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Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende discuss the aftermath of last week's ICE raid on a huge Hyundai plant in Georgia and the prospects of the National Guard being deployed to Chicago and Boston. They also examine the most recent polls for the upcoming gubernatorial elections in New Jersey and Virgina, and the mayor's race in New York City. Plus, NIH Director Jay Bhattacharya agrees that Florida is right to lift vaccine requirements, citing Europe's comparative success with voluntary vaccines. Next, Carl Cannon talks to George Condon of the National Journal about Randal “Duke” Cunningham, who was both a decorated Navy pilot and a convicted member of Congress. Cunningham died last week at the age of 83. And finally, Andrew Walworth and Carl Cannon talk to Dr. Matthew Bunson, Vice President and Editorial Director for EWTN about the Catholic Church's recognition this weekend of two new saints, including Carlo Acutis, a young man who died of leukemia in 2006 at the age of 15 and has been called “the patron saint of the internet” and “God's Influencer”.

In this episode of the RCP Medicine podcast, Professor Mark Harber, nephrologist, and RCP sustainability advisor, is joined by Chris Gormley, Chief Sustainability Officer at NHS England, to explore the NHS's groundbreaking journey toward net zero.Together, they discuss the origins of the NHS's green strategy, the global health implications of climate change, and the ambitious targets set for 2040 and 2045. Chris shares insights into the NHS's leadership on sustainability, the economic and health drivers behind the movement, and the practical steps being taken - from decarbonising the supply chain to rolling out solar energy across NHS estates.Listeners will gain a deeper understanding of the challenges and opportunities in embedding sustainability into clinical practice, the importance of international collaboration, and how clinicians and staff can get involved through green plans and toolkits.ResourcesGreener NHS plan website - https://www.england.nhs.uk/greenernhs/Greener NHS – case studies https://www.england.nhs.uk/greenernhs/whats-already-happening/12 things we can do as individuals to become greenerRCP view on healthcare sustainability and climate changeCSH Courses Courses | Centre for Sustainable Healthcaree-learning for Health – Environmentally Sustainable Healthcare Environmentally Sustainable Healthcare - elearning for healthcare (e-lfh.org.uk)SusQI.org (step by step guide) Step-by-step guide | Centre for Sustainab (susqi.org)Greener NHS Greener NHS (england.nhs.uk)CSH Resource Library Resource library | Sustainable Healthcare Networks HubCSH Networks Networks | Sustainable Healthcare Networks HubRCP Links Education Events Membership Improving care Policy and campaigns RCP Social Media Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X Bluesky Music: Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today's employment numbers, Trump's reaction to them, and whether the Federal Reserve will cut rates in September. They wonder if Trump will send the National Guard to New Orleans instead of Chicago, and they chat about DC Mayor Muriel Bowser's handling of the takeover of the city's police department. Then, they discuss author Malcolm Gladwell's recent statement that he misrepresented his own views on men participating in women's sports three years ago because he felt “cowed” at the time. Plus, the guys give up this week's “You Cannot Be Serious” stories. Next, Carl talks to RCP contributor and author of "A Declaration of Independents"; Greg Orman about Elon Musk's political influence and whether Musk should continue his support for the GOP. And finally, Andrew talks to RCP national political correspondent Susan Crabtree about her recent RCP article on the fight between Jewish teachers and the National Education Association, the country's largest teachers union, concerning teaching the Holocaust and other Jewish topics in public schools.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss this morning's Senate hearings with HHS Secretary Robert F. Kennedy, Jr. and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis' announcement that he will seek to lift all vaccine requirements in the state, including those for public schools. Then, they talk about Donald Trump's request that the Supreme Court expedite ruling on whether the president has the power to impose tariffs under emergency powers law, as claimed by the administration. Next, they discuss reactions to a federal judge in Boston who ruled that the administration must restore $2.6 billion in research funding to Harvard, saying that the freeze violates the university's first amendment rights. Then, they talk about the case of Lauren Chen, the social media influencer at the heart of a Justice Department's case alleging Russian influence involving her and several other conservative commentators. No charges were ever brought against her. Plus, the Justice Department opened a mortgage fraud probe into Lisa Cook, the Federal Reserve Governor that Trump hopes to fire and replace with someone who agrees with the White House on interest rate policies. And finally, RCP contributor Charlie Stone talks with Arizona Secretary of State Adrian Fontes, a U.S. Marine veteran, about Arizona politics and the future of Democratic Party, including what he thinks the party must do to better connect with male voters.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Trump's proposal to change the name of the Department of Defense to The War Department, and the political impact of Maryland Governor Wes Moore's recent comments on winning the Bronze Star. Then, they discuss the decisions by Sen. Joni Ernst (R-IA) and Rep. Jerry Nadler (D-NY) to not to seek reelection. And they talk about President Trump's call for leading pharmaceutical companies to release data on the effectiveness of the Covid-19 vaccine, and a new Gallup poll of parents on how they view the physical safety of their children while at school. Then finally, Andrew Walworth talks to RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende about the fight within the Democratic Party over the schedule of the 2028 primaries, and how potential Democratic presidential candidates view the political calendar.

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Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today's school shooting in Minneapolis. And, they discuss a new poll by the Associated Press which shows 81 percent of Americans believe crime in major cities is a “major problem” and 53 percent approve of President Trump's handling of the issue. They also talk about a special election for the state senate in Iowa with outsized implications, and “the two-state solution” for California - the GOP's response to Governor Gavin Newsom's redistricting plan is to divide California in two. Next, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks to RealClear Investigations journalist Lee Fang about how some of the nation's wealthiest philanthropies are supporting efforts to reshape math instruction around social-justice principles. And finally, Carl Cannon talks to Amir Kanpurwala, co-founder of the opinion research firm “Outward Intelligence,” about Gen Z voter behavior.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the possibility that President Trump will deploy national guard to Chicago and Baltimore, and Maryland governor Wes Moore's growing feud with Trump. They also talk about the Democratic National Committee's annual summer meeting which begins today in Minneapolis, and President Trump's threat to use the FCC against the three major television networks due to what he sees as unfair coverage of his first 100 days. Next, Carl Cannon talks with Andy Rotherham, former Virginia school board member on what is at stake in the upcoming Virginia governor's race. And finally, RCP contributor Charlie Stone talks with author Alex Hutchinson about his new book, "The Explorer's Gene: Why We Seek Big Challenges, New Flavors, and the Blank Spots on the Map".

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss a new New York Times article on what the paper calls the Democratic Party's “Voter Registration Crisis". And, they discuss new polling from Texas on the GOP Senate primary contest between incumbent John Cornyn and challenger Ken Paxton, and how the GOP nominee would fare against possible Democratic candidates including Colin Allred, Beto O'Rourke and Jasmine Crockett. Then, they talk about a new Washington Post poll showing that 69 percent of D.C. residents oppose Trump taking control of the city's police department, and Elon Musk's signaling that he is not going to start a third political party and may instead end up supporting Vice President J.D. Vance for president. Plus, they chat about a new Time magazine profile of Democratic candidate for New York Mayor - Zohran Mamdani, and what changes his leadership might make in a city where rent control and high taxes are already in place. And then, Tom talks to RCP contributor Richard Porter about Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker, who has emerged as a leading opponent of President Trump's crackdown on illegal immigration.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and National Review columnist Heather Wilhelm discuss the latest events in Trump's efforts to end the war in Ukraine, and what happens next in the battle over redistricting in Texas as Democratic lawmakers return to the state. They also talk about New York Times columnist Maureen Dowd's new essay on crime in Washington DC, and two trends in education: starting the school year earlier, and moving to a four-day school week. Next, Andrew Walworth talks to cultural critic and author Martha Bayles about Denzel Washington's recent comments on cancel culture, and whether cancel culture is in decline in the Trump era. Then finally, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks to RealClear Investigations writer James Varney about whether the U.S. can break China's hold on rare earth minerals by expanding mining here within its own borders.

The spectacular rise of China as an economic powerhouse is one of the defining features of our epoch. But what does this represent and what should the position of Communists be?While some on the left represent China as some sort of progressive counterweight to US imperialism, this is simply not true. Capitalism was restored in China long ago and now China has become the main imperialist rival of America. The workers of the world don't take sides in this conflict between imperialist powers.In this talk, Joel Bergman from the RCP executive explains how China went from a backwards colony to a major imperialist power.

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Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the reaction from DC residents to President Trump's decision to federalize the DC police department. They also discuss how the media interprets new data on inflation from the Bureau of Labor Statistics, and whether Trump's tariffs are showing up in the numbers. Then, they talk about allegations from a congressional whistleblower that Sen. Adam Schiff (D-CA) leaked classified information aimed at discrediting President Trump while serving in the House. Plus, they chat about a new poll in the New York mayor's race which shows Zohran Mamdani with an impressive lead. Next, Carl talks to RCP contributor Eric Spitz about the Democratic Party's evolving positions on Israel and inner city crime. And finally, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks to RealClear Investigations writer Ben Weingarten about whether class action suits will replace universal injunctions as the primary way plaintiffs and federal judges challenge Trump's executive orders.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss attorney general Pam Bondi's decision to order a federal prosecutor to prepare evidence for a grand jury looking into Obama administration officials and their handling of intelligence about Russia's role in the 216 election. And they talk about the House Oversight Committee which today issued subpoenas for Hillary Clinton, Bill Clinton, Merrick Garland, Bill Barr and others as they investigate Jeffrey Epstein. Then, they discuss Senator Elizabeth Warren's endorsement of New York Democratic mayoral candidate Zohran Mandami, while other prominent Democrats demure. Plus, they talk about Jim Acosta holding an on-air conversation with an artificial intelligence generated version of one of the students killed in the Parkland school shooting in 2018, Joaquin Oliver. According to Acosta, “I really felt like I was speaking with Joaquin. It's just a beautiful thing.” Next, Tom talks to RCP contributor and lawyer Richard Porter about what redistricting in Texas may mean if California, New York and other states follow suit. Then RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks to psychologist and lead investigator Christopher J. Ferguson about a recent piece in RealClearInvestigations that looks at “dopamine addiction” claims surrounding social media. Are we really addicted to our phones, or is that a myth?

In this episode of the RCP Medicine Podcast, Dr Neil Stone, consultant in infectious diseases and microbiology at University College London Hospitals and associate professor at UCL, joins host Dr Rohan Mehra to explore the often overlooked and increasingly important field of clinical mycology.The conversation covers a wide spectrum of fungal infections—from diagnosing and managing invasive candidiasis to understanding the global emergence of Candida auris, and the clinical complexities of Cryptococcus and Aspergillus infections. Dr Stone also sheds light on dimorphic fungi, discussing their unique biology, geographical distribution, and the diagnostic challenges they present. Beyond individual pathogens, the episode emphasizes the broader environmental and global health implications of fungal disease, highlighting the need for a One Health approach.Whether you're a clinician, student, or simply curious about the fungal kingdom, this episode is rich with clinical insights, diagnostic tips, and global perspectives on one of medicine's most challenging and evolving frontiers.ResourcesWHO Antifungals Report 2025 Antifungal agents in clinical and preclinical development: overview and analysisWHO Antifungal diagnostics report 2025 Landscape analysis of commercially available and pipeline in vitro diagnostics for fungal priority pathogensWHO Priority Fungal Pathogens list https://www.who.int/publications/i/item/9789240060241IDSA Aspergillosis Guidelines 2016 https://www.idsociety.org/practice-guideline/aspergillosis/Global Guideline for Candiasis 2025 Lancet 2025 https://www.thelancet.com/journals/laninf/article/PIIS1473-3099(24)00749-7/fulltextRCP Links Education Events Membership Improving care Policy and campaigns RCP Social Media Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X Bluesky Music: Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss New Jersey Senator Corey Booker's tirade on the Senate floor attacking fellow Democrats for cooperating with President Trump. And, they talk about some new data on the U.S. economy which shows strength in the second quarter, but critics say that Trump's tariffs make it hard to get a real reading on the economy's performance. Then, they discuss a report from NBC News that Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth is considering leaving his Pentagon post to run for governor of Tennessee in 2026. Plus, they chat about some House Republicans who want to rename the Kennedy Center “The Donald J. Trump Center For Performing Arts”. Next, Tom talks to RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende about Texas Republicans' proposal to redraw the state's congressional map to gain as many as five seats in the 2026 midterms. And lastly, Carl talks to Democratic lawyer Lanny Davis about why he thinks the Democratic Party should encourage open primaries and allow independents to participate in primary voting.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the latest news from President Trump's trip to Scotland. And, they talk about former North Carolina governor Roy Cooper entering the race for the Senate, providing Democrats with a potential pick-up in 2026. Then, they discuss a Boston judge's decision to stop the government from defunding Planned Parent. And, Phil Wegmann reports on his trip to interview Governor Ron DeSantis at the Florida detainee center known as “Alligator Alcatraz". Next, Phil Wegmann interviews Florida governor Ron DeSantis outside of Alligator Alcatraz. And lastly, RCP contributor Charlie Stone talks to Google Chief Strategist Neil Hoyne on the future of artificial intelligence, how it should be regulated, and what it will mean for young job seekers in the future.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the Democratic Party's new report assessing the 2024 campaign, and whether the party is gleaning the right lessons from their loss. They also talk about the release of new documents concerning Russian influence in American elections released by Director of National Intelligence Tulsi Gabbard. Plus, they discuss the rise of mayoral candidate and Democratic Socialist Omar Fateh and his endorsement by the Minneapolis Farm Labor Party and, Donald Trump saying he will hold up a new stadium deal if the Washington Commanders do not revert to calling the team “The Redskins". Then finally, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks to RealClear Investigations writer Ana Kasparian about Los Angeles' ballooning police overtime budget and the unintended fallout from efforts to defund the LAPD.

Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and Phil Wegmann discuss the latest on the Epstein files, including the WSJ's new story and Trump's threat to sue them. They also talk about the story of the new 'Maryland Man', a VOA employee who threatened to kill Marjorie Taylor Green and her family. Plus, the cancelling of Stephen Colbert and The Late Show, as well as the "You Can't Be Serious" stories of the week. Next, Carl Cannon talks to RCP contributor Peter Berkowitz about the Declaration of Independence. And finally, Andrew Walworth talks to economic historian Phillip W. Magness about his new book, The 1619 Project Myth, which refutes many of the claims of the controversial New York Times project.

In this episode of RCP Medicine Podcast, Dr Dale Seviar a Consultant Haematologist at Guy's and St Thomas' NHS Foundation Trust is welcomed by Dr Rebecca Kuruvilla, a previous RCP clinical education fellow and an ST7 Clinical Pharmacology and GIM registrar. Together, they discuss the management of sickle cell disease using a hypothetical case study, providing valuable insights and practical tips for medical professionals. Sickle cell disease is one of the fastest growing genetic conditions that there is, and it's likely that many of you will be exposed to people living with sickle cell. This episode aims to provide a comprehensive understanding of the condition, acute complications and management strategies.Resources Sickle Cell Disease - RCEMLearningRCEM_BPG_Sickle-Cell-Disease_v3.2.pdfInherited anaemias: sickle cell and thalassaemia - ScienceDirectOverview | Sickle cell disease: managing acute painful episodes in hospital | Guidance | NICEManagement of Acute Chest Syndrome in Sickle Cell DiseaseHemolytic transfusion reactions in sickle cell disease: underappreciated and pRCP Links Education and learning Events Membership Improving care Policy and campaigns RCP Social Media Instagram LinkedIn Facebook X Bluesky Music: Episode 50 onward - Bensound.com Episodes 1 - 49 'Impressive Deals' - Nicolai Heidlas

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the latest on the Epstein files, and why Democrats and the mainstream media have joined MAGA in asking for answers. They also talk about the Senate vote to rescind federal funding for public broadcasting, and a new poll asks Americans whether they feel that the Trump administration's policies have helped or hurt them so far. Next, Tom Bevan talks to RCP contributor Richard Porter about a memo obtained by The Federalist, from federal judge James Boasberg to Chief Justice John Roberts and other judges worrying “that the Administration would disregard rulings of federal courts leading to a constitutional crisis". And finally, Carl Cannon talks to RCP contributor Eric Spitz about the “Big Beautiful Bill” and what it means for future legislators' ability to reduce the national debt.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the political and cultural impact of the attempted assassination of Donald Trump in Butler, Pennsylvania, one year ago. They also talk about President Biden's weekend social media post that “nobody cares” about Jeffrey Epstein. Plus, a New York Times article on President Biden's use of the autopen to grant thousands of pardons and commutations at the end of his term raises more questions than it answers. Next, Carl Cannon talks with John Hood, president of the John William Pope Foundation and co-leader of the Freedom Conservative project about his recent RCP piece on how conservatives should view the passage of Trump's budget bill. And finally, RCP contributor Charlie Stone talks to Dr. Marshall Shepherd, meteorologist and director of the University of Georgia's Atmospheric Science Program, about the recent floods in Central Texas and what can be done in the future to avoid loss of life.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the reaction to today's cabinet meeting statement by Attorney General Pam Bondi on Jeffrey Epstein. Also, Elon Musk and former Democratic presidential candidate Andrew Yang have met to discuss the future of Musk's “America Party”. They also talk about the CIA's report on the work done by intelligence agencies in their investigation into Russian interference in the 2016 presidential election. Plus, a Massachusetts judge has put a two-week hold on barring Medicaid funding for Planned Parenthood, which is called for in the new budget bill just passed by Congress. Next, Tom talks to RCP contributor Charles Lipson, Peter B. Ritzma Professor Emeritus at the University of Chicago, about the enduring appeal of socialism to university students and the influence of a radicalized professoriate. And then, Andrew talks to RealClear Markets editor John Tamny about his recent piece on the fight between the Trump Administration and The FED over interest rates cuts.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the politicization of the recent tragic flooding in Central Texas, and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu meeting with President Trump at the White House. They also talk about a Sunday New York Times piece on how the Democratic Party is evaluating its policies on immigration, and they look at a new article by RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann on how Trump's takeover of the Kennedy Center has resulted in more funding for the arts organization. Next, Carl talks to RCP contributor Greg Orman about Elon Musk's announcement that he was starting “The American Party,” and whether a third-party campaign can win in America today. And finally, Tom talks to Greg Swanson, Chairman of Republican Overseas UK, about remembering the July 7, 2005 coordinated attacks by radical Islamists that killed 52 people and injured 800 more in the UK.

We are presenting a "best of" show for the Fourth of July weekend! 1. Tom Bevan talks to Ej Dickson, senior writer at New York magazine, about her recent article covering The Young Women's Leadership Summit in Dallas, TX, and what factors explain the recent rise in support for MAGA among women aged 18-29. (aired June 18th) 2. Trump Border Czar Tom Homan tells RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann what "scares the hell out" of him concerning Iranian nationals in the United States. Homan predicts deportations will skyrocket after passage of Trump's budget bill. (aired June 26th) 3. Carl Cannon talks to RCP contributor Greg Orman about Tesla's market valuation, Elon Musk's bet on the future of humanoid robotics, and the implications for American workers of an increasingly robotic future. (aired June 10th) 4. Andrew Walworth and Carl Cannon talk with Dr. Matthew E. Bunson, Vice President and Editorial Director for EWTN and the author of the new book: Leo XIV: Portrait of the First American Pope. (aired June 17th)

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the fate of Trump's budget bill in the House. And they talk about the University of Pennsylvania agreeing to ban transgender athletes from its women's sports teams in a settlement with the Department of Education. Then, they discuss Paramount Global's decision to settle a law suit brought by Donald Trump over the editing of a CBS News interview with Kamala Harris during the 2024 presidential campaign. Plus, a discussion of Sam Tannenhaus' recent Vanity Fair article comparing Trump's leadership style to that of mob bosses in 1980s New York. Next, Tom Bevan talks to RCP contributor John Kass about what it means for America that its most populous cities – including Los Angeles, Chicago and perhaps New York after today's announcement that Zohran Mamdani is the official Democratic mayoral candidate - are run by progressive Democratic mayors. And lastly, Andrew Walworth talks to RealClear Investigations writer Ben Weingarten about his recent article on how the Trump Administration wants to exclude illegal aliens from the U.S. Census count, and why doing so could alter the balance of power in the House, change the distribution of votes among states in the electoral college, and redistribute population-based federal funds.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the Trump budget bill which passed the Senate today and also the latest episode in the feud between President Donald Trump and Elon Musk. Then, they talk about Federal Reserve Chairman Jerome Powell's comments today that Trump's tariff policies have helped keep interest rates high. Plus, the Democratic National Committee announces summertime plans to build enthusiasm for the party in “non-political spaces". Next, they discuss today's official closing of the U.S. Agency for International Development (USAID) and Secretary of State Marco Rubio's plans to cut 15% of the State Department's personnel. Then finally, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks with RealClear Investigations writer John Murawski about his latest expose looking into how during Pride Month, some public libraries have moved beyond celebrations of LGBTQ+ identity to include sexually explicit content, radical gender ideology, and overt political messaging—even in books and displays aimed at very young children.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss a new poll from Gallup released today that shows the percentage of Americans who say they are "proud to be an American" has fallen to a record low. And, they talk about New York Democratic mayoral candidate Zohan Mamdani who was questioned about democratic socialism and what it means to him. Then, they discuss how, in the face of pressure from Donald Trump, Canada decided to rescind a tax on digital services that would have cost U.S. tech giants billions. Plus, President Trump prepares to visit a new holding facility being built in the Florida Everglades to house illegal migrants. Next, RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende talks with Tom Bevan about Sen. Thom Tillis' decision not to run for reelection in North Carolina, putting a vulnerable Senate seat up for grabs. And lastly, Carl Cannon talks to RealClear Investigations reporter James Varney about his recent story which explains on January 15 and 16, 2025, The Department of Energy signed off on $42 billion in green energy projects – a sum that exceeded the total amount the agency's Loan Programs Office had spent over the past ten years.

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Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss today's Pentagon briefing by Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth and Joint Chiefs of Staff Chairman General Dan Caine on the Iranian strike and counterstrike in the Middle East. They also talk about, CNN anchor Jake Tapper defending his news organization's brand of journalism. Then, they discuss the results of this weekend's NATO summit, and the upcoming wedding of Jeff Bezos and Lauren Sanchez which is estimated to cost as much as $55 million has sparked protests in Venice. Next, Trump Border Czar Tom Homan tells RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann what "scares the hell out" of him concerning Iranian nationals in the United States. Homan predicts deportations will "skyrocket" after passage of Trump's budget bill. And finally, Tom talks to RCP contributor Richard Porter about Illinois Governor J.B. Pritzker who's announced he's launching his campaign for a 3rd term, while positioning himself for a possible White House run in 2028.

2 weeks ago Israel launched a wave of strikes on Iran targeting nuclear facilities, military sites, and key officials. Iran responded to Israel's unprovoked aggression and ever since, two of the strongest powers in the Middle East have been bombing each other.This event has the potential to radically destabilize the region and world politics, and it threatens to place full US involvement in the region back on the agenda.In this context the Revolutionary Communist Party in Toronto met on Friday, June 20 to discuss the roots of the present crisis and the working class solution to the escalation in the Middle East. RCP activist Marco LaGrotta kicked off the discussion with this presentation.The day after this meeting took place, Trump bombed Iran.We are living in a period of ever deepening capitalist crisis and increasing militarism. The fight to overthrow capitalism and bring to birth a new society has never been more urgent.If you agree with our ideas and want to fight for socialism, join us: marxist.ca/join

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the state of the ceasefire between Iran and Israel, and whether allowing the current Iranian regime to continue in power is the best outcome for Israel, the Iranian people and the U.S. They also talk about NATO's decision to increase defense spending to 5% of GDP, while President Trump seems to want to reinterpret Article 5, which calls for a common defense of all signatories. Plus, Sen. Lisa Murkowski (R-Alaska) publicly toys with the idea of quitting the GOP to become an independent and caucus with the Democrats. Next, Carl and Andrew talk to RCP contributor Bill King about the alarming decline in birthrates across the globe, and what, if anything, governments can do about it. And finally, RCP contributor Charlie Stone talks with actor and author Kirk Cameron about his journey to Christianity and why, as a man of faith, he supports President Trump.

In this episode of the RCP Medicine podcast, Professor Ailsa Hart and Dr Eathar Shakweh discuss how to approach managing Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) in the acute medical setting. This is the second episode of a 2-part series, with a focus on Crohn's disease. IBD is a common condition, affecting 1 in 123 people in the UK. The 2024 State of the IBD Care in the UK report highlighted the urgent need to shorten time to diagnosis and initiate early treatment to minimise the risk of IBD-related complications. Acute and general medicine physicians have an important role to play in diagnosing and managing IBD. This podcast will equip medics at all stages of training with the necessary knowledge to approach this heterogenous and complex condition. Professor Hart is Director of IBD Research at St Mark's Hospital, London, United Kingdom and a world-leading expert in IBD. Eathar is an IBD Clinical Research Fellow at St Mark's and Imperial, with a special interest in perianal fistulising Crohn's disease. Crohn's & Colitis UK (CCUK) Websitehttps://crohnsandcolitis.org.uk/This is a valuable resource for patients and healthcare professionals alike, containing a wealth of information on IBD investigation and management.British Society of Gastroenterology (BSG) guidelines on Inflammatory Bowel Disease (IBD) - 2019Lamb, Christopher Andrew et al. “British Society of Gastroenterology consensus guidelines on the management of inflammatory bowel disease in adults.” Gut vol. 68,Suppl 3 (2019): s1-s106. doi:10.1136/gutjnl-2019-318484https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/31562236/For interested listeners, these are the national guidelines for IBD diagnosis and management. Please note, the new guidelines for 2025 are pending release.ECCO Guidelines on Therapeutics in Crohn's disease: Medical TreatmentTorres, Joana et al. “ECCO Guidelines on Therapeutics in Crohn's Disease: Medical Treatment.” Journal of Crohn's & colitis vol. 14,1 (2020): 4-22. doi:10.1093/ecco-jcc/jjz180https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38877997/ECCO Guidelines on Surgery in Crohn's disease: Surgical TreatmentAdamina, Michel et al. “ECCO Guidelines on Therapeutics in Crohn's Disease: Surgical Treatment.” Journal of Crohn's & colitis vol. 18,10 (2024): 1556-1582. doi:10.1093/ecco-jcc/jjae089https://pubmed.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/38878002/These are the European Crohn's and Colitis Organisation (ECCO) guidelines on therapeutics in Crohn's disease, divided into medical and surgical treatment.RCPEducation and learning | RCP CreditsMusic bensound.com

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss how Republicans and Democrats are reacting to President Trump's missile strike on Iranian nuclear facilities, as well as today's retaliatory attack by Tehran on an American base in Doha, Qatar. They also talk about Tuesday's New York Democratic Mayoral Primary, which features a crowded race and ranked choice voting. Anti-Cuomo forces have tried to work the new ranked choice voting system to their favor, and new research from Emerson College Polling predicts that Assemblyman Zohran Mamdani may win over current leader Andrew Cuomo after eight rounds of elimination. Next, Carl Cannon talks to RCP special correspondent Addison Graham from Brussels on the European Union foreign ministers meeting, how they view next steps in the Middle East and Ukraine, and how they see President Trump's role in reshaping U.S. foreign policy. And lastly, Tom Bevan talks to Rachel Hoff, Policy Director of the Reagan Institute about a new survey conducted by the institute on U.S. public attitudes toward Iran, NATO and national security.

Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and National Review contributor Heather Wilhelm discuss Donald Trump's decision to allow a two-week window for diplomacy to work in Iran, and a federal appeals court ruled on Thursday that the president could maintain control over the California National Guard, despite Governor Gavin Newsom's protests. They also talk about Catlin Clark's impact on women's professional basketball and the reaction of her fellow players. Also, “You Can't Be Serious” for the week just past. Next, Carl talks to RCP contributor and former State Department official Peter Berkowitz about what may happen next in the confrontation with Iran, and about his forthcoming book, Explaining Israel: The Jewish State, the Middle East and America. And finally, RCP Contributor Maggie Miller talks with Rupert Darwell, senior fellow at the National Center for Energy Analytics and the author of the forthcoming book, The Age of Error: Net Zero and the Destruction of the West.

Many people on the left, fearful of a Poilievre victory—voted for Carney as the "lesser-evil". But just a month and a half later, Carney is now carrying out one of the most reactionary policies both domestically and internationally. Having rode an anti-Trump wave to power, Carney is now capitulating to Trump on issue after issue. This week, Joel is joined by Marco to discuss this issue.Read the RCP's political perspectives for Canada: https://www.marxist.ca/article/the-rcps-2025-political-perspectives-2Do you agree with our idea? Want to fight for Communism? Join us! https://www.marxist.ca/join

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and RCP White House Correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss Donald Trump's decision-making process on Iran, and what the recent showdown between Tucker Carlson and Senator Ted Cruz (R-TX) says about the MAGA movement's split on how far to go to deny Tehran a nuclear weapon. They also talk about the arrest of NY City mayoral candidate Brad Lander, the latest Democrat to be handcuffed during a protest. Plus, Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) delivers a tearful description of his detainment by the Secret Service after he disrupted Kristi Noem's press conference. Next, Tom talks to Ej Dickson, senior writer at New York magazine, about her recent article covering The Young Women's Leadership Summit in Dallas, TX, and what factors explain the recent rise in support for MAGA among women aged 18-29. And finally, RCP contributor Charlie Stone talks to Senator Chris Van Hollen (D-MD) about the “No Kings” demonstrations, Iran, and what happens next for Abrego Garcia.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the latest developments in the Middle East, including Iran's overtures to continue talks over their nuclear weapons program and Donald Trump meeting today with fellow world leaders at the G-7 conference in Alberta, Canada. They also talk about Saturday's military parade in Washington, DC and the “No Kings” demonstrations held around the country. And, they look at coverage of the motivation of the alleged shooter who attacked two Minnesota lawmakers in their homes over the weekend. Then, they discuss whether Donald Trump is adjusting his immigration enforcement strategy following criticism that ICE is detaining workers essential to farming and the hospitality industry. Plus, they look at the life and legacy of composer Brian Wilson, co-founder of the Beach Boys. And finally, Andrew Walworth talks with RCP national correspondent Susan Crabtree about Senator Alex Padillia (D-CA) and his interaction with Secret Service assigned to protect Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem. Did agents follow agency protocol and did Padilla receive special treatment?

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the impact of Israel's latest military strike against Iran. They also look ahead to this weekend's parade in DC marking the 250th anniversary of the founding of the U.S. Army and the “No Kings” demonstrations scheduled for cities around the country to protest Donald Trump's policies. Then, they discuss the reaction to the confrontation between secret service agents and Senator Alex Padilla (D-CA) when he disrupted a press conference by DHS Secretary Kristi Noem. Plus, they each give their picks for this week's “You Can't Be Serious". Next, Tom talks to RCP contributor and former state department official Peter Berkowitz about U.S./Israeli relations in the wake of Israel's military strike on Iran, and what may happen next in the Middle East. And lastly, Andrew talks with Real Clear Investigations reporter James Varney about his new article documenting what happens over several days in a New Orleans immigration court.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss California governor Gavin Newsom's televised address criticizing Donald Trump's speech to the troops at Fort Bragg. They also talk about the results of last night's New Jersey primary, and a plan buried within Trump's budget to give every U.S. baby $1,000 upon birth. Next, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks to Daniel Yergin, author of "The New Map: Energy, Climate and the Clash of Nations" about meeting America's current and future energy needs. And finally, Carl Cannon talks to Jackie Cushman, chair of the Adams Memorial Commission and president of the Adams Memorial Fund, about a planned memorial on the National Mall to honor President John Adams and other members of his family.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Donald Trump's decision to deploy the National Guard and 700 marines to help protect federal buildings in Los Angeles amid accusations from California Democrats that the Administration is responsible for escalating the situation. They also talk about Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth's appearance today before the House to discuss the Pentagon budget and other issues, including the President's use of the National Guard. Plus, the Democratic National Committee is voting on whether to redo the election of David Hogg as Vice Chair. Next, Tom Bevan talks to RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about current discussions among Trump advisors concerning the politics of ICE arrests and the fight between the White House and California Democrats. And lastly, Carl Cannon talks to RCP contributor Greg Orman about Tesla's market valuation, Elon Musk's bet on the future of humanoid robotics, and the implications for American workers of an increasingly robotic future.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss Donald Trump's decision to deploy the National Guard to quell riots in Los Angeles, and the response of California Governor Gavin Newsom and LA Mayor Karen Bass. They also talk about the detention of Great Thunberg and other activists who attempted to deliver food aid to Gaza by boat, and ABC News' decision to suspend correspondent Terry Moran following his early Sunday morning social media post attacking White House advisor Stephen Miller and President Trump. Then, Carl Cannon and Andrew Walworth talk to RCP national correspondent Susan Crabtree about the difficult relationship between Gavin Newsom and Donald Trump, and who benefits politically from their current battle. And finally, Tom Bevan talks to Ned Ryun, founder and CEO of American Majority, a nonprofit that provides training to conservative candidates, about why he believes House and Senate Republicans should put aside fiscal differences and pass President Trump's budget.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan White House Correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss the policy differences behind the schism between President Trump and Elon Musk, and what it may mean for legislation and the future of the Republican Party. They also talk about a new initiative by the Democratic Party to study and connect with young male voters, and they have their “You Can't Be Serious” stories for the week. Next, Carl Cannon and Andrew Walworth talk to presidential historian Tevi Troy about the 81st anniversary of D-Day, Dwight D. Eisenhower, and yesterday's Oval Office meeting between President Donald Trump and German Chancellor Fredrich Merz. And finally, RCP contributor Charlie Stone talks to Retired Army General Stanley McChrystal about his new book, On Character: Choices That Define A Life and lessons learned from his life in military service.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the latest polling numbers from Real Clear Politics, including polls that measure President Trump's approval rating and how voters respond to a generic congressional ballot question. Also, Democratic Arizona governor Katie Hobbs vetoed a Republican-backed measure that would have banned China from buying property close to U.S. airbases in the state. Is this good policy, and is it good politics? Then, they are joined by RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann to discuss the black-tie gala on Tuesday night hosted by the new think tank, The American Compass Institute. The event featured both Secretary of State Marco Rubio and Vice President J.D. Vance. Can this new think tank turn Trump's ideas into a coherent governing philosophy? Next, Carl Cannon talks to pollster John Della Volpe about his new poll for the Democratic Party looking at young male voters, just released today. The poll is part of the DNC's two-year, $20 million initiative to study young men and how Democrats can reach them. And finally, Tom talks to Edward Yingling, co-founder of Princetonians for Free Speech, about an exclusive RCP article by recent Princeton graduate Danielle Shapiro outlining the university's recent policies and statements on reining in antisemitism on campus.

Jon Madorsky is Managing Partner and Co-Portfolio manager of the secondaries strategy at RCP Advisors, one of the largest managers focused exclusively on North American lower middle market buyouts. Jon joined the firm 21 years ago and has participated in the growth of the secondaries business from its earliest stages. His partner, Alex Abell, joined me on the show last year and that conversation is replayed in the feed.   Our conversation covers the history and maturation of the secondaries market from a red-headed stepchild to a modern portfolio tool. We discuss the use cases, transaction types, and capital sources in secondaries, RCP's investment strategy, levers of value creation, portfolio construction, and exit strategy. Jon also shares his perspective on secondary market pricing, growth, risks, and the future of the industry. If you'd like to learn more, reach out to Jon directly at jon@rcpadvisors.com.  Learn More Follow Ted on Twitter at @tseides or LinkedIn Subscribe to the mailing list Access Transcript with Premium Membership

Alex Abell is a Managing Partner at RCP Advisors, which at $14 billion of committed capital, is one of the largest firms focused exclusively on lower-middle market buyouts. Alex has spent twenty-three years in the business, starting on the LP side, building Atlas Diligence – a research and advisory platform focused on advanced analytics, and then merging Atlas with RCP a decade ago. Today, he helps manage RCP's research efforts, its customized solutions, and advisory services. Our conversation covers Alex's path and lessons learned investing in lower middle market buyout funds across assessing managers with data, benchmarking, blending quantitative and qualitative factors, and applying insights to primary and secondary investing. Alex and I just scratch the surface on what's possible with analytics in the private markets. If you'd like to learn more, reach out to Alex directly at alex@rcpadvisors.com Learn More Follow Ted on Twitter at @tseides or LinkedIn Subscribe to the mailing list Access Transcript with Premium Membership

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Emily Jashinsky, Washington correspondent for the Unherd website, discuss Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s announcement that the CDC will no longer recommend Covid 19 shots for healthy children and pregnant women. Also, is the bromance between Elon Musk and President Trump breaking up over Trump's budget bill? They also talk about what Artificial Intelligence may mean for white collar workers in the information economy and whether AI will be a major issue in the 2028 elections. Next, RCP National Correspondent Susan Crabtree discusses with Tom her latest RCP article on how one California high school's decision to invite an expert on BDSM to speak to students met with parental resistance. The incident may prove a test case for The Trump Administration's policy of “ending radical indoctrination” in K-12 schools across the country. And finally, Andrew talks with Jeffrey Gedmin, president and CEO of the Middle East Broadcast Networks, about his legal battle to keep the service going as the Trump Administration seeks to defund MBN, along with the Voice of America, Radio Free Europe and other federally funded overseas broadcasters.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss last night's private dinner for top investors in the Trump family's $TRUMP crypto coin. Also, today a judge halted the Trump administration's move to strip Harvard of its ability to enroll international students. They also talk about what has changed in the five years since the killing of George Floyd in Minneapolis by police, which happened on May 25, 2020. Plus, this week's “You Can't Be Serious” segment. Next, Carl talks to Harvard Law Professor Emeritus Alan Dershowitz about his new book "The Preventative State", which deals with balancing the increasing capacity of new technology to predict and prevent crime and the preservation of civil liberty. And finally, Andrew talks to RCP contributor and author John J. Waters on how Americans should mark Memorial Day, and Trump's now aborted plan to change the name of Veterans Day to “Victory Day for World War I,” a move that was opposed by many veterans' groups.

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss reactions to former FBI director James Comey's Instagram post of the numbers “8647” spelled out using seashells on the beach, which some have interpreted as a threat aimed at President Trump. Also, current FBI director Kash Patel says he will move 1,500 agents out of Washington, and that the FBI will leave the Hoover Building in downtown DC. They also talk about the politics behind a House resolution introduced by Rep. Summer Lee (D.-PA) yesterday designed to give reparations to descendants of American slaves. PLUS this week's “You Can't Be Serious” – a look at the most outrageous statements or events of the past week. Next, Carl Cannon talks to historian Jason Steinhauer about Trump's decision to fire Carla Hayden, the Librarian of Congress and congressional reaction to the move. And lastly, RCP contributor Maggie Miller talks to journalist John Murawski about his recent reporting on the University of Austin (UATX) and the School of Civic Leadership at the University of Texas. Both are part of a growing national movement hoping to revive classical education by emphasizing the Great Books, free markets, and individual liberty.