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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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Don Lemon
Former CNN anchor and current independent media personality
YouTube
Episode: Don Lemon: Living La Vida YouTube
Dennis Ross
A veteran diplomat and expert on Middle Eastern affairs with extensive experience in U.S. foreign policy.
Episode: Dennis Ross: Mideast Momentum & The Long Hard Road to Peace
Bari Weiss
Former op-ed writer and book review editor of the Wall Street Journal; known for her outspoken views on woke culture and Israel.
CBS News
Episode: Dylan Byers: Bari's New Perch & Kimmel's Curtain Call
Drew Nieporent
Famed restaurateur known for pioneering New York's dining scene
Nobu, Tribeca Grill
Episode: Drew Nieporent: The Restaurateur Who Remade New York
Rob Reiner
Director and actor, known for his work on This Is Spinal Tap and classic films like When Harry Met Sally and The Princess Bride.
Episode: Rob Reiner: The Spinal Tap Sequel, Like the Original, Goes to 11
Jonathan Mahler
New York Times Magazine staff writer and author
The New York Times
Episode: Jonathan Mahler: NYC’s 1980s Reinvention & The 40-Year Era it Spawned
Chuck Klosterman
Influential music and pop culture writer, known for his insightful critiques
Episode: Chuck Klosterman: Oasismania Overcomes America
Christine Brennan
A renowned journalist and author, columnist for USA Today, and commentator for ABC News, CNN, PBS NewsHour, and NPR.
USA Today
Episode: Christine Brennan: Caitlin Clark’s Culture Wars & the WNBA’s Cluelessness
Robert Garcia
Congressman from Long Beach, California and former mayor
U.S. Congress
Episode: Robert Garcia: “Things Are Fucked Up”

Host

John Heilemann
Host of the series, a political columnist, national affairs analyst, and best-selling author known for insightful and unrehearsed discussions with notable guests.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.2k ratings
  • Dennis Ross

    This is worthy of one’s time. This specific interview. Thank you gentlemen.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Glacier1975
    United States11 days ago
  • Steele

    Spot on! Loved the spontaneous pitch and catch. So different from the usual talking points. Thx

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    TBird0112
    United States15 days ago
  • A lot of thought

    I really enjoyed Heileman’s interview of Michael Steele. He brought out the best of Steele, and Steele brought out the best of Heileman, two guys who tend to be funny, but who are very intelligent, deeply serious and very thoughtful. Excellent.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    AintWhatIUsedToBe
    United States20 days ago
  • Arrogant much?

    This host is horrible. His tone of voice is very arrogant, and his comments are even more so. He says that his guest David Remnick’s views are “sound” as if he’s the all-knowing oracle. Please. Just stop.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    gfrtccdyh
    United States23 days ago
  • Same old whining about Trump

    For dems to regain power we should probably boycott the shows of boring limo liberals pining for the days of Obama ..

    Learn how to fight with one liners instead of putting us to sleep

    I tend to be long America. There has always been whiny melodrama from insanely overpaid and over platformed pundits .. gossip sellers pretending to be reporters

    Newsom looks good right now .. he should keep talking to conservatives and hopefully ignoring faculty lounge types like you

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    dan703
    United Statesa month ago

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Listeners highlight the engaging nature of the interviews and the depth of discussion, with many appreciating the insightful perspectives provided by high-profile guests. Some audience members express criticism regarding perceived bias, while others note the informative defense of specific political viewpoints. Overall, the podcast is lauded for its thoughtful content and the intelligence of its host's inquiries. Many fans appreciate the blend of political analysis with cultural context, making for a well-rounded listening experience.

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#72
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#206
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#90
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#222
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#240
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#136
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Don Lemon: Living La Vida YouTube
Q: Do you ever miss CNN?
I miss the CNN before the last regime, but I wouldn't go back to CNN the way that it is now.
Don Lemon: Living La Vida YouTube
Q: So how many hours a day are you live streaming? How many days a week?
I live stream at least five days a week, twice a day, for at least an hour each time, mostly three or four hours a day.
Don Lemon: Living La Vida YouTube
Q: Do you feel like there's a different Don that those people are keying off of? Or are they just projecting something?
No, I've always been this Don, but I've always been cognizant of the fact that I represented a brand other than myself.
Dennis Ross: Mideast Momentum & The Long Hard Road to Peace
Q: What does the Trump administration need to do?
They need to bring into Gaza soon this international stabilization force.
Dennis Ross: Mideast Momentum & The Long Hard Road to Peace
Q: Is that right?
No, we don't have peace in the Middle East.

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The content features engaging interviews with prominent figures across various industries such as politics, media, entertainment, and sports. Discussions often focus on current political events, societal trends, and the implications of individual actions within broader cultural contexts. Unique to this series are the unfiltered conversations that provide insights into the motivations and backgrounds of guests, making it an intriguing listen for audiences interested in the intersections between political discourse and popular culture. The interplay of power dynamics within the U.S. political landscape, paired with a captivating mix of personal anecdotes from influential guests, creates a distinctive narrative that challenges conventional per... more

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