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The Conversation with Dasha Burns

POLITICO
Donald Trump
Democratic Party
Kamala Harris
Republican Party
Joe Biden
Trump Administration
Ukraine
Congress
Russia
2024 Election
2024 Presidential Election
Israel
Tariffs
Volodymyr Zelenskyy
United States
Government Shutdown
Biden Administration
Immigration
Immigration Reform
Iran

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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Latest Episodes

Dasha sits down with Finnish President Alexander Stubb in Helsinki for a wide-ranging conversation on NATO, Russia's war in Ukraine, Iran and the future of America's relationships with allies around the world.

Stubb, who has developed an unusually c... more

Jack Schlossberg joins Dasha to talk about his campaign for New York’s 12th congressional district, his viral online persona and why he thinks Democrats need to be more “controversial” in the Trump era.

Schlossberg discusses what he says Democrats g... more

At POLITICO’s Energy Summit, Dasha presses EPA administrator Lee Zeldin on rising gas prices, the war in Iran, Trump’s energy dominance agenda, coal, AI data centers, and whether the EPA has a responsibility to address climate change.

Zeldin defends... more

Coinbase CEO Brian Armstrong sits down with Dasha for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of crypto, the growing political influence of the industry, and his vision for a world increasingly shaped by artificial intelligence.

Plus, he responds ... more

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Recent Guests

Brett Baer
Fox News Channel commentator, guest on the show
Fox News
Episode: Q&A: Dasha Burns pulls back the curtain on covering politics
Josh Shapiro
Governor of Pennsylvania
Pennsylvania Governor's Office
Episode: Shapiro on Trump, Fetterman and 2028 over cheesesteaks in South Philly | On The Road
Olga Stefanishyna
Ambassador, Ukraine to the United States
Ukraine
Episode: How Ukraine became essential to America’s security (with Olga Stefanishyna)
Wes Moore
Governor of Maryland, former Army officer, public servant
Maryland state government
Episode: Wes Moore gets blunt about 2028: I'm hungry, not thirsty | On The Road
Reza Pahlavi
Exiled Crown Prince of Iran, leader of Iranian opposition
Iranian opposition
Episode: Iran’s exiled crown prince criticizes Trump’s ‘half-baked’ Iran strategy (with Reza Pahlavi)
Leon Panetta
Former Defense Secretary and former CIA Director
Former U.S. government positions
Episode: Trump is ‘stuck in a stalemate’ in Iran (with Leon Panetta)
JB Pritzker
Governor of Illinois; potential future presidential candidate
Governor of Illinois
Episode: Can JB Pritzker be the Democrats’ anti-Trump in 2028? | On The Road
David Sacks
Special Advisor to President Trump on AI
White House/Trump administration
Episode: Can AI solve the problems it creates? (with David Sacks)
Tammy Haddad
Former TV producer and social connector in Washington
Episode: Behind the velvet rope at White House Correspondents' Dinner (with Tammy Haddad)

Hosts

Dasha Burns
Host focused on Washington politics and national policy, with a background in political reporting.
Jonathan Martin
Co-host, brings on-the-road interview format and deep political analysis.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 2k ratings
  • Lee Zeldin

    Dasha tried hard to get Lee to answer pointed questions. He avoided answering on the basis of not focusing on sound bites while using sound bites to blame everyone else for real issues. Lee, your obligation may be to follow the best version of the law, but you’re obviously following the best version of what billionaires want. Keep pushing them Dasha!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    wlc825
    United States14 days ago
  • Unimpressed

    I listened to the anniversary show. I was surprised by how vapid and cliched her answers were.

    I don’t trust this person to ask the most relevant questions of political and economic leaders and insist on getting honest answers.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    willow-sc
    United States21 days ago
  • Excellent & Horrific

    The episodes of real exploration, almost exclusively done by Dasha Burns, are stellar. They demonstrate respectful, open discussion of challenging topics - with appropriate pushback equal among all guest perspectives. They also include a generally small but meaningful amount of exploration of who the guest is as a person.

    In stark contrast, the episodes done by Jonathan Martin are nothing more than excessively long, utterly horrific fluff pieces. Worse, they are with guests who actually have so... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    11Marigold
    United Statesa month ago
  • Just letting politicians talk

    This podcast is primarily the unchallenged, sanewashed loghorrhea of MAGA talking heads. Hard pass.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    dchsco97
    United States4 months ago
  • Federman

    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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Wendygull
    United States4 months ago

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Guests are generally seen as credible, with strong policy insights, though a subset of listeners desire tougher challenging questions.
Many commenters value the host's interviewing style and feel it brings practical governance perspectives to national issues.
Listeners appreciate long-form, in-depth conversations with high-profile figures; some critique pushback depth and perceived partisanship in certain episodes.

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How this podcast ranks in the Apple Podcasts, Spotify and YouTube charts.

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#213
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#73
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#90
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#108
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#109
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#120
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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Q&A: Dasha Burns pulls back the curtain on covering politics
Q: What would you like to see from future guests, and which topics should The Conversation tackle next year?
Listeners are invited to share topics and guests, with the host highlighting openness to new voices and ongoing audience engagement.
Q&A: Dasha Burns pulls back the curtain on covering politics
Q: How do you prep for big interviews and stay present during the conversation?
She describes assembling a research packet and topics, not rigidly sticking to questions, and practicing presence and listening to guide follow-ups.
Q&A: Dasha Burns pulls back the curtain on covering politics
Q: Who is the most interesting White House character that the public doesn't know well yet?
Dasha mentions ongoing AI policy conversations and a less well-known White House figure leading policy efforts, underscoring the complexity of balancing industry needs with safety.
Q&A: Dasha Burns pulls back the curtain on covering politics
Q: What has changed in political coverage for Gen Z audiences, and how should candidates address youth issues?
Dasha explains that younger voters remain important and that campaigns focusing on housing, student debt, and affordability are key; she cites examples and notes that parties have begun to adapt, with potential shifts in midterms and the 2028 cycle.
How Ukraine became essential to America’s security (with Olga Stefanishyna)
Q: Do you feel he's following through on that appropriately?
She acknowledges that while President Trump is pursuing a broad agenda and demands high ambition, the end of the war and Ukraine's security guarantees require focused commitment and steady, concerted actions rather than broad, multi-service priorities; there is a sense of cautious optimism about continued collaboration.

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A politics-forward interview show that aims for long-form conversations with high-profile power players, policymakers, and industry leaders. Episodes frequently cover governance, national security, foreign policy, and domestic policy, often weaving in personal backgrounds, career trajectories, and practical implications of policy choices. Noteworthy tendencies include on-the-road interview formats, candid reflections on leadership, and a willingness to tackle timely issues with guests ranging from governors and senators to tech executives and national security figures. Listeners are likely drawn to nuanced analysis, real-world governance insights, and perspectives from both campaign trail and policymaking arenas.

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Recent guests on The Conversation include:

1. Brett Baer
2. Josh Shapiro
3. Olga Stefanishyna
4. Wes Moore
5. Reza Pahlavi
6. Leon Panetta
7. JB Pritzker
8. David Sacks

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