
To defend democracy, one has to believe in it. To believe in democracy, one has to understand it. Where it came from. How it works. What’s true. What’s not. What others did before you. How it could be better. How to make a difference. Each week, The David Frum Show digs deep into the big questions people have about our society, explains the progress Americans have made together, and reminds us th... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 71 | Founded | 9 years ago |
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In this week’s episode of “The David Frum Show,” The Atlantic’s David Frum opens with his reaction to President Trump’s latest round of tariffs and explains why he believes they are weakening America’s economy and its alliances.
Then, David is joine... more
On this week’s episode of “The David Frum Show,” The Atlantic’s David Frum opens with his thoughts questioning whether the Trump administration has any plan at all to meet the challenge of debt and deficits.
Then, David is joined by Vincent Smith, d... more
On this week’s episode of “The David Frum Show,” The Atlantic’s David Frum opens with his reaction to the recent ICE shooting in Maine.
Then, David is joined by Maya MacGuineas, president of the Committee for a Responsible Federal Budget, to discuss... more
In this episode of “The David Frum Show,” The Atlantic’s David Frum discusses the recent allegations toward Democratic Senate candidate Graham Platner. David warns Democrats that if they don't exercise caution with candidate selection, they risk losi... more
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I remember Barbara Frum from the CBC and how great she was. When I began following David Frum I was a bit wary of his politics (I am a Canadian NDP member); however, I have consistently been impressed by his thoughtfulness and intelligence, as well as his measured analysis. I listen to the podcast every week and appreciate his insight.Annotation:: finding it weird that a conservative is now blaming Democrats for not doing enough …. That’s kind of dumb if you have been blowing the horn for conser... more
Come for the amazingly sober and rational analysis. Stay for the time David talks about how the youths are dealing with the “sexual marketplace”.
Do the Democrats have a Project ‘28 in the works? They should, along with a timeframe for what needs to be accomplished quickly to undue what Trump is doing to our government and the country. This might be a good topic for a future podcast.
How amazing it is for the US Supreme Court to forget that their country’s first claim to independence was to reject the rule of a king. Indeed, their support of Mr. Trump’s policies, under cover of a pseudo-historical analysis, would allow him to make, if he had a scintilla of culture, the statement stated above.
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The show often tackles high-stakes geopolitical and domestic political questions, weaving together rigorous historical context, economic analysis, and sharp policy critique. Episodes frequently feature prominent journalists, policymakers, and academics who offer on-the-ground reporting, legal theory, or macroeconomic perspectives, with discussions ranging from U.S. foreign policy and constitutional questions to global economics and democratic norms. A notable pattern is the blend of sober analysis with literary or cultural references to illuminate complex issues, creating conversations that aim to inform listeners who want depth, nuance, and practical takeaways for public discourse, policy, or business strategy. A standout trait is the host... more
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3. Jeffrey Goldberg
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