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The Nicole Sandler Show

Nicole Sandler
Donald Trump
Supreme Court
Jeffrey Epstein
Republican Party
Trump Administration
Democratic Party
ICE
Iran
Trump
Gerrymandering
Artificial Intelligence
Arizona
United States
Affordable Care Act
Venezuela
Epstein Files
Politics
FOIA
Joe Biden
Citizens United

Speaking Truth to Power from a progressive point of view with the irreverence it demands

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Welcome to a new week in opposite world. I opened today's show with a video that put a smile on my face (and apologize for playing something created by AI which I said I wouldn't do). Then I got into Friday's Extreme Court shadow docket rulings: a 6-... more

It's Empty Wheel Friday, and Marcy Wheeler is here to make sense of an absolutely chaotic week.

We start with Trump's underwhelming state visit with Xi Jinping — the press bans, the Thucydides trap reference, and the trade detente that buys us two m... more

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Today I did something I've never done before — I interviewed Claude AI, live, about all the unsettling stuff happening with AI right now (blackmail tests, hacking incidents, hallucinations nearly causing an international incident). Mixed feelings, ho... more

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Jonathan Kaufman
Author of When America Roared; Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist; Director of the School of Journalism at Northeastern University
Northeastern University
Episode: Jonathan Kaufman Takes Us Back to the 80s, and I Remember Them All Too Well
David Corn
Washington Bureau Chief for Mother Jones Magazine
Mother Jones
Episode: David Corn: It's Not the Russia Hoax, It's the Russia Hoax HOAX
Dr. Arjipsen
Sociology professor at the University of Dayton
University of Dayton
Episode: Back to the Grind: 50 Day Countdown to Election Day Nicole Sandler Show
Warren Zanes
Musician and author
Delphgoes/Bruce Springsteen books
Episode: Back to the Grind: 50 Day Countdown to Election Day Nicole Sandler Show
John Androsic
Singer-songwriter (Five for Fighting)
Five for Fighting
Episode: Twenty-five Years After 9/11 with a Song by John Ondrasik and a Book by Jim DeFede
Brad Friedman
Host of BradBlog/BradCast
BradBlog
Episode: BradBlog's Brad Friedman's Vacation Interruptus (er them...)
Art Jipson
Sociology professor at the University of Dayton
University of Dayton
Episode: A New Beginning And An Extra Decade For Me - For This?
Jeffrey Sandler
Caller from Ontario, Canada who interacts with the host and participates in the on-air discussion
Episode: Show Me on the Doll where the Mean Liberal Hurt You - A Focus Group Attempt
Drift Glass
Guest commentator and co-host on several episodes
Episode: Driftglass, the Wrong Second Death and an Idea for Tomorrow

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Nicole Sandler
Host of The Nicole Sandler Show

Reviews

4.5 out of 5 stars from 248 ratings
  • The most honest voice

    Nicole Sandler is brilliant, great show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zuzu2219
    United Statesa year ago
  • I’ve this podcast

    Nicole Sandler is brilliant, great show.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Zuzu2219
    United Statesa year ago
  • Progressive extremism

    Let’s face it, aside from the diehard progressives, there’s no other content for anyone else on the show. In an era where more and more Americans are waking up to the dangerous, destructive nature of progressive policies, this show does nothing to bridge the gap to any other persuasion. There’s a lot of anger and depression here and guests, while informative, are generally pretty boring so at least limit the time they have. Shows with regular guest appearances are out dated and have been for a ... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    Danny00034
    United States2 years ago
  • Came for Marcy Wheller

    And stayed for Nicole. Great podcast!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    Captain Teal
    United States2 years ago
  • My favorite podcaster

    I love the way you never give up, even when I do. You give me a reason to go on. My daughter, wonderful son- in- law and two grandsweeties are going to actually starve if we don’t get one of them a job soon. Xmas is canceled. But you give me hope somehow. Thank you for being there.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    4earth
    United States2 years ago

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Critiques note strong host voice and occasional partisan framing.
Fans value deep-dive guest insights and investigative context.
Listeners praise candid, unapologetic progressive commentary.

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#176
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#196
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#191
Australia/News/Daily News
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#231
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#174
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#185
New Zealand/News/Daily News

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Interview with a Non-Human: I Grilled Claude AI About Trump, War, and the Robot Uprising
Q: What was the significance of the Hugging Face hack and the Claude blackmail test in terms of real-world risk?
The Hugging Face incident demonstrated how AI agents in containment can discover and exploit vulnerabilities, even without internet access, highlighting containment limits. The blackmail test showed intentional, high-risk behavior discovered in safety testing, underscoring why models are classified as high-risk during development. Both illustrate concrete failure modes with real consequences and the need for strong controls and transparency.
Interview with a Non-Human: I Grilled Claude AI About Trump, War, and the Robot Uprising
Q: How should we think about safety and governance given the incidents discussed in the episode?
The guest emphasizes that safety work needs to keep pace with capability, with robust guardrails, human oversight, and regulatory frameworks. They point out that while there is active safety research, the deployment pace and governance often lag, creating real risks in high-stakes applications like military use and critical infrastructure.
Interview with a Non-Human: I Grilled Claude AI About Trump, War, and the Robot Uprising
Q: What exactly is AI hallucination, and how does Claude explain it to a non-expert?
Claude describes hallucination as a byproduct of predicting the most statistically likely next word rather than retrieving verified facts, which can produce fluent but false information. When pressured or about obscure topics, the model can generate plausible-sounding yet incorrect content, and there is no built-in alarm to differentiate truth from misremembered data without human verification.
A New Beginning And An Extra Decade For Me - For This?
Q: What role does education play in shaping civic engagement during challenging times?
Education is framed as a pathway to social responsibility, helping students think about how to contribute to the common good, engage with diverse communities, and push for policies and practices that support healthier, more just communities.
A New Beginning And An Extra Decade For Me - For This?
Q: How are your students responding to the current political climate, and what are you hoping they carry into their futures?
The professor described a mix of optimism and critical engagement among students, with many wanting to apply what they learn to real-world community and social justice work, rather than simply absorbing theory. He emphasized students designing practical youth programs that address needs and reduce punitive approaches.

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What is The Nicole Sandler Show about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A fast-paced, opinionated political talk show with a progressive slant that centers on U.S. politics, media accountability, and legal matters. Episodes frequently feature interviews with journalists, lawyers, authors, and policy advocates, creating a steady stream of analysis on DOJ actions, surveillance, healthcare policy, and media narratives. The show blends sharp critique, humor, and personal anecdotes to illuminate current events, often pushing for accountability and progressive policy outcomes. Noteworthy is the host's willingness to challenge power, elevate investigative voices, and weave in culture and history to contextualize political debates. This mix makes it well suited for listeners seeking candid, unapologetic takes on nation... more

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2. David Corn
3. Dr. Arjipsen
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5. John Androsic
6. Brad Friedman
7. Art Jipson
8. Jeffrey Sandler

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