Rick Wilson's The Enemies List

Today on The Enemies List, Rick is joined by former Republican Congressman Adam Kinzinger. Together, they explore Kinzinger's journey from GOP member to a renegade figure in the party, his involvement in the January 6 hearings, and the insights shared in his book, "Renegade: Defending Democracy and Liberty in Our Divided Country." This conversation offers a compelling glimpse into our tumultuous political landscape and its implications.Timestamps:[00:01:37] Republican to Renegade[00:05:28] The caucus shifting[00:07:41] January 6th[00:11:20] How deep the rabbit hole went[00:16:58] Kevin McCarthyFollow Resolute Square:InstagramTwitterTikTokFind out more at Resolute Square Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Enemies List, Rick is joined by ABC News' Chief White House Correspondent, Jonathan Karl. The two sit down to discuss his new book "Tired of Winning: Donald Trump and the End of the Grand Old Party." They explore the chaotic final year of Trump's presidency and his continued influence on the Republican Party, highlighting a blend of internal discord and controversial decisions that defined the Trump White House. This conversation is a stark reminder of the chaos and peril of a Trump presidency.Jonathan's new book,"Tired of Winning: Donald Trump and the End of the Grand Old Party," is available now.Timestamps:[00:01:23] Tired of Winning[00:08:20] John McEntee[00:13:51] What a second term would look like[00:15:40] Enforcing loyalty[00:18:46] The best gig he's ever had[00:20:52] The legal perilFollow Resolute Square:InstagramTwitterTikTokFind out more at Resolute Square Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Brian Stelter, former CNN host and renowned media analyst, discusses his new book on Fox News, its intricate relationship with Donald Trump, and its impact on American democracy. They delve into topics such as the transformation of Fox News, the decrease in fact-checking, the Dominion voting trial, the economics of Fox News, and the rise and fall of Tucker Carlson.

This week on The Enemies List, Rick is joined by comedian, filmmaker, and activist, Toby Morton. Toby is also known for his legendary voice role as Scott Tenorman in "South Park." Together, they discuss his journey from animation to the sharp edges of political parody, crafting websites that humorously skewer prominent figures in today's tumultuous political landscape. Their conversation, charged with insights and revelations, offers a glimpse into the transformative power of satire in shaping public discourse.Timestamps:[00:02:22] Reacting to parody messaging[00:08:52] Moms for Liberty[00:16:40] The Presidential raceFollow Resolute Square:InstagramTwitterTikTokFind out more at Resolute Square Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Rick Wilson is joined by author and film producer Jonathan Taplin to discuss the dystopian reality created by tech moguls like Thiel, Zuckerberg, Andreessen, and Musk. They explore the dark side of the Metaverse, AI's rise, and the folly of Martian dreams. Taplin's book 'The End of Reality' sheds light on how technology fueled by greed threatens society.

This week on the Enemies List, Rick is joined by Ruy Teixeira and John Judis. Ruy is an author and political commentator and John is the editor-at-large at Talking Points Memo, as well as an author and journalist. Together, the three discuss the most compelling trends and statistics that signal how the 2024 election may go, including underrated voting demographics, turnout of young voters, and much more.Ruy and John's new book, Where Have All the Democrats Gone?, available now.Timestamps:[00:01:44] The unseen story[00:06:42] The centrist middle[00:08:46] The emergence of young voters[00:14:53] Florida is our warning[00:17:42] Where have all the democrats goneFollow Resolute Square:InstagramTwitterTikTokFind out more at Resolute Square Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

This week on The Enemies List, Rick Wilson is joined by Tom Nichols. Tom is a staff writer for The Atlantic, as well as a former professor. Together, they discuss the immaturity of most billionaires, why American colleges and universities feel the need to have corporate takes on controversial world events, what the faces of the Republican Party are keeping from the people, and more.Timestamps:[00:01:26] Who is running the economy?[00:03:12] Rising anti-semitism[00:08:59] Glory to our martyrs[00:13:08] The ascension of Mike Johnson[00:17:36] Unlimited government conservativesFollow Resolute Square:InstagramTwitterTikTokFind out more at Resolute Square Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Enemies List, Rick is joined by Ryan J. Reilly, an NBC News justice reporter and author of the new book "Sedition Hunters." Together, they discuss chilling truths and untold stories that emerged from the darkest hours of the January 6th Capitol insurrection. They shed light on legal developments and the impact on our justice system as they unpack the chaos that shook the foundations of democracy.Ryan's book, Sedition Hunters: How January 6th Broke the Justice System, is available now.Timestamps:[00:01:15] Shaping the perception of January 6th[00:03:12] The origin of the lie[00:06:36] Are they in denial?[00:08:58] Mike Johnson's position[00:12:13] Where Trump stands[00:18:30] Trump's attorney's[00:24:46] Close to a collapseFollow Resolute Square:InstagramTwitterTikTokFind out more at Resolute Square Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

On this episode of The Enemies List, Rick is joined by author, historian, and autocracy expert Ruth Ben-Ghiat. Together, they discuss how the modern GOP has shed any interest in democracy in favor of becoming a modern autocracy, even calling for an actual monarchy. From election denial and charismatic leaders, to statism, the conversation emphasizes just how close we are to total democratic collapse. They also touch on global examples, like the recent elections in Poland, to highlight the challenges democracies face in the modern world.Ruth's books and Newsletter, Lucid, are available at ruthbenghiat.com.Timestamps:[00:02:00] A collapsing democracy[00:06:08] A checklist of autocracy[00:10:53] Authoritarianism is still dangerous[00:13:55] The Polish elections[00:18:48] Election denialFollow Resolute Square:InstagramTwitterTikTokFind out more at Resolute Square Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Best-selling author and former GOP strategist, Stuart Stevens, joins Rick to discuss his new book: Conspiracy To End America. They discuss the GOP's reveal its ugly underbelly under Trump, drawing parallels to historical authoritarian movements. They delve into the party's collapse and the potential consequences of a second Trump term, emphasizing the erosion of democratic values and institutions. Stuart Stevens’ new book, The Conspiracy to End America: Five Ways My Old Party Is Driving Our Democracy to Autocracy, is available now:Timestamps:[00:02:16] Building blocks of an autocratic movement[00:06:23] The Financiers[00:13:10] A strain of cruelty[00:19:39] Treating Putin as the hero[00:22:23] Losing control of the party[00:28:10] Authoritarian hallmark's[00:32:05] What a second term looks likeFollow Resolute Square:InstagramTwitterTikTokFind out more at Resolute Square Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices