Political commentator A.B. Stoddard discusses Biden's stance, Democratic party strategies, and the debate around endorsing Kamala Harris. The podcast explores concerns about election outcomes, calls for Biden to step down, and the proposal for an open candidate selection process to enhance democracy within the party.

Former Rep Adam Kinzinger and Chris Cillizza discuss the Court's alarming ruling opening the door to potential chaos if Trump wins. Topics include presidential immunity, unethical orders, calls for Biden to step aside, and speculations on the political landscape. They also touch on emotional challenges, therapy benefits, and travel experiences in Israel, highlighting courage and integrity in politics and journalism.

Political commentator David Frum joins to discuss the Biden debate debacle and potential withdrawal. They also touch on Supreme Court cases, migrant numbers, public opinion shifts on same-sex marriage, and a unique French election.

Political commentator Tom Edsall discusses rising polarization, Biden's immigration actions, and kids' smartphone use. Topics include Trump-Biden debate handicapping, activism failures, and LA's Ten Commandments law.

Tom Nichols joins the panel to discuss the rise of the right in Europe (and here), the Hunter Biden verdict, and the Israel hostage rescue. Mona: The Big Lie's Bad, Very Bad Week by Charlie Sykes. Linda: No, You Don’t Have the Power to Stop Climate Change by Quico Toro (Persuasion) Bill: American journalist Evan Gershkovich to stand trial on espionage charges in Russia (NPR) Damon: John Ganz's new book "When the Clock Broke: Con Men, Conspiracists, and How America Cracked Up in the Early 1990s" Tom: John Bolton going through exhaustive detail about Trump's manifest unfitness and then saying he won't vote for Biden on MSNBC. Tom's referenced item "The Jimmy Clean Hands Election" at The Atlantic.

Sasha Havlicek and Philip Bump discuss online disinformation, GOP reactions to Trump's guilty verdict, and Fauci follies in Congress. The panel covers dangers of foreign disinformation, challenges in combating disinformation, reactions to Trump's legal troubles, online extremism, and civil discourse around COVID-19.

Famed presidential photographer David Hume Kennerly joins the podcast to discuss topics such as the Ford Library's refusal to honor Liz Cheney, handling the Trump verdict, and Biden's appeal to different demographics. Other highlights include Trump's team, Biden's campaign strategies, and reflections on leadership and crises in current events.

Political commentator and author Joe Klein discusses Haley's Trump support, Alito's flag controversy, and polls revealing Americans' economic misconceptions. The panel also explores Biden's campaign, Gaza war endgame, MAGA conspiracy theories, and potential constraints on Trump if he wins.

Political experts Sarah Longwell, Chris Cillizza, and Will Saletan discuss upcoming debates, polls, and a record $61 million Senate primary failure. Highlights include Romney's Biden pardon suggestion, the impact of no audience at debates, and RFK Jr.'s fundraising. Lowlight: GOP delaying aid for Ukraine. Can America uphold Declaration of Independence's ideals?

Gregg Nunziata from The Society for the Rule of Law discusses legal challenges against Trump, Biden's Israel policy, and RFK Jr's controversies. Topics include college admissions insanity, voting integrity, propaganda wars, populism in Argentina, and the curse of presentism.