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Croissants as a starter? No issue whatsoever.  Jordan Stephens is a musician, actor, presenter, podcaster and writer, who arrives at Dish off the back of an incredible year, full of achievements and firsts. He chats to Angela and Nick about the paperback release of his thought-provoking memoir, Avoidance, Drugs, Heartbreak and Dogs, a personal story of self-acceptance. Alongside events and talks to promote the book, Jordan has had a busy 12 months, making his theatre debut in Entertaining Mr Sloane, joining the hit podcast Miss Me? as its new host and presenting his first documentary for Channel 4.  He also returned to where it all started with Rizzle Kicks, who released their first album in 12 years alongside a UK tour and a performance at Glastonbury.  Angela serves up a warming dish of saffron & cardamom chicken with cranberry salsa, paired with a glass of Domaine Du Vieux Vauvert Vouvray. That's preceded by a cup of Earl Grey tea and a croissant, which immediately showcases Jordan's passion for food and ranking systems. Jordan's girlfriend is friend-of-the-show Jade Thirlwall, so we get an even deeper understanding of her love of roasts and their plans for Christmas. We also hear how food brought Jordan one-step closer to his dream of making music, and there's a return to our discussion on pet names. Please let us know if your dog is called Susan.   You can watch full episodes of Dish on YouTube and, new for this season, on Spotify.  All recipes from this podcast can be found at waitrose.com/dishrecipes The recipe for saffron & cardamom chicken with cranberry salsa was created for Waitrose by Noor Murad. A transcript for this episode can be found at waitrose.com/dish If you want to get in touch with us about anything at all, contact dish@waitrose.co.uk  Dish from Waitrose is made by Cold Glass Productions Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

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Ado (33) and Gabby (32) are exhausted by a cycle they can't seem to escape: getting into credit card debt, paying it off, and then ending up right back where they started. Now, with $44,000 in credit card balances, student loans on both sides, and an $1,800 monthly daycare bill, they feel one setback away from losing everything. Ado's avoidant, live-in-the-moment approach clashes with Gabby's desire for structure and long-term security. Both come from financially chaotic childhoods, and those old patterns are replaying in their marriage. They dream of moving to Europe and building stability for their young daughter—but can they break the cycle that's defined their entire relationship? This episode asks: What will it take for them to finally stop the spiral and create a plan that lasts? In this episode we uncover: • Why Ado and Gabby keep finding themselves back in credit card debt • How their “dance” of overspending, working extra, and then trying to catch up has cost them thousands • The emotional toll on Gabby as she tries to break a cycle that feels unsustainable • Why Ramit pushes them to examine their spending through the lens of their daughter watching and learning their habits • Taking apart their monthly budget line by line • The $170 date nights, lattes, Costco trips, and Target runs that add up • Gabby's realization that overspending isn't just about Ado • Ado's upbringing as a Bosnian refugee, and how frugality, scarcity, and parental sacrifice shaped his desire to enjoy life • How childhood experiences continue to shape Gabby's budgeting, anxiety, and need for security today • How both partners absorb social norms around spending and treat exhaustion as a justification for impulse purchases • The truth about using their savings account as a checking account • The staggering $3,075/month they spend on debt payments • Their dream of moving to Europe being pushed back year after year • The emotional rupture of realizing one missed paycheck could destabilize everything they've built Chapters: (00:00:00) “We never tell ourselves no” (00:17:24) “It's not just about paying off debt” (00:33:21) Ramit breaks down their numbers (00:48:21) “I feel like it gives me comfort” (01:02:26) “Money was a weapon” (01:12:53) “Denial lasts a week, vision lasts a lifetime” (01:32:00) “Nobody making this much should have credit card debt” (01:36:45) Where are they now? Ado and Gabby's follow-ups This episode is brought to you by: Aura Frames | Use promo code RAMIT to get $35 off the best-selling Carver Mat frames at https://auraframes.com Masterclass | Get up to 50% off Masterclass during the holiday season at https://masterclass.com/ramit Facet | Facet is waiving their $250 enrollment fee for new annual members, and for my audience, Facet is offering $300 into your brokerage account if you invest and maintain $5,000 within your first 90 days. Head to https://facet.com/ramit to learn more about which membership option is best for you. Offer expires December 31, 2025 Fabric by Gerber Life | Join the thousands of parents who trust Fabric to protect their family. Apply today in just minutes at https://meetfabric.com/ramit Wildgrain | Get $30 off the first box — PLUS free Croissants in every box — at https://wildgrain.com/ramit Links mentioned in this episode • Join my event “Becoming Time Rich” on December 18th at 8pm ET. Register at https://iwt.com/timerich Connect with Ramit • Get my new book, Money For Couples • Get Money Coaching with Ramit • Download the Conscious Spending Plan • Listen to my book—now on Audible • Get my New York Times best-selling book • Get my no-numbers journal • Other episodes • Instagram • Twitter • YouTube If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.

At 13, Kate Reid already knew exactly where she was headed: a career in Formula 1 and a life lived at full throttle. But after earning a degree in aerospace engineering and taking up a coveted position at one of the top F1 teams in the UK, she discovered that the reality didn’t match what she’d dreamed. So, she made a swerve no one expected: to forge a career in pastry. With her Melbourne-born bakery Lune Croissanterie now famous worldwide, Reid sits down to reflect on her unique path, from initially pursuing aerospace engineering at RMIT University, to following her lifelong passion for F1 racing, to finding fame as the mastermind behind ‘the best croissant in the world’ (The New York Times). Join Reid as she discusses perfection, obsession and making her own kind of success story, with host Alice Zaslavsky. Support the Wheeler Centre: https://www.wheelercentre.com/support-us/donateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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Fluent Fiction - French: Lost Notes and Croissants: A Christmas Market Mix-Up Find the full episode transcript, vocabulary words, and more:fluentfiction.com/fr/episode/2025-12-06-08-38-20-fr Story Transcript:Fr: Étienne jouait de la musique dans le marché de Noël à Nice.En: Étienne played music in the marché de Noël in Nice.Fr: Autour de lui, les lumières scintillaient et l'air était empli du parfum de vin chaud et de chocolat fondu.En: Around him, the lights twinkled and the air was filled with the scent of mulled wine and melted chocolate.Fr: Il y avait une musique joyeuse et des rires partout.En: There was joyful music and laughter everywhere.Fr: Égaré dans ses pensées, Étienne ne remarqua pas l'erreur claire de certains passant, Coralie.En: Lost in his thoughts, Étienne did not notice the clear mistake of one passerby, Coralie.Fr: Coralie, elle, était venue pour acheter des cadeaux pour sa famille.En: Coralie, on the other hand, had come to buy gifts for her family.Fr: Elle portait un grand sac rempli de croissants pour sa grand-mère.En: She carried a large bag filled with croissants for her grandmother.Fr: Mais, sans prêter attention, elle attrapa un sac qui ressemblait beaucoup au sien mais, en réalité, était la housse de violon d'Étienne.En: But, not paying attention, she grabbed a bag that looked a lot like hers but, in reality, was Étienne's violin case.Fr: Alors qu'elle s'éloignait du marché, Étienne réalisa vite que son violon avait disparu.En: As she walked away from the market, Étienne quickly realized that his violin was missing.Fr: Pris de panique, il chercha autour de lui.En: Panic-stricken, he searched around him.Fr: "Où est mon violon ?En: "Where is my violin?!"Fr: " se lamentait-il.En: he lamented.Fr: Mais tout ce qu'il trouvait était un sac gorgé de croissants.En: But all he found was a bag stuffed with croissants.Fr: Coralie, de son côté, découvrit le malentendu en essayant de prendre un croissant pour sa grand-mère.En: Coralie, for her part, discovered the misunderstanding while trying to take a croissant for her grandmother.Fr: Devant elle, une housse de violon vide.En: In front of her was an empty violin case.Fr: Elle comprit vite, voyant Étienne chercher partout, que son sac était désormais entre les mains du musicien.En: She quickly understood, seeing Étienne searching everywhere, that her bag was now in the hands of the musician.Fr: Dans la foule, Coralie rejoignit Étienne.En: In the crowd, Coralie joined Étienne.Fr: "Excusez-moi, avez-vous vu un sac plein de croissants ?En: "Excuse me, have you seen a bag full of croissants?"Fr: ", demanda-t-elle.En: she asked.Fr: Étienne lui montra le sac qu'il avait.En: Étienne showed her the bag he had.Fr: "Je crois que ceci est à vous, et votre sac est avec moi", dit-il, confus mais soulagé.En: "I believe this is yours, and your bag is with me," he said, confused but relieved.Fr: Coralie sourit en réalisant la méprise.En: Coralie smiled, realizing the mix-up.Fr: "Oh, quel quiproquo !En: "Oh, what a misunderstanding!Fr: Comment allons-nous trouver votre violon ?En: How will we find your violin?"Fr: ", demanda-t-elle.En: she asked.Fr: Étienne décida d'improviser.En: Étienne decided to improvise.Fr: Il attrapa quelques ustensiles des étals voisins et se mit à créer des percussions avec des boîtes en métal et des couvercles.En: He grabbed some utensils from nearby stalls and started creating percussion with metal boxes and lids.Fr: La foule se rassembla pour écouter cet artiste inhabituel.En: The crowd gathered to listen to this unusual artist.Fr: Coralie, amusée par son inventivité, dansa et chanta, attirant encore plus de gens.En: Coralie, amused by his creativity, danced and sang, drawing even more people.Fr: Ils avancèrent ainsi, suivant les rires des enfants.En: They moved forward, following the children's laughter.Fr: Tout à coup, ils aperçurent un groupe de petits qui s'amusait avec une scène de Noël improvisée.En: Suddenly, they spotted a group of kids playing with an improvised Christmas scene.Fr: La housse de violon servait de traîneau tandis que le sac de croissants formait un oreiller doux.En: The violin case was serving as a sled while the croissant bag formed a soft pillow.Fr: Étienne et Coralie éclatèrent de rire devant cette scène cocasse.En: Étienne and Coralie burst out laughing at this comical scene.Fr: Ils récupérèrent leurs biens et remercièrent les enfants avec quelques airs festifs, joués ensemble.En: They retrieved their belongings and thanked the children with some festive tunes, played together.Fr: La musique remplissait l'air, et tous dans le marché étaient ravis.En: The music filled the air, and everyone in the market was delighted.Fr: En fin de journée, Étienne, avec son violon retrouvé, et Coralie, avec ses croissants intacts, offrirent un concert impromptu aux passants.En: At the end of the day, Étienne, with his violin found, and Coralie, with her croissants intact, offered an impromptu concert to the passersby.Fr: Les gens s'arrêtèrent pour écouter, applaudissant avec enthousiasme.En: People stopped to listen, applauding enthusiastically.Fr: Étienne comprit la valeur de l'improvisation et du travail en équipe, et Coralie découvrit la joie de se laisser porter par l'instant.En: Étienne understood the value of improvisation and teamwork, and Coralie discovered the joy of going with the flow.Fr: Le marché brillait plus fort que jamais, sous le ciel sombre de l'hiver, illuminé par l'esprit de Noël et le bonheur partagé.En: The market shone brighter than ever, under the dark winter sky, illuminated by the spirit of Christmas and shared happiness. Vocabulary Words:the market: le marchémulled wine: le vin chaudthe mistake: l'erreurthe passerby: le passantthe croissant: le croissantthe panic: la paniqueempty: videthe misunderstanding: le malentenduthe musician: le musicienthe confusion: la mépriseto improvise: improviserthe utensil: l'ustensilethe stall: l'étalthe crowd: la foulethe creativity: l'inventivitéto dance: danserthe laughter: le rirethe sled: le traîneauthe pillow: l'oreillerbelongings: les biensto thank: remercierplayful: cocassethe joy: la joieimprovised: improviséto attract: attirerthe tune: l'airthe teamwork: le travail en équipethe spirit: l'espritthe happiness: le bonheurto shine: briller

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Former U.S. Senator Jack Danforth joins the Chuck ToddCast for a candid and sweeping conversation about the crisis inside the Republican Party and the decay of American politics. Danforth explains why he’s devoted his later years to trying to rehabilitate the GOP—even as he admits the effort may be futile—and argues that Congress has devolved into a stage for self-promotion rather than a forum for legislating. He and Chuck explore how weak parties coexist with fierce partisan loyalty, how smartphones and grievance politics have poisoned public discourse, and why the joy has drained from public service. Danforth reflects on the GOP’s transformation from the “family party” into one defined by division, how Christians have been pushed into a persecution mindset, and why Trump has inflicted deeper damage on the country than any single figure in U.S. history. The conversation turns to the future: whether leaders like James Lankford can spark a moral revival within the GOP, what true conservatism should stand for after being hollowed out by MAGA, and why Republican voters deserve a candidate who actually reflects traditional conservative principles. Danforth and Chuck also dig into constitutional reform, the filibuster, the politicization of the judiciary, and Congress’s abdication on major issues like Social Security and Medicare. Ultimately, Danforth makes the case that America must rediscover kindness, character, and a sense of shared identity if it hopes to govern itself the way the founders intended. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. 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Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Senator Jack Danforth joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:30 Why he’s focused on rehabilitating the Republican party 02:15 We need to restore the role of congress 03:15 Congress has become about self-promotion over legislating 04:30 The parties are weak, but partisan loyalty is strong 05:45 What could moderate both parties? 07:45 Rehabilitating the Republican party might be futile 10:00 Politics has become incredibly ugly, aggrieved and bitter 11:00 The joy has left politics 11:30 Republicans were the “family party”, now has ICE breaking them up 12:45 Christians have been whipped up into a persecution complex 14:15 The country hoped Joe Biden would serve as a healer 15:45 Smartphones have warped political discourse (AUDIO ISSUE) 16:30 There has to be a focus on “who we are as a people” 17:00 Trump has caused more damage to U.S. than any other person 18:15 James Lankford could be a leader in moral revival of GOP 20:30 We need to show kindness to people on the other side of the aisle 21:15 We as a people, are not like Donald Trump 22:45 Trump’s governance and style are not conservative 23:15 Conservatism has lost all meaning in the era of MAGA 25:30 Republican voters need to be offered a truly conservative candidate 26:45 The GOP is now a “strong government” party, not “small government” 27:30 “Our Republican Legacy” is trying to restore traditional GOP 29:00 Does the Republican party stand for anything anymore? 30:30 There are enough shellshocked Americans to get constitutional changes 31:30 Why a constitutional convention would be a bad idea 33:00 The founders trusted us to govern ourselves 34:15 The founders did fear the voter, and added checks to their power 35:45 Money isn’t the same as speech, and it’s corrupted our politics 37:30 Congress must retain the power to tax 39:30 GOP congress has mostly been on vacation and doing TV hits 41:15 Congress is doing nothing to solve the insolvency of social security 42:30 Medicare cuts are coming if congress doesn’t act 44:30 The public learned things during the deliberations over Obamacare 45:30 There is no “perfect bill”, it’s supposed to be a compromise 47:00 Judicial confirmation and judiciary have become politicized 48:30 We have collectively starting thinking of the judiciary as policy making 51:45 If we restored the filibuster for justices, we may never be able to confirm 53:00 Many senators are just automatic no votes against other parties nominees 54:45 What should the filibuster rule be in a perfect world? 56:30 Hope for restoring more traditional conservatives to congress 57:45 What conservative values would you like to see restored? 59:15 High character used to be an asset in politicsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck breaks down Donald Trump’s increasingly brazen behavior — from his overtly racist comments about Somalis to his dehumanizing rhetoric that can incite real-world violence — and examines why so many Americans have become numb to it. He explores how the erosion of shame has stripped the public of a key accountability tool, how Trump has mainstreamed kleptocracy and mob-style politics, and why even many Republicans are uneasy with his drug trafficker pardon and his abuse of the presidential pardon power more broadly. Chuck also details the administration’s reported strong arming of corporate mergers, the normalization of corruption, and the role of media fragmentation — amplified by Trump and Fox News — in enabling behavior that would spark impeachment calls if committed by any Democrat. From national security risks to America’s deteriorating reputation as a rule-of-law nation, Chuck traces how Trump’s conduct has reached unprecedented levels while the country struggles with “Trump fatigue” heading into the next election. Then, former U.S. Senator Jack Danforth joins the Chuck ToddCast for a candid and sweeping conversation about the crisis inside the Republican Party and the decay of American politics. Danforth explains why he’s devoted his later years to trying to rehabilitate the GOP—even as he admits the effort may be futile—and argues that Congress has devolved into a stage for self-promotion rather than a forum for legislating. He and Chuck explore how weak parties coexist with fierce partisan loyalty, how smartphones and grievance politics have poisoned public discourse, and why the joy has drained from public service. Danforth reflects on the GOP’s transformation from the “family party” into one defined by division, how Christians have been pushed into a persecution mindset, and why Trump has inflicted deeper damage on the country than any single figure in U.S. history. The conversation turns to the future: whether leaders like James Lankford can spark a moral revival within the GOP, what true conservatism should stand for after being hollowed out by MAGA, and why Republican voters deserve a candidate who actually reflects traditional conservative principles. Danforth and Chuck also dig into constitutional reform, the filibuster, the politicization of the judiciary, and Congress’s abdication on major issues like Social Security and Medicare. Ultimately, Danforth makes the case that America must rediscover kindness, character, and a sense of shared identity if it hopes to govern itself the way the founders intended. Finally, he answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment and gives his college football preview/rant. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 02:30 Trump made heinous and overtly racist comments about Somalis 03:15 The inability to shame has taken away public’s tool for accountability 04:15 Trump’s dehumanizing language can lead to physical violence 05:45 Trump fatigue will make upcoming elections tough for GOP 07:00 Too many high character people shrug their shoulders at Trump 07:45 Trump has mainstreamed kleptocracy 09:00 Republicans are expressing discomfort over drug trafficker pardon 11:30 Even Trump supporters say they don’t like some of Trump’s behavior 12:15 Trump doesn’t think white collar crimes are crimes 13:30 Merger approval relies on currying favor with Trump 14:45 Administration is strongarming the Warner Bros acquisition 16:00 What was the price for Henry Cuellar’s pardon? 16:30 Trump is basically running a mob-style protection racket 18:00 Why are we so numb to Trump’s abhorrent behavior? 19:30 If any Democrat behaved this way, Republicans would impeach 21:45 Fragmentation of media allows Trump to get away with more 23:00 Hegseth risked lives of military members by using signal chat 24:30 Trump + Fox News have character assassinated legacy media 25:15 Trump’s pardons are among the most criminal acts ever by a president 27:30 Biden’s family pardons gave a permission slip for Trump to do far worse 28:30 Trump has damaged America’s reputation as a country with rule of law 29:30 Trump’s corruption has become normalized when there should be outrage 31:00 Pardons are the one dictatorial power Trump has, and he’s abusing it 37:00 Senator Jack Danforth joins the Chuck ToddCast 38:30 Why he’s focused on rehabilitating the Republican party 39:15 We need to restore the role of congress 40:15 Congress has become about self-promotion over legislating 41:30 The parties are weak, but partisan loyalty is strong 42:45 What could moderate both parties? 44:45 Rehabilitating the Republican party might be futile 47:00 Politics has become incredibly ugly, aggrieved and bitter 48:00 The joy has left politics 48:30 Republicans were the “family party”, now has ICE breaking them up 49:45 Christians have been whipped up into a persecution complex 51:15 The country hoped Joe Biden would serve as a healer 52:45 Smartphones have warped political discourse (AUDIO ISSUE) 53:30 There has to be a focus on “who we are as a people” 54:00 Trump has caused more damage to U.S. than any other person 55:15 James Lankford could be a leader in moral revival of GOP 57:30 We need to show kindness to people on the other side of the aisle 58:15 We as a people, are not like Donald Trump 59:45 Trump’s governance and style are not conservative 1:00:15 Conservatism has lost all meaning in the era of MAGA 1:02:30 Republican voters need to be offered a truly conservative candidate 1:03:45 The GOP is now a “strong government” party, not “small government” 1:04:30 “Our Republican Legacy” is trying to restore traditional GOP 1:06:00 Does the Republican party stand for anything anymore? 1:07:30 There are enough shellshocked Americans to get constitutional changes 1:08:30 Why a constitutional convention would be a bad idea 1:10:00 The founders trusted us to govern ourselves 1:11:15 The founders did fear the voter, and added checks to their power 1:12:45 Money isn’t the same as speech, and it’s corrupted our politics 1:14:30 Congress must retain the power to tax 1:16:30 GOP congress has mostly been on vacation and doing TV hits 1:18:15 Congress is doing nothing to solve the insolvency of social security 1:19:30 Medicare cuts are coming if congress doesn’t act 1:21:30 The public learned things during the deliberations over Obamacare 1:22:30 There is no “perfect bill”, it’s supposed to be a compromise 1:24:00 Judicial confirmation and judiciary have become politicized 1:25:30 We have collectively starting thinking of the judiciary as policy making 1:28:45 If we restored the filibuster for justices, we may never be able to confirm 1:30:00 Many senators are just automatic no votes against other parties nominees 1:31:45 What should the filibuster rule be in a perfect world? 1:33:30 Hope for restoring more traditional conservatives to congress 1:34:45 What conservative values would you like to see restored? 1:36:15 High character used to be an asset in politics 1:38:30 Chuck’s thoughts on the interview with Sen. Jack Danforth 1:39:45 Ask Chuck 1:40:00 Has shifting resources to immigration made FBI miss attacks? 1:44:45 Why does college football feel so broken? 1:51:30 Will we see Supreme Court justices retire before midterms? 1:54:30 How do weaker parties lead to stronger partisans? 2:00:00 College football rantSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck breaks down Donald Trump’s increasingly brazen behavior — from his overtly racist comments about Somalis to his dehumanizing rhetoric that can incite real-world violence — and examines why so many Americans have become numb to it. He explores how the erosion of shame has stripped the public of a key accountability tool, how Trump has mainstreamed kleptocracy and mob-style politics, and why even many Republicans are uneasy with his drug trafficker pardon and his abuse of the presidential pardon power more broadly. Chuck also details the administration’s reported strong arming of corporate mergers, the normalization of corruption, and the role of media fragmentation — amplified by Trump and Fox News — in enabling behavior that would spark impeachment calls if committed by any Democrat. From national security risks to America’s deteriorating reputation as a rule-of-law nation, Chuck traces how Trump’s conduct has reached unprecedented levels while the country struggles with “Trump fatigue” heading into the next election. Finally, he answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment and gives his college football preview/rant. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 02:30 Trump made heinous and overtly racist comments about Somalis 03:15 The inability to shame has taken away public’s tool for accountability 04:15 Trump’s dehumanizing language can lead to physical violence 05:45 Trump fatigue will make upcoming elections tough for GOP 07:00 Too many high character people shrug their shoulders at Trump 07:45 Trump has mainstreamed kleptocracy 09:00 Republicans are expressing discomfort over drug trafficker pardon 11:30 Even Trump supporters say they don’t like some of Trump’s behavior 12:15 Trump doesn’t think white collar crimes are crimes 13:30 Merger approval relies on currying favor with Trump 14:45 Administration is strongarming the Warner Bros acquisition 16:00 What was the price for Henry Cuellar’s pardon? 16:30 Trump is basically running a mob-style protection racket 18:00 Why are we so numb to Trump’s abhorrent behavior? 19:30 If any Democrat behaved this way, Republicans would impeach 21:45 Fragmentation of media allows Trump to get away with more 23:00 Hegseth risked lives of military members by using signal chat 24:30 Trump + Fox News have character assassinated legacy media 25:15 Trump’s pardons are among the most criminal acts ever by a president 27:30 Biden’s family pardons gave a permission slip for Trump to do far worse 28:30 Trump has damaged America’s reputation as a country with rule of law 29:30 Trump’s corruption has become normalized when there should be outrage 31:00 Pardons are the one dictatorial power Trump has, and he’s abusing it 36:00 Ask Chuck 36:15 Has shifting resources to immigration made FBI miss attacks? 41:00 Why does college football feel so broken? 47:45 Will we see Supreme Court justices retire before midterms? 50:45 How do weaker parties lead to stronger partisans? 56:15 College football rantSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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It's Hump Day on the Majority Report On today's program: Aftyn Behn outperforms expectations in the special election for Tennessee's 7th Congressional District, a result that could signal trouble for the GOP heading into the 2026 midterms. Jessica Burbank, a contributor to Drop Site News, joins Sam and Emma to discuss Flock Safety—a Peter Thiel–funded, AI-powered surveillance company that is building an unregulated nationwide monitoring network in potential violation of the Fourth Amendment. Checkout Jessica's piece for Drop Site News and accompanying documentary on YouTube. K. Sabeel Rahman, professor of law at Cornell University, joins the program to discuss his piece in Dissent magazine, "The Case for a Third Reconstruction". In the Fun Half: Trump convenes a chaotic Cabinet meeting; one he slept through for the most part, waking only to unleash racist attacks on Somali refugees. Meanwhile, Hegseth keeps trying to pass responsibility for his war crimes to Admiral Bradley. Peter Thiel's guru, Curtis Yarvin shares his nazi "origin story" Sam and Emma take a look at the Trailer for "The Voice of Hind Rajab", a docudrama that follows the Red Crescent response to the killing of the five-year-old Palestinian girl. Hillary Clinton blames TikTok for ruining Israel's reputation. All that and more. The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: SHOPIFY: Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/majority WILDGRAIN: Get $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/MAJORITY to start your subscription. ZBIOTICS: Go to https://zbiotics.com/MAJORITY and use MAJORITY at checkout for 15% off any first-time orders of ZBiotics probiotics NAKED WINES: To get 6 bottles of wine for $39.99, head to NakedWines.com/MAJORITY and use code MAJORITY for both the code AND PASSWORD. SUNSET LAKE: Use coupon code "Left Is Best" (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order at SunsetLakeCBD.com  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech On Instagram: @MrBryanVokey Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com  

Entrepreneur, investor, and former “Shark Tank” star Matt Higgins joins the Chuck ToddCast for a wide-ranging conversation on ambition, politics, media, and the rapidly accelerating drone arms race. Higgins reflects on his rise from humble beginnings to serial entrepreneurship, why highlighting adversity can sometimes unintentionally promote victimhood, and how government should focus on leveling the playing field with empathy—not bureaucracy. He also explains why America is undergoing a political realignment and how leaving politics reshaped his view of its inherent narcissism. From the personalization of media to the implicit bias baked into journalism, Higgins warns about how online life can warp our sense of reality and why LinkedIn has succeeded by avoiding the toxicity of other platforms. The discussion then turns to the future of warfare, where drones have transformed the battlefield and triggered the most significant arms race since the nuclear age. Higgins breaks down how the Ukraine war changed everything, why the U.S. is dangerously dependent on Chinese drone technology, and how difficult it will be to build a domestic drone industry without key components like magnets. He also outlines what a modern 9/11-style attack might look like, why America still isn’t prepared to defend public spaces from drone terrorism, and the urgent lessons policymakers should take from past failures. The episode wraps with a detour into the NFL: what makes a great owner, why inherited wealth doesn’t equal success, and why both New York football teams continue to puzzle fans and analysts alike. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Matt Higgins joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:00 Matt’s journey to becoming a “serial entrepreneur” 02:15 There are hurdles, but any American can climb the ladder 03:30 Coming from nothing to finding great success in business 05:00 Do we encourage victimhood by highlighting challenging upbringings 06:15 Some ambitious, successful people need to “chase something” 08:00 Where should government have been more/less involved in your businesses? 09:45 Government’s role should be leveling the playing field with empathy 12:00 America is in the middle of a political realignment 12:45 America needs a “next north star” after winning cold war 13:45 How Matt got started working for Rudy Giuliani 14:45 How did leaving politics change your view of politics? 15:45 There’s a degree of narcissism when you’re in government 16:30 The personalization of the media has politicized it 18:00 Humans are born with original bias, journalists will have it 20:15 There will be implicit bias infused in journalism, but it’s gone too far 22:00 If you spend too much time online it warps your view of reality 23:30 LinkedIn has become a trusted space by not being like Twitter or IG 25:45 Press & comms shops matter more than ever in politics & business 28:30 Drones have completely changed the complexion of modern warfare 29:15 How Matt got into the military drone business 31:00 Everything changed in the drone space after the Ukraine war 32:00 Does automating warfare make killing easier when it looks like a video game? 33:00 The U.S. needs an arsenal of drones it doesn’t currently have 34:15 You can’t make drone motors without magnets & the U.S. doesn’t make them 34:45 Drones are the biggest arms race since nuclear weapons 35:30 A dependency on Chinese drones was created in the U.S. 36:15 Biggest obstacles to building a domestic drone industry 37:30 A modern 9/11 style attack would most likely involve drones 39:00 We haven’t figured out protecting public spaces from drones 41:30 What lessons can we take away from 9/11 for countering drone terrorism? 43:30 What makes a good NFL owner and how much does ownership matter? 45:15 Owners shouldn’t placate media or fans with short term moves 45:45 Why is it so hard to build a winner with the Jets? 48:00 Inherited wealth vs success in business impact on sports owners 49:30 D.C. still isn’t aware of how important the drone arms race is 50:30 America’s enemies are learning how to make drones at scale See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Chuck Todd breaks down the surprising Democratic overperformance in Tennessee’s TN-07 special election and what it signals about a rapidly shifting political landscape. From early cracks in Trump’s coalition to the GOP narrowly avoiding a full-scale collapse in a district they should have won easily, Chuck explains why this political environment is inching toward a Democratic “wave.” He digs into why Aftyn Behn’s imperfections didn’t stop her from overperforming, why Republicans can’t replicate this win in dozens of upcoming races, and how establishment ties have become toxic for candidates in Trump’s GOP. With ACA subsidies, tariffs, and Venezuela emerging as major vulnerabilities—and Trump issuing weekly, indefensible pardons—Chuck argues we may be witnessing the end stages of the Trump era. Plus, he makes the case that Democrats’ Senate prospects are stronger than people realize, especially in an environment defined by high Democratic enthusiasm and a struggling economy. Finally, Chuck gives his ToddCast Top 5 at-risk Senate seats in a “blue wave” election and answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 01:00 Takeaways from the TN-07 special election 02:15 Trend of Democrat overperformance continued in Tennessee 03:00 Is this political environment turning into a “wave” scenario for Democrats? 04:00 We’ve already started seeing cracks in Trump’s coalition 05:00 A loss in TN-07 would have led to the bottom falling out for the GOP 07:00 Aftyn Behn was not the perfect candidate for Dems in TN-07 08:45 Republicans will struggle to replicate this win in 35-40 races 11:00 Being associated with the establishment can be the kiss of death 11:30 Democrats are in a great political environment, Trump’s grip is slipping 12:15 GOP will likely extend ACA subsidies to mitigate the political damage 13:30 Tariffs and Venezuela are two big political liabilities for GOP 16:00 There was no mention of Trump from Matt Van Epps during campaign 16:30 There aren’t any positive future headlines coming for Republicans 18:15 We’re at the end stages of the Trump era 19:15 Environment will be high Democrat enthusiasm, with a bad economy 20:30 Trump’s granting indefensible pardons on a weekly basis 22:00 People are underrating Democrats chances of winning senate 24:00 If history is a guide, the likelihood of Dems winning 4 senate seats is high 30:30 ToddCast Top 5 Senate seats on “blue wave watch” 31:15 Historical precedents for massive upsets during wave years 34:15 #5 Florida 36:30 #4 Kentucky 38:45 #3 South Carolina 43:15 #2 Mississippi 44:45 #1 Montana 46:45 Ask Chuck 47:00 Thanks for having Clay Travis on to push us outside our bubbles 49:15 What to make of all the censures in congress? 53:30 How do the U.S. & Europe get responsible leaders into power? 1:01:15 Why is Biden facing challenges fundraising for his library? 1:05:00 Could Trump’s legacy become that of Benedict Arnold? 1:08:45 Could we see a mixed party presidential ticket in the future?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Chuck Todd breaks down the surprising Democratic overperformance in Tennessee’s TN-07 special election and what it signals about a rapidly shifting political landscape. From early cracks in Trump’s coalition to the GOP narrowly avoiding a full-scale collapse in a district they should have won easily, Chuck explains why this political environment is inching toward a Democratic “wave.” He digs into why Aftyn Behn’s imperfections didn’t stop her from overperforming, why Republicans can’t replicate this win in dozens of upcoming races, and how establishment ties have become toxic for candidates in Trump’s GOP. With ACA subsidies, tariffs, and Venezuela emerging as major vulnerabilities—and Trump issuing weekly, indefensible pardons—Chuck argues we may be witnessing the end stages of the Trump era. Plus, he makes the case that Democrats’ Senate prospects are stronger than people realize, especially in an environment defined by high Democratic enthusiasm and a struggling economy. Then, entrepreneur, investor, and former “Shark Tank” star Matt Higgins joins the Chuck ToddCast for a wide-ranging conversation on ambition, politics, media, and the rapidly accelerating drone arms race. Higgins reflects on his rise from humble beginnings to serial entrepreneurship, why highlighting adversity can sometimes unintentionally promote victimhood, and how government should focus on leveling the playing field with empathy—not bureaucracy. He also explains why America is undergoing a political realignment and how leaving politics reshaped his view of its inherent narcissism. From the personalization of media to the implicit bias baked into journalism, Higgins warns about how online life can warp our sense of reality and why LinkedIn has succeeded by avoiding the toxicity of other platforms. The discussion then turns to the future of warfare, where drones have transformed the battlefield and triggered the most significant arms race since the nuclear age. Higgins breaks down how the Ukraine war changed everything, why the U.S. is dangerously dependent on Chinese drone technology, and how difficult it will be to build a domestic drone industry without key components like magnets. He also outlines what a modern 9/11-style attack might look like, why America still isn’t prepared to defend public spaces from drone terrorism, and the urgent lessons policymakers should take from past failures. The episode wraps with a detour into the NFL: what makes a great owner, why inherited wealth doesn’t equal success, and why both New York football teams continue to puzzle fans and analysts alike. Finally, Chuck gives his ToddCast Top 5 at-risk Senate seats in a “blue wave” election and answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 01:00 Takeaways from the TN-07 special election 02:15 Trend of Democrat overperformance continued in Tennessee 03:00 Is this political environment turning into a “wave” scenario for Democrats? 04:00 We’ve already started seeing cracks in Trump’s coalition 05:00 A loss in TN-07 would have led to the bottom falling out for the GOP 07:00 Aftyn Behn was not the perfect candidate for Dems in TN-07 08:45 Republicans will struggle to replicate this win in 35-40 races 11:00 Being associated with the establishment can be the kiss of death 11:30 Democrats are in a great political environment, Trump’s grip is slipping 12:15 GOP will likely extend ACA subsidies to mitigate the political damage 13:30 Tariffs and Venezuela are two big political liabilities for GOP 16:00 There was no mention of Trump from Matt Van Epps during campaign 16:30 There aren’t any positive future headlines coming for Republicans 18:15 We’re at the end stages of the Trump era 19:15 Environment will be high Democrat enthusiasm, with a bad economy 20:30 Trump’s granting indefensible pardons on a weekly basis 22:00 People are underrating Democrats chances of winning senate 24:00 If history is a guide, the likelihood of Dems winning 4 senate seats is high 31:15 Matt Higgins joins the Chuck ToddCast 32:15 Matt’s journey to becoming a “serial entrepreneur” 33:30 There are hurdles, but any American can climb the ladder 34:45 Coming from nothing to finding great success in business 36:15 Do we encourage victimhood by highlighting challenging upbringings 37:30 Some ambitious, successful people need to “chase something” 39:15 Where should government have been more/less involved in your businesses? 41:00 Government’s role should be leveling the playing field with empathy 43:15 America is in the middle of a political realignment 44:00 America needs a “next north star” after winning cold war 45:00 How Matt got started working for Rudy Giuliani 46:00 How did leaving politics change your view of politics? 47:00 There’s a degree of narcissism when you’re in government 47:45 The personalization of the media has politicized it 49:15 Humans are born with original bias, journalists will have it 51:30 There will be implicit bias infused in journalism, but it’s gone too far 53:15 If you spend too much time online it warps your view of reality 54:45 LinkedIn has become a trusted space by not being like Twitter or IG 57:00 Press & comms shops matter more than ever in politics & business 59:45 Drones have completely changed the complexion of modern warfare 1:00:30 How Matt got into the military drone business 1:02:15 Everything changed in the drone space after the Ukraine war 1:03:15 Does automating warfare make killing easier when it looks like a video game? 1:04:15 The U.S. needs an arsenal of drones it doesn’t currently have 1:05:30 You can’t make drone motors without magnets & the U.S. doesn’t make them 1:06:00 Drones are the biggest arms race since nuclear weapons 1:06:45 A dependency on Chinese drones was created in the U.S. 1:07:30 Biggest obstacles to building a domestic drone industry 1:08:45 A modern 9/11 style attack would most likely involve drones 1:10:15 We haven’t figured out protecting public spaces from drones 1:12:45 What lessons can we take away from 9/11 for countering drone terrorism? 1:14:45 What makes a good NFL owner and how much does ownership matter? 1:16:30 Owners shouldn’t placate media or fans with short term moves 1:17:00 Why is it so hard to build a winner with the Jets? 1:19:15 Inherited wealth vs success in business impact on sports owners 1:20:45 D.C. still isn’t aware of how important the drone arms race is 1:21:45 America’s enemies are learning how to make drones at scale 01:25:30 Chuck’s thoughts on interview with Matt Higgins 01:26:45 ToddCast Top 5 Senate seats on “blue wave watch” 01:27:30 Historical precedents for massive upsets during wave years 01:30:30 #5 Florida 01:32:45 #4 Kentucky 01:35:00 #3 South Carolina 01:39:30 #2 Mississippi 01:41:00 #1 Montana 01:43:00 Ask Chuck 01:43:15 Thanks for having Clay Travis on to push us outside our bubbles 01:45:30 What to make of all the censures in congress? 01:49:45 How do the U.S. & Europe get responsible leaders into power? 01:57:30 Why is Biden facing challenges fundraising for his library? 02:01:15 Could Trump’s legacy become that of Benedict Arnold? 02:05:00 Could we see a mixed party presidential ticket in the future?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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How is AI influencing our decisions? Is opting IN to every AI offer causing us to opt OUT of our free will? Jake Ward is a former NBC News correspondent & is currently the founding editor & host of The Rip Current newsletter & podcast, which looks at the hidden forces of modern life, like Big Tech, business, and politics. He's also the author of The Loop: How AI is creating a world without choices & how to fight back. In this episode, you'll hear how the brain ACTUALLY makes decisions & how corporations leverage that without you knowing, how Corporate exceptionalism + American exceptionalism = tragedy & the case for inefficiency.  If you like this episode, you'll also like episode 205: NEUROTECH: SCIENTIFIC ADVANCEMENT OR MIND CONTROL? Host:  https://www.meredithforreal.com/  https://www.instagram.com/meredithforreal/ meredith@meredithforreal.comhttps://www.youtube.com/meredithforreal  https://www.facebook.com/meredithforrealthecuriousintrovert  Sponsors: https://www.jordanharbinger.com/starterpacks/ https://www.historicpensacola.org/about-us/  00:48 — The hidden cost of “opting in”01:32 — Is AI manipulating us?05:02 — AI's arrival vs. America's readiness06:05 — The brain that isn't built for this08:05 — Rock 'em Sock 'em brains09:12 — Why our instincts make us hackable15:20 — When companies exploit the “monkey brain”16:10 — Social casino games and human cynicism17:14 — The rise of AI psychosis18:02 — Why young developers can't see the danger19:00 — The “scale will solve it” delusion20:16 — Croissants, bolts, and AI ethics21:25 — What regulation really looks like22:30 — Politicians in your chat companion23:40 — The edge-case problem that becomes everyone's problem24:50 — Don't fear robot overlords — fear amplified instincts26:02 — Why our brains love flattery bots27:14 — When chatbots become the worst therapist28:20 — Isolation vs. connection in recovery32:55 — Can market signals actually work?34:00 — The case for the “less convenient” AI35:10 — Why bad AI is sometimes better for you42:15 — What parents need to decide early43:20 — Building community norms before tech does44:28 — Permission to have more fun without phones50:20 — Locating yourself in the narrative51:30 — The allergy model of human behavior52:48 — How shame keeps us from seeing ourselves56:40 — Preserving human friction58:20 — The case for inefficiency59:50 — Music, jokes, and the death of practice01:01:10 — The nightmare world of the AI life-coach01:03:30 — Jake's practical rules for tech sanity01:04:48 — Why satisfaction beats happiness01:08:00 — Jake's links, book & gratitude01:09:00 — Meredith's closing notes & next episodeRequest to join my private Facebook Group, MFR Curious Insiders https://www.facebook.com/share/g/1BAt3bpwJC/

On today’s Chuck ToddCast, editor of The Dispatch Sarah Isgur joins Chuck for a sweeping conversation about the Supreme Court, constitutional design, and the modern dysfunction of Congress. Sarah argues that SCOTUS is the only institution still operating as the founders intended—and with two major cases on the docket, the Court could soon reshape the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches. She and Chuck examine how the activist class has abandoned Congress, why long-term challenges like climate change require legislation rather than court battles, and how a dramatically expanded House—potentially 1,200 members or more—could restore true representation. They dig into how the collapse of traditional parties, the rise of communications-focused lawmakers, and the outsize influence of small states have all warped American governance. The conversation then widens into history, culture, and political “what-ifs”—from Ken Burns’ Revolutionary War documentary to the chaotic post-Lincoln era, to the tantalizing possibility that a surviving President Garfield might have accelerated civil rights by a century. Chuck and Sarah compare Obama to Chester Arthur, debate whether Democrats learned the wrong lessons from Trump, and revisit the alternate timelines of Chris Christie, Carly Fiorina, and the Tea Party. They close with a provocative question: Should the DOJ be structurally separated from the executive branch? And, more fundamentally, should it be far easier to amend the Constitution for a modern nation of 300 million people? Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Sarah Isgur joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:30 SCOTUS is the only institution functioning as founders intended 02:00 SCOTUS has 2 cases that could rebalance other two branches 03:15 SCOTUS may strengthen executive while empowering congress 05:30 What if SCOTUS gives Trump everything he wants? 07:00 Activist class has given up or ignored congressional authority 08:00 You need legislation to address long term problems like climate change 09:30 The house needs to be expanded to make it more representative 11:45 The house should have 1200+ members 13:15 We replaced political parties with high dollar special interests 14:00 Members aren’t attending town halls, they’re posting on social media 16:30 The two leaders of each chamber run congress, not committee chairs 17:15 Legislators are frustrated with the broken nature of congress 18:30 Members aren’t hiring legislating staff, they hire comms staff 20:00 Boebert, AOC, MTG would be backbenchers without comms 21:30 Small states are getting far too much influence electorally 24:30 The constitution is a good ballast if we follow it and regularly amend it 25:30 Ken Burns was gutsy to make a doc on the American revolution 27:00 If you want 300 million people to follow a law, it should take time to pass 29:00 Death By Lightning was too short to tell the whole story 31:00 “Manhunt” really painted a picture of Andrew Johnson 32:00 Lincoln assassination was meant to Lincoln's administration 32:45 Holiday reading list 34:00 End of 19th century was a weird time for the U.S. presidency 36:00 Rehnquist’s book comments on Bush v Gore through 19th century lens 37:45 Thomas Jefferson impeached justices in order to get a SCOTUS rubber stamp 38:30 Chuck’s project to create a scripted TV show about Garfield & reconstruction 39:45 George Washington wanted D.C. to be the biggest port city on east coast 42:30 1860-1865 was a fascinating time for the city of Washington DC 44:00 If Garfield lived we might have gotten the Civil Rights Act 100 years sooner 45:30 Parallels between Obama and Chester A. Arthur presidencies 46:30 Democrats learning from Trump that action matters over process 47:30 Dems gutted their bench during Obama years 48:30 Obama endorsing Clinton was a massive mistake for the Democratic Party 51:00 GOP voters realized the “nice” candidate like Romney couldn’t win 52:30 Without “bridgegate”, Chris Christie may be president instead of Trump 54:00 Chris Christie is a wildly talented politician, but mismanaged era with his shot 55:30 The Tea Party energy in GOP could have derailed Christie’s ambitions 56:45 Christie derailed Carly Fiorina’s campaign in 2016 58:00 Should DOJ be detached from the executive branch? 1:00:30 Founders never specified how many justices should be on SCOTUS 1:03:15 Ford pardon was a huge mistake, created protected political class 1:04:45 Where to find Sarah’s work 1:06:00 It should be easier to pass constitutional amendmentsSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s episode of The Chuck ToddCast dives into the full spectrum of Donald Trump’s political chaos — from a deadly Venezuela boat strike that jolted Congress awake to an explosive shooting in Washington, D.C., where Trump delivered the most divisive response imaginable. Chuck breaks down how the shooter’s surprising CIA ties, Trump’s immediate “blame game,” and his increasingly politicized rhetoric toward the military risk putting service members in harm’s way. He examines Trump’s contradictory foreign policy moves, including pardoning a cocaine-trafficking former Honduran president and a billionaire fraudster, all while saber-rattling toward Venezuela and relying on Roger Stone as his unofficial “pardon broker.” With Republicans bracing for a wave of resignations and watchdog committees gearing up for investigations, Chuck argues that the founders never intended the pardon power to be used this way — and that a constitutional fix may now be essential. Then, editor of The Dispatch, Sarah Isgur joins Chuck for a sweeping conversation about the Supreme Court, constitutional design, and the modern dysfunction of Congress. Sarah argues that SCOTUS is the only institution still operating as the founders intended—and with two major cases on the docket, the Court could soon reshape the balance of power between the executive and legislative branches. She and Chuck examine how the activist class has abandoned Congress, why long-term challenges like climate change require legislation rather than court battles, and how a dramatically expanded House—potentially 1,200 members or more—could restore true representation. They dig into how the collapse of traditional parties, the rise of communications-focused lawmakers, and the outsize influence of small states have all warped American governance. The conversation then widens into history, culture, and political “what-ifs”—from Ken Burns’ Revolutionary War documentary to the chaotic post-Lincoln era, to the tantalizing possibility that a surviving President Garfield might have accelerated civil rights by a century. Chuck and Sarah compare Obama to Chester Arthur, debate whether Democrats learned the wrong lessons from Trump, and revisit the alternate timelines of Chris Christie, Carly Fiorina, and the Tea Party. They close with a provocative question: Should the DOJ be structurally separated from the executive branch? And, more fundamentally, should it be far easier to amend the Constitution for a modern nation of 300 million people? Finally, Chuck hops into the ToddCast Time Machine to December 7th, 1941 when FDR addressed the nation via radio after Pearl Harbor, and traces the history of media fragmentation throughout the decades. He also answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment and gives his college football update. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 02:00 We got the full spectrum of Trump this week 02:45 Venezuela boat strike has awoken congress from its slumber 03:15 Pete Hegseth could take the fall for war crime strike 04:00 Resignation of head of SouthCom was a flashing red light 05:45 Two national guardsmen shot in Washington D.C. 06:45 Trump’s response to shooting was most divisive possible 07:30 Surprising that shooter was Afghan employee of CIA 08:45 It’s likely shooter was mentally unstable & something triggered him 09:30 Trump immediately went into “blame game” mode after shooting 10:15 Trump’s entire political currency is division 11:00 Trump’s politicization of military risks putting target on their back 12:00 Trump blames Biden’s vetting, but administration rarely vets anything 12:45 Trump gave away everything U.S. won in Afghanistan to Taliban 14:30 Every president in the 21st century has screwed up Afghanistan 15:45 Trump tried to weaponize the shooting for political gain 17:30 Pay attention to what Trump does, not what he says 18:15 Trump pardons cocaine trafficking ex president of Honduras 19:00 Trump threatens war with Venezuela over drugs, then gives this pardon?? 20:00 Trump threatens voters of Honduras over their election 20:45 Roger Stone has become Trump’s pardon merchant 21:45 Pardon was direct result of Roger Stone’s lobbying 22:15 Trump has normalized pardoning of convicted felons 24:15 Trump pardons executive guilty of 1.6B fraud scheme 25:15 Trump’s pardons are far more corrupt than prior president’s pardons 27:30 We need a constitutional amendment to change the pardon power 28:30 Founder imagined congress would prevent abuse of pardon power 29:15 We’ll likely see 2-4 retirements per week in congress through December 30:45 Senate Armed Services committee will do thorough investigation of strike 32:15 Trump is likely to give an illegal order w/ military action in Venezuela 33:45 Trump’s coalition wanted less military intervention overseas 39:30 Sarah Isgur joins the Chuck ToddCast 41:00 SCOTUS is the only institution functioning as founders intended 41:30 SCOTUS has 2 cases that could rebalance other two branches 42:45 SCOTUS may strengthen executive while empowering congress 45:00 What if SCOTUS gives Trump everything he wants? 46:30 Activist class has given up or ignored congressional authority 47:30 You need legislation to address long term problems like climate change 49:00 The house needs to be expanded to make it more representative 51:15 The house should have 1200+ members 52:45 We replaced political parties with high dollar special interests 53:30 Members aren’t attending town halls, they’re posting on social media 56:00 The two leaders of each chamber run congress, not committee chairs 56:45 Legislators are frustrated with the broken nature of congress 58:00 Members aren’t hiring legislating staff, they hire comms staff 59:30 Boebert, AOC, MTG would be backbenchers without comms 1:01:00 Small states are getting far too much influence electorally 1:04:00 The constitution is a good ballast if we follow it and regularly amend it 1:05:00 Ken Burns was gutsy to make a doc on the American revolution 1:06:30 If you want 300 million people to follow a law, it should take time to pass 1:08:30 Death By Lightning was too short to tell the whole story 1:10:30 “Manhunt” really painted a picture of Andrew Johnson 1:11:30 Lincoln assassination was meant to upend Lincoln's administration 1:12:15 Holiday reading list 1:13:30 End of 19th century was a weird time for the U.S. presidency 1:15:30 Rehnquist’s book comments on Bush v Gore through 19th century lens 1:17:15 Thomas Jefferson impeached justices in order to get a SCOTUS rubber stamp 1:18:00 Chuck’s project to create a scripted TV show about Garfield & reconstruction 1:19:15 George Washington wanted D.C. to be the biggest port city on east coast 1:22:00 1860-1865 was a fascinating time for the city of Washington DC 1:23:30 If Garfield lived we might have gotten the Civil Rights Act 100 years sooner 1:25:00 Parallels between Obama and Chester A. Arthur presidencies 1:26:00 Democrats learning from Trump that action matters over process 1:27:00 Dems gutted their bench during Obama years 1:28:00 Obama endorsing Clinton was a massive mistake for the Democratic Party 1:30:30 GOP voters realized the “nice” candidate like Romney couldn’t win 1:32:00 Without “bridgegate”, Chris Christie may be president instead of Trump 1:33:30 Chris Christie is a wildly talented politician, but mismanaged era with his shot 1:35:00 The Tea Party energy in GOP could have derailed Christie’s ambitions 1:36:15 Christie derailed Carly Fiorina’s campaign in 2016 1:37:30 Should DOJ be detached from the executive branch? 1:40:00 Founders never specified how many justices should be on SCOTUS 1:42:45 Ford pardon was a huge mistake, created protected political class 1:44:15 Where to find Sarah’s work 1:45:30 It should be easier to pass constitutional amendments 1:49:00 Chuck’s thoughts on interview with Sarah Isgur 1:49:45 ToddCast Time Machine - December 7th, 1941 1:50:30 The shock of Pearl Harbor is almost gone from living memory 1:51:00 Pearl Harbor showed the power of shared media experience 1:52:00 Radio was the height of communal media 1:52:15 December 1945, FCC gave massive expansion of FM radio 1:53:00 FM created the first fragmentation of media 1:54:00 Summer of 1980, Walkman introduced personalization in media 1:55:30 The Walkman was the beginning of mass media fragmentation 1:57:30 By 1990, 40% of minutes listened in the car weren’t radio 1:58:15 Radio never recovered from the Walkman 1:58:45 Streaming and social are diminishing TV & cable 1:59:30 For Americans under 60, almost all media consumption is on smartphones 2:02:00 Ask Chuck 2:02:15 Love for “The Barn” and the book recommendations 2:05:30 Is there any hope for a return to respectful bipartisan discourse? 2:11:15 Should we consider distributing presidential roles & diluting power? 2:16:00 What benefits do members of congress receive after leaving? 2:21:00 College football updateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

This week’s episode of The Chuck ToddCast dives into the full spectrum of Donald Trump’s political chaos — from a deadly Venezuela boat strike that jolted Congress awake to an explosive shooting in Washington, D.C., where Trump delivered the most divisive response imaginable. Chuck breaks down how the shooter’s surprising CIA ties, Trump’s immediate “blame game,” and his increasingly politicized rhetoric toward the military risk putting service members in harm’s way. He examines Trump’s contradictory foreign policy moves, including pardoning a cocaine-trafficking former Honduran president and a billionaire fraudster, all while saber-rattling toward Venezuela and relying on Roger Stone as his unofficial “pardon broker.” With Republicans bracing for a wave of resignations and watchdog committees gearing up for investigations, Chuck argues that the founders never intended the pardon power to be used this way — and that a constitutional fix may now be essential. Finally, Chuck hops into the ToddCast Time Machine to December 7th, 1941 when FDR addressed the nation via radio after Pearl Harbor, and traces the history of media fragmentation throughout the decades. He also answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment and gives his college football update. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 02:00 We got the full spectrum of Trump this week 02:45 Venezuela boat strike has awoken congress from its slumber 03:15 Pete Hegseth could take the fall for war crime strike 04:00 Resignation of head of SouthCom was a flashing red light 05:45 Two national guardsmen shot in Washington D.C. 06:45 Trump’s response to shooting was most divisive possible 07:30 Surprising that shooter was Afghan employee of CIA 08:45 It’s likely shooter was mentally unstable & something triggered him 09:30 Trump immediately went into “blame game” mode after shooting 10:15 Trump’s entire political currency is division 11:00 Trump’s politicization of military risks putting target on their back 12:00 Trump blames Biden’s vetting, but administration rarely vets anything 12:45 Trump gave away everything U.S. won in Afghanistan to Taliban 14:30 Every president in the 21st century has screwed up Afghanistan 15:45 Trump tried to weaponize the shooting for political gain 17:30 Pay attention to what Trump does, not what he says 18:15 Trump pardons cocaine trafficking ex president of Honduras 19:00 Trump threatens war with Venezuela over drugs, then gives this pardon?? 20:00 Trump threatens voters of Honduras over their election 20:45 Roger Stone has become Trump’s pardon merchant 21:45 Pardon was direct result of Roger Stone’s lobbying 22:15 Trump has normalized pardoning of convicted felons 24:15 Trump pardons executive guilty of 1.6B fraud scheme 25:15 Trump’s pardons are far more corrupt than prior president’s pardons 26:30 We need a constitutional amendment to change the pardon power 29:30 Founder imagined congress would prevent abuse of pardon power 28:15 We’ll likely see 2-4 retirements per week in congress through December 29:45 Senate Armed Services committee will do thorough investigation of strike 31:15 Trump is likely to give an illegal order w/ military action in Venezuela 32:45 Trump’s coalition wanted less military intervention overseas 38:45 ToddCast Time Machine - December 7th, 1941 39:30 The shock of Pearl Harbor is almost gone from living memory 40:00 Pearl Harbor showed the power of shared media experience 41:00 Radio was the height of communal media 41:15 December 1945, FCC gave massive expansion of FM radio 42:00 FM created the first fragmentation of media 43:00 Summer of 1980, Walkman introduced personalization in media 44:30 The Walkman was the beginning of mass media fragmentation 46:30 By 1990, 40% of minutes listened in the car weren’t radio 47:15 Radio never recovered from the Walkman 47:45 Streaming and social are diminishing TV & cable 48:30 For Americans under 60, almost all media consumption is on smartphones 51:00 Ask Chuck 51:15 Love for “The Barn” and the book recommendations 54:30 Is there any hope for a return to respectful bipartisan discourse? 1:00:15 Should we consider distributing presidential roles & diluting power? 1:05:00 What benefits do members of congress receive after leaving? 1:10:00 College football updateSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s Chuck ToddCast, Chuck breaks down why Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation is less an isolated drama and more a warning sign that Trump’s once-tight MAGA coalition is splintering. From Speaker Mike Johnson taking cues directly from Trump to a wave of looming GOP retirements, Chuck explains why Republicans may face a bleak 2026. He also digs into Trump’s mixed economic record, his unexpected openness to extending ACA subsidies, and the widening rift between Republicans over Ukraine, where a new peace proposal appears to reflect more of Kyiv’s asks than Moscow’s. With Europe carrying most of the burden and Trump seen abroad as a lame duck, Chuck argues that MAGA may be reaching the end of its political shelf life as fractures emerge across every major wing of the coalition. Finally, Chuck gives his ToddCast Top 5 Thanksgiving Dishes, previews a pivotal weekend in college football and answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 01:15 MTG’s resignation a sign of Trump’s coalition fracturing 02:00 MAGA is more likely to continue fracturing rather than galvanize 02:45 Republicans probably hoping for impeachment if Dems take house 04:00 Johnson keeping the house out of session was a huge mistake 05:30 Mike Johnson isn’t operating on his own, Trump dictates to him 07:00 Trump’s agenda has made the economy worse 08:45 Other Republican lawmakers signaling they may resign early 10:00 Holidays are the season of early retirement decisions 10:45 Likely we see 10 or more Republican retirements by end of January 12:30 Donald Trump signals willingness to extend ACA subsidies 14:45 Lame duck president and Dem majority will discourage GOP reelect bids 16:15 Congress has been cut out of governing, makes the job suck 17:45 Ukraine peace plan details have been all over the map 18:30 New peace deal contains more of Ukraine’s considerations 19:00 Trump just wants a deal, doesn’t care about the details 20:15 To his credit, Trump has people on his team supporting Ukraine 22:45 Skeptical that new deal will be well received by the Russians 23:45 Putin knows Trump is a lame duck and will play the long game 25:15 Europe provides most support to Ukraine, Trump has less leverage 27:00 Split between Rubio & Vance wings over Russia and Ukraine 28:15 We are seeing fractures throughout Trump’s coalition 29:15 MAGA may be approaching the end of its shelf life 33:45 Thanksgiving is where we try to be the best version of ourselves 34:45 ToddCast Top 5 Dishes For Thanksgiving Dinner 35:00 #1 A meat that is an alternative to roasted turkey 35:45 #2 Macaroni and cheese casserole, not out of the box 36:30 #3 Sweet potato casserole with marshmallows 37:30 #4 Green bean mushroom casserole 38:30 #5 Leftover pumpkin pie w/coffee the next morning 40:00 College football preview 52:15 Ask Chuck 52:30 Will AI take CEO jobs? Does it present a threat to capitalism? 56:30 Has Trump given license to racists & misogynists to be more overt? 1:00:00 Is it possible that teams will play down against Notre Dame? 1:03:30 Thoughts on Qatari air force facility being built in Idaho 1:05:00 Paradox between presidential immunity vs “take care” clause?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On today’s Chuck ToddCast, Chuck breaks down why Marjorie Taylor Greene’s resignation is less an isolated drama and more a warning sign that Trump’s once-tight MAGA coalition is splintering. From Speaker Mike Johnson taking cues directly from Trump to a wave of looming GOP retirements, Chuck explains why Republicans may face a bleak 2026. He also digs into Trump’s mixed economic record, his unexpected openness to extending ACA subsidies, and the widening rift between Republicans over Ukraine, where a new peace proposal appears to reflect more of Kyiv’s asks than Moscow’s. With Europe carrying most of the burden and Trump seen abroad as a lame duck, Chuck argues that MAGA may be reaching the end of its political shelf life as fractures emerge across every major wing of the coalition. Sports & political commentator Clay Travis joins Chuck Todd for a candid conversation that spans the worlds of politics, sports, and media. They explore the shifting boundaries between culture and athletics, the pressure of serving a politically-charged audience, and what Clay learned from stepping into Rush Limbaugh’s former timeslot. Clay discusses the importance of distinguishing fact from opinion, the challenges of modern political incentives, and how law school shaped his worldview. The two also talk about the realities of online hostility, audience expectations, and Clay’s belief that influence in media can outweigh influence in elected office. The episode also digs deep into college football: conference realignment, the CFP committee’s biases, southern schools’ growing appeal, and how cultural and political trends—from Gaza protests to regional identity—shape the sport’s landscape. Clay and Chuck debate how to fix the playoff system, what makes college football uniquely personal for fans, and which major sports league Nashville could attract next. Clay closes by sharing the presidential contenders he wishes would run in 2028 and why treating political opponents like rival sports fans could be a healthier way forward. Finally, Chuck gives his ToddCast Top 5 Thanksgiving Dishes, previews a pivotal weekend in college football and answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/chuck. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 03:30 MTG’s resignation a sign of Trump’s coalition fracturing 04:15 MAGA is more likely to continue fracturing rather than galvanize 05:00 Republicans probably hoping for impeachment if Dems take house 06:15 Johnson keeping the house out of session was a huge mistake 07:45 Mike Johnson isn’t operating on his own, Trump dictates to him 09:15 Trump’s agenda has made the economy worse 11:00 Other Republican lawmakers signaling they may resign early 12:15 Holidays are the season of early retirement decisions 13:00 Likely we see 10 or more Republican retirements by end of January 14:45 Donald Trump signals willingness to extend ACA subsidies 17:00 Lame duck president and Dem majority will discourage GOP reelect bids 18:30 Congress has been cut out of governing, makes the job suck 20:00 Ukraine peace plan details have been all over the map 20:45 New peace deal contains more of Ukraine’s considerations 21:15 Trump just wants a deal, doesn’t care about the details 22:30 To his credit, Trump has people on his team supporting Ukraine 25:00 Skeptical that new deal will be well received by the Russians 26:00 Putin knows Trump is a lame duck and will play the long game 27:30 Europe provides most support to Ukraine, Trump has less leverage 29:15 Split between Rubio & Vance wings over Russia and Ukraine 30:30 We are seeing fractures throughout Trump’s coalition 31:30 MAGA may be approaching the end of its shelf life 36:30 Clay Travis joins the Chuck ToddCast 38:00 GW’s near win over the Fab Five 40:00 Thoughts on McAfee interviewing Trump on ESPN? 40:45 If the president wants to do your show, you do it 42:00 Are you a sports guy that does politics or a politics guy that does sports 42:45 Taking over Rush Limbaugh’s timeslot for Premiere Radio 44:00 Balancing sports content vs. politics content 45:30 Sports used to be separate from culture, now they’re intertwined 47:15 Having the audience you want vs. the one that you have 48:00 Clay’s audience is people who voted Trump, love football, hated Covid masks 49:00 Not letting your audience be your editor 51:30 Learning not to care too much what people think about you 52:45 Everybody is mean on the internet, you have to have thick skin 54:30 Going to law school was the best decision Clay ever made 57:00 We need better distinction between fact & opinion in politics 57:45 Politics doesn’t attract the best & brightest due to low pay 58:30 Too many people in politics just want to be famous 59:45 Nick Saban could have been great at anything, including politics 01:02:00 Non SEC & Big Ten schools get no notice from the CFP committee 01:04:30 It’ll be interesting to see which big conference ACC programs try to join 01:06:00 Southern schools have become a huge draw for northern students 01:07:00 Gaza protests have affected student recruitment at some schools 01:08:30 Lane Kiffin will be the hottest name in the college coaching market 01:09:45 CFP committee cherry picking results, not acknowledging ACC 01:10:45 College football is the sport we’re always arguing about 01:11:30 Playoff selections need to be non subjective, needs a new system 01:12:45 Dems focus on what America did wrong, R’s focus on what went right 01:14:30 Quality wins should matter more than quality losses 01:15:15 People feel a closer personal connection to college football compared to NFL 01:16:00 Best way to reconfigure the college football playoff? 01:17:45 College football should start in August prior to NFL kicking off 01:19:30 What’s the next major sport coming to Nashville? MLB 01:20:30 There are more NHL, NBA and NFL teams in SEC footprint than MLB 01:22:00 Sports is unique in that the competition IS the business 01:24:00 Four people Clay would like to see run for president in 2028 01:26:30 Pitchforks are coming for corporate America & business candidates 01:28:15 Any interest in running for office? 01:29:15 Can have more influence and impact in media than in politics 01:30:15 Paul Finnebaum mulling run for office 01:31:45 We’d be better off if we treated political opponents like opposing fans 01:34:00 Nashville is always viewed as the “new _____” 01:36:00 Chuck’s thoughts on interview with Clay Travis 01:36:45 Thanksgiving is where we try to be the best version of ourselves 01:37:45 ToddCast Top 5 Dishes For Thanksgiving Dinner 01:38:00 #1 A meat that is an alternative to roasted turkey 01:38:45 #2 Macaroni and cheese casserole, not out of the box 01:39:30 #3 Sweet potato casserole with marshmallows 01:40:30 #4 Green bean mushroom casserole 01:41:30 #5 Leftover pumpkin pie w/coffee the next morning 01:43:00 College football preview 01:55:15 Ask Chuck 01:55:30 Will AI take CEO jobs? Does it present a threat to capitalism? 01:59:30 Has Trump given license to racists & misogynists to be more overt? 02:03:00 Is it possible that teams will play down against Notre Dame? 02:06:30 Thoughts on Qatari air force facility being built in Idaho 02:08:00 Paradox between presidential immunity vs “take care” clause?See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Sports & political commentator Clay Travis joins Chuck Todd for a candid conversation that spans the worlds of politics, sports, and media. They explore the shifting boundaries between culture and athletics, the pressure of serving a politically-charged audience, and what Clay learned from stepping into Rush Limbaugh’s former timeslot. Clay discusses the importance of distinguishing fact from opinion, the challenges of modern political incentives, and how law school shaped his worldview. The two also talk about the realities of online hostility, audience expectations, and Clay’s belief that influence in media can outweigh influence in elected office. The episode also digs deep into college football: conference realignment, the CFP committee’s biases, southern schools’ growing appeal, and how cultural and political trends—from Gaza protests to regional identity—shape the sport’s landscape. Clay and Chuck debate how to fix the playoff system, what makes college football uniquely personal for fans, and which major sports league Nashville could attract next. Clay closes by sharing the presidential contenders he wishes would run in 2028 and why treating political opponents like rival sports fans could be a healthier way forward. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Clay Travis joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:30 GW’s near win over the Fab Five 03:30 Thoughts on McAfee interviewing Trump on ESPN? 04:15 If the president wants to do your show, you do it 05:30 Are you a sports guy that does politics or a politics guy that does sports 06:15 Taking over Rush Limbaugh’s timeslot for Premiere Radio 07:30 Balancing sports content vs. politics content 09:00 Sports used to be separate from culture, now they’re intertwined 10:45 Having the audience you want vs. the one that you have 11:30 Clay’s audience is people who voted Trump, love football, hated Covid masks 12:30 Not letting your audience be your editor 15:00 Learning not to care too much what people think about you 16:15 Everybody is mean on the internet, you have to have thick skin 18:00 Going to law school was the best decision Clay ever made 20:30 We need better distinction between fact & opinion in politics 21:15 Politics doesn’t attract the best & brightest due to low pay 22:00 Too many people in politics just want to be famous 23:15 Nick Saban could have been great at anything, including politics 25:30 Non SEC & Big Ten schools get no notice from the CFP committee 28:00 It’ll be interesting to see which big conference ACC programs try to join 29:30 Southern schools have become a huge draw for northern students 30:30 Gaza protests have affected student recruitment at some schools 32:00 Lane Kiffin will be the hottest name in the college coaching market 33:15 CFP committee cherry picking results, not acknowledging ACC 34:15 College football is the sport we’re always arguing about 35:00 Playoff selections need to be non subjective, needs a new system 36:15 Dems focus on what America did wrong, R’s focus on what went right 38:00 Quality wins should matter more than quality losses 38:45 People feel a closer personal connection to college football compared to NFL 39:30 Best way to reconfigure the college football playoff? 41:15 College football should start in August prior to NFL kicking off 43:00 What’s the next major sport coming to Nashville? MLB 44:00 There are more NHL, NBA and NFL teams in SEC footprint than MLB 45:30 Sports is unique in that the competition IS the business 47:30 Four people Clay would like to see run for president in 2028 50:00 Pitchforks are coming for corporate America & business candidates 51:45 Any interest in running for office? 52:45 Can have more influence and impact in media than in politics 53:45 Paul Finnebaum mulling run for office 55:15 We’d be better off if we treated political opponents like opposing fans 57:30 Nashville is always viewed as the “new _____”See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Todd unpacks a seismic moment in Republican politics: Marjorie Taylor-Greene’s break from Donald Trump and her abrupt resignation from Congress. He traces how the split—months in the making—reveals deep fractures inside the “America First” movement, with MTG positioning herself as the true-believer successor to the Bannon wing while accusing both parties of fueling a self-serving “political industrial complex.” Chuck explains why her departure signals growing disillusionment among Trump’s base, how job displacement and economic anxiety are reshaping the electorate, and why MTG’s political instincts make her far more formidable than her critics admit. Then he turns to new confusion surrounding the administration’s Ukraine peace proposal—where even Republicans like Marco Rubio appear uneasy—and how Trump’s handling of Venezuela risks alienating Latin American partners and setting U.S. diplomacy back decades. Finally, Chuck hops into the ToddCast Time Machine to revisit the year America had TWO Thanksgivings, answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment and recaps the weekend in college football. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 00:45 Marjorie Taylor-Greene splits w/Trump and resigns from congress02:45 MTG’s break with Trump has been months in the making04:00 MTG is an “America First” true believer05:00 Trump isn’t as America First as his coalition06:45 Trump isn’t governing based on the coalition he built07:30 MTG could be a presidential candidate repping the Bannon wing08:45 MTG calls out the “political industrial complex” in her statement10:15 There is truth to the political industrial complex accusation12:00 For 20 years every election just flips back and forth between parties13:30 Job displacement is going to be a massive electoral issue14:30 MTG is a spurned true believer18:00 Whatever you think of her, MTG understands how congress works18:45 MTG wants to send the message that she’s the true believer20:30 MTG wanted to blow up the system & establishment, Trump didn’t22:30 Trump is always bullshitting, some of his followers are finding it out24:45 MTG didn’t want to face a Trump-backed primary challenger28:00 Trump will be at the center of the midterms, that’s bad for the GOP29:30 If MTG ran for senate in Georgia, she’d probably win31:00 The MAGA coalition is cracking, Trump won’t be able to fix it 32:45 Confusion between administration and congress over Ukraine peace deal34:15 Rubio argued the peace proposal was written by the U.S.35:45 Rubio is clearly uncomfortable with the terms of the deal36:15 Steve Witkoff just plays stenographer for the Kremlin37:30 The majority of congress supports Ukraine far more than Trump39:30 The administration has not made the Venezuela case to congress41:00 Trump could set us back decades with Latin America w/missteps in Venezuela 46:45 Toddcast Time Machine - 1939 47:15 America had two Thanksgivings after FDR moved it 49:15 FDR changed the date for Thanksgiving to help retailers 50:00 Presidents used to choose the date for Thanksgiving 52:15 Thanksgiving date was always changed for logistical reasons 53:30 FDR moved Thanksgiving up one week & started a culture war 54:45 23 states celebrated “Franksgiving” 55:15 3 states celebrated two Thanksgivings 56:15 In 1941, Congress stepped to make official date for Thanksgiving 58:45 Ask Chuck 59:15 Thoughts on Trump falling head over heels for Zohran Mamdani? 1:06:15 Would Chuck ever run for office someday? 1:09:45 How do you track evolving policies across administrations? 1:12:30 College football recapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Todd unpacks a seismic moment in Republican politics: Marjorie Taylor-Greene’s break from Donald Trump and her abrupt resignation from Congress. He traces how the split—months in the making—reveals deep fractures inside the “America First” movement, with MTG positioning herself as the true-believer successor to the Bannon wing while accusing both parties of fueling a self-serving “political industrial complex.” Chuck explains why her departure signals growing disillusionment among Trump’s base, how job displacement and economic anxiety are reshaping the electorate, and why MTG’s political instincts make her far more formidable than her critics admit. Then he turns to new confusion surrounding the administration’s Ukraine peace proposal—where even Republicans like Marco Rubio appear uneasy—and how Trump’s handling of Venezuela risks alienating Latin American partners and setting U.S. diplomacy back decades. Then, author Wright Thompson joins Chuck Todd to discuss his new book The Barn and the enduring struggle to tell the stories of civil rights in America. Wright delves into the history of Emmett Till, the ongoing battle over how Black history is taught in the South, and the limitations of projects like 1619 in capturing the full scope of systemic racism. He reflects on how the South’s “lost cause” imagery and historical amnesia continue to shape politics, culture, and education, and why remembering Till’s story is essential for understanding the roots of American dysfunction. Along the way, Wright also explores how sports have historically led society in moral leadership, from civil rights breakthroughs to the integrity of figures like LeBron James. Thompson also tackles broader questions about American governance and society, from the failures of individual politicians to the structural incentives that keep the country in political spirals, the challenges of the modern presidency, and the looming threats of drone warfare and algorithm-driven polarization. He offers insights from his journey as a sportswriter, illustrating how cultural narratives—from the 1940s to today—shape our national conversation. This episode is a deep dive into history, morality, and the complexities of chronicling America’s past while grappling with its present and future. Finally, Chuck hops into the ToddCast Time Machine to revisit the year America had TWO Thanksgivings, answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment and recaps the weekend in college football. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 04:15 Marjorie Taylor-Greene splits w/Trump and resigns from congress 06:15 MTG’s break with Trump has been months in the making 07:30 MTG is an “America First” true believer 08:30 Trump isn’t as America First as his coalition 10:15 Trump isn’t governing based on the coalition he built 11:00 MTG could be a presidential candidate repping the Bannon wing 12:15 MTG calls out the “political industrial complex” in her statement 13:45 There is truth to the political industrial complex accusation 15:30 For 20 years every election just flips back and forth between parties 17:00 Job displacement is going to be a massive electoral issue 18:00 MTG is a spurned true believer 21:30 Whatever you think of her, MTG understands how congress works 22:15 MTG wants to send the message that she’s the true believer 24:00 MTG wanted to blow up the system & establishment, Trump didn’t 26:00 Trump is always bullshitting, some of his followers are finding it out 28:15 MTG didn’t want to face a Trump-backed primary challenger 31:30 Trump will be at the center of the midterms, that’s bad for the GOP33:00 If MTG ran for senate in Georgia, she’d probably win 34:30 The MAGA coalition is cracking, Trump won’t be able to fix it 36:15 Confusion between administration and congress over Ukraine peace deal 37:45 Rubio argued the peace proposal was written by the U.S. 39:15 Rubio is clearly uncomfortable with the terms of the deal 39:45 Steve Witkoff just plays stenographer for the Kremlin 41:00 The majority of congress supports Ukraine far more than Trump 43:00 The administration has not made the Venezuela case to congress 44:30 Trump could set us back decades with Latin America w/missteps in Venezuela 50:30 Wright Thompson joins the Chuck ToddCast 51:30 Why Wright wanted to write “The Barn” 52:45 The MAGA project wants to go back to pre civil rights era 54:00 How Emmit Till and civil rights are taught in the south 55:30 The war on black history has been embodied in textbooks 56:45 The biggest flaw of the 1619 Project is it didn’t go far enough 58:30 The barn where Emmit Till was killed isn’t a national landmark 01:00:45 The south still drapes itself in the “lost cause” civil war imagery 01:02:00 So many bomb throwing politicians aren’t built for governing 01:03:00 There was huge overseas money propping up the south in 1860’s 01:05:30 America required catastrophes to pull out of political death spirals 01:06:30 The battle against powerful forces just to tell civil rights stories 01:08:15 Emmit Til is a symbol, but he was also just a boy 01:09:30 It’s incumbent on Americans to remember Til’s name 01:10:45 The seeds of our dysfunction were planted between Vietnam & NAFTA 01:11:45 You have to understand Mississippi to understand America 01:14:00 If Garfield had lived we may have passed civil rights 80 years sooner 01:15:00 Separating your own politics from the era you are writing about? 01:16:00 There were many political fence sitters in World War 2 France 01:17:45 People are willing to ignore/participate in atrocities during civil war 01:18:15 How Wright got into sportswriting 01:19:45 Sports leaned into civil rights before society as a whole did 01:21:00 Michael Jordan wouldn’t be able to fence sit in modern America 01:23:15 From the 1940’s-60’s, sports heroes were rooted in morality 01:25:30 Greatest written sports profiles 01:27:15 The hubris of wanting to be president should disqualify you for it 01:29:15 The American tribe has been under relentless assault for 30 years 01:30:30 The American experiment is an incredibly difficult endeavor 01:31:15 Individual politicians are less important than incentive structures 01:33:00 America hasn’t had a recent galvanizing event requiring collective sacrifice 01:34:45 The coming drone wars are terrifying 01:36:45 America longs for a radical centrism 01:39:00 People need to realize the algorithm is the enemy, not another person 01:41:00 Obama v Trump could be the cultural showdown America needs 01:42:00 Trump didn’t realize the employees didn’t come with the White House 01:43:00 The presidency is an impossible job 01:44:30 Whose sports profile do you want to write but can’t get access to? 01:47:30 LeBron has managed to keep a squeaky clean profile despite his stardom 01:50:00 Why the podcast format is a better way to talk to people 1:52:30 Chuck’s thoughts on interview with Wright Thompson 1:53:00 Toddcast Time Machine - 1939 1:53:30 America had two Thanksgivings after FDR moved it 1:55:30 FDR changed the date for Thanksgiving to help retailers 1:56:15 Presidents used to choose the date for Thanksgiving 1:58:30 Thanksgiving date was always changed for logistical reasons 1:59:45 FDR moved Thanksgiving up one week & started a culture war 2:01:00 23 states celebrated “Franksgiving” 2:01:30 3 states celebrated two Thanksgivings 2:02:30 In 1941, Congress stepped to make official date for Thanksgiving 2:05:00 Ask Chuck 2:05:30 Thoughts on Trump falling head over heels for Zohran Mamdani? 2:12:30 Would Chuck ever run for office someday? 2:16:00 How do you track evolving policies across administrations? 2:18:45 College football recapSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, author Wright Thompson joins Chuck Todd to discuss his new book The Barn and the enduring struggle to tell the stories of civil rights in America. Wright delves into the history of Emmett Till, the ongoing battle over how Black history is taught in the South, and the limitations of projects like 1619 in capturing the full scope of systemic racism. He reflects on how the South’s “lost cause” imagery and historical amnesia continue to shape politics, culture, and education, and why remembering Till’s story is essential for understanding the roots of American dysfunction. Along the way, Wright also explores how sports have historically led society in moral leadership, from civil rights breakthroughs to the integrity of figures like LeBron James. Thompson also tackles broader questions about American governance and society, from the failures of individual politicians to the structural incentives that keep the country in political spirals, the challenges of the modern presidency, and the looming threats of drone warfare and algorithm-driven polarization. He offers insights from his journey as a sportswriter, illustrating how cultural narratives—from the 1940s to today—shape our national conversation. This episode is a deep dive into history, morality, and the complexities of chronicling America’s past while grappling with its present and future. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Wright Thompson joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:00 Why Wright wanted to write “The Barn” 02:15 The MAGA project wants to go back to pre civil rights era 03:30 How Emmit Till and civil rights are taught in the south 05:00 The war on black history has been embodied in textbooks 06:15 The biggest flaw of the 1619 Project is it didn’t go far enough 08:00 The barn where Emmit Till was killed isn’t a national landmark 10:15 The south still drapes itself in the “lost cause” civil war imagery 12:30 So many bomb throwing politicians aren’t built for governing 13:30 There was huge overseas money propping up the south in 1860’s 15:00 America required catastrophes to pull out of political death spirals 16:00 The battle against powerful forces just to tell civil rights stories 17:45 Emmit Til is a symbol, but he was also just a boy 19:00 It’s incumbent on Americans to remember Til’s name 20:15 The seeds of our dysfunction were planted between Vietnam & NAFTA 21:15 You have to understand Mississippi to understand America 23:30 If Garfield had lived we may have passed civil rights 80 years sooner 24:30 Separating your own politics from the era you are writing about? 25:30 There were many political fence sitters in World War 2 France 27:15 People are willing to ignore/participate in atrocities during civil war 27:45 How Wright got into sportswriting 29:15 Sports leaned into civil rights before society as a whole did 30:30 Michael Jordan wouldn’t be able to fence sit in modern America 32:45 From the 1940’s-60’s, sports heroes were rooted in morality 35:00 Greatest written sports profiles 36:45 The hubris of wanting to be president should disqualify you for it 38:45 The American tribe has been under relentless assault for 30 years 40:00 The American experiment is an incredibly difficult endeavor 40:45 Individual politicians are less important than incentive structures 42:30 America hasn’t had a recent galvanizing event requiring collective sacrifice 44:15 The coming drone wars are terrifying 46:15 America longs for a radical centrism 48:30 People need to realize the algorithm is the enemy, not another person 50:30 Obama v Trump could be the cultural showdown America needs 51:30 Trump didn’t realize the employees didn’t come with the White House 52:30 The presidency is an impossible job 54:00 Whose sports profile do you want to write but can’t get access to? 57:00 LeBron has managed to keep a squeaky clean profile despite his stardom 59:30 Why the podcast format is a better way to talk to peopleSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Todd breaks down why Donald Trump’s sudden push for a Ukraine “peace deal” may be more about political retreat than diplomacy, especially as Europe now shoulders most of the war’s cost—leaving Trump with diminished leverage abroad and a base deeply skeptical of foreign interventions. Chuck digs into new polling that shows a steady and significant shift toward Democrats, with a widening generic ballot advantage and Trump’s approval continuing to fall, suggesting the midterms—and even the Senate—are unexpectedly in play. He explores how Trump’s attempts to manipulate the economy could backfire, how a potential “AI bubble” could further weaken him, and why GOP divisions are poised to intensify. Plus, an update on the California governor’s race, where a field of lackluster Democratic contenders has allowed Republicans to overperform, raising questions about whether bigger names—or Rick Caruso—will jump into a race long dominated by the shadows of Jerry Brown and Gavin Newsom. Then, Chuck is joined by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Anne Applebaum for a sweeping, unsparing look at the state of the Russia–Ukraine war and the global democratic landscape it threatens. Applebaum breaks down whether a ceasefire is even plausible this year, given Vladimir Putin’s unwavering war aims, the murky negotiators involved in back-channel talks, and Trump’s unusually warm posture toward the Kremlin. She details why Ukrainians refuse to accept a “kick the can” peace deal, how corruption scandals are playing out domestically, and the way drones, energy strikes, and a collapsing Russian economy are reshaping the battlefield. From mysterious elite deaths to China’s strategic support, Applebaum outlines the brittle yet dangerous architecture sustaining Putin’s regime. The conversation widens into a broader examination of the worldwide struggle between democracy and autocracy—from Trump’s Venezuela maneuverings to Saudi Arabia’s complicated role, from Silicon Valley’s unchecked power to Europe’s scramble to recalibrate its alliances. Applebaum warns that the U.S. walking away from Ukraine would reverberate far beyond Eastern Europe, and she explains why the speed and scale of Trump’s attacks on democratic norms have raised historic alarm. It’s a candid, far-reaching assessment of the forces shaping global stability—and the stakes ahead. Finally, Chuck answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment and previews the upcoming weekend in college football. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 05:00 Trump’s “peace deal” may be his attempt to walk away from Ukraine 06:00 Europe is funding bulk of the war, Trump has less leverage 07:15 Trump’s plan to make Europe foot bill is working, but diminishes influence 09:15 If Trump gave rationale for removing Maduro, he’d have more credibility 11:00 Trump’s base doesn’t want foreign military interventions 12:30 Polling shows Democrats with large generic ballot advantage 15:30 Every poll has moved in the Democrats direction, and lower Trump approval 17:30 Donald Trump will try to pull levers to fix economy, could make it worse 19:00 Democrats have a huge advantage going into the midterms 19:45 Democrats need a 6-7 point generic advantage to win house 20:15 If current polling holds, the senate is in play 23:00 Applying election and polling trends nationwide, Dems could blowout midterms 24:30 Democrats unpopularity turned out to be meaningless in 2025 elections 26:00 Bad is going to get worse for Trump, GOP will be further divided 27:45 “AI Bubble” could sink Trump if it pops 29:00 Update on the California governor’s race 29:45 Democratic voters crave optimism, Tom Steyer doesn’t offer it 31:30 Candidates for CA governor feel like their all “Tier 2” candidates 34:00 Jerry Brown & Gavin Newsom have hovered over CA politics for decades 36:00 There are only two prominent Republican candidates in CA 37:00 Dem candidates are so weak, GOP candidates performing well 38:00 Will Rick Caruso run for mayor of LA or governor of CA? 40:30 There should be some bigger names jumping into the race 46:00 Anne Applebaum joins the Chuck ToddCast 47:45 Will we get a ceasefire this year between Russia & Ukraine? 48:15 Putin has never said he’ll give up original war aims 49:30 Serious concerns about negotiators involved in secret peace deal 50:15 Talks have mostly concerned trade deals between U.S. & Russia 51:00 Putin knows he’ll never have a more supportive U.S. president 52:15 Putin holds a special status with Trump 53:00 Ukraine is more reliant on Europe than U.S. for the war 53:45 Is the corruption scandal involving ministers imperiling Zelensky? 54:45 Zelensky hasn’t gotten in the way of corruption investigation 56:15 Ukrainians have no interest in cease fire to kick can down road 57:30 Ukrainians won’t be strongarmed into accepting a bad deal 58:15 Drones have completely changed complexion of the war 01:00:00 Russians are targeting civilians, Ukraine hitting energy targets 01:00:45 Russians don’t care about human losses, just financial losses 01:02:00 At what point will a bad economy put pressure on Putin? 01:02:45 Russian elite mysteriously committing suicide or dying 01:03:30 Prigozhin was the only person who could challenge Putin 01:05:00 The Russian regime seems inevitable until the day it falls 01:06:00 Putin is completely dependent on China 01:06:45 China will stick with Russia & support war to weaken U.S. 01:07:45 Putin still has allies in Iran & North Korea 01:08:15 What does Russia think they’re accomplishing with Poland incursions? 01:09:30 Russia trying to create divisions between Ukraine and Europeans 01:10:15 Russia’s actions are only stiffening the European’s spine 01:11:00 Status of U.S. aid into Ukraine 01:12:15 What does it look like if the U.S. walks away from Ukraine? 01:13:30 Russia is still demanding land they haven’t conquered 01:15:15 Trump wants the optics of a big peace deal where “he wins” 01:16:30 Trump’s actions with Venezuela look like Putin’s in Ukraine 01:18:45 Trump’s Venezuela actions undermining international system 01:19:45 Is Saudi Arabia a dictatorship and what is our relationship with them? 01:20:30 The Saudi’s primary interest isn’t undermining the U.S. unlike Russia 01:22:00 Trump’s family has enormous conflicts of interest with the Saudis 01:23:15 Why security guarantees for Qatar but not Saudi Arabia? 01:25:15 Trump’s deals in the Gulf seem to benefit him more than U.S. 01:26:00 Is democracy losing the worldwide fight against autocracy? 01:28:00 Due to state of U.S. it feels like democratic argument is losing 01:29:30 Role of silicon valley in fight between democracy & autocracy 01:30:45 Tech has power to shape opinions and public perception 01:33:00 Government has never outsourced major tech shift to private sector 01:34:00 How dangerous is the concentration of corporate power in America? 01:35:00 The EU is the only entity that could regulate big tech 01:36:00 Trump’s isolation has been a wake up call to Europe, can it hold? 01:38:00 Europe was so sure of alliance with U.S. they let things slide 01:39:00 Level of concern with state of American democracy is very high 01:40:00 The speed of Trump’s attacks on democracy is unprecedented 01:42:00 Chuck’s thoughts on interview with Anne Applebaum 01:42:15 Ask Chuck 01:42:45 Any book recommendations on the fall of the Ottoman Empire? 01:46:45 Thoughts on voter approval for constitutional amendments? 01:52:00 Way to reform the primary system to produce moderates? 01:56:30 Dem voters still motivated to vote despite lower approval of party 02:04:00 College football previewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck is joined by Pulitzer Prize–winning journalist Anne Applebaum for a sweeping, unsparing look at the state of the Russia–Ukraine war and the global democratic landscape it threatens. Applebaum breaks down whether a ceasefire is even plausible this year, given Vladimir Putin’s unwavering war aims, the murky negotiators involved in back-channel talks, and Trump’s unusually warm posture toward the Kremlin. She details why Ukrainians refuse to accept a “kick the can” peace deal, how corruption scandals are playing out domestically, and the way drones, energy strikes, and a collapsing Russian economy are reshaping the battlefield. From mysterious elite deaths to China’s strategic support, Applebaum outlines the brittle yet dangerous architecture sustaining Putin’s regime. The conversation widens into a broader examination of the worldwide struggle between democracy and autocracy—from Trump’s Venezuela maneuverings to Saudi Arabia’s complicated role, from Silicon Valley’s unchecked power to Europe’s scramble to recalibrate its alliances. Applebaum warns that the U.S. walking away from Ukraine would reverberate far beyond Eastern Europe, and she explains why the speed and scale of Trump’s attacks on democratic norms have raised historic alarm. It’s a candid, far-reaching assessment of the forces shaping global stability—and the stakes ahead. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Anne Applebaum joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:45 Will we get a ceasefire this year between Russia & Ukraine? 02:15 Putin has never said he’ll give up original war aims 03:30 Serious concerns about negotiators involved in secret peace deal 04:15 Talks have mostly concerned trade deals between U.S. & Russia 05:00 Putin knows he’ll never have a more supportive U.S. president 06:15 Putin holds a special status with Trump 07:00 Ukraine is more reliant on Europe than U.S. for the war 07:45 Is the corruption scandal involving ministers imperiling Zelensky? 08:45 Zelensky hasn’t gotten in the way of corruption investigation 10:15 Ukrainians have no interest in cease fire to kick can down road 11:30 Ukrainians won’t be strongarmed into accepting a bad deal 12:15 Drones have completely changed complexion of the war 14:00 Russians are targeting civilians, Ukraine hitting energy targets 14:45 Russians don’t care about human losses, just financial losses 16:00 At what point will a bad economy put pressure on Putin? 16:45 Russian elite mysteriously committing suicide or dying 17:30 Prigozhin was the only person who could challenge Putin 19:00 The Russian regime seems inevitable until the day it falls 20:00 Putin is completely dependent on China 20:45 China will stick with Russia & support war to weaken U.S. 21:45 Putin still has allies in Iran & North Korea 22:15 What does Russia think they’re accomplishing with Poland incursions? 23:30 Russia trying to create divisions between Ukraine and Europeans 24:15 Russia’s actions are only stiffening the European’s spine 25:00 Status of U.S. aid into Ukraine 26:15 What does it look like if the U.S. walks away from Ukraine? 27:30 Russia is still demanding land they haven’t conquered 29:15 Trump wants the optics of a big peace deal where “he wins” 30:30 Trump’s actions with Venezuela look like Putin’s in Ukraine 32:45 Trump’s Venezuela actions undermining international system 33:45 Is Saudi Arabia a dictatorship and what is our relationship with them? 34:30 The Saudi’s primary interest isn’t undermining the U.S. unlike Russia 36:00 Trump’s family has enormous conflicts of interest with the Saudis 37:15 Why security guarantees for Qatar but not Saudi Arabia? 39:15 Trump’s deals in the Gulf seem to benefit him more than U.S. 40:00 Is democracy losing the worldwide fight against autocracy? 42:00 Due to state of U.S. it feels like democratic argument is losing 43:30 Role of silicon valley in fight between democracy & autocracy 44:45 Tech has power to shape opinions and public perception 47:00 Government has never outsourced major tech shift to private sector 48:00 How dangerous is the concentration of corporate power in America? 49:00 The EU is the only entity that could regulate big tech 50:00 Trump’s isolation has been a wake up call to Europe, can it hold? 52:00 Europe was so sure of alliance with U.S. they let things slide 53:00 Level of concern with state of American democracy is very high 54:00 The speed of Trump’s attacks on democracy is unprecedentedSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Chuck Todd breaks down why Donald Trump’s sudden push for a Ukraine “peace deal” may be more about political retreat than diplomacy, especially as Europe now shoulders most of the war’s cost—leaving Trump with diminished leverage abroad and a base deeply skeptical of foreign interventions. Chuck digs into new polling that shows a steady and significant shift toward Democrats, with a widening generic ballot advantage and Trump’s approval continuing to fall, suggesting the midterms—and even the Senate—are unexpectedly in play. He explores how Trump’s attempts to manipulate the economy could backfire, how a potential “AI bubble” could further weaken him, and why GOP divisions are poised to intensify. Plus, an update on the California governor’s race, where a field of lackluster Democratic contenders has allowed Republicans to overperform, raising questions about whether bigger names—or Rick Caruso—will jump into a race long dominated by the shadows of Jerry Brown and Gavin Newsom. Finally, Chuck answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment and previews the upcoming weekend in college football. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 05:00 Trump’s “peace deal” may be his attempt to walk away from Ukraine 06:00 Europe is funding bulk of the war, Trump has less leverage 07:15 Trump’s plan to make Europe foot bill is working, but diminishes influence 09:15 If Trump gave rationale for removing Maduro, he’d have more credibility 11:00 Trump’s base doesn’t want foreign military interventions 12:30 Polling shows Democrats with large generic ballot advantage 15:30 Every poll has moved in the Democrats direction, and lower Trump approval 17:30 Donald Trump will try to pull levers to fix economy, could make it worse 19:00 Democrats have a huge advantage going into the midterms 19:45 Democrats need a 6-7 point generic advantage to win house 20:15 If current polling holds, the senate is in play 23:00 Applying election and polling trends nationwide, Dems could blowout midterms 24:30 Democrats unpopularity turned out to be meaningless in 2025 elections 26:00 Bad is going to get worse for Trump, GOP will be further divided 27:45 “AI Bubble” could sink Trump if it pops 29:00 Update on the California governor’s race 29:45 Democratic voters crave optimism, Tom Steyer doesn’t offer it 31:30 Candidates for CA governor feel like their all “Tier 2” candidates 34:00 Jerry Brown & Gavin Newsom have hovered over CA politics for decades 36:00 There are only two prominent Republican candidates in CA 37:00 Dem candidates are so weak, GOP candidates performing well 38:00 Will Rick Caruso run for mayor of LA or governor of CA? 40:30 There should be some bigger names jumping into the race 00:46:15 Ask Chuck 00:46:45 Any book recommendations on the fall of the Ottoman Empire? 00:50:45 Thoughts on voter approval for constitutional amendments? 00:56:00 Way to reform the primary system to produce moderates? 01:00:30 Dem voters still motivated to vote despite lower approval of party 01:08:00 College football previewSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

On this episode, Heather is suffering from a wine headache, but ready to recap her weekend in Oxford for the Ole Miss game. She chats about the Lane Kiffin conspiracies of Gators, LSU and Theo Von. She takes on the voicemails from people seeking gay bar advice, an unlikely cease and desist, and what it's like to have your life flash before your eyes.Episode Sponsors:Pick up GOODLES on your next shopping trip… it's available nationwide at Target and Walmart, plus many other major grocery stores and retailers.Visit Carawayhome.com/ABSOLUTELYNOT to take advantage of this limited-time offer for up to 20% off your next purchase. Go to Quince.com/absolutely for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. Treat yourself or someone special to the most comfortable and innovative bras on earth this holiday season. Save 20% off sitewide at honeylove.com/ABSOLUTELY.For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/ABSOLUTELY to start your subscription.For a limited time only, our listeners get 15% off and Free Shipping on their premium starter pack when you use code ABSOLUTELY at BranchBasics.com/ABSOLUTELY.For a limited time, Nutrafol is offering our listeners ten dollars off your first month's subscription and free shipping when when you go to nutrafol.com/absolutelynot.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode of Transform, Sami Spalter sits down with Liz Granville, the founder of Purely Elizabeth, one of Sami's all-time favorite brands. From discovering the brand during her weight loss journey to now, 17 weeks pregnant and still starting every morning with their chocolate chip cookie granola, this conversation feels full circle in the best way.Together, Sami and Liz dive into Liz's journey into nutrition and entrepreneurship, from the early days of building her business to landing Purely Elizabeth in Whole Foods. Liz opens up about the mindset shifts that shaped her path, the lessons from her first year in business, and how she's stayed grounded in integrity and intention as her company has grown.This episode is an inspiring reminder that the life you dream of often begins when you step outside your comfort zone — and that success is just as much about staying true to yourself as it is about chasing what's next.Transform Instagram - click here!Sami Spalter Instagram - click here!Sami Clarke Instagram - click here!FORM Shop - click here!FORM Website - click here!Code TRANSFORM for 20% off an annual membership.This episode may contain paid endorsements and advertisements for products and services. Individuals on the show may have a direct, or indirect financial interest in products, or services referred to in this episode.This episode is brought to you by:Armra: We've worked out a special offer for our audience! Receive 30% off your first subscription order by going to armra.com/TRANSFORM or enter TRANSFORM at checkout to get 30% off your first subscription order.Quince: Go to Quince.com/transform for free shipping on your order and 365-day returnsJones Road Beauty: From November 18th - December 1st, get up to 20% off at jonesroadbeauty.com for their first ever Black Friday sale!Caraway: Visit Carawayhome.com/transform to take advantage of this limited-time offer for up to 20% off your next purchase.Wildgrain: For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants in every box when you go to Wildgrain.com/TRANSFORM to start your subscriptionProduced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Interview Only w/ Josh Turek - Why Democrats Struggle…And Can Still Win In Iowa In this episode of the Chuck ToddCast, Chuck sits down with Iowa Democratic senate candidate and four-time Paralympian and gold medalist Josh Turek for a deeply personal and politically sharp conversation. Josh shares his remarkable journey—from being born with spina bifida caused by his father’s exposure to Agent Orange, to discovering wheelchair basketball as a pathway to college, to becoming one of the winningest athletes in Paralympic history. He opens up about the emotional challenge of leaving the sport he loved and what ultimately pushed him toward public service. Together, Chuck and Josh explore how the ADA reshaped life for disabled Americans, why adaptive and women’s sports remain undervalued, and how equal access—not guaranteed equal outcomes—remains the core civil rights debate for the disability community. The conversation widens into an unvarnished look at rural politics, Iowa’s sharp rightward turn, and the policies reshaping life in small towns. Josh breaks down why Medicaid denials have exploded, how school choice is quietly devastating rural school districts, and why tariffs—when used chaotically—are crushing family farms. He tackles complex cultural issues such as religion’s decline, the trans sports debate, and why Democrats shouldn’t cede Christianity or populism to the right. They also cover climate messaging, the stakes for U.S. policy in Israel and Ukraine, and whether Congress should step in to regulate collegiate athletics. With insights on Iowa’s political future, the 2026 Democratic opportunity, and even some NBA talk (yes—Jokić and Jordan both make an appearance), Josh Turek offers one of the most candid, wide-ranging conversations you’ll hear about the Midwest, disability rights, and the future of American politics. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Josh Turek joins the Chuck ToddCast 01:30 Josh’s journey as a gold medal winning Paralympian 02:45 Josh’s fathers exposure to agent orange caused his spina bifida 04:30 Wheelchair basketball was his pathway to college 05:45 What do we not value adaptive & female sports in America? 08:00 How hard was it to walk away from basketball? 09:45 What inspired the decision to go into politics? 11:00 There was a 1000% increase in Medicaid denials in Iowa 12:30 The ADA made things better, still a long ways to go 13:45 The ADA gave disabled Americans an onramp to society 16:30 The debate over equal access vs. equal outcome 17:15 Who is the Turek/Trump voter? 19:45 The difficulty of breaking through as a Democrat in rural America 21:45 Iowa has shifted rightward, but could shift back to swing state status 25:00 The right candidate with the right message can win red Iowa counties 27:15 School choice sounds great, but is a huge problem for rural America 28:45 Rural schools are struggling and closing under school choice policies 30:15 There are no standards for private schools spending tax dollars 33:00 Not all tariffs are bad, but Trump’s tariff regime is chaotic 34:00 Tariffs are crushing family farms 35:00 What’s the plan to keep people in Iowa and reverse brain drain? 37:45 How has the decline in religious participation affected Iowa? 39:00 Pushing back against the narrative that Democrats can’t be Christian 39:30 What’s fair to the trans community when it comes to organized sports? 40:45 Politicians shouldn’t be involved in the trans sports conversation 41:30 Why have many Democrats turned to socialism over capitalism? 42:30 We need regulated capitalism and a progressive tax structure 43:15 We are living in a country of have’s and have nots 44:45 Addressing climate change without scaring voters about the economy 46:15 What’s your position on Israel? 47:15 The U.S. should stand in solidarity with Ukraine & aid them 48:15 Does Congress need to get involved in regulating collegiate sports? 51:30 We need more genuine populists in congress to push back against oligarchs 53:15 Nikola Jokic is Josh’s favorite basketball player to watch 54:45 Michael Jordan is the GOAT 55:45 Historic opportunity for Democrats in Iowa in ‘26 57:00 Democrats focused too much on identity in Iowa 59:30 Public schools will be a huge issue for Iowa voters 01:01:15 If Democrats can’t win Iowa in this environment, it could take a generation 01:05:30 There are three great candidates for the Iowa Democratic senate seat 01:06:30 Primaries sharpen candidates and improve party registrationSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Chuck Todd breaks down an extraordinary week in politics marked by a near-unanimous House vote to release the Epstein files and growing signs that Donald Trump’s decade-long grip on American politics may finally be loosening. He examines the cracks emerging in Trump’s coalition, the administration’s tariff pullbacks amid rising food costs, and the mounting Trump fatigue driving Republicans to quietly distance themselves. Chuck also tackles Trump’s escalating attacks on female reporters, his contradictory dealings with Gulf states, and the likelihood that the DOJ may cite an “open investigation” to keep the Epstein files sealed. Beyond the Trump saga, Chuck dissects the troubling implications of the Olivia Nuzzi scandal, the shameful rhetoric surrounding Epstein’s victims, and the broader damage to journalism. He wraps with a preview of the TN-07 special election, the legal upheaval over Texas’s redistricting maps, and why today’s partisan map fights echo battles not seen since the 1840s. Finally, Chuck gives his updated ToddCast Top 5 governor’s seats most likely to flip in 2026 and answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 00:30 Near unanimous decision in the house vote to release Epstein files 01:15 It feels like Trump’s lame duck period has begun, but impossible to know 02:15 Trump’s coalition is starting to crack 04:00 Trump’s ten year run of dominating politics is starting to end 05:00 Administration is pulling back tariffs to lower costs of food 06:45 Republicans will distance themselves as Trump fatigue sets in 07:45 Trump’s attacks on female reporters are shameful 09:15 Trump’s deals with gulf states undermines his America First agenda 11:00 DOJ might withhold files under guise of “open investigation” 12:30 Neither Biden or Trump leaned on Saudis over Khashoggi’s murder 13:30 Middle east monarchies are dictatorships with different titles 15:00 We’re past the point of holding Saudis accountable for Khashoggi 16:30 Presidents have to deal with less than ideal allies 17:30 Trump’s attacks on the press are abhorrent & dictatorlike 19:00 Olivia Nuzzi sleeping with a source compromises her journalism 21:15 The Nuzzi scandal feels like watching a car wreck 22:00 The scandal brings shame upon the journalism world 23:30 Megyn Kelly trying to differentiate Epstein’s victims is shameful 25:00 Hiring a reporter that sleeps with sources is beyond the pale 25:30 Preview of special election in TN-07 26:45 If TN-07 is within 5 points, it’s a very favorable environment for Dems 28:00 Texas’s new redistricting maps have been thrown out in court 28:45 If CA maps stay but TX is thrown out, it’s a karma moment for Trump 30:45 Last time partisan redistricting happened like this… was the 1840’s 36:00 Toddcast Top 5 - Governor seats most likely to flip parties 37:45 Katie Hobbs is the most vulnerable incumbent governor 39:00 #1 Kansas 40:30 #2 Michigan 42:15 #3 Georgia 44:30 #4 Wisconsin 45:30 #5 Iowa 47:30 Honorable mentions 48:30 Ask Chuck 49:30 Can we trust the Epstein files will be complete if they’re released? 51:15 Are you aware of the Montana vs Montana State football rivalry? 54:15 Has your view on CA redistricting changed after the election result? 56:30 How can you reach people stuck in the Fox News bubble? 01:00:30 Does Amy Acton or Tim Ryan have a better shot at winning OH governor? 01:04:30 Suggestion to make a conspiracy theory documentarySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

In this episode, Chuck Todd breaks down an extraordinary week in politics marked by a near-unanimous House vote to release the Epstein files and growing signs that Donald Trump’s decade-long grip on American politics may finally be loosening. He examines the cracks emerging in Trump’s coalition, the administration’s tariff pullbacks amid rising food costs, and the mounting Trump fatigue driving Republicans to quietly distance themselves. Chuck also tackles Trump’s escalating attacks on female reporters, his contradictory dealings with Gulf states, and the likelihood that the DOJ may cite an “open investigation” to keep the Epstein files sealed. Beyond the Trump saga, Chuck dissects the troubling implications of the Olivia Nuzzi scandal, the shameful rhetoric surrounding Epstein’s victims, and the broader damage to journalism. He wraps with a preview of the TN-07 special election, the legal upheaval over Texas’s redistricting maps, and why today’s partisan map fights echo battles not seen since the 1840s. Then, Chuck sits down with Iowa Democratic senate candidate and four-time Paralympian and gold medalist Josh Turek for a deeply personal and politically sharp conversation. Josh shares his remarkable journey—from being born with spina bifida caused by his father’s exposure to Agent Orange, to discovering wheelchair basketball as a pathway to college, to becoming one of the winningest athletes in Paralympic history. He opens up about the emotional challenge of leaving the sport he loved and what ultimately pushed him toward public service. Together, Chuck and Josh explore how the ADA reshaped life for disabled Americans, why adaptive and women’s sports remain undervalued, and how equal access—not guaranteed equal outcomes—remains the core civil rights debate for the disability community. The conversation widens into an unvarnished look at rural politics, Iowa’s sharp rightward turn, and the policies reshaping life in small towns. Josh breaks down why Medicaid denials have exploded, how school choice is quietly devastating rural school districts, and why tariffs—when used chaotically—are crushing family farms. He tackles complex cultural issues such as religion’s decline, the trans sports debate, and why Democrats shouldn’t cede Christianity or populism to the right. They also cover climate messaging, the stakes for U.S. policy in Israel and Ukraine, and whether Congress should step in to regulate collegiate athletics. With insights on Iowa’s political future, the 2026 Democratic opportunity, and even some NBA talk (yes—Jokić and Jordan both make an appearance), Josh Turek offers one of the most candid, wide-ranging conversations you’ll hear about the Midwest, disability rights, and the future of American politics. Finally, Chuck gives his updated ToddCast Top 5 governor’s seats most likely to flip in 2026 and answers listeners’ questions in the “Ask Chuck” segment. Go to https://getsoul.com & enter code TODDCAST for 30% off your first order. Thank you Wildgrain for sponsoring. Visit http://wildgrain.com/TODDCAST and use the code "TODDCAST" at checkout to receive $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants for life! Got injured in an accident? You could be one click away from a claim worth millions. Just visit https://www.forthepeople.com/TODDCAST to start your claim now with Morgan & Morgan without leaving your couch. Remember, it's free unless you win! Timeline: (Timestamps may vary based on advertisements) 00:00 Chuck Todd’s introduction 00:30 Near unanimous decision in the house vote to release Epstein files 01:15 It feels like Trump’s lame duck period has begun, but impossible to know 02:15 Trump’s coalition is starting to crack 04:00 Trump’s ten year run of dominating politics is starting to end 05:00 Administration is pulling back tariffs to lower costs of food 06:45 Republicans will distance themselves as Trump fatigue sets in 07:45 Trump’s attacks on female reporters are shameful 09:15 Trump’s deals with gulf states undermines his America First agenda 11:00 DOJ might withhold files under guise of “open investigation” 12:30 Neither Biden or Trump leaned on Saudis over Khashoggi’s murder 13:30 Middle east monarchies are dictatorships with different titles 15:00 We’re past the point of holding Saudis accountable for Khashoggi 16:30 Presidents have to deal with less than ideal allies 17:30 Trump’s attacks on the press are abhorrent & dictatorlike 19:00 Olivia Nuzzi sleeping with a source compromises her journalism 21:15 The Nuzzi scandal feels like watching a car wreck 22:00 The scandal brings shame upon the journalism world 23:30 Megyn Kelly trying to differentiate Epstein’s victims is shameful 25:00 Hiring a reporter that sleeps with sources is beyond the pale 25:30 Preview of special election in TN-07 26:45 If TN-07 is within 5 points, it’s a very favorable environment for Dems 28:00 Texas’s new redistricting maps have been thrown out in court 28:45 If CA maps stay but TX is thrown out, it’s a karma moment for Trump 30:45 Last time partisan redistricting happened like this… was the 1840’s 38:00 Josh Turek joins the Chuck ToddCast 39:30 Josh’s journey as a gold medal winning paralympian 40:45 Josh’s fathers exposure to agent orange caused his spina bifida 42:30 Wheelchair basketball was his pathway to college 43:45 What do we not value adaptive & female sports in America? 46:00 How hard was it to walk away from basketball? 47:45 What inspired the decision to go into politics? 49:00 There was a 1000% increase in medicaid denials in Iowa 50:30 The ADA made things better, still a long ways to go 51:45 The ADA gave disabled Americans an onramp to society 54:30 The debate over equal access vs. equal outcome 55:15 Who is the Turek/Trump voter? 57:45 The difficulty of breaking through as a Democrat in rural America 59:45 Iowa has shifted rightward, but could shift back to swing state status 01:03:00 The right candidate with the right message can win red Iowa counties 01:05:15 School choice sounds great, but is a huge problem for rural America 01:06:45 Rural schools are struggling and closing under school choice policies 01:08:15 There are no standards for private schools spending tax dollars 01:11:00 Not all tariffs are bad, but Trump’s tariff regime is chaotic 01:12:00 Tariffs are crushing family farms 01:13:00 What’s the plan to keep people in Iowa and reverse brain drain? 01:15:45 How has the decline in religious participation affected Iowa? 01:17:00 Pushing back against the narrative that Democrats can’t be christian 01:17:30 What’s fair to the trans community when it comes to organized sports? 01:18:45 Politicians shouldn’t be involved in the trans sports conversation 01:19:30 Why have many Democrats turned to socialism over capitalism? 01:20:30 We need regulated capitalism and a progressive tax structure 01:21:15 We are living in a country of have’s and have nots 01:22:45 Addressing climate change without scaring voters about the economy 01:24:15 What’s your position on Israel? 01:25:15 The U.S. should stand in solidarity with Ukraine & aid them 01:26:15 Does Congress need to get involved in regulating collegiate sports? 01:29:30 We need more genuine populists in congress to push back against oligarchs 01:31:15 Nikola Jokic is Josh’s favorite basketball player to watch 01:32:45 Michael Jordan is the GOAT 01:33:45 Historic opportunity for Democrats in Iowa in ‘26 01:35:00 Democrats focused too much on identity in Iowa 01:37:30 Public schools will be a huge issue for Iowa voters 01:39:15 If Democrats can’t win Iowa in this environment, it could take a generation 01:43:30 There are three great candidates for the Iowa Democratic senate seat 01:44:30 Primaries sharpen candidates and improve party registration 01:45:00 Toddcast Top 5 - Governor seats most likely to flip parties 01:46:45 Katie Hobbs is the most vulnerable incumbent governor 01:48:00 #1 Kansas 01:49:30 #2 Michigan 01:51:15 #3 Georgia 01:53:30 #4 Wisconsin 01:54:30 #5 Iowa 01:56:30 Honorable mentions 01:57:30 Ask Chuck 01:58:30 Can we trust the Epstein files will be complete if they’re released? 02:00:15 Are you aware of the Montana vs Montana State football rivalry? 02:03:15 Has your view on CA redistricting changed after the election result? 02:05:30 How can you reach people stuck in the Fox News bubble? 02:11:30 Does Amy Acton or Tim Ryan have a better shot at winning OH governor? 02:13:30 Suggestion to make a conspiracy theory documentarySee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

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A few months ago, we covered the disturbing case involving rising R&B artist David Anthony Burke, better known as D4vd, and the disappearance of 15-year-old Celeste Rivas Hernandez from Riverside County, California. Celeste vanished in April of 2024, when she was just thirteen, and over time, online chatter began linking her to Burke, a singer whose breakout hits like Romantic Homicide and Here With Me had made him one of the biggest viral artists of the last few years. Those rumors took a horrifying turn in September of 2025, when Celeste's remains were discovered inside an abandoned Tesla registered to Burke. Speculation was that the body had been in the vehicle for an extended period of time, and although the cause of death hasn't been officially released, authorities were treating it as a homicide. Since then, Burke has cancelled his world tour, suspended upcoming releases, and become the focus of an active death investigation. As we learned in our first video, there were already unsettling connections between the two; from matching tattoos and online interactions to song lyrics and videos that many fans now view in a far darker light. Today, we have some updates in this case. Try our coffee!! - www.CriminalCoffeeCo.com Become a Patreon member -- > https://www.patreon.com/CrimeWeekly Shop for your Crime Weekly gear here --> https://crimeweeklypodcast.com/shop Youtube: https://www.youtube.com/c/CrimeWeeklyPodcast Website: CrimeWeeklyPodcast.com Instagram: @CrimeWeeklyPod Twitter: @CrimeWeeklyPod Facebook: @CrimeWeeklyPod ADS: 1. https://www.Wildgrain.com/CRIMEWEEKLY or use code CRIMEWEEKLY at checkout - For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box PLUS free Croissants in every box! 2. https://www.oneskin.co/CWN with code CWN - For a limited time, try OneSkin for 15% off using code CWN. After you purchase, they'll ask you where you heard about them. PLEASE support our show and tell them we sent you.

Imani (52) and Michael (65) have been married for 24 years—and they're drowning in nearly $126,000 of consumer debt despite earning over $250,000 a year. Imani, a disciplined attorney who tracks every dollar, feels trapped by Michael's unchecked spending on electronics and his laid-back approach to money. She dreams of travel, freedom, and a life that finally feels generous, while he insists everything's fine as long as the bills get paid. With resentment growing and Imani nearing her breaking point, Ramit challenges them to face the truth: Can they pay off their debt, rebuild trust, and start enjoying life again—or are they too stuck in old patterns to change? A special thanks to Facet for sponsoring this episode. Right now, Facet is waiving their $250 enrollment fee for new annual members. And if you invest and maintain $5,000 within your first 90 days, they'll add $300 to your brokerage account. Head to facet.com/ramit to see which membership—Core, Plus, or Complete—is right for you. (Ramit is not a member of Facet, and he has an incentive to endorse Facet as he has an ongoing fee based contract for cash compensation based on this endorsement. All opinions are his own and not a guarantee of a similar outcome.) In this episode we uncover: • Why Imani regrets combining finances after 20 years of marriage • How Michael's promise to “put the money back” reveals a lifetime of avoidance • The stark contrast between Michael's military discipline and total lack of structure at home • What happens when one partner outgrows the other in ambition, discipline, and self-development • Why Imani admits she's embarrassed to be in massive debt at her age • Michael's habit of buying cars and electronics to celebrate milestones • How their $268,000 income still leaves them feeling broke, anxious, and behind • Why Imani clings to control and spreadsheets while Michael tunes out completely • How both partners confront the question: Can they rebuild trust and create structure before it's too late? Chapters: (00:00:00) “Did you go to Best Buy again?” (00:17:34) “I don't think I've ever planned anything in my life” (00:24:43) “Every time we had a kid, he bought a car” (00:36:48) Ramit breaks down their numbers (00:44:33) “We make way too much to be this stressed about money” (00:56:21) “I don't want to do life by myself” (01:10:51) Can a couple this far apart still find common ground? This episode is brought to you by: Gusto | Try Gusto at https://gusto.com/ramit and get 3 months free when you run your first payroll DeleteMe | If you want to get your personal information removed from the web, go to https://joindeleteme.com/ramit for 20% off Notion | Try Notion, now with Notion Agent, at https://notion.com/ramit Wildgrain | Get $30 off the first box — PLUS free Croissants in every box — at https://wildgrain.com/ramit LMNT | Get a free 8-count Sample Pack with any LMNT order at https://drinklmnt.com/RAMIT Links mentioned in this episode • Join my Money Coaching program for monthly help: https://iwt.com/moneycoaching Connect with Ramit • Get my new book, Money For Couples • Get Money Coaching with Ramit • Download the Conscious Spending Plan • Listen to my book—now on Audible • Get my New York Times best-selling book • Get my no-numbers journal • Other episodes • Instagram • Twitter • YouTube If you and your partner have a money issue and you want my help, I occasionally select a couple to work with, free of charge. Apply for my help here.

Thursday, November 6th, 2025Today, Democrats sweep elections nationwide sending a strong message to Trump and Republicans; Maryland Governor Wes Moore has set up a redistricting commission to redraw congressional maps; Kansas has decided against redistricting in favor of Republicans; Judge Ellis held her preliminary injunction hearing in Chicago that included questioning of Gregory Bovino; there was a hearing in the Comey case and it didn't go well for the government; the Supreme Court heard oral arguments in the Trump tariff case; the sandwich guy jury is deliberating after closing arguments; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, WildGrainGet $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/DAILYBEANS to start your subscription.Thank You, SmallsFor a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to Smalls.com/DAILYBEANS.Dana Goldberg Outrageous Tour - November 14th ChicagoStoriesDemocrats have racked up election wins across America – but they would do well not to misread the results | The GuardianWes Moore launches Maryland redistricting commission after top state Dem stymies effort | POLITICOKansas legislators won't have a special session to join the US redistricting battle | AP News‘Highly unusual': New warning signs for DOJ's Trump-ordered case against Comey | POLITICOJudge weighs potential long-term limits on immigration agents' use of force in Chicago | YouTube | CBS ChicagoGood TroubleTake a break and pat yourself on the back and high five yourself.ICE Out San Diego Thursday 11/06/25 - More Info and RSVPThursday, November 06, 2025 @10:00 AMAt The Federal Building880 Front St, San Diego“This is more than a protest! It's a stand for dignity, justice, and the right of every family to live free from fear. Bring your friends, your signs, and your voice. Together, we can show that San Diego stands for community, not cages. For more information contact jlopez@calorganize.org”**Group Directory - The Visibility Brigade: Resistance is Possible**Vote Yes 836 - Oklahoma is gathering signatures**How to Organize a Bearing Witness Standout**Indiana teacher snitch portal - Eyes on Education**Find Your Representative | house.gov, Contacting U.S. SenatorsFrom The Good Newsnhmarf.orgMutual Aid HubInterfaith Court VigilsRandom Schmuck - PodcastWarVetYak - PodcastSwindled - Podcast - Apple PodcastsGenX Women Are Sick of This Shit. | FacebookDana Goldberg Outrageous Tour - November 14th Chicago Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - Donate, MSW Media, Blue Wave CA Victory Fund | ActBlue, WhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - The 2025 Out100, BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comCheck out more from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackShare your Good News or Good TroubleMSW Good News and Good TroubleHave some good news; a confession; or a correction to share?Good News & Confessions - The Daily Beanshttps://www.dailybeanspod.com/confessional/ Listener Survey:http://survey.podtrac.com/start-survey.aspx?pubid=BffJOlI7qQcF&ver=shortFollow the Podcast on Apple:The Daily Beans on Apple PodcastsWant to support the show and get it ad-free and early?The Daily Beans | SupercastThe Daily Beans & Mueller, She Wrote | PatreonThe Daily Beans | Apple Podcasts Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

It's Emmajority Report Thursday on the Majority Report On today's program: As Trump's own lawyers conceded in the Supreme Court that 30-80% of the 4 trillion taken in by tariffs will be paid by American taxpayers, Trump claims that his tariffs have "saved the world" from a great depression. Corporate layoff numbers reach the highest numbers since 2003 which is particularly disturbing as we head into to the holidays, a time when corporations typically need to hire additional seasonal employees. James Blair who was Trump's 2024 campaign political director claims that the president will shift his messaging to cost-of-living. Abby Martin joins the program to discuss her new film, Earth's Greatest Enemy which exposes the U.S. military as the world's largest polluter. Josh aka Ettingermentum form the eponymous newsletter on Substack joins Emma for a conversation about Tuesday's election results. In the Fun Half: Brandon Sutton and Matt Binder join Emma. Someone passes out in the oval office and RFK, Jr. sneaks away before the guy hits the ground, even Trump showed more consideration that Bobby. In response to Zohran Mamdani's victory, ADL spokesperson Jonathan Greenblatt humiliates himself on Morning Joe to the point that even the sympathetic Joe Scarborough took him to task for his BS. ICE agents violently drag teacher out of preschool in front of her students in Chicago All that and more. The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: SMALLS: For a limited time, get 60% off your first order, plus free shipping, when you head to Smalls.com/MAJORITY. WILD GRAIN: Get $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/MAJORITY to start your subscription. SUNSET LAKE:  Head to SunsetLakeCBD.com and use coupon code "Left Is Best" (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

It's News Day Tuesday on the Majority Report On today's program: Voters reject republicans across the country in a crushing blue wave. Zohran Mamdani will be the next mayor of New York City, winning in a landslide with over 50% of the vote. We watch a few snippets of his victory speech where he pays credits to the immigrants and marginalized people who are so often forgotten in NYC politics. Usamah Andrabi, Communications Director and spokesperson for Justice Democrats joins us to discuss Mamdani's victory and how to build on the momentum. Support Justice Democrat candidates here and check out their piece in Zeteo from today. Adam Green, Co-founder of the Progressive Change Campaign Committee joins the program to further the conversation on the importance of seizing the momentum from last night's elections into material benefits for voters. In the Fun Half: We watch a few more moments from Zohran Mamdani's victory speech where he highlights the importance of immigrants to NYC and even deploys a Mario Cuomo quote in a final dagger to Andrew. AOC takes aim at the democrats who refused to get behind Mamdani and still refuse to plan for the future. Seems like she may be considering primarying Chuck Schumer. Curtis Sliwa calls out the billionaires and insiders who tried to deny his right as the real GOP nominee to run for mayor. Stavros Halkias collabs with AOC to discuss why the Mamdani's policies are so attractive to people. Donald Trump reacts to last night's blue wave by calling for Thune to terminate the filibuster. Hasan Piker confronts Olivia Reingold at the Zohran victory party about her smear campaign on him and her horrible work denying the famine in Gaza for the Free Press. All that and a whole lot more. The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: SHOPIFY: Sign up for a $1/month trial period at shopify.com/majority WILD GRAIN: Get $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/MAJORITY to start your subscription. SUNSET LAKE:  Head to SunsetLakeCBD.com and use coupon code "Left Is Best" (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

Monday, November 3rd, 2025Today, three more people were murdered by the United States in a Caribbean boat strike; Venezuela seeks help from Russia as the US inches closer to war; two judges order Trump to pay SNAP benefits because it's the law; a Senate report says detainees face neglect in immigration prisons; Wisconsin Governor Tony Evers declares a state of emergency over the Republican shutdown; Obama called Mamdani to praise his campaign and offer support; the Netherlands elected its first gay and youngest prime minister; Nancy Mace has a meltdown at an airport; Trump pushes to end medical care for transgender youth nationally; a judge tosses Darrell Issa and Ronny Jackson's lawsuit over prop 50; and Allison and Dana delivers your Good News.Thank You, DeleteMeGet 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to joindeleteme.com/DAILYBEANS and use promo code DAILYBEANS at checkout. Thank You, WildGrainGet $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/DAILYBEANS to start your subscription.Guest: Martin SheenThe Martin Sheen Podcast - MSW MediaThe Martin Sheen Podcast (@themartinpod.bsky.social) The Martin Sheen Podcast (@themartinpod) / Posts / TwitterMartin Sheen - IMDbDana Goldberg Outrageous Tour - November 14th ChicagoStoriesThree killed in US military strike on alleged drug vessel in the Caribbean | US news | The GuardianAs U.S. ramps up pressure, Venezuela pleads with Moscow and Beijing for help | The Washington PostSenate report details dozens of cases of medical neglect in federal immigration detention centers | AP NewsWisconsin Gov. Tony Evers declares state of emergency over shutdown | Milwaukee Journal SentinelTexas federal judge dismisses Rep. Issa's Prop. 50 lawsuit | Times of San DiegoPolice report: Nancy Mace cursed and berated officers in airport altercation | NBC NewsTrump says he has asked court to 'clarify' SNAP ruling with funding set to lapse | ABC NewsTrump pushes an end to medical care for transgender youth nationally | NPRObama Calls Mamdani to Praise His Campaign and Offers to Be Sounding Board | The New York TimesDutch centrist Jetten claims victory in vote where far right lost ground | Elections News | Al JazeeraGood TroubleQuestions shall be directed to the Contracting Officer, Shayla Wray, via e-mail at shayla.b.wray@ice.dhs.gov, and the Contract Specialist, Jason Boudreaux, via e-mail at jason.boudreaux@ice.dhs.gov. Questions must be received no later than November 3rd, 2025, by 2:00 pm Eastern Time (ET).→Warigia Bowman for APS District 6 NM→NOVEMBER 4TH Taylor Rehmet For Texas→ Sign up to phone bank in Virginia.**Group Directory - The Visibility Brigade: Resistance is Possible**California! 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It's Fun Day Monday on the Majority Report On today's program: Trump's polling shows him underwater on almost every single issue. His disapproval rating is the highest it's been in either term and his approval rating hits the lowest it's been so far in his second term. Somehow the Democrats are squandering this incredible opportunity to reach the folks who are jumping ship from the GOP. Founder and editor-in0chief of Bolts Magazine, Daniel Nichanian joins the show to break down the significant elections taking pace tomorrow across the country. In the Fun Half: Rep. Joe Neguse (D-CO) pushes back against a reporter's framing of the shutdown as the Democrats' fault, using the moment to highlight the GOP's responsibility in the crisis. A refreshing moment of effective communication from a Democrat. In an example of ineffective communication, Hakeem Jeffries is thrown a soft ball from Jake Tapper when asked if Zohran Mamdani is the future of the Democratic party and he swings and misses spectacularly. Michigan Representative Haley Stevens does her best Hakeem Jeffries impression in fumbling on an easy question with an incoherent word salad. Majority Report's own Emma Vigeland went on MSNBC this weekend to discuss the failures of the democratic party. Elon Musk butchers a joke that he doesn't understand as Joe Rogan laughs like a sycophant. All that and more The Congress switchboard number is (202) 224-3121. You can use this number to connect with either the U.S. Senate or the House of Representatives. Follow us on TikTok here: https://www.tiktok.com/@majorityreportfm Check us out on Twitch here: https://www.twitch.tv/themajorityreport Find our Rumble stream here: https://rumble.com/user/majorityreport Check out our alt YouTube channel here: https://www.youtube.com/majorityreportlive Gift a Majority Report subscription here: https://fans.fm/majority/gift Subscribe to the AMQuickie newsletter here: https://am-quickie.ghost.io/ Join the Majority Report Discord! https://majoritydiscord.com/ Get all your MR merch at our store: https://shop.majorityreportradio.com/ Get the free Majority Report App!: https://majority.fm/app Go to https://JustCoffee.coop and use coupon code majority to get 10% off your purchase Check out today's sponsors: WILD GRAIN: Get $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/MAJORITY to start your subscription. COZYEARTH: Go to cozyearth.com/MAJORITYREPORT for up to 40% off. SUNSET LAKE:  Head to SunsetLakeCBD.com and use coupon code "Left Is Best" (all one word) for 20% off of your entire order  Follow the Majority Report crew on Twitter: @SamSeder @EmmaVigeland @MattLech Check out Matt's show, Left Reckoning, on YouTube, and subscribe on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/leftreckoning Check out Matt Binder's YouTube channel: https://www.youtube.com/mattbinder Subscribe to Brandon's show The Discourse on Patreon! https://www.patreon.com/ExpandTheDiscourse Check out Ava Raiza's music here! https://avaraiza.bandcamp.com

On this episode, Heather and Raymond welcome Dog the Bounty Hunter and his late wife, Beth to the pod. They threw together their costumes in 20 minutes to make for a ridiculous take on these two TLC legends. The chat about their favorite movie theatre snacks and how they will never be as put together as Mary Beth Barone and Benito Skinner. They take a voicemail about a very controversial type of baptism. Episode Sponsors:You can get an additional 15% off their 90-day subscription Starter Kit by going to fatty15.com/ABSOLUTELY and using code ABSOLUTELY at checkout.If you visit Carawayhome.com/ABSOLUTELYNOT you can take an additional 10% off your next purchase. Head over to Addyi's website — Addyi.com — and see if Addyi is right for you.For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off your first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/ABSOLUTELY to start your subscription. Get started free, plus get 20% off your first 6 months at Quo.com/ABSOLUTELY.Find your fall staples at Quince. Go to Quince.com/absolutely for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns.Produced by Dear MediaSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Barbara Newhall Follett was a child prodigy who was composing poems, foreign languages, and entire novels while you were still learning how to spell. But her success came at a terrible cost. "Strange and Unexplained" is a podcast from Grab Bag Collab & Three Goose Entertainment and is a journey into the uncomfortable and the unknowable that will leave you both laughing and sleeping with the lights on. You can get early and ad-free episodes on the Grab Bag Patreon page.  Follow us on Instagram Episode Sponsors: Wildgrain.For a limited time, Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to Wildgrain.com/STRANGE to start your subscription. Cornbread Hemp. Right now, Strange listeners can save 30% on their first order! Just head to cornbreadhemp.com/strange and use code STRANGE at checkout. Rula. Rula patients typically pay $15 per session when using insurance. Connect with quality therapists and mental health experts who specialize in you at https://www.rula.com/strange #rulapod

Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025Today, Donald Trump is demanding a $230M payout from his own Justice Department to compensate him for his legal troubles; Trump's Office of Special Counsel nominee to replace the improperly fired Hampton Dellinger calls himself a Nazi; the Treasury tells employees to please not share images of Trump demolishing the White House; Pro Tempore Speaker of the House runs away when Raskin calls for unanimous consent to swear in Adelita Grijalva; a pardoned January 6th insurrectionist has been arrested for making death threats against Hakeem Jeffries; more than a third of people that applied for ICE have failed the fitness test; banned books are being returned to military libraries; and Allison and Dana deliver your Good News.Thank You, DeleteMeGet 20% off your DeleteMe plan when you go to www.joindeleteme.com/DAILYBEANS and use promo code DAILYBEANS at checkout. Thank You, WildGrainGet $30 off your first box + free Croissants in every box. Go to Wildgrain.com/DAILYBEANS to start your subscription.Guest: Joyce VanceGiving Up Is Unforgivable by Joyce Vance - Penguin Random HouseCivil Discourse with Joyce Vance | Substack#SistersInLaw - Podcast - Apple Podcasts, The Insider Podcast - CAFE@joycewhitevance.bsky.social on BlueskyJoyce Vance & Allison Gill. Giving Up Is Unforgivable!Dana Goldberg Outrageous Tour Fri - Nov 14, 2025 - 7:00pm CDT ChicagoStoriesVia Electronic Mail October 21, 2025 The Honorable Charles E. Grassley Committee on Judiciary United States Senate Washington | Letter TextPardoned Jan. 6 rioter arrested over threat to kill Rep. Hakeem Jeffries | The Washington PostTrump's nominee to lead a watchdog agency hits trouble over MLK and 'Nazi streak' text messages | The Washington PostTrump Said to Demand Justice Dept. Pay Him $230 Million for Past Cases | The New York TimesTreasury Tells Employees Not to Share Photos of White House Ballroom Construction | WSJICE's ‘Athletically Allergic' Recruits | The AtlanticBooks about race and gender to be returned to school libraries on some military bases | NPRGood Trouble“The North Carolina General Assembly is contemplating the Orange Menace's call for gerrymandering. The public comment period is now open, so I hope my fellow Tar Heel Leguminate will make their voices heard about this utter trash idea.” - David he/him Request For Comments - North Carolina General Assembly➡️ Sign up to phone bank in Virginia.**California! YOU have your prop 50 ballots. Fill them out and return them ASAP.**Yes On Prop 50 | CA Special Election Phone Banks - mobilize.us, Sign up to call voters in California**October 20 Deadline -Petition of America First Legal Foundation for Rulemaking**Vote Yes 836 - Oklahoma**How to Organize a Bearing Witness Standout**Fire Kilmeade - foxfeedback@foxnews.com, Requests - Fox News**Indiana teacher snitch portal - Eyes on Education**Find Your Representative | house.gov, Contacting U.S. SenatorsFrom The Good NewsRequest For Comments - North Carolina General Assembly"No Kings" protest draws thousands to Minneapolis, similar protests held across Minnesota'No Kings' protests planned across south-central PennsylvaniaWestern Pennsylvania communities host round 2 of ‘No Kings' rallies protesting Trump administration – WPXIOur Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - Donate, MSW Media, Blue Wave CA Victory Fund | ActBlue, WhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. Find Upcoming Actions 50501 Movement, No Kings.org, Indivisible.orgDr. Allison Gill - Substack, BlueSky , TikTok, IG, TwitterDana Goldberg - The 2025 Out100, BlueSky, Twitter, IG, facebook, danagoldberg.comMore from MSW Media - Shows - MSW Media, Cleanup On Aisle 45 pod, The Breakdown | SubstackReminder - you can see the pod pics if you become a Patron. The good news pics are at the bottom of the show notes of each Patreon episode! That's just one of the perks of subscribing! patreon.com/muellershewrote Our Donation LinksNational Security Counselors - DonateMSW Media, Blue Wave California Victory Fund | ActBlueWhistleblowerAid.org/beansFederal workers - feel free to email AG at fedoath@pm.me and let me know what you're going to do, or just vent. I'm always here to listen. 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Matt sits down with Tori Halford to talk about her raw and emotional IVF journey — from breaking off her engagement to facing infertility, miscarriage, and an emergency surgery after egg retrieval. Tori opens up about what IVF really costs (emotionally and financially), how she found strength through it all, and the realities of navigating infertility in the public eye. This episode is sponsored by BetterHelp, Wildgrain, Audible, Revolve & Nutrafol BetterHelp: Our listeners get 10% off their first month at http://BetterHelp.com/unplannedpodcast #ad Wildgrain: Wildgrain is offering our listeners $30 off the first box - PLUS free Croissants in every box - when you go to http://wildgrain.com/UNPLANNED to start your subscription. Audible: Your first great love story is free when you sign up for a free 30-day trial at http://audible.com/unplanned Revolve: Shop at http://revolve.com/unplanned and use code UNPLANNED for 15% off your first order. #REVOLVEpartner Nutrafol: Find out why Nutrafol is the best-selling hair growth supplement brand at https://Nutrafol.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices