
Majority 54
A weekly primer for progressives interested in knowing where the party is headed and persuading others to join our majority. Co-hosts Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta draw on their experience winning progressive campaigns in red states to understand the other side and how to flip them from red to blue.
Latest episodes

Jun 6, 2024 • 55min
Will Trump go to Prison?
This week Ravi is joined by special guest Hari Sevugan filling in for Jason to report on all things Trump legal as Trump is now officially a convicted felon. Gupta and Sevugan then discuss new updates in Trump's other cases with new developments in Fulton County and the Supreme Court expected to weigh in on Trump's immunity decision this month. Ravi and Hari then turn to Biden's new executive order at the Border and discuss the start of Hunter Biden's first criminal trial. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the 54% of the country that votes for progress in every election, convince your conservative friends and family members to join our majority. This is Majority 54!Rhone: Find your corner office comfort. Head to https://rhone.com/majority and use code MAJORITY to save 20% off your entire order! BetterHelp: This is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://BetterHelp.com/M54 today to get 10% off your first month and get on your way to being your best self! ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/MAJORITY54 to get 15% off your first order when you use MAJORITY54 at checkout. ZBiotics is backed with 100% money back guarantee so if you’re unsatisfied for any reason, they’ll refund your money, no questions asked. Listen to Ravi Gupta's new podcast "Killing Justice" where he explores the criminal justice system in India. Out now at https://crooked.com/podcast-series/killing-justice/!Majority 54 is a MeidasTouch Network production. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKanderJason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGuptaRavi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 29, 2024 • 1h 3min
Jury Deliberates
Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta report on all things Trump legal as Trump’s first criminal trial verdict is now in the hands of the jury. Kander and Gupta then discuss a new outrageous order in Trump’s classified documents case by Judge Aileen Cannon. Jason and Ravi then turn to a new developments in Justice Samuel Alitos’s flag scandal and Nikki Haley’s endorsement of Trump. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the 54% of the country that votes for progress in every election, convince your conservative friends and family members to join our majority. This is Majority 54!Go to https://HiyaHealth.com/MAJORITY and get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults.First Leaf: First Leaf: Join the club today and discover new wines you'll love with Firstleaf at https://TryFirstleaf.com/MAJORITY to get your first box.Hims: Thanks to HIMS! Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/majority for your personalized ED treatment options.Majority 54 is a MeidasTouch Network production. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKanderJason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGuptaRavi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 23, 2024 • 1h 1min
Samuel Alito, Political Operative
Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta report on all things Trump legal as Trump’s first criminal trial begins to wrap with both the prosecution and defense resting their case. Kander and Gupta then discuss the Supreme Crisis at the Supreme Court with new reporting from the New York Times detailing how Justice Alito flew an upside flag outside his house just days before President Biden was sworn in. Jason and Ravi then turn to a new disturbing Trump post and President Biden’s speech at Morehouse over the weekend. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the 54% of the country that votes for progress in every election, convince your conservative friends and family members to join our majority. This is Majority 54!HumanN: Find out how you can get a free 30-day supply on bundles of new SuperBeets Heart Chews Advanced and save 15% for a limited time only by going to https://SUPERBEETSRADIO.COM promo code MAJORITY.L-Nutra: Head to https://ProlonLife.com/MAJORITY54 to get 15% off their 5-day nutrition program.PolicyGenius: Head to https://policygenius.com/majority and use code MAJORITY to get your free life insurance quotes and see how much you could save. Helix: Helix is offering 20% off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! Go to https://HelixSleep.com/Majority and use code HELIXPARTNER20 Listen to the trailer for Ravi Gupta's upcoming podcast - Killing Justice - here : https://www.google.com/url?sa=t&source=web&rct=j&opi=89978449&url=https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/killing-justice/id1746824421&ved=2ahUKEwih54OD86GGAxXgMlkFHTwOD8UQFnoECBIQAQ&usg=AOvVaw2zWKuPHmTe53Ni0WawvZhiMajority 54 is a MeidasTouch Network production. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKanderJason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGuptaRavi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 16, 2024 • 52min
June Debate?
Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta report on all things Trump legal as Trump’s first criminal trial continues with Trump’s former “Fixer” Michael Cohen taking the stand yesterday. Kander and Gupta then discuss Biden and Trump agreeing to debate in June and September. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the 54% of the country that votes for progress in every election, convince your conservative friends and family members to join our majority. This is Majority 54!Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta report on all things Trump legal as Trump’s first criminal trial continues with Stormy Daniels taking the stand yesterday. Kander and Gupta then discuss warning signs for Trump in Indiana as the GOP begins to heat up their immigration rhetoric ahead of the 2024 election. Jason and Ravi then report on a new story from the New York Times on a RFK Jr. brain worm and continued fallout from Kristi Noem’s tell all book. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the 54% of the country that votes for progress in every election, convince your conservative friends and family members to join our majority. This is Majority 54!Rhone: Find your corner office comfort. Head to https://rhone.com/majority and use code MAJORITY to save 20% off your entire order! BetterHelp: This is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://BetterHelp.com/M54 today to get 10% off your first month and get on your way to being your best self! Hiya Heath: Go to https://HiyaHealth.com/MAJORITY and get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/MAJORITY54 to get 15% off your first order when you use MAJORITY54 at checkout. ZBiotics is backed with 100% money back guarantee so if you’re unsatisfied for any reason, they’ll refund your money, no questions asked. Majority 54 is a MeidasTouch Network production. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKanderJason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGuptaRavi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 9, 2024 • 1h 2min
Trump’s Stormy Week
Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta report on all things Trump legal as Trump’s first criminal trial continues with Stormy Daniels taking the stand yesterday. Kander and Gupta then discuss warning signs for Trump in Indiana as the GOP begins to heat up their immigration rhetoric ahead of the 2024 election. Jason and Ravi then report on a new story from the New York Times on a RFK Jr. brain worm and continued fallout from Kristi Noem’s tell all book. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the 54% of the country that votes for progress in every election, convince your conservative friends and family members to join our majority. This is Majority 54!Rhone: Find your corner office comfort. Head to https://rhone.com/majority and use code MAJORITY to save 20% off your entire order! BetterHelp: This is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://BetterHelp.com/M54 today to get 10% off your first month and get on your way to being your best self! Hiya Heath: Go to https://HiyaHealth.com/MAJORITY and get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults. ZBiotics: Go to https://zbiotics.com/MAJORITY54 to get 15% off your first order when you use MAJORITY54 at checkout. ZBiotics is backed with 100% money back guarantee so if you’re unsatisfied for any reason, they’ll refund your money, no questions asked. Majority 54 is a MeidasTouch Network production. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKanderJason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGuptaRavi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

May 2, 2024 • 1h 6min
Democrats to the Rescue
Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta report on all things Trump legal as Trump’s first criminal trial continues into week two with fierce testimony. Kander and Gupta then discuss GOP fallout in congress after Democrats teamed up with Speaker Mike Johnson to pass foreign aid. Jason and Ravi then report on the ongoing campus protests, a new six week abortion ban in Florida, and Collin Jost at the White House correspondents dinner. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the 54% of the country that votes for progress in every election, convince your conservative friends and family members to join our majority. This is Majority 54!Hiya Heath: Go to https://HiyaHealth.com/MAJORITY and get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults.Hims: Thanks to HIMS! Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/majority for your personalized ED treatment options.Majority 54 is a MeidasTouch Network production. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKanderJason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGuptaRavi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 25, 2024 • 59min
Trump’s Pecker
Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta report on all things Trump legal as Trump’s first criminal trial officially began this week with a jury now seated and the first witness taking the stand. Kander and Gupta then discuss success in congress as Speaker Mike Johnson teamed up with Democrats to officially pass a $95.3 billion package of aid to Ukraine, Israel and Taiwan in the house, with the Senate now approving the bill as it’s headed to President Biden’s desk for final approval. Jason and Ravi then report on the FTC banning noncompetes, the Supreme Court hearing oral argument on Idaho’s near-total abortion ban, and a new law in Tennessee that allows teachers to be armed. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the 54% of the country that votes for progress in every election, convince your conservative friends and family members to join our majority. This is Majority 54!HumanN: Find out how you can get a FREE THIRTY-DAY Supply of NEW Superbeets Heart Chews Advanced and save 15% by going to https://GetSuperbeets.comHiya Heath: Go to https://HiyaHealth.com/MAJORITY and get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults.PolicyGenius: Head to https://policygenius.com/majority to get your free life insurance quotes and see how much you could save. First Leaf: First Leaf: Join the club today and discover new wines you'll love with Firstleaf at https://TryFirstleaf.com/MAJORITY to get your first box.Majority 54 is a MeidasTouch Network production. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKanderJason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGuptaRavi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 18, 2024 • 1h 1min
A Jury of his Peers
Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta report on all things Trump legal as Trump’s first criminal trial began this week with jury selection underway. Kander and Gupta then discuss GOP chaos in the House as Speaker Mike Johnson is now being threatened with new motions to vacate. Jason and Ravi then report on the state of the 2024 election as polls begin to tighten and candidates begin to lay out their 2024 policy positions. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the 54% of the country that votes for progress in every election, convince your conservative friends and family members to join our majority. This is Majority 54!Vote for Lost Debate in the Webby Awards: https://vote.webbyawards.com/PublicVoting#/2024/podcasts/limited-series-specials/news-politicsHelix is offering 20% off all mattress orders AND two free pillows for our listeners! Go to https://HelixSleep.com/Majority and use code HELIXPARTNER20 Find your corner office comfort. Head to https://rhone.com/majority and use code MAJORITY to save 20% off your entire order!Majority 54 is a MeidasTouch Network production. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKanderJason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGuptaRavi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 11, 2024 • 58min
Trump’s Abortion Contortions
Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta report on how Donald Trump’s announcement instantly backfired on him and the Republican Party with the Arizona Supreme Court ruling. Kander and Gupta then discuss a new expose by the NYT detailing how Jared Kushner’s $3 billion fund is financed almost entirely from overseas investors with whom he worked when he served as a senior adviser in the Trump White House. Jason and Ravi then are joined by Sarah Mcammon to discuss Trump and the Republican party’s reproductive health care position heading into the 2024 election as well as Trump’s general hold on the evangelical community. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the 54% of the country that votes for progress in every election, convince your conservative friends and family members to join our majority. This is Majority 54!HIMS: Hims: Thanks to HIMS! Start your free online visit today at https://hims.com/majority for your personalized ED treatment options.BetterHelp: This is sponsored by BetterHelp. Give online therapy a try at https://BetterHelp.com/M54 today to get 10% off your first month and get on your way to being your best self!Majority 54 is a MeidasTouch Network production. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKanderJason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGuptaRavi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Apr 4, 2024 • 54min
The Extreme Right
Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta report on all things Trump Legal as Judge Merchan expands his gag order on Trump and Trump finally posts a bond for his NYAG Civil Fine. Kander and Gupta then discuss 2024 Election Updates with new Trump and Biden Fundraising numbers, plus new polling in major battleground states. Jason and Ravi then are joined by Ken Harbaugh to discuss his new film Against All Enemies outlining the threats to American Democracy. This and more on the podcast that helps you, the 54% of the country that votes for progress in every election, convince your conservative friends and family members to join our majority. This is Majority 54!Watch the award-winning Against All Enemies documentary on Apple TV: https://tv.apple.com/us/movie/against-all-enemies/umc.cmc.6rulep4q4mvc6wfyy65halnv6Rhone: Find your corner office comfort. Head to https://rhone.com/majority and use code MAJORITY to save 20% off your entire order!Hiya Health: Go to https://HiyaHealth.com/MAJORITY and get your kids the full-body nourishment they need to grow into healthy adults.Majority 54 is a MeidasTouch Network production. Theme music provided by Kemet Coleman. Special thanks to Diana Kander.Majority 54 on Twitter: https://twitter.com/majority54Jason on Twitter: https://twitter.com/JasonKanderJason on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/jasonkander/Ravi on Twitter: https://twitter.com/RaviMGuptaRavi on Instagram: https://www.instagram.com/ravimgupta Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices