
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.
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 526 | Founded | 10 years ago |
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In episode one, JMart sits down with Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders for a lively conversation about politics, leadership and life growing u... more
Sen. Katie Britt (R-Ala.) is a young rising star in the Republican Party. She sits down with POLITICO’s Dasha Burns to talk about how the war against Iran could affect Americans at home and the urgency of the midterm elections for the Republican Part... more
Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-Mich.) joins POLITICO's Dasha Burns on "The Conversation" and responds to President Trump's State of the Union address. Slotkin lays out her vision for the future of the Democratic Party, which could be a Project 2029 for the p... more
Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelenskyy joins POLITICO’s Dasha Burns to discuss the United States’ role in ending the war, where Europe fits into the equation, and his frank thoughts on Russians living abroad.
Then, CNN’s chief international corresp... more
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This podcast is primarily the unchallenged, sanewashed loghorrhea of MAGA talking heads. Hard pass.
Thank you for bringing this episode because I have been worried about John but this episode reassured me that John is still doing great. I agree with many of his points of view. Common sense stands on a lot of issues
You are one of the most relevant interviewers in this space. This long form is insightful and informative.
Those listeners who criticize your style, just want to be triggered.
I learn more about people by just letting them talk.
Thank you, keep up the great work.
Beyond disappointing. He lied and was racist with zero pushback. I’m done with this podcast.
Dasha burns is a mouthpiece for the Republican Party and Donald trump. In her interview with President trump, she served up softball questions with essentially no follow up and made no effort to correct his lies.
Dasha Burns does not have the courage or the self-respect to call herself a journalist
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The program features long-form, in-depth interviews with high-profile figures from politics, government, journalism, and public policy. Episodes frequently center on policy strategy, national security, healthcare, elections, and the global impact of U.S. policy, often featuring lawmakers, Cabinet-level officials, diplomats, and influential commentators. Guests tend to be senior, with a track record of public leadership or expert analysis, and conversations aim for nuance beyond quick sound bites. A notable strength is the willingness to host a diverse range of perspectives—from U.S. senators and presidents to foreign leaders, journalists, and public health experts—creating a broad, issue-driven dialogue for listeners who want substantive in... more
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