The Great Battlefield

Alan Greenblatt joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career as a political journalist and resigning his position as Editor at Governing when they refused to publish his work for fear of angering the Trump administration.

Gaby Zutrau joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about her career as a Digital Strategist working for MoveOn and the Mamdani Campaign, and how she turns social engagement into impact.

Emmet Sandberg joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career in politics and co-founding Mutuals Media, where they create viral vertical video shows with progressive values.

Bill Galston joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career as a Political Theorist and Advisor and his book "Anger, Fear, Domination: Dark Passions and the Power of Political Speech".

Alex Zakaras joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career as a Political Theorist at The University of Vermont and his book "Freedom for All: What a Liberal Society Could Be".

EJ Juarez, Executive Director of the State Innovation Exchange (SiX), brings a wealth of experience as a political strategist dedicated to supporting state legislators. He discusses his migrant farmworker roots and the drive for collective thriving in public service. EJ dives into his research on voter suppression, training diverse candidates, and his work on environmental justice programs. He emphasizes the critical role of state action in resisting federal rollbacks and highlights the importance of finding common ground across political divides.

Rebekah Caruthers, President and CEO of the Fair Elections Center, is a seasoned expert in voting rights and civic engagement. In a compelling discussion, she shares her journey from a politically active family in Omaha to navigating the complexities of voting barriers in America. Rebekah advocates for vital reforms like automatic registration and highlights the urgent need to combat misinformation. She reflects on the aftermath of January 6, the ongoing threats to democracy, and the importance of inclusive participation for a healthier democratic future.

Theo LeCompte, Executive Director of LOFT Fellowship, brings a wealth of experience from campaigns, the Obama administration, and tech startups. He dives into LOFT's mission to train future leaders for public service, highlighting their comprehensive fellowship program that combines leadership training and hands-on business experience. Theo emphasizes the importance of mentorship and structured team practices in leadership. He also contrasts LOFT's approach with the conservative investments in leadership development, underlining the need for progressive talent cultivation.

Dan Check joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career in politics and tech and his role as CEO at Slate Magazine, an online news magazine covering current affairs, culture and politics.

Scott Duncombe joins The Great Battlefield podcast to talk about his career in politics and tech and co-founding Pizza to the Polls, where they provide free food to people at GOTV events or long polling lines.