The Al Franken Podcast

129: Molly Jong-Fast and Mark Leibovich on the GOP Debate

Aug 27, 2023
Discussion on the Republican debate and analysis of standout candidates. Commentary on Trump's claims and ongoing trials. Experience and chaos of reporting on a debate. Frustration with lack of substantive discussion. Strong dislike for James Comey's actions and speculation on their impact. Hope for a different GOP nominee.
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1
Introduction
00:00 • 3min
2
Discussion on Trump's claims, the Georgia trial, and the January 6th trial
02:40 • 3min
3
Speculation on the GOP Debate and Introduction of Mark Leibovich and Molly Jung Fast
05:44 • 3min
4
Covering a Debate and the Chaos of the Spin Room
09:10 • 2min
5
Observations on the GOP Debate
10:49 • 15min
6
Analysis of the Recent GOP Debate
26:15 • 4min
7
The Cost of Comey's Actions
30:35 • 9min
8
Analyzing the GOP Debate and Speculating on the Base and Elites
39:39 • 2min