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On with Kara Swisher

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2026 United States Midterm Elections
Kamala Harris
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It's on. Twice a week, award-winning journalist Kara Swisher gets to the heart of the story through no-holds-barred interviews with power players across business, tech, media, politics and beyond. So why do her guests show up? “Smart people,” says Kara, “like difficult questions.” Mondays and Thursdays from New York Magazine and the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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Welcome back to “the podcast from hell.” Last week, Kara and the Secretary broke down what happened during the midterms; this week, they discuss what comes next. They cover Pete Hegseth’s rare press conference as he faces impeachment proceedings. The... more

As Democrats solidify the size and scope of their House and Senate majorities after Tuesday’s midterm blowout, the party is brainstorming how best to take advantage of its coming Congressional control. One area of focus will be passing AI regulations... more

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Kara Swisher and Hillary Clinton break down a historic midterm election, in which Democrats won control of both the House and Senate. They discuss the night’s firsts, including the nation’s first Black woman governor, first Muslim senator, and the re... more

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Recent Guests

Danny Meyer
Founder and executive chairman of Union Square Hospitality Group and founder of Shake Shack
Union Square Hospitality Group
Episode: Higher Prices, Smaller Margins: The Reality of the Restaurant Business in 2026
Elazar Sontag
The Washington Post food critic and former restaurant editor at Bon Appetit
The Washington Post
Episode: Higher Prices, Smaller Margins: The Reality of the Restaurant Business in 2026
Susan Feniger
Award-winning veteran chef, cookbook author, entrepreneur, and co-owner of Mundo Hospitality Group
Mundo Hospitality Group
Episode: Higher Prices, Smaller Margins: The Reality of the Restaurant Business in 2026
Rachel Maddow
Anchor of The Rachel Maddow Show and author of Department of Fate
MSNOW
Episode: High Stakes with HRC: The “What’s Next?” Episode
Greg Casar
U.S. representative from Texas and chair of the Congressional Progressive Caucus
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: What’s Next For AI Regulation After Dems Sweep? Reps. Casar and Liccardo Weigh In
Sam Liccardo
U.S. representative from California whose district includes part of Silicon Valley
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: What’s Next For AI Regulation After Dems Sweep? Reps. Casar and Liccardo Weigh In
Hillary Clinton
Former U.S. secretary of state and Democratic presidential nominee
Episode: High Stakes with HRC: The Blue Wave Episode
Susan Glasser
Staff writer at The New Yorker
The New Yorker
Episode: Stay Tuned with Preet: Trump’s Midterm Defeat & the Fight Ahead
Charlie Sykes
Political commentator and author of the Substack publication To the Contrary
To the Contrary
Episode: Stay Tuned with Preet: Trump’s Midterm Defeat & the Fight Ahead

Host

Kara Swisher
Award-winning journalist covering business, technology, media and politics

Reviews

4.3 out of 5 stars from 5.7k ratings
  • Being a Modern Novelist was an excellent episode. More like this please!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    wklass
    24 days ago
  • Decent, but other similar shows are better

    The interviews are interesting, well researched, and thoughtful. However, I have to note the irony of Kara hawking a supplement immediately after a segment in the “Wellness Grifters” episode that discussed why podcasters and other influencers doing exactly that shouldn’t be trusted. It was pretty hard to take the rest of that episode seriously. All that said, on balance the show is worth listening to once in a while. I’d give it a 3.5 and wouldn’t round up, hence the 3 stars given.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    PalliativePaul
    United States3 months ago
  • Rosie

    Loved all the interviews, but especially the Rosie interview.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tinkerbell from Bellevue
    United States3 months ago
  • Appreciative of the these nuanced conversations

    Kara is so smart, funny, curious, genuine, and fearless about getting at all the details. The second I think of something I’d like to know, she’s already asking it! I particularly loved the Rosie O’Donnell interview. I love both of them so much and I can only hope to be as thoughtful and brave as they are.

    Thanks for connecting us to your world, Kara, and to the worlds of your incredible guests.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    bethlbenson
    United States3 months ago
  • Left shaking in my boots

    Cyberattack We’re Not Ready is a must listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Daluca64
    United States4 months ago

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Some listeners value the mix of serious analysis, humor and respectful disagreement across politics, technology and culture.
Listeners praise Swisher's direct, curious interviewing and ability to press for specifics, though some find her interruptions or self-references distracting.
Many appreciate the well-researched conversations and knowledgeable guests, especially when interviews explain current events and their wider consequences.
A few reviewers raise concerns about promotional reads and the handling of wellness or emerging-technology claims.
Production feedback is mixed: one review reports editing loops and missing context, while another praises the overall interview quality.

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High Stakes with HRC: The Blue Wave Episode
Q: What's the one thing you would do?
Clinton says Democrats should promptly introduce and pass legislation on affordability and accountability, then send it to the Senate and build public support if Trump blocks it.
High Stakes with HRC: The Blue Wave Episode
Q: What were some of the biggest surprises for you in the election results?
Clinton points to unexpectedly strong down-ballot victories, state legislative gains, and candidates winning despite being heavily outspent. She attributes the results to strong candidates and a backlash against Trump.
What’s Next For AI Regulation After Dems Sweep? Reps. Casar and Liccardo Weigh In
Q: When it comes to AI, which of the big issues should Congress tackle first or is there something else the Democratic majority should prioritize?
Casar prioritizes protecting jobs, safety and affordability, including safeguards against superintelligence and AI surveillance pricing. Liccardo emphasizes AI safety, a capable federal regulator, and accelerating safety technology to keep pace with model capabilities.
What’s Next For AI Regulation After Dems Sweep? Reps. Casar and Liccardo Weigh In
Q: Should we allow the AI companies to fully automate AI research?
Greg Casar supports banning recursive self-improvement and says humans should build AI systems. Sam Liccardo supports the goal but says the ban requires reliable ways to verify and monitor compliance.
High Stakes with HRC: The “What’s Next?” Episode
Q: How can the Justice Department be rebuilt so that a future president cannot break it?
Maddow calls for reforms including stronger protections from political pressure, higher Senate confirmation thresholds for senior officials, and greater subpoena power for the inspector general.

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Twice-weekly, direct interviews and panel conversations examine the people and decisions shaping technology, business, media, politics and culture. Kara Swisher brings a journalist's focus on power and accountability to discussions with executives, elected officials, authors, reporters, artists and other prominent figures. Conversations range from company strategy and the effects of technology to elections, public institutions, entertainment and creative work, often connecting personal experience with wider social consequences. The format combines one-on-one interviews with occasional multi-guest discussions, including recurring conversations with Hillary Clinton on political issues. A defining feature is the willingness to press influentia... more

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2. Elazar Sontag
3. Susan Feniger
4. Rachel Maddow
5. Greg Casar
6. Sam Liccardo
7. Hillary Clinton
8. Susan Glasser

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