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Talking Feds

Harry Litman
Donald Trump
Supreme Court
2024 Election
Republican Party
Fentanyl
US Supreme Court
Political Violence
14th Amendment
Iowa Caucuses
Immigration Crisis
E. Jean Carroll
Hunter Biden
Loneliness
Colorado Supreme Court
Justice Department
Iowa Caucus
Nikki Haley
NATO
New York Hush Money Case
Mental Health

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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Latest Episodes

For the latest Talking San Diego conversation, Harry sits down with Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro in front of a packed-house in San Diego.  They discuss the experiences that have shaped the governor, from his long-shot bid to rescue Soviet Jews,... more

As a second week of war slips by without Iran’s promised collapse, David French, David A. Graham, and Juliette Kayyem join Harry to assess the administration’s apparent unpreparedness and growing tally of grave mistakes. The group discusses the dange... more

Professor Kim Lane Scheppele has watched democracies fail before. She tells Harry there's still time to stop Trump's autocratic revolution, but only if its opponents match their effort to the scale of the threat. Professor Scheppele talks through the... more

In this episode, Harry and guests Jonathan Alter, Conor Lamb, and Mara Liasson break down a fast-moving week with massive overtures in domestic and international news. The discussion starts with the escalating war with Iran — including new reporting ... more

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Recent Guests

Mara Liasson
National Political Correspondent for NPR
NPR
Episode: A Man, No Plan, Iran
Conor Lamb
Former U.S. Representative for Pittsburgh area; former Assistant U.S. Attorney
Klein and Specter; Duquesne University (teaches faith and democracy)
Episode: A Man, No Plan, Iran
Stacey Abrams
Prominent political leader, author, and activist
Ten Steps Campaign / Assembly Required
Episode: Stacey Abrams’s 10 Steps to Save Democracy—Or Lose It
Bill Kristol
Editor at large for The Ball Wark, founder/director of Defending Democracy Together, host of Conversations with Bill Kristol
Defending Democracy Together
Episode: Bombs and Bombast
Jon Lemire
Staff writer at The Atlantic, former White House Bureau Chief of Politico
The Atlantic
Episode: Bombs and Bombast
Josh Shapiro
Governor of Pennsylvania
Commonwealth of Pennsylvania
Episode: Josh Shapiro's Game Plan
Bill Yeomans
A veteran of the Civil Rights Division and former Deputy Assistant Attorney General.
Department of Justice
Episode: Trump's Reign of Terror in the Civil Rights Division
Elliot Williams
CNN legal analyst and author
Episode: The Legacy of the Subway Vigilante
Ruth Marcus
Contributing writer at The New Yorker, former national coverage lead at The Washington Post
The New Yorker
Episode: "Are You F***ing Kidding Me?"

Host

Harry Litman
Host of the roundtable discussions focusing on legal and political analysis, providing insights from his extensive background as a former federal prosecutor and Justice Department official.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.3k ratings
  • Bill Kristol - meh

    I’m never listening to another pod that has Kristol as a guest - he fills his mouth with complete sentences that say nothing. What a waste of time.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SkiMontana!
    United States19 days ago
  • March 2, 2026

    Hilarious! Bill Kristols amnesia about how bad Reagan Bush were. The nation debt exploded. The market blew up in ‘87. We had not ‘come back from a mild recession’ in ‘92. Read a history book, Bill.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Pablo Puppy
    United States20 days ago
  • One of my very favorite podcasts to hear a notable variety of smart guests speak on important topics in law and government!

    Podcast Addict
    5
    Winston Smith
    a month ago
  • Mr. Jamie Raskin.

    ^He’s One Of The Most Effective People In Office EVER.! I Wish Others Did Same. T/Y Sir. Your Health Has Always Been Put On The Back Burner Like No Other EVER. I Say🇺🇸/🌏Owes Mr. Raskin For His Svc. God Bless Him, He Will Be Studied 4Ever. Last. The🇺🇸Economy Is And Was Ruined For Nothing And On Purpose By Mad Men. trump and Cronies Behind him Every Day, & We’ve Never Seen THAT Before, Crazy, Their The Only Making Money Not 🇺🇸’s.! This Admin. Hasn’t Done Anything For🇺🇸. Dem’s Will Have To... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    From Another Great Admirer
    United States2 months ago
  • Jan 26th

    Excellent conversation and debate. These guests were all particularly interesting. Please have them all back.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jerry Starbuck
    United States2 months ago

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There is positive feedback concerning the high level of expertise exhibited by both hosts and guests, making the podcast a trusted source for political commentary.
Some criticism arises around the perceived bias in discussions, reflecting a strong anti-Trump sentiment, which may not resonate with all audience segments.
Listeners appreciate the insightful analyses and discussions that often include prominent guests from the legal and political fields.

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#103
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#235
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#135
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#225
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#177
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#82
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Molly Mashup: The 411 on the Missing Epstein 302s
Q: If you were a New York Attorney General or if you were trying to make criminal cases out of some of these documents, what it might look like?
You would need to start from scratch to build a case from the ground up, using public materials and other corroborative evidence, navigating around the challenges posed by redacted details and possible statutes of limitations.
Molly Mashup: The 411 on the Missing Epstein 302s
Q: Explain to us why a 302, what the rationale for these redactions are, if there is a rationale.
The rationale for redactions is often tied to safeguarding victim confidentiality. However, in many instances, it appears that redacting practices have been abused, obscuring important names and details that should not have been hidden.
Josh Shapiro's Game Plan
Q: What do you do to stave off the threat of a detention center in Berks County?
Shapiro emphasizes his commitment to fighting against the establishment of a super detention center and explains the legal and logistical arguments he will use.
Josh Shapiro's Game Plan
Q: What will it take to get stuff done here regarding housing?
Shapiro outlines his ambitious billion-dollar housing fund and reforms aimed at holding private equity accountable.
Josh Shapiro's Game Plan
Q: How do you get stuff done on this really obstinate issue?
Shapiro explains his approach to managing energy costs through collaboration, negotiations, and legal actions against utility rate-setting bodies.

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

Featuring a roundtable format, this podcast engages its audience in discussions about crucial topics in law and politics. It showcases a diverse lineup of guests, including former government officials and journalists, to provide insights on current legal controversies and political dilemmas. Noteworthy themes include accountability in governance, the workings of the judicial system, and the impact of significant rulings on civil rights. The conversations often reflect on the broader implications of governmental actions under various administrations, focusing particularly on recent historical events and ongoing political crises. The dynamic exchanges contribute to a thorough understanding of the intersection between law and public policy, ma... more

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Recent guests on Talking Feds include:

1. Mara Liasson
2. Conor Lamb
3. Stacey Abrams
4. Bill Kristol
5. Jon Lemire
6. Josh Shapiro
7. Bill Yeomans
8. Elliot Williams

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