Hacks On Tap
Vox Media
When David Axelrod, Mike Murphy, and John Heilemann get together to talk politics, it’s not academic. They speak from the perspective gained through hundreds of campaigns for offices from City Hall to the White House. So if you want to know what’s really going on behind the scenes, where strategic decisions are being made, pull up a stool for Hacks on Tap. Incisive, sometimes uproarious and always entertaining, these political warhorses and their guests will give you insights you’ll only get from folks who have spent a lifetime in the political trenches of both parties.
From the Vox Media Podcast Network
From the Vox Media Podcast Network
Episodes
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Jun 11, 2024 • 58min
Double Haters (with Sarah Longwell)
Sarah Longwell, focus group guru and Bulwark legend, joins Axe and Gibbs to discuss Trump's return to the campaign trail, concerns over teleprompter technology, Hunter Biden's conviction, debate preparation, double haters, swing voters, and potential VP nominees. The podcast also covers the impact of legal issues on Biden, the role of third-party candidates, and speculations about female candidates in the upcoming election.
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Jun 4, 2024 • 1h 3min
The Guilties (with Mark McKinnon & Steve Israel)
Mark McKinnon and Steve Israel discuss Trump's guilty verdicts, messaging adjustments, impact on undecided voters, polling panic, upcoming debate, Trump VP candidate smell test, and more in a lively political discussion.
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May 28, 2024 • 1h 11min
The Angry Trump (with Chris Christie)
Former NJ governor and GOP hopeful Chris Christie joins the hosts to discuss Trump's debate mindset, legal troubles, Nikki Haley's endorsement, and the role of surrogates in campaigns. They also touch on leaf blowers and the importance of being the 'adult in the room'.
May 21, 2024 • 1h 8min
Wetting the Bed (with Howard Wolfson)
Legendary hack and master strategist Howard Wolfson joins the discussion on Trump's legal troubles and campaign financing. The Hacks compare Biden and Trump, preview the June debate, discuss foreign policy, and reveal Mike Murphy's pop culture presence.
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May 14, 2024 • 1h 9min
W.T.F., Man? (With John Heilemann)
Esteemed Hackeroo John Heilemann joins the hosts to discuss legal clashes with Trump, NY Times polls, economic trends, Middle East conflicts. Delve into Senate election stats, split-ticket voting, rising costs of living, Gaza bombings aftermath, and navigating election challenges.
May 7, 2024 • 1h 11min
Floors & Ceilings (with Doug Sosnik)
Former Senior Advisor to President Bill Clinton, Doug Sosnik, joins the hosts to discuss Trump's legal antics, Big Campaign Energy, the race for GOP VP, capitalism, and more in a lively and insightful conversation.
Apr 30, 2024 • 1h 2min
Tired, Sleepy & Gassy (with Paul Begala)
Paul Begala, former counselor to President Clinton, joins the discussion on topics like the White House Correspondents Dinner, Trump's legal issues, unconventional media opportunities, and even shooting puppies. They also delve into judicial approaches, national polls, electoral strategy, independent candidates' influence, and Ulysses S. Grant's bold strategy.
Apr 23, 2024 • 1h 5min
Bubbling Over (with Scott Jennings)
GOP strategist Scott Jennings joins the Hacks to discuss Johnson’s Speakership, GOP recruits, campus free speech, Biden's messaging, and Trump's trials. They delve into geopolitical issues, Biden's strategy, Trump's conviction impact, and the need for decisive actions on key issues like food prices and immigration.
Apr 16, 2024 • 1h 2min
Bad Options (with Whit Ayers and Jonathan Martin)
GOP pollster Whit Ayers and renowned author Jonathan Martin dive into the tumultuous news cycle, discussing Trump's hush money jury selection, abortion and immigration messaging challenges for both parties, campaign infrastructure, foreign policy tensions, and more!
Apr 9, 2024 • 58min
Mixed Messages (with Sasha Issenberg)
Join Axe, Murphy, and guest Sasha Issenberg as they dissect Trump's abortion stances, Biden's student loan forgiveness efforts, foreign policy complexities, social media impacts, rise of deep fakes, lunar eclipse, and more in a lively discussion.
