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The Lincoln Project's "The Breakdown" is a weekly political commentary show hosted by Rick Wilson and Maya May. The show features analysis of current events, interviews with political figures, and commentary on the 2020 presidential election and the Trump administration.The show's hosts are both experienced political operatives and commentators. Wilson is a Republican strategist who has worked for... more

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Scott McFarland
Journalist; founder of Day Ahead newsletter
Day Ahead
Episode: Fighting Back Against Misinformation
Count Binface
UK political figure running against Nigel Farage
Independent/UK political scene
Episode: August 6, 2026 | Hosts: Maya & Rick Wilson
Jeff Timmer
Senior Advisor at The Lincoln Project
The Lincoln Project
Episode: Trump's Reflecting Pool Case Goes Down the Drain
Stephen Cash
Former intelligence professional; executive director of Steady State
Steady State
Episode: If Countries Around the World Can Stand Up to Their Leaders, We Can, Too
Tara Palmeri
Author of The Red Letter Substack and host of The Tara Palmeri Show
The Red Letter; The Tara Palmeri Show
Episode: The Economy Stinks & Todd Blanche in Limbo
Pete Dominic
Comedian and political commentator
Episode: Trump Bombs at the White House Correspondents' Dinner
Michelangelo Signorelli
Political commentator and host of the Michelangelo Signorelli show on SiriusXM Progress 127
SiriusXM Progress 127
Episode: Hegseth's & Vance's Very Rough Week
Donna Ladd
Founder, Mississippi Free Press
Mississippi Free Press
Episode: Our Elections Are Under Attack
Eric Michael Garcia
Washington Bureau Chief with The Independent; author of We're Not Broken, Changing the Autism Conversation
The Independent
Episode: Why Dems Want a Fight over Mitch McConnell's Seat

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Rick Wilson
Co-host, veteran political operative and commentator providing sharp, partisan analysis.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 123 ratings
  • Really?

    We are talking about the reflecting pool? The reflecting pool? This is what’s important? Good god. We are lost. Please focus. FOCUS!!!!!

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    Insomniac in London
    United Kingdom2 months ago
  • Please, no more Take your Baby to Work podcasts.

    Love kids but can’t take the background noise. You can’t be serious.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    xxxfor_Petes_sake
    United States2 months ago
  • Paxton

    I believe Paxton will beat Talarico, until I see different.

    “If I owned Texas and Hell, I would rent Texas and live in Hell.”

    General Philip Henry Sheridan

    (Speech at Fort Clark, Texas, 1866)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Prometheus---
    United States3 months ago
  • Rick Wilson

    You Are Our Most Important Voice! Rick, please don’t leave us. Please don’t retire or go away - if you have to take a break take a break! Or you know, cut back. But do not say you’re leaving, please! 🙏🏻

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    5
    LLKoolJane
    United States4 months ago
  • Please adjust your volume

    3/3/26 Malcolm Nance’s volume was normal, medium high, while Rick’s was soft. Very difficult and annoying since I don’t want to miss one word.

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    xxxfor_Petes_sake
    United States5 months ago

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Some listeners note audio quality inconsistencies but praise the sharp analysis and guest diversity.
Listeners appreciate the frank, unvarnished take on current events and the practical political insight.
Feedback often highlights strong hosts' dynamics and willingness to challenge conventional narratives.
Audience values accountability and bipartisan accountability, with a demand for strong coverage of media and governance issues.

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#224
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Fighting Back Against Misinformation
Q: What's your take on the debt and accountability around January 6th and the broader threat to democratic norms?
Accountability is needed without endorsing retribution; there must be a balanced approach to restore norms and trust, including scrutiny of institutions like the DOJ and judiciary, while avoiding partisan weaponization.
Fighting Back Against Misinformation
Q: What is your view on how to respond to misinformation on election day and the days after?
Respond with diligence in sourcing, separate fact-based reporting from social media chatter, and ensure journalists and institutions are transparent about their work to preserve public trust during the critical voting period.
The Economy Stinks & Todd Blanche in Limbo
Q: What do you make of Trump's Michigan speech and the broader argument on tariffs and the economy?
Palmeri critiques the messaging as out of touch with daily financial realities, noting rising costs and the impact of tariffs on manufacturing and consumer prices, while suggesting that the rhetoric isn't resonating with a worried working class.
Hegseth's & Vance's Very Rough Week
Q: What's your take?
It was interesting because he wasn't at the onset, and even throughout the really, really wise ass Pete Hegseth. He kinda knew that, to your point, he needed to somehow convince them he needed this money, he needed to be a little more serious.
Hegseth's & Vance's Very Rough Week
Q: Mike, how are you doing?
I'm doing great. This is great. Being on this side, being, you know, the guy being asked the questions in a discussion with you.

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This show delivers sharp, opinionated political analysis anchored in current events, with frequent interviews of politicians, journalists, and policy-focused experts. Episodes cover Trump-era dynamics, governance, voting rights, redistricting, and national-security topics, often weaving international context (Israel, Ukraine) into domestic debates. The format blends brisk debate with memorable guest perspectives and candid takedowns of political actors, making it a go-to for listeners who want unapologetic, inside-baseball commentary and strategic political insights. A notable strength is its willingness to critique both parties and to bring long-form, first-hand experiences—from former officials to investigative reporters—into the discours... more

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4. Stephen Cash
5. Tara Palmeri
6. Pete Dominic
7. Michelangelo Signorelli
8. Donna Ladd

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