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Former Labor Secretary Robert Reich exposes where power lies in our system — and how it's used and abused. robertreich.substack.com

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Friends,

Today we celebrate, toast America, and try to explain what happened this week. It wasn’t the inevitable midterm swing of the pendulum against the party in power, or the economy, or even just Trump. It was anti-establishment fury at a rigged... more

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Friends,

It’s the day after a historic midterm election. I took some time with my colleagues Heather Lofthouse and Vishal Shankar to debrief, unpack the election results, and talk about where we go from here. Thanks for joining us.

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Three days before the beginning of the end of Trump and all he stands for — let us hope and pray — Heather and I take a close look at what the midterm elections hold, what Trump is doing (and trying to do) to undermine them, what Elon Musk... more

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My good friend Anand Giridharadas is out with a wonderful new book, Man in the Mirror, and today I had an opportunity to talk with him about it. One of the things I enjoy most about talking with Anand is how his mind works. He always sees the larger ... more

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Anand Giridharadas
Journalist, writer and public philosopher
Episode: In Conversation with Anand Giridharadas
Kamau Bell
Comedian, television host, and author
Episode: Trump’s Midterm Madness | The Coffee Klatch for Saturday, October 17, 2026
Robert Reich
Former U.S. Labor Secretary and commentator
Episode: Trump’s Midterm F*ck-up | The Coffee Klatch for Saturday, October 10, 2026
Timothy Snyder
Professor of Modern European History, chair in the Modern European History at the University of Toronto's Munk School of Global Affairs
University of Toronto
Episode: In Conversation with Timothy Snyder: On Tyranny, Trump, and the Midterms
Naomi Klein
Author and activist invited to discuss End Times Fascism and the Living World
Episode: In Conversation with Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor
Astra Taylor
Author and writer; co-author of End Times Fascism and the Fight for the Living World
Episode: In Conversation with Naomi Klein and Astra Taylor
Pieta Brown
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Pieta Brown (musician)
Episode: Trump’s War on Iran, Canada, and Us | The Coffee Klatch for August 29, 2026
Ian Cheney
Director of The Work in Progress
The Work in Progress film team
Episode: Trump’s War on Iran, Canada, and Us | The Coffee Klatch for August 29, 2026
Heather Cox Richardson
Historian
Inequality Media Civic Action (mentioned)
Episode: In Conversation with Heather Cox Richardson

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Heather Lofthouse
Co-host with recurring involvement across episodes, providing grounding and engagement with Reich's analyses.
Robert Reich
Host and central voice, delivering economic policy analysis and critique of power dynamics in politics.
Michael Lajonas Calderon
Guest host on several episodes, contributing policy discussion and analysis.

Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 498 ratings
  • Colorful MisInformation

    His talking points are tired and over-inflated. The lies are disturbing!

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    POWERUSER1394
    Canada15 days ago
  • Listen for opinion

    Listen to this podcast to understand Mr. Reich’s personal opinions and how they relate to his more analytical work. This podcast can suffer from “piling on” to the outrage against Trump—of which there is no shortage. When Mr. Reich delivers true insights they are valuable and helpful in understanding how the current administration is structurally undermining the US at home and abroad.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    east bay me
    United Statesa month ago
  • Hopeful!

    Thank you for giving me hope each week. I love the show! If you are unsure of whether to bring back the coffee klatch intro song may I suggest using the outro music for both sides of the podcast? It reminds me of me of a public radio cooking show music and calms my soul every time :)

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Elizabth29
    United States2 months ago
  • Yes, bring back the theme music. Please

    Yes, bring back the theme music. Please

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Heart Tender
    United States2 months ago
  • Dolly

    My dear Secretary Reich

    You were the first person I thought of when I learned of the passing today of Dolly.

    Please know you have my deepest heartfelt sympathies for the loss of such an amazing idol.

    It broke my heart that you didn’t get to meet Dolly.

    She will be in all of our hearts always.

    Your tribute on Substack brought me to tears.

    Kay NYC

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    Lee Esq
    United States3 months ago

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Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

In Conversation with Anand Giridharadas
Q: By seeing us in the mirror, by seeing ourselves in the mirror, is it your hope or expectation, Anand, that we will change, that we will start asking what we owe each other as members of the same society?
Giridharadas says that is the point: democracy depends on people sharing experiences, staying curious about one another and being willing to change through conversation.
In Conversation with Anand Giridharadas
Q: How do we face it?
Giridharadas says politics needs to account for the emotional experiences beneath people's positions, including stress, insecurity and the need to feel respected. Understanding those experiences can make political responses more effective and inclusive.
In Conversation with Timothy Snyder: On Tyranny, Trump, and the Midterms
Q: Do you think the Democrats taking back the House (and possibly the Senate) will meaningfully change the trajectory, or is the problem deeper and requires a broader social and political mobilization?
Even if Democrats gain majorities, meaningful change will depend on a broader coalition beyond party leadership—labor unions, civil society, and grassroots protest—working together with anti-corruption and redistribution policies to reframe power and rebuild public trust.
In Conversation with Timothy Snyder: On Tyranny, Trump, and the Midterms
Q: That is, how do you define what is superpower suicide? This is a term that you have used. How does Donald Trump exemplify superpower suicide?
Superpower Suicide means reducing the country's power by harmful foreign policies, dissolving alliances, and simultaneously eroding domestic power through attacks on education, research, and social mobility, which ultimately hollows out the state's capability to act and defend its interests.
In Conversation with Heather Cox Richardson
Q: Okay, so can I ask you something? Do you think the rise of abortion as an issue in the 70s was used strategically by movement conservatives to consolidate power?
Heather argues that the abortion issue helped mobilize evangelical voters and deepened gendered political divisions, contributing to the realignment and power shift observed from the 1970s onward.

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What is The Coffee Klatch about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A sharp, policy-forward conversation that centers on power, money in politics, and democracy in America, with a focus on how wealth concentration shapes policy, governance, and public discourse. Across episodes, the hosts dissect current events—from presidential dynamics and congressional action to media influence and civic engagement—blending rigorous analysis with accessible, often humorous, commentary. Notable throughlines include critiques of corporate influence, discussions of populist economic messaging, and practical calls to civic action, education, and media literacy. The format frequently pairs seasoned political analysis with on-the-ground honesty about everyday issues, making it a go-to for listeners who want grounded, long-form... more

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