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To The Contrary with Charlie Sykes

Podcast To The Contrary with Charlie Sykes
Charlie Sykes
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  • Tom Nichols: Why Are We Still Surprised?
    Charlie Sykes is joined by Tom Nichols of The Atlantic to discuss the growing normalization of authoritarianism and the failure of America's institutions to push back. They cover everything from Trump’s war on the judiciary to Elon Musk’s growing influence, the alarming capitulations by law firms and universities, and Vladimir Putin's manipulation of global power dynamics. It’s a wide-ranging, sobering, and often darkly funny conversation about why, even after all this time, we’re still capable of being shocked. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • Kinzinger and Sykes: How Putin Humiliates Trump
    Former Congressman Adam Kinzinger joins Charlie Sykes for a candid discussion on the state of American democracy, Donald Trump's threats, and the exhaustion of fighting political chaos. Kinzinger reflects on the lessons he's learned since leaving Congress, including the importance of resilience in the face of intimidation and the need to maintain a sense of humor. Together, they break down Trump’s continued fixation on revenge, the GOP’s deference to Vladimir Putin, and why strong leadership is essential for Democrats navigating this critical moment. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • Michael Roth: It's Time for Universities to Stand Up to Trump
    Charlie Sykes speaks with Michael Roth, president of Wesleyan University, about the escalating attacks on higher education under Donald Trump’s administration. They discuss the administration’s sweeping funding cuts, threats to academic freedom, and the reluctance of university leaders to push back against government overreach. Roth offers a candid perspective on why he refuses to stay silent and what must happen to preserve the independence of American institutions. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • David Frum: Trade Wars and Turmoil
    Charlie Sykes and David Frum discuss the volatile state of the U.S. economy, the Trump administration’s trade war with Canada, and the potential consequences of Elon Musk’s growing influence in government policy. They analyze Trump’s economic policies, including his fixation on tariffs and trade conflicts, and question the administration’s erratic geopolitical maneuvers, from Ukraine to Panama. The conversation also explores the Republican Party’s surrender to Trump’s agenda and the alarming speed of institutional capitulation in American democracy. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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  • Nicholas Grossman: Why does Trump have a Putin fetish?
    Charlie Sykes is joined by Nicholas Grossman, editor of Arc Digital and professor of political science at the University of Illinois, to dissect the latest political chaos. They explore Donald Trump’s bizarre loyalty to Vladimir Putin, the unraveling of U.S. alliances, and the dangerous shift in global power dynamics. From the potential government shutdown to the erosion of democratic norms, this conversation is a deep dive into the troubling state of American politics and its broader implications. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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You are not the crazy ones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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