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Being an American right now is a wild ride. Every day brings a new controversy, with breathless media narratives and the same loud voices rushing in to score political points. Then another Truth Social post drops and the circus moves on. But all that noise is drowning out the actual story. On her new podcast Runaway Country, veteran journalist Alex Wagner talks to the voices at the center of the h... more

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Polls show Democratic candidates are leading or tied in several deep red states—places the left never thought they could win. So how optimistic should Democrats be that the midterms won’t just deliver a blue wave, but a full-on red collapse? To under... more

As the electoral landscape is turning blue, Donald Trump is seeing red. To sooth his wounded ego, the White House is running pro-Trump ads during NFL games, illegally rescinding hundreds of millions of dollars from federal agencies, and threatening t... more

President Trump’s acrimonious relationship with the press reached new heights after he banned MS NOW, Politico, and CNN from the White House — and other media organizations banded together to suspend the White House press pool.

This week Alex speak... more

Less than two months before the midterms, the Supreme Court made a shockingly good decision and rejected a Trump rule that would have restricted mail-in ballots and possibly disenfranchised millions of voters. But Trump and Republicans are not done m... more

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Recent Guests

Timothy Snyder
American historian, professor, and author of On Tyranny, 20 Lessons from the 20th Century
Yale University (as discussed)
Episode: Trump's Crisis of Dignity
Leonard Slatkin
Former conductor of the National Symphony Orchestra
NSO/Kennedy Center
Episode: Trump's Crisis of Dignity
April Ryan
White House reporter and MS Now contributor, author of Notes On A Blacklash
MSNBC/Note On A Blacklash author
Episode: The Press Strikes Back
Dan Pfeiffer
Former senior advisor to President Obama for strategy and communications, co-host of Pod Save America
Pod Save America / Substack The Message Box
Episode: The Press Strikes Back
Kate Shaw
Law professor and co-host of Strict Scrutiny
Columbia Law School / Crooked Media
Episode: SCOTUS Foils Trump’s Midterm Steal…For Now
Janai Nelson
President and Director-Counsel of the Legal Defense Fund
NAACP Legal Defense Fund
Episode: SCOTUS Foils Trump’s Midterm Steal…For Now
Deborah Greenhouse
Pediatrician in Columbia, South Carolina
Columbia, SC pediatric practice
Episode: Measles Outbreak: The RFK Effect
Nathan Keller
Pediatrician in Lancaster County, Pennsylvania
Lancaster County pediatric practice
Episode: Measles Outbreak: The RFK Effect
Josh Manske
Fifth-generation farmer and author of the Corn Belt Newsletter
Self-described Iowa farmer
Episode: Trump’s Red State Sabotage

Hosts

Alex Wagner
Host of Runaway Country; Crooked Media
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Reviews

4.8 out of 5 stars from 14.8k ratings
  • Holy Advertisements

    I love Alex Wagner and her reporting, but holy cow are there a ton of ads in this podcast.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Ivan Berroa
    United States24 days ago
  • Still Counting

    Way too self satisfied and amused by themselves.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    WhitefishBoy
    United Statesa month ago
  • Top Tier Professionalism!

    Kudos to Dr. Keller, guest on the show regarding the Measles outbreak and misinformation being spread by RFK and the HHS. Dr. Keller’s clear and respectful communication was astounding and exactly what is needed to bring rational thinking back to the world of childhood vaccines. As a former vaccine skeptic myself, one conversation with a pediatrician with that level of understanding and respect for parents would have changed my mind in an instant.

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    SMDab18
    United Statesa month ago
  • Great show

    I loved Suzanne! Thank you!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    karechip
    United Statesa month ago
  • Time to take a stand Alex.

    Your interview with Abdul El Sayed has me thinking, why do you think we in America need to focus on a Jewish state? Why can’t we focus on our own country and make sure people are taken care of here? Israel can take care of itself.

    Apple Podcasts
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    Freedom24@USA
    United States3 months ago

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Candid, well-informed interviews with diverse guests.
Host asks probing questions and keeps conversations engaging.
High-quality discussions, though some listeners crave fewer ads.

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#54
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#118
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#175
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#214
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Trump's Crisis of Dignity
Q: How does Putin's approach compare to Trump's in terms of realism and long-term impact on power?
Putin combines calculated, ongoing power consolidation with a willingness to endure long conflicts, whereas Trump relies on charismatic self-presentation and dramatic but often shallow actions that fail to sustain a lasting, legitimate war effort.
Trump's Crisis of Dignity
Q: What common traits do you think exist in the launching of these wars as far as the autocrats' playbook?
The autocrats' playbook blends strategic moves with an irrational tyranny; they use wars as a substitute for democracy, fuel personal mythologies, and weaponize us-versus-them narratives to sustain power.
SCOTUS Foils Trump’s Midterm Steal…For Now
Q: Janai Nelson, given the court's recent actions, what immediate legal protections were most crucial in blocking the mail-in ballot order?
Nelson explains that the preliminary injunction and rapid federal court alignment with civil rights groups were pivotal, emphasizing that the court's decision halted the order in its tracks and preserved the integrity of mail-in voting for the near term.
Trump’s Red State Sabotage
Q: What does this mean for the midterms if Republicans start losing red state voters?
It suggests turnout could drop as people feel the economy and policy are not improving, which could hurt GOP candidates; the discussion also notes how messaging and policy missteps might depress engagement in farm country and other red-state areas.
Measles Outbreak: The RFK Effect
Q: How should public health communicators address vaccine skepticism in a productive way?
Meet people where they are, provide evidence-based information, and keep discussions open rather than shaming or coercing, acknowledging the complexity of trust and information sources.

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This show provides sharp, policy-forward conversations about American politics, democracy, and culture, often weaving historical context with current events. Episodes frequently feature historians, civil rights advocates, journalists, legal scholars, and field reporters to explore how big-picture decisions impact everyday Americans—from voting rights and court dynamics to public health and local economies. A standout aspect is the blend of high-level analysis with on-the-ground voices, including perspectives from rural communities, the arts, and frontline professionals, making complex political issues feel tangible and urgent. The format often pairs rigorous debate with personal storytelling, offering listeners both analytical depth and pra... more

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