

E206 - Alternative Media, Trump 2.0, and the Moment in Politics w/ Katrina vanden Heuvel
Apr 8, 2025
Katrina vanden Heuvel, the editorial director and publisher of The Nation, shares her insights on Trump's impact on American politics and the rise of radical populism. She critiques both mainstream media and the Democratic Party's failures, advocating for a stronger left-wing media presence. The discussion touches on U.S. foreign policy shifts, particularly regarding Europe and NATO, alongside the necessity for grassroots mobilization and economic populism as the political landscape evolves. Vanden Heuvel's perspective underscores the urgent need for change in discourse and strategy.
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Intro
00:00 • 2min
Navigating the Political Landscape of 2025
02:22 • 22min
Critiques of Mainstream Media and the Rise of Alternative Voices
24:41 • 5min
Exploring Premium Travel Gear and Hassle-Free Website Hosting
30:00 • 2min
U.S. Foreign Policy Shifts Under Trump
32:13 • 21min
Navigating the Meanness in Politics
52:48 • 2min