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Krystal Ball, cohost of Breaking Points podcast, and Kyle Kulinski, host of Secular Talk, dive into politics, philosophy and random BS with people they like.

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Latest Episodes

Featuring Richard Ojeda, Dem nominee for NC-09, this week's conversation focuses on Democrats breaking into Republican strongholds during the midterm election cycle (plus, some discussion of Trump's record as a pro-war president).

Vaush rejoins KK&F to discuss the standout debate performances of Democratic Senate candidates Abdul El-Sayed and Jon Ossoff.

Touré returns to KK&F for a discussion of Nikole Hannah-Jones' recent article for the New York Times about her decision to send her daughter to a low-income public school, and what it tells us about systemic racism and elitism in the NYC public schoo... more

Mike Prysner, executive director of the Center on Conscience and War, joins us to talk about the members of the U.S. military who are turning on Trump.

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Camila Lourdes Galarza
Contributing journalist and OSINT analyst focused on Latin American geopolitics and U.S. foreign policy
DropSite News
Episode: Episode 295: Camila Lourdes Galarza
Wajahat Ali
Author, commentator, host of The Left Hook on Substack
The Left Hook (Substack)
Episode: Episode 291: Wajahat Ali
Oliver Larkin
DSA-backed candidate running in Florida's 25th district
DSA-backed candidate, campaign for FL-25
Episode: Episode 290: Oliver Larkin
Nathan J. Robinson
Editor-in-chief of Current Affairs Magazine
Current Affairs Magazine
Episode: Episode 289: Nathan J. Robinson
Rania Khalek
Journalist, BreakThrough News
BreakThrough News
Episode: Episode 288: Rania Khalek
Gil Durán
Author of The Nerd Reich: Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy
Author
Episode: Episode 284: Gil Durán
Garrison Lovely
Journalist and author of Obsolete, the AI Industry's Trillion Dollar Race to Replace Us and How to Stop It
Episode: Episode 282: Garrison Lovely
Will Sommer
Reporter at The Bulwark; runs False Flag newsletter
The Bulwark
Episode: Episode 281: Will Sommer
Ruth Ben-Ghiat
Author and authoritarianism expert
Episode: Episode 280: Ruth Ben-Ghiat

Hosts

Krystal Ball
Host of the show and Krystal Kyle & Friends co-host; long-standing political commentator and author with a focus on progressive policy and democratic reform.
Kyle Kulinski
Co-host of the show and host of Secular Talk; known for direct political commentary and advocacy for progressive policy.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 4.1k ratings
  • Guests

    Please get some new and decent guests. It’s always the same people. Besides Nathan Robinson. He rocks.

    Apple Podcasts
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    jas_8998
    United Statesa month ago
  • Voting for democracy

    👍!

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    5
    Germa2
    Canada2 months ago
  • Protect freedom of speech

    👍!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Germa2
    Canada3 months ago
  • Bring back the before interview banter

    Literally my favorite part was the back and forth between Kyle and Krystal. It seems to have been set aside for straight into interviews.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    CaptainFrustrated1
    United States3 months ago
  • Ashley interview

    Your interview with Ashley St Claire is the best one I’ve heard. Good questions I haven’t heard elsewhere.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Holiday17
    United States5 months ago

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Guests are often high-caliber experts and journalists, offering valuable context.
The back-and-forth banter adds flavor and keeps conversations engaging.
Hosts challenge guests with strong, crisp questions.
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#233
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#36
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Episode 288: Rania Khalek
Q: What exactly happened with the subpoena and what are the core legal concerns?
BreakThrough News received a House Ways and Means Committee subpoena demanding internal communications, argued to be First Amendment protected material, raising concerns about harassment, chilling effects, and the targeting of independent media.
Episode 292: The Vanguard
Q: Should Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez run for president in 2028, and what would that mean for the left?
The panel largely agrees that a run would boost profile and policy influence, potentially positioning a progressive left in the national spotlight, though concerns about electability and media handling remain.
Episode 292: The Vanguard
Q: What is the significance of Hasan Piker's rise in US politics right now?
Hasan's ability to mobilize large numbers and connect with grassroots voters is seen as a transformative force for left politics, compelling established Democrats to respond to a new model of political engagement.
Episode 289: Nathan J. Robinson
Q: What do you see as the biggest factor driving the current shift in the Democratic landscape?
The shift is driven by a combination of grassroots organizing, real-world policy demands like Medicare for All and stronger unions, and a media environment that rewards clear, repeatable messaging and bold stances that address everyday economic concerns.
Episode 295: Camila Lourdes Galarza
Q: I'm interested in the deaths of the people who were investigating this — can you break down who was killed and why it mattered?
The host details the killings of Alexandra Bravo and Monica Silva, who were pursuing accountability and insider connections; Camila explains that these murders illustrate the lethal risks faced by journalists and prosecutors challenging powerful interests tied to U.S. intervention, and she notes how such deaths underscore a broader pattern of impunity.

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A progressive political and culture podcast featuring two co-hosts who frequently challenge guests with sharp questions and bold takes. Episodes span politics, media critique, international affairs, technology, and policy debates, often featuring authors, journalists, lawmakers, and researchers. The show is known for its candid banter, rigorous interview style, and a willingness to tackle controversial topics from a left-leaning, independent perspective. Its guests tend to be prominent voices in politics, media, and academia, offering critical analyses of power, policy, and narrative in contemporary society.

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1. The Kyle Kulinski Show
2. Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar
3. The Majority Report with Sam Seder
4. Useful Idiots with Katie Halper and Aaron Maté
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2. Wajahat Ali
3. Oliver Larkin
4. Nathan J. Robinson
5. Rania Khalek
6. Gil Durán
7. Garrison Lovely
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