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The Chuck ToddCast is back! If you're looking for smart, no-nonsense political conversation, you've come to the right place. The Chuck ToddCast goes beyond the headlines, featuring conversations with top reporters, insiders, and newsmakers from D.C. to the heartland. No scripts, no spin—just real discussions about what’s shaping our politics and why it matters.

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Chuck Todd and J.A. Adande sit down with longtime ESPN broadcasters Patrick McEnroe and Chris McKendry to go behind the scenes of Wimbledon. From Patrick's firsthand experience competing at the Championships to Chris's years anchoring ESPN's coverage... more

Chuck Todd argues Republicans and the White House are frantically trying to manufacture headlines about the past precisely because the actual news of the present is terrible for the GOP, and because the very issues that got Trump elected are the ones... more

Chuck Todd argues Republicans and the White House are frantically trying to manufacture headlines about the past precisely because the actual news of the present is terrible for the GOP, and because the very issues that got Trump elected are the ones... more

Kentucky Governor Andy Beshear — the popular two-term Democrat in a deep-red state and a name increasingly floated for 2028 — joins the Chuck Toddcast for a wide-ranging conversation that opens with Kentucky's famous Fancy Farm Picnic and the increas... more

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Danny Sullivan
Guest, political/media journalist
Episode: Chuck’s Commentary - Trump’s Destruction Of America’s Military Culture + Why Chuck Isn’t Worried About Trump’s Election Denialism
John Opdycke
Founder/leader of Open Primaries
Open Primaries
Episode: Full Episode - Trump Doubles Down On Election Conspiracies + Why Closed Partisan Primaries Are Terrible For Democracy
Tad Devine
Political strategist and author, featured in a discussion about leveling the claim and 2016 campaign messaging
Author of Leveling the Claim
Episode: Chuck’s Commentary - Promise Broken… The War In Iran Is Back On + The Democrats’ Platner Debacle
Carolyn Ryan
Managing Editor for Politics, The New York Times
The New York Times
Episode: Full Episode - Trump’s Corrupt Act Is Finally Wearing Itself Out + The New York Times & The Fight For Journalism In The Trump Era
Debbie Cox Bultan
Head of New Dem Leaders, centrist Democratic organizer
New Dem Leaders
Episode: Full Episode - Donald Trump Ruined America 250 By Making It About Donald Trump + Effective Governance Is The Winning Path for Democrats
Alvaro Bedoya
Former Commissioner of the FTC, Biden appointee
Federal Trade Commission
Episode: Interview Only w/ Alvaro Bedoya - The Fired FTC Commissioner Sounding the Alarm on Corporate Power
Zohran Mamdani
Democratic Socialist and NYC political figure
DSA / New York politics
Episode: Chuck’s Commentary - The Military Reveals Trump Has Been Lying About The Iran War + Why “Tax The Billionaires” Isn’t That Simple
Matt Bennett
Guest discussing Democratic politics and party dynamics
Center for American Progress (inferred from context)
Episode: Chuck’s Commentary - Hegseth’s Purges At The Pentagon Are A Five-Alarm Fire + Trump Is Making Governing Impossible For Republicans
Paul Taylor
Legendary political reporter, Washington Post; author of This Is Getting Old
The Washington Post
Episode: Interview Only w/ Paul Taylor - Did The Boomers Really Ruin Everything?

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Chuck Todd
Host of The Chuck ToddCast; NBC News veteran and Meet the Press alumnus; known for political analysis and long-form interviews.

Reviews

4.1 out of 5 stars from 3.3k ratings
  • The most reasonable voice in politics

    I never miss Chuck’s podcast. Gives an inside view of what is really discussed behind the scenes among both liberals and conservatives. Some say he’s a centrist - he calls himself an incrementalist. I appreciate he is always digging for the truth.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SarahFayBoston
    United States2 months ago
  • Love this podcast

    This is one of my favorite podcasts. Though I don’t always agree with everything Chuck says, I appreciate his reasoning behind it. And I appreciate he doesn’t expect us to agree with everything the says. In fact, he invites conversations with people he may not agree with. There are a lot of ads, as others mentioned, but those don’t bother me because I skip them. I learn something new every episode which helps in my conversations about the world. Thanks Chuck!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Mae0014
    United States2 months ago
  • Please get some new ads

    Like many have already said, too many of the same commercials every 20 minutes of Chuck. Been listening to Cindy Crawford complain about how people give her bad compliments for a year now.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    morty from des moines
    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 States2 months ago
  • Cassidy

    Cassidy might be your friendly acquaintance but he irreparably ruined the health of this country and the world by confirming Kennedy. That is an unforgivable offense.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Raj Fan
    United States2 months ago

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Great guest Rolodex and conversations that pull in insider perspectives.
Episodes can be long; pacing and ads are noticeable but content remains solid.
Thoughtful, accessible political analysis that explains complex issues for non-experts.
Praises for data-driven polarization discussions and in-depth interviews with policymakers.
Some listeners wish for tighter editing and fewer ads.

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#109
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Full Episode - Trump Doubles Down On Election Conspiracies + Why Closed Partisan Primaries Are Terrible For Democracy
Q: Can reform efforts translate into real political power, or are they mostly aspirational?
Reform is gradual and multifaceted, combining legal changes, cultural shifts, and strategic campaigning to gradually expand access and influence beyond traditional party lines.
Full Episode - Trump Doubles Down On Election Conspiracies + Why Closed Partisan Primaries Are Terrible For Democracy
Q: What is the core problem with the current primary system and how could Open Primaries help?
Open Primaries would allow independents to participate in primaries, broadening the voter base and potentially producing more representative candidates by reducing extreme, highly partisan outcomes.
Interview Only w/ John Opdycke - Why Closed Partisan Primaries Are Terrible For Democrac
Q: What success has Open Primaries seen recently?
A notable success is the New Mexico change, where the law was changed and independents gained voting rights, with 11% turnout in the first primary as a milestone toward broader participation.
Interview Only w/ John Opdycke - Why Closed Partisan Primaries Are Terrible For Democrac
Q: What has been a major strategic challenge for reformers?
A major challenge is balancing policy advocacy with credible, mass-market messaging that builds trust with the general public, rather than relying solely on data and ideological arguments.
Chuck’s Commentary - How Lindsey Graham Should Be Remembered + When Moderates Fail…The Radicals Ascend
Q: Gary R. asks why high-profile interviews often dodge tough questions and whether access journalism harms accountability.
The host defends a balanced approach, arguing for a mix of tough questions when needed but also times when a lighter approach helps reveal inconsistencies without turning interviews into clashes.

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What is The Chuck ToddCast about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, policy-forward show that blends deep-dive political analysis with interview-based conversations featuring reporters, insiders, and high-profile guests. Episodes commonly tackle current election dynamics, party strategy, and governance challenges, often weaving in data-driven segments on polarization, open primaries, and institutional reform. The tone is no-nonsense and informed, with guest conversations spanning former policymakers, economists, AI governance experts, and notable cultural voices, plus regular sponsor reads that maintain a lifestyle-focus between debates and interviews. A notable strength is the mix of long-form interviews, timely political commentary, and data-backed perspectives on complex issues, which can help li... more

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2. John Opdycke
3. Tad Devine
4. Carolyn Ryan
5. Debbie Cox Bultan
6. Alvaro Bedoya
7. Zohran Mamdani
8. Matt Bennett

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