That Trippi Show
If you're looking for someone who actually knows how presidential and national politics works to explain what's going on in 30 minutes or less, this is the show for you. Joe Trippi is a longtime Democratic campaign manager who ran the progressive Howard Dean presidential campaign in 2004 and the historic Doug Jones Senate campaign to defeat Roy Moore in 2017. He's seen it all and isn't bogged down by the viral tweets or hot takes du jour. He's looking past the headlines to answer the questions that matter: How do Democrats win key races moving forward? How do we convince voters to make Republicans pay for January 6th and its aftermath? What are we headed for in November? Don't just listen to the talking heads. Learn from an expert. Subscribe now to That Trippi Show. New episodes every Friday (at least!).
Latest episodes
Nov 17, 2023 • 38min
"Gotta get louder than the liars" with Brian Stelter
Longtime "Reliable Sources" host and author Brian Stelter joins the show with a sneak preview of his new book "Network of Lies" - and you guessed it - it's all about FOX's descent into a propaganda machine. The inside info Brian finds has to be read to be believed. Does Fox's former chief propagandist believe his own rhetoric? Why Brian thinks Tucker has himself into it. And behind-the-scenes after Joe Biden's win in 2020 at FOX -- why everyone was whispering the truth while shouting the lie. Spoiler alert: They all knew the truth! What Brian thinks would blow our minds from Rupert Murdoch - under oath.Joe and Brian discuss FOX's infamous (correct) Arizona call and the fallout at the network. And what's the solution to all this? Why Brian thinks we have to get loud - but it's more than that. Check out the book at networkoflies.com. And don't miss Brian's podcast at Vanity Fair - Inside The Hive. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 10, 2023 • 31min
So much winning! (unless you're Glenn Youngkin)
Joe and Alex recap a big week for Democrats - and for Joe Biden. Ohio, Virginia, and Kentucky all make it clear: when voters see MAGA coming for their rights... it doesn't turn out very well for MAGA. Pour one out for Glenn Youngkin's presidential aspirations. Why Joe sees big things for Andy Beshear. Plus: Yeah, they do talk about *that* poll. And the latest debate -- and second place in Iowa is going to matter even more now. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Nov 3, 2023 • 50min
"The hijacker is never really popular on the plane" - with Stuart Stevens
Friend and Lincoln Project colleague Stuart Stevens joins the pod to talk about his new book: "The Conspiracy to End America." There are five elements at work when democracy slides into autocracy - and Stuart takes an eye-opening look at how all five are working in concert with today's MAGA GOP. What do he and Joe think their endgame is? This is a conversation you don't want to miss. Plus - with Iowa less than 75 days away - where do things stand in the GOP primary?Here's where to order Stuart's book: https://www.hachettebookgroup.com/titles/stuart-stevens/the-conspiracy-to-end-america/9781538765401/?lens=twelve Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 27, 2023 • 37min
"Great, you got the brass ring, buddy, have fun with it"
Speaker watch 2023 (part infinity) is over. Why Joe thinks it might not be over... and how MAGA handed Democrats a huge gift with their Speaker pick. Trump and No Labels are happy with it - which is all you need to know. Why Dean Phillips is biting off more than he can chew. And new data that we all should be concerned about. 1/3 of GOP voters think violence is legitimate... why Joe is not surprised. And a reminder - That Trippi Show is free with support from our advertisers. This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 20, 2023 • 36min
Trump's legal defense (and Jim Jordan's speaker bid)
Breaking news out of Georgia while Joe and Alex record this week's episode - Sidney Powell pled guilty in Fulton County. Why her plea is a big deal. And why Jim Jordan's masochism may not be over anytime soon. The latest in the ridiculous Speaker fight. And why - good or bad - we're still fixated on the wrong things when it comes to recent polling. What does Joe think are the two things you need to remember when you look at ANY poll - and why voters are showing us a clear rejection of MAGA. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 13, 2023 • 35min
"Your problem is that you're looking at this rationally, not as a cult member."
The GOP is completely derelict in their duty to America, to democracy, and our allies like Israel. Joe gets into the clear contrast between Joe Biden's clear moral leadership and the dysfunction and chaos in the MAGA GOP. Why Joe isn't surprised at Trump's reaction to Israel - but also why he doesn't think it's going to matter with his base. What's going on with the race for Speaker of the House? Why Joe thinks we aren't going to see a resolution anytime soon. And what the coverage of House dysfunction is missing -- why this very much isn't the same on both sides. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Oct 6, 2023 • 33min
"GOP surprised the face-eating leopards ate their faces"
Ding-dong! McCarthy's out! Joe and Alex take a break from laughing to point out just how unsurprising it is. The headlines should all talk about face-eating leopards... What's the fallout going to be short-term and going into 2024? Also, Joe makes a couple of bold predictions about the Trump civil trial - how does that all tie in with the House chaos? And new maps in Alabama are a great sign for equal representation in Congress and another potential seat pickup for Democrats. Plus, your usual check-in on the No Labels fallacy. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 29, 2023 • 33min
"Messy?" That's very generous...
We talk about this week's GOP debate as quickly as we can - and why we really don't need to talk about it. Joe wonders about how a campaign team could let their candidates walk into a mess like that - and what they're supposed to be doing about it. Joe's also not happy about the polls - but not about the numbers they show. What numbers do actually matter? And why voters break away from President Biden when given the No Labels option - and what we have to do about it.A reminder that our show is free because of our sponsors -- we encourage you to check them out and see if they're right for you.This episode is brought to you by BetterHelp. Visit BetterHelp.com/trippi today to get 10% off your first month. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 22, 2023 • 43min
A house of crazies and muttering about jumpsuits
Trump's telling the MAGA House to shut down the government to avoid his prosecution - and we hear that behind the scenes, he's picking out his prison wardrobe... And we don't really see a way out for the 18 Republicans in Biden-held seats. Is this the most dysfunctional GOP ever? And what is Joe seeing behind the scenes in New Hampshire that might help a Trump primary challenger? How far might the fight go?Read Rick Wilson's piece on strategy here: https://therickwilson.substack.com/p/tough-love-for-the-democrats?utm_source=profile&utm_medium=reader2 Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Sep 15, 2023 • 36min
"Sometimes, you just gotta call out their BS"
They just can't help themselves. Why impeachment (not to mention another shutdown attempt) will backfire on MAGA in the places they need help the most. 18 House Republicans in Biden-won districts will not like where this is going... and why John Fetterman's exactly right to call 'em out. Plus, a new poll that shows... gasp... good news for Democrats? Why the math looks better and better for President Biden.Read Greg Sargent's latest column in the Washington Post here: https://www.washingtonpost.com/opinions/2023/09/14/trump-2024-chances-michigan-wisconsin/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
