Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast

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Daily thoughtful conversation about the latest news and politics.

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Recent Guests

Grace Meng

Congresswoman from Queens, Chair of the Congressional Asian Pacific American Caucus

U.S. Congress

Episode: How Trump wants to get around SCOTUS birthright citizenship ruling

Drew Hinshaw

Senior reporter at Wall Street Journal covering Europe

Wall Street Journal

Episode: Are the U.S. and Europe better off breaking up?

Joe Parkinson

World Enterprise Team lead for WSJ Europe; co-author of Bring Back Our Girls

Wall Street Journal

Episode: Are the U.S. and Europe better off breaking up?

Astead Herndon

Host and editorial director at Vox; former national political reporter for The New York Times

Vox

Episode: Why Dem politicians stopped forgiving Platner

David Uberti

Wall Street Journal reporter covering finance and economy

The Wall Street Journal

Episode: How Trump made over $1 billion from cryptocurrency

Iris De Rode

Dutch historian specializing in the American Revolution and the French-American Alliance

Dutch historian

Episode: National politics, 1776 edition

Thomas Wermuth

Editor and co-author, Fire & Freedom: The American Revolution in New York

Hudson River Valley Institute, Marist University

Episode: National politics, 1776 edition

Lisa Kashinsky

National political reporter at Politico

Politico

Episode: A 'schism' in the Democratic Party?

Alvaro Bedoya

Senior Advisor at the American Economic Liberties Project; former FTC Commissioner

American Economic Liberties Project

Episode: U.S. monopolies vs. workers, consumers

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Brian Lehrer

Host of The Brian Lehrer Show / Daily Politics Podcast

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 820 ratings

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…but is he a Zionist? Because the way he handled the students’ protests and how obnoxious he was when he interviewed those brave and upstanding pro-palestinian students makes me think he is.
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So disappointed in todays show about the targeted attack on World Central Kitchen. Seldom heard such nonsense as the Ha-Aretz journalist saying: oh no, IDF didn’t kill them on purpose - why would they, they will just have to feed the Palestinians themselves now. OBVIOUSLY keeping Palestinian civilians safe and fed has not been a concern of the Israeli government at all - in fact they have been starving them purposefully! And this complete hair brain statement was left standing without a respons... more
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How Trump wants to get around SCOTUS birthright citizenship ruling

Q: Do you think birth tourism is widespread enough to warrant major policy changes, or is it being exaggerated for political purposes?

Better data is needed, but the core principle is that birthright citizenship remains the law as interpreted by the Supreme Court, so any policy changes should be grounded in solid statistics and due process rather than sensationalism.

How Trump wants to get around SCOTUS birthright citizenship ruling

Q: So your statement that the Democrats need a strategy to fight the administration's desire to go after birthright citizenship again, do you have a strategy in mind?

We should amplify everyday stories and testify to the real impact on families, while pushing for vigilance and unified messaging ahead of November to counter attempts to alter birthright citizenship. Legislation to protect TPS is one example of concrete actions that can be supported across parties.

Why Dem politicians stopped forgiving Platner

Q: Did the reporting on Platner's past come too late to affect his primary victory, or did voters already have enough information to decide?

The discussion suggests that while there was prior reporting, the accumulation and corroboration of multiple allegations in recent weeks created a meaningful erosion of support and changed voters' perceptions, indicating the information still had a significant impact on the outcome.

Your July 4th emotional life

Q: What were you thinking as you listened to all those clips and the callers?

Susan Page describes processing a nuanced mix of patriotism and ambivalence, noting how anniversaries in this era highlight divisions while still inviting reflection on national values.

Why the DSA doesn’t run on a Green New Deal anymore

Q: Do you think the DSA is de-emphasizing climate or just pursuing it differently?

The guest argues that there is a tendency to pull climate messaging toward local governance and municipal policy, noting that state-building debates have shifted, but climate concern remains present in various forms within the movement.

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Thoughtful, topic-forward discussions across politics, policy, and current events are central, with frequent forays into how power, governance, and public life intersect with technology, law, and society. Episodes often feature high-profile policy makers, legal scholars, journalists, and researchers who provide actionable context on voting rights, national security, impeachment-era dynamics, and the American policy landscape, along with accessible explanations of complex topics like AI governance, psychedelic research, and TPS. A notable strength is the host's insistence on rigorous analysis and civil discourse, plus a willingness to entertain diverse viewpoints from experts and practitioners. This mix makes it valuable for listeners who wa... more

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