RealClearPolitics Podcast

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Ronna McDaniel Fired at NBC, Trump’s Truth Social Goes Public, and the Collapse of the Key Bridge in Baltimore

In today's podcast - Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Ronna McDaniel being fired at NBC and Trump’s Truth Social platform going public. They also chat about RFK Jr.'s VP pick Nicole Shanahan and Pete Buttigieg's handling of the Key Bridge collapse in Baltimore. Next, Carl Cannon speaks with author Louis Perron about his new book "Beat the Incumbent: Proven Strategies and Tactics to Win Elections". And finally, Tom Bevan talks to Greg Orman about RFK’s campaign.

43m
Mar 27
Speaker Mike Johnson's Challenge, New Swing State Polls, and Donald Trump's "Veepstakes"

Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon this time talk about the new swing state polls from Bloomberg and Speaker Mike Johnson’s challenges in the House. They also discuss RFK Jrs. VP pick - Silicon Valley lawyer Nicole Shanahan and Donald Trump’s big “Veepstakes” - who's in the running to be his VP and who's not. Next, Tom talks with RCP senior elections analyst Sean Trende on House elections. And closing it up, Andrew speaks with RCP National Correspondent Susan Crabtree about the state of antisemitism on college campuses.

43m
Mar 26
Donald Trump's Bond Reduced, Ronna McDaniel Hired at NBC, and Why is America’s Youth So Unhappy?

Today, the guys discuss the New York Appeals Court decision to reduce Donald Trump’s bond in his civil fraud case, and new data from Gallup included in their most recent “World Happiness Report” which shows America’s young people are less happy than previous generations. Then, they talk about the conflict within NBC News over the hiring of former RNC Chair Ronnna McDaniel as a network contributor. Next, Carl Cannon chats with Washington Post columnist Karen Tumulty about current news. And winding it up, Andrew talks with RCP White House correspondent Phil Wegmann about the cancelation of an Israeli delegation’s White House visit, and the relationship between President Biden and Vice President Kamala Harris.

43m
Mar 25
Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Move to Vacate the House Speaker’s Chair, Trump’s Financial Options, and New Battleground State Polls from CNN.

Today's discussion is about Marjorie Taylor Greene’s move to vacate the House Speaker’s Chair. Also, a look at new battleground state polls from CNN. Then, they talk about Trump’s financial options in the days before he has to post bond in New York, and look at the politics of President Biden’s proposal for a $10,000 credit for first-time and repeat homebuyers. Next, Andrew talks to James Freeman, assistant editor of The Wall Street Journal’s editorial page, about Dean Phillips’ surprising strength in the Ohio Democratic primary and whether it reveals a growing protest vote against President Biden. And finally, Tom speaks with Mary Katharine Ham about the politics of Laken Riley’s murder and its impact on America’s views of illegal immigration.

43m
Mar 22
The Biden Impeachment Hearings, the Shohei Ohtani Gambling Scandal, and are the Democrats Taking RFK Jr Seriously?

This time - Andy, Carl, and Tom chat about presidential candidate RFK Jr: what are his chances and who will he pick as a running mate? They also discuss the Biden impeachment hearings in the House and the Shohei Ohtani gambling scandal. Next, Carl Cannon talks with Gerrick D. Wilkins, author of the new book, “Unshackling Democracy” about term limits and other political reforms. Then finally, Tom, Carl, and RCP National Correspondent Susan Crabtree discuss passage of California Prop One Homelessness Initiative.

43m
Mar 21
Primary Results, New National & State Polls, and New EPA Rules on Electric Cars

Today, Andrew, Tom and Carl chat about last night’s primary results and some newly released national and state polls. They also discuss the politics of the new EPA rules on electric vehicles and ask the question "Should Justice Sotomeyer Retire?" Then, Carl speaks with White House correspondent Richard Benedetto on Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's comments on Benjamin Netanyahu. And finally Andrew Walworth talks with journalist and Culture Editor at The Federalist - Emily Jashinsky on the media treatment of Christine Blasey Ford.

43m
Mar 20
Biden on Hispanic Voters, Trump on Jewish Voters, and When Can Haiti Begin to Recover?

Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss why President Biden is in Arizona and Nevada today, and how he is targeting Hispanic voters. Also, Donald Trump says Jews who vote Democratic “Hate Israel” and their religion. Then, they talk about the NYTimes’ article relating what new data says about the real cost of pandemic school closures, and the 45th anniversary of the founding of C-SPAN. Next, Tom Bevan discusses today’s Senate GOP primary race in Ohio and what California’s turn-out numbers mean with RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende. And finally, Nonprofit Leader and Musician Janet Anthony provides Andrew Walworth with an eyewitness account of her most recent experience in Haiti, and why she believes Haiti culture will endure.

43m
Mar 19
Biden and Netanyahu Talk, Supreme Court on First Amendment, and "Bloodbathgate"

In today's podcast - Andy, Carl, and Tom chat about President Biden finally speaking to BiBi Netanyahu for the first time in a month, the Supreme Court on the First Amendment and Big Tech, and the scoop on the GridIron Dinner. Also "Bloodbathgate" the fallout over President Trump's bloodbath comment. Next Carl Cannon and Phil Wegmann ponder over the question: Is Biden chafing at the staff’s attempt to control him? And finally, Tom Bevan and Richard Porter discuss the big changes at the RNC.

43m
Mar 18
Trump's Legal Troubles, Jake Tapper vs Aaron Rogers, and Which Party is Better at Getting Out the Vote?

This time - Andy, Carl, and Tom chat about the 4 criminal cases Donald Trump is facing including the ruling by Judge Scott McAfee that DA Fani Willis is not disqualified from prosecuting the Georgia RICO case. They also discuss which party is better at getting out the vote and the reporting by CNN's Jake Tapper on NFL quarterback Aaron Rodgers' history of conspiracy theories regarding the Sandy Hook school shooting. Next, Tom interviews journalist Al Hunt on Majority Leader Chuck Schumer's anti-Netanyahu speech calling for new elections in Israel. And finally, Carl speaks with author Craig Shirley and they talk about Shirley’s new book, "The Search for Reagan."

43m
Mar 15
Dems Going After Third Parties, Kamala Harris Polls, and Elon Musk vs Don Lemon

In today's podcast - Andy, Carl, and Tom discuss new polls in Nevada, Arizona, and Pennsylvania. Also, Dems going after third party candidates. Then, they talk about Kamala Harris Polls and her visit to an abortion clinic PLUS the Elon Musk and Don Lemon fight on Twitter. Next, Carl Cannon talks with Mollie Hemingway on the Nancy Mace/George Stephanopoulos Interview. And finally, Andy Walworth chats with Thom Shanker on the DNI Threat Assessment and Putin’s Nuclear Threats.

43m
Mar 14
New Polls on Biden, Abortion Bans Big for Dem Campaigns, and Tick Tock for Tik Tok

In today's podcast - Andy Carl and Tom discuss Biden's latest polling numbers after his State of the Union speech, how abortion bans are effecting voter turnout, and the House passing a bill that could lead to the ban of the Chinese social media platform Tik Tok. Next, Andrew interviews columnist John Feehery and then Carl speaks with his old friend Patricia Murphy who is a journalist for the Atlanta Journal Constitution. They discuss Biden's Atlanta rally and his popularity.

41m
Mar 13
The Robert Hur Testimony on Biden Docs, GOP Rep. Ken Buck Resigns, and Can a 3rd Party Influence the Election?

Today - Andy, Carl, and Tom discuss Special Counsel Robert Hur's testimony in front of the House Judiciary Committee about the Biden classified documents investigation and GOP Rep. Ken Buck resigning from Congress thereby narrowing the House majority. They also talk about the Slate article on third parties and the Financial Times article on Biden moving to the middle in general. Then, Tom Bevan speaks with Sean Trende on 10 interesting Senate races to watch. And lastly, Carl Cannon talks with Phil Wegmann discussing the White House's reaction to today’s Robert Hur hearing on Capitol Hill.

43m
Mar 12
The Katie Britt Fall-Out, The Oscars Cheers and Jeers, and Should Biden Have Used the Word "Illegal"?

In today's podcast - Andy Carl and Tom discuss Biden's State of the Union address and his comments on Hamas and the choice of using the word “illegals” vs. “undocumented". They also talk about the Deseret Values Poll and the Katie Britt back-peddling. Next. Carl speaks with Emily Jashinsky about the Oscar winners and losers. And finally, Andy interviews journalist Matt Taibbi on winning the RCP Samizdat award for his revealing work with other authors last year on the Twitter files.

43m
Mar 11
State of the Union Reactions, Big Changes at the RNC, and What's Up with No Label?

Today's podcast features Andrew Walworth, and Real Clear Politics correspondents Susan Crabtree and Phil Wegmann discussing Biden's State of the Union address and the GOP's response. They also talk about the "No Labels" party and the big changes coming at the RNC. Then, Andy interviews Jay Bhattacharya, M.D., Ph.D., who is a professor at the Stanford University School of Medicine in the Department of Health Policy. They chat about the Samizdat award. And finally, Carl Cannon interviews Eric Spitz who is a former president of the Orange County Register and CFO of Narragansett Brewing Co.

42m
Mar 09
State of the Union: Who Will Act Up?, Who is Katie Britt?, and What Will Biden Say About Gaza?

In today's podcast, Andrew, Carl and Tom discuss Biden's big State of the Union Address. They predict what Biden might say and wonder if any lawmakers will heckle him. Then they chat about Alabama Republican Senator Katie Britt and the GOP's response to the SOTU. And finally, Andy interviews Mohamed Younis from Galup on his State of the Union predictions and Carl interviews Miranda Devine of the New York Post on the Samizdat award.

43m
Mar 08
Nikki Haley Drops Out, the California Senate Race, and What Should Biden Say About the Economy?

Andrew, Carl and Tom discuss the aftermath of Super Tuesday, Adam Schiff advancing in the California Senate election, and Nikki Haley finally ending her presidential campaign. Then Tom interviews political reporter Josh Kraushauer on Super Tuesday election results and Carl speaks with political correspondent Susan Crabtreee on the California senate race.

43m
Mar 07
Super Tuesday, SOTU Predictions, and Why Is Michelle Obama So Popular?

Andrew, Carl and Tom discuss Super Tuesday, crime in different cities, the latest polls, and give predictions for the State of the Union address. Then, Tom speaks with Sean Trende on Super Tuesday and Trump’s appeal. And finally Carl interviews Salena Zito asking the question - Can Trump get moderates on board?

43m
Mar 06
SCOTUS Rules Trump Stays on Ballot, New Polling Numbers, and Is Nikki Haley Done After Super Tuesday?

Listen to our new radio show on SiriusXM - POTUS POLITICS Channel 124, hosted by Andrew Walworth with co-hosts Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon. Today's guests: Andy interviews WH correspondent Phil Wegmann on Biden's new polling numbers and his New Yorker interview. And, Carl interviews Greg Orman on the Supreme Court's decision to keep Trump on the ballot and Colorado's decision to take Trump off the ballot.

44m
Mar 05
The Dueling Texas Photo -Op, Biden's Polling Numbers. and Hunter Biden Transcripts

Listen to our new radio show on SiriusXM - POTUS POLITICS Channel 124, hosted by Andrew Walworth with co-hosts Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon. Guests include Nick Tolano - Executive Director of political reform group Unite America and Democratic Strategist Maria Cardona on Joe Biden's polling numbers.

42m
Mar 02
Presidents Biden and Trump Make Dueling Border Visits, The Latest Exit Polls, and The Struggle of Young Political Journalists

Guests include columnist for the New York Post Karol Markowicz and Washington Political Journalist Howard Fineman.

43m
Mar 01
The Stepping Down of Mitch McConnell, the Aftermath of the Michigan Primaries, and Why the Arizona Senate Race Matters

Listen to our new radio show on SiriusXM - POTUS POLITICS Channel 124, hosted by Andrew Walworth with co-hosts Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon. Today's guests include A.B. Stoddard from the Bulwark and Peter Berkowitz of the Hoover Institution.

42m
Feb 28
RCP's New Sirius XM Show: Michigan primary results, Biden's latest polling numbers, and 3rd Party candidates

New Radio Show - RealClearPolitics on SiriusXM, hosted by Andrew Walworth with co-hosts Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon. Guests include Susan Crabtree and Bernie Porn.

42m
Feb 27
RCP's New SiriusXM Radio Show: Nikki Haley's Path Forward, The Michigan Primary and is SNL Becoming Less "Woke?"

The inaugural edition of RealClearPolitics on SiriusXM, hosted by Andrew Walworth with co-hosts Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon. Guests include Sean Trende, RCP senior elections analyst and Emily Jashinsky, cultural editor of the Federalist news site.

43m
Feb 27
RCP's New Daily Radio Show on SiriusXM, What Happens After the South Carolina GOP Primary and Looking Forward to the State of the Union

RealClearPolitics president and co-founder Tom Bevan and Washington bureau chief Carl Cannon join Andrew Walworth to discuss the launch of the new daily RCP radio program on SiriusXM, Nikki Haley's path after the South Carolina primary, and the upcoming State of the Union address.

26m
Feb 23
Navalny's Death, Fani Willis on the Stand, and Tension in Trumpworld

Read Phil Wegman's piece, Sharp Elbows, Even Sharper Knives in Trump Inner Sanctums https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2024/02/16/sharp_elbows_even_sharper_knives_in_trump_inner_sanctums_150519.html Subscribe to Carl Cannon's Morning Note https://www.realclearpolitics.com/daily_newsletters/ Find podcasts and more on RealClearPolitics.com https://www.realclearpolitics.com/podcasts/ Get the latest polling averages on today's races https://www.realclearpolitics.com/epolls/latest_polls/ Subscribe on iTunes to catch every episode https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/realclearpolitics-takeaway/id1509826894

33m
Feb 16
Poll Position: What the Polls Say About Today's New York Special Election

On today's RealClearPolitics Poll Position podcast, RCP president and co-founder Tom Bevan discusses the latest polling on Tuesday's special election in New York's third congressional district with pollsters Don Levy, Director of the Siena College Research Center and Spencer Kimball, Director at the Emerson College Polling Center.

17m
Feb 13
Biden's Mental Fitness, Will The Supremes Put Trump Back on the Ballot, and Funding for Ukraine Moves Forward

RealClearPolitics president and co-founder Tom Bevan and Washington bureau chief Carl Cannon join Andrew Walworth on today's RCP Takeaway podcast.

28m
Feb 09
RCP Poll Position: Echelon Insights Pollster Patrick Ruffini on the State of the Presidential Race

RealClearPolitics president and co-founder Tom Bevan talks with Echelon Insights founding partner Patrick Ruffini on the 2024 presidential race, the future of the Republican Party, and whether an improving economic picture will help President Biden's chances in November.

17m
Feb 07
Can Biden Win the Labor Vote, Religious Freedom in Crisis, and the Value of Taylor Swift's Endorsement

RealClearPolitics Washington bureau chief Carl Cannon, senior elections analyst Sean Trende, and national political correspondent Susan Crabtree join Andrew Walworth on today's RCP Takeaway podcast.

33m
Feb 02
Poll Position: Democratic Pollster Michael Bocian on Biden vs. Trump

Democratic pollster Michael Bocian, a principal at the polling firm GBAO, joins RealClearPolitics president and co-founder Tom Bevan to discuss the 20204 presidential race. In 2022, Bocian worked on Democratic races, including Senator Raphael Warnock (GA), Senator John Fetterman (PA), Governors Tony Evers (WI), Laura Kelly (KS), and Governor Tina Kotek (OR). He also conducted independent expenditure polling in 2022 to help re-elect Governors Michelle Lujan Grisham (NM) and Gretchen Whitmer (MI), as well as Senators Michael Bennet (CO) and Patty Murray (WA).

15m
Jan 30