

Ceasefire
C-SPAN
Ceasefire, a new series that takes a different approach to political conversation. In an era when conflict often grabs the spotlight, Ceasefire creates space for something quieter but no less important: thoughtful dialogue between leaders who don’t always agree, but are willing to listen. Ceasefire offers a front-row seat to the kind of conversations that remind us what's possible when leaders choose to engage thoughtfully.
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Jan 10, 2026 • 1h 1min
Scott Jennings & Kate Bedingfield
Host Dasha Burns is joined by Scott Jennings & Kate Bedingfield, plus conversations with Democratic strategist Jonathan Kott & Republican strategist John Ullyot. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Jan 3, 2026 • 1h 1min
Fmr. Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) & Fmr. Sen. Joe Manchin (I-WV)
Panel 1: Host Dasha Burns is joined by former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy (R-CA) and former Senator Joe Manchin (I-WV) to preview the year ahead in politics - including the upcoming midterm elections and the political and legislative battles ahead in Washington.
Panel 2: A preview of the geopolitical and foreign policy stories to watch in 2026 with Hoover Institution fellow Lanhee Chen, veteran of several political campaigns and foreign policy director for Mitt Romney’s 2012 presidential bid and McCain Institute Executive Director Ellen Farkas, former deputy assistant secretary of defense for Russia/Ukraine/Eurasia in the Obama administration.
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Dec 27, 2025 • 1h 2min
2025 Highlights
Host Dasha Burns looks back at key moments of bipartisanship from Ceasefire's inaugural season.
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Dec 20, 2025 • 1h 2min
Sens. John Fetterman (D-PA) & Katie Britt (R-AL) w/ strategists Mike Dubke & Brendan Daly
Panel 1: Host Dasha Burns is joined by Pennsylvania Democratic Senator John Fetterman and Alabama Republican Senator Katie Britt for a bipartisan dialogue on the top issues facing the country including jobs and the economy, the future of expiring ACA subsidies, and rising tensions between the U.S. and Venezuela.
Panel 2: Host Dasha Burns is joined by Republican strategist Mike Dubke, former White House Communications Director in the first Trump administration, and Democratic strategist Brendan Daly, former Communications Director to then-House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, to discuss the top political stories of the week.
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Dec 13, 2025 • 60min
Strategists Marc Short & Adrienne Elrod Discuss POTUS Trump Interview
Republican strategist Marc Short & Democratic strategist Adrienne Elrod discuss Dasha Burn's sit down interview with President Donald Trump. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Dec 6, 2025 • 1h
Reps. Ro Khanna (D-CA) & Don Bacon (R-NE) & strategists T.W. Arrighi and Arshi Siddiqui
Host Dasha Burns is joined by Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA) and Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE), plus conversations with Republican strategist T.W. Arrighi and Democratic strategist Arshi Siddiqui. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 29, 2025 • 1h 2min
Cornel West & Robert George w/ strategists John Feehery & Joel Payne
Cornel West, a philosopher and political activist, and Robert P. George, a conservative legal scholar, engage in a thought-provoking discussion on political integrity and character. They emphasize the need for honest, respectful dialogue in polarized times and denounce political violence. West reflects on his presidential run for social justice, while George shares his resignation from a board over ethical concerns. Republican strategist John Feehery and Democratic strategist Joel Payne analyze economic anxieties affecting voters and discuss the implications of upcoming elections.

Nov 22, 2025 • 1h 1min
Reps. Jared Moskowitz (D-FL) & Tim Burchett (TN-R) w/ strategists Marc Lotter & Mo Elleithee
Panel 1: Host Dasha Burns sits down with Florida Democratic Congressman Jared Moskowitz, and Tennessee Republican Congressman Tim Burchett for a bipartisan dialogue on the Epstein files, health care, and top issues facing the country.
Panel 2: Host Dasha Burns is joined by Republican strategist Marc Lotter, former special assistant to President Donald Trump, and Democratic strategist Mo Elleithee, former communications director for the Democratic National Committee.
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Nov 15, 2025 • 59min
Former Sen. Doug Jones (D-AL) & former Rep. Steve Stivers (R-OH) w/strategists Hogan Gidley & Ashley Etienne
Host Dasha Burns sits down with former Sen. Doug Jones (D-AL) and former Rep. Steve Stivers (R-OH), plus conversations with Republican strategist Hogan Gidley, and Democratic strategist Ashley Etienne Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

Nov 8, 2025 • 1h
Former Republican National Committee Chair Ronna McDaniel & Former Democratic National Committee Chair Donna Brazile
Join former DNC Chair Donna Brazile, a veteran strategist, and former RNC Chair Ronna McDaniel, an expert in Republican outreach, for a lively discussion on the evolving landscape of American politics. They tackle party evolution since 2016, outreach strategies, and the recent elections' implications. With insights from strategists Terry Holt and Meghan Hays, they debate the impact of new progressive voices and the challenges of campaign messaging. Additionally, they explore the repercussions of potential government shutdowns and the ongoing influence of Trump on the GOP.


