Krystal Kyle & Friends
Krystal Ball, cohost of Breaking Points podcast, and Kyle Kulinski, host of Secular Talk, dive into politics, philosophy and random BS with people they like.
Latest episodes
Jan 19, 2025 • 1h 29min
Episode 208: Biden Farewell
Krystal and Kyle look back over the Biden years as his administration comes to a close.
Jan 11, 2025 • 1h 33min
Episode 207: Owen Jones
British journalist Owen Jones joins the discussion, offering sharp insights on Elon Musk's influence in U.K. politics and the rising far-right Reform Party. They dive into the absurdities of political dialogue, contrasting white working-class challenges in both America and England. Jones critiques the manipulative power of wealth in democracy and the shifting legacy of political figures like Trump and Obama. He also touches on his upcoming book, which seeks to redefine Western societal narratives and values amidst current crises.
Jan 4, 2025 • 1h 10min
Episode 206: Pisco
Pisco of Lib & Learn podcast joins us to discuss the current civil war hitting MAGA’s ranks and the future of the bromance between Trump and Elon (is it built to last?).
Dec 22, 2024 • 1h 32min
Episode 205: Matt Bruenig
With this week’s guest, Matt Bruenig, we debunk the biggest misconceptions and lies about single-payer healthcare.
Dec 14, 2024 • 56min
Episode 204: Ken Klippenstein
Ken Klippenstein takes us through his coverage of the UnitedHealthcare CEO’s killing, and the response of mainstream media outlets.
Dec 8, 2024 • 1h 46min
Episode 203: Michael Tracey
Journalist Michael Tracey joins us to discuss Trump’s cabinet picks.
Dec 1, 2024 • 1h 2min
Episode 202: Ro Khanna
Congressman Ro Khanna joins us to talk about Democrats' loss in the 2024 election and where the party is headed.
Nov 23, 2024 • 1h 29min
Episode 201: Steve Schmidt
We talk to MSNBC regular turned critic Steve Schmidt about Morning Joe’s recent heel turn on Donald Trump.
Nov 16, 2024 • 1h 26min
Episode 200: Juan David Rojas
For our two hundredth episode, we talk to Juan David Rojas about how AMLO, Mexico’s Bernie, won.
Nov 9, 2024 • 1h 52min
Episode 199: Ettingermentum
Ettingermentum, a data analyst renowned for precise predictions, shares insights on the 2024 election results. The conversation covers the unexpected performances of Trump-aligned candidates and what that means for future foreign policy, including potential aggressive approaches under new appointments. They dissect misleading anti-war narratives and delve into the intricacies of political loyalty, gender dynamics, and how shifting alliances, like Joe Rogan's, reflect broader trends. The discussion culminates in analyzing electoral strategies and the importance of authenticity amidst evolving political landscapes.
