
Who are The Best People? They’re the most magnetic and engaging people in the room; the ones who know how to get that extra something out of every collaboration, connection, and endeavor. These people are the best at what they do and know how to bring out the best in others. Now, in an era of social and political upheaval, The Best People share lessons that we can all use. Listen as Nicolle Wallac... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 90 | Founded | a year ago |
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Aaron Sorkin is acutely aware of the criticism that his work is too optimistic — and with “The Social Reckoning,” he’s doubling down. “I just like when an audience feels two inches taller than they did when they walked in,” he tells Nicolle. The Osca... more
If Michael Lewis has a superpower, it’s the ability to make anything — even the most esoteric subject — interesting. Now, one of the country’s biggest nonfiction writers is tackling Elon Musk, DOGE, his attempts to gut the federal government — and th... more
Judge Esther Salas knows what it’s like to overcome a dark moment. On July 19th, 2020, the U.S. district judge suffered a devastating loss: a man who had been a plaintiff in her court years prior murdered her only son and severely injured her husband... more
Anthony Scaramucci has stories to tell. He joins Nicolle for this special episode as part of the new “Nicolle Wallace Presents: 92NY on MS NOW” series to discuss the roots of our political divisions: the uniquely American conditions that allowed Trum... more
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Listen closely to the interview and you hear grand ideas about what the Democrats have to do but nothing about how to do. Once you consider the track record of the Democrats accomplishing next to nothing when they have controlled Congress in the past be ready for a blue wave of ineptitude!
Enjoyed this discussion!!! AI agents have started their own lord of the flies story.
I love this pod, Deadline Whitehouse,Impolitic… the two of you as individuals and as each other’s realms are part of my love and joy.
Listened to the episode with John H today. You asked him how this ends for Trump and he identified several ways he could try to avoid leaving the WH. I think there is one more you may not want to consider: Ceaușescu.
Let him finish his thoughts.
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The conversations center on democracy, the rule of law, and how institutions respond to polarization and misinformation. Episodes frequently feature high-profile guests—from lawmakers and former intelligence officials to historians, journalists, and political commentators—discussing voting rights, accountability, leadership under pressure, and the role of media in public discourse. Noteworthy angles include the tension between national security and civil liberties, the power of storytelling and narrative in politics, and a persistent focus on truth-telling as a civic duty. The format often blends personal experiences with policy analysis, aiming to illuminate practical paths for safeguarding democracy and encouraging civic engagement, while... more
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2. Pete Buttigieg
3. Ted Boutrous Jr.
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6. Julia Curlee
7. Chris Hayes
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