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The Back Room with Andy Ostroy

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The Back Room with Andy Ostroy presents a humorous, honest take on politics and pop culture featuring notable guest interviews, a shit-ton of righteous indignation, and rip-roaring repartee with co-producers Matty Rosenberg and Jen Hammoud. We're havin' a ball, and so will you! Got somethin' to say?! Email us at BackroomAndy@gmail.com Leave us a message: 845-307-7446 Twitter: @AndyOstroy Produced ... more

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Jon Michaels is a UCLA professor of law specializing in constitutional and national security law. His award-winning scholarship has appeared in the Yale Law Journal, University of Chicago Law Review, and Harvard Law Review, and he has written popula... more

Jake Tapper wrote the bestselling nonfiction book The Outpost: An Untold Story of American Valor, which was turned into a critically acclaimed film in 2020, and two New York Times bestselling novels, The Hellfire Club and The Devil May Dance. He is a... more

Congressman Jamie Raskin represents Maryland’s 8th Congressional District. He is the Ranking Member of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability. he was the lead impeachment manager in Donald Trump’s second impeachment trial and served on t... more

Brian Crano & David Joseph Craig are a married writer/director duo: David began his career as a writer and performer at the Upright Citizens Brigade in New York City and has worked with director Joel Edgerton for over a decade producing and acting in... more

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Jamie Raskin
Congressman representing Maryland's 8th Congressional District and ranking member of the House Committee on Oversight and Accountability.
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Rep. Jamie Raskin on the Trump/Musk Break-Up, the Big Ugly Bill, Antisemitism, and his "BiPAWtisan" Bark Act!
Alec MacGillis
ProPublica writer and award-winning journalist
ProPublica
Episode: Alec MacGillis on Trump, DOGE, Musk and the Assault on Data
Deja Foxx
Candidate for the Arizona 7th Congressional District and activist
None mentioned
Episode: Deja Foxx on her Campaign for the Open Seat in Arizona 7th Congressional District
Deborah Archer
President of the ACLU and tenured professor at New York University School of Law
ACLU
Episode: Deborah Archer on the ACLU, Trump 2.0 and her Terrific New Book on Transportation Infrastructure and Racial Inequality
Jake Auchincloss
Congressman representing Massachusetts 4th District
United States Congress
Episode: Rep. Jake Auchincloss on Trump 2.0 Corruption, DOJ Weaponization, Harvard, the Budget Bill, Tarrifs, and More
Dr. Fiona Hill
Senior Fellow at the Brookings Institution, former Deputy Assistant to the President
Brookings Institution
Episode: Dr. Fiona Hill on Russia, Putin, Ukraine, and Trump 2.0's Dangerous Foreign Policy
Dr. Alexander Vindman
Retired US Army Lieutenant Colonel, former Director for European Affairs on the National Security Council, and author
Institute for Informed American Leadership
Episode: Dr. Alexander Vindman on his New Book, Donald Trump and U.S. Foreign Policy, the Attacks on Due Process and More!
Jahana Hayes
Connecticut Congresswoman for the 5th District, former history teacher, and 2016 National Teacher of the Year.
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: CT Rep. Jahana Hayes on the Impact of Trump's Tariffs, Trade Wars, Spending Cuts, Attacks on Universities, and Overall Chaos
Ro Khanna
California Congressman representing the 17th Congressional District.
United States House of Representatives
Episode: CA Rep. Ro Khanna On Trump 2.0's Chaos And Destruction And His Red District Town Hall Road Show

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Andy Ostroy
Host with a humorous, honest take on politics and pop culture, known for engaging lively discussions with guests and co-producers.

Reviews

3.9 out of 5 stars from 280 ratings
  • Michael Steele is 100% correct!

    Michael Steele is the voice of reason in a news media that has gone completely insane.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    laurainminnesota
    United States5 months ago
  • Humorous

    Modi Rosenfeld was delightful. The show was a break from politics. I wish to see him in one of his shows.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    I love stand up comedy
    United States6 months ago
  • Great

    Great

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    pamriyfitz
    United States6 months ago
  • Ron Reagan

    Love Ron Reagan. Been missing him!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Burdyblue
    United States7 months ago
  • New here

    I just stumbled on this after seeing a short tik tok Andy did. I was intrigued, and really enjoyed the interview with George Conway. I liked the interview with Andy Richter a lot: can’t wait to binge more.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    crazycatkatie
    United States8 months ago

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The show is viewed as a refreshing take on the political commentary landscape, often injecting humor into serious topics.
The camaraderie among hosts and the lively nature of conversations keep audiences coming back for more.
Listeners appreciate the humorous yet honest discussions and the quality of guests featured.
The show's engaging format and the host's knack for asking meaningful questions have been well-received.
Some criticism exists regarding the depth of some interview topics, though many find the overall content enlightening.

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Rep. Jamie Raskin on the Trump/Musk Break-Up, the Big Ugly Bill, Antisemitism, and his "BiPAWtisan" Bark Act!
Q: Is Musk right? Do you believe Trump's actions these past four months constitute impeachable offenses?
Raskin argues that Trump's actions in inciting violent insurrection and organizing attempts against the electoral process are indeed impeachable.
Alec MacGillis on Trump, DOGE, Musk and the Assault on Data
Q: Has Musk and Doge succeeded in their promised federal spending cuts?
In terms of their stated aims, they have fallen dramatically short, mostly failing on actual savings while successfully demoralizing the bureaucracy.
Alec MacGillis on Trump, DOGE, Musk and the Assault on Data
Q: Is there an effort regarding already collected data?
Yes, some existing data sets have been taken down or are no longer easily accessible, impacting prior research and understanding.
Alec MacGillis on Trump, DOGE, Musk and the Assault on Data
Q: What has been happening to that data under Trump 2.0?
There has been a striking decrease in data collection efforts, with some being halted due to budget cuts and ideological reasons.
Alec MacGillis on Trump, DOGE, Musk and the Assault on Data
Q: Can you give us just a brief overview of how the government collects data?
The government collects data through various agencies and departments to track program efficacy and societal functions such as health and environment.

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This podcast offers a blend of humor and candid discussions on topics related to politics and pop culture, often featuring notable guests. It emphasizes themes of political engagement, integrity, and social justice, with hosts expressing strong views on current events and the political landscape. Episode content frequently touches on the struggles within democracy, economic inequality, and civic rights, making it a platform for engaging commentary and diverse perspectives. The lively repartee among the hosts and guests further enhances the entertaining yet informative atmosphere, appealing to listeners who appreciate a mix of levity and serious discussion regarding today’s pressing issues.

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Recent guests on The Back Room include:

1. Jamie Raskin
2. Alec MacGillis
3. Deja Foxx
4. Deborah Archer
5. Jake Auchincloss
6. Dr. Fiona Hill
7. Dr. Alexander Vindman
8. Jahana Hayes

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