
Jonathan Cohn
Senior national correspondent at The Bulwark. He writes the bi-weekly newsletter, The Breakdown, about what is happening in our government and is the author of The Ten-Year War, Obamacare, and the Unfinished Crusade for Universal Coverage.
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Apr 8, 2025 • 1h 7min
S2 Ep1016: Jonathan Cohn and Mark Lilla: Lobotomizing America
Jonathan Cohn, Senior national correspondent and author, joins Mark Lilla, Professor of humanities and author, to unpack the current state of biomedical research amidst significant governmental cuts. They discuss the troubling impact of these changes on diseases like cancer and Alzheimer's, emphasizing how ignorance can shape political landscapes. The duo also explores the dynamics of Medicaid reform in red states and the importance of facing uncomfortable truths in an uncertain world. Their insights provide a profound look at how policy shapes lives.

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Dec 13, 2024 • 41min
Why America Is Mad As Hell About Health Care
Wendell Potter, a former Cigna executive and whistleblower, joins journalist Jonathan Cohn to unravel the healthcare crisis in America. They discuss the growing public outrage towards the insurance industry, especially in light of a recent executive's murder. Potter shares firsthand experiences of how profit motives jeopardize patient care while Cohn analyzes the long history of political battles over healthcare reform. Together, they dissect the complexities of healthcare policies, the struggle for universal coverage, and the challenges that remain in making healthcare accessible for all.

Oct 22, 2024 • 27min
Trump’s Bizarre Stunt at McDonald’s Fryer Blows Up in His Face
In this discussion, Jonathan Cohn, a Senior reporter for HuffPost, dives into Donald Trump's recent stunt at a McDonald's in Pennsylvania. Cohn critiques Trump's evasion of minimum wage questions, shedding light on the disconnect between his public approval and lack of substantial economic policies for working-class Americans. He contrasts this with Kamala Harris's authentic background and detailed economic agenda, emphasizing the importance of genuine relatability in political narratives and its impact on voter trust ahead of the upcoming election.