
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
| Publishes | Twice weekly | Episodes | 379 | Founded | 6 years ago |
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John welcomes back former top Justice Department and FBI official Andrew Weissmann to discuss his recently published New York Times No. 1 best-seller “Liar’s Kingdom: How to Stop Trump’s Deceit and Save America.” Weissmann lays out the book’s propos... more
John welcomes back Democratic Senator Chris Murphy to discuss his new book “Crisis of the Common Good: The Fight for Meaning and Connection in a Broken America.” Murphy lays out his book’s argument that America is in the grip of a set of interlocking... more
John welcomes back Politico’s Jonathan Martin to discuss the Texas Senate race: how scandal-soaked Attorney General Ken Paxton thrashed incumbent Senator John Cornyn in the GOP primary run-off; Democratic nominee James Talarico’s “race against time” ... more
John welcomes author James Traub to discuss his latest book, “The Cradle of Citizenship: How Schools Can Help Save Our Democracy.” Traub describes the year he spent reporting in K-12 classrooms across the country; the fierce culture wars after the Co... more
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I’ve always enjoyed John’s appearances on msnbc because he never says things that are obvious and don’t need saying or repeating. Hearing him in long conversations with intelligent people has been so engaging. Learn a lot every time
This show vital to keep up with the deluge while maintaining a sense of humor. Much appreciated.
I’m a big fan. Meanwhile, what were you thinking telling that joke on Deadline White House?
I had never heard of Chrissy H. So smart and articulate Great episode!
Great show
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A sharp, long-form interview show that tackles politics, policy, technology, and global affairs with high-profile guests ranging from policymakers and journalists to tech thinkers and authors. Episodes often blend rigorous analysis, candid storytelling, and provocative takes on current events, with deep dives into topics like AI, foreign policy, elections, and media dynamics. A notable strength is the host's willingness to pull apart complex issues through back-and-forth dialogue with guests who bring insider perspectives, historical context, and bold viewpoints. The format frequently includes sponsor reads and cultural commentary, adding a broad, cross-industry lens that helps listeners connect policy and power to real-world consequences. more
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