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Recent Guests

Isaac Wood
Contributing editor providing a staff dissent
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Episode: SCOTUS returns with a climate change case.
Clayton Swope
Deputy Director of the Aerospace Security Project at CSIS
Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS)
Episode: FULL EPISODE: SPECIAL EDITION - The U.S. has weapons in space — what happens next?
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Episode: FULL EPISODE: PRESS PASS - I’m going back to my roots. And a very special announcement.
Ross Barkan
Writer defending the DSA in the essay read on the show
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Episode: PREVIEW: The Friday Edition. - The case for the Democratic Socialists of America.
Graeme Wood
American journalist and longtime writer on the Middle East, terrorism and political Islam
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Episode: PREVIEW: SPECIAL EDITION - What happened to al-Qaeda? Will Kaback interviews American journalist Graeme Wood.
Will Kaback
Senior editor
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Episode: The Meta settlement.
Carina Pacheco
Associate editor
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Episode: The Meta settlement.
Audrey Moorehead
Editor
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Episode: The Meta settlement.
Zeke Hausfather
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Episode: PREVIEW: SPECIAL EDITION - Ari Weitzman interviews climate research lead at Stripe Zeke Hausfather about the recent wild fires.

Hosts

Isaac Saul
Executive editor and host who contributes to framing discussions; central figure guiding analysis and guest framing.
Ari Weitzman
Managing Editor / host; co-host across episodes, provides broader editorial perspective and helps guide debate.
Jon Lall
Executive producer and host with analytical lead; guides show structure and segment endings.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 1.6k ratings
  • Great for news that doesn't make you freak out and give balanced views

    Podcast Addict
    5
    shaggy
    a month ago
  • Covid

    The discussion re Fauci today lost me. Fauci damaged this country to an extent we won't be able to calculate for decades. Fauci demonized and discredited scientists who disagreed with his false narrative and labeled Americans who followed the data and saw it did not support the claims, as conspiracy theorists. How anyone can give this monster a pass is beyond me.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Raylenesd
    United States3 months ago
  • Good, but trying to do too much

    I enjoy this podcast. What I really like is the formula of how topics are covered. It is very helpful to know what each side of the political spectrum is saying about current events. Concise, informative, and digestible is how I would describe this podcast.

    Here is why I am not giving it 5 stars. The creators seem to want to keep trying new things and expand what they are doing, and the service they are providing. One example is Tangle’s odd decision to bring on Kmele Foster to contribute on p... more

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    195919591959
    United States4 months ago
  • This is a trusted source of information and well reasoned opinion.

    Podcast Addict
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    wesrockin
    5 months ago
  • Can’t get full access

    My husband subscribes but I can’t get full access. It’s aggravating!

    Apple Podcasts
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    United States6 months ago

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Audience values transparent corrections and staff dissenting perspectives.
Listeners appreciate balanced, multi-angle coverage across the political spectrum.
Many praise calm, thoughtful delivery and credible sourcing.
Some listeners want more representation from marginalized voices and tighter topic focus.
Critiques include occasional guest additions that some feel detract from the focus or shift the tone.

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#141
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#74
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#87
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FULL EPISODE: SPECIAL EDITION - The U.S. has weapons in space — what happens next?
Q: Is there a current application to ongoing conflicts like Ukraine or Iran, or is this largely theoretical for now?
The discussion points to the value of space assets in current conflicts (e.g., Starlink in Ukraine and imagery for Iran) while noting that on-orbit weapons would function within joint operations on Earth; the expert suggests the practical use aligns with deterrence and operational leverage rather than immediate kinetic action in these ongoing conflicts.
FULL EPISODE: SPECIAL EDITION - The U.S. has weapons in space — what happens next?
Q: What is the current status of US space weapons and what might they look like in the near future?
He stresses that publicly known capabilities are mainly counter-space in the electromagnetic domain, with historical testing of destructive anti-satellite methods by multiple nations; the new disclosure centers on an on-orbit capability, with expectations that future developments will balance deterrence with safety and debris concerns.
FULL EPISODE: SPECIAL EDITION - The U.S. has weapons in space — what happens next?
Q: Could you just give me a general picture of what kinds of weapons systems he could be referring to here, the kinds of weapons systems that we plausibly could be putting into space?
Clayton explains a spectrum of counter-space options, from on-orbit capabilities like anti-satellite missiles and kinetic projects to non-kinetic approaches such as jamming, spoofing, lasers, and cyber operations, and even systems aimed at debris management that could be weaponized; he notes that the new emphasis is on an on-orbit capability, which is a slight shift from past ground-origin weapons.
The UN assembly and Trump–Xi summit.
Q: How many times has a Trump action or directive been overruled by the courts in this presidency?
The host explains that, per a New York Times report, Trump has faced over 850 lawsuits with more than 650 still active, a relatively low win rate in finalized cases compared to prior administrations, suggesting the judiciary has occupied a significant portion of the news cycle.
PREVIEW: The Friday Edition - Your questions about 9/11, answered.
Q: Considering 9-11, how are we to trust Muslims to run our government when traditionally they are antagonistic toward capitalism and the American way of life?
The response emphasizes addressing complex questions about religion, policy, and governance without essentializing entire groups, suggesting nuanced questions about faith, policy, and cultural cohesion rather than blanket judgments.

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Frequently Asked Questions About Tangle

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

A balanced, discourse-driven political show that presents a range of viewpoints on current events, policy, and governance. Episodes often combine hard-edged analysis of breaking news with cross-ideological discussion, reader questions, and occasional guest segments that provide subject-matter expertise or insider perspectives. The format emphasizes transparency, civil debate, and the juxtaposition of left- and right-leaning takes, with recurring segments that examine legitimacy, accountability, and the practical implications of policy decisions. Notable strengths include a willingness to host dissenting voices, provide staff perspectives, and highlight nuanced debates rather than partisan talking points, making it a good fit for listeners w... more

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