Political Gabfest
Slate PodcastsVoted “Favorite Political Podcast” by Apple Podcasts listeners. Stephen Colbert says "Everybody should listen to the Slate Political Gabfest." The Gabfest, featuring Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz, is the kind of informal and irreverent discussion Washington journalists have after hours over drinks.
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| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 1227 | Founded | 20 years ago |
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| Number of Listeners | Categories | NewsPoliticsGovernment | |||
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This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss what Trump is actually trying to buy with his blatantly corrupt "anti-weaponization" slush fund and self-dealing, why Trump can exact primary election revenge on his Republican critics... more
In this month’s episode of Gabfest Reads, John Dickerson interviews Bloomberg columnist Adrian Wooldridge about his new book The Revolutionary Center: The Lost Genius of Liberalism. In a moment when American democracy is under assault from authoritar... more
This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss the geopolitical dynamics and possible outcomes of the Trump-Xi summit with former New York Times Beijing Bureau Chief and host of Face-Off: the US vs. China, Jane Perlez, whether or ... more
This week, Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz discuss how the Iran War is hurting Trump and the Republicans as its economic fallout grows, the sudden revival of abortion pill politics which ended an uneasy equilibrium between federal law ... more
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- Mute David Plotz’s mic
I’ve listened regularly for years now and am a Slate Plus subscriber, but David Plotz’s talking over Emily and John has become insufferable. I know they say they’ve analyzed recordings over the years and Emily is apparently the worst culprit, but David sets up a topic with a question to one of the others formed as a baiting-like take and then does not allow them uninterrupted time to respond. I know these people are genuinely friends, but it sometimes takes on a Dana Carvey MacLaughlin Group vib... more
Apple Podcasts3$ripOFF
United States20 days ago - Forever spurned
A current discussion of Judy Blume that doesn’t include discussion or even mention of the Netflix series Forever? AND expresses surprise the dull and barely watchable Margaret didn’t receive an Oscar nod? This conversation was interesting until it was a train wreck. I’m not sure how adapt this group is at analyzing culture or any portion of the Zeitgeist. Very odd and ultimately meaningless. I can see why Blume distanced herself from this guy!
Apple Podcasts1I’m loathe to offerUnited Statesa month ago - Wow, David Plotz.
I'm so over David Plotz being the performative contrarian because at this point it is actually harmful. The TACO Tuesday episode was the last straw for me with his wildly out-of-touch argument that the bible should be required curriculum in public schools. Neither Emily nor John can save this show from this insufferable man. The hosts are allowed to express their opinions on a topic just like listeners are allowed to withdraw their Slate+ membership and listens altogether. Slate what are you doi... more
Apple Podcasts1voguetheoryUnited Statesa month ago - Wow
There is no reason for the bible to be taught in schools, any more than any other book men use to justify their actions. David seems to be reaching to justify his.
Apple Podcasts1mbllerUnited Statesa month ago - The Wrong Take
The idea Dave is pro- teaching ONE RELIGION to students in school when separation of church and state exists is appalling and I actually can’t listen to someone who ‘has no problem’ with forcing religious teachings in public schools.
Apple Podcasts1usernamehererrrrUnited States2 months ago
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Apple Podcasts | #87 | United States/News/Politics |
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A sharp, policy-forward discussion with a trio of Washington journalists that blends rigorous analysis of current political events with lighter, cocktail-chat segments. Common threads include how power is exercised in real-time, the dynamics of Congress and the judiciary, and the practical implications of foreign policy and domestic reforms. Guests range from senior scholars to journalists and government officials, enriching episodes with diverse perspectives while maintaining an irreverent, accessible tone. The show often features deep dives into constitutional questions, elections, and major policy debates, plus timely book recommendations and live commentary that make complex topics approachable for a broad, engaged audience.
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Recent guests on Political Gabfest include:
1. Mary Moriarty
2. Adrian Wooldridge
3. Jane Perlez
4. Beverly Gage
5. Mark Oppenheimer
6. Antonia Hitchens
7. Gabriel Sherman
8. McKay Coppins
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