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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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When the Supreme Court released their decision to limit the scope and scale of Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act in late April, Amy knew she wanted to dig into the political and legal repercussions with someone who is well-versed in both of those ar... more

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Americans have a pretty dismal view of Congress. Lawmakers in the U.S. House and Senate are seen as ineffective and a much diminished power under President Trump. Last year, for example, Congress passed a record low number of laws while President Tr... more

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Amy has long been an admirer of this week’s guest, The Wall Street Journal's chief economics commentator Greg Ip. She finds his insights into how our economy functions to be thoughtful as well as approachable. It’s also why she thought he'd be the pe... 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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Recent Guests

Greg Ip
The Wall Street Journal's Chief Economics Commentator
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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
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.
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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
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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."

Host

Amy Walter
Editor-in-chief at the Cook Political Report; frequent moderator and host.

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 112 ratings
  • 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 States6 months ago
  • Best of the best

    Consistently good

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mnytdvloddem
    Australia6 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 States2 years ago
  • Brilliant Podcast

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

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    MJJ77777
    United States2 years ago
  • Always a good listen!

    Amy and team have a great perspective!

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    PQ Toronto
    Canada2 years ago

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Consistently informative and engaging for politics insiders and enthusiasts.
Balanced perspectives on both parties, praised for depth and clarity.
Some critics note perceived bias, though many praise fairness and rigor.
High-quality guests and rigorous questions from the host.
Thoughtful, analytical discussions with real-world policy insights.

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The Real Impact of AI and Making Sense of the Disconnect in Our Economy. A Conversation With the Wall Street Journal’s Greg Ip.
Q: How should voters interpret the divergence between market optimism and consumer pessimism?
Markets reflect expectations and investment signals, while consumers experience real-life costs like inflation and wages; the discrepancy suggests a need for policies that broadly raise living standards rather than just boost asset prices.
Why the GOP's voter ID push could backfire. Plus, ICE fallout after Minneapolis.
Q: What went wrong with Trump's immigration and ICE policy in Minnesota, and how did it impact public support?
The panel suggested that the Minnesota ICE action, including the use of federal agents and publicized videos, damaged support by portraying aggressive enforcement while not aligning with the broader electorate's concerns about costs, outcomes, and the administration's credibility; this catalyzed a shift in messaging and a recalibration of policy emphasis.
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.

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A politically focused show that features deep dives with veteran reporters, strategists, and pollsters on current events, electoral dynamics, and policy debates. Episodes frequently explore the Supreme Court, redistricting, polling, and party strategy, with guests offering cross-partisan perspectives and grounded analysis. The format tends to blend investigative reporting with practical political implications, making it a strong fit for listeners who crave thoughtful, data-informed conversation about U.S. politics and the forces shaping it. A standout trait is its ability to pair top-tier reporters with seasoned strategists and analysts, delivering nuanced takes that are likely to help prospective guests and sponsors connect with an engaged... more

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