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The BreakdownNovember 11, 2021 ｜ Hosts: Tara Setmayer & Rick WilsonThe Breakdown is live w/ hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick WilsonOn tonight's Breakdown: It's Veterans Day and the 100th anniversary of the Tomb of the Unknown Soldier. We're taking time to honor those who have served and discuss the ways in which veterans play an impactful role in leading our nation. Join us for this all new episode and follow The Lincoln Project on social media below. FOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3zCBHhT PODCAST: https://apple.co/3G7...
2023-12-2237 minThe BreakdownNovember 9, 2021 ｜ Hosts: Tara Setmayer and Rick WilsonThe Breakdown is live w/ hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick WilsonJoin us for an all new episode of The Breakdown with Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson as they discuss January 6th subpoenas, what's happening in New Jersey, Biden's infrastructure bill...and a little bit of craziness from Arizona. Watch now, share with friends, and follow The Lincoln Project on social media below!FOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3zCBHhT PODCAST: https://apple.co/3G7zr4L
2023-12-2235 minThe BreakdownNovember 4, 2021 ｜ Guest: Michael SteeleThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Michael SteeleThis Thursday on The Breakdown host Tara Setmayer welcomes Michael Steele back to the show! Steele is a former Chairperson of the RNC, former Lt. Governor of Maryland, and well-known conservative political commentator. We'll talk about Virginia, Critical Race Theory, “Sweater Vest Facism,” and how all of these pieces fit together as we look ahead to 2022.Watch now, share with friends, and follow The Lincoln Project on social media below.FOLLOW MICHAEL STEELETWITTER: @MichaelSteeleFOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: http...
2023-12-2245 minThe BreakdownNovember 2, 2021 ｜ Hosts: Tara Setmayer & Rick WilsonThe Breakdown is live w/ hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick WilsonJoin The Breakdown hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson as we watch the 2021 Virginia gubernatorial election results roll in. This is a historic night – from measuring Trump’s lasting influence to discussing this race’s implications for the future of democracy – you won’t want to miss a moment. Watch this all new episode now and share on social media! FOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3zCBHhT PODCAST: https://apple.co/3G7zr4L
2023-12-2225 minThe BreakdownOctober 28, 2021 ｜ Guest: Glenn KirschnerThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Glenn KirschnerTonight, join The Breakdown host Tara Setmayer as she welcomes attorney, former U.S. Army prosecutor, and NBC News/MSNBC legal analyst Glenn Kirschner. Tara and Glenn will discuss all things legal related to the January 6th insurrection and the ongoing committee investigation.Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW Glenn KirschnerTWITTER: @glennkirschner2FOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3...
2023-12-2237 minThe BreakdownOctober 26, 2021 ｜ Guest: Lauren WindsorThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Lauren WindsorOn tonight's episode of The Breakdown, hosts Rick Wilson and Tara Setmayer welcome Lauren Windsor, creator of The Undercurrent, executive director of American Family Voices, and partner at political consultancy Democracy Partners. You don't want to miss this show! Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEThe Undercurrent – https://www.theundercurrent.tv/ American Family Voices – https://www.americanfamilyvoices.org/ FOLLOW Lauren WindsorTWITTER: @lawindsorFOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWIT...
2023-12-2236 minThe BreakdownOctober 21, 2021 ｜ Guest: Ryan GoodmanThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Ryan GoodmanYou don't want to miss tonight's episode of The Breakdown. We're talking to Ryan Goodman, co-Editor-in-chief of Just Security, an online forum dedicated to the rigorous analysis of national security, foreign policy, and rights. Ryan and host Tara Setmayer dive into the consequences for Steve Bannon, the power of Congress to hold people in contempt, and other pressing issues regarding the aftermath of the insurrection. Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE...
2023-12-2237 minThe BreakdownOctober 19, 2021 ｜ Guest: Jim SwiftThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Jim SwiftJoin hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson as they welcome special guest Jim Swift, Senior Editor at The Bulwark. Tara, Rick, and Jim will discuss the recent passing of former Sec. of State General Colin Powell, Steve Bannon and the ongoing January 6th investigation, and more news of the day. Don’t miss a moment – watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEThe Bulwark – https://www.thebulwark.com/ FOLLOW Jim SwiftT...
2023-12-2239 minThe BreakdownOctober 14, 2021 ｜ Guest: Charlie SykesThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Charlie SykesThis week on The Breakdown we're thrilled to welcome political commentator, editor, and podcaster Charlie Sykes. Charlie, Tara, and Rick dive into Steve Bannon potentially facing jail time, The VA Gov. race, and election craziness in Wisconsin. Don’t miss a moment – watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEThe Bulwark – https://www.thebulwark.com/ FOLLOW Charlie SykesTWITTER: @SykesCharlieFOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva I...
2023-12-2238 minThe BreakdownSeptember 30, 2021 ｜ Guest: Matthew DowdThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Matthew DowdThe Breakdown with Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson is back! Tonight we're welcoming special guest Matthew Dowd, a former chief strategist for George W. Bush, who recently launched his campaign for TX Lt. Governor. Join us for a conversation about the significance of the Virginia Governor’s race, Trump’s mounting pressure on Greg Abbott, and the political climate in Texas.Don’t miss a moment – watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW Matthew DowdTWI...
2023-12-2138 minThe BreakdownJuly 29, 2021 ｜ Guests: Michael Steele and Dr. Vin GuptaThe Breakdown is live w/ guests Michael Steele and Dr. Vin GuptaTara Setmayer is hosting an all-new episode of The Breakdown on LPTV. Former RNC Chairman & Lt. Gov. of Maryland Michael Steele joins us to break down the politics of Jan. 6th, and public health physician, professor, and health policy expert Dr. Vin Gupta will discuss the current COVID spike.Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW Michael SteeleTWITTER: @MichaelSteeleFOLLOW Dr. Vin GuptaTWITTER: @VinGuptaMDFOLLOW...
2023-12-211h 31The BreakdownJuly 27, 2021 ｜ Guest: Steve SchmidtThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Steve SchmidtTara Setmayer and Rick Wilson are hosting an all-new episode of The Breakdown on LPTV. Lincoln Project Co-Founder Steve Schmidt joins us to discuss the January 6th Commission and COVID disinformation.Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW Steve Schmidt TWITTER: @SteveSchmidtSESFOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3zCBHhT PODCAST: https://apple.co/3G7zr4L
2023-12-211h 16The BreakdownJuly 22, 2021 ｜ Guest: Harry LitmanThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Harry LitmanTara Setmayer & Rick Wilson are hosting an all-new episode of The Breakdown on @LPTV. Former US Attorney Harry Litman joins us to talk about prosecuting insurrectionists, the January 6th commission, Tom Barrack’s arrest, and Fox News’ propaganda.Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW Harry LitmanTWITTER: @harrylitmanFOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3zCBHhT PODCAST: https://apple.co/3...
2023-12-211h 16The BreakdownJuly 20, 2021 ｜ Guests: Tim, Jennifer, and David GosarThe Breakdown is live w/ guests Tim, Jennifer, and David GosarTara Setmayer & Rick Wilson are hosting an all-new episode of The Breakdown on LPTV. Tim, Jennifer, and David Gosar will join us to talk about their brother Rep. Paul Gosar (R) supporting the Big Lie and downplaying the January 6th insurrection.Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3zCBHhT PODCAST: https://apple.co/3...
2023-12-211h 19The BreakdownJuly 15, 2021 ｜ Guests: Michael Bender and Dr. Michelle FiscusThe Breakdown is live w/ guests Michael Bender and Dr. Michelle FiscusThe Wall Street Journal’s Michael Bender, author of “Frankly, We Did Win This Election,” is here to discuss the chaos and turmoil in Trump’s White House, the Big Lie, and the rise of Fascism in America. Dr. Michelle Fiscus, a pediatrician and top vaccine official in Tennessee who was fired for her vaccination outreach efforts. She'll be discussing the situation in Tennessee in the broader context of disinformation/vaccine politicizationWatch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the figh...
2023-12-211h 18The BreakdownJuly 13, 2021 ｜ Guest: Denver RigglemanThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Denver Riggleman Tara Setmayer & Rick Wilson are hosting The Breakdown on LPTV. Special Guest Denver Riggleman joins us to discuss the January 6th committee, Donald Trump’s role in the insurrection, and ways to combat disinformation.Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEDenver Riggleman’s book: “Bigfoot...It’s Complicated” – https://amzn.to/3rl09lE FOLLOW Denver Riggleman TWITTER: @RepRigglemanFOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: h...
2023-12-211h 12The BreakdownJuly 6, 2021 ｜ Guests: Trygve Olson and Trey GraysonThe Breakdown is live w/ guests Trygve Olson and Trey Grayson On tonight's episode of The Breakdown, hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson welcome founder of Viking Strategies, Trygve Olson and former Kentucky Secretary of State, Trey Grayson. Join us for a conversation about autocracy, the latest embarrassments in the Republican party, and the future of our democracy. Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW Trygve OlsonTWITTER: @trygveolsonFOLLOW Trey Grayson TWITTER: @KYTreyFOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https...
2023-12-211h 13The BreakdownJune 29, 2021 ｜ Guest: Judd LegumThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Judd LegumThis week on The Breakdown, host Rick Wilson welcomes founder of the political newsletter “Popular Information,” Judd Legum. Rick and Judd will discuss which corporations are funding insurrectionist lawmakers and perpetrators of The Big Lie. Don’t miss a moment – watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEPopular Information: https://popular.info/FOLLOW Judd LegumTWITTER: @JuddLegum FOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/3...
2023-12-211h 00The BreakdownJune 24, 2021 ｜ Guest: Rep. Julie JohnsonThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Rep. Julie JohnsonOn this week’s episode of The Breakdown, hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilsonw welcome State Rep. Julie Johnson. Rep. Johnson represents the 115th district in the Texas House of Representatives. Join Reed and Rep. Johnson for a discussion of this week’s political craziness and the fight for democracy in Texas.Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW Julie JohnsonTWITTER: @juliejohnsonTXFOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INST...
2023-12-211h 06The BreakdownJune 22, 2021 ｜ Guest: Clint WattsThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Clint WattsOn this week's episode of The Breakdown, hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson are joined by guest Clint Watts. Clint is a Distinguished Research Fellow at the Foreign Policy Research Institute and Fellow at the Alliance for Securing Democracy, in addition to being a national security contributor for NBC News and MSNBC. Clint is also the author of “Messing With The Enemy: Surviving in a Social Media World of Hackers, Terrorists, Russians and Fake News”.Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at L...
2023-12-211h 08The BreakdownJune 17, 2021 ｜ Guests: Larry Sabato and Sarah KendziorThe Breakdown is live w/ guests Larry Sabato and Sarah Kendzior On this week's episode of The Breakdown, hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson are joined by Larry Sabato, NYT best-selling author and political analyst and Sarah Kendzior, author of “Hiding in Plain Sight: The Invention of Donald Trump and the Erosion of America” and co-host of the Gaslit Nation podcast.Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODESarah Kendzior’s book: “Hiding in Plain Sight: The Invention of Donald Trump an...
2023-12-211h 14The BreakdownJune 15, 2021 ｜ Guest: Michael CohenThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Michael CohenOn tonight’s episode of The Breakdown we welcome Trumps' former fixer, Michael Cohen. He and hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson will dive into the GOP’s role in the January 6th insurrection and Donald Trump’s political future – or lack thereof. This is an episode you won’t want to miss. Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEMichael Cohen’s podcast “Mea Culpa” – https://apple.co/3GFfJ0B Michael Cohen’s bo...
2023-12-211h 19The BreakdownJune 10, 2021 ｜ Guest: Glenn KirschnerThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Glenn Kirschner This week on The Breakdown, hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson welcome guest Glenn Kirschner, an attorney, former U.S. Army prosecutor, and NBC News/MSNBC legal analyst. Tara, Rick, and Glenn discuss the January 6th commission and Trump’s involvement in the insurrection. Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW Glenn Kirschner TWITTER: @glennkirschner2FOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3z...
2023-12-211h 09The BreakdownJune 8, 2021 ｜ Guest: Steven LevitskyThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Steven LevitskyThis week on The Breakdown, hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson welcome guest Steven Levitsky. Steven is a political scientist and Professor of Government at Harvard University, with research in the areas of authoritarianism and democratization. He is notable for his work on competitive authoritarian regimes and informal political institutions. Tara, Rick, and Steven break down the latest headlines and embarrassments in the Republican party. Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER...
2023-12-211h 12The BreakdownJune 3, 2021 ｜ Guest: Steve SchmidtThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Steve SchmidtThis week on The Breakdown, Lincoln Project Co-Founder Steve Schmidt joins hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson for a conversation about Trump’s dangerous rhetoric, remembering D-Day, and taking on audience questions.Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW Steve SchmidtTWITTER: @SteveSchmidtSESFOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3zCBHhT PODCAST: https://apple.co/3G7zr4L
2023-12-211h 12The BreakdownJune 1, 2021 ｜ Guest: David FarisThe Breakdown is live w/ guest David FarisThis week The Breakdown hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson are joined by David Faris. David is a Professor of Political Science at Roosevelt University and author of “It's Time to Fight Dirty: How Democrats Can Build a Lasting Majority in American Politics”.Watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODEDavid’s book: “It's Time to Fight Dirty: How Democrats Can Build a Lasting Majority in American Politics” – https://amzn.to/3goHSgT FOLLOW...
2023-12-211h 07The BreakdownMay 27, 2021 ｜ Guests: Mark Hertling and Dan BarkhuffWE’RE LIVETara Setmayer & Rick Wilson are hosting an all-new episode of The Breakdown on LPTV.
2023-12-211h 232023-12-211h 19The BreakdownApril 13, 2021 ｜ Guest: Steve SchmidtThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Steve Schmidt!On this can’t-miss episode of The Breakdown, Co-founder of the Lincoln Project Steve Schmidt joins Rick Wilson and Tara Setmayer to discuss Trump’s latest antics and the future of the GOP. Don’t miss a moment – watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW Steve SchmidtTWITTER: @SteveSchmidtSES FOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3zCBHhT PODCAST: https://apple.co/3G7zr
2023-12-211h 47The BreakdownApril 8, 2021 ｜ Guest: Julian ZelizerThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Julian Zelizer!According to a new Gallup Poll, more American adults identify as Democrat (49%) than Republican (40%). Tonight we talk to political analyst Julian Zelizer about why that is, and whether there’s a path forward for the GOP. Watch The Breakdown LIVE with hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson.Don’t miss a moment – watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Politics & Polls Podcast: spia.princeton.eduJulian Zelizer’s book: “Burning Down the House” – h...
2023-12-211h 13The BreakdownApril 6, 2021 ｜ Guest: Peter SchorschThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Peter Schorsch!What's going on with Florida's GOP? The Breakdown discusses LIVE with Rick Wilson and guest Peter Schorsch, publisher and executive editor of Florida Politics. Don’t miss a moment – watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE:Florida Politics: floridapolitics.com FOLLOW Peter Schorsch!TWITTER: @FPWellman FOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3zCBHhT PODCAST: https://apple.co/3...
2023-12-211h 02The BreakdownApril 1, 2021 ｜ Guest: Fred WellmanThe Breakdown is live w/ Fred Wellman!Tonight on this special episode of The Breakdown, host Rick Wilson is joined by Lincoln Project Executive Director Fred Wellman to discuss the GOP’s voter suppression bills popping up in state legislatures across the country and the role that big corporations have played in getting them passed. Don’t miss a moment – watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! FOLLOW Fred WellmanTWITTER: @FPWellman FOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https...
2023-12-211h 10The BreakdownMarch 30, 2021 ｜ Guest: Kate KlonickThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Kate KlonickWill Facebook keep Trump off their platform to curb the spread of disinformation? St. John’s University Law Professor Kate Klonick joins The Breakdown with hosts Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson to discuss this and more! Don’t miss a moment – watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us!FOLLOW Kate KlonickTWITTER: @Klonick FOLLOW LINCOLN PROJECTTWITTER: https://bit.ly/3zwZFva INSTAGRAM: https://bit.ly/31yyrHR FACEBOOK: https://bit.ly/3zCBHhT PODCAS...
2023-12-211h 09The BreakdownMarch 25, 2021 ｜ Guest: Lynn VavreckThe Breakdown is live w/ guest Lynn VavreckThe US has an ever-widening partisan divide in politics and beyond. The Breakdown is LIVE with Tara Setmayer and Rick Wilson to explore why and what can be done about it. They are joined by special guest UCLA political science professor & presidential elections expert, Lynn Vavreck. Don’t miss a moment – watch now, share on social media, and follow The Lincoln Project below. Join the fight at LincolnProject.us! MENTIONED IN THIS EPISODE: Lynn Vavreck’s book “Identity Crisis” – https://amzn.to/332Q6rY FOLLOW Lynn VavreckTWITTER...
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