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Sidney Blumenthal and Sean Wilentz, renowned political historians, invite you into their conversations with the most cutting edge and authoritative guests at the crossroads of political, history and the constitutional crisis.

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Sidney Blumenthal and Sean Wilentz speak with Peter S. Canellos, author of “Revenge for the Sixties: Sam Alito and the Triumph of the Conservative Legal Movement,” his extraordinary rise, close links to the Federalist Society, crusade against Roe v. ... more

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Sidney Blumenthal and Sean Wilentz are joined by author Peter Canellos to discuss Justice Sam Alito's legacy on the court and the destructive triump of the conservative legal movement.

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Sidney Blumenthal and Sean Wilentz review Trump’s lunacy, from his raging against leaders of the Western alliance to Bruce Springsteen to Davy Crockett, Trump being proclaimed Jesus, and his endless freefall into madness.

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Sidney Blumenthal and Sean Wilentz investigate the firing of Attorney General Pam Bondi with Dave Aronberg, former Palm Beach State Attorney and Legal AF podcaster. We discuss her transformation into a MAGA fanatic, yet insufficiently vicious in her ... more

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Recent Guests

Leah Litman
University of Michigan Law Professor, author of Lawless
University of Michigan School of Law
Episode: Supreme Court Clashes Go Public as Shadow Docket Gets Exposed
Ian Buruma
Paul W. Williams Professor of Human Rights and Journalism at Bard College; author of Stay Alive and other works
Bard College
Episode: Trump's Strategy of Obedience Exposed
Caitlin Vogus
Senior Advisor for the Freedom of the Press Foundation and First Amendment Attorney
Freedom of the Press Foundation
Episode: Desperation Hits Trump White House as Iran War Failures Get Exposed
Seth Stern
Director of Advocacy for the Freedom of the Press Foundation
Freedom of the Press Foundation
Episode: Desperation Hits Trump White House as Iran War Failures Get Exposed
Sheldon Whitehouse
Senator from Rhode Island, ranking member of the Senate Judiciary Committee
U.S. Senate, Rhode Island
Episode: Trump’s Chaos Laid Bare on the Senate Floor
Rosa Brooks
Chair in Law and Policy at Georgetown University Law Center; Faculty Director of the Center for Innovations and Public Safety and the International Criminal Justice Initiative
Georgetown University Law Center
Episode: Trump White House Incompetence on Full Display
James Mann
Historian and author
Johns Hopkins University SAIS
Episode: Trump Runs in Fear as He has No Plan
Nina Burleigh
Journalist, historian, author
Newsweek, American Freakshow (Substack)
Episode: Trump Panics as Dark Past Surfaces at Worst Time
Nina Bureligh
Journalist and historian, author; consults on Epstein and Maxwell investigations
Journalist and author; Newsweek contributor
Episode: Trump DOJ Cover-Up Gets Worse with New Testimony

Hosts

Sidney Blumenthal
Co-host with deep expertise in American political history and analysis.
Sean Wilentz
Co-host and distinguished historian with extensive knowledge of American political structures and history.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 67 ratings
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    Nothing but TDS here

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    Have added your podcast to those I listen to frequently. Very much appreciated Sidney recently pointing out that dictator of Russia stands to be major beneficiary if current administration comes to rule over Greenland. Shankar Narayan has been one of very few in media (independent or otherwise) to point out that sea corridor passing from Greenland’s southern border and extending around both Iceland and th UK has always been a critically important strategic barrier to capacity of Russian to th... more

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Overall, the analytical and intellectual approach resonates well with audiences looking for substantive political commentary.
The engaging discussions with expert guests are frequently praised for their insight and relevance to current events.
Critics have noted a perceived bias in the podcast's commentary, particularly regarding contemporary political figures.
Listeners appreciate the in-depth historical context and political analysis provided.

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Trump's Strategy of Obedience Exposed
Q: What parallels do you see between historical Berlin and contemporary America in terms of public docility and propaganda?
Ian Buruma outlines how propaganda creates a sense of normalcy, how fear affects career and personal choices, and how parallels emerge in rhetoric around immigration and national identity, while cautioning against direct equivalence due to different historical contexts.
Trump's Strategy of Obedience Exposed
Q: What is the role of the public and elites in a society facing creeping authoritarianism, and how do people cope?
The guests discuss how ordinary people often withdraw into trusted circles and adopt coping mechanisms like humor to survive, while elites may rationalize staying and collaborating, which can taint their work and influence.
Trump’s Chaos Laid Bare on the Senate Floor
Q: Is there practical reform or accountability that could arise from these discussions?
Yes, through aggressive oversight of the DOJ, intelligence community, and political appointments, including scrutiny of contracts, wealth transfers, and the integrity of investigative processes, especially in relation to Epstein, Bondi, and related entities.
Trump’s Chaos Laid Bare on the Senate Floor
Q: How does the Epstein-Russia-Trump triangle influence public understanding of the president's actions?
The guest and hosts agree that interconnected investigations into Epstein, Russian ties, and political decisions reveal a pattern of influence-peddling and potential kompromat that can explain seemingly contradictory actions toward Russia and Ukraine.
Trump’s Chaos Laid Bare on the Senate Floor
Q: What areas should senators investigate regarding planning for and after the war, given the current political climate?
Whitehouse suggests examining for wag-the-dog motives, mismanagement of economic issues, and the Epstein-related disclosures to determine whether public attention was being redirected, while also probing White House assessments and communications.

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