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Jonathan Capehart, Eugene Daniels and Jackie Alemany set the agenda for Saturday, Sunday, and the week ahead; fresh analysis of the week's biggest events.

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September 13, 2026; 9am: New alarms are being raised about what could happen after all the results are counted on Election Night in November. Retired Judge J. Michael Luttig, who served on the U.S. Court of Appeals for the Fourth Circuit, joins “The ... more

September 13, 2026, 8 AM; In a 3,800-page essay released Saturday, Dario Amodei the chief executive at the AI research company Anthropic warned. "We really do earnestly believe AI could kill all humans! I personally think it is greater than 10% withi... more

September 13, 2026; 7am: President Trump is wrapping up his two-day trip to Ireland with an appearance at the Irish Open at his golf course. Thousands of Irish citizens took to the streets in protest yesterday, making clear their opposition to Trump'... more

September 12, 2026, 9 AM; That was his message to Republicans in Dallas this week as he closed out a two day, so-called Trump-a-palooza convention that was ostenibly supposed to gin up enthusiasm for Republican candidates. One of the realities Republ... more

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Recent Guests

J. Michael Luttig
Retired judge and constitutional scholar
Former US Court of Appeals Judge
Episode: Legal Alarms Sound Over The Midterm
Alexandra Petri
Staff writer at The Atlantic
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Episode: AI's Horrifying Week
Scott McFarland
Chief Washington correspondent for Midas Touch, host of Scott McFarland Reports
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Episode: Trump in Ireland
Ines De La Cuetara
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Episode: Trump in Ireland
Alex Tabach
MS NOW Correspondent
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Episode: Trump in Ireland
Admiral John Kirby
MS NOW National Security Analyst, former spokesperson
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Episode: Iran Latest Update
Kai Bird
Pulitzer Prize-winning author, co-author of American Scoundrel
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Episode: Iran Latest Update
JB Pritzker
Governor of Illinois
Office of the Governor of Illinois
Episode: Exclusive One-On-One With Governor JB Pritzker
Chris D'Alusio
Democratic Congressman
U.S. House of Representatives
Episode: Threat to the Vote

Hosts

Jacqueline Alemany
Main host with a focus on political reporting and weekend analysis.
Jonathan Capehart
Co-host and lead panelist known for sharp political commentary.
Eugene Daniels
Co-host and regular contributor focusing on governance and DOJ-related analysis.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 368 ratings
  • Eugene

    I am a straight woman, but I am in love with Eugene. Put him on any show, and you will find me listening all day. Love the show, love these people, and grateful for Clock It, too!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    DontSayNothing
    United States4 months ago
  • Unlistenable

    Unserious

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Nonamefebnut
    Canada4 months ago
  • Jackie is so hard to listen to

    Jackie may be a great reporter but she is so hard to listen to. She has difficulty asking questions and when doing so her speech is stilted. Either she needs practice or should stick to reporting.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Come On Now Too
    Canada5 months ago
  • What’s funny ?

    People being shot and killed in the streets is not funny. Fraud and corruption are not funny. War is not funny. Please, for the love of God-stop laughing.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    justawnd
    United States6 months ago
  • Shows are not posted at least once a month

    The hosts say that the show is posted but once again it’s 3 pm on a Saturday and none of the three shows have been posted as a podcast. There social media coordinator takes to many vacations with no back up.

    Apple Podcasts
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    UKRemi
    United States7 months ago

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Talking Points

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AI's Horrifying Week
Q: Just first, your reaction to the leaders of AI industry coming out days after the Anthropic employee warning that robots could kill us all.
The guests express cautious optimism that responsible pace and strong policy are needed, while criticizing the pace of corporate self-regulation and urging Congress to act now with enforceable rules.
Dems Momentum/Trump Steals Focus
Q: Gina Hinojosa, do you think the $5,000 dividend would be a meaningful policy if Republicans win in November?
Hinojosa argues the dividend reflects broader concerns about corruption and the misuse of government funds, suggesting it would be politically problematic and not a reliable policy justification for support.
Dems Momentum/Trump Steals Focus
Q: Congresswoman Madeleine Dean, how do you assess the Pennsylvania races and the strategy to counter Trump's midterm message?
Dean emphasizes the local, state-based nature of midterms, the importance of messaging that resonates with working families, and the need for strong candidates who can connect with voters across districts.
Exclusive One-On-One With Governor JB Pritzker
Q: What is your strategy for supporting house races across the country this cycle?
The governor discussed focusing resources on districts where Democrats can win, including those that are R plus five or R plus seven, and emphasized helping candidates who can deliver for working families rather than simply targeting likely wins.
The Trump Economy
Q: What is the strategy to lower costs for everyday Americans amid high prices and inflation?
Guest Dan Koh and panel emphasized practical policy options like targeted cost-saving measures (e.g., housing, childcare, utilities) and communicating a clear, implementable plan to reduce costs while holding the administration and Congress accountable.

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What is The Weekend about and what kind of topics does it cover?

A politics-focused roundtable series that blends sharp analysis with a lively, personality-driven tone. Episodes commonly feature lawmakers, former government officials, and seasoned reporters who dissect governance, DOJ actions, national security, and election dynamics, while weaving in real-time reporting from local communities. Unique strengths include a panel format with multiple viewpoints, timely debates about investigations and policy, and accessible explanations of complex issues, making it appealing to listeners who want both depth and engaging discussion. The show often balances heavy political topics with lighter moments and audience interaction, which can broaden its appeal to a broader audience of informed voters and policy ent... more

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2. Alexandra Petri
3. Scott McFarland
4. Ines De La Cuetara
5. Alex Tabach
6. Admiral John Kirby
7. Kai Bird
8. JB Pritzker

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