President Biden discusses his campaign challenges, concerns about age and mental agility, handling of immigration, and conflicts in the Middle East. Exploring American democracy, political communication, and strategy in his campaign. Biden's confidence facing Trump, resilience against media scrutiny, and Hollywood anecdotes.

Evan Osnos, a Longtime staff writer for The New Yorker with in-depth insights on Kamala Harris's campaign, discusses the complexities of her rise in politics. He shares how Biden’s endorsement has shifted her trajectory yet underscores her razor-thin lead in polls. Osnos highlights the skepticism Harris faces and her determination not to wait for traditional processes. The emotional impact on young voters and the looming fear of another Electoral College loss for Democrats are also explored, emphasizing the unprecedented stakes of her candidacy.

Jelani Cobb, Evan Osnos, and Jill Lepore discuss the fragility of American democracy, choosing historical accounts aligned with political preferences, motivations of Capitol insurrectionists, examining America's true history, interconnected challenges of constitutional time, polarization, and income inequality, and the impact of diversity on the January 6 insurrection.

Political journalists Susan B. Glasser, Jane Mayer, and Evan Osnos discuss Biden's debate flubs, Trump's lies, and the future of the Democratic Party. They examine Biden's debate performance, potential campaign repercussions, and calls for him to withdraw. The conversation delves into Democratic Party blame, decision-making, and the impact on future elections.

Evan Osnos, expert on Joe Biden, discusses Biden's 2024 campaign, engaging young voters, and marketing economic wins. Will Fulton County DA play a major role in the Trump case? Exploring legal concept of standing in court cases and analyzing Biden's presidency impact. Reflecting on economic performance, political messaging, and challenges in communication. Analyzing influence of Trump voters on Biden's strategy and navigating divergent narratives in politics.

The podcast discusses voter dissatisfaction in the Michigan primary, Supreme Court's delay of Trump's trial, potential impact on democracy, Biden's challenges in Michigan, and implications of the war in Gaza on US politics.

Jelani Cobb, Evan Osnos, and Jill Lepore discuss the fragility of American democracy, touching on the historical foundation of the country and the impact of politically biased interpretations of the past. They also explore the disengagement of citizens from the political system, reflecting on the Capitol insurrection and the challenges ahead for democracy. The conversation includes comparisons between different eras of American history, the undemendability of the Constitution, and the counter-majoritarian nature of American democracy.

Evan Osnos discusses Biden campaign's response to debate fallout. Jada Yuan on American release of Trump movie. Simone Biles qualifies for third Olympics. Podcast covers DNC candidates, Supreme Court rulings, and more.

The podcast covers a range of political books, from America's history with foreign dictators to the rise of authoritarian rule worldwide. They discuss economic inequality, insights into political figures like The Netanyahu family and Saddam Hussein, and the impact of algorithms on culture. The hosts explore evangelical Christianity in politics, challenges of writing biographies, and the blurred lines between fiction and reality.

Political analysts Susan B. Glasser and Jane Mayer, along with journalist Evan Osnos, discuss the struggles President Biden faces in retaining voter confidence amidst Democratic turmoil. They delve into Trump's campaign strategy and the narrative shift from Biden to Trump's threat to democracy.