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Latest podcast episodes about norm ornstein

Words Matter
The Government's War on Democracy is a War on You

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 31:33


Words matter to the Trump administration, and their willingness to accept and embrace the most vile language and discourse is despicable. At the same time, popular media is normalizing the administration's antidemocratic agenda while we slide further into authoritarianism. Why can't anybody call out the Trump administration for the authoritarian regime it is? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein discuss this chilling behavior, the dangers of Trump's political discourse, and the state of our slowly dying democracy. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Words Matter
The Government's War on Democracy is a War on You

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 24:46


Words matter to the Trump administration, and their willingness to accept and embrace the most vile language and discourse is despicable. At the same time, popular media is normalizing the administration's antidemocratic agenda while we slide further into authoritarianism. Why can't anybody call out the Trump administration for the authoritarian regime it is? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein discuss this behavior, the dangers of Trump's political discourse, and the state of our slowly dying democracy. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: The Government's War on Democracy is a War on You

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 32:33


Words matter to the Trump administration, and their willingness to accept and embrace the most vile language and discourse is despicable. At the same time, popular media is normalizing the administration's antidemocratic agenda while we slide further into authoritarianism. Why can't anybody call out the Trump administration for the authoritarian regime it is? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein discuss this behavior, the dangers of Trump's political discourse, and the state of our slowly dying democracy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: The Government's War on Democracy is a War on You

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 17, 2025 24:46


Words matter to the Trump administration, and their willingness to accept and embrace the most vile language and discourse is despicable. At the same time, popular media is normalizing the administration's antidemocratic agenda while we slide further into authoritarianism. Why can't anybody call out the Trump administration for the authoritarian regime it is? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein discuss this behavior, the dangers of Trump's political discourse, and the state of our slowly dying democracy. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Bill Press Pod
"Run for Your Lives:" Norm Ornstein on Republican Bad Faith and Cowardice.

The Bill Press Pod

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 14, 2025 38:42


In this episode, Bill speaks with congressional scholar Norm Ornstein about the deteriorating state of the United States Congress. They discuss the book Ornstein co-authored 13 years ago, 'It's Even Worse Than It Looks,' focusing on how the Republican party has evolved into an 'insurgent outlier.' Ornstein shares his personal history working in the Senate since 1970, citing a loss of 'institutional patriotism' among Republicans and their complete subordination to Donald Trump. He criticizes current congressional leadership, particularly Mike Johnson, and highlights issues like the Senate's blind approval of Trump nominees and the failure of effective oversight. Ornstein also addresses the implications of a government shutdown, the misuse of the Justice Department for political retribution, and the need for an effective Democratic response. He ends on a somber note, comparing current political dynamics to the erosion of democratic norms seen in history, suggesting that the road to recovery is uncertain and fraught with challenges. (No kidding.)Norman Ornstein is a political scientist, co-host of the podcast “Words Matter,” and author of books, including “It's Even Worse Than It Looks: How the American Constitutional System Collided with the New Politics of Extremism.” Today Bill highlights the work of one of his favorite morning reads, The Bulwark. A great website and media company founded by Never-Trump Republicans which is at the forefront of The Resistance. You can check it out at TheBulwark.com.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell
Lawrence: Letitia James should wear being on Trump's enemies list as a badge of honor

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 10, 2025 43:21


Tonight on The Last Word: A bipartisan Epstein discharge petition will have the 218 signatures needed once the newly elected Arizona lawmaker is sworn in. Also, Texas Rep. Greg Casar calls out Sen. John Cornyn for ignoring Texas families' health care concerns. And Attorney General Bondi dodges questions from Democrats at a Senate hearing. Rep. Ro Khanna, Rep. Greg Casar, and Norm Ornstein join Lawrence O'Donnell. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

Words Matter
The Big Reason Trump and MAGA Must Be Held to Account

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 54:02


"When they go low, we go high" is officially dead—and David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein are here to hold a scathing critique of the Democratic Party's refusal to fight back. We need to ask: how do Democrats confront the "fuck around and find out" economy, quadrupled healthcare costs, the National Guard invasions, and finally make the Republican Party pay for their blatant disregard for our democracy? Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: The Big Reason Trump and MAGA Must Be Held to Account

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 54:02


"When they go low, we go high" is officially dead—and David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein are here to hold a scathing critique of the Democratic Party's refusal to fight back. We need to ask: how do Democrats confront the "fuck around and find out" economy, quadrupled healthcare costs, the National Guard invasions, and finally make the Republican Party pay for their blatant disregard for our democracy? Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: The Big Reason Trump and MAGA Must Be Held to Account

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 8, 2025 54:02


"When they go low, we go high" is officially dead—and David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein are here to unleash a scathing critique of the Democratic Party's refusal to fight back. We need to ask: how do Democrats confront the "fuck around and find out" economy, quadrupled healthcare costs, the National Guard invasions, and finally make the Republican Party pay for their blatant disregard for our democracy? Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking Feds
Shutdown Smackdown, Chi-Town Showdown

Talking Feds

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 6, 2025 61:40


Harry pulls in a trio of political pros—former Senator Barbara Boxer, Jonathan Capehart, and Norm Ornstein—to assess the fight over the shutdown. Who will the public blame? How long will it last? They turn next to the stunning federal raid in Chicago, with agents busting down doors and snipers dropping in from helicopters. Does the action signal not just the abandonment of the 4th Amendment, but the arrival of an American gestapo? Finally, the trio decode Trump's speech to top military leaders, with its ominous call to use U.S. cities as "training grounds" for troops. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Al Franken Podcast
Norm Ornstein on Another Chaotic Week in DC

The Al Franken Podcast

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 5, 2025 50:51


Chaos has ensued across the federal government as we face another shutdown. We're joined by political scientist, an emeritus scholar at the American Enterprise Institute, and friend of the show, Norm Ornstein, to make sense of it all. What is this shutdown all about? Healthcare. With Republicans in charge of the House, the Senate, the Presidency, AND the Supreme Court, can they dodge the blame? Meanwhile, Trump and OMB Director (and Project 2025 author) Russell Vought will use this moment to further gut the federal government. What kind of long term damage could this cause? Also this week, Trump proposed a deal to end the war in Gaza. Norm walks us through the terms and what comes next. Could peace be on the horizon? Plus, Norm breaks down the bizarre address from Trump and War Secretary Pete Hegseth to the top military generals. This entire stunt cost millions of dollars, but did it accomplish anything? Listen to Norm's podcast "Words Matter" with fellow friend of the show David Rothkopf: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dsrs-words-matter/id1420216970

Words Matter
Welcome to a Government Shutdown Only A Mussolini Could Love

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 38:03


The current government shutdown is unlike any we have seen before. President Trump is turning this into a political assault on blue states, energy projects, infrastructure projects, and more. What does this shutdown really mean for our democracy? Where are the bold politicians, either left or right, who can take a stand against Trump's excesses? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein discuss the current state of our government and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: Welcome to a Government Shutdown Only A Mussolini Could Love

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 38:03


The current government shutdown is unlike any we have seen before. President Trump is turning this into a political assault on blue states, energy projects, infrastructure projects, and more. What does this shutdown really mean for our democracy? Where are the bold politicians, either left or right, who can take a stand against Trump's excesses? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein discuss all this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: Welcome to a Government Shutdown Only A Mussolini Could Love

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Oct 3, 2025 38:03


The current government shutdown is unlike any we have seen before. President Trump is turning this into a political assault on blue states, energy projects, infrastructure projects, and more. What does this shutdown really mean for our democracy? Where are the bold politicians, either left or right, who can take a stand against Trump's excesses? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein discuss all this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Words Matter
“Budgets? We Don't Need No Stinkin' Budgets!"

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 35:59


Make no mistake - we are headed towards a government shutdown and it is a strategic move from the Trump administration. So what are the Democrats doing to avert a disaster? What does this signify about the current political landscape in America and why aren't news outlets calling out this clear constitutional crisis? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein tackle all this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: “Budgets? We Don't Need No Stinkin' Budgets!”

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 35:59


Make no mistake – we are headed towards a government shutdown and it is a strategic move from the Trump administration. So what are the Democrats doing to avert a disaster? What does this signify about the current political landscape in America and why aren't news outlets calling out this clear constitutional crisis? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein tackle all this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: “Budgets? We Don't Need No Stinkin' Budgets!”

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 25, 2025 35:59


Make no mistake – we are headed towards a government shutdown and it is a strategic move from the Trump administration. So what are the Democrats doing to avert a disaster? What does this signify about the current political landscape in America and why aren't news outlets calling out this clear constitutional crisis? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein tackle all this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Words Matter
Freedom of Speech in America is on Life Support

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 29:55


“This is a 10,000-meter race to a full-blown police state, and they're picking up speed.” The Trump administration is using the Charlie Kirk assassination as a tool to attack free speech at an alarming rate. Under the guise of “hate speech,” Trump and his cronies are taking aim at everyone from ABC reporters to Democratic organizations and NGOs. What comes next for free speech in America? Tune in as Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf discuss all this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: Freedom of Speech in America is on Life Support

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 29:55


“This is a 10,000-meter race to a full-blown police state, and they're picking up speed.” The Trump administration is using the Charlie Kirk assassination as a tool to attack free speech at an alarming rate. Under the guise of “hate speech,” Trump and his cronies are taking aim at everyone from ABC reporters to Democratic organizations and NGOs. What comes next for free speech in America? Tune in as Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf discuss all this and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: Freedom of Speech in America is on Life Support

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 17, 2025 29:55


“This is a 10,000-meter race to a full-blown police state, and they're picking up speed.” The Trump administration is using the Charlie Kirk assassination as a tool to attack free speech at an alarming rate. Under the guise of “hate speech,” Trump and his cronies are taking aim at everyone from ABC reporters to Democratic organizations and NGOs. What comes next for free speech in America? Tune in as Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf discuss all this and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Words Matter
Post-9/11 We Tried to Unite, Following the Kirk Shooting it's the Opposite

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 44:04


Yesterday, on September 10th, 2025, Charlie Kirk was assassinated. Today, September 11th, marks the 24th anniversary of the largest terrorist attack in U.S. history. Laurie Garrett joins David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein in a sincere conversation to memorialize 9/11, as well as discuss the tough challenges we've faced since, including the alarming upwards trend of political violence. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: Post-9/11 We Tried to Unite, Following the Kirk Shooting it's the Opposite

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 44:04


Yesterday, on September 10th, 2025, Charlie Kirk was assassinated. Today, September 11th, marks the 24th anniversary of the largest terrorist attack in U.S. history. Laurie Garrett joins David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein in a sincere conversation to memorialize 9/11, as well as discuss the tough challenges we've faced since, including the alarming upwards trend of political violence. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: Post-9/11 We Tried to Unite, Following the Kirk Shooting it's the Opposite

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Sep 11, 2025 44:04


Yesterday, on September 10th, 2025, Charlie Kirk was assassinated. Today, September 11th, marks the 24th anniversary of the largest terrorist attack in U.S. history. Laurie Garrett joins David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein in a sincere conversation to memorialize 9/11, as well as discuss the tough challenges we've faced since, including the alarming upwards trend of political violence. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell
Federal appeals court: Most Trump tariffs are illegal

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 30, 2025 41:38


Tonight on The Last Word: A federal appeals court deals a huge blow to Donald Trump on tariffs. Also, Trump is blasted for his “illegal” tactic to cut foreign aid. Plus, Trump special envoy Steve Witkoff refuses to blame Russia as the aggressor against Ukraine. And Iowa GOP Sen. Joni Ernst won't seek reelection in 2026. Laurence Tribe, Rep. Lloyd Doggett, Norm Ornstein, David Rothkopf, Iowa State Rep. Josh Turek, and Ben Wikler join Ali Velshi.

Deep State Radio
Best of DSR: How Low Can They Go? Plumbing the Depths of GOP Depravity

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 58:28


Original air date: September 20, 2024 Donald Trump is a crummy candidate, but he's certainly not the only example of rot in the Republican Party. With so much of the Trump campaign focused on hate and division, we have to ask: how low can the Republican Party really go? The Washington Post's Jen Rubin and Words Matter host Norm Ornstein join David Rothkopf for an examination of how far the Republican Party has fallen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Best of DSR: How Low Can They Go? Plumbing the Depths of GOP Depravity

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 28, 2025 58:28


Original air date: September 20, 2024 Donald Trump is a crummy candidate, but he's certainly not the only example of rot in the Republican Party. With so much of the Trump campaign focused on hate and division, we have to ask: how low can the Republican Party really go? The Washington Post's Jen Rubin and Words Matter host Norm Ornstein join David Rothkopf for an examination of how far the Republican Party has fallen. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking Feds
Bagging Bolton

Talking Feds

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 25, 2025 66:46


A jam-packed discussion following hot on the dramatic news of the raid of John Bolton's home, the stunning scenes in a militarized D.C., and the latest escalation in the gerrymandering arms race. Talking Feds regulars Jason Kander, Norm Ornstein, and Tara Setmayer join Harry to break down how long Trump can sustain his flagrant campaign of weaponizing law enforcement and politicizing the military—as well as how long the country can endure it. Mentioned in this episode:  Jason's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/majority-54/id1309354521   Norm's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/dsrs-words-matter/id1420216970  The Seneca Project: https://www.senecaproject.us/  Jason's brilliant 2016 ad: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=9_S5s16Y1OA  Harry's substack about the detention of Texas legislator Nicole Collier: https://substack.com/@harrylitman/p-171582600  Video of Harry's interview with J.B. Pritzker: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hUyF845Wk7k&  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Words Matter
Remember Voting? Those Were the Good Old Days!

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 24:48


President Trump met with Vladimir Putin and listened to him warn against mail-in voting. Then, Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders visited the White House as a united front in an attempt to gauge their transatlantic ally and secure peace. Meanwhile, the National Guard continues to loiter around D.C.'s tourist areas, not to stop crime but to display a show of force and distract American voters. What is the root of Trump's admiration for Putin? Why is D.C. at the center of national media coverage? And how is this administration attacking election integrity beneath the surface? Tune in as Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf discuss all of this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: Remember Voting? Those Were the Good Old Days!

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 26:48


President Trump met with Vladimir Putin and listened to him warn against mail-in voting. Then, Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders visited the White House as a united front in an attempt to gauge their transatlantic ally and secure peace. Meanwhile, the National Guard continues to loiter around D.C.'s tourist areas, not to stop crime but to display a show of force and distract American voters. What is the root of Trump's admiration for Putin? Why is D.C. at the center of national media coverage? And how is this administration attacking election integrity beneath the surface? Tune in as Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf discuss all of this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: Remember Voting? Those Were the Good Old Days!

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 19, 2025 26:48


President Trump met with Vladimir Putin and listened to him warn against mail-in voting. Then, Volodymyr Zelensky and European leaders visited the White House as a united front in an attempt to gauge their transatlantic ally and secure peace. Meanwhile, the National Guard continues to loiter around D.C.'s tourist areas, not to stop crime but to display a show of force and distract American voters. What is the root of Trump's admiration for Putin? Why is D.C. at the center of national media coverage? And how is this administration attacking election integrity beneath the surface? Tune in as Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf discuss all of this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Words Matter
From Arby's to Subway - a Week in Review

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 31:41


As if Trump's authoritarian transgressions weren't already blatant, the President has now deployed National Guard troops to “protect” our nation's capital - but we know these actions are politically motivated. Why haven't media pundits treated this actions as existential threats to our democracy? Why is a Subway sandwich-wielding protestor treated more harshly than January 6th protestors? And what is going on with Laura Loomer and Arby's? Tune in to this week's edition of Words Matter as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein tackle all of this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: From Arby's to Subway - a Week in Review

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 31:41


As if Trump's authoritarian transgressions weren't already blatant, the President has now deployed National Guard troops to “protect” our nation's capital - but we know these actions are politically motivated. Why haven't media pundits treated this actions as existential threats to our democracy? Why is a Subway sandwich-wielding protestor treated more harshly than January 6th protestors? And what is going on with Laura Loomer and Arby's? Tune in to this week's edition of Words Matter as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein tackle all of this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: From Arby's to Subway - a Week in Review

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 14, 2025 31:41


As if Trump's authoritarian transgressions weren't already blatant, the President has now deployed National Guard troops to “protect” our nation's capital - but we know these actions are politically motivated. Why haven't media pundits treated this actions as existential threats to our democracy? Why is a Subway sandwich-wielding protestor treated more harshly than January 6th protestors? And what is going on with Laura Loomer and Arby's? Tune in to this week's edition of Words Matter as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein tackle all of this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Words Matter
Cartman is the New Walter Cronkite 

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 26:26


“Thank God for South Park.” Words Matter is back for another weekly edition of political therapy with Dr. Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf. Tune in as Norm and David discuss the current administration's attacks on education, their ever-increasing political abuses, and how South Park is doing a better job than the Democratic party at laying bare the horrors of this administration. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: Cartman is the New Walter Cronkite 

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 26:26


“Thank God for South Park.” Words Matter is back for another weekly edition of political therapy with Dr. Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf. Tune in as Norm and David discuss the current administration's attacks on education, their ever-increasing political abuses, and how South Park is doing a better job than the Democratic party at laying bare the horrors of this administration. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: Cartman is the New Walter Cronkite 

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Aug 7, 2025 26:26


“Thank God for South Park.” Words Matter is back for another weekly edition of political therapy with Dr. Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf. Tune in as Norm and David discuss the current administration's attacks on education, their ever-increasing political abuses, and how South Park is doing a better job than the Democratic party at laying bare the horrors of this administration. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell
Trump White House engulfed in Epstein firestorm

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 31, 2025 41:31


Tonight on The Last Word: Democrats eye an obscure law to force the release of the Epstein files. Also, Donald Trump pushes Texas gerrymandering to help House Republicans. Plus, the 60th anniversary of Medicare and Medicaid is marked by deep Trump-GOP cuts. And a former Navajo president launches a campaign to unseat Arizona GOP Rep. Eli Crane. Harry Litman, Heather Long, Rep. Julie Johnson, Rep. Glenn Ivey, Norm Ornstein, and Jonathan Nez join Jonathan Capehart.

Words Matter
What Do the Kids from South Park Know About America Today That the Rest of Us Need to Learn?

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 36:51


South Park is back, and they don't care about pissing off Donald Trump… unlike Columbia University. While Trump fumes about his disastrous PR and anybody who dares to even joke about him, the sinister undercurrents of his regime continue to flow. Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf are back to discuss the challenges facing universities, the complete erosion of legal norms under Trump, and the latest episode of South Park.  Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: What Do the Kids from South Park Know About America Today That the Rest of Us Need to Learn?

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 24, 2025 37:51


South Park is back, and they don't care about pissing off Donald Trump… unlike Columbia University. While Trump fumes about his disastrous PR and anybody who dares to even joke about him, the sinister undercurrents of his regime continue to flow. Norm Ornstein and David Rothkopf are back to discuss the challenges facing universities, the complete erosion of legal norms under Trump, and the latest episode of South Park. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Words Matter
Never Mind Being Blind, Right Now Justice in the US is Near Death

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 23:17


Make no mistake - the Justice Department is actively fostering Trump's authoritarian regime and increasingly rewarding loyalty over legality. Between the blatant partisanship, abuse of the shadow docket, the cuts to the Department of Education and Emil Bove's nomination - where has our justice gone? Dahlia Lithwick joins David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein to discuss the erosion of our democracy and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: Never Mind Being Blind, Right Now Justice in the US is Near Death

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 17, 2025 23:17


Make no mistake - the Justice Department is actively fostering Trump's authoritarian regime and increasingly rewarding loyalty over legality. Between the blatant partisanship, abuse of the shadow docket, the cuts to the Department of Education and Emil Bove's nomination - where has our justice gone? Dahlia Lithwick joins David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein to discuss the erosion of our democracy and more. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Words Matter
A Prescription for Saving the Country

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 46:55


The United States is a country in need of saving. From the blatant illegality of numerous White House decisions to the fecklessness of Congress, wide-ranging changes are clearly needed. David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein break down the erosion of democratic norms, the complicity of the main stream media, and the desperate need for Democrats to be a real opposition party again.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
Words Matter: A Prescription for Saving the Country

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 10, 2025 46:55


The United States is a country in need of saving. From the blatant illegality of numerous White House decisions to the fecklessness of Congress, wide-ranging changes are clearly needed. David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein break down the erosion of democratic norms, the complicity of the main stream media, and the desperate need for Democrats to be a real opposition party again.  Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell
Lawrence: House Republican says we're not 'little b----es.' Dem calls out GOP's Trump bill mistake.

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 54:10


Tonight on The Last Word: House Republicans scramble to advance Donald Trump's budget bill. And researchers say USAID cuts could lead to 14 million deaths over the next five years. Rep. Brendan Boyle, Norm Ornstein, Rep. Jamie Raskin, and Dr. Atul Gawande join Lawrence O'Donnell.

Words Matter
How to Celebrate This Independence Day

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 40:40


Before we grab a hotdog and head out to the 4th of July fireworks, we have to reflect on the current state of our country and ask ourselves, "is this really what the Founding Fathers would have wanted?" David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein discuss the significance of Independence Day, reflecting on the founding fathers and the current political landscape. They explore the challenges facing democracy today, including corruption, the impact of policies on everyday lives, the role of young voters in shaping the future and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Deep State Radio
How to Celebrate This Independence Day

Deep State Radio

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 3, 2025 40:40


Before we grab a hotdog and head out to the 4th of July fireworks, we have to reflect on the current state of our country and ask ourselves, "is this really what the Founding Fathers would have wanted?" David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein discuss the significance of Independence Day, reflecting on the founding fathers and the current political landscape. They explore the challenges facing democracy today, including corruption, the impact of policies on everyday lives, the role of young voters in shaping the future and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell
Senate votes on amendments to Trump budget bill

The Last Word with Lawrence O’Donnell

Play Episode Listen Later Jul 1, 2025 41:59


Tonight on The Last Word: Senate Republicans reject Sen. Adam Schiff's amendment to prevent families with kids under 12 from losing food assistance. Sen. Elizabeth Warren, Sen. Chuck Schumer, Sen. Elissa Slotkin, Sen. Adam Schiff, and Norm Ornstein join Lawrence O'Donnell.

Words Matter
Iran and Trump: Triumph or Fiasco?

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 26, 2025 56:14


Donald Trump's actions regarding Iran are raising important questions for America: how reliable is our intelligence? How is disinformation warping public reality? Here in the US, Zohran Mamdani's victory in NYC is a glimmer of hope for the Democrats, but the party needs to unite against our biggest challenges… or else. Tune in as David Corn joins Norm Ornstein to tackle all of these issues and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Talking Feds
Trump at War

Talking Feds

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 23, 2025 74:52


The episode starts with a 20-minute discussion with War Powers expert Rich Bernstein about Saturday's bombing of Iran. From there we go to our Friday roundtable of Talking Feds stalwarts–Jason Kander, Norm Ornstein, & Jacob Weisberg. We focus on both the prospective bombing of Iran and the domestic use of force in CA & elsewhere. The court of appeals opinion green-lighting the federalization of the national guard in CA raises the prospect of an expansion to different big cities in blue states. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Words Matter
Trump's Violent Cult and What to Do About It

Words Matter

Play Episode Listen Later Jun 20, 2025 52:07


The recent events in Minnesota, where a gunman assassinated one congresswoman and injured another, is part of clear and troubling rise in political violence in the U.S. At the same time, President Trump and MAGA continue to normalize violence in political discourse. How do the events of the past week reflect a changing political climate? What does the discourse around political violence tell us? And what is the connection between MAGA and American gun culture? Tune in as David Rothkopf and Norm Ornstein address all this and more. Looking for More from the DSR Network? Click Here: https://linktr.ee/deepstateradio Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices