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Join Seneca Project Co-Founders Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney to galvanize women and save Democracy with a weekly, common-sense perspective on news and politics. Michelle and Tara discuss what's at stake with guests that include newsmakers, entertainers, and provocateurs.

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Newly surfaced Epstein documents reveal explosive details that directly implicate Trump, including claims that “he knew about the girls.” As these revelations break, Trump’s behavior is getting more frantic, more erratic, more desperate, and more gui... more

Tara Setmayer is joined by Mallory Hagan, host of Pretty Furious Podcast, on this week's episode of The Stakes.

Donald Trump is using hunger as a compliance tactic, withholding SNAP benefits, and prioritizing the destruction of the East Wing for his... more

This week on The Stakes, Tara Setmayer and Michelle Kinney sit down with Dr. Steven Hassan, one of the world’s foremost experts on cults. As America faces growing extremism and political radicalization, Dr. Hassan helps us understand the psychology b... more

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The Stakes hiatus is over! Tara and Michelle were back this week with a jam-packed episode of The Stakes. From the recent school shootings, Pam Bondi’s threats to free speech, doxxing democrats, and the public fallout after the death of Charlie Kirk,... more

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Gay Valimont
Former athletic trainer and gun violence prevention activist
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Episode: Gay Valimont, Charlie Kirk, and the state of Free Speech
Vicky Ward
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Episode: Investigative Reporter Vicky Ward on Jeffrey Epstein and Ghislaine Maxwell
Julie Roginsky
Democratic strategist, author of Salty Politics Substack
Episode: The Past is Present: A Warning and The Stories They Carry
Anna Schumann
Granddaughter and great-granddaughter of Holocaust survivors, manages creative projects and speaker training through Living Links.
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Marcus Flowers
Army veteran and former congressional candidate against Marjorie Taylor Greene
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Episode: How Trump's treating America's Veterans with Marcus Flowers
Dr. Vin Gupta
Pulmonologist and NBC Medical Analyst
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Episode: Dr. Vin Gupta on Public Health and Policy
Blake Gendebien
A farmer and candidate for Congress in New York's 21st district
Episode: Meet Candidate Blake Gendebien for NY 21 and Recap Another Dangerous Week
Julie Roginski
Political strategist and commentator
Episode: Post Inauguration Special: A New MAGA World

Hosts

Tara Setmayer
Co-founder and political commentator, recognized for her incisive analysis of American politics, particularly regarding authoritarianism and women's rights.
Michelle Kinney
Co-founder and creative strategist, her work focuses on promoting female empowerment and political advocacy through media.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 350 ratings
  • Amazing ladies

    Truly American Girls in this fight for our democracy 🇺🇸❤️

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mybuddy97
    United States8 months ago
  • Tara

    One of my favorite strategists, inspiring intelligent women.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Burdyblue
    United States10 months ago
  • Great Podcast

    Big Tara Setmayer fan. She and Michelle Kinney have a good rapport and analysis of the current political situation that’s both informative and entertaining. And when Tara gets going on one of her rants it’s just awesome! I’m a Democrat, yet I keep gravitating to all these exiled Republicans. The Lincoln Project, The Bulwark, The Seneca Project (it’s half Republican anyway.). I wonder what this says about me? LOL.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Caa1970
    United Statesa year ago
  • Just found you… so impressed

    I wish I’d stumbled across you pre election but better late than never. My daughter is American/Australian and they voted Harris and their father (my ex) voted Trump. They can’t talk to him. We are seeing trickle down here already. Conservatives openly against abortion whereas before they wouldn’t say it out loud!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    qasfghutedvj
    Australiaa year ago
  • Best interviews

    Wonderful podcast. I hope Tara releases more episodes in the future.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    praxis78
    United States5 years ago

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Listeners praise the insightful analysis and engaging discussions, often highlighting the hosts' strong rapport and their ability to clarify complex political issues.

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Gay Valimont, Charlie Kirk, and the state of Free Speech
Q: What are Democrats doing wrong regarding engagement?
Democrats are not engaging enough with voters and need to focus on economic issues.
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Q: What can people do if they want to run for office?
People should check out engageyall.com for resources and support.
Gay Valimont, Charlie Kirk, and the state of Free Speech
Q: Tell us about why you decided to run in Matt Gaetz's old district for Congress.
Valimont wanted to challenge Gaetz to give people a representative option and empower the community.
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Q: Can you elaborate on how religion has played a role in the rise of authoritarian leaders?
Ruth explained how certain faith leaders utilize Christian nationalism as a tool for political power, merging their beliefs with political motivation.
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Q: What should regular people do to combat disinformation during the election?
Ruth stated that it’s crucial to combat the narratives of chaos being promoted and emphasize the need for fair elections.

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2. Gay Valimont
3. Vicky Ward
4. Julie Roginsky
5. Anna Schumann
6. Marcus Flowers
7. Dr. Vin Gupta
8. Blake Gendebien

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