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Latest Episodes

Blue Wave or Blue Tsunami. Polls Accurate?

GOP Ad Blitz Working? Senate Dems Cash Crunch.

“You can’t eat Road Salt.” Does Seniority Matter?

GOP Conceding NC and GA, Distancing From Trump.

Dems on Trams Rights and Focus on Cost, Care, Corruption.... more

Kai Bird joins the Bill Press Pod to discuss his biography of Roy Cohn, written with Susan Goldmark, and why Cohn still matters decades after his death. The conversation traces the direct line from McCarthy-era smear tactics to Donald Trump’s politic... more

GOP Delusional About Midterms. Ohio Race Gets Spicy.

Alaska Could Flip. Collins Holding on in Maine. Paxton Struggles.

Jobs Report Not Good for Trump. GOP Messaging Working?

Embarrassing (Sen.) Schmitt-show in Jack Smith Hearing.

Reflecting Poo... more

Bill speaks with clinical psychologist Dr. Vincent Greenwood about his book, Puppet on a String, and Greenwood’s argument that Donald Trump fits the criteria for clinical psychopathy. Greenwood explains his assessment process, why he says an in-perso... more

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Kai Bird
Author, American Scoundrel: Roy Cohn's Dark Journey from Joe McCarthy to Donald Trump
Author, Kai Bird & Susan Goldmark (American Scoundrel)
Episode: American Scoundrel, Roy Cohn’s Dark Journey from Joe McCarthy to Donald Trump
Vincent Greenwood
Licensed clinical psychologist, former Johns Hopkins/National Institutes of Health researcher, author of Puppet on a String
Washington Chapter for Cognitive Therapy; author of Puppet on a String
Episode: Donald Trump is a Psychopath.
Jonathan Swan
Co-author of Regime Change, New York Times journalist
New York Times
Episode: Regime Change. Inside Donald Trump’s Imperial Presidency. With co-author Jonathan Swan.
Virginia Solomon
CEO of Common Cause
Common Cause
Episode: Election Under Siege: Trump vs. Democracy with Virginia Solomon of Common Cause.
Robert Reich
Former Labor Secretary under Bill Clinton; professor and commentator
Former U.S. Labor Secretary; UC Berkeley/Harvard/Brandeis professor
Episode: "The Emperor Has No Clothes." With Clinton Labor Secretary Robert Reich.
Gil Duran
Author of The Nerd Reich, California journalist
Author, Journalist
Episode: Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy. With Tech Journo Gil Duran
Maria Recio
Political reporter for the Fort Worth Report and the Austin American-Statesman
Fort Worth Report; Austin American-Statesman
Episode: Four Crucial Senate Races: Michigan’s Bitter Primary, Ohio’s Battleground, Texas Upset Watch, and Maine’s Collins Challenge.
Andrew Tobias
State reporter for Signal Ohio
Signal Ohio
Episode: Four Crucial Senate Races: Michigan’s Bitter Primary, Ohio’s Battleground, Texas Upset Watch, and Maine’s Collins Challenge.
Alex Seitz-Wald
Deputy Editor of The Midcoast Villager; former NBC News national political reporter
The Midcoast Villager
Episode: Four Crucial Senate Races: Michigan’s Bitter Primary, Ohio’s Battleground, Texas Upset Watch, and Maine’s Collins Challenge.

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Bill Press
Host of The Bill Press Pod, with extensive background leading a political talk show and the Reporters' Roundtable segments.

Reviews

4.7 out of 5 stars from 668 ratings
  • Not that funny

    As a psychologist I enjoy the depth and breadth of discussions. There are frequently attention-getting stories of the week that are quite amusing. However, much of the time, during the first part of the podcast, Bills’s laughter is appallingly inappropriate to the context and can be disconcerting. Honestly, it sounds a bit thought-disordered.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Cathected
    United States8 months ago
  • Excellent Episide- March 1

    Update:

    Joe Cirincione speaks with confidence but is incorrect. The US did not run out incumbent and that is why Donald Trump has a 2nd term. Look at US history- incumbents win reelection unless we are in a recession. We are not in a recession thanks to Joe Biden.

    You guys may feel better thinking that incumbents losing globally indicates that Biden would have lost- but it’s only lazy speculation on your part. It may be your truth. But it’s not the truth.

    By allowing ageism to run their campaig... more

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    gigi11222
    United States2 years ago
  • Great pod with Rev Jim Wallis.

    He spoke so eloquently and hit the nail on the head. Thank you for having him on. My husband and I listened twice through the mention of his first day in South Africa with Bishop Desmond Tutu. We found some calm to ground us through a corrupt, authoritarian regime. Thanks again, always an interesting, thoughtful discussion.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alcornell
    United States2 years ago
  • Bill Press is a treasure- great interviews, informed content, and all by someone who really knows politics and current events!

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous
    United States2 years ago
  • Informative, Entertaining, and Vital

    Bill Press is a treasure- great interviews, informed content, and all by someone who really knows politics and current events!

    Audible
    5
    Anonymous User
    United States2 years ago

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Many listeners note the show's usefulness for understanding policy implications and campaign dynamics.
Listeners praise rigorous political analysis and diverse guest perspectives.
Feedback highlights thoughtful, personality-driven discussions with occasional strong opinions.
Critiques often target pacing or perceived bias in roundtable debates, with appreciation for transparency in sponsor messaging.

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American Scoundrel, Roy Cohn’s Dark Journey from Joe McCarthy to Donald Trump
Q: Why should anybody today care about Roy Cohn in light of a figure who died decades ago?
Bird argues that Cohn's methods and philosophy created a blueprint for modern political power—how to win by fear, control the narrative, and weaponize the press and the courts—making his influence persist long after his death.
Donald Trump is a Psychopath.
Q: What do you suggest we do about it?
Get accurate, legitimate information out there so Congress and cabinet can potentially react; inform the public about the condition and its implications for leadership.
Donald Trump is a Psychopath.
Q: Should there be a psychological exam for any candidate?
The guest argues that while unique, the situation may warrant consideration of psychological assessment in the context of safeguarding constitutional governance, though it cautions against overreach.
Donald Trump is a Psychopath.
Q: So is Donald Trump capable of doing the job as president of the United States?
Trump may execute performative aspects, but the psychopathy traits suggest serious governance difficulties and risk due to impulsivity, remorselessness, and a drive to dominate.
Regime Change. Inside Donald Trump’s Imperial Presidency. With co-author Jonathan Swan.
Q: What was the most surprising revelation you uncovered about the Trump presidency during your reporting?
The most surprising aspect was how aggressively the administration pursued symbolic projects and norm-busting actions, often with little regard for traditional checks, and yet with a surprisingly cohesive internal logic driven by a trusted inner circle.

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Frequently Asked Questions About The Bill Press Pod

What is The Bill Press Pod about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A political current-events program features roundtable discussions with veteran political reporters and a rotating cast of prominent guests. Episodes cover Capitol Hill dynamics, national security, foreign policy (Iran, Ukraine), domestic policy (education funding, voting integrity), and strategic messaging for elections. A signature blend of hard analysis, insider perspectives, and timely commentary makes it a useful source for listeners who want context on how Beltway decisions unfold and what it could mean for policy, markets, and public sentiment. Notable strengths include a recurring focus on grassroots organizing and democracy-building, plus frequent cross-talk among seasoned correspondents that surfaces multiple angles on a single is... more

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4. Virginia Solomon
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7. Maria Recio
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