

The Chris Cuomo Project
Chris Cuomo
The Chris Cuomo Project is the official podcast of award-winning veteran broadcast journalist Chris Cuomo. Chris’ independent voice provides listeners with an up-close view of politics, global affairs, and American culture from a vantage point uniquely shaped by decades of insider experience.Every Tuesday, Chris presents his signature take on today’s pressing current events — and explores how these stories are being covered by all sides of the media — through in-depth interviews with newsmakers, tastemakers, and other influential figures.On Thursdays, Chris shares insights into subjects that deeply matter to him personally, and answers YouTube comments and listener phone calls.Free from the constraints of a traditional media organization, The Chris Cuomo Project is home to independents, free agents, and those who don’t fit nicely on one side or the other.Let’s get after it.
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Jan 8, 2026 • 1h 4min
What Really Happened in Venezuela (and What Comes Next)
Rick de la Torre, former CIA Caracas Station Chief and founder of Tower Strategy, shares insights on the complex reality in Venezuela following recent U.S. interventions. He discusses the implications of retaining elements of the existing power structure for regional stability and the challenges that leaders like Maria Corina Machado and Juan Guaidó face in returning to power. The conversation also touches on the balance between military action and legal considerations, highlighting the shifting dynamics of oil and security in the region, and the nuanced motivations behind U.S. involvement.

Jan 6, 2026 • 51min
Why Copying Trump Keeps Backfiring
Chuck Rocha, a political consultant and founder of Solidarity Strategies, joins to share insights on Democratic strategies for the midterms. He discusses the pitfalls of an outrage-driven approach and why simply mirroring Trump's tactics won’t lead to wins. Rocha emphasizes the importance of relatable messaging focused on working-class issues. He argues for authenticity over performance, explaining how voters crave practical solutions and genuine connection. His insights challenge Democrats to recalibrate their strategies for real impact.

Jan 1, 2026 • 31min
Five Predictions That Will Define 2026
Chris Cuomo lays out five interconnected predictions for 2026 — not as isolated forecasts, but as a chain reaction driven by exhaustion, escalation, and a public fed up with how power is exercised. He warns that the rising stakes of political rhetoric and performative outrage make some kind of major internal attack increasingly likely, and explains why the aftermath — misinformation, blame, and manipulation — will force a reckoning with social media algorithms that profit from division.
Cuomo argues that MAGA is unsustainable in its current form and will begin collapsing under the weight of constant hostility, setting the stage for a pivotal midterm election. Whether Democrats capitalize or squander that moment, he says, will determine whether the results are historic or razor-thin. He closes with his biggest prediction: the next president won’t be a familiar figure, but someone outside the system, emerging from a public desperate for disruption, perspective, and a way out of the exhaustion cycle driving American politics.
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Dec 30, 2025 • 47min
Why “Success” Still Leaves So Many People Miserable
Kevin Dahlstrom, founder of Bolt Health and a men's health entrepreneur, shares his insights on achieving true fulfillment over superficial success. They discuss his viral '55 rules for life,' the inadequacy of wealth alone in creating happiness, and the importance of hormonal health in performance. Dahlstrom champions microdosing testosterone while debunking myths around it. The conversation also touches on minimalism's role in prioritizing meaningful relationships and the impact of social media on well-being. A thought-provoking dive into living a richer life!

Dec 25, 2025 • 31min
A Christmas Reality Check for the Comment Section
In this holiday-themed commentary, Chris Cuomo tackles viewer reactions by addressing hot topics like rage bait and the political fallout of condemning Trump. He reflects on how outrage can undermine credibility and urges a shift from divisive tactics. Chris shares insights on media criticism, the challenges of attention spans, and the importance of long-form discussions. He emphasizes the need for generosity and independent thinking, urging listeners to resist turning political debates into moral conflicts.

Dec 23, 2025 • 34min
What “Real Ones” Get Wrong
The podcast dives into the meaning of being a 'real one' in today's political landscape. Chris Cuomo critiques the performative outrage that defines both sides of the aisle, arguing it prioritizes anger over results. He explores how MAGA’s loyalty to Trump creates a low bar for authenticity, while the left's imitation of this aggression fails to deliver real change. He emphasizes the need for critical thinking and coalition-building over empty hot talk, ultimately redefining what it means to be genuinely authentic.

Dec 18, 2025 • 50min
Ro Khanna on How Democrats Can Win Without Becoming Trump
Ro Khanna, a U.S. Representative from California, advocates for a forward-thinking Democratic strategy focused on affordability and economic populism. He highlights the dangers of letting Affordable Care Act subsidies expire and promotes Medicare for All as a cost-saving measure. Khanna critiques outrage-driven politics, emphasizing the need for substantive alternatives to engage voters. He also discusses the influence of corporate money in politics, the importance of labor unions, and the necessity of addressing various international issues while prioritizing domestic economic concerns.

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Dec 16, 2025 • 55min
What the Government Still Isn’t Telling Us About UAPs
Dan Farah, a documentary filmmaker behind "The Age of Disclosure," reveals shocking truths about government secrecy surrounding unidentified anomalous phenomena. He discusses how senior military and intelligence officials are finally going on the record and the bipartisan effort for transparency. Topics include the implications of UAPs near nuclear sites, the urgency to reverse-engineer advanced technology, and the stigma surrounding these phenomena. Farah forecasts a significant push for public disclosure and emphasizes the importance of accountability in understanding non-human origins.

Dec 11, 2025 • 59min
Anthony Scaramucci on How Trump Broke American Politics
Anthony Scaramucci (Founder and Managing Partner, SkyBridge Capital, former White House Communications Director, and author, “Solana Rising: Investing in the Fast Lane of Crypto”) joins Chris Cuomo to break down how Trump’s influence reshaped American politics — from loyalty culture and broken institutions to the money pipelines that fuel the outrage economy. Scaramucci explains why Trumpism still distorts incentives in Washington, why corruption persists across both parties, and how political dysfunction became a profitable business model.
Cuomo and Scaramucci also dig into the economics behind the moment — from crypto’s growing role in global finance to how digital markets, speculation, and new technologies intersect with political instability. They explore what a post-Trump GOP might look like, whether voters still reward serious leadership, and why America’s systems keep drifting further from what working people actually need.
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Dec 9, 2025 • 48min
The Truth We’re Missing About UFOs and 3I Atlas
Avi Loeb (Frank B. Baird, Jr., Professor of Science, Harvard University) joins Chris Cuomo to break down why the interstellar object 3I Atlas challenges what we think we know about space, evidence, and scientific certainty. Loeb explains what makes this visitor unusual, why early observations don’t fit the standard “it’s just a comet” answer, and why the scientific community keeps shutting down possibilities before the data is even in.
Cuomo and Loeb dig into the limits of government transparency on UAPs, the role of Loeb’s Galileo Project in gathering independent evidence, and why scientific gatekeeping and political fear stop the public from seeing the full picture. They also explore why discovery demands humility, what the next phase of observation could reveal, and how accepting uncertainty is the only way to understand what might actually be moving through our skies.
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