The Daily Beast Podcast

Exploring the impact of declining union membership on the strength of the Republican Party. Critiquing conservative figures at events like CPAC for their behaviors. Addressing racism through education and community role models. Discussing the ramifications of the decline of union power on inequality and the political landscape.

The podcast discusses the Poor People's Campaign and the need for economic justice, as well as the shift of the Republican Party towards politics over problem-solving. Topics include Mitch McConnell's legacy, Trump's manipulative strategies, and Republican hypocrisy on IVF support.

This week on The New Abnormal, co-hosts Andy Levy and Danielle Moodie discuss the positive news of Trump’s South Carolina presidential primary win. Then, Monica Simpson, executive director of Team Sister Song, joins the show to discuss the fight for reproductive rights in America. Plus! Chris Geidner points to the three biggest stories of the week, and how they are directly related to Supreme Court Justice Sam Alito. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Exploring controversial topics like broadcasting executions and political maneuvering, the podcast discusses the Alabama Supreme Court's decision on embryos, bans on IVF, and the impact on couples facing infertility. It also delves into the influence of figures like Charlie Kirk, Lara Trump, and the mainstreaming of controversial views in culture.

The podcast discusses the alarming legislation in Alabama and Oklahoma targeting reproductive rights, the current state of the Republican Party, and the tragic death of a non-binary high school student in Oklahoma. They explore the erosion of trust in politics, the contrast between courage and cowardice in leadership, and the urgent need to defend democracy amidst political turmoil.

Discussing the $364 million fraud suit against Trump, GOP's problematic campaign messaging, and Biden's need to stay ahead. Exploring the clash between religious beliefs and legal judgments, rise of Nazi symbols in public, and challenges faced by the Democratic Party. Analyzing Republican campaign issues on economy and immigration, economic recovery post-COVID, and reflections on war legacies and incidents of bigotry.

Brandon Wolf, national press secretary of the Human Rights Campaign, discusses the alarming rise in anti-LGBTQ+ laws pushed by MAGA Republicans, highlighting the dangers of outing LGBTQ+ youth and emphasizing the need to defend civil liberties. The podcast also touches on Trump's sarcastic remarks, irrational claims by his supporters, and the importance of active support for the LGBTQ community.

Investigative reporter Josh Kavinsky discusses Trump attorneys' strategy to stop Congress from certifying Biden's election. Concerns are raised about Section 702 of the Foreign Intelligence Surveillance Act. The hosts criticize Mayor Eric Adams' lawsuit against social media companies. Frustration with failed leadership and offensive views. Analyzing Marjorie Taylor Greene's defense of the account known as Libs of TikTok.

The podcast discusses Nikki Haley's fading chances at the 2024 Republican nomination, Special Counsel Robert Hur's attacks on President Biden's memory, the media's biased coverage of Biden's mental fitness, an individual in the Justice Department exceeding authority, and condemnation of transphobic actions by the Attorney General of Kansas.

Curtis Sliwa, leader of the Guardian Angels, discusses their recent violent detainment in Times Square. Laurie Kilmartin, a stand-up comedian and former Conan O'Brien writer, talks about her new comedy special. Other topics include trouble in NYC, skewed perceptions, backlash over controversial jokes, discrimination against women, reflections on gender identity, and navigating cancel culture.