V Spehar, a journalist and creator behind UnderTheDeskNews on TikTok, joins to discuss the powerful role of social media influencers in shaping the political landscape for the 2024 election. They examine strategies used by the Trump and Harris campaigns to connect with voters outside traditional media. V highlights the potential impact of a TikTok ban on political engagement and analyzes how celebrities can drive voter turnout. The conversation offers fresh insights into the intersection of social media and modern campaigning.

V Spehar is a dynamic social media content creator known for their engaging TikTok channel, Under the Desk News, where they deliver news in a relatable format to millions. In this discussion, V dives into the friction between traditional journalism and new media influencers, sharing insights on their recent conflict with NPR. They explore how platforms like TikTok are reshaping news consumption and trust, and emphasize the importance of personal storytelling in news reporting. The conversation highlights the evolving landscape of media and the role of audience connection.

Eugene Daniels, a White House correspondent for Politico, and Noel King, co-host of Vox’s Today Explained, join political strategist Sarah Longwell and independent journalist V Spehar to unpack the recent Democratic National Convention. They discuss the event's star-studded atmosphere and its key messages for the Harris/Walz campaign. The panel also explores voter engagement strategies, the influence of content creators, and the implications of RFK Jr.'s endorsement for swing states, all while addressing the evolving dynamics within American politics.