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Politicology
Donald Trump
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Ukraine
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China
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Iran
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Political Violence
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United States
Jeffrey Epstein
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Politics in America is transforming. We’re embarking on a new series to deepen our understanding of who we are, how we got here, and how we rebuild without repeating the mistakes of the past. Ron Steslow hosts academics, behavioral economists, social psychologists, politicos, philosophers, anthropologists, journalists, poets, and storytellers—and more—to discuss America’s political present and fut... more

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Molly McKew (writer and lecturer on Russian influence and information warfare) joins Host Ron Steslow to take stock of the war shifting beneath the surface.

They begin with the state of the fighting: Putin’s nuclear theater around Victory Day and th... more

Ron Steslow and Molly McKew dig into what Viktor Orbán’s defeat means for European unity on Ukraine, the differences between healthy and toxic nationalism, and how Europe is quietly discussing its defense strategies and challenges outside the NATO fr... more

Not yet a Politicology+ member? Don’t miss all the extra episodes on the private, ad-free version of this podcast. Upgrade now at ⁠politicology.com/plus⁠.

Ron Steslow and Mike Madrid discuss the redistricting wars, the Supreme Court case that coul... more

Nicholas Anthony (Research Fellow at the Cato Institute's Center for Monetary and Financial Alternatives) joins Host Ron Steslow to examine how the stablecoin legislation moving through Congress is quietly remaking the financial system and expanding ... more

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Nicholas Anthony
Policy Analyst at the Cato Institute Center for Monetary and Financial Alternatives; Global CBDC Tracker
Cato Institute
Episode: The End of Financial Privacy? — The Weekly
Susan Del Percio
Political strategist who participates in tactical political analysis on the show
Episode: Home Economics
Dan Barber
Chef and co-owner of Blue Hill and Blue Hill at Stone Barns, recognized for his sustainable practices in cuisine.
Blue Hill and Blue Hill at Stone Barns
Episode: ENCORE: The Future of Food
Scott Tranter
Former Director of Data Science for Marco Rubio's presidential run; co-founder of Optimus (acquired by Dynata); advisor to Decision Desk HQ; adjunct professor at American University
Optimus (acquired by Dynata); Decision Desk HQ; American University
Episode: ENCORE: Modeling Victory — Part 2
Izabella Kaminska
Founder and editor of The Blind Spot and The Peg; former senior finance editor of POLITICO Europe; former FT Alphaville editor
The Blind Spot / The Peg / POLITICO Europe / Financial Times
Episode: Fortress America — The Weekly
Ro Khanna
Congressman
United States Congress
Episode: Why the Essay Matters Again — The Weekly
James Kirchick
Author of Secret City, The Hidden History of Gay Washington; columnist for Tablet Magazine and writer-at-large for Airmail
Author, Tablet Magazine; Airmail; New York Times bestseller author
Episode: ENCORE: Secret City with James Kirchick
Yascha Mounk
Liberal German-American political scientist, Johns Hopkins professor
Johns Hopkins University; The Atlantic; The Good Fight (podcast)
Episode: ENCORE: The Identity Trap—Part 1
Alua Arthur
A death doula, founder of Going With Grace, and author of 'Briefly Perfectly Human.'
Going With Grace
Episode: ENCORE: Briefly, Perfectly Human

Hosts

Ron Steslow
Host focusing on political analysis, with recurring interest in law, democracy, and ethics.
Mike Madrid
Policy commentator and contributor with expertise in demographics, elections, and governance.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 18.1k ratings
  • Brilliant and balanced

    Whether you consider yourself to be a Democrat or Republican, this podcast is for you. Every American needs to listen

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Tritri1000
    United Statesa month ago
  • Constructive feedback

    Please help Lucy (guest host) learn the difference between being a guest and a host by asking simple questions. Her interminable word soups that go for 2 minutes are an answer masquerading as a question and it’s painful for both audience and guest.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Mandypants19
    Australia4 months ago
  • Best Political Pod

    Born from the Lincoln Project, this podcast has turned into the best and most informative podcast on politics out there. Smart and honest discussions and the weekly roundups are worth subscription alone.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    RM Marks
    United States4 months ago
  • Down Hill

    Like a lot of recent reviews, I need to move on. I no longer believe this pod represents a balanced view, much more rah rah for Trump.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    The Trim De La Trim
    United States4 months ago
  • Hagar - no thank you

    Her giddiness when discussing the possibility of invading Greenland and pure adulation of Trump was disgusting in the most recent episode.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    ADS12341999
    United States4 months ago

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Balanced discourse and strong guest line-up are positives.
Listener enthusiasm for weekly roundups and diverse perspectives.
Occasional criticism of perceived bias and pacing.
A portion of listeners feel the show has shifted toward a more partisan stance over time.

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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

The Battlefield Laboratory — The Weekly
Q: How would you counter the argument that NATO expansion caused Russia to invade Ukraine, given Putin's framing around it?
The guests argue that Putin's rationale is post-hoc and used as justification; NATO expansion did not compel Russia to invade, and historically Russia's imperial ambitions would seek pretexts regardless of alliance presence, with real leverage lying in strategic narratives, power projection, and security dilemmas.
The End of Financial Privacy? — The Weekly
Q: can you walk through what the current landscape has looked like for financial surveillance, the Bank Secrecy Act, you've written a lot about, KYC AML, and why this moment is pivotal in the way we understand our financial privacy?
Nick explains the evolution of financial surveillance from the 1970s Bank Secrecy Act through multiple waves of regulation tied to fraud, terrorism, and immigration concerns, highlighting the third-party doctrine and how banking data is often treated as fair game for government access. He adds that the looming expansion to stablecoins and real-time AML/KYC could dramatically increase surveillance capabilities, while the system remains biased towards enforcement and corporate interests rather than civil liberties.
Home Economics
Q: What is your advice? What do you run on? How do you pivot away if you have to do that? Like what's your strategy? What's your frame? What do you run on?
The strategy is to delver local-level credibility: emphasize concrete local projects, endorsements, and the ability to help hospitals and clinics, while communicating how such actions reduce costs and improve daily life, rather than making broad promises that may be politicized.
Home Economics
Q: So small, simple question here in Politicology Plus, what do you do? How do you advise a candidate running for office? How do you address this problem?
Susan explains prioritizing localized, practical interventions over broad, sweeping promises, focusing on tangible steps like infrastructure improvements and community support programs to make housing more affordable, while aligning messages with what can be delivered in a district rather than grand national policy.
[+] The Dangers of AI-Powered Policing [Members Only]
Q: I got lots of questions, but I'll just ask you at the top how you're thinking about this story that I just read.
The conversation emphasizes the lack of controls over AI use in policing, the need for human oversight, and the reality that facial recognition should not be the sole basis for arrests; ongoing policy considerations are necessary to manage privacy and civil liberties as the tech evolves.

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A politics-focused program that features in-depth conversations with scholars, journalists, policy experts, and political commentators to unpack America's recent history and its future trajectory. Episodes frequently cover law, democracy, ethics, national security, and the influence of technology on politics, often with a strong emphasis on institutional integrity, policy implications, and civic literacy. Noteworthy are the occasional “week-in-review” formats and cross-disciplinary guests that bridge academic insights with real-world political dynamics, making it useful for listeners who want nuanced analysis and evidence-driven discussion beyond sound bites.

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2. Susan Del Percio
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4. Scott Tranter
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6. Ro Khanna
7. James Kirchick
8. Yascha Mounk

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