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Lost Debate

The Branch
Donald Trump
Kamala Harris
Artificial Intelligence
Democratic Party
Trump Administration
Immigration
Education Reform
Supreme Court
Trump
Education
K-12 Education
Iran
Higher Education
Biden Administration
2024 Presidential Election
Tariffs
Joe Biden
Republican Party
Private Equity
2024 Election

Lost Debate is a weekly podcast from The Branch that brings you news, ideas, and arguments from around the political spectrum. We engage in the good-faith discussions that too much of our society and media miss. It's hosted by Ravi Gupta, a former Obama staffer turned school principal.

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What if everything you’ve been told about recessions is wrong? On this episode, Ravi Gupta sits down with economist Tyler Goodspeed to challenge the classic “boom and bust” narrative—arguing that downturns aren’t inevitable consequences of excess, bu... more

Ravi sits down with legendary music biographer Bob Spitz, who pulls back the curtain on rock’s biggest icons and the forces that made them endure. From secret blues records on military bases to the calculated creation of the “anti-Beatles,” they unpa... more

When Ravi Gupta was a struggling high school student, he pulled Jon Lee Anderson’s biography of Che Guevara off his mom’s bookshelf—and it became the first book that truly grabbed him, shaping how he saw the world. That personal connection sparks a w... more

Ravi Gupta breaks down what he sees as a major U.S. loss in Iran, arguing that Trump’s threats and ceasefire ultimately left Iran with more power and America with less. He also shares clips of Hasan Piker’s commentary, arguing that Democratic candida... more

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Recent Guests

Jon Lee Anderson
Reporter for The New Yorker who has chronicled Cuba and Che Guevara
The New Yorker
Episode: Cuba Libre?
Alexander Hurst
Author of Generation Desperation; former journalist
Author, Generation Desperation
Episode: How to Make and Lose a Million Dollars
Catherine Bracy
Founder and CEO of Tech Equity
Tech Equity
Episode: Iran Quagmire + AI Politics
Andrew Chow
Journalist at Time
Time Magazine
Episode: The People vs. AI
Michael Simon
Chief Strategy Officer at ZenCity, previously co-founder and CEO of Elucid
ZenCity
Episode: The Openclaw Revolution
Jason Green
Former lawyer at the Obama White House, founder of companies, and author of 'Too Precious to Lose'.
Episode: Wacky Economy, Epstein Fallout, Our Elders
Stephen Witt
Author of 'The Thinking Machine' and former contributor to The New Yorker and other major publications.
Episode: Pretti Killing, ICE Impunity, NVIDIA Dominance
Nicholas Niarchos
Author of the book 'The Elements of Power'
Episode: The Moral Cost of Phones
Laura K. Field
Writer and political theorist specializing in the American far-right populism.
Episode: Minnesota, Powell, MAGA Intellectuals

Host

Ravi Gupta
Host of Lost Debate and former Obama staffer, known for engaging discussions on political discourse and current events.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.2k ratings
  • Been Listening

    on and off for awhile and it was refreshing to listen to two old friends talk about their families, histories, choices, and moving forward tonight. And not just two old friends, but two gentlemen with everything awful going on around us right now. Thanks, guys. 👏🏼

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    alw61299
    United States3 months ago
  • Parroting Trump's line

    Apparently the release of the Epstein files will be damaging.. To who'm I wonder. What a hack.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    El Phantsmo
    United States3 months ago
  • What Happened?

    Long-time listener who’s disappointed to see this show lose its way. What used to be a reliably thoughtful and engaging hour is now dominated by the host talking about himself. Asking for listener reviews because there are no ads while delivering inconsistent episodes misses the mark.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    sr83mel
    United States4 months ago
  • What happened?

    This show used to be great and one of my faves. It even occasionally lived up to the name and was a debate, a lost art that is now so rare. But sadly it has turned into a vanity project for Ravi. All about Ravi. I know more about his cooking school and travels in italy than anything else. I gave 2 stars because there is an occasional good episode, but, “everything i know about health and fitness”, for example, that’s a skip. Never thought id say this but bring back rikki. At least it was a debat... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Maritime lolo
    Canada6 months ago
  • All Self Promotion

    This used to be one of my favorite shows because he brought real depth and nuance to important issues. Now, we go weeks without episodes, and when there is a new one, it’s just a reread of his personal substack. Take those rereads to therapy and bring us back the real Lost Debate.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    AB96Port
    United States6 months ago

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Listeners appreciate the podcast for its thoughtful and nuanced take on complex issues and current events.
There are concerns that the show has shifted from its original debate format, making it feel more one-sided to some.
The podcast is praised for its engaging host who presents informed insights and encourages open conversation.
Many enjoy the depth of discussion around societal challenges and political discourse, valuing the variety of guests.
Some critics believe it has become more self-promotional, missing its earlier strengths in debate.

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Talking Points

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How to Make and Lose a Million Dollars
Q: What ultimately caused the decline and debt, and how did you get out of it?
A sequence of over-leveraged bets across SPACs, Lucid, and other bets, combined with chasing losses and a growing sense of desperation, led to substantial losses and a tax bill; negotiation with the IRS and a sustained pivot to journalism and writing helped move past the debt.
How to Make and Lose a Million Dollars
Q: How did you go from nearly nothing to over a million dollars in such a short time?
I started with a small amount, learned from online communities, and used leveraged options to amplify gains, but the approach was inconsistent and increasingly risky as I chased bigger numbers.
The People vs. AI
Q: What political responses are you seeing from national leaders in the Democratic Party concerning AI regulation?
Many candidates currently aim for a balanced approach, indicating support for American innovation without committing to industry favors,. Some are trying to take a middle route to avoid backlash while still showing support for innovation.
Pretti Killing, ICE Impunity, NVIDIA Dominance
Q: What makes Jensen Huang such an elusive character?
He is open about his competence and tech but uncomfortable discussing personal topics.
The Moral Cost of Phones
Q: Why is this move towards some of these green technologies actually not the moral win that we think it is?
Nicholas discusses that while we perceive technology as modern and incredible, the sacrifices made in raw material extraction reveal dark truths about exploitation and pollution.

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Recent guests on Lost Debate include:

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2. Alexander Hurst
3. Catherine Bracy
4. Andrew Chow
5. Michael Simon
6. Jason Green
7. Stephen Witt
8. Nicholas Niarchos

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