Best Kevin McBride Podcasts (2025)

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#591 - Ro Khanna 1:55:59

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Ro Khanna is the congressman for California’s 17th district and a member of the Democratic Party. He is originally from Philadelphia, PA and also served as co-chair on Bernie Sanders’ presidential campaign in 2020. Rep. Ro Khanna joins Theo to talk about going bi-partisan to stop America’s involvement in another war, his thoughts on the rise of AI …

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Snack Attack Strikes Back with Talent Coordinator Maddie Ogden 16:33

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Talent coordinator Maddie Ogden returns for a follow-up delivery of alternative snacks, and Conan’s team helps him decide on the right food product to stand behind. Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Submit here: teamcoco.com/apply Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free usi…

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#590 - Fathers and Voices 1:13:05

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Theo is back with a solo episode to talk about the importance of good dads in today’s world, his recent trip to Qatar, and reflections from his interview with Vice President JD Vance. He also responds to some of your voicemails and thinks back on some of the positive male role models in his life. ------------------------------------------------ Tou…

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China, Made by Apple w/ Patrick McGee 1:05:47

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President Trump’s tariffs on China have highlighted how much American companies, and consumers, depend on products made in China. And arguably no company has been more exposed than Apple. The conventional wisdom in the West is that Apple and other corporations simply flocked to China for cheap, unskilled labor. While that is true, it masks the dept…

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David Spade Returns 1:02:23

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Comedian and actor David Spade feels somewhat sick about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. David sits down with Conan once more to discuss his rocky start in the business, developing a comedic and personal closeness with Chris Farley, how to kill at a corporate gig, and his newest special David Spade: Dandelion. For Conan videos, tour dates and more vi…

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Sen. Tom Cotton, Sen. Lindsey Graham, Sen. Richard Blumenthal, Sen. Alex Padilla 54:34

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This week on Face the Nation, the shocking shootings of two Minnesota lawmakers spark new fears of political violence and in the escalating war between Israel and Iran, can the U.S. avoid further involvement? A massive manhunt is underway after a gunman authorities say posed as a police officer shot two Minnesota lawmakers, killing one and injuring…

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#589 - Roman Empire Expert Mike Duncan 2:35:08

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Mike Duncan is a historian, author and podcaster known for his shows “History of Rome” and “Revolutions”. He has also written several books on these topics including “The Calm Before the Storm” and “Hero of Two Worlds”. Mike joins Theo to take a walk through the History of Rome. They discuss the religious traditions that guided their culture, what …

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Cōnānus et Jordānēs Show - Luke Ranieri 37:29

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On this episode of “The Conan and Jordan Show”, Conan challenges Jordan's pronunciation obsession with help from a special guest who knows his ancient Latin and Greek. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://siriusxm.com/conan.…

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The Conan Slabaroo 22:50

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Conan chats with ad designer Micah in Kansas City, Missouri about how to make fast food look tasty for the camera, the worst promotional misfires, and Conan’s very own specialty combo meal. Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Submit here: teamcoco.com/apply Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM A…

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Nuclear 101: Reactors of the Future with Ed Petit De Mange, Patrick O’Brien, Kathleen Nelson Romans and Emmet Penney 59:21

10d ago59:21

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Nuclear power is experiencing a notable revival in policy circles. The Trump administration has moved quickly on this front, drafting executive orders to accelerate plant construction, directing the Pentagon to explore reactor installations on military bases, and reshaping the regulatory landscape. A recent $900 million solicitation for small modul…

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Mike Birbiglia Returns Again 1:04:52

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Comedian, writer and director Mike Birbiglia feels earnest about being Conan O'Brien's friend. Mike sits down with Conan once again to discuss his latest special The Good Life, taking comedy advice from the Pope, and how his father’s stroke impacted his own parenting style. Plus, Conan and the Chums hammer out a succession plan for hosting the podc…

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Dept. of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem, Senator Amy Klobuchar, Rep. Tony Gonzales, National Economic Council Director Kevin Hassett 54:43

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This week on Face the Nation, immigration protests in Southern California turn violent as federal authorities ramp up their nationwide effort to round up those who could be in the country illegally. President Trump's mandate to escalate detentions and potentially deportations set the scene for violent protests in Los Angeles this weekend, and he no…

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#588 - Vice President JD Vance 1:26:19

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JD Vance is the Vice President of the United States. He served as a Senator from Ohio before winning the presidency with Donald Trump in 2024. Vice President JD Vance joins Theo to talk about the Elon Musk fallout, the debate over what’s actually in the “Big Beautiful Bill”, and the night he watched Gladiator 2 in the White House movie theater. Vic…

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#587 - Arnold Schwarzenegger 1:44:22

15d ago1:44:22

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Arnold Schwarzenegger is an actor, bodybuilding legend, best-selling author, entrepreneur and former Governor of California. Season 2 of his show ‘Fubar’ premieres on Netflix June 12th. Arnold invites Theo to his office to talk about leaving Austria to turn his American dream into a reality, what he learned about politics when he was Governor of Ca…

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Ron Chernow 1:00:54

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Writer and journalist Ron Chernow feels very warmly about anyone who has won the Mark Twain Award for American Humor, including our friend Conan. Ron sits down with Conan for a deep dive into the life of Mark Twain, touching on Twain’s mercurial personality, his affinity for oddball inventions, the unique relationship he shared with his wife, his o…

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Keeping Kids Safe Online w/Clare Morell 50:36

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Most American parents say technology makes it harder to raise kids than in the pre-social media era. And while social scientists debate the exact impact of ubiquitous Internet access on children, policymakers are increasingly responding to parents’ concerns. The Kids Online Safety Act, which aims to address the addictive features of social media th…

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#586 - Nigel Ng (Uncle Roger) 1:47:29

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Nigel Ng is a comedian, content creator and restaurateur originally from Malaysia. He’s known for his viral character “Uncle Roger” who roasts celebrity chefs and bad cooking. Nigel joins Theo to talk about some of the big differences between eastern and western cultures, how his viral food content led to him opening a restaurant of his own, and th…

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Adam Devine 59:34

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Comedian and actor Adam Devine feels exuberant about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Adam sits down with Conan to discuss the childhood accident that led him to a career in comedy, befriending his fellow Workaholics while at college, mistaking Pitch Perfect for a baseball movie during his audition, and utterly embarrassing himself in front of Danny M…

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Sec. Scott Bessent, Sen. Rand Paul, Rep. Raja Krishnamoorthi, FDA Commissioner Marty Makary 54:49

19d ago54:49

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This week on Face the Nation, the turmoil over tariffs continues. The economic whiplash from the on again, off again Trump tariffs persists here at home, as does the confusion around the world. We speak exclusively with Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent. Then, as Congress continues to move forward with its massive tax and border bill, questions rema…

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Extended Interview: Jack McCain 17:28

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CBS News has learned the State Department intends to shut down the office tasked with helping to resettle the Afghans who fought alongside U.S. servicemembers against the Taliban. Thousands of our Afghan partners are still waiting for their visas, some of whom are in hiding for fear of retribution at the hands of the Taliban. Ahead of that change, …

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Extended Interview: Cindy McCain 16:10

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Humanitarian aid trucks are entering Gaza after an 11-week blockade, but the U.N. says it's not enough to meet the need. World Food Programme Executive Director Cindy McCain joined Face the Nation on Sunday, May 25 to discuss conditions on the ground. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacyinc.com/priva…

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Lats and Longs 21:12

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Conan chats with Marta about sailing the Mediterranean, how to be helpful around the boat, and tips on spotting the best pizzerias. Wanna get a chance to talk to Conan? Submit here: teamcoco.com/apply Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months free using this show link: https://sirius…

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Permission to Build: How States Are Shaping our Energy Future w/ Thomas Hochman and Emmet Penney 46:57

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America's infrastructure future isn't being decided in Washington—it's being fought permit by permit in state capitals across the country. While politicians talk about building more, the real bottlenecks are happening where rubber meets bureaucratic road. From Donald Trump to Pete Buttigieg, everyone agrees: America has forgotten how to build thing…

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#585 - Andrew Huberman 2:20:13

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Andrew Huberman is a Stanford University neuroscientist and host of the “Huberman Lab” podcast which focuses on health, wellbeing and science. Andrew Huberman joins Theo to talk about how we can optimize our daily routines for the better, the science behind strong romantic relationships, and the powerful connection between dopamine and addiction. A…

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Paul W. Downs 1:03:44

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Actor, writer, and director Paul W. Downs feels thrilled about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Paul sits down with Conan to discuss co-creating the hit series Hacks, the inside world of writing for a fake late night show, intertwining personal and professional lives with his partner and fellow creator Lucia Aniello, and a fateful missed encounter at …

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Speaker Mike Johnson, Rep. Jim Himes, Cindy McCain 54:03

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This week on Face the Nation, Memorial Day marks the unofficial start to summer, we kick it off with a hat tip to the nation's military as President Trump gives this year’s commencement speech at West Point. But as these new members of the world's most powerful military go forward, are we doing enough to support them? We talked with some veterans s…

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#584 - Retired Las Vegas Police Sgt. 2:34:37

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Christopher Curtis is a retired police sergeant who spent 20+ years with the Las Vegas Metropolitan Police Department. In his career he was also a designated crisis and hostage negotiator. Sgt. Christopher Curtis joins Theo to talk about what really goes on when someone is detained, how race relations affect both sides of law enforcement, and the i…

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Conan O’Brien Must Go: Austria Roundtable Discussion 24:25

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Conan is joined by Conan O’Brien Must Go writers Mike Sweeney, Jessie Gaskell, and Jose Arroyo to for a deep dive into how they secured the most iconic scenic shots and accidentally picked up random tourists during their visit to Austria. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months fre…

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#583 - Chad "Ochocinco" Johnson 1:51:30

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Chad “Ochocinco” Johnson is a former NFL wide receiver who spent the majority of his career with the Cincinnati Bengals. He now co-hosts “Nightcap” with Shannon Sharpe and is also a commentator for ESPN. Theo is joined by the one and only Ochocinco while in Miami. They talk about how he navigated his unique and illustrious career, why he only dates…

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Digitizing the State: Lessons from Estonia w/Joel Burke and Keegan McBride 54:35

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In an era where government tech projects often end in billion-dollar failures and privacy nightmares, there's a tiny Baltic nation that's quietly revolutionized what's possible. Estonia—a country of just 1.3 million people—has built what might be the world's most efficient digital government. Every public service is online. Digital signatures save …

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Extended Interview: Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates 51:13

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Face the Nation Moderator Margaret Brennan went to Williamsburg, Virginia to interview former Secretary of Defense Robert Gates on how today's threats compare with those of the past. Before retiring from public service, Gates served under eight different presidents from both political parties. He's now the chancellor of William & Mary. The former s…

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Sarah Silverman Returns Again 1:02:22

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Comedian and actress Sarah Silverman feels rejoice/dead inside about being Conan O’Brien’s friend. Sarah sits down with Conan once more for an in-depth discussion on human anatomy, adapting her memoir into a musical, and grieving her parents through her new comedy special PostMortem. Later, Conan, Matt, and Sona unearth the origins of their names a…

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Secretary Marco Rubio, Senator Chris Van Hollen, Former Defense Secretary Robert Gates 54:25

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This week on Face the Nation, President Trump is back from the Middle East and facing new headwinds on the domestic front, especially on the economy and working with Congress to fund the president’s agenda. While the president's whirlwind deal-seeking trip to some of the monied parts of the region may be over, his efforts pushing for cease-fire dea…

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Conan O’Brien Must Go: New Zealand Roundtable Discussion 23:51

1M ago23:51

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Conan sits down with writers Mike Sweeney, Jessie Gaskell, and Jose Arroyo to discuss shooting Conan O’Brien Must Go in New Zealand, being joined by Taika Waititi at the record-breaking haka, meeting Conan’s New Zealander name twin, and more. Get access to all the podcasts you love, music channels and radio shows with the SiriusXM App! Get 3 months…

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#582 - Caleb Pressley 1:43:17

1M ago1:43:17

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Caleb Pressley is an interviewer, content creator and host known for his hit show “Sundae Conversations”. Caleb Pressley returns to talk about going independent from Barstool, what the Mexican Easter bunny is up to, and if Bill Belichick has opened up the portal for age gap relationships. Caleb Pressley: https://www.instagram.com/calebpressley/ ---…

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Bonus POD: Cardinal Blase Cupich 19:12

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Newly-elected Pope Leo XIV became the first American to lead the world’s Catholic faithful. This is an extended version of Ed O’Keefe’s full interview with U.S. Cardinal Blase Cupich on the future of the Catholic Church, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 11, 2025. To learn more about listener data and our pr…

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A Conservative Realignment on Antitrust w/FTC Commissioner Mark Meador 57:50

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Mark Meador is the newest commissioner on the Federal Trade Commission, which plays a dual role: enforcing both antitrust and consumer protection laws. It also serves as America's de facto technology regulator, including overseeing digital privacy and cybersecurity issues. Commissioner Meador embodies the political realignment reshaping conservativ…

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Bonus POD: Scott Kirby, United CEO 23:18

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After another air traffic control blackout at Newark airport, are our skies safe? This is an extended version of Ed O’Keefe’s full interview with Scott Kirby, United Airlines CEO, a portion of which aired on "Face the Nation with Margaret Brennan" on May 11, 2025. To learn more about listener data and our privacy practices visit: https://www.audacy…