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Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov

Vox Media Podcast Network
Donald Trump
Iran
Democratic Party
Trump Administration
Republican Party
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Elon Musk
Immigration Policy
United States
Immigration
Jeffrey Epstein
MAGA
Israel
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Trump's Trade War
Ukraine
Social Security
Congress
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Raging against the extremes. Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov are in the middle — and they’re mad, because being a moderate in America these days does NOT mean staying silent. New episodes every Monday, Tuesday and Thursday evening. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.

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Latest Episodes

Raging Moderates is taking a short break this week, but we’ve got a great episode from Vox’s America, Actually with Astead Herndon.

We’ll be back with regular episodes on August 17th.

Despite a bruising defeat in the 2024 presidential election, ear... more

America has questions — and Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov have answers. In this summer mailbag episode, they tackle listener questions about such topics as: the future of the Democratic Party, whether America’s political system can recover from t... more

Get your tickets now for our live show at 92NY: ⁠https://www.92ny.org/event/scott-galloway-and-jessica-tarlov

Jessica’s new book I Disagree: Winning Arguments Without Losing Friends will be on sale everywhere September 15th. For more info and to pre... more

Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov start by debriefing Scott’s appearance on Real Time with Bill Maher, and recapping Maher’s rant against the far-left of the Democratic Party.

Then, acting Attorney General Todd Blanche is reportedly back on track to... more

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Recent Guests

Jamal Simmons
Kamala Harris's former communications director
Kamala Harris campaign
Episode: America, Actually: Who Wants Kamala to run again?
Sarah Longwell
Founder and publisher of The Bulwark, host of the Focus Group podcast
The Bulwark
Episode: Trump Has No Strategy as the Iran War Widens and Blanche's Confirmation Falls Apart
Mark Kelly
Senator from Arizona
U.S. Senate
Episode: Trump’s Trying to Squeeze Canada on Trade AGAIN. Here’s Why it Will Backfire
Abdul El Sayed
Democratic candidate in Michigan race,
Michigan political race
Episode: Does AOC Have the RIZZ that Trump Used to Build MAGA?
Hailey Stevens
Moderate candidate in Michigan race
Michigan political race
Episode: Does AOC Have the RIZZ that Trump Used to Build MAGA?
Brian Tyler Cohen
Progressive YouTuber, political commentator, author of The Day After
Brian Tyler Cohen (individual)
Episode: What Platner’s Exit Means for the Future of the Democratic Party (ft. Brian Tyler Cohen)
Sam Stein
Managing editor of the Bulwark
Bulwark
Episode: Platner Bombshell Throws Democrats Into Chaos
John Marco Cerezi
Stand-up comedian
Episode: Trump Loses on Birthright Citizenship as America’s 250th Celebrations Flop
Russell Daniels
Actor penis model
Episode: Trump Loses on Birthright Citizenship as America’s 250th Celebrations Flop

Hosts

Scott Galloway
Host of the show; widely featured as a central voice in moderating and critiquing politics, tech, and culture.
Jessica Tarlov
Co-host; contributes policy expertise and moderating perspective, often driving data-informed debates.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 2.6k ratings
  • Pretending to be moderate and then calling MAGA racist is ridiculous and criminal. Stupidest people on the planet

    Podcast Addict
    1
    rj283
    a month ago
  • “Cackling” - really?!

    Jess, how rude.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    soulrockerTLee
    United States2 months ago
  • Straight forward analysis

    Enjoy both presenters. No arrogance and professional commentary. This is my favourite pod with Scott.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Cavendish 2020
    Canada2 months ago
  • Thank God for Moderates

    I Love these two! They save my sanity on a weekly basis with their insightful opinions and invaluable information. Thanks guys!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    KKCarolina
    United States2 months ago
  • What makes a feminized man?

    Please discuss more fully what makes a man who has been unduly feminized. Is James Talirico too feminine and not masculine enough? Are ads showing him in an apron effective? It’s disheartening trying to figure out what’s acceptable behavior.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    cbest53
    United States2 months ago

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Some episodes face critique for perceived inconsistency or tone, but many praise the data-driven approach.
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#14
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#40
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#227
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#14
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Trump Has No Strategy as the Iran War Widens and Blanche's Confirmation Falls Apart
Q: What trends do you see for The Bulwark and its business model in the current media landscape?
Sarah Longwell explains that The Bulwark sustains itself through subscriptions and community engagement rather than heavy reliance on advertising, highlighting the importance of Substack, YouTube, and other platforms to reach audiences, while emphasizing a focus on the community and education-driven content as subscription catalysts.
Trump Has No Strategy as the Iran War Widens and Blanche's Confirmation Falls Apart
Q: What do you think the likelihood of boots on the ground is, given current dynamics?
The panelists acknowledge that while some in the administration flirt with hard options, Trump's own history and the GOP factions make a decisive full-ground escalation unlikely, with leaders leaning toward containment or limited actions rather than a large deployment.
Trump Blames Democrats, Demands His Ballroom, and Attacks Jimmy Kimmel Again (ft. Sen. Rand Paul)
Q: What are your views on government regulation of speech in light of controversial comments by public figures, and where do you draw the line?
Paul argues against government censorship or FCC action against speech, emphasizing First Amendment protections but noting that defamatory or inciting content should face consequences.
Trump Blames Democrats, Demands His Ballroom, and Attacks Jimmy Kimmel Again (ft. Sen. Rand Paul)
Q: Senator, why do you think the White House ballroom funding should move forward without full appropriations, and what protections or oversight would you want?
Paul explains a preference for proceeding with privately raised funds while acknowledging the need for some guardrails and potential legal questions about private money in government projects.
How Trump’s Iran War Could Break the GOP (ft. Ben Shapiro)
Q: Given the fragmentation you described within the MAGA ecosystem, what does this mean for the future of U.S. foreign policy—will allies continue to trust American leadership?
Allies will weigh past reliability, the clarity of commitments, and the tangible outcomes of American actions; while some partnerships may endure, there is a risk that distrust could erode long-standing alignments if perceived as unilateral or inconsistent.

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What is Raging Moderates about and what kind of topics does it cover?

Ranging across politics, policy, and media, this show anchors sharp, opinionated debates from a centrist vantage. The hosts tackle current events with a mix of data-driven critique and candid humor, often weighing foreign policy, domestic governance, and the role of tech in society. Episodes frequently feature cross-cutting takes on leadership, accountability, and how information is shaped by media ecosystems, making it appealing to listeners who want thoughtful moderation amid polarized discourse. Noteworthy is the steady balance between skeptical scrutiny of power and accessible, dialog-driven analysis, plus a willingness to challenge guests across the political spectrum while keeping discussions grounded in practical policy implications.... more

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