Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast

00:22:40

U.S. monopolies vs. workers, consumers

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/22

One of the key economic levers the government can manipulate are in pursuit of anti-trust policy. On Today's Show:Alvaro Bedoya, senior advisor at the American Economic Liberties Project and former FTC commissioner, offers his opinion on how the Paramount - Warner Brothers Discovery mega merger will affect everyday people and their jobs, and more on what he calls the pervasiveness of monopolies and their effects in the US today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for

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00:23:04

Sen. and Rev. Raphael Warnock on Isaiah in our times

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/19

Politics often involves matters of conscience, especially on consequential issues like gun violence, voter suppression and climate change.On Today's Show: U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock (D GA), senior pastor of the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta and the author of (Penguin Press, 2026) draws on the book of Isaiah to offer a sermon on the moral crises facing America, and how to address them spiritually and politically. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information

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00:23:01

Iran deal draft, annotated with David Sanger

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/18

An agreement has been reached between the United States and Iran to end the war in Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz.On Today's Show:David Sanger, White House and national security correspondent for The New York Times and the author of New Cold Wars: China's Rise, Russia's Invasion, and America's Struggle to Defend the West (Crown, 2024), discusses the details of the deal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal

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00:20:54

What to know about July student loan changes

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/15

On July 1, there will be changes to the student loan repayment system that change the situation for new and old borrowers alike.On Today's Show:Cory Turner, NPR education correspondent and senior editor, shares what's changing, and how those impacted can navigate the changes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:23:00

Trump redesigns America’s birthday party

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/12

As the country gears up to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the plans that President Trump has in mind are raising eyebrows. On Today's Show:Michael Scherer, staff writer at The Atlantic, talks about his reporting on the conflicts over the 250th anniversary celebration. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:21:28

What the World Cup means at a time of global conflict

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/11

As top athletes from around the world gather for the World Cup, many are representing nations embroiled in military conflict. On Today's Show:Franklin Foer, staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization (Harper Perennial, new edition 2026), talks about the new edition of his book and looks ahead to the start of World Cup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of

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00:20:41

Where science, politics and improv theater collide

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/10

As trust in science and institutions has eroded, the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science is teaching scientists how to better communicate their work to lay people. On Today's Show:Laura Lindenfeld, PhD, executive director of the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science and professor of communication at Stony Brook University, explains how improv can help bridge the science gap, and how science communication intersects with politics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See

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00:21:51

Bill Bradley talks NBA finals and politics

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/09

With basketball fresh on everyone's mind, someone with his feet in both the sports world, and the political world, discusses. On Today's Show:Bill Bradley, two-time NBA champion with the Knicks and former U.S. senator (D NJ), host of American Voices on Sirius XM and featured in the autobiographical documentary "Rolling Along: Bill Bradley" talks about this year's NBA finals, his take on national politics, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about

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00:22:34

Ben Rhodes on America’s defining speeches

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/08

Speeches have an important history in the United States, not only for their historical impact, but for their role in shaping a national identity. On Today's Show:Ben Rhodes, contributor to MS NOW, the co-chair of National Security Action and an advisor to former president Barack Obama and the author of All We Say: The Battle for American Identity: A History in 15 Speeches (Random House, 2026), talks about his new book that tells the history of the United States and its central conflicts through

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00:22:40

What happened this week between Congress and the...

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/05

It's been a consequential week in D.C., as some issues, like war powers, have driven a wedge between President Trump and members of Congress, including some Republicans.On Today's Show:Elana Schor, senior Washington editor at Semafor, talks about the news out of Washington this week, including how some Republican senators are standing up to President Trump on war powers, the $1.8 billion dollar payout fund and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about

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00:21:58

Martha Raddatz on heroes she has known and the Iran...

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/04

As the Trump administration continues to use the US military for geopolitical leverage, a look at the work of boots-on-the-ground service members. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:20:09

David Remnick on the Democratic Party’s “identity...

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/03

Ahead of the midterms, a look at some key races.On Today's Show:David Remnick, editor of The New Yorker and the host of The New Yorker Radio Hour, talks about the latest national political news, including the latest regarding the midterm elections, the Democratic Party's identity crisis and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:22:22

NYC Mayor Zohran Mamdani takes listener questions

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/06/02

The far-left politics of NYC's new(ish) mayor have drawn national attention, and raised questions about the future of Democratic politics. On Today's Show: New York City mayor Zohran Mamdani takes questions from listeners and talks about this week's news in the city, and other issues important to New Yorkers, including childcare, trans healthcare and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:18:01

Trump wants many green card applicants to leave the...

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/05/29

The Trump administration announced that those seeking green cards would need to apply from their home countries, not within the U.S. as many had been able to do. On Today's Show:Allan Wernick, legal advisor to CUNY Citizenship Now!, CUNY's free immigration law service program, offers the latest guidance on who will be affected by the change. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:21:55

The case for getting involved in state politics

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/05/28

A recent Supreme Court decision weakened Section 2 of the Voting Rights Act.On Today's Show:Daniel Squadron, co-founder of The States Project, former New York State senator and author of the forthcoming book The Fourth Branch: How State Government Can Save Our Union (Zando, 2026), talks about the interplay between state legislatures and the redistricting fights happening now. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data

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00:21:25

Dem divides on display in our Goldman-Lander primary...

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/05/27

On our radio show, we're kicking off a series of forums for candidates running for Congress in consequential, local races.On Today's Show:Dan Goldman, US representative (D, NY-10), and Brad Lander, former NYC comptroller and former mayoral candidate, discuss key issues as they campaign in the June primary election to be the Democratic nominee for Congress for New York's 10th congressional district. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection

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00:21:39

Sen. Chris Murphy on solving our 'crisis of the...

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/05/26

On today's show: U.S. Sen. Chris Murphy, D-Conn., talks about his new book, Crisis of the Common Good: The Fight for Meaning and Connection in a Broken America (Farrar, Straus & Giroux, 2026), and the underlying crises that have resulted in our current politics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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00:19:49

The Trump Administration's Military Options 'On the...

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/05/22

As the Trump administration ramps up its pressure campaign against Cuba, a look at what it means for the geopolitics of the region.On Today's Show:Nahal Toosi, Politico’s senior foreign affairs correspondent and columnist, discusses her latest reporting on how President Donald Trump and his aides have grown frustrated that their posture towards Cuba doesn't seem to be working, and what sort of military action might be on the table. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for

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00:25:10

Barney Frank's argument for incrementalism

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/05/21

Remembering Barney Frank and his recent advice for Democrats. On Today's Show: Hear excerpts from our 2015 interview with the former Massachusetts Congressman, followed by Jonathan Lemire, co-host of Morning Joe on MSNOW; writer for MSNOW and staff writer for The Atlantic, who talks about the late Barney Frank's advice for Democrats, including his defense of incremental change. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal

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00:19:05

Andrew Weissman on Trump’s $1.8 billion settlement...

Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast ·

2026/05/20

A legal expert weighs in on the ways President Trump has used the legal system to evade accountability and enrich himself.On Today's Show:Andrew Weissmann, professor of practice at NYU School of Law, co-host of the podcast Main Justice and author of Liar’s Kingdom: How to Stop Trump’s Deceit and Save America (Little, Brown, 2026), talks about the changes to the legal system needed to preserve US democracy. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our

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