Best David Sirota Podcasts (2025)

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Anne Applebaum, David Sirota & Darryl Silver 51:36

10d ago51:36

51:36

The Atlantic’s Anne Applebaum examines how our authoritarian rise is actually happening faster than usual. The Apprentice producer Darryl Silver shares what we can learn from his experience working with Trump. Plus, we have a special bonus from our YouTube channel featuring The Lever’s David Sirota on what Democrats can learn from Trump’s tariffs. …

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Trump's Tariffs: A Threat to the Neoliberal Order? With Journalist David Sirota; Biden CBP Fabricated Doc to Help Imprison Bolsonaro Adviser? Plus: Israel Support Collapsing 1:19:43

17d ago1:19:43

1:19:43

Journalist David Sirota explains the political implications of Trump's tariffs in the U.S. and their potential effects on Wall Street vs. Main Street. Plus: did Biden's CBP fabricate documents in order to help Brazil imprison a Bolsonaro advisor? Finally: new polls reveal declining support for Israel while DHS unveils a program to search immigrants…

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Glenn Reacts to News of the Week; Plus: Audience Q&A 1:37:17

7h ago1:37:17

1:37:17

Glenn Greenwald reacts to the major stories of this week including the FBI's arrest of a Wisconsin judge, Trump's TIME interview, a Coachella scandal, and more. PLUS: Glenn answers audience questions on the Douglas Murray/Dave Smith debate fallout, independent journalism, and the possibility of war with Iran. ----------------------------- Watch ful…

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Sam Adler-Bell & Stephen Vladeck 46:59

21h ago46:59

46:59

Know Your Enemy’s Sam Adler-Bell examines Trump’s weaponization of law enforcement.The Shadow Docket author Stephen Vladeck details the courts’ pushback against Trump’s agenda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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187 - Being a Calm Mother with Darlynn Childress 48:27

1d ago48:27

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Darlynn is a recovering "mad mom". After spending the first 5 years of parenting yelling at her kids and feeling like crap, she massively transformed herself and her approach to parenting by diving into a self-healing journey that led her to become a certified life coach and parenting expert. Now, she's on a mission to heal the next generation in a…

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Introducing Tax Revolt: Where the Cult of Reaganomics Began 47:24

7h ago47:24

47:24

For Master Plan listeners, we’re excited to drop Part 1 of Tax Revolt, a new mini-series from Lever Time that digs into the origins of America’s obsession with dismantling the tax code. If you want to hear hear more, Part 2 is available now in the Lever Time podcast feed on all platforms. Learn more at LeverNews.com/TaxRevolt…

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Tax Revolt: Supply Side Santa Claus 46:19

8h ago46:19

46:19

How a small group of economists shaped Reagan’s tax policy and the future of the Republican party. This is Part 2 of Tax Revolt, a new miniseries from Lever Time revealing how free-market radicals hijacked American politics and set the stage for Elon Musk, DOGE, and Donald Trump’s presidency. Want more? Become a paid subscriber to get ad-free episo…

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Jeet Heer, Jim Acosta & Brendan Duke 1:03:11

3d ago1:03:11

1:03:11

The Nation’s Jeet Heer details Trump’s not-so-great deal-making skills. Substack’s The Jim Acosta Show host Jim Acosta examines Trump backing down on tariffs. Center on Budget and Policy Priorities Brendan Duke details how slowed imports at our ports affect Trump’s tariff gambit. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Zelensky Rejects Trump's Ukraine Proposal; What Happened to the Epstein Files? Plus: Richard Medhurst Facing Criminal Charges in UK for Israel Reporting 1:12:06

3d ago1:12:06

1:12:06

Zelensky rejects Trump's Ukraine proposal, prolonging the Ukraine war. Then: Are the Epstein files being buried because of ties to Israeli intelligence? Finally: Journalist Richard Medhurst on his arrest in the UK under a terrorism law. ------------------- Watch full episodes on⁠ ⁠⁠Rumble⁠, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our⁠ ⁠⁠Locals⁠ commun…

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591. Harlan Ellison's Greatest Hits Part 3 (with Tom Gerencer) 2:39:59

3d ago2:39:59

2:39:59

Tom Gerencer joins us to discuss the book The Top of the Volcano: The Award-Winning Stories of Harlan Ellison, which contains 11 stories not included in Harlan Ellison’s Greatest Hits. Stories discussed: A Boy and His Dog (1:39), The Region Between (37:12), Basilisk (48:29), Adrift Just Off the Islets of Langerhans: Latitude 38° 54' N, Longitude 77…

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Pentagon in Turmoil Over Iran Policy as Israel Pushes for War; Lee Fang on New NIH Censorship Policy Threatening Medical Researchers 1:28:11

4d ago1:28:11

1:28:11

Establishment pro-Israel factions within the Trump administration continue to push the U.S. toward war with Iran amid major Pentagon shake-ups. Plus: Lee Fang reports on a repressive censorship law prohibiting NIH employees from boycotting Israel. ---------------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals …

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Michael Tomasky & G. Elliott Morris 44:59

4d ago44:59

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The New Republic’s Michael Tomasky examines where Trump’s lawlessness is headed. Strength In Numbers newsletter’s G. Elliott Morris details what polls can tell us about Trump’s agenda. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Rick Wilson & Theodore Schleifer 42:41

6d ago42:41

42:41

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson parses what the court’s rebuke of Trump’s agenda means for America.The New York Times’ Theodore Schleifer examines America’s oligarchs and how the country is reacting to their overreaches. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Ali Vitali & AG Dana Nessel 46:25

8d ago46:25

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MSNBC’s Ali Vitali examines the state of democracy and Democratic politics. Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel details how AGs are fighting back against Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Trailer: Tax Revolt, a new series from Lever Time 2:44

8d ago2:44

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Listen to the trailer for Tax Revolt. Part 1 is available now in the Lever Time podcast feed. Learn more at LeverNews.com/TaxRevoltBy The Lever

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Tax Revolt: The Man Who Started the War on Taxes 46:02

8d ago46:02

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In the 1970s, an eccentric anti-tax crusader launched a radical campaign to dismantle California’s tax system — a movement that still defines American politics today. This is Part 1 of Tax Revolt, a new mini-series from Lever Time revealing how free-market radicals hijacked American politics and set the stage for Elon Musk, DOGE and Donald Trump’s …

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Are We Moving Towards War With Iran? PLUS: Zaid Jilani on the El Salvador Deportations and Harvard’s Fight Against Trump 1:36:17

10d ago1:36:17

1:36:17

Journalists Zaid Jilani and Michael Tracey discuss Trump's Iran threats, JD Vance's online debate over deportations, and more. ------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals community Follow System Update: Twitter Instagram TikTok Facebook LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/ad…

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Trump Meets with El Salvador's Bukele: A Tyrant or a Model to Copy? Plus: Trump's Proposal to Deport Citizens There 1:09:24

11d ago1:09:24

1:09:24

Trump meets with El Salvador's Bukele as the Trump administration refuses to facilitate the return of a man who was wrongfully deported to El Salvador. Plus: Trump unveils a disturbing proposal to deport U.S. citizens. --------------------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals community Follow System …

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Kurt Andersen & Alex Gibney 40:28

11d ago40:28

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Evil Geniuses author Kurt Andersen examines Trump crossing new lines of lawlessness. Documentarian Alex Gibney details his latest documentary, The Dark Money Game, which explores the money that influences our politics. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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As U.S. Censorship Escalates, New Poll Reveals Declining Support for Israel: UNLOCKED Episode 22:13

12d ago22:13

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UNLOCKED: This segment originally aired on April 9th exclusively for our Locals subscribers. -------------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals community Follow System Update: Twitter Instagram TikTok Facebook LinkedIn Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices…

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Rick Wilson & Sen. Chuck Schumer 38:33

13d ago38:33

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The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson joins us to discuss Trump’s erosion of public confidence in his plans to "Make America Great Again." Then we’ll talk to Senate Minority Leader and Antisemitism in America author Chuck Schumer about the Democrats’ plans to fight the SAVE Act. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Week in Review: Trump's Tariffs, Ukraine Negotiations, Possibility of War with Iran, and More with Glenn Greenwald, Lee Fang, & Michael Tracey 1:22:26

15d ago1:22:26

1:22:26

Lee Fang and Michael Tracey discuss the fallout from Trump's tariffs, developments in Mahmoud Khalil's case, Ukraine negotiations, and more with Glenn in this special "Week in Review" episode. ----------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals community Follow System Update: Twitter Instagram TikTok Fac…

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Charlie Sykes & Thomas Zimmer 45:09

15d ago45:09

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To The Contrary newsletter author Charlie Sykes examines Trump’s attacks on his political opponents. Democracy Americana’s Thomas Zimmer examines America’s continued lean toward authoritarianism. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Glenn Takes Your Questions: On Banning Candidates in the Democratic World, Expanding Executive Power, and Trump's Tariffs 1:07:47

16d ago1:07:47

1:07:47

Glenn takes questions from our Locals subscribers on lawfare in the democratic world against popular candidates, Trump's tariffs, the changing role of independent media, Douglas Murray's debate against Dave Smith, and more. ---------------------------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals community Fo…

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Trailer: Tax Revolt. Begins April 18 2:43

16d ago2:43

2:43

Listen to the 3-min trailer for Tax Revolt, a new limited series from Lever Time. Part 1 of 4 premieres April 18. Learn more at LeverNews.com/TaxRevolt Get ad-free episodes and exclusive bonus content — and support independent journalism — by becoming a paid subscriber to The Lever: levernews.com/subscribe…

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186 - Healing Through Dual-Brain Psychology with Dr. Fredric Schiffer 39:21

17d ago39:21

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Fredric Schiffer is an assistant professor of psychiatry, part-time, at Harvard Medical School and a research associate at McLean Hospital. He has developed a theory of psychology that is the subject of his recent book Goodbye Anxiety, Depression, Addiction, & PTSD: The Life-Changing Science of Dual Brain Psychology. The theory has been studied ext…

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Andy Levy & Rep. Gregory Meeks 38:30

17d ago38:30

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The New Abnormal’s Andy Levy skewers the market chaos caused by Trump’s temperamental tariffs. Rep. Gregory Meeks details how Congress can stop Trump’s tariff madness. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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UAW’s Shawn Fain On Trump’s Tariff-pocalypse 45:16

17d ago45:16

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The president of one of America’s largest industrial unions made headlines last month when he declared that some of Trump’s tariffs are the beginning of the end of a trade policy that has harmed America’s working class. On this episode of Lever Time, David Sirota speaks to United Auto Workers president Shawn Fain about blue-collar workers’ experien…

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As Tariffs Dominate News, Trump and Netanyahu Make Increasingly Militaristic Threats; Plus: Mixed Supreme Court Ruling on Deportation Powers 1:44:59

18d ago1:44:59

1:44:59

Trump warmly welcomes Netanyahu to the White House as Israel continues to escalate a potential war with Iran and destroy all civilian life in Gaza. Plus: the Supreme Court affirms the right of due process in a mixed ruling on Trump's deportations to El Salvador. ----------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of o…

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Dan Nathan, Jon Allen & Amie Parnes 45:54

18d ago45:54

45:54

Risk Reversal’s Dan Nathan examines the business reaction to Trump’s insane tariffs. NBC’s Jon Allen and The Hill’s Amie Parnes detail their new book Fight: Inside the Wildest Battle for the White House. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Prof. John Mearsheimer on Israel's Destruction of Gaza, Trump Admin Attacks on Universities & Speech, Yemen Bombings, Tariffs & Competition with China; Plus: Q&A with Glenn 1:25:31

18d ago1:25:31

1:25:31

Prof. John Mearsheimer discusses Trump's bombing of Yemen, attacks on free speech at universities, the geopolitical implications of tariffs, and why he believes Israel's destruction of Gaza is a genocide. Plus: Glenn takes questions from our Locals audience. ---------------------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become pa…

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Rick Wilson & Kat Abughazaleh 42:56

20d ago42:56

42:56

The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson skewers Trump for crashing the economy. Kat Abughazaleh details her run for Congress in Illinois' Ninth District. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Neera Tanden, Justin Wolfers & Sen Martin Heinrich 54:11

22d ago54:11

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The Center for American Progress’s Neera Tanden skewers Trump’s disastrous first 100 days. New Mexico Senator Martin Heinrich details how Democrats fight back. Then we’ll have a special bonus from our YouTube channel with economist Justin Wolfers, who explains why tariffs aren’t the answer to our economic woes. See omnystudio.com/listener for priva…

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590. The Best of Larry Niven Part 1 (with Mercurio D. Rivera) 1:48:40

22d ago1:48:40

1:48:40

Mercurio D. Rivera joins us to discuss the first nine stories in the short story collection The Best of Larry Niven, edited by Jonathan Strahan. Stories discussed: "Becalmed in Hell" (5:10), "Bordered in Black" (17:54), "Neutron Star" (26:35), "The Soft Weapon" (38:16), "The Jigsaw Man" (56:27), "The Deadlier Weapon" (1:02:55), "All the Myriad Ways…

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The Lost History of Trump’s Tariff War 45:02

23d ago45:02

45:02

On Wednesday, President Donald Trump unveiled his plans for far-reaching new tariffs on almost all imported goods entering the United States. The move has plunged the global economy into turmoil amid fears of a wider trade war and higher consumer prices. The tariffs are the culmination of a populist backlash simmering since NAFTA and the 2000 China…

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Substack CEO on Protecting Writers from Speech Crackdowns; Week in Review: Matt Taibbi's Censorship Hearing Testimony, Fascism Expert Flees the U.S., and More 1:22:30

24d ago1:22:30

1:22:30

Substack teams up with FIRE to protect writers across the political spectrum, especially those criticizing foreign governments. Plus: the Jacob Urowsky Professor of Philosophy at Yale University dramatically leaves the U.S., pro-Israel fanatic Randy Fine wins his House race in Florida, and members of Congress derail hearings on JFK and censorship. …

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Joyce Vance & Laura Gamboa 49:25

24d ago49:25

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Civil Discourse Substack author Joyce Vance examines the Constitution's checks and balances keeping Trump in check. Professor Laura Gamboa examines her article for Foreign Affairs, "How to Save a Democracy," and the lessons from other countries' authoritarian crises. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Right-Wing Populists Barred from Running in Democratic World; JFK Reporter Jeff Morley on CIA Involvement and his Testimony in Congress Today 1:15:08

25d ago1:15:08

1:15:08

Reporter Jefferson Morley discusses the key revelations from the newly released JFK files after testifying before Congress. Plus: another right-wing populist is barred from running for office in the democratic world. -------------------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals community Follow System Upd…

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George Conway & Simon Rabinovitch 44:48

25d ago44:48

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The Atlantic’s George Conway examines Trump’s lawlessness and how our institutions hold up to it.The Economist’s Simon Rabinovitch details how Trump’s tariffs will actually affect the global economy. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Major Escalation in Attempts to Purge U.S. Universities of Israel Critics; Who are the Israel Groups Providing Lists to the U.S. Government to Deport & Punish? 1:38:22

26d ago1:38:22

1:38:22

The Trump administration threatens to deport more students over Israel criticism while threatening universities' federal funding. Plus: Glenn exposes the shady groups doxing students who voice opposition to Israel's destruction of Gaza. ---------------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals community F…

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Rick Wilson & Annie Karni 43:03

27d ago43:03

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The Lincoln Project's Rick Wilson dissects Signalghazi’s continued fallout.The New York Times' Annie Karni details her new book Mad House: How Donald Trump, MAGA Mean Girls, a Former Used Car Salesman, a Florida Nepo Baby, and a Man with Rats in His Walls Broke Congress. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.…

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Glenn on Wars in Gaza & Yemen, First Two Months of Trump Admin, Deportations, Independent Media, and More 1:01:13

29d ago1:01:13

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Glenn answers questions from our Locals community on the most surprising elements of the Trump administration, big tech's influence on politics, the future of independent media, and more. ----------------------- Watch full episodes on Rumble, streamed LIVE 7pm ET. Become part of our Locals community Follow System Update: Twitter Instagram TikTok Fa…

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Josh Marshall & Anthony Walton 45:38

29d ago45:38

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Talking Points Memo’s Josh Marshall surveys the fallout of Signalghazi. Poet and writer Anthony Walton details his new book The End of Respectability: Notes of a Black American, His Life, and His Nation. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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This State Is For Sale 32:40

29d ago32:40

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If you own a Fortune 500 business, you probably incorporated it in Delaware. The state has long been favored by corporate America, offering tax benefits and a bespoke, pre-Revolutionary War court system tailored to business needs. But now Delaware’s standing as the country’s top corporate haven is under attack. This week on Lever Time, senior podca…

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185 - Using Movement to Transform Your Life with Toni Bergins 47:18

1M ago47:18

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Toni Bergins, M.Ed., is an embodiment trailblazer who has taught at the premier holistic healing centers for the last 27 years. She is on the faculty at the Kripalu Center for Yoga & Health, and has worked there as a movement artist, dance educator, expressive arts workshop leader, and expert in creating transformational workshops. Her new book is,…

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The Truth & Lies About the Atlantic's Signal Controversy; EU Already Failing to Back Up its Militaristic Rhetoric; Appeals Court Rules Against Trump DOJ in El Salvador Case 1:37:31

1M ago1:37:31

1:37:31

The Trump administration doubles down on lies and excuses for why anti-Trump journalist Jeffrey Goldberg was added to the infamous Signal chat. Then: European leaders cannot back up their deranged militarization goals without U.S. support. Finally: a DC Appeals Court rules against Trump's deportation policy. ----------------- Watch full episodes on…

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Jeet Heer & Mallory McMorrow 44:08

1M ago44:08

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The Nation’s Jeet Heer examines Signalgate and Republicans' failure to brush it off. Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow details her new book Hate Won't Win: Find Your Power and Leave This Place Better Than You Found It. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Charlie Sykes & Stephen Vladeck 51:18

1M ago51:18

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Charlie Sykes examines Pete Hegseth’s little group chat problem. The Shadow Docket author Stephen Vladeck details the dynamics of when the Supreme Court rules against Trump. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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Atlantic Leak Reveals Trump Admin's Foreign Policy Mindset; Appeals Court Extremely Skeptical of Trump's El Salvador Deportation Powers; Israel's Horrific Crimes in the Last 24 Hours 1:51:46

1M ago1:51:46

1:51:46

Trump administration officials planned their bombing of Yemen over a now-leaked Signal group chat, revealing the DC consensus on warmongering. Then: the DC Appeals Court voiced extreme skepticism over Trump's policy of deporting people to prison in El Salvador without due process. Finally: Israel continues to kill journalists and countless numbers …

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Rick Wilson & Michael S. Roth 45:12

1M ago45:12

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Rick Wilson examines Donald Trump’s dismantling of the Department of Education. Wesleyan University President Michael S. Roth details Trump’s attempts to bully universities into adopting his policies. See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.By iHeartPodcasts

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