Peter Mandelson is an experienced political strategist and former director of policy, while Polly Mackenzie has a rich background in political strategy alongside Nick Clegg. Daniel Finkelstein is a Times columnist advising Tory leaders, and Katty Kay is an esteemed America watcher. The conversation dives into the tight race between Kamala Harris and Donald Trump, the potential impact of undecided voters, and the challenges of campaigning amidst legal disputes. The group also examines how European perceptions of Trump may differ from the American electorate.

In which several people, including Rebecca Solnit, Katty Kay, and Maria Konnikova, help Michael understand the not-so-secret power of men to offer themselves up as experts, when they clearly are not. If you’d like to keep up with the most recent news from this and other Pushkin podcasts be sure to sign up for our email list at Pushkin.fm.See omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.

Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci join Rory and Alastair to discuss Joe Biden's withdrawal from the presidential race. They explore the potential scenarios, the rise of an African-American woman candidate, challenges in politics, campaign funds reallocation, immigration, and Democratic Party dynamics.

Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci discuss the possibility of Kamala Harris taking over Biden's presidency, donors shifting support, Trump's immunity ruling, ethical concerns about sensitive documents, reflections on Supreme Court rulings, and engaging in political speculations and personal anecdotes.

Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they discuss the aftermath of the first presidential debate, critique Joe Biden's performance, speculate on potential replacements, analyze Donald Trump's debate strategy, reflect on historical instances of leaders stepping aside, and highlight the need for assertive leadership in today's political landscape.

Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci discuss Trump's guilty verdict, his base's reaction, and the future of democracy in the US. They explore the GOP's stance on Trump's legal troubles, potential ramifications, exile accommodation offers, voter impact, and upcoming podcast plans.

Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they discuss the influence of money in US politics, Presidential campaign financing, Mexican election insights, border policy impact, and strategies for dealing with Donald Trump in a fun and informative episode.

Political commentator Katty Kay and former White House Director of Communications Anthony Scaramucci discuss the possibility of Joe Biden stepping down, NATO's future under Trump, and the Democrats' concerns. They analyze Biden's leadership, Trump's strategy, and the implications of Biden's support for Ukraine amid Russia tensions.

Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci discuss Biden's plan for undocumented spouses, Trump's appeal to Black and Hispanic voters, and debate preparation strategies. They explore the importance of voter demographics, the historical context of debates, and the evolving views within immigrant communities. The podcast also delves into the human element of presidential debates and addresses speculations and misstatements surrounding the candidates.

Caitríona Perry, a prominent journalist, Sumi Somaskanda, an experienced reporter, and Katty Kay, a seasoned broadcaster, dive deep into the aftermath of the Harris-Trump debate. They discuss whether it swayed undecided voters, especially in swing states. The trio examines the candidates' strategies to engage with working-class voters, focusing on issues like affordability. They highlight the complex dynamics of voter turnout in battleground areas and share insights on how demographic shifts are impacting local politics as the election date nears.