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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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The Odd Years is back with our first episode of this midterm year!

Political news and events seem to be breaking faster than the human brain can process, so we wanted to take a step back and talk to people with experience, insight, and perspective ... more

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It's a consequential week in the Supreme Court as justices hear a case that could reorient the bounds of executive authority and overturn a ninety year precedent that insulates independent government agencies from political interference from the pres... more

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In Amy’s opinion, Astead Herndon is one of the sharpest and most thoughtful political journalists out there. His New York Times podcast, The Run-Up, did an amazing job pulling back the cover on how national politics is done and showing the gulf that ... more

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Californians often like to think of themselves as the center of the universe. But when it comes to politics, this deep blue state is rarely in the spotlight - until now. The passage of Prop 50 in last Tuesday's election was the most consequential dev... more

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Josh Gerstein
Reporter at Politico covering law and politics
Politico
Episode: SCOTUS' Starring Role in Trump 2.0
Astead Herndon
Political journalist and host of the New York Times podcast, The Run-Up, transitioning to Vox as host and editorial director.
Vox
Episode: How can political journalism meet the moment? Astead Herndon has ideas.
Chaz Nuttycombe
Founder and Executive Director of State Navigate
State Navigate
Episode: Here's what two top reporters will be watching in NJ and VA on Election Day
Lis Smith
Democratic strategist and veteran of multiple political campaigns
Episode: "We have a message problem, a messenger problem, an ideas problem and a brand problem." Dem strategist Lis Smith has some advice for her party.
Heather Long
Chief Economist at Navy Federal Credit Union and a contributing columnist for The Washington Post.
Navy Federal Credit Union
Episode: Eight months into Trump 2.0, the economy is great for the top 10% and meh for everyone else
Leigh Ann Caldwell
Chief Washington Correspondent for news site PUC
PUC
Episode: "This will get done, the question is how painful it is to get there." Puck's Leigh Ann Caldwell on the politics of the "Big Beautiful Bill."
Josh Holmes
Republican strategist and co-host of the podcast Ruthless
Cavalry
Episode: Republican Strategist and Podcaster Josh Holmes on the Midterms, Tariffs and Why Authenticity Matters
Kristen Soltis Anderson
Republican Pollster and Founding Partner of Achealan Insights
Achealan Insights
Episode: "Trump voters are starting to ask questions." Pollster Kristen Soltis Anderson on 100 days.
David Wasserman
Senior Editor and Elections Analyst at The Cook Political Report
The Cook Political Report
Episode: By this measure, America is actually a little less polarized these days

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Amy Walter
Host of The Odd Years, providing insights on the political landscape and engaging discussions with various guests.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 109 ratings
  • Amy & Astead: The Dream Team

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    ycjih
    United States3 months ago
  • Best of the best

    Consistently good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mnytdvloddem
    Australia3 months ago
  • Great quality podcast

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    annereins
    United Statesa year ago
  • Brilliant Podcast

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJJ77777
    United Statesa year ago
  • Always a good listen!

    Amy and team have a great perspective!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    PQ Toronto
    Canada2 years ago

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Some critiques mention perceived biases, suggesting a segment of the audience feels the need for more balance in political perspectives.
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The host is commended for her ability to address complex political issues while maintaining a relatable tone.

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SCOTUS' Starring Role in Trump 2.0
Q: So, what could the ruling in the upcoming campaign finance case mean for political fundraising and regulation?
If the court were to overturn the coordination rules, it could allow campaign committees to donate more freely to candidates, potentially changing the fundraising landscape significantly.
SCOTUS' Starring Role in Trump 2.0
Q: What does this do to our legal process that you have, as you said, judges still waiting for their Senate confirmation?
You're going to see backlogs increase and difficulties in handling cases efficiently, leading to a stretched legal system with fewer permanent judges.
SCOTUS' Starring Role in Trump 2.0
Q: Is it fair to say that this Supreme Court is going to determine the real bounds of executive authority for the foreseeable future for the president of the United States?
Yes, I think they've done some of that, especially with respect to President Trump, where their decisions are demonstrating a leaning towards empowering executive authority.
How can political journalism meet the moment? Astead Herndon has ideas.
Q: What are Democrats taking away from Donald Trump's success?
Democrats can engage Republicans on the right issues, and using class-forward language may better connect with voters. Increased authenticity and a clear, consistent message are vital for Democrats moving forward.
How can political journalism meet the moment? Astead Herndon has ideas.
Q: When we think about traditional journalism, is part of the reason it's struggling because it's too tied to the formal rules and a certain way of doing things?
Astead highlighted that traditional journalism is facing challenges due to the changing information ecosystem and the need to adapt to new forms of communication, indicating that it's not just user error but a broader shift in how news is received.

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