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The Conversation with Dasha Burns

POLITICO
Donald Trump
Joe Biden
2024 Presidential Election
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Congress
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Democratic Party
Hunter Biden
Happiness
U.S. Presidential Election 2024
David Axelrod
Nikki Haley
Bipartisan Border Security Bill
Chris Murphy
Kirsten Sinema
Section 702
Turner Statement
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Russian Anti-Satellite Threat

The Conversation with POLITICO’s Dasha Burns is a fresh take on the traditional Sunday show format, going beyond conventional wisdom and short sound bites to broaden the political conversation. Each week, Dasha will sit down with one of the most compelling – and sometimes unexpected – power players in Washington and beyond for a real discussion about how they are shaping the current moment.

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Dan Driscoll made history earlier this year when, at 38, he was sworn in as the youngest Army secretary in U.S. history.

And he just made news again this week when he became the highest-level Trump administration official to visit Kyiv for the White... more

Rep. Seth Moulton (D–Mass.) is not one to shy away from criticism of his own party. He made waves in the past when he insisted that the Democrats’ approach to dialogue on transgender issues was stifling. Moulton has also been vocal about the need for... more

New Jersey’s governor-elect Mikie Sherrill and James Blair, the political director for the Trump 2024 Campaign and the RNC, break down the lessons learned from this week’s Democratic sweep

Election Night 2025 was a sweet one for Democrats nationwide... more

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-Texas) hasn’t been in Congress for very long, but she’s transformed the way that Democrats are communicating with voters and energized her colleagues in the party.

Crockett is known for her willingness to frankly engage with... more

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Recent Guests

Dan Driscoll
Army Secretary and Iraq war veteran dedicated to transforming the U.S. Army
U.S. Army
Episode: Army Secretary Dan Driscoll on transforming the armed forces
Abby Phillip
Host of CNN NewsNight, Politico alum, and author of 'A Dream Deferred'
CNN
Episode: Army Secretary Dan Driscoll on transforming the armed forces
Seth Moulton
Massachusetts Congressman and Senate candidate
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Seth Moulton on the Epstein emails, Venezuela, and the shutdown
James Blair
Deputy Chief of Staff in the White House and former political director for Trump's campaign
The White House
Episode: The Conversation election special 2025: Mikie Sherrill and James Blair
Mikie Sherrill
Governor-elect of New Jersey, former Navy helicopter pilot, and pragmatic political leader
State of New Jersey
Episode: The Conversation election special 2025: Mikie Sherrill and James Blair
Jane Coaston
Host of Crooked Media's podcast What A Day
Crooked Media
Episode: Can Jasmine Crockett teach Democrats how to communicate?
Jasmine Crockett
Congresswoman representing a progressive wing of the Democratic Party
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Can Jasmine Crockett teach Democrats how to communicate?
Katelyn Jetelina
Public health expert and creator of the newsletter 'Your Local Epidemiologist'
Episode: Why Sen. Rand Paul feels like GOP ‘whipping boy’
Rand Paul
Kentucky Senator and voice of conservative principles
United States Senate
Episode: Why Sen. Rand Paul feels like GOP ‘whipping boy’

Host

Dasha Burns
Host of the Conversation and White House Bureau Chief for POLITICO, she brings insightful commentary and interviews with key political figures.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Disappointing

    A fine podcast if you like people who call themselves journalists giggling and softballing questions to Maga Republicans like Trump operative James Blair.

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    Sumactea
    Canada19 days ago
  • Jasmine

    Interesting idea for an episode .. came across as sucking up to a self absorbed politician ..

    I’m sad but both of you are much more interesting than this episode

    Ask tough questions .. argue .. please

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    3
    dan703
    United Statesa month ago
  • MAHA- ??Forever Chemicals???

    I was a bit disappointed with this interview because she did not speak on the real hard pushback of the First Lady M. Obama when she tried to bring health and dietary standards into the schools. Because that’s where kids see food outside the home. Where mom’s kitchen becomes so important. She didn’t bring that up.

    Nor did she even mention the forever chemicals that will be found in our water. The Hudson River is first to have forever chemicals dumped in.

    Why? Why?

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Rajuljambiah
    United States2 months ago
  • Journalistic malpractice

    This is become a platform for laundering administration talking points without any pushback. More interested in appeasing inside the beltway type, then actually providing lung form interviews to educate the public.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Sfsmbf32
    United States2 months ago
  • Vapid

    The show should be called Breakfast with Facists

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    JPK6789&@
    United States4 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the depth of the conversations, but some express dissatisfaction with perceived biases in guest treatment. Many find the political discussions informative and relevant to current issues, while others critique the quality of questioning and the need for more balanced perspectives. Overall, reviews reflect a mixed response, highlighting the dual-edged nature of political discourse today.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Seth Moulton on the Epstein emails, Venezuela, and the shutdown
Q: What do you say to Trump's claims about the Epstein files?
Moulton counters that if Trump has nothing to hide, he should release the files, asserting that the public blames Republicans for the shutdown.
Seth Moulton on the Epstein emails, Venezuela, and the shutdown
Q: What do you think this means for the Democratic Party?
Moulton argues that Schumer's action signifies a lack of negotiation power and that the Democratic Party is at a disadvantage under Republican control.
The Conversation election special 2025: Mikie Sherrill and James Blair
Q: What lessons would you take from last night for a 2028 run?
You need to focus on keeping Republicans in power for 2026 and support your team, not just yourself.
The Conversation election special 2025: Mikie Sherrill and James Blair
Q: How do you plan to navigate your relationship with Trump?
I'm really hoping that the administration can see how key it is to invest in New Jersey.
The Conversation election special 2025: Mikie Sherrill and James Blair
Q: What are you going to do with it, day one?
Day one, I'm declaring a state of emergency on the utility cast.

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Engaging deeply with current political dynamics, this podcast offers a fresh perspective on significant issues shaping the future of the nation. Each episode features in-depth conversations with influential guests ranging from politicians to policy makers, addressing topics like immigration, health care, and the implications of political violence. A unique aspect is its focus on the human narratives behind political discussions, aiming to foster understanding amidst polarization. The approach often emphasizes the importance of bipartisan dialog, appealing to those interested in nuanced perspectives from a variety of viewpoints.

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2. Abby Phillip
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5. Mikie Sherrill
6. Jane Coaston
7. Jasmine Crockett
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