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Hey folks, Ryan has been sick with Covid, so this week we're unlocking a bonus episode.  Donald Trump visited Wilkes-Barre, much to Ryan's surprise, but his appearance fell flat. What's going on with his campaign? We discuss that, plus Kamala Harris's policy rollout, and the outbreak of riots in the UK. Enjoy!

Today economics professor Rob Larson comes on to discuss his new book Mastering the Universe: The Obscene Wealth of the Ruling Class, What They Do with Their Money, and Why You Should Hate Them Even More. Subscribe now to hear the whole thing! 

We've got historian Harvey Kaye back on to talk about the major DNC speeches and what they reveal about the state of the Democratic Party. Enjoy!

Today we're talking Trump, Harris's policy rollout, and UK riots. Subscribe now to hear the whole thing!

Rick Perlstein, a Prospect columnist and political historian, dives into the shifting sands of Democratic politics. He discusses the implications of replacing Kamala Harris and the strategic choice of Tim Walz as a running mate. Perlstein critiques perceptions of Biden and Harris's leadership, while reflecting on the emotional fallout from the 2004 election. He also examines the influence of celebrity in politics, highlighting Trump's unique appeal and the challenges Democrats face in engaging younger voters. A thought-provoking analysis of today's political landscape!

Today we are discussing two readings: “The Perils of Presidentialism,” by political scientist Juan Linz, and a selection from On Violence by Hannah Arendt, and what they tell us about the crumbling American constitutional order. Next time we'll be back with historian Rick Perlstein, stay tuned!

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Today we are bringing back John Ganz to talk about his book When the Clock Broke: Con Men, Conspiracists, and How America Cracked Up in the Early 1990s, as well as the recent French elections. Enjoy!

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This time we are talking to returning guest Astra Taylor with her co-author Leah Hunt-Hendrix about their book Solidarity: The Past, Present, and Future of a World-Changing Idea.