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Playbook Deep Dive

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

Welcome to Playbook Deep Dive, the stories behind the power. From Congress and the White House to bar stools and back rooms, POLITICO Playbook’s Ryan Lizza brings you interviews with the most compelling and important figures who explain what’s really going on in Washington.

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Robert Doar, the President of the American Enterprise Institute, joins host Rachael Bade to discuss how an institution long dedicated to promoting ideas such as free trade and strong American global leadership, is asserting itself in a Trump administ... more

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. is making some big shakeups at the Department of Health and Human Services — and Calley Means is one of his key strategists. In this episode, POLITICO White House Bureau Chief Dasha Burns sits down with Means to break down the M... more

Former Trump national security adviser John Bolton joins POLITICO's Rachael Bade to discuss the Signalgate controversy and the broader battle over who will define Donald Trump’s foreign policy — Reagan-era hawks or America First types and isolationis... more

White House deputy chief of staff James Blair is one of the most important people in politics you’ve never heard of — yet. On this week’s episode of Deep Dive, he talks with POLITICO Capitol Bureau Chief and Senior Washington Columnist Rachael Bade t... more

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Recent Guests

Jared Polis
Governor of Colorado with a history of political unpredictability and advocacy for various social issues
State of Colorado
Episode: To resist Trump or work with him? This governor says you can do both.
Michael Froman
Former U.S. Trade Representative and President of the Council on Foreign Relations
Council on Foreign Relations
Episode: The Art of the Deal (Greenland edition)
Kirsten Hillman
Canada's ambassador to the U.S. who previously negotiated the USMCA agreement during the Trump administration.
Government of Canada
Episode: Does Trump have Justin Trudeau dancing to his tune?
Mike Madrid
Third-generation Mexican-American political strategist and co-founder of the Lincoln Project
The Lincoln Project
Episode: How to win the Latino vote in 2024
Brian Kemp
Governor of Georgia
State of Georgia
Episode: Brian Kemp warns GOP against being ‘overconfident’ about Trump
Elaine Kamarck
Longtime member of the DNC's Rules Committee, scholar at Brookings, and lecturer at Harvard's Kennedy School
Brookings Institution, Harvard Kennedy School
Episode: How to win an open convention — if Joe Biden drops out
Spencer Cox
Governor of Utah, known for his moderate political stance and the 'Disagree Better' initiative
state of Utah
Episode: Who’s afraid of Donald Trump? Not this rising star GOP governor.
Jim Clyburn
South Carolina Congressman and pivotal figure in Joe Biden's campaign
U.S. Congress
Episode: Jim Clyburn’s advice to Joe Biden on the election and the Democratic Party's future
Wagner Moura
Wagner Moura plays a hardened war correspondent addicted to the battlefield and is known for his role as Pablo Escobar in Narcos.
Episode: ‘I used to be very combative’: How starring in ‘Civil War’ changed his politics

Hosts

Rachael Bade
Capitol Bureau Chief and Senior Washington Correspondent for Politico, co-author and integral figure in political discussions.
Eugene Daniels
Chief Playbook Correspondent and White House Correspondent for Politico, providing extensive commentary on political events.

Reviews

4.2 out of 5 stars from 1.9k ratings
  • Holy Cow

    The interview with RFK /HHS spokesperson was so good. And left my blood boiling. The interviewee was incredibly frustrating— same talking points of heartless lobbyists and getting rid of processed foods… zero knowledge of what food deserts and denying they exist and why deserts exist? And how do we achieve any of this when people don’t have access to affordable health care? Funny how these voices were silent & dismissed Michelle Obama when she brought forth many of these same issues in 2008-2016... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SanAnton Rose
    United States9 days ago
  • Minimal analysis or insights. Mainly just offers a platform for politicians to spout false tasking points without challenge

    Podcast Addict
    2
    CSavageiii
    9 days ago
  • Fact check

    I really appreciate being able to listen to people I don’t agree with, but Playbook Deep Dive would be so much stronger if there was some level of fact checking

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    NH onthego
    United States10 days ago
  • Some great episodes

    The John Bolton interview was more informative than any other coverage. Great interview style. As an independent, this kind of interview - more please! 👏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Charlotte Burgman
    United States17 days ago
  • James Blair interview—disappointing

    You didn’t want to ask harder questions? I feel like this episode became a platform for Blair to sanitize the administration’s agenda. If you’re going to have such a figure on, I think that you should be prepared with more challenging questions.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    amyb718
    United States18 days ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful and informative nature of the discussions, often noting the depth of analysis provided on current political events.

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Who will be Trump’s fall guy for Signalgate? | John Bolton
Q: Do you think Michael Waltz should stay?
It's tricky; his situation is watchful but not desperate.
Who will be Trump’s fall guy for Signalgate? | John Bolton
Q: Are you making arrangements with security given the threats?
Yes, I'm making arrangements for private security.
Inside Trump’s “swift kick in the ass” to the world | Chris LaCivita
Q: But if there's a recession, which Trump has acknowledged is a possibility, whoever's in that seat is going to get the blame.
LaCivita suggests that many factors play into election outcomes, and it remains to be seen how current economic conditions will affect future elections as speculation is underway.
Inside Trump’s “swift kick in the ass” to the world | Chris LaCivita
Q: Is there anything that has surprised you in these first few weeks of the administration?
LaCivita mentions the left's inability to coalesce behind a single message, stating this shouldn't surprise him due to their history of difficulty in uniting effectively.
Shutdown, DOGE, and trans athletes | Rep. Brendan Boyle
Q: How should Democrats respond to Trump's joint address and the protests by some of their colleagues?
Boyle suggests that Democrats need to focus on the issues that affect the majority of Americans and not get distracted by the drama surrounding Trump's actions.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Playbook Deep Dive

What is Playbook Deep Dive about and what kind of topics does it cover?

The focus is primarily on the intricate workings of Washington politics, with discussions often centered around the actions and motivations of key political figures. Topics extensively covered include the dynamics of Trump’s administration, the Republican Party's strategies, and various pressing issues impacting Congress and the public. Notable guests include politicians and analysts who provide insights on legislation, political strategies, and real-time reactions to evolving political landscapes. The podcast is characterized by its blend of serious political discourse along with a more casual, sometimes irreverent tone, appealing to listeners interested in the undercurrents of political decision-making and its implications.

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4. Mike Madrid
5. Brian Kemp
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7. Spencer Cox
8. Jim Clyburn

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