Judge Michael Luttig: The Self-Evident Truths of Freedom
Charlie Sykes is joined by Judge Michael Luttig to reflect on the founding principles of American democracy—and how far we've strayed. Drawing from his powerful essay The Self-Evident Truths of Freedom and of Tyranny, Judge Luttig restates the moral and constitutional bedrock of the United States in a time of national uncertainty. It’s not a political polemic, but a patriotic reaffirmation of the values that have defined America for 249 years. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Nicholas Grossman: This Is Not Normal
Charlie Sykes welcomes Nicholas Grossman of Arc Digital for a wide-ranging conversation on the political unraveling of the Republican Party, including Senator Thom Tillis's defection and the cult of Trump. They explore the Supreme Court's role in enabling executive overreach and discuss how Trump's foreign policy blunders may ignite a new era of global nuclear proliferation Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Tim O'Brien: Trump's Day of Rage
Bloomberg's Tim O’Brien joins Charlie Sykes to unpack a whirlwind week in politics, from Trump’s business entanglements—including a dubious new mobile phone venture—to his rage-fueled media attacks after mixed intelligence on Iran. They explore how Trump’s blending of public power and private profit continues unchecked, and why it's reshaping the presidency in dangerous ways. Plus, the pair dive into the fallout from New York’s mayoral primary, growing Democratic fractures, and how the GOP is poised to weaponize progressive wins. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Susan Glasser: Basic Trumpology
Charlie Sykes and Susan Glasser break down the chaos of the current moment—from Trump's controversial strike on Iran to the media’s collective amnesia and the deepening crisis of national credibility. They explore the dangerous implications of conducting war in a post-truth era, where the commander-in-chief is often the most unreliable narrator. Plus, a look at the Democratic meltdown in New York and why political performance is outpacing pragmatism across both parties. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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Paul Rieckhoff: The Dangerous New Normal
Charlie Sykes is joined by Iraq War veteran and Independent Americans host Paul Rieckhoff for a sobering conversation on the U.S. bombing campaign against Iran and the implications of Donald Trump’s unilateral decision to launch it. They unpack the erosion of guardrails around war powers, the growing risks of domestic instability, and the unnerving absence of public debate. With both urgency and reflection, they challenge listeners to consider not just what’s happening—but what’s next. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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