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| Publishes | Daily | Episodes | 601 | Founded | 11 years ago |
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Should be called the One-Sided Republicans BS story time.
Hopefully Paul et al. leaned something
I listen to find out what the Kool-Aid drinkers are up to.
Given the title of my review, why would I give it even 2 stars? Because, despite raising my blood pressure, the pod is the most intelligent exposition of this country’s kleptocratic business class. So I must force myself to listen to it to hear what the other side is saying. And I would rather listen to them and read this Murdoch rag’s editorials than any other disreputable outlet in his stable, certainly not the NY Post or Fox News,
But I have to say something about the cast of characters: Bam... more
This WSJ podcast is the 156th most popular on itune news and politics offerings; there's a reason it's so poorly rated in spite of it's WSJ pedigree.
I was terribly disappointed when I listened to Potomac Watch. On the recent Paris Climate Change Agreement episode it was shocking to hear that Gigot and his two contributor's knowledge of the withdrawal's effect on foreign policy, international trade or even macroeconomics was akin to what you'd expect to hear from three insurance salesman havin... more
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A sharp, opinion-led political show featuring in-depth analysis of Washington developments, with a focus on policy, governance, and economic impacts. Regular discussions cover elections, congressional maneuvering, regulatory policy, and international affairs, often tying domestic politics to markets and technology. Noteworthy is the mix of high-profile editors, policymakers, and outside experts, delivering brisk, argued takes that aim to illuminate how power and policy intersect with everyday life and business.
Across episodes, expect a blend of insider perspectives, rigorous questioning, and occasional geopolitical deep-dives, with a clear emphasis on free-market implications, regulatory scrutiny, and the practicalities of governance. A d... more
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