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Pod Save America is a no-b******t conversation about politics hosted by former Obama aides Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer, and Tommy Vietor. It cuts through the noise to break down the week’s news and helps people figure out what matters and how they can help. They’re regularly joined by journalists, activists, politicians, entertainers, and world leaders. You can watch on YouTube or listen to new episodes every Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. Subscribe to Friends of the Pod! Your subscription makes Crooked’s work possible and gives you access to ad-free episodes of Pod Save America and…
Pod Save America's October 6, 2026 episode covers the final stretch before the midterm elections with a focus on unexpected Democratic momentum. The hosts—Jon, Tommy, and Lovett—analyze Trump's campaign trail rhetoric (including his crude comment about "shoving it" somewhere unspecified) against polling data showing…
Worth it if you're closely following 2026 midterm races and want Democratic-leaning commentary on polling shifts and Senate pickup opportunities.
Pod Save America hosts Jon Lovett and Michael Lewis discuss Lewis's new book 'Blockers: Rebels in the Deep State,' which chronicles government employees who resisted the Trump administration and DOGE (Department of Government Efficiency) during its implementation. The episode centers on specific case studies of civil…
Worth it if you're interested in insider accounts of Trump administration governance, want to understand institutional resistance to DOGE, or are considering Democratic messaging for the next election.
Pod Save America's October 2, 2026 episode opens with commentary on Pete Hegseth's controversial speech at the Department of War, where he announced that "beardos, weirdos, and wimps" are no longer welcome—the titular framing that gives the episode its name. Hosts Jon and Dan react to Trump's campaign activities,…
Worth it if you're a Pod Save America regular who wants Democratic-leaning commentary on Trump administration moves and competitive Senate races in red states.
Pod Save America's September 29, 2026 episode tackles a sprawling set of political developments in the Trump administration's second term. The headline topic is Senate Democrats signaling openness to impeaching Defense Secretary Pete Hegseth if the House votes to impeach and Democrats control the Senate after the…
Worth it if you're a regular Pod Save America listener who wants quick takes on multiple Trump administration controversies and don't mind surface-level political commentary.
Pod Save America's live episode from the Texas Tribune Festival focuses on Democratic prospects in Texas, a state long considered reliably Republican but increasingly competitive. The hosts (Jon, Tommy, Lovett, and Dan) discuss several Texas races: James Talarico's debate challenge to Ken Paxton, Gina Hinojosa's…
Worth it if you're tracking 2026 midterm races, interested in Texas politics, or want on-the-ground reporting from a major political festival.
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Pod Save America's September 25, 2026 episode examines whether recent Democratic polling momentum is genuine or inflated optimism. Dan and Jon analyze Republican candidates distancing themselves from Trump on Iran policy, then dig into the latest polling data—notably a Times/Siena poll from Maine showing surprising…
Worth it if you're tracking 2026 Democratic momentum and want a skeptical take on polling, or interested in Kaepernick's post-NFL work.
Pod Save America's September 22, 2026 episode opens with Trump's announcement banning journalists from CNN, MSNBC, and Politico, prompting major television networks to halt White House pool coverage. Hosts Jon and Tommy react to the stated justifications from Trump and JD Vance for this press freedom restriction. The…
Worth it if you're a Democratic voter wanting progressive reaction to Trump administration actions and interested in a competitive House race in New York.
Pod Save America hosts Tommy Vietor interview Jessica Tarlov, a Fox News host and self-described liberal voice on the network's panel show "The Five." Tarlov discusses her new book "I Disagree: Winning Arguments without Losing Friends," which appears to focus on civil discourse across political divides. The episode…
Worth it if you're interested in media strategy, Democratic outreach to conservative audiences, or insider perspectives on Fox News dynamics.
Pod Save America's September 2026 episode examines whether Democrats can achieve a blue wave larger than 2018's midterm success. The hosts—Jon, Dan, and Alex—analyze recent polling data showing a political environment increasingly favorable to Democrats, while JD Vance appeals to voters to give the Trump…
Worth it if you're closely following 2026 midterm politics and want Democratic-leaning commentary on polling trends and Senate races.
Pod Save America's September 15, 2026 episode tackles AI regulation and Trump's dismissal of tech industry concerns. The hosts—Jon Favreau, Tommy Vietor, and Dan Lovett—analyze Trump's response to AI CEOs from Anthropic, OpenAI, and xAI calling for a global slowdown in AI development. Trump's counterargument that only…
Worth it if you're interested in Democratic takes on Trump's AI policy stance and want political commentary on near-term election implications, though expect a partisan lens.
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Pod Save America sends host Tommy Vietor to Detroit to cover Michigan's Democratic Senate race firsthand. The episode is structured in two parts: first, Tommy debriefs with co-host Jon Favreau about the on-the-ground energy and voter sentiment he observed in Michigan, then Tommy sits down directly with Abdul El-Sayed,…
Worth it if you're closely following the 2026 Michigan Senate race or interested in Democratic campaign strategy and healthcare policy messaging.
Pod Save America covers the GOP midterm convention in Dallas, focusing on Donald Trump's headline-grabbing promise to give every American adult a $5,000 check contingent on Republicans retaining control of both chambers of Congress. Jon and Dan highlight what they frame as the most absurd moments from 18 hours of…
Worth it if you're a Democratic-leaning listener who wants immediate reaction to GOP convention moments and don't mind a more opinion-driven than investigative approach.
Pod Save America's mailbag episode features the core hosts (Jon, Tommy, Lovett, and Dan) answering listener questions on a range of political topics. The episode covers what the hosts hope to learn from the 2026 midterms, their favorite political advertisements throughout history, and commentary on what they…
Worth it if you're a committed Pod Save America listener seeking tactical midterm advice and don't mind partisan framing without counterargument.
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