Sam Kahn
Associate editor at Persuasion and author of a Castalia Substack, contributing commentary on the mayoral race and broader political implications during the episode.
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Nov 6, 2025 • 50min
The Good Fight Club: Mayor Mamdani, the Crackup at Heritage, and the Death of Dick Cheney
Join Mike Pesca, host of The Gist, renowned for his sharp news analysis, along with Christine Rosen, a senior fellow at the American Enterprise Institute, and Sam Kahn, associate editor at Persuasion. They dissect the implications of recent election outcomes for the Democrats, explore Zoran Mamdani's promise amidst political challenges, and examine the controversies surrounding the Heritage Foundation's anti-Semitism issues. Lastly, they reflect on Dick Cheney's complex legacy in relation to the Iraq War, offering insights into the evolving political landscape.
Sep 25, 2025 • 1h 24min
Left Behind
Sam Kahn, a writer and publisher known for his critiques of the American left, joins David Sessions, a public intellectual and labor commentator. They delve into their personal relationships with the left, exploring whether liberalism and leftism are philosophically aligned. Kahn provocatively argues that the current left undermines broader coalitions, while Sessions reflects on his journey through various political movements. They discuss potential winning issues for liberals and the costs of their political shifts, all while contemplating the future of democratic discourse in a evolving media landscape.
