
Being an American right now is a wild ride. Every day brings a new controversy, 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 headl... more
| Publishes | Weekly | Episodes | 60 | Founded | 8 years ago |
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With the war against Iran now in its third week, it has become devastatingly clear that President Trump and his administration have no strategy for the conflict. This week, Alex speaks to Retired Master Sgt. Wes Bryant, a former senior advisor in the... more
Over a week into the war with Iran, the casualties, global economic fallout, and incoherence of the Trump administration are all growing. This week Alex speaks to Senator Adam Schiff about Democrats’ attempts to put Congress back into the decision ma... more
While the Trump administration wages war against Iran and broadens their military scope in the northern hemisphere, there are more subtle campaigns being pushed here at home – like the one to convince women to do nothing more than have babies and sta... more
Rightwing billionaire takeovers, journalists getting arrested, and endless misinformation. Welcome to the current state of American journalism. This week, Alex speaks to former CNN correspondent Jim Acosta about how legacy news organizations caved to... more
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I have missed your voice on well, the Circus long gone…on MSNBC also now long gone ….but I found you. Happy me. Lucky all of us.
So many ads just disgusting.
This is honest, compelling, and authentic. - It’s got depth, feeling and frames the world as most of us see it, are feeling it, and trying to understand what’s happening and how we go forward. The topics are exactly what I’m looking for. Thank you!
Great look at what is happening to actual people in this chaotic world
Loved the Circus and Alex Wagner’s work on MS NBC.
Was so glad to find this podcast on Crooked Media.
While so many of these types of podcasts devolve into angry rants, Alex Wagner is truly prepping for her interviews and covering fresh angles.
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The content reflects a keen focus on the experiences of everyday Americans caught in the midst of significant political turbulence, particularly emphasizing stories from diverse backgrounds affected by current events. Episodes often spotlight critical issues such as immigration, civil rights, and systemic injustices in law enforcement, featuring personal narratives alongside expert analysis. This podcast distinguishes itself by not only addressing political controversies but also prioritizing the voices that are often overlooked in mainstream media narratives, aiming to foster understanding of the broader societal implications of these issues. The engaging format combines insights from prominent political figures and activists with compelli... more
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