Matt Welch

Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan, and Matt Welch, co-hosts of The Fifth Column podcast, delve into the fallout from President Biden's pardons, highlighting his long history of political deception. They share chuckles over Kamala Harris's possibly tipsy campaign message and discuss intense criticisms from media figures. The trio also tackles the broader implications of Biden's decisions on global conflicts and reflects on the disillusionment with political promises, all while serving up sharp analysis with a side of humor.

Kmele Foster, Michael Moynihan, and Matt Welch, co-hosts of The Fifth Column podcast, dive into the bizarre antics surrounding Trump's upcoming address, including outrageous Democratic resistance tactics like Noisemakers and 'p' hats. They discuss pressing issues, such as the implications of tariffs on relationships with Canada and Mexico and the troubling Senate votes against protecting women's sports. The trio also tackles the emotional fallout from political events and critiques media narratives around Biden's cognitive state, all with their signature humor and insight.

In this engaging discussion, Michael A. Cohen, a seasoned columnist at MSNBC, and Matt Welch, Editor-at-Large at Reason magazine, dissect the whirlwind of events during Trump’s inauguration and his early executive actions. They delve into pressing issues like refugee policy and immigration impacts, examining their implications on American values and civil rights. With a mix of critical analysis and humorous insights, they tackle the polarized political climate and reflect on the cultural shift surrounding diversity initiatives in today’s America.

Editors Matt Welch, Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and Peter Suderman discuss the victories for pot legalization and abortion in recent elections. They also explore topics like Sen. Joe Manchin's retirement announcement, the impact of 'The West Wing,' the Libertarian Party's delay in announcing its platform for the 2024 election, the timeless classic Pulp Fiction, cancel culture, and more.

Editors Matt Welch, Katherine Mangu-Ward, Nick Gillespie, and Peter Suderman discuss President Biden's new tariffs on China, potential Donald Trump V.P. picks, favorite vice presidents in history, and cultural recommendations at a live recording in Boston.