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Smart when you need it, fun when you want it — with hosts who feel like friends. Impromptu is your twice-a-week conversation with Washington Post columnists who bring fresh insight and perspective to the stories shaping the week. On Tuesdays, Dana Milbank and his colleagues dig into the political news that actually matters. Then, on Fridays, Drew Goins and Molly Roberts ease you into the weekend, ... more

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After chemotherapy, Post Opinions writer Rachel Manteuffel felt like she was encountering a bald stranger every time she looked in the bathroom mirror. But then came the curls and lots of other surprising phenomena that science hasn’t been quite able... more

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Where have all the benches gone? Deputy Opinion Editor Mark Lasswell reflects on the causes and consequences of the “defensive architecture” replacing seating in public spaces. Plus, contributing columnist Rick Reilly shares just how hard it’s become... more

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American women have grown more independent economically in recent decades, giving them greater choice in whom to date or marry — and the choice to opt out altogether. But where does women's rising stock leave men, and how is it connected with today’s... more

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Theodore “Ted” Johnson knows exactly where he was when Hurricane Katrina hit 20 years ago. An active member of the military at the time, he had been laser-focused on the wars abroad. In this essay, he talks about what happened when the National Guard... more

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Recent Guests

Max Boot
Senior fellow at the Council on Foreign Relations and national security columnist for The Washington Post
Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: Trump breaks with Putin. But will it last?
Kori Schake
Leads the foreign and defense policy team at the American Enterprise Institute
American Enterprise Institute
Episode: Trump breaks with Putin. But will it last?
Charlotte Marian Pearson
A strategist focused on intersectionality and inclusion, currently working with various communities
Episode: Lonely? Call your AI best friend.
Bina Venkataraman
Columnist and editor at large in the Department of Opinions at The Washington Post
Washington Post
Episode: Lonely? Call your AI best friend.
John Paul Brammer
Former Post Opinion's contributing columnist, now author of his eponymous sub stack
johnpaulbrammer.substack.com
Episode: Trump 2.0 is changing the meaning — and feeling — of Pride
Will Leitch
Contributing columnist
Washington Post
Episode: Movies in 2025: reduce, reuse, recycle
Catherine Rampell
Columnist and commentator on political and economic issues
The Washington Post
Episode: Does anybody want to visit the U.S. right now?
Monica Hesse
Washington Post
Episode: Don’t whitewash this national treasure
Ramesh Ponnuru
Columnist at Washington Post Opinions
Washington Post Opinions
Episode: Did Trump’s address to Congress trap Democrats?

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Dana Milbank
Host of Impromptu and veteran political commentator, providing insights on significant political and social issues.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 234 ratings
  • Love this show!

    Very well produced! Love their takes on current events

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KyraCwn
    United States2 months ago
  • Liberal B.S

    What you would expect from the arrogant liberal media.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    this show used to be good
    United States4 months ago
  • 5 stars!

    Really enjoying this show, especially with their inclusion of more diverse viewpoints lately and some respectful disagreement on the show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Ehenxidiebrndi
    United States4 months ago
  • Blinded by left views

    Being an independent in this era is hard. listening to these guys act like Bill Maher was too dumb to see past Trumps “act” and not take his assessment at face value that he is actually personable in a private setting. Their hatred is so blinding. And all the popular comedians are right leaning currently and they hardly know who any of them are even though they have the biggest pods in the country. So painful how hard they are trying to stay left.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    EBKeveryday
    United States5 months ago
  • Not worth listening to

    New editorial guidance kicking in I guess… don’t talk about anything the regime wouldn’t like

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    mustardhair
    United States6 months ago

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I got cancer. And met a different me on the other side.
Q: Chemotherapy turned your hair and mine completely different. As a man of science, what the hell?
It's not entirely clear what happens physiologically to the hair follicle during chemotherapy, though there are hypotheses regarding hair follicle shape and curliness.
I got cancer. And met a different me on the other side.
Q: As you were working on this piece, you decided to call up Hank Green. Can you tell our listeners who he is?
Hank Green is a guy who explains things to Gen Z and has had cancer at the same age as me, providing a platform to discuss experiences like chemo curls.
Want to find a wife? Be a better man.
Q: What should men's purpose be now that women have financial independence?
Men need to find ways to feel needed and contribute to relationships, focusing on relational skills and emotional intelligence instead of traditional roles.
Want to find a wife? Be a better man.
Q: What do you think of the problem of choice in dating with so many options available?
The real issue is not about having too many choices but about perfectionism that leads to paralysis in decision-making.
Lending a hand doesn’t require being armed
Q: Have you gotten any reaction and how has it been received so far?
The general thrust of the comments are about Trump seeing people as the enemy and using the National Guard this way, which indicates lessons haven't been learned.

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This podcast features dynamic discussions led by Washington Post columnists, focusing on a mix of political news, cultural moments, and societal issues. Each episode presents a blend of insightful commentary and engaging debate, helping listeners navigate the complexities of current events with both depth and humor. The hosts cultivate a friendly environment, making the interactions feel informal and relatable while still providing substantial analysis of pressing topics. With a consistent cadence of episodes, it aims to keep listeners informed on important stories while also fostering an enjoyable listening experience.

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2. Kori Schake
3. Charlotte Marian Pearson
4. Bina Venkataraman
5. John Paul Brammer
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7. Catherine Rampell
8. Monica Hesse

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