
Lovett or Leave It
Former Obama speechwriter, comedian and Pod Save America co-host Jon Lovett takes the stage for a new season of the hit show that dared guests from Danny DeVito to Amy Klobuchar to ask “What is this?” and “Where am I?”
Each week, Jon breaks down the biggest and dumbest stories in politics to help you keep up with and laugh at the news. And this season, stay tuned for big guests and surprising conversations you won’t find anywhere else.
New episodes every Saturday morning on your podcast feed and on YouTube. And if you’re in LA, come to a taping. You’ll be amazed by what we cut from the live show.
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Latest episodes

Jun 21, 2024 • 1h 46min
Lovett Survived! (Live from Charlotte, NC)
Sydnee Washington, Tressie McMillan Cottom, and Dante Pittman join for a lively discussion in Charlotte, NC. Topics cover extreme North Carolina Republicans, appreciating wordsmiths, and audience rant suggestions. A fun and informative show on tour.

Jun 15, 2024 • 1h 34min
Learn to Love Dr. Pepper feat. Guy Branum
Guest host Guy Branum joins with Martha-Ann Alito for a comedic show. They cover Supreme Court rulings, late-stage capitalism, and a spin of the Rant Wheel. They discuss current events, symbols in communication, and challenges of the Roberts Court. The importance of voting and ethics in SCOTUS is highlighted, along with grassroots efforts and challenges in public life. The episode also touches on entertainment concepts, legal wills, voting challenges, and frustrations with game ads.

Jun 12, 2024 • 1h 9min
What A Weekday: Veep Paralysis Demon feat. Langston Kerman
Stand-up comedian and actor, Langston Kerman, hosts a hilarious discussion on Trump's VP picks, a shark encounter in Vegas, Mark Robinson's outburst, and Alex Jones's conspiracy theories. The episode delves into political satire, authoritarian loyalty, and humorous VP suggestions, offering a comedic take on current events and political controversies.

Jun 8, 2024 • 1h 13min
Gay Guy Podcasting School feat. Jared Goldstein
Jared Goldstein guest hosts an entertaining episode filled with comedic banter, discussions on gay slang, straight men painting nails, JoJo Siwa, and drag queen BenDeLaCreme's readings. The episode explores Pride month, fashion, politics, LGBTQ+ representation, and challenges gender norms with playful humor and engaging anecdotes.

Jun 4, 2024 • 31min
What A Weekday: Hobby Horsing Around feat. Adam Rippon
Adam Rippon joins the show with his comedic charm. Topics: Trump on TikTok, Simone Biles' impact, TikTok athletes demand seriousness, and upcoming live shows.

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Jun 1, 2024 • 1h 19min
Ey, I’m Convictin’ Here! feat. Ian Karmel
Guest host Ian Karmel joins for a post-Trump conviction episode. Topics include T-Shirt Swim Club, roasting the unroastable, and saying 'mi scusi'. With humor and wit, they cover celebrity relationships, political implications, and societal perceptions. A fun-filled and entertaining podcast episode.

May 25, 2024 • 1h 39min
Alito's Red Flags feat. Matt Rogers
Guest host Matt Rogers shines in this episode with hilarious discussions on Justice Alito's actions post-January 6th, birth control confusion, Katy Perry's surprising facts, and a game guessing straight cis male answers about the pop star. The banter includes amusing impressions, comedic reflections on historical events, and a playful Matt Rogers trivia game with listener high notes at the end.

May 21, 2024 • 34min
What A Weekday: Cannes You Believe It? feat. Matt Rogers
Matt Rogers, host of Las Culturistas, joins the podcast to discuss Trump's hush money trial, Rudy Giuliani's chaotic birthday bash, Michael Cohen's trial, Marjorie Taylor Greene vs. Jasmine Crockett, Billie Eilish's album, and humorous French culture commentary.

May 18, 2024 • 1h 24min
Conservatives Using Noble Tactics feat. Larry Wilmore
Larry Wilmore joins the podcast for a hilarious discussion poking fun at conservative tactics and coded insults. The show also features banter about Trump, Biden, the royals, boundaries in shared workspaces, and a fun game of delivering Trump quotes by historical figures.

May 14, 2024 • 33min
What a Weekday: We Got An Embezzlement Stew Going On feat. Louis Virtel
Louis Virtel joins for a hilarious discussion on Trump's Hannibal Lecter speech, Taylor Swift's concert baby, and ending with 1,500 spiders. They touch on voter motivation, shallow political figures, Celine Dion, SNL sketches, and American Girl dolls.