The Home Front

Host Reed Galen is joined by Miles Taylor, national security expert, New York Times best-selling author, and former Chief of Staff at the U.S. Department of Homeland Security. They discuss what it’s like when the President of the United States decides you’re the enemy. Taylor shares his personal experience standing up to Donald Trump’s chaos and revenge politics, and how that decision changed his life forever. They talk about the real stakes of telling the truth in Washington, the threats and intimidation that come from the top, and why resistance is both necessary and deeply costly. Plus, the difference between unconstitutional and anti-constitutional and how our nation must respond to this moment’s dangerous tipping point. For more from Miles Taylor, read his books A Warning and Blowback wherever books are sold, subscribe to Treason (his Substack newsletter), and join the fight to end presidential revenge by visiting endpresidentialrevenge.org. For more from Reed Galen, subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us for a new social media platform for sane people, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Historian and author Alexis Coe, known for her biography of George Washington, shares insights on her upcoming book about young John F. Kennedy. She reflects on her emotional experience testifying before Congress regarding JFK's assassination. The conversation explores JFK's legacy, the dysfunction in modern Congress, and the need for civic engagement amid political stagnation. Coe critiques the performative nature of contemporary politics, advocating for empathy and authenticity while emphasizing the challenges of addressing American citizens' needs.

In this solo episode, host Reed Galen discusses the current state of political discourse in the Trump era, focusing on the challenges faced by the Democratic Party in messaging and voter engagement. He critiques the reliance on data-driven strategies and emphasizes the need for authentic connections with voters. Galen warns that the Democratic Party's reluctance to engage in political combat could lead to dire consequences for liberalism in America. Read more on Substack Go to JoinTheUnion.us and find a home for the politically homeless. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Reed Galen is joined by Dr. Francis Fukuyama, renowned political scientist and the Olivier Nomellini Senior Fellow at Stanford University's Freeman Spogli Institute for International Studies, for a deep dive into why liberal democracies are losing the confidence of their citizens. They discuss the core idea behind Fukuyama’s latest work: that democracy must deliver…not just in ideals, but in outcomes. From crumbling infrastructure to ineffective institutions, they explore how decades of government dysfunction have created space for authoritarian populism and what it will take to rebuild public trust. Plus, a path forward for a revitalized liberalism rooted in competence, not just values. For more from Dr. Francis Fukuyama, read his latest essay in the Journal of Democracy “Delivering for Democracy: Why Results Matter”, subscribe to his “Frankly Fukuyama” newsletter, and follow his “Frankly Fukuyama” YouTube Channel, and pick up his books including “Liberalism and Its Discontents” wherever fine books are found. For more from Reed Galen, subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us for a new social media platform for sane people, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, host Reed Galen speaks with Lauren Windsor about her investigative work, particularly focusing on Ed Martin and his connections to January 6th defendants. They discuss the broader network of right-wing organizations, the funding sources that support these movements, and the challenges faced by progressive media. The conversation also touches on the current political climate, the implications of Ed Martin's new role in the DOJ, and the need for a progressive vision for government reform. Finally, they compare the Occupy movement to the Tea Party, exploring the differences in funding and organizational support. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Today, host Reed Galen is joined by Mike Smith, a veteran Navy F-18 pilot and host of Hard Points on the Valor Media Network. They discuss the meaning behind Memorial Day, how hard it is to lose friends, what it's like to operate on an aircraft carrier and more. Learn more about the Valor Media Network. Learn more about Mike's company, Acylmate. Follow Reed on Substack. JoinTheUnion.us - Help us build the army of democracy! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

​​Host Reed Galen is joined by U.S. Congressman Seth Moulton (MA-06), who brings a candid and urgent message: the Democratic Party is losing legitimacy with voters…and it’s time to own up, change course, and lead. They discuss the GOP’s economic deception, why playing it safe won’t beat Trump, how Democrats can reconnect with everyday Americans by embracing tough conversations, not avoiding them. Plus, the role of government when it comes to AI. For more from Rep. Seth Moulton, be sure to follow him on social media and visit his office’s website. For more from Reed Galen, subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us for a new social media platform for sane people, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Reed Galen is joined by author and Yale Law Professor, Daniel Markovits. They discuss how America’s elite has weaponized education, credentials, and “playing by the rules” to concentrate privilege, eliminate upward mobility, and quietly dismantle the middle class. Plus, what it will take to restore economic fairness and revive democratic faith in a post-growth world.  For more from Daniel Markovits, check out “The Meritocracy Trap: How America's Foundational Myth Feeds Inequality, Dismantles the Middle Class, and Devours the Elite.” For more from Reed Galen, subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us for a new social media platform for sane people, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Reed Galen is joined by Democratic National Committee Vice Chair and Co-Founder of March For Our Lives, David Hogg. They discuss why young voters are disillusioned with the Democratic Party, how fear and complacency at the top are ceding ground to authoritarianism, and why real renewal will only come through generational leadership and a willingness to challenge the status quo — even within the party. Plus, why it’s time for Democrats to stop playing defense and start building the bold, moral coalition this moment demands. For more from David Hogg, check out his work with Leaders We Deserve and March For Our Lives. For more from Reed Galen, subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us for a new social media platform for sane people, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Host Reed Galen is joined by Stephanie Ruhle, host of MSNBC’s “The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle” and NBC News Senior Business Analyst. They discuss the economic chaos unleashed by Trump’s tariffs — including how they hit small businesses the hardest — and why the administration’s lies about who’s really paying are more dangerous than ever. They also dig into the rise of crypto-fueled corruption, political pay-to-play schemes, and how fear is silencing the very business owners who should be sounding the alarm. For more from Stephanie Ruhle, tune in to “The 11th Hour with Stephanie Ruhle” on MSNBC weeknights at 11pm ET. For more from Reed Galen, subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us for a new social media platform for sane people, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices