Mark Leibovich, The Atlantic's journalist, discusses Biden's cognitive decline and Democratic hypocrisy. Alex Thompson from Axios weighs in on the White House strategy, media failures, and the potential replacement of Biden by Kamala Harris. The podcast delves into internal debates, pressures on Biden, media reactions, and tensions between Biden and Harris camps.

Preet speaks with Mark Leibovich, staff writer at The Atlantic  and author of the book “Big Game: The NFL in Dangerous Times”. They discuss the on-field collapse due to cardiac arrest of Buffalo Bills safety, Damar Hamlin, and the NFL’s handling of the situation.Stay Tuned in Brief is presented by CAFE and the Vox Media Podcast Network. Please let us know what you think! Email us at letters@cafe.com, or leave a voicemail at 669-247-7338.References and Supplemental Materials:Leibovich book, “Big Game: The NFL in Dangerous Times” (2018)“What to Know About Damar Hamlin’s Injury,’ NYT, 1/5/23 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Writer for The Atlantic, Mark Leibovich, dishes on Governor Gavin Newsom's profile. They explore Trump's trial, Supreme Court skepticism, and the impact of hush money on elections. Delving into legal aspects, lies' implications, 'otherwise' clause interpretation, trial scenarios, and political ambitions. Also, updates on news show time slots, prostitution indictments, and legal battles.

Political commentator Molly Jong-Fast and journalist Mark Leibovich analyze the political events of the past year, including the impeachment of Trump, the Hunter Biden controversy, McCarthy's desperation for Speaker, the strong economy, potential vice presidential candidates, and the surprising performance of Democrats in recent elections.

Bob Bauer, a law professor and President Biden's personal attorney, shares insights on the perils of unchecked presidential power and explores judicial reform possibilities. He emphasizes the need for ethical leadership amidst a political crisis. Meanwhile, Mark Leibovich, a political analyst, discusses Kamala Harris’s choice of Minnesota Governor Tim Walz as her running mate, using humor to dissect the strategic selections impacting the Democratic ticket and the broader electoral landscape, particularly considering Trump’s rhetoric. It's a blend of serious analysis and light-hearted commentary.

Staff writers Mark Leibovich and Elaine Godfrey discuss the crisis facing Democrats after Biden's debate performance. They explore the potential consequences for the party's future, criticisms of Biden, and the impact on the election dynamics with Trump.

Join Molly Jong-Fast, host of the Fast Politics Podcast, and Mark Leibovich, writer for The Atlantic, as they dissect the recent Democratic Convention. They explore Kamala Harris's momentum and the surprising Republican response to Biden's exit. The duo reflects on impactful speeches from the Obamas and discusses the clash between progressive and conservative messages. The implications for voter demographics and emotional states leading up to the election are also examined, making for a compelling commentary on today's political landscape.

Mark Leibovich, author of 'This Town' and 'Thank You for Your Servitude', joins Tim Miller to discuss Mike Johnson's potential schemes with Trump for Jan 6, 2025, Gavin Newsom's political ambitions, Biden's age concerns, Kevin McCarthy's vendetta, and Nikki as the wild card. They explore various political scenarios and dynamics in Washington.

Mark Leibovich, Bill Kristol, and Joyce Vance join Ari Melber to discuss new warnings about Trump's threat to democracy. Topics include Trump's embrace of dictators, the dissolution of the Republican party, Liz Cheney's role in investigating the insurrection, and Republicans' inconsistencies on lies and resume padding.

Kara and Scott discuss Elon Musk and Twitter gearing up for a court battle, the initial revelations from The Uber Files, and Klarna’s slashed valuation.  They also debate the ethics of a liberal group offering bounties for Supreme Court Justice sightings. Then, they’re joined by Friend of Pivot Mark Leibovich to discuss his new book, “THANK YOU FOR YOUR SERVITUDE: Donald Trump’s Washington and the Price of Submission.”You can find Mark on Twitter at @MarkLeibovich and you can buy his book here.Send us your Listener Mail questions by calling us at 855-51-PIVOT, or via Yappa, at nymag.com/pivot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices