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KCRW's Left, Right & Center

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Left Right & Center is for listeners who feel like people on the other side of the political divide are on Mars. David Greene pieces together the big picture by inviting people from the left and the right to unpack their ideological differences, not to smooth them over, and look at what’s truly at stake. The show offers a rare kind of clarity. It doesn’t ask you to agree. It asks you to look more ... more

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The last week has been dominated by dire warnings about the threat AI could pose to humanity. 

A growing number of voices in government are calling for action. Even leaders in the industry say things need to slow down. But some like President Trump ... more

This week’s Republican Party convention was a bit odd to have in a midterm election year. But President Trump spoke there for nearly two hours and said he wants voters to imagine that he is on the ballot. If that’s his strategy to help his party, wil... more

Americans are mad about data centers being built near them. President Trump, however, argues building more of them on home soil helps the country’s economy and is critical to our national security. How can lawmakers on both sides of the aisle balance... more

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“Economic D-Day” – that’s how President Trump described his latest strategy in the Iran War. He’s promising to starve... more

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Recent Guests

Hassan Piker
Left-wing streamer featured as a guest on the episode
Independent media figure
Episode: Trump Bets On Himself To Win The Midterms
John Fetterman
Democratic Senator from Pennsylvania, appeared via video at the Texas event
U.S. Senate, Pennsylvania
Episode: Trump Bets On Himself To Win The Midterms
Oren Cass
Founder and chief economist of American Compass; NYT/FT contributor
American Compass
Episode: Trump Launches Economic War On Canada & Iran
Jonah Goldberg
Co-founder and editor-in-chief at The Dispatch
The Dispatch
Episode: Let’s Make Sense Of Democrats’ Conflicting Primary Results
Zohran Mamdani
Mayor of New York City (as referenced in discussion)
New York City
Episode: Who Speaks For The Parties? Dems and GOP Fight It Out
Peter Sporn
Professor of medicine at Northwestern University and VA clinician
Northwestern University; Jesse Brown VA Medical Center
Episode: Introducing "Intention to Treat: Money and Misdiagnosis"
Cheryl Connor
Clinical associate professor; physician at Jesse Brown VA
University of Illinois at Chicago; VA
Episode: Introducing "Intention to Treat: Money and Misdiagnosis"
Liz Bruenig
Staff writer at The Atlantic
The Atlantic
Episode: Trump’s $1.8B Fund Draws Cries of ‘Brazen Corruption’
Sarah Isgur
Author and legal commentator
Last Branch Standing
Episode: Trump and Vance Pick a Fight with the Pope

Hosts

David Greene
Host of Left, Right & Center; KCRW
Mo Elleithee
Co-host/guest commentator with a background in politics and public service
Sarah Isgur
Co-host; conservative political commentator with DOJ background

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 7.4k ratings
  • Left is weak

    When the person who is commenting for the left does not rebut with a strong argument (sometimes they don’t rebut at all). It might as well be a right leaning show. “Campaign finance reform hasn’t worked.” Not rebutted. Simple enough to rebut by saying we have not really tried campaign finance reform in the country and some of what we have tried has been tossed out by the Supreme Court. But silence from the “left” commentator. Don’t be misled that this is a center show.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Bugs need fixing now!
    United States23 days ago
  • Love the show ….except

    I have listened to so many episodes before writing this review. I will continue to listen but I wish Sarah Isgur would be replaced. I appreciate her perspective, but her delivery is condescending to her co-hosts. She passive-aggressively, “jokingly” criticizes her co-hosts which is childish. She is known to be a hack and is…wait for it….shrill(and no…I don’t say this because she is a woman.) There has to be a better conservative out there willing to be on this generally awesome, informative show... more

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Katiet57
    United States25 days ago
  • Respectful Discussions

    I look forward to each Friday when I can listen to a respectful discussion of differing perspectives about a few of the week’s news topics.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    cl323
    United Statesa month ago
  • I’m out... for good

    Adjusted my earlier rating and review from 3 to 1 star. Is David in his way out. He and the show have gone off the rails. He spent the last minutes of the show talking about how great the WNBA is and how it’s been great for diversity and (insert all the left-wing talking points). It would be great to have a show that was actually the left, the right, and the center. But this isn’t it. I’m out.

    Apple Podcasts
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    PCS27
    United Statesa month ago
  • No one eats meat, so the alpha gal disease is not a problem.

    Podcast Addict
    4
    simonsonjh
    a month ago

Listeners Say

Key themes from listener reviews, highlighting what works and what could be improved about the show.

Listeners value civil, reasoned debate and nuanced policy discussions.
Overall sentiment notes a need for rotating voices and ensuring diverse perspectives across episodes.
Sound quality and pacing receive mixed comments but are generally functional for policy-focused dialogue.
Positive feedback often centers on credibility of guests and the ability to challenge assumptions respectfully.
Some critics feel the balance has shifted or moderation could be stronger.

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Trump Launches Economic War On Canada & Iran
Q: What is President Trump doing here in terms of economic policy toward Iran and Canada?
The panel explains the use of sanctions on Iran and tariffs on Canada as strategic tools to pressure policy changes, while debating their effectiveness and the broader implications for global trade and U.S. leverage.
The Iran War Weighs On Troop Morale & Voters’ Patience
Q: What is the current messaging challenge for Republicans about the Iran war?
Republicans are trying to justify ongoing involvement by framing the conflict within a broader national security threat while keeping focus on energy and inflation, though polls suggest the war is unpopular and the messaging is fragile.
Who Speaks For The Parties? Dems and GOP Fight It Out
Q: Mo, how do you see this playing out between now and the midterms?
The leadership isn't delivering a unifying message or clear goals, which undermines trust; voters are frustrated and looking for a path forward, potentially favoring more audacious or reformist candidates who can articulate a bold vision.
Trump’s $1.8B Fund Draws Cries of ‘Brazen Corruption’
Q: Liz, do you think this fund will ultimately help Trump or his opponents frame the weaponization issue?
Liz suggests the fund is leveraged by both sides to score political points, but notes the broader implications for accountability and the appearance of political favoritism, depending on how rules are set.
The Gerrymandering Rush Is Leaving Voters In the Dust
Q: Is this a race to the bottom in our democracy?
The guests disagree but converge on the view that both parties are complicit in maintaining or expanding gerrymandering for political advantage, making reform essential.

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A balanced, civics-forward discussion that brings together left and right voices to unpack current events, policy trade-offs, and the underlying incentives shaping American politics. Episodes often center on governance, public policy feasibility, and how messaging affects voters, with a pattern of rotating contributors that keeps the conversation anchored by thoughtful moderation. Noteworthy is the willingness to interrogate both sides, feature credible policy experts, and blend political analysis with cultural context to illuminate how big issues—like health disparities, inflation, and constitutional questions—play out in real-world governance. The show's approach—clear reasoning, civil dialogue, and a tolerance for disagreement without pa... more

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2. John Fetterman
3. Oren Cass
4. Jonah Goldberg
5. Zohran Mamdani
6. Peter Sporn
7. Cheryl Connor
8. Liz Bruenig

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