The Daily Beast Podcast
The Daily Beast
The Daily Beast Podcast is as wildly exciting, energizing, and entertaining as the topics it covers. Hosted by Joanna Coles, Chief Content Officer of the Daily Beast, every episode brings you more of the people, politics, and pop culture coverage you need straight from the Daily Beast newsroom. Amazing conversations have included Amber Ruffin, Tiffany Haddish, Mika Brzezinski, Don Lemon, John Oliver and more!New episodes every Tuesday, Thursday and Sunday.If you’re not already a subscriber to The Daily Beast, it’s easy! Just go to thedailybeast.com to sign up. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Oct 6, 2023 • 1h 1min
The Theme of Trump’s Existence Summed Up in Three Words
Professor and author Jennifer Taub discusses Trump's fraud case in New York. Jeb Lund and David J. Roth talk about Kevin McCarthy's ouster and Ron DeSantis' campaign. They also analyze Matt Gaetz's resemblance to a fictional character. The podcast explores Trump's gaslighting and the Republican Party's dysfunction. They discuss derogatory remarks, civil lawsuits, threats, and the future of Matt Gaetz. Plus, they speculate on a possible Biden vs. Trump election and criticize the actions of the interim speaker.
Oct 3, 2023 • 55min
Don’t Feel Bad for Kevin McCarthy—He Dug His Own Grave
Don’t cry for Kevin—he knew what he was getting into when he took the job as House Speaker, The New Abnormal hosts argue. Then, an interview about dystopian police technology with WIRED staff writer Dhruv Mehrotra. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Oct 1, 2023 • 28min
Youngkin’s White House Dream May Push Virginia Further Right
Aaron Kleinman, Director of Research for The States Project, tells The New Abnormal that if Republicans are able to win both houses in November’s state election, prepare to see a radical raft of policies by Gov. Glenn Youngkin as he sets his sights on the White House. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 29, 2023 • 55min
Eric Swalwell Says Kevin McCarthy’s MAGA Team Is a Bunch of Creeps
Eric Swalwell, California Democratic Rep., talks about Colorado congresswoman Lauren Boebert's shocking rant and dealing with loud Republicans on the House Judiciary Committee. The Bulwark's Jonathan V. Last discusses Democratic and Republican responses to Sen. Menendez's corruption indictment.
Sep 26, 2023 • 57min
Right-Wingers in Congress Won’t Win Their Wacky Shutdown Fight
Discussion on the ongoing shutdown fight among Republicans in Congress, Trump's controversial use of social media, the investigation of a man for criminal activities, the warring Republican factions, illiberal ethnic nationalism in India, and frustration with right-wing Congress members and sports commentator.
Sep 24, 2023 • 30min
Not Crazy or a Nazi? Liberal Org Wants you for School Board
Run For Something has just pumped $10 million into electing left-leaning school board members. Co-founder Amanda Litman tells The New Abnormal the basic credentials you need. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 22, 2023 • 1h 1min
In Georgia, Donald Trump May Have Just Met His Match in Battle
On this week’s episode of The New Abnormal, MSNBC legal analyst Glenn Kirschner talks about Donald Trump’s latest legal challenges. Then a talk with Freedom of the Press Foundation executive director Trevor Timm about how the U.S. trying Julian Assange under the Espionage Act may prove to be a regrettable decision if Trump is elected president again. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 19, 2023 • 1h 6min
Far-Right Anti-Science Conspiracies Are Literally Killing Us
Dr. Peter Hotez, author of “The Deadly Rise of Anti-Science,” discusses the dangers of anti-vaccine conspiracies. Labor reporter and author Kim Kelly talks about the United Auto Workers strike. The podcast delves into the threat of far-right anti-science conspiracies and the rise of worker activism demanding fair treatment.
Sep 17, 2023 • 34min
GOP Keeps Embarrassing Itself Trying to Justify Biden Inquiry
This week’s episode of The New Abnormal highlights how Republicans are tying themselves up in knots while attempting to explain why we need an impeachment inquiry into Joe Biden. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Sep 15, 2023 • 1h
Lauren Boebert Proves the One Thing She Needs is Class
Rep. Lauren Boebert's lack of class is discussed. Mike Rothschild shares insights from his new book on the Rothschilds. Jeffrey Lewis talks about the reasons we're still here. Topics include GOP support for controversial figures, interconnectedness of global issues, debunking Rothschild myths, critique of Bill Maher's views, and Republican hypocrisy.
