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Talking Feds

Harry Litman
Donald Trump
Trump Administration
Department Of Justice
Supreme Court
Republican Party
Democratic Party
Voting Rights
Jeffrey Epstein
Democracy
Congress
Trump
Immigration
Constitution
United States
Iran
Immigration Policy
Brennan Center For Justice
Elon Musk
Authoritarianism
Epstein Files

Talking Feds is a roundtable discussion that brings together prominent former government officials, journalists, and special guests for a dynamic and in-depth analysis of the most pressing questions in law and politics.

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With less than a week until the midterms, Democrats are poised to retake the House, with the Senate also in play. But as a blue wave builds, Trump and his allies are launching dubious lawsuits that challenge states’ authority over elections. The case... more

Nearly every pundit says the midterms will be about the economy. So how, exactly, is the economy doing? Harry turns to economist Justin Wolfers for answers. Slicing deep into some elaborate pie metaphors, the two explore how President Trump’s policie... more

What if ICE raids polling places on election day? What if MAGA sheriffs seize ballot boxes? What if a red-state official refuses to certify a Democrat’s narrow victory? These are the nightmare scenarios that could dam an anti-Trump midterm wave and p... more

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Reporter Glenn Thrush joins Harry to shine a klieg light into the recesses of a Department of Justice running itself into the ground to please Donald Trump. Armed with previously unreported details, Glenn shares the inside story of why Trump loyalist... more

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Recent Guests

Justin Wolfers
Professor of public policy and economics at the University of Michigan and contributing columnist for The New York Times
University of Michigan
Episode: Will Voters Dump the Trump Economy?
Joyce Vance
Former U.S. attorney, University of Alabama law professor, and writer of Civil Discourse
University of Alabama School of Law
Episode: How to Stop a Steal
Jonathan Diaz
Director of Voting Advocacy and Partnerships at the Campaign Legal Center
Campaign Legal Center
Episode: How to Stop a Steal
Wendy Weiser
Vice President for Democracy at the Brennan Center for Justice
Brennan Center for Justice
Episode: How to Stop a Steal
David Ogden
Former Deputy Attorney General and senior counsel at Democracy Defenders Fund
Democracy Defenders Fund
Episode: How to Stop a Steal
Glenn Thrush
New York Times reporter covering the Justice Department and former Politico chief political correspondent.
The New York Times
Episode: Inside the DOJ's Clown Car
Michelle Cottle
Politics correspondent for The New York Times Opinion Section
The New York Times
Episode: The “Who’s Going To Stop Me?” Presidency
David Gura
Bloomberg News anchor and correspondent and host of The Big Take
Bloomberg News
Episode: The “Who’s Going To Stop Me?” Presidency
Charlie Sykes
Founder and former editor-in-chief of The Bulwark and longtime Wisconsin radio host
The Bulwark
Episode: The “Who’s Going To Stop Me?” Presidency

Host

Harry Littman
Host of Talking Feds; prominent former prosecutor and legal commentator.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.4k ratings
  • Best Susan Rice

    This is the best and clearest I’ve heard — maybe it’s the interview!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Linkin Steff
    United States16 days ago
  • Rick Wildon

    Please. please post the Rick Wilson podcast. The Andy Besheer podcast was posted twice.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Debbie in AZ
    United States19 days ago
  • Good solid listen

    Good guests. I always learn something.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xxxfor_Petes_sake
    United States23 days ago
  • Weirdest Rick Wilson interview ever

    I was looking forward to this one but wow! Rick Wilson has changed...! He sounded just like Andy Beshear! And he spent the entire interview talking about Kentucky. Weird...

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Democracy is everyone's job
    Australia24 days ago
  • Wrong Podcast Uploaded for 10/5

    This is Beshear repeat - not Wilson

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Grayciebear
    United States24 days ago

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Thoughtful, balanced discussions with strong guests.
High-quality analysis that informs understanding of complex issues.
Listeners appreciate deep dives into DOJ, democracy, and legal nuance.
Occasional critiques about perceived pundit-heavy segments, but overall insightful.

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#167
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#160
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#40
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

How to Stop a Steal
Q: What are the top threats you're tracking and that you're most concerned about for the next two weeks to the election and the aftermath?
Wendy Weiser identifies ongoing federal efforts to interfere, including disruption to election administration and damage to voter confidence, but says officials, courts, and voting groups are prepared to respond.
How to Stop a Steal
Q: What kinds of things have we seen the Department of Justice undertake that could be designed to interfere with the election?
Joyce Vance says the department has threatened prosecutions of voters, poll workers, and election officials, creating a climate of fear that can discourage eligible people from voting.
Will Voters Dump the Trump Economy?
Q: What is your sense of how those cuts will compound the problems that you're identifying about families trying to make ends meet?
Wolfers says health care cuts and temporary benefits for working families worsen financial pressure, while tax cuts for the wealthy remain in place. He describes the policy choices as cynical and says other administration policies have also increased living costs.
Will Voters Dump the Trump Economy?
Q: How exactly is the economy faring, and how might it shape different voters' decisions?
Wolfers says the economy is growing overall, but workers' share of income is historically low, prices have outpaced wages, and consumer sentiment is exceptionally weak. These different experiences help explain why voters may feel the economy is failing despite some favorable aggregate measures.
A “Moonshot” Plan to Deal with AI’s Dangers
Q: What's your, if you were there, what would be your take about how to approach China and how to try to achieve this kind of agreement?
Rice proposes a negotiated freeze on the testing, development and deployment of the most advanced AI models, followed by international expert work to develop safeguards against misuse and loss of control.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Talking Feds

What is Talking Feds about and what kind of topics does it cover?

This roundtable analysis features prominent former government officials, journalists, and legal experts dissecting law and politics with rigor and wit. Episodes commonly center on DOJ leadership and policy, constitutional questions, national security, and democratic governance, often weighing how institutions function under high-stakes pressure. A standout aspect is the frequent integration of legal scholars and seasoned reporters to illuminate complex intersections of law, policy, and current events, sometimes with promotional segments woven in. Listeners looking for thoughtful, policy-forward discussion with strong legal and ethical framing will likely find this engaging.

A notable strength is the caliber of guests, ranging from former p... more

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1. Justin Wolfers
2. Joyce Vance
3. Jonathan Diaz
4. Wendy Weiser
5. David Ogden
6. Glenn Thrush
7. Michelle Cottle
8. David Gura

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