Risky Business with Nate Silver and Maria Konnikova Will The Epstein Files Sink Trump?
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Nov 19, 2025 The discussion kicks off with Trump’s surprising shift on the Epstein files, raising questions about its impact on his presidency. Nate explains the mechanics of a discharge petition that could expedite the files' release. They explore potential legal obstacles and the chances of media leaks. The hosts debate whether public reactions to these revelations could alter Trump's support among Republicans. Maria argues for transparency, while they ponder how elite scandals could fuel populism. Will this shift push Trump into a lame-duck status?
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Maria's Poker Victory In Vegas
- Maria Konnikova recounts winning a $5,000 No Limit Hold'em event in Las Vegas.
- She describes key hands, strategic calls, and the emotional experience of prevailing against top players.
Key Hands That Built Her Lead
- Maria describes specific final-table hands where opponent bluffs and hero calls shaped her chip lead.
- She notes a player mucked his hand, depriving strategic post-hand information.
Trump's Strategic U-Turn On Epstein Files
- The Epstein files became a sustained political demand that Republicans initially resisted but couldn't indefinitely block.
- Trump publicly reversed course, signaling willingness to let House Republicans vote to release the files to save face.