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Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast

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Daily thoughtful conversation about the latest news and politics.

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As Rep. Nancy Pelosi announces her decision to retire from Congress in 2027, the longest ever shutdown of the federal government continues.

On Today's Show:

Toluse Olorunnipa, staff writer at The Atlantic, discusses the latest national political new... more

The Supreme Court heard oral arguments this week on the legality of President Trump's tariffs. 

On Today's Show:

Aziz Huq, professor of law at the University of Chicago Law School and author of The Rule of Law: A Very Short Introduction (Oxford Univ... more

Democrats won big in several electoral contests across the nation yesterday, including in NYC, New Jersey, Virginia and California. 

On Today's Show:

Susan Page, USA Today Washington bureau chief and the author of several books, including The Rulebr... more

In the Virginia governor's race, Democratic nominee and former congresswoman Abigail Spanberger has maintained a lead in polls since very early in the race over Republican nominee Lieutenant Governor Winsome Earle-Sears.

On Today's Show:

Markus Schm... more

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Karen Yi
Reporter covering Homelessness and Poverty for WNYC and Gothamist
WNYC
Episode: The Shutdown Shuts Off Food For Millions
Grace Yarrow
Food and Agriculture Policy Reporter for POLITICO
POLITICO
Episode: The Shutdown Shuts Off Food For Millions
Julia Ioffe
Founding partner and Washington correspondent at Puck News, author of the book 'Motherland: A Feminist History of Modern Russia'.
Puck News
Episode: Melania in the Middle: How Putin Used The First Lady To Influence The President
Stuart A. Thompson
Reporter at The New York Times covering online influence
The New York Times
Episode: What it Means That Pres. Trump is Using AI Propaganda to Troll His Opponents
Grace Ashford
Reporter covering New York politics and government for The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: The George Santos Sentence Commutation Has Victims
Andy Kim
Democratic Senator from New Jersey
U.S. Senate
Episode: Trump vs. Commuters in New Declaration
David Remnick
Editor of The New Yorker Magazine and host of The New Yorker Radio Hour
The New Yorker
Episode: David Remnick on Free Speech, Comedy and Covering 'Mirthless' Autocrats
Apoorva Mandavilli
Science and global health reporter at The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Is the Gov’t Cancelling Health Information?
Julian Brave NoiseCat
Writer and filmmaker, author of 'We Survived the Night'
Episode: Julian Brave NoiseCat’s 'Coyote Story' For Indigenous Peoples' Day

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Brian Lehrer
Host of discussions around current events, focusing on news analysis, political commentary, and audience interaction.

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4.4 out of 5 stars from 808 ratings
  • Brian Lehrer

    …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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    janetfo
    United States5 months ago
  • I Mean … Right?

    •EPISODE 960 (Elie Mystal): Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “… Right?” ~ •Episode 976 (Andrea Bernstein): Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “I mean …”

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    •EPISODE: Pre-2024 Voting Rights News: Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “We’re so excited to …”

    ~ •EPISODE: Biden wants to spend $1.6 trillion: Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “That’s a great question.” (Both guests AND host)

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    •EPISODE: “Is Writing An Op-Ed Now Grounds For Deportation?” Annoying Guest catchphrase: “So …” (also “I mean …”)

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  • I Mean … Right?

    •EPISODE 960 (Elie Mystal): Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “… Right?” ~ •Episode 976 (Andrea Bernstein): Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “I mean …” ~ •EPISODE: Pre-2024 Voting Rights News: Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “We’re so excited to …”

    ~ •EPISODE No.31 Biden wants to spend $1.6 trillion: Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “That’s a great question.” (Both guests AND host)

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    Australiaa year ago
  • Disappointing

    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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    NYTimes commenter
    United States2 years ago
  • I Mean … Right?

    •EPISODE 960 (Elie Mystal): Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “… Right?”

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    •Episode 976 (Andrea Bernstein): Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “I mean …”

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    •EPISODE: Pre-2024 Voting Rights News: Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “We’re so excited to …”

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Thoughtful journalism and insightful discussion.
Engaging conversations with diverse expert opinions.
Often explores complex political issues in depth.
Provides a platform for varied viewpoints, but some find biases in selected topics.

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Melania in the Middle: How Putin Used The First Lady To Influence The President
Q: How does Putin use traditional gender roles in his autocracy today?
He exploits traditional roles and promotes hyper-masculinity while delegitimizing LGBTQ rights, aligning these ideals with nationalistic rhetoric.
Melania in the Middle: How Putin Used The First Lady To Influence The President
Q: What is the Putin-Melania story?
Melania Trump claimed she was in contact with Vladimir Putin regarding the reunification of displaced Ukrainian children, which aimed to neutralize a skeptical voice on Trump's ear about Putin's intentions.
Trump and ICE Raids Light Up NYC Mayoral Debate
Q: What will you do if Trump increases federal government's role in NYC affairs?
Candidates outlined different strategies, with some suggesting cooperation and others advocating for direct confrontation.
What it Means That Pres. Trump is Using AI Propaganda to Troll His Opponents
Q: How does your guest feel about California Governor Gavin Newsom fighting back against Trump using similar AI imagery?
It's the reality we're entering, with candidates using AI as a tool. It can be used for good or bad.
What it Means That Pres. Trump is Using AI Propaganda to Troll His Opponents
Q: What can you tell us about Trump's fascination with these videos and images?
His use has really increased along with the technology and became apparent from the start of his campaign for re-election.

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