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Latest Episodes

AI Doomerism. Trump Loves AI. GOP: Self-police.

Mail-in Voting OK. Fed Raises Rates.

Vance: Give US Another Chance. GOP Latino Backlash.

GOP Senate Panic. Gas/Deisel Up.

Hegseth in Crosshairs. Don Jr.’s Russian Wedding.

Demolish The Kennedy Cen... more

In this episode, New York Times Reporter, Jonathan Swan and Bill discuss the insights from Swan's book “Regime Change, Inside Donald Trump’s Imperial Presidency,” exploring the inner workings of Donald Trump's presidency, the concept of regime change... more

Trumpapalooza in Dallas...For Dems. Some GOP Candidates Stay Away. Trump Promises $5,000 if GOP Wins. GOP Running on Fear. $45,000 to Natalie Harp. Fetterman is now Joe Manchin. Iran Quagmire Continues. 9/11 25th Anniversary. AI and Data Centers Fear... more

Bill discusses concerns that Donald Trump may interfere with the upcoming November 3 midterm election, focusing on attacks on mail-in voting and broader threats to a free and fair process. Virginia Kase Solomon, CEO of Common Cause, describes how all... more

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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
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.
Rick Pluta
Veteran political reporter for Michigan Public Radio Network
Michigan Public Radio Network
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.
Rachel Schilke
Congressional reporter
Bloomberg Government
Episode: "Stuck in some weird holding-pattern." The Reporters' Roundtable. July 24, 2026.
Ben Wikler
Former Democratic state chair of Wisconsin, author
Author of This Is the Plan
Episode: The Plan: How each of us can save our Democracy. With Former Wisconsin Democratic Chair, Ben Wikler.
Igor Bobic
Senior Reporter
Notus
Episode: "Generally speaking, this is not great." The Bill Press Pod Reporters' Roundtable. July 17, 2026.

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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 667 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 States7 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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Critiques often target pacing or perceived bias in roundtable debates, with appreciation for transparency in sponsor messaging.

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Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy. With Tech Journo Gil Duran
Q: Are there any hopeful signs or movements you think could drive change?
Yes, organic protest movements opposing data centers and surveillance, plus bipartisan recognition of the risk, along with younger generations demanding accountability, offer a path forward to reassert democratic control over technology.
Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy. With Tech Journo Gil Duran
Q: What role do you see for Congress or public activism in countering this trend?
Congress needs to acknowledge the threat, enact oversight on tech monopolies and surveillance programs, and support movements that push back against the undue influence of data-centered power; change will come from organizing and educating the public.
Silicon Valley Fascism and the War on Democracy. With Tech Journo Gil Duran
Q: Gil, what do you see as the core mechanism by which tech billionaires threaten democracy?
They leverage immense wealth to influence policy, finance crypto-driven campaigns, and push narratives that favor rapid tech acceleration, while building private governance structures like data centers and proposed 'freedom cities' that erode traditional democratic authority.
Four Crucial Senate Races: Michigan’s Bitter Primary, Ohio’s Battleground, Texas Upset Watch, and Maine’s Collins Challenge.
Q: How is Sherrod Brown positioned in Ohio, and how might Amy Acton factor into the race?
Brown has broad crossover appeal, while Acton's candidacy injects a fresh, anti-establishment energy that could help Democrats mobilize voters; however, the dynamic remains fragile and highly dependent on polling and fundraising.
Four Crucial Senate Races: Michigan’s Bitter Primary, Ohio’s Battleground, Texas Upset Watch, and Maine’s Collins Challenge.
Q: What's your take on the Michigan Democratic primary dynamics between El-Sayed and Stevens?
The race is deeply competitive with a strong progressive base for El-Sayed and establishment backing for Stevens, raising questions about post-primary unity and how the general election coalition will form.

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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. Alex Seitz-Wald
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7. Rachel Schilke
8. Ben Wikler

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