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The Dishcast with Andrew Sullivan

Andrew Sullivan
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Ben is a writer and political adviser. He served as a deputy national security advisor and speechwriter to Obama for both terms. He’s currently a co-host of “P... more

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Bill is a historian. He currently teaches at the University of Texas, where he holds the Jack S. Blanton Sr. Chair in History. He’s the author of more than 30 ... more

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Harvey is a political philosopher. He’s been on the faculty at Harvard since 1962, and he’s currently the William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Government. His 13 ... more

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Jerusalem is a journalist and entrepreneur. She’s a former staff writer at The Atlantic and a former policy writer and podcaster at Vox. Last year she founded ... more

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Recent Guests

H. W. Brands
Historian, University of Texas professor, author of Washington biography
University of Texas at Austin
Episode: HW Brands On George Washington And Power
Harvey Mansfield
William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Government at Harvard University
Harvard University
Episode: Harvey Mansfield On Machiavelli And Modernity
Jerusalem Demsas
Journalist and entrepreneur, founder of The Argument on Substack
The Argument / Substack
Episode: Jerusalem Demsas On Liberalism And The Dems
Adrian Wooldridge
Columnist, author, veteran of The Economist
The Economist; Bloomberg Opinion
Episode: Adrian Wooldridge On Liberalism's Genius
Tom Junod
Author and journalist discussed in-depth his memoir and father figure
Senior writer at ESPN (as noted in transcript)
Episode: Tom Junod On Masculinity And His Dad
Greg Lukianoff
President of FIRE (Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression)
Foundation for Individual Rights and Expression (FIRE)
Episode: Greg Lukianoff On Free Speech Fights
Derek Thompson
Writer and editor, long-time The Atlantic contributor; author and Substack creator
The Atlantic; Plain English (Substack)
Episode: Derek Thompson On Meaning In Our Web World
Tom Holland
Historian, translator, and podcaster; author of Rubicon, Persian Fire, and Dominion
Historian and author
Episode: Tom Holland On Our Christian World
Jonah Goldberg
Journalist, author, blogger, former National Review Online contributor
The Dispatch; National Review; The Corner
Episode: Jonah Goldberg On Conservatism, Blogging, Dogs

Host

Andrew Sullivan
Host of The Dishcast focusing on liberal and public policy discussions; long-form conversations with politicians, journalists, historians, and thinkers.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.3k ratings
  • Ideologically Blind

    Repeatedly falls short as a credible thinker due to ideological blindness

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Lucite75
    Israel2 months ago
  • Stop talking/shouting over your guests

    Good content, high intellectual engagement on important topics. Sometimes gets a bit trivial (does anyone want to know that the host gets high and goes to leather events etc?) and Andrew’s interview style isn’t just often hectoring it verges often on bullying (see Eli Lake episode). Sometimes suspiciously aggressive on immigration (why the fixation on “non-white immigration?) and appears to be stridently anti-Israel.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    Stickstonan
    United States3 months ago
  • Disappointed

    Found this podcast by way of the Eli Lake episode on Iran. Subscribed. Made it halfway through the first episode and I’m unsubscribed again. Disappointed to here Andrew Sullivan, who I have taken to be deserving of respect, peddle the same garbage conspiracies about Israeli control of US policy as the lunatics on the far left and right.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    dadthemad
    United States3 months ago
  • Interrupts constantly

    Wanted to listen to the Eli Lake convo but he could barely get a thought out without Sullivan interrupting

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Kodys_ex_wives
    Canada3 months ago
  • A fan but…

    … I’d enjoy this podcast much more if Andrew could ask shorter, single idea questions and interrupt his guests a little less. Take a leaf out of Tyler Cowen’s book?

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Lifeclearout
    United Kingdom4 months ago

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Several reviews mention high intellectual engagement and valuable policy discussions, despite occasional polarizing moments.
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#146
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#242
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#75
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#114
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Talking Points

Recent interactions between the hosts and their guests.

HW Brands On George Washington And Power
Q: Tell me then, what did your parents do?
My father was a self-employed businessman; my mother taught elementary school and later stayed home to raise four children and be involved in various activities.
Jerusalem Demsas On Liberalism And The Dems
Q: What is liberalism?
Liberalism is a political tradition that centers individual freedom as the core value, while also recognizing the need for institutions and duties that enable people to exercise that freedom, including education, health, and a functioning state.”
Adrian Wooldridge On Liberalism's Genius
Q: Where did your interest in liberalism start, and how has your view evolved since your early education in grammar schools?
The conversation traces a journey from the clash of meritocracy and education through the 1980s to a broader liberal framework that emphasizes individual development, cultural continuity, and cautious reform, showing how personal background informs global political thinking.
Greg Lukianoff On Free Speech Fights
Q: Let's talk about your dad. We normally start with family. So tell me, where did you, where were you born? And where did you grow up?
Greg explains he was born in Manhattan, grew up in Danbury, Connecticut, and describes a diverse, immigrant-influenced neighborhood that shaped his views on individuality and authority.
Tom Holland On Our Christian World
Q: What sparked your interest in Romans and early Christianity, and how did that lead to your exploration of their impact on modern life?
The guest explains how studying the Romans and the crucifixion as a symbol helped him see Christianity as a transformative upheaval with lasting aftershocks in Western civilization.

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

A sharp, policy-forward interview series that centers on big ideas in liberalism, democracy, and culture, often threading through immigration, economics, free speech, and the media landscape. Guests range from politicians and journalists to historians and scientists, with conversations that push for careful reasoning, historical context, and nuanced moral questions. Noteworthy is the penchant for cross-cutting perspectives—from centrist and liberal traditions to conservative critique—delivered through long-form, thoughtful dialogue that frequently engages with current events, policy trade-offs, and the responsibilities of public discourse. The show often blends personal narratives with rigorous analysis, producing discussions that feel both... more

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