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Talking Feds

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

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

Aaron Blake, Conor Lamb, and Mimi Rocah join Harry to break down Todd Blanche’s confirmation hearing, two new ICE killings, and a primetime election rant. Did Todd Blanche manage to persuade senators that he's a traditional do-the-right-thing prosecu... more

Over the next two days, would-be Attorney General Todd Blanche will get a grilling from the Senate about how he and the Department of Justice handled transparency regarding Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes. Julie K. Brown—the reporter who has done the most t... more

Stellar economic analysts Dean Baker, Paul Krugman, and Stephanie Ruhle join Harry for his periodic deep dive into the ways Trump is reshaping the U.S. economy. The panel weighs the immediate and long-term economic effects of Trump’s on-again, off-ag... more

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For his latest Talking San Diego conversation, Harry sits down with California Senator Adam Schiff. The two start with a close look at the upcoming confirmation battle over would-be Attorney General Todd Blanche. Drawing on their shared background as... more

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Recent Guests

David Brooks
Staff writer at The Atlantic; senior fellow at Yale's Jackson School; former NYT columnist
The Atlantic; Yale University; The New York Times
Episode: David Brooks on Trump, AI, and Fixing America
Maria Cardona
Democratic strategist and CNN political commentator
CNN, Democratic Party infrastructure
Episode: Kick Out Your Tired and Poor
Chris Murphy
Senator from Connecticut, advocate on gun safety and foreign policy
U.S. Senate, Connecticut
Episode: Chris Murphy on Fighting Trump and Pursuing Happiness
Andrew McCabe
Former Deputy Director of the FBI; CNN Senior Law Enforcement Analyst
CNN; FBI
Episode: Will the FBI Stand Up to Trump?
Michael Feinberg
Former Assistant Special Agent in Charge; Senior Editor in Lawfare
Lawfare; FBI
Episode: Will the FBI Stand Up to Trump?
Devlin Barrett
Veteran New York Times reporter who covers the Justice Department and FBI
The New York Times
Episode: Inside the DOJ’s Downward Spiral
David Frum
Senior editor at The Atlantic; host of The David Frum Show; Trump critic
The Atlantic; The David Frum Show
Episode: David Frum’s Unified Thesis of Trump’s Failings
David Graham
Staff writer at The Atlantic
The Atlantic
Episode: Purges, Payoffs, and Paxton
Patrick Radden Keefe
Staff writer for The New Yorker and author of London Falling
Episode: Patrick Radden Keefe’s “London Falling” and Death in the Time of Oligarchs

Host

Harry Litman
Host of Talking Feds; prominent former government official and legal/policy commentator

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 5.4k ratings
  • My ‘Go To’ Podcast

    Yes! Drop the episode earlier! With the news and garbage of the tRump administration changing everyday, your salient discussions are more pertinent right after they happen rather than days later. This is my ‘go to’ podcast when I want to hear intelligent discourse about the scary stuff happening in our country today. Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Jeananast1
    United States3 months ago
  • Consistent high quality

    I always enjoy the episode. Great content and plenty of humor no matter which day it drops.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    HHI beach bum
    United States3 months ago
  • Listen!!

    The best. Love everything about this podcast. Helps me look forward to mondays. You may not like the 5 words or less but I love it!!! I wouldn’t change one thing about the podcast except make it two hours instead of one!! Lol

    Still the best. I hope everyone is listening and reading the Substack. I like that the episode drops Monday so I have something to look forward to. You guys are just exceptional. Thank you Harry!!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Vegan for animals
    Canada3 months ago
  • Fabulous news show

    I’ve followed Harry for many years and am so grateful you have this show coming directly to the public making us much more knowledgeable on topics that affect all of us at home.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Susanyb60
    United States3 months ago
  • Great show

    I love smart people and intelligent conversations.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Sarah B - 201046
    United States3 months ago

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Some listeners wish for more diverse voices and faster-punishment takes on select topics.
Guests are often top-tier legal and policy minds, which elevates the discussions.
Listeners value the rigorous, expert analysis and the clear explanations of complex legal issues.

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#44
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#123
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#61
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#133
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#197
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#77
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

Chris Murphy on Fighting Trump and Pursuing Happiness
Q: How central is happiness to your political program?
Happiness is framed as a central goal, grounded in relationships and shared purpose, with government creating the conditions for people to find meaning and fulfillment.
David Brooks on Trump, AI, and Fixing America
Q: What kind of leadership or social movement would you hope takes root in the U.S. next?
Brooks emphasizes leadership rooted in humility, reform of schools and institutions, and a revival of shared civic practices rather than revolutionary upheaval.
David Brooks on Trump, AI, and Fixing America
Q: Where does the rise of President Trump fit in within the decline of communitarian values?
Trump is described as the wrong answer to the right question, illustrating how a response aimed at rebalance went to a figure who embodies the very distortions the culture is reacting against.
David Brooks on Trump, AI, and Fixing America
Q: Is that a fair impression and why have you chosen now to broaden your vistas?
Brooks explains that problems are pre-political and rooted in culture; he has broadened his focus to critique social norms and propose long-form, culture-centered solutions.
How SCOTUS is Slanting the Midterms
Q: Have you been surprised by the rush and partial success of state actions following Callais, and what is the broader prognosis?
Yes, the timing is surprising; states acted aggressively, especially in the South, and the Court's speed in releasing related orders amplified the impact on primaries and future elections, signaling a shift in how urgently the Court supports or checks state maps.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Talking Feds

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

A roundtable series that stitches together former officials, jurists, journalists, and policy thinkers to dissect current legal and political developments. Episodes frequently hinge on democracy and constitutional questions, voting rights, gerrymandering, DOJ actions, Supreme Court dynamics, and foreign policy intersections with domestic governance. Notable is the breadth of expertise, with guests spanning law, journalism, and public service, and a host who anchors with sharp analysis and practical implications for policymakers, corporate sponsors, and audiences craving rigorous, civically engaged debate. The program often pairs brisk debates with deep dives, making it a go-to for listeners who want clarity on complex legal-political puzzle... more

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1. David Brooks
2. Maria Cardona
3. Chris Murphy
4. Andrew McCabe
5. Michael Feinberg
6. Devlin Barrett
7. David Frum
8. David Graham

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