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The Contrarian Pod

The Contrarian
Donald Trump
Jeffrey Epstein
Texas
Tariffs
Inflation
Ghislaine Maxwell
Voting Rights Act
E. Jean Carroll
Justice Department
Federal Reserve
Supreme Court
American Men
Redistricting
Trump
Hurricane Katrina
Democracy
Consumer Price Index
Big Ugly Bill
Economic Reality
Masculinity

Jen Rubin and Norm Eisen bring you the best of The Contrarian's unflinching journalism to defend democracy—truthful, not neutral. Listen for political and legal analysis, uncompromising interviews, and steps for actionable resistance in defense of democracy. www.contrariannews.org

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For decades, American presidents have steered clear of all-out war against Iran. They know Iran would retaliate, cutting off oil, bombarding our Gulf state allies.

We’re now in a quagmire, oil prices are going sky-high, and our Gulf allies are under... more

For decades, American presidents have steered clear of all-out war against Iran. They know Iran would retaliate, cutting off oil, bombarding our Gulf state allies.

We’re now in a quagmire, oil prices are going sky-high, and our Gulf allies are under... more

Tuesday was primary day in Illinois, with races for Senate, Governor, and in the Chicago-area alone, four competitive house races.

There was also lots and lots of interest from dark money groups.

Jen and Norm had a chance to talk about all of that ... more

Jen caught up with one of our favorite guests on The Contrarian pod, Jeremy Ben-Ami. He’s the president of J Street, a center-left group that is pro-peace, pro-democracy, pro-Israel.

They talked about Trump’s disastrous war in the Middle East, AIPAC... more

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Chris Coons
U.S. Senator from Delaware
U.S. Senate
Episode: Sen. Chris Coons and Where We Go Next in Iran
Simon Rosenberg
Pollster, political analyst, organizer
N DN/Various political groups referenced in episode
Episode: A Big Legal Win Against Trump, the SAVE Act Hits the Senate, & Illinois Primaries
Jeremy Ben-Ami
President of J Street
J Street
Episode: Trump’s Middle East Disaster, AIPAC's Dark Money Meddling Continues and more
Zach Wahls
Candidate for U.S. Senate, former Iowa State Senator
Campaign for the U.S. Senate (Iowa)
Episode: How an Aspiring Senator and Current Congressman are Fighting Trump’s Corruption
Joe Neguse
Representative from Colorado
U.S. House of Representatives, Democratic Party
Episode: How an Aspiring Senator and Current Congressman are Fighting Trump’s Corruption
Jeff Merkley
U.S. Senator from Oregon, guest discussing constitutional authority on war
U.S. Senate
Episode: Sen. Jeff Merkley Wants to Stop Pouring More Money into Trump's War with Iran
G Elliot Morris
Political data analyst, polling and data journalism expert
Substack contributor, regular The Contrarian guest
Episode: Sen. Jeff Merkley Wants to Stop Pouring More Money into Trump's War with Iran
Terrance Woodbury
Pollster and strategist
Hit Strategies
Episode: Dems' Big Night, GOP's Rough Path Forward
Justin Wolfers
Economist and Professor at the University of Michigan
University of Michigan
Episode: Justin Wolfers on Tariffs, the Myth of Job Growth, the Reality of Racism

Hosts

Jen Rubin
Editor-in-Chief of The Contrarian, with a focus on unflinching journalism and actionable political analysis.
Norm Eisen
Co-host and legal expert who provides insights into political and legal ramifications of current events.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 39 ratings
  • Jen and justin

    I could listen to these 2 talk everyday. smart insight that’s missing everywhere in the news these days

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    sunwagon
    United Statesa month ago
  • April Ryan?

    Jen and Norm, I am a loyal Contrarian but April Ryan's interview of Susan Rice was an F. She used outdated phrases like "3rd world country" and was corrected by Susan. She was "gushing" at the beginning with statements like "you sure know how to start an interview". She is not ready for prime time and beneath Contrarian's consistently excellent interviews.

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    Marsheagle
    United States3 months ago
  • My regular dose of sanity and inspiration!

    My regular dose of sanity and inspiration!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Planewriting
    United States5 months ago
  • 8.5.25

    Yea! Jen is back doing a podcast again, thank you!

    Apple Podcasts
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    midwestBlue
    United States8 months ago

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Trump’s Middle East Disaster, AIPAC's Dark Money Meddling Continues and more
Q: But what if Iran keeps firing missiles after you say you've stopped?
The discussion highlights that simply signaling a stop without a viable exit strategy allows Iran to claim a victory by surviving, and stresses the necessity of a credible, actionable pathway out that minimizes further conflict and aligns with a broader strategy.
Trump’s Middle East Disaster, AIPAC's Dark Money Meddling Continues and more
Q: Tell us from the perspective of Israel, what is their end game here and what are their goals?
Israel's endgame, as described, involves complex aims including regional containment and maintaining leverage, but there is concern about long-term consequences, the risk of escalation, and the political calculations of leadership. The guest emphasizes the need to understand Israeli goals while recognizing that the U.S. should pursue a sustainable path that aligns with American interests and regional stability.
How an Aspiring Senator and Current Congressman are Fighting Trump’s Corruption
Q: Why would you want to go to the US Senate and how do you plan to address polarization?
The answer emphasizes listening to constituents, building cross-partisan coalitions, and being willing to challenge party lines when necessary to advance practical solutions for the middle class and rural states.
The Cost of War, an Unsteady Job Market, and the Labor Impacts of AI
Q: What could we do to help those folks? What's the policy agenda?
The guests discuss building an AI insurance framework, wage insurance, unemployment safeguards, and potential guaranteed jobs programs or childcare supports to protect workers and ensure a productive transition as AI changes the job landscape.
Sen. Jeff Merkley Wants to Stop Pouring More Money into Trump's War with Iran
Q: What challenges do you see in Republican support or opposition to the war?
There is a pattern of back-channel ambivalence among Republicans, with some privately expressing concern while publicly supporting the administration, reflecting fear of political backlash and the desire to align with a politically favorable narrative.

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This podcast offers incisive political and legal analysis aimed at defending democratic values. Frequent discussions revolve around current events, particularly those highlighting the erosion of government accountability, civil rights violations, and the actions of various political actors, especially under the Trump administration. The hosts engage in thoughtful interviews with experts, politicians, and activists, providing listeners not only with insights into the issues affecting democracy but also with steps for actionable advocacy. It is notable for its emphasis on community activism and a proactive stance against authoritarian tendencies.

Listeners can expect a blend of historical context and current political discourse, with recurri... more

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2. Simon Rosenberg
3. Jeremy Ben-Ami
4. Zach Wahls
5. Joe Neguse
6. Jeff Merkley
7. G Elliot Morris
8. Terrance Woodbury

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