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Politics + Media 101Is Donald Trump a Hawk or Dove? With Curt Mills of The American ConservativeJohn and Justin sit down with Curt Mills, Executive Director of The American Conservative magazine. Curt, a former college classmate of John's, is an influential voice in the conservative intelligentsia's restrainer camp, advocating against the use of US military force abroad. The group discuss whether Donald Trump fits into this camp and what his nominations and appointments signal about his foreign policy goals.2024-11-261h 04Politics + Media 101Why Trump Won and How Dems Can Win the Working ClassOn this episode, John and Justin discuss why Donald Trump won the election, Where VP Harris and Democrats went wrong, and how they can improve their messaging and approaches to campaigning to win back working class voters. Please subscribe and rate our podcast wherever you listen.Justin's X: https://x.com/Justin_Higgins2Justin's BlueSky: https://bsky.app/profile/justinhiggins.bsky.socialJohn's X: https://x.com/johnwgunnison2024-11-161h 13Politics + Media 101Will Puerto Rican Voters Help VP Kamala Harris Win the White House?John and Justin discuss the state of the presidential election, the racist comments at Trump's Madison Square Garden rally, how Puerto Rican voters will impact the election for the White House, and Trump's lies about his anti-war record. 2024-11-0356 minPolitics + Media 101Kat Abu on the DNC, Harris Campaign and its approach to Israel-PalestineJohn and Justin host Mother Jones' Kat Abu to discuss political social media, the DNC, state of the Harris-Walz campaign and its approach to Israel-Palestine.2024-09-2059 minPolitics + Media 101Was the 2024 Democratic Convention Anything Like 1968? With Historian Michael KoncewiczThe 2024 Democratic National Convention came to Chicago amid a series of strange parallels to the 1968 convention in the same city: the incumbent president withdrew from his reelection campaign, the vice president was nominated without running in the primaries, students organized a national protest movement against a war, a major candidate was shot, someone named Robert F. Kennedy was running for president.Justin and John sit down with Michael Koncewicz, a historian at New York University, to discuss these overlaps. Michael is currently working on a biography of Tom Hayden, the anti-war activist who stood trial as one...2024-08-271h 04Politics + Media 101David Corn: Is JD Vance a Real Populist?Justin and John sit down with journalist David Corn, Washington Bureau Chief for Mother Jones and author of several books, most recently American Psychosis.David is an expert on the history of the Republican Party and its relationship with right-wing populism. He assesses the choice of Ohio Senator JD Vance as Donald Trump's vice presidential running mate and what it means for the direction of the GOP.2024-08-2048 minPolitics + Media 101Was Tim Walz the Right Choice for VP?Justin and John discuss the state of the presidential campaign after an incredible month of news: the Republican convention, an assassination attempt on Donald Trump, JD Vance becoming Trump's running mate, Joe Biden's retirement, and Kamala Harris's ascension to the top of the Democratic ticket.In particular, they review the choice of Governor Tim Walz to run for vice president. Harris chose Walz ahead of Governor Josh Shapiro, who many pundits favored.2024-08-141h 14Politics + Media 101Should Joe Biden Drop Out?After watching the Thursday night debate, Justin and John tackle the difficult question of whether Joe Biden should withdraw as a candidate for the 2024 presidential election.2024-07-031h 16Politics + Media 101Tara McGowan: Is Trump or Biden Winning in Digital Media?Justin and John sit down with Tara McGowen, a former political strategist, former journalist, and founder of Courier Newsroom. Tara is an expert on digital media strategy, and she assesses the strengths of Republicans and Democrats in the ever-evolving online information landscape.2024-06-2851 minPolitics + Media 101Dmitri Mehlhorn: How Can Biden Beat Trump in 2024?Justin and John sit down with Dmitri Mehlhorn, an entrepreneur, financier and political strategist. Dmitri teamed with LinkedIn co-founder Reid Hoffman to launch Investing in US, a fund that supports advocacy organizations dedicated to defeating the MAGA movement. The group discuss the campaign landscape and propose creative strategies for the coming election.2024-04-2557 minPolitics + Media 101Rachel Bitecofer: What's the Secret to a Winning Campaign?Justin and John sit down with political analyst Rachel Bitecofer. Rachel is the author of a new book titled Hit 'Em Where It Hurts, which offers advice for how Democrats can exploit negative partisanship to win in 2024.For more on the book, visit Rachel's website: https://www.hitemwhereithurts.com/2024-02-081h 07Politics + Media 101Yaroslav Trofimov: How Do Ukrainians See the War?Justin & John sit down with Yaroslav Trofimov, chief foreign-affairs correspondent at The Wall Street Journal. Yaroslav has covered wars and terrorism in Afghanistan, Pakistan, and Iraq, and now reports on a war in his own home country, Ukraine. Yaroslav's new book Our Enemies Will Vanish offers stories and lessons from the first year after Russia's massive escalation against the country.Buy the book here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/731521/our-enemies-will-vanish-by-yaroslav-trofimov/2024-01-1850 minPolitics + Media 101Michael J. Gerhardt: Does Congress Use Impeachment as the Framers Intended?To learn more about presidential impeachment, Justin and John sit down with Professor Michael J. Gerhardt, the leading scholar of American impeachment law. Gerhardt appeared as an expert witness in the impeachments of both President Trump and President Clinton, and he recently appeared as a witness in the impeachment inquiry of President Biden.Gerhardt is the author of many books on impeachment. His latest book on the subject, The Law of Presidential Impeachment: A Guide for the Engaged Citizen was released on January 9th, 2024. Find the book at the link below.https://nyupress.org/9781479824694/the-law-of-presidential-impeachment/2024-01-1055 minPolitics + Media 101Aaron Rupar: What's the Outlook for Trump and Biden in 2024?Journalist Aaron Rupar joins Justin and John to discuss President Biden's accomplishments, Trump's legal troubles and what to expect in 2024. If this conversation interests you, please check out Aaron's newsletter Public Notice here: https://www.publicnotice.co/2024-01-0459 minPolitics + Media 101What Changes Will Javier Milei Bring to Argentina?On Sunday, December 10th, Argentina inaugurated a new president, the eccentric "anarcho-capitalist" Javier Milei. To learn about this new chapter in South American history, Justin and John sit down with Ariel González Levaggi, an academic at the Pontifical Catholic University of Argentina and senior associate at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS).Ariel describes Argentina's journey from a global economic powerhouse to a stagnant, indebted nation, explaining why voters have turned to the colorful Milei for radical solutions. He also offers some commentary on Venezuela's threats to invade Guyana in the north of the c...2023-12-131h 00Politics + Media 101NYT's Astead Herndon: What Role Will Kamala Harris Play in the 2024 Campaign?Justin and John sit down with Astead Herdon, national politics reporter for The New York Times and host of the podcast “The Run-Up.” Astead recently published a major profile of Kamala Harris, including an exclusive interview he conducted with the vice president herself. With the PM101 team, he discusses his reporting on Harris, describing her difficulty building a national public persona despite her successful career as a prosecutor in California.Find more of Astead's work here: https://www.nytimes.com/by/astead-w-herndon2023-12-0659 minPolitics + Media 101How Has the Media Reshaped Politics? Part 1 with Beyond PoliticsIn a special crossover episode, Justin and John sit down for a wide-ranging conversation with the hosts of Beyond Politics, Paul Hodes and Matt Robison. Paul is a former U.S. Congressman who represented Justin and John's home district in New Hampshire. Matt is a senior political strategist who served as Paul's chief of staff. Together, the group talk about the changes to the American political system that they've observed over their careers, with shifts in media and technology dramatically reshaping how the public understand and respond to news events.For Part 2 of this discussion, l...2023-11-221h 04Politics + Media 101Diplomat Aaron David Miller: What Comes Next for Israel and Gaza?A month into the devastating war between Israel and Hamas, Justin and John sit down with diplomat and analyst Aaron David Miller. An expert on the Israeli-Palestinian conflict, Aaron spent 25 years at the U.S. State Department advising Republican and Democratic secretaries of state on Middle East policy.Aaron describes how the horrific terror attacks on October 7th have affected Israel, how Israel and the United States perceive the increasing criticism of civilian deaths in Gaza, and how the conflict may unfold in both the immediate and long term.Find more of Aaron's analysis at...2023-11-1550 minPolitics + Media 101WSJ's Sadanand Dhume: Does a Feud with Canada Spoil India's Western Ties?India and Canada are engaged in a heated diplomatic dispute after Canadian Prime Minister Justin Trudeau accused the Indian government of planning the killing of a Canadian citizen, Hardeep Singh Nijjar, near Vancouver. Indian officials deny the allegation and accuse Canada of harboring terrorists affiliated with the secessionist Khalistan movement.To discuss these events, John sits down with Sadanand Dhume, Wall Street Journal columnist and fellow at the American Enterprise Institute. Sadanand describes the perspectives of different players and assesses how the feud might affect India's standing in Western capitals.Read more from Sadanand here: h...2023-11-0858 minPolitics + Media 101Will Saudi Arabia and Israel Normalize Relations?Justin and John discuss the efforts to normalize relations between Saudi Arabia and Israel. The two countries have been moving steadily towards strategic convergence, but Saudi Crown Prince Mohammed bin Salman has requested major concessions from the United States before formally establishing ties. John explains the Saudi approach and the reasons that American political figures - including Joe Biden, Donald Trump, and Jared Kushner - have treated the issue as a priority.2023-10-031h 06Politics + Media 101Will Matt Gaetz Force a Government Shutdown?Justin and John discuss the drama on Capitol Hill over government funding, as Speaker Kevin McCarthy works to avoid a government shutdown. McCarthy faces intransigence from renegade members in his own Republican caucus, including media lightning rod Matt Gaetz. Justin Higgins, a veteran of GOP congressional offices, explains the dysfunction engulfing the Republican faction.2023-09-261h 09Politics + Media 101Should There Be an Age Limit for Powerful Politicians?After recent health scares for Senator Mitch McConnell, Justin and John discuss the difficult issues of age and health in political leaders. Senators Dianne Feinstein and Chuck Grassley are often criticized for delaying retirement, as is President Joe Biden. Justin recalls his experiences working with the office of Senator Thad Cochran, a powerful Senator who handed his responsibilities to his staff when his health declined. John offers some international comparisons, noting the trend of young leaders in Europe and elderly leaders in Africa.2023-09-071h 04Politics + Media 101GOP Debate: How do Justin and John Rank the Candidates?After the first Republican primary debate, Justin and John try ranking the candidates according to their performances. Burgum, Christie, DeSantis, Haley, Hutchinson, Pence, Ramaswamy, and Scott are each evaluated, with Donald Trump looming outside the field.2023-08-291h 12Politics + Media 101The Athletic's Evan Drellich: Has Baseball Become Popular Again?Justin and John sit with Evan Drellich, senior writer at The Athletic. The group discuss baseball's major changes to game rules, assessing whether the sport can regain its place as the most popular pastime in American culture. Despite momentum with attendance and ratings, baseball faces challenges in a fragmented media system.Evan is the author of Winning Fixes Everything, a recent book about the Houston Astros cheating scandal. His articles for The Athletic can be found here: https://theathletic.com/author/evan-drellich/2023-08-241h 03Politics + Media 101Katie Notopoulos: Can Zuckerberg's Threads Overtake Musk's Twitter?Justin and John sit down with technology reporter Katie Notopolous to discuss the new app Threads, launched in July by Mark Zuckerberg's Meta. The app seeks to supplant Twitter, now owned by Elon Musk, as the leading platform for microblogging and text-based social media. Katie gives her assessment of the new app's strengths and weaknesses, addresses the rivalry between the two enigmatic founders, and offers her thoughts about the shape of the digital industries today.2023-07-2553 minPolitics + Media 101Will China Invade Taiwan by 2027? With Tingting Liu of TVBSJustin discusses China’s military ambitions and 2027 timeline, and how Taiwan and the US are responding with Tingting Liu of TVBS.This is the second part of their discussion on Taiwan. 2023-07-2054 minPolitics + Media 101The Daily Beast's Matt Lewis on Filthy Rich Politicians and Legalized Political CorruptionThe Daily Beast's Matt Lewis sits down with John and Justin to discuss his new book, Filthy Rich Politicians. Matt explains how politicians get rich through leveraging their position as elected officials -- legalized corruptions of sorts, including book deals and stock trading. Matt examines Marjorie Taylor Greene, Alexandria Ocasio Cortez, and many more politicians in this interview. You can buy Matt's book here: https://www.centerstreet.blog/filthy-rich-politicians 2023-07-1857 minPolitics + Media 101The End of Marjorie Taylor Greene and the House Freedom Caucus?Justin and John discuss the recent discord in the House Freedom Caucus, as members move to punish Marjorie Taylor Greene for embracing GOP Speaker Kevin McCarthy. The Republican conference may move to oust McCarthy from leadership before the end of the year.The pair then discuss the differences in leadership style between Republicans and Democrats. They also offer first thoughts on the new Meta app Threads, launched to rival Twitter.2023-07-131h 06Politics + Media 101Taiwan's 2024 Presidential Election and Me Too Movement with Tingting Liu of TVBSJustin sits down with Tingting Liu, News Anchor, Foreign affairs and military correspondent for TVBS to discuss Taiwan's domestic politics ahead of the 2024 Presidential election. Tingting provides analysis on how the three leading political parties approach the cross-straight relations (Taiwan - China), the ongoing Me Too movement on the island, and what we should look forward to during the next six months of the campaign. Follow Tingting on Twitter here: https://twitter.com/tingtingliuTVBS?s=20 2023-07-1144 minPolitics + Media 101Greg Poling of CSIS: Is the US or China Winning the Argument on Asia-Pacific Defense?Justin and John sit down with Gregory B. Poling, director of the Southeast Asia Program and Asia Maritime Transparency Initiative at the Center for Strategic and International Studies.Greg recently returned from the Shangri-La Dialogue, a defense forum held in Singapore and attended by the United States, China, and other key players in the Asia-Pacific. He describes the arguments made in the American and Chinese presentations and assesses how they were perceived by crucial Southeast Asian states. More from Greg here: https://www.csis.org/people/gregory-b-poling2023-06-2244 minPolitics + Media 101Meg James of LA Times: What's Behind the Chaos at CNN?After an explosive expose, CNN's CEO Chris Licht was fired by his bosses at Warner Bros Discovery. This came after a year of disappointing ratings and head-scratching programming decisions.Justin and John sit down with Meg James, senior entertainment industry writer for the Los Angeles Times. Meg helps explain the crisis at CNN, based on her own reporting from the company. They also discuss the macro forces threatening the very existence of cable news.Read more from Meg here: https://www.latimes.com/people/meg-james2023-06-201h 00Politics + Media 101What Does the PGA-LIV Deal Say About U.S.-Saudi Relations?Justin and John discuss the surprise deal reached between the PGA Tour and the Saudi Public Investment Fund (PIF), who had backed the upstart rival LIV Tour. John draws on his experience working on public investment projects in the Arab Gulf States.2023-06-1352 minPolitics + Media 101Was Ron DeSantis Smart to Launch his Campaign on Twitter Spaces?Justin and John discuss Ron DeSantis's presidential campaign launch, which was held on Twitter Spaces with Elon Musk and David Sacks. The PM101 hosts draw on their extensive experience in social audio to critique the unusual launch event.2023-06-071h 06Politics + Media 101The CNN Town Hall -- How The Media Covers TrumpIn this episode, John and Justin breakdown former President Trump's recent CNN townhall, how the media approaches Trump and more.2023-05-251h 05Politics + Media 101Trump's Indictment, Budweiser Controversy: Do Public Figures Need to Respond?Justin and John address two media controversies that unfolded in previous weeks, Donald Trump's indictment on 34 criminal counts by New York District Attorney Alvin Bragg and the social media boycott of beer brand Bud Lite. They discuss how public figures have responded to these stories and whether wading in these controversies is truly necessary.2023-04-261h 07Politics + Media 101Brookings Institution's Aaron Klein: Why Did Silicon Valley Bank Fail?In this episode John and Justin discuss Silicon Valley Bank and the state of the US banking system with Aaron Klein, the Brookings Institution's Miriam K. Carliner Chair and senior fellow in Economic Studies. This discussion also gets into the Biden Administration's response and what policymakers and regulators must do in the future to ensure a strong US banking system.2023-04-0654 minPolitics + Media 101Amir Tibon of Haaretz: Why Are Israelis Protesting Netanyahu's Government?Justin and John sit down with Amir Tibon, a journalist at Israel's Haaretz newspaper. Amir explains the controversial proposals for judicial reform that have sparked the largest protest movement in recent Israeli history. With Israeli democracy in a precarious position, Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu faces unprecedented international criticism, including from crucial security partners such as the United States.Read more from Amir: https://www.haaretz.com/ty-WRITER/0000017f-da25-d42c-afff-dff77f0200002023-03-1659 minPolitics + Media 101Shadi Hamid: What Happens When Democracy Produces Illiberal Outcomes?Justin and John sit down with Shadi Hamid, author of The Problem of Democracy. Shadi's book explores the "democracy dilemma," the challenge of accepting democratic outcomes that may be illiberal or alarming but win public support. He explains how the experience of the Egyptian Revolution informs his concern that elites are often unwilling to allow religiously conservative voters a chance to determine public policy. The group discuss "liberal backstops" on democracy and when those may be appropriate to protect social pluralism.Shadi is a senior fellow at the Brookings Institution, contributing writer at The Atlantic, research professor o...2023-03-141h 01Politics + Media 101Catrina Doxsee of CSIS: How Dangerous is Russia's Wagner Group?With the deadly mercenary organization Wagner Group playing a key role in the Ukraine war, Justin and John sit down with Catrina Doxsee, associate director and associate fellow for the Transnational Threats Project at the Center for Strategic and International Studies (CSIS).Catrina explains Wagner's opaque structure and murky dealings in countries from Mali and Madagascar to Ukraine. She describes the rise of Yevgeny Prigozhin from a restaurant owner to global mass murderer, evaluating his ties to Vladmir Putin and his agenda in openly mocking Russia's military elite.More from Catrina here: https://www.csis...2023-03-0955 minPolitics + Media 101Jen Brick Murtazashvili: Are Central Asian Countries Shifting Away From Russia?After U.S. Secretary of State Antony Blinken's visits to Kazakhstan and Uzbekistan, Justin and John sit down with Jennifer Brick Murtazashvili, a professor at the University of Pittsburgh and an expert on Central Asia.Jen describes Central Asia's rich history and dynamic politics, noting the efforts of regional leaders to move beyond the Soviet legacy and build a globally-connected future. Though Central Asian countries have refused to support Russia's aggression against Ukraine, the United States has a limited ability to influence events in the region.More from Jen here: https://www.murtazashvili.org/2023-03-0753 minPolitics + Media 101Why is Nikki Haley Running for President, and Can She Win?Justin and John discuss the newly-announced candidacy of Nikki Haley for U.S. President. The former governor of South Carolina, Haley enters the Republican Party primary with little support and record of conflicting statements on key issues. Still, her successful record in electoral politics and unique biographical narrative are assets in a competitive race.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2023-02-281h 03Politics + Media 101Rep. Don Bacon (R-NE): How Much Support Should the U.S. Provide to Ukraine?As we approach the one-year anniversary of Russia's full-scale invasion of Ukraine, Justin sits down with Congressman Don Bacon, a decorated Air Force veteran who represents Nebraska's 2nd District in the U.S. House.Congressman Bacon makes a case for robust U.S. support for Ukraine. He comments on divisions within the Republican Party on this topic, providing insight into how the new House majority will approach governing.More from Congressman Bacon here: https://bacon.house.gov/news/2023-02-2350 minPolitics + Media 101Diplomat Aaron David Miller: Are Israel and Palestine on the Brink of Another War?Justin and John sit down with Aaron David Miller, a senior fellow at the Carnegie Endowment for International Peace who served for 24 years as a U.S. diplomat.The group discuss the twin crises unfolding as Israel inaugurates a new right-wing government: heightening tensions over West Bank settlements and a controversial proposal for judicial reforms. Aaron assesses the roles of the United States and other powers amid fears of renewed violence and anti-democratic drift.Find more from Aaron here: https://carnegieendowment.org/experts/17442023-02-211h 02Politics + Media 101Will Attacks on Medicare and Social Security Doom the GOP?Justin and John discuss the recent controversies over the Republican positions towards popular entitlement programs. New debates around Medicare and Social Security, longstanding fault lines in American politics, were sparked by a dispute at President Biden's State of the Union address and comments from Senator Rick Scott.The two also discuss the sudden uptick in flying objects shot down by U.S. armed forces, including the infamous Chinese balloon.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2023-02-161h 08Politics + Media 101Max Bergmann of CSIS: What Risks Does the West Face from Escalation in Ukraine?Justin and John sit down with Max Bergmann, director of the Europe Program at CSIS. Max joins after weeks of controversy over German and American provision of tanks to Ukraine. The group discuss whether arms provisions will continue, whether Russia considers this an "escalation," and what the consequences of that could be. They also address Turkey's moves to block the accession of Sweden to NATO, the state of populist politics on the European continent, and how European leaders view Joe Biden's performance as U.S. president.Read more from Max here: https://www.csis.org/people/max-bergmann2023-02-141h 03Politics + Media 101USA Today's Nancy Armour: Why is the NFL So Important to Americans?Ahead of the Super Bowl, Sports columnist Nancy Armour joins Justin and John to discuss the irreplaceable role of the NFL in American life. Football may be the only universally popular cultural product remaining, but it is not without controversies. The group address player advocacy, ownership responsibility, and the differences between the NFL and other sports leagues like the MLB and NBA.Read Nancy's work here: https://www.usatoday.com/staff/2646753001/nancy-armour/2023-02-0955 minPolitics + Media 101Noah Smith on the Tech Industry Bubble and U.S.-China CompetitionColumnist Noah Smith joins Justin and John to discuss major issues in the global economy. They address the current challenges in the technology sector, which Noah characterizes as a popping bubble. Noah also advocates for a strong distrust of China in a new phase of U.S. strategic competition.Read Noah's work at noahpinion.substack.com.2023-02-071h 06Politics + Media 101Elie Honig of CNN: How Trump and Other Powerful People Get Away with CrimesElie Honig joins Justin and John to discuss developments in criminal probes of Donald Trump, as well as his new book Untouchable: How Powerful People Get Away with It. Elie draws on two decades of experience as a prosecutor, offering personal insight into prominent culprits and their approach to the legal system.In the discussion, Elie details how mafia bosses, Harvey Weinstein, Jeffrey Epstein, Donald Trump, and others benefit from expensive lawyers, careful treatment, and the privileges of a public profile.Buy the book here: https://www.harpercollins.com/products/untouchable-elie-honig?variant=404408595579222023-02-0247 minPolitics + Media 101Will a U.S. Debt Default Have Catastrophic Consequences? With AEI's Michael R. StrainJustin and John sit down with Michael R. Strain, director of Economic Policy Studies and the Arthur F. Burns Scholar in Political Economy at the American Enterprise Institute. Michael assesses the COVID stimulus packages and their impact on inflation, addressing the direct cash payments and criticizing the popular concept of UBI. He explains why the national debt matters for U.S. interests and describes the likely consequences of a U.S. debt default.Read more from Michael here: https://www.aei.org/profile/michael-r-strain/2023-01-3156 minPolitics + Media 101The Week in News: Mass Shootings, Tanks to Ukraine, Oscar NominationsJustin and John sit down to discuss the week's headlines. Topics include the string of high-profile shootings in the United States and Germany's move to send Leopard tanks to Ukraine. The hosts also take time to discuss the Academy Award nominations, drawing on John's professional and academic connections to the entertainment industry.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2023-01-271h 15Politics + Media 101Is Right-Wing Media Poisoning the GOP? With Matt K. Lewis of The Daily BeastJustin and John sit down with conservative columnist Matt K. Lewis of The Daily Beast. Matt shares stories of his encounters with right-wing media figures over the years, from Ben Shapiro to Tucker Carlson to Alex Jones. The group discuss the impact those personalities have on the Republican Party, and whether the American right can be fairly described as "conservative" anymore.Read Matt's column: https://www.thedailybeast.com/author/matt-lewisListen to Matt's podcast: https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/matt-lewis-and-the-news/id429212951Buy Matt's book: https://www.amazon.com/Too-Dumb-Fail-Party-Reagan/dp/03163839292023-01-241h 09Politics + Media 101Chaos in Aviation and Buttigieg Response: Politico's Oriana PawlykPolitico aviation reporter Oriana Pawlyk joins Justin and John to discuss recent disruptions for U.S. airlines, including mass flight cancellations and an emergency grounding by the FAA. What are the major challenges facing airlines and travellers, and has Secretary Pete Buttigieg adequately responded to transportation crisis?Read more from Oriana here: https://www.politico.com/staff/oriana-pawlyk2023-01-2054 minPolitics + Media 101Chavez, Maduro, and Venezuela's Crisis, with William NeumanJustin and John are joined by William Neuman, the former Andes Region Bureau Chief for The New York Times. Reporting for years from Caracas, William witnessed Venezuela descend from an economic powerhouse into one of the world's poorest countries. He explains the causes of this crisis and the opportunity to change course, as the U.S. considers ending its punitive sanctions.William Neuman is the author of Things Are Never So Bad That They Can't Get Worse. Buy it here: https://us.macmillan.com/books/9781250266163/thingsareneversobadthattheycantgetworse2023-01-181h 26Politics + Media 101The Hill's Emily Brooks: Kevin McCarthy’s Victory and What to Expect in the Next CongressWith a chaotic leadership fight finally concluded, Justin and John sit down with reporter Emily Brooks to discuss the Congressional term ahead. Will Kevin McCarthy and the Republicans force a U.S. default over the debt ceiling? Will they focus on investigations, or are there areas for new bipartisan legislation? Listen to find out.Read Emily's work here: https://thehill.com/author/emily-brooks/2023-01-1258 minPolitics + Media 101Speakership Deadlock: Is the GOP House Ungovernable?Justin and John discuss the congressional standoff over Kevin McCarthy's bid to become House Speaker. They assess the motives and tactics of key members, drawing on Justin's experience working for a right-wing Republican congressman.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2023-01-061h 19Politics + Media 101Kevin McCarthy and the House Speakership BattleJustin and John discuss the political fight in the Republican House Conference as members attempt to select the next House Speaker. Drawing on Justin's experiences working for a right-wing congressman, they assess the current state of the GOP caucus and its characters, including Kevin McCarthy, Matt Gaetz, Marjorie Taylor Greene, and Steve Scalise.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-12-231h 10Politics + Media 101Qatar and the World CupAfter John returns from attending the World Cup in Qatar, he joins Justin to discuss the country and its role in global affairs. Labour issues, tournament controversies, and diplomatic strategy are among the topics of conversation.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-12-161h 25Politics + Media 101Parker Molloy: What Do the Media Get Right and Wrong?Justin hosts writer Parker Molloy for a conversation about the American news media. They discuss the state of cable news, print outlets, and digital distribution platforms. Should we listen to columnists and commentators for any reason at all? What is 'bothsidesism'?Read Parker here: https://www.readtpa.com/Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-12-131h 26Politics + Media 101Elon Musk's Purchase of Twitter with Andrew Lawrence of Media MattersAndrew Lawrence (Twitter Account) of Media Matters joins Justin to discuss Elon Musk's purchase of Twitter, how the platform has changed, and whether or not it will survive. Please remember to rate and subscribe to the show! Check out our website here: pm101.live2022-12-081h 17Politics + Media 101Chris Stirewalt: How Should the Media Talk About Elections?Justin and John are joined by Chris Stirewalt, former Fox News political commentator and current editor at NewsNation and The Dispatch. Chris offers his election analysis, discusses media approaches to political discourse, and describes his experience testifying for the January 6th Committee.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-11-2259 minPolitics + Media 101Will Donald Trump Be the 2024 Republican Nominee? Justin and John DebateAs Donald Trump announces a presidential campaign in the wake of insurrection and electoral defeat, Justin and John debate whether Trump can effectively stage a comeback. Justin believes that Trump's cultish support is strong enough to dominate a GOP primary, while John believes that exhaustion and institutional factors will limit his potential.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-11-171h 16Politics + Media 101Has China's Global Power Already Peaked?Justin and John host Scott Kennedy, senior adviser and Trustee Chair in Chinese Business and Economics at the Center for Strategic and International Studies. They discuss an isolated China beset by domestic challenges and a confronted by a rejuvenated Western alliance.Topics include the Chinese Communist Party Congress, zero-COVID policies, semiconductor bans, tension over Taiwan, The Belt and Road Initiative, and paths forward for the U.S.-China economic relationship.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-11-151h 07Politics + Media 101ELECTION REACTION: Democrats Overperform in House, Senate RacesJustin and John discuss the 2022 election results, noting the success of Democratic candidates in key races. They address the struggle of many Republican candidates to connect with ordinary voters and the bleak political outlook for the MAGA movement.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-11-111h 23Politics + Media 101ELECTION SPECIAL: AJC's Greg Bluestein Explains GeorgiaJustin and John are joined by Greg Bluestein of The Atlanta Journal-Constitution. Greg is a leading expert on politics in the state of Georgia, even serving as moderator for the governor debate. Just in time for election day, Greg breaks down that race between Stacey Abrams and Brian Kemp, along with the U.S. Senate race between Herschel Walker and Raphael Warnock.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.And please buy Greg’s book here: Flipped: How Georgia Turned Purple and Broke the Monopoly on Republican Power2022-11-081h 00Politics + Media 101Top Dem Strategist Lis Smith Talks 2022 Elections, Democrats' ChancesJustin and John are joined by Lis Smith, senior advisor to Pete Buttigieg's presidential campaign. She offers her take on Tim Ryan, John Fetterman, Kathy Hochul, Andrew Yang, and more, discussing what Democrats are doing right and wrong.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.Purchase Lis’s book here: https://www.amazon.com/Any-Given-Tuesday-Political-Story/dp/00630843922022-11-0352 minPolitics + Media 101A Call for Diplomacy in Ukraine CollapsesJustin and John discuss the controversy over a letter from the Congressional Progressive Caucus, which called for direct diplomatic engagement between the U.S. and Russia.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-11-0158 minPolitics + Media 101Analysis of John Fetterman and the Pennsylvania Senate DebateJustin and John assess the U.S. Senate debate between John Fetterman and Dr. Mehmet Oz. They discuss the relevance of Fetterman's stroke and comment on the media approach to debate analysis.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-10-2855 minPolitics + Media 101The Fall of UK Prime Minister Liz Truss and a Preview of 2022 US ElectionsJohn and Justin discuss the fall of U.K. Prime Minister Liz Truss and the collapse of support for her Conservative Party. They look ahead to the November U.S. elections, assessing campaign strategies and evaluating party leadership.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-10-251h 09Politics + Media 101U.S. Military Aid: Can Ukraine Defeat Putin and Russia?Colonel Mark Cancian joins Justin and John to discuss the Ukraine war. Mark evaluates the scope and impact of U.S. support. The group also address Ukraine's counter-offensive, Russia's mobilization, and Putin's nuclear threats.Mark is a Senior Advisor at the Center for Strategic & International Studies. Read more of his commentary here: https://www.csis.org/people/mark-f-cancianSubscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-10-1351 minPolitics + Media 101Richard Helppie: Healthcare, PartisanshipJustin and John are joined by Richard Helppie, host of the Common Bridge podcast. Richard proposes an idea for universal health insurance and shares his views on U.S. partisan politics.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-10-1159 minPolitics + Media 101Enoh T. Ebong: Trade, Development, and American JobsJustin sits down with Enoh T. Ebong, Director of the United States Trade and Development Agency (USTDA). Director Ebong explains the role of the agency in development finance and how it impacts American competitiveness.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-10-061h 14Politics + Media 1012022 Midterms - New Hampshire: The Secular, Libertarian Swing StateJustin and John sit down with James Pindell, a Boston Globe reporter who's spent two decades reporting on New Hampshire politics. The Granite State possesses many unique political characteristics and is the birthplace of both PM101 hosts.Read James's bylines here: https://www.bostonglobe.com/about/staff-list/staff/james-pindellSubscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-10-0453 minPolitics + Media 101Should People Own Guns?Justin and John are joined by Richard Helppie, host of the Common Bridge podcast. They discuss whether there is social utility in civilian firearm possession.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-09-2950 minPolitics + Media 101Monarchy in the 21st Century; Trump's Criminal ExposureJustin and John welcome listeners to a new season of PM101. They discuss the place of constitutional monarchies after the death of Queen Elizabeth II. Finally, they catch up on the criminal investigation engulfing Donald Trump.Subscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-09-2752 minPolitics + Media 101David Corn: "Psychosis" and the GOPAuthor and journalist David Corn joins Justin and John to discuss his new book American Psychosis. The book chronicles the history of the Republican Party and examines its varying relationship with extremism and paranoia.Order the book here: https://www.amazon.com/dp/1538723050/ref=chrt_bk_sd_nf_9_ci_lpSubscribe, rate, and review if you enjoyed the conversation.2022-09-221h 02Politics + Media 101How Effective are Russia Sanctions? Gerard DiPippo of CSISJustin and John are joined by Gerard DiPippo, senior fellow with the Economics Program at CSIS. A former intelligence officer focused on economic issues, Gerard assesses the U.S. sanctions strategy amid Russia's invasion of Ukraine.Find more of Gerard's analysis here: https://www.csis.org/people/gerard-dipippoSubscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.2022-09-1547 minPolitics + Media 101Does American Democracy Work?RepresentUs CEO Joshua Graham Lynn joins Justin and John to discuss America's democratic health. They address what campaign finance reform and ranked choice voting might mean for outcomes in the U.S. political system.Learn about RepresentUs here: https://represent.usSubscribe, rate, and review if you like what you heard.2022-08-1155 minPolitics + Media 101Shinzo Abe's Assassination and LegacyKen Moriyasu of Nikkei Asia joins Justin and John to discuss the death and legacy of Japan's longest serving prime minister. The group also discuss Japan's political system and relationships with other countries.Find Ken's bylines here: https://muckrack.com/kenmoriyasuSubscribe, rate, and review if you like what you heard.2022-08-0445 minPolitics + Media 101Congress, John Bolton, and This Week in NewsJohn Gunnison and Justin Higgins of Politics + Media 101 discuss policy movements in Congress, John Bolton's comment about supporting coups, and other topics in the news.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-07-1554 minPolitics + Media 101Women and the Pentagon: Dr. Kathleen McInnis of CSISJohn Gunnison and Justin Higgins of Politics + Media 101 interview Dr. Kathleen McInnis, Director of the Smart Women, Smart Power Initiative at CSIS, and former advisor to the U.S. Congress, U.S. Secretary of Defense, and U.K. Parliament on issues including NATO operations, nuclear weapons, and transatlantic relations.Listen to the Smart Women, Smart Power podcast here: https://bit.ly/3z1UGDZSubscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-07-1346 minPolitics + Media 101The Rise and Fall of Boris JohnsonJohn Gunnison and Justin Higgins of Politics + Media 101 discuss the rise and fall of U.K. politician Boris Johnson, following Johnson's announcement that he will step down as leader of the Conservative Party.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-07-1141 minPolitics + Media 101President Biden’s Trip to Saudi Arabia: Dr. Jon Alterman of CSISJustin Higgins and John Gunnison of Politics + Media 101 talk with Dr. Jon Alterman of CSIS about U.S.-Saudi relations and President Biden's upcoming visit.Listen to Dr. Alterman's podcast "Babel: Translating the Middle East" here: https://bit.ly/3yos6uXSubscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-07-0854 minPolitics + Media 101The January 6 Hearings: Cassidy Hutchinson and the InsurrectionJustin Higgins and John Gunnison of Politics + Media 101 discuss the January 6th Committee testimony of Cassidy Hutchinson, who worked as an assistant to President Trump's Chief of Staff Mark Meadows, and who was in the room with Meadows on January 6th as events were unfolding.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-07-011h 03Politics + Media 101Overturning Roe: The Impact of Abortion on 2022 Midterm ElectionsJustin Higgins and John Gunnison of Politics + Media 101 discuss the Supreme Court's decision overturning of Roe vs. Wade, its immediate impact across the United States, and its potential impact on the 2022 elections.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-06-291h 09Politics + Media 101Former President of Estonia Toomas Hendrik Ilves on Russia and UkraineJustin Higgins and John Gunnison of Politics + Media 101 interview Toomas Hendrik Ilves, the former President of Estonia, about European security, the EU, NATO, and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-06-2751 minPolitics + Media 101Gun Control Legislation and the 2022 Primaries: Emily Wilkins, Bloomberg Congressional ReporterJustin Higgins and John Gunnison of Politics + Media 101 interview Emily Wilkins, Bloomberg Government's Congressional Reporter, on ongoing gun control discussions in Congress, the 2022 primaries, and more.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-06-1759 minPolitics + Media 101The Impact of Overturning Roe v. Wade: Dahlia Lithwick of SlateJustin Higgins and John Gunnison of Politics + Media 101 interview Slate's Dahlia Lithwick about the impacts of repealing Roe vs. Wade and other topics.Hear Dahlia's podcast, "Amicus," here: https://apple.co/3QgLJgISubscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-06-1356 minPolitics + Media 101A Preview of the House January 6th HearingsJustin Higgins and John Gunnison discuss January 6th.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-06-1045 minPolitics + Media 101Can Europe Defend Itself? Max Bergmann, CSIS Europe Program DirectorJustin Higgins and John Gunnison of Politics + Media 101 interview Max Bergmann, Director of the CSIS Europe Program, on European security and Russia's invasion of Ukraine.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-06-0849 minPolitics + Media 101The Cost of Chaos: Trump's Foreign Policy with CNN National Security Analyst Peter BergenJustin Higgins and John Gunnison of Politics + Media 101 interview Peter Bergen, CNN National Security Analyst.Buy Peter's book “The Cost of Chaos: The Trump Administration and the World” here: https://amzn.to/3xfcb30Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-06-0340 minPolitics + Media 101Hurricanes, School Shootings, and Disasters with Harvard and CNN’s Juliette KayyemJustin Higgins and John Gunnison of Politics + Media 101 interview Juliette Kayyem, former U.S. Assistant Secretary of Homeland Security.Buy Juliette’s new book “The Devil Never Sleeps: Learning to Live in an Age of Disasters” here: https://amzn.to/3NJPglFSubscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-06-0145 minPolitics + Media 101Will Puerto Rico Become a State? George Laws, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Statehood CouncilJustin Higgins and John Gunnison of Politics + Media 101 interview George Laws, Executive Director of the Puerto Rico Statehood Council.Learn more about the Puerto Rico Statehood Council here: https://www.pr51st.com/pr51st/Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-05-3047 minPolitics + Media 101National Political Messaging in the 2022 ElectionsJustin Higgins and John Gunnison discuss national political messaging in the 2022 U.S. elections. Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live.2022-05-2755 minPolitics + Media 101U.S. Gun Policy and Gun Culture in the Age of Mass ShootingsJustin Higgins, Geoff Browning, and John Gunnison, the co-founders of Politics + Media 101, discuss the project, their favorite moments from past episodes, and U.S. gun policy and gun culture in the age of mass shootings.Find more (including how to join us live) at PM101.live or on Twitter at @PoliticsNMedia.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live2022-05-1853 minPolitics + Media 101The Fight for Ukraine’s Cities with John Spencer, Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at Madison Policy ForumA live audience interviews John Spencer, Chair of Urban Warfare Studies at the Modern War Institute at West Point, on urban warfare—from ancient times through today.Order John Spencer’s new book, Connected Soldiers, here: https://www.amazon.com/Connected-Soldiers-Leadership-Social-Connections/dp/1640125124/Find more (including how to join us live) at PM101.live or on Twitter at @PoliticsNMedia.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live2022-04-0655 minPolitics + Media 101The Oscars, Hollywood, and International Film with LA Times Critic Justin ChangA live audience interviews Justin Chang, film critic for the LA Times and NPR's Fresh Air, on the Oscars, the future of Hollywood, international film, and other topics.Find more (including how to join us live) at PM101.live or on Twitter at @PoliticsNMedia.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live2022-03-2543 minPolitics + Media 101Former Congressman Joe Walsh: Where Are the Political Parties Headed?Justin and John interview Joe Walsh, a former Republican member of Congress, primary challenger to President Trump, and host of White Flag with Joe Walsh, about current events and the state of politics in the United States.Listen to White Flag with Joe Walsh https://podcasts.apple.com/us/podcast/white-flag-with-joe-walsh/id1590913798Find more (including how to join us live) at PM101.live or on Twitter at @PoliticsNMedia.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice p...2022-03-0942 minPolitics + Media 101Russian Invasion: Bellingcat’s Eliot Higgins on False Flags; Rep. Sara Jacobs on SanctionsA live audience interviews Eliot Higgins, founder and pioneer of Bellingcat, and Congresswoman Sara Jacobs, a member of the House Foreign Affairs and Armed Services Committees, about the Russian invasion of Ukraine.Find more (including how to join us live) at PM101.live or on Twitter at @PoliticsNMedia.Subscribe, rate, and review if you like what you hear.Join our e-mail list for "best of" delivered directly to your inbox, twice per month, at PM101.live 2022-02-2356 minPolitics + Media 101CBS's John Dickerson on Politics, Journalism, and the Art of the InterviewA live audience interviews CBS' John Dickerson on modern journalism, politicians, and the art of the interview. Find more (including how to join us live) at PM101.live2021-10-1358 minPolitics + Media 101US Secretary of Defense Leon Panetta on Global ThreatsJustin Higgins, Geoff Browning, and a live audience interview Secretary Leon Panetta for the inaugural episode of Politics + Media 101. Find more (including how to join us live) at PM101.live.2021-09-011h 41