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Join Amy Walter, the celebrated editor-in-chief of the Cook Political Report, every other Tuesday, for conversations on the surprising — and often odd — times we live in. Amy brings her smart and sought-after insights on politics to a podcast that covers a range of subjects. What makes this moment interesting, unpredictable, and surprising? Amy will talk to people who live and breathe politics (li... more

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Election administration may not be the sexiest topic out there but it’s something many of us have started paying close attention to these days.

President Trump, who still refuses to accept the results of the 2020 election, has made influencing how ... more

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This is special edition of the Odd Years! Today, we bring to you Cook Political Report's other podcast: Editors Roundtable.

If you don’t know Editors Roundtable, it is a weekly conversation between Cook Political Report analysts where we discuss the... more

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It is not an exaggeration to say that Amy has been wanting to have our guest today, Carlos Odio, on this podcast for at least a year now. Carlos, co-founder of Equis Research, has a deep and nuanced understanding of a Latino voters, a group that gets... more

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This is special edition of the Odd Years! Actually, it’s more like a collab with the Cook Political Report’s other podcast, Editors Roundtable.

If you don’t know Editors Roundtable, it is a weekly conversation between Cook Political Report analysts ... more

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Nathaniel Rakich
Managing editor, Votebeat
Votebeat
Episode: The Real Threats to Voting This November Might Not Be What You Think
Carlos Odio
Co-founder of Equis Research
Equis Research
Episode: Democrats Are Counting on Latinos to Come Home in 2026. It’s More Complicated Than It Seems.
Ashley Gold
Senior Tech Policy Reporter at Axios
Axios
Episode: Both parties' voters are freaked out by AI. So what is Congress going to do about it?
Sean Trende
Senior analyst at RealClearPolitics; lawyer; redistricting expert
RealClearPolitics
Episode: "Redistricting giveth and redistricting taketh away." A conversation with elections expert Sean Trende.
Molly Reynolds
Vice President and Director of Governance Studies at Brookings
Brookings Institution
Episode: Does Congress Even Matter Anymore?
Greg Ip
The Wall Street Journal's Chief Economics Commentator
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: The Real Impact of AI and Making Sense of the Disconnect in Our Economy. A Conversation With the Wall Street Journal’s Greg Ip.
Annie Linskey
Wall Street Journal reporter
The Wall Street Journal
Episode: Why the GOP's voter ID push could backfire. Plus, ICE fallout after Minneapolis.
Peter Hamby
Puck journalist, survey researcher on young voters
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Episode: Why the GOP's voter ID push could backfire. Plus, ICE fallout after Minneapolis.
Josh Gerstein
Reporter at Politico covering law and politics
Politico
Episode: SCOTUS' Starring Role in Trump 2.0

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Amy Walter
Host of The Odd Years and editor-in-chief at Cook Political Report, focusing on elections, governance, and political dynamics.

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4.9 out of 5 stars from 114 ratings
  • Love the show but need better production

    I love Amy, and the show, but the mics/sound/production/static is crazy unprofessional. If I can hear Amy’s air condition and the guest’s jewelry, I’m not listening to the substance. This is the easiest fix! Cmon, Cook.

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    kWest 1228
    United States2 months ago
  • Amy & Astead: The Dream Team

    Loved the recent episode with Amy and Astead Herndon – two of my favorite political commentators together!

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    5
    ycjih
    United States9 months ago
  • Best of the best

    Consistently good

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    5
    mnytdvloddem
    Australia10 months ago
  • Great quality podcast

    Amy and her guests teach me so much about political realities in our giant, diverse country.

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    5
    annereins
    United States2 years ago
  • Brilliant Podcast

    Amy is incredibly insightful and interesting. This is a must podcast for all political junkies.

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    MJJ77777
    United States2 years ago

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The Real Threats to Voting This November Might Not Be What You Think
Q: How confident are you that the upcoming midterms will be free, fair, and functional?
Rakich explains that while there are real threats and disturbances, the system's built-in checks and the decentralized nature of elections reduce the likelihood of systemic failure; the outcome will hinge more on close races and legal challenges than a broad collapse of the process.
Both parties' voters are freaked out by AI. So what is Congress going to do about it?
Q: How do Democrats propose dealing with potential job loss and the broader social impacts of AI?
Democrats are exploring a mix of approaches including unemployment safety nets, retraining programs, potential data transparency mandates, and even proposals for a sovereign wealth fund or targeted government backstops to support workers, while emphasizing smart regulation rather than anti-innovation.
Both parties' voters are freaked out by AI. So what is Congress going to do about it?
Q: What about the tech companies themselves? Like, what are their greatest fears here about Washington? And do they get why voters are so anxious about data centers?
Ashley explains that tech companies initially sought regulation, but over time have shifted to advocating more nuanced, tailored rules; they fear being targeted by aggressive PACs and want a framework that protects innovation while addressing safety and workforce concerns.
"Redistricting giveth and redistricting taketh away." A conversation with elections expert Sean Trende.
Q: What does the Ohio situation illustrate about how state-level dynamics interact with national trends in redistricting and elections?
Ohio exemplifies how local political coalitions, candidate quality, and suburban versus working-class divides interact with a national environment to reshape competitive dynamics. A strong Republican baseline in Ohio could be offset by a capable Democratic coalition if the environment shifts, but structural advantages in map design and incumbent protection can dampen the effect of favorable trends in any single state.
"Redistricting giveth and redistricting taketh away." A conversation with elections expert Sean Trende.
Q: Can you help us pull apart the idea that this decision is gutting protections for minority voters and explain the broader implications for redistricting?
The decision reframes the debate around minority protections by shifting focus from protecting minority voting opportunities to allowing political branches to determine district lines, which could dilute minority representation if political incentives trump legal protections. In practice, this means more intense partisan redistricting battles and a recognition that court intervention may recede in favor of legislative and commission-driven maps, with the long-term risk of entrenched advantages for one party in certain states.

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The show offers thoughtful analysis of U.S. politics through conversations with trusted reporters, scholars, and policy experts. Episodes frequently tackle election administration, voting rights, redistricting, congressional dynamics, and the evolving media landscape, often pairing host-driven scrutiny with data-driven guest insights. The tone tends toward pragmatic, not sensational, examining how institutions, law, and public policy shape current events while providing listeners with practical takeaways for staying informed and engaged. A notable strength is the willingness to host a diverse mix of specialists—from election researchers to economists and political strategists—creating a well-rounded, policy-forward perspective that appeals ... more

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