloway
Tech entrepreneur, author, professor
L2
Episode: Does Kara Swisher Really Want to Live Forever? Should We?
George Conway
A NeverTrump Republican turned Democratic primary candidate running for Congress in New York's 12th district
Conway for Congress
Episode: George Conway’s Single-Issue Congressional Campaign: “Get the F*cker Out”
Melissa Murray
Constitutional scholar, professor at NYU Law
New York University School of Law
Episode: Melissa Murray: Bondi Booted & Blanche Belittled as SCOTUS Trips the Light Craptastic
Jacob Frey
Mayor of Minneapolis
City of Minneapolis
Episode: Jacob Frey: “If You Come For One of Us, You’re Coming for All of Us”
Richard Blumenthal
U.S. Senator from Connecticut, chair/longtime member of Armed Services, Homeland Security, and Judiciary committees
U.S. Senate
Episode: Richard Blumenthal: Vanity & Vengeance in the Oval Office, Chaos & Confusion in Iran
John Ellis
Guest today; author and founder of News Items newsletter; veteran political analyst
News Items / NBC News / Boston Globe / Business Insider
Episode: John Ellis: The Escalation Trap & The TACO Temptation
Jason Zengerle
New Yorker staff writer and author
The New Yorker; author of Hated by All the Right People
Episode: Jason Zengerle: War & Peace & MAGA’s Future in the Time of Tucker

Host

John Heilemann
Host of the show, national affairs analyst and author with a focus on power dynamics in politics, business, and culture.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.3k ratings
  • Peter Hamby

    Thoroughly enjoyed this episode! Their friendship & rapport shone thru their compelling discussions.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Nav Saint
    United States8 days ago
  • Gets Better With Time

    Mr. Heilmann has been around for a long time, but I keep having to give him another tip of the hat for insights I didn’t realize he had. True journalist of the old school.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mrliam
    United States9 days ago
  • Festival

    The greatest festival set ever? Ugh

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wah Hey
    United States12 days ago
  • Meta rehab?

    Why am I listening to a meta image rehab commercial? Unfortunately I am taking only action I can and unsubscribing from this channel.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Kat7427
    United Statesa month ago
  • Again, I beg of you to get a new mic or stop licking your lips

    I can’t listen anymore to John bc his constant licking of his lips and swallowing is beyond annoying.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Henry6150
    United States2 months ago

Listeners Say

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Some listeners crave deeper audio quality or pacing adjustments but appreciate the substance.
The show often features high-profile figures, making it a strong venue for informed conversations.
Episodes mix policy analysis with cultural and media critique, offering a broad view of current events.
Guests are well-credentialed and provide sharp, insightful perspectives on politics and policy.
Host asks tough, revealing questions and keeps discussions focused on underlying dynamics.

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#41
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#132
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#68
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#190
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#211
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#72
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Melissa Murray: Bondi Booted & Blanche Belittled as SCOTUS Trips the Light Craptastic
Q: Will Bondi's tenure be remembered for better or worse?
Melissa Murray argues that Bondi's tenure will be seen as emblematic of a broader pattern where political theater trumped administrative competence, contributing to a lasting legacy of controversy and questions about the DOJ's independence.
Peter Hamby: Swalwell’s Fall, POTUS v. Pontifex, & The VP’s Podcast Mouth
Q: What was the dynamic in the California governor's race after Swalwell's exit?
Hamby explains that Swalwell's departure reshuffled the field, elevating candidates like Steyer and Porter, while also making room for new calculations about who could consolidate the anti-Trump resistance base and build a broader coalition, with debates and campaigning intensifying as the primary approached.
Jacob Frey: “If You Come For One of Us, You’re Coming for All of Us”
Q: Do you think ICE is reformable, or should it be abolished as some Democrats propose?
The interviewee argued that abolishing ICE entirely is a position held by some opponents, but suggested a reform path that changes leadership, structure, and accountability while maintaining essential enforcement functions at the policy level, not by outsourcing to other agencies.
John Ellis: The Escalation Trap & The TACO Temptation
Q: B. Do you think Trump is lying or simply deluded about the energy and market implications of the conflict?
They discuss the difference between public statements and realities on the ground, with some skepticism about Trump's messaging and a focus on what the data and actions suggest about the situation.
John Ellis: The Escalation Trap & The TACO Temptation
Q: A. Do you agree with Trump's characterization of the war's status as being vastly different from credible sources?
Ellis emphasizes watching actions over words and points to the aggressive military posturing and large-force mobilization as the real indicator, while noting uncertainty around specifics.

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The show centers on high-stakes politics, policy, and culture, featuring candid conversations with lawmakers, policy experts, journalists, and prominent thinkers. Episodes commonly thread national security, economic policy, and governance with sharp takes on current events, big tech, and media dynamics, often weaving in historical context and behind-the-scenes power dynamics. Listeners can expect rigorous analysis, provocative viewpoints, and guests who illuminate how national decisions ripple through business, technology, and society. A notable strength is the breadth of guests—from senators and constitutional scholars to tech leaders and cultural commentators—paired with a host who probes beneath the surface and challenges conventional na... more

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