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The Chauncey DeVega Show is the official podcast of Salon.com politics writer Chauncey DeVega. On a weekly basis the show features a relaxed and free-form conversation with artists, authors, musicians, researchers, academics, journalists, activists, as well as Hollywood actors and directors.

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Jeffrey Stern
Award-winning journalist and author of The Warhead: The Quest to Build the Perfect Weapon in the Age of Modern Warfare
Author and journalist
Episode: Ep. 447: Trump's War of Choice Against Iran is Not a Video Game or Action Movie
Reverend Paul Raushenbush
President and CEO of the Interfaith Alliance; theologian and religious leader
Interfaith Alliance
Episode: Ep. 446: Taking a Holy Ghost Walk -- Honoring the Life and Legacy of Robert Duvall and His Iconic Film "The Apostle"
Steve Cash
Executive director of The Steady State, a nonprofit advocacy organization
The Steady State
Episode: Ep. 445: The Data Is Clear — A National Security Expert Assesses America's Slide into Authoritarian Rule
Heather McGhee
New York Times best-selling author and Chair of Color of Change.
Color of Change
Episode: Ep. 444: Heather McGhee on Racism, Zero-Sum Politics, and Why America Can't Have Nice Things
Thom Hartmann
America's number one progressive radio talk personality
Episode: Ep. 443: Despair Is Not an Option in 2026 -- Thom Hartmann on the Next Year of Trump 2.0
Rodney Barnes
TV screenwriter and producer, comic book writer, known for The Boondocks and Winning Time.
Episode: Ep. 441: From The Boondocks to Crownsville: Rodney Barnes Reflects on a Life in Storytelling
Mechele Dickerson
Arthur L. Moller Chair in Bankruptcy Law and Practice at the University of Texas at Austin School of Law
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: Ep. 440: The American Middle Class is Hanging On By a Thread in the Age of Trump
John J. Lennon
Prison journalist and author of "The Tragedy of True Crime"
Sing Sing Correctional Facility
Episode: Ep. 439: The Human Tragedy and Exploitation of the "True Crime" Genre
Carol Anderson
Robert W. Woodruff Professor of African American Studies and author of numerous books, including 'White Rage' and 'The Second'
Emory University
Episode: Ep. 438: America's Addiction to Gun Violence, Racism, and White Rage Will Be Its Downfall

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Chauncey DeVega
A politics writer and host known for his insightful interviews and social commentary on contemporary issues. Chauncey combines humor with serious reflections on race, politics, and society, providing a unique and engaging listening experience.

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4.7 out of 5 stars from 303 ratings
  • Terrible

    This show is poorly researched nonsense. This is where misinformation comes from.

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    19JLH80
    United States8 months ago
  • Great Guests You Won’t Hear Anywhere Else

    Great guests you won’t hear anywhere else, often providing thought-provoking, well-researched insights about the state of our American political culture or lack thereof. Sometimes Chauncey’s rants at the beginning of the show can get tiresome which is why I deducted a star.

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    4
    Wazer020362
    United States10 months ago
  • Chauncey ✊

    He’s a singular voice w passion. Giving us jewels ad-free. Plz donate to keep alive

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    judge tito
    United Statesa year ago
  • Chauncey is Deep and Wide and Fun, too

    If you see the one-star reviews from the MAGAts then you know Chauncey is doing it right! This program has so much depth and warmth, I always enjoy it and learn from it. It’s very honest and real…Genuine. Compassionate and passionate. It took me a few times to catch the vibe on the silly goofy moments but now I am good with his style. He will get down to the heart of the matter. I’ve heard many of his guests on other shows but he gets a different and better interview out of them because he is wi... more

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mistah HC
    United Statesa year ago
  • Left wing talking points

    One left wing talking point and smear after another. It’s boring to be honest with you. Inferior to conservative shows by a wide margin.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AlTomk
    United Statesa year ago

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Overall, the podcast garners gratitude from those who appreciate honesty, depth, and a focus on important societal issues.
Listeners appreciate the thought-provoking insights and the diversity of guests, often noting the unique perspectives that are hard to find elsewhere.
Some find the host's style and approach to certain topics resonate deeply with them, cherishing the blend of humor and serious discourse.
Critics express discontent over perceived political biases, with some reviews indicating that the content does not align with their viewpoints, particularly among conservative listeners.

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Ep. 447: Trump's War of Choice Against Iran is Not a Video Game or Action Movie
Q: Tell me a story. How did we go from World War II to these advanced weapons and the current state of warfare?
The guest traces a long arc from early weapons to modern precision munitions, explaining how techno-fetishization and the pursuit of more 'perfect' weapons have shifted warfare toward remote, high-tech engagement while distancing operators from ground reality, leading to moral and ethical distortions.
Ep. 446: Taking a Holy Ghost Walk -- Honoring the Life and Legacy of Robert Duvall and His Iconic Film "The Apostle"
Q: Did you ever meet Reverend Jesse Jackson or other figures connected to Bobby Duvall's world, and how did that influence your perspective?
Raushenbush describes attending a Chicago celebration with Reverend Jesse Jackson, noting formal face-to-face contact may not have happened, but the encounter helped anchor his sense of legacy and community.
Ep. 443: Despair Is Not an Option in 2026 -- Thom Hartmann on the Next Year of Trump 2.0
Q: What do you think is going to do to young people who've come of age in this era?
Hartmann reflects on how the current challenges may shock and impact young people's views and engagement in politics.
Ep. 443: Despair Is Not an Option in 2026 -- Thom Hartmann on the Next Year of Trump 2.0
Q: How are you managing this and carrying this with you?
Hartmann expresses faith in democracy and human nature and shares optimism about the future.
Ep. 441: From The Boondocks to Crownsville: Rodney Barnes Reflects on a Life in Storytelling
Q: How have you managed those big decisions?
Rodney explains that he considers his family in every big decision, thinking about the ramifications for them rather than acting on impulse.

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