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Beyond PoliticsThe People Who Broke American Politics Are Finally LeavingTen years ago, a faction of Republicans set out to stop Donald Trump. They were right about nearly everything. And they failed.This week, Matt Robison is joined by writer and former Never Trump ghostwriter Melissa Amour for an inside look at why the movement failed, what she learned working behind the scenes, and what happens next as the Baby Boomer generation that shaped modern American politics begins to leave the stage.Along the way, Matt and Melissa discuss Trump's Iran deal, the collapse of traditional Republican opposition, Democratic branding problems, AI, Social Security, generational change, and whether Gen...
2026-06-1754 min
Beyond PoliticsTrump Says He Loves Inflation?!?Donald Trump says he loves inflation. Seriously. This week on Political Rehab, Matt Robison and Matt Wylie break down one of the strangest weeks of Trump's presidency as rising prices, a growing conflict with Iran, election conspiracy theories, media battles, and Trump's expanding sports empire all collide.The bigger question: is Trump betting against reality—and expecting voters to go along with it?In this episode:🔹 Trump responds to rising inflation with a shocking comment: "I love the inflation"🔹 The economic fallout from the Iran conflict and why Americans may soon feel it at the gas pump🔹 A major New York Ti...
2026-06-1432 min
Beyond PoliticsIs Trump Now Running Out of Minions?Trump's inner circle is shrinking, Republicans are showing signs of independence, and Democrats may be in a stronger position than most people realize heading into the 2026 midterms.In this episode of Political Rehab, Matt Robison and Matt Wylie break down the week's biggest political stories:🔹 Trump appoints Bill Pulte as Acting Director of National Intelligence despite no intelligence background🔹 George Santos, prediction markets, crypto, and "Casino Washington"🔹 The growing CBS / 60 Minutes controversy and what it says about media and power🔹 Trump's Iran negotiations continue to unravel as Congress begins pushing back🔹 The escalating AI arms race and whether Washington is already losi...
2026-06-0633 minBeyond Politics9 Months to Impact: Trump s Betrayal and America's Coming CrashDonald Trump promised lower prices and a stronger economy. Instead, Americans facing a devastating economic shock in the coming months. Matt Robison speaks with Anne Kim and Ira Shapiro, co-editors of Betrayed: America Didn't Vote for This, about the long-term consequences of Trump's second term, the damage to institutions, the rule of law, government competence, medical research, and democracy itself.Then Matt is joined by Lawrence Winnerman to discuss his blockbuster analysis of why rising energy costs, supply-chain disruptions, inflation pressures, and the AI economy may be setting the stage for a major economic downturn. They explore the hidden...
2026-06-031h 02
Beyond PoliticsTrump Is Losing Touch With RealityTrump’s Iran strategy is spiraling, Republicans are openly panicking, Senate confirmations are collapsing, and Donald Trump increasingly appears trapped inside an alternate reality built by loyalty, flattery, and political fear.In this episode of Political Rehab, Matt Robison and Matt Wylie break down:Trump’s chaotic Iran negotiationswhy Republicans fear the economic fallout is only beginningthe shocking Texas Senate result that could backfire on the GOPwhy Trump may no longer control the Senatethe growing questions surrounding Trump’s health and Walter Reed visitsthe increasingly surreal cabinet meetings and authoritarian-style praise ritualsthe Democratic Party autopsy and what Democrats actually need t...
2026-05-3035 minBeyond PoliticsThe Epstein Trump Russia Connection Nobody's Talking AboutWhat is Donald Trump really hiding in the Epstein files? Investigative journalist and author Greg Olear joins Matt Robison for a deep dive into the underreported connections between Jeffrey Epstein, Russian organized crime, intelligence agencies, dark money networks, and Donald Trump.Most people think the Epstein story is simply about sex trafficking. Greg argues it was much bigger than that: a sprawling global network involving money laundering, oligarchs, kompromat, intelligence operations, and some of the most powerful people in the world.Drawing from his explosive new book Another Wonderful Secret: Infrequently Asked Questions About Jeffrey Epstein, Olear explains why...
2026-05-2756 minBeyond PoliticsThe Democratic Party’s Identity Crisis (Bonus Episode)Why did Democrats really lose in 2024 — and why are they still struggling to reconnect with working-class voters? Political commentator and Substack writer Matt Robison joins Howard Monroe for a candid deep dive into the Democratic Party’s “autopsy,” the growing backlash to “woke” politics, trans sports controversies, immigration, media ecosystems, and the long-term branding crisis facing Democrats heading into 2028.Matt argues that Democrats face a deeper problem than messaging alone: voters increasingly see the party as disconnected from everyday concerns like inflation, immigration, fairness, and economic anxiety. Drawing on new polling from Pew, Blueprint, and other sources, Matt explain...
2026-05-2627 min
Beyond PoliticsRepublicans Are Starting to Panic About TrumpTrump’s corruption scandals are exploding, Republicans are panicking, gas prices are surging, Congress is rebelling over Iran, and even conservative insiders are warning this could become a political disaster for the GOP.In this episode of Political Rehab, Matt Robison and Matt Wylie break down:Trump’s $1.7 billion settlement slush fundThe hidden theory behind the payout schemeJeff Bezos and the collapse of media independenceWhy Republicans are privately terrified about the midtermsTrump’s sinking approval ratingsThe revenge tour against Massie, Cassidy, and CornynCongress finally pushing back on Trump’s Iran warThe end of Stephen Colbert and what it says about mo...
2026-05-2339 minBeyond PoliticsIs the Authoritarian Moment Starting to Crack?Is the global authoritarian wave finally starting to crack? Join Matt Robison and veteran international journalist Dan Perry — former Associated Press lead editor for Europe and the Middle East — for a major live conversation examining whether strongman politics around the world is finally colliding with reality.From Putin’s mounting problems in Ukraine… to Netanyahu’s growing political peril… to Xi Jinping’s economic pressures in China… to Donald Trump’s collapsing numbers in the United States… are authoritarian and populist movements beginning to hit a wall?Or are democracies simply entering a more unstable and fragmented era?In this episode:Ukraine...
2026-05-1955 min
Beyond PoliticsTrump Just Said the Worst Thing a President Can SayDid Donald Trump just make the biggest political gaffe of his career?This week on Political Rehab, Matt Robison and Matt Wylie break down Trump’s stunning “NOT EVEN A LITTLE” comment about Americans’ financial struggles — and why it may become the defining ad clip of the 2026 midterms. Plus: a five-alarm economy, Trump’s late-night meltdown spiral, the dangerous China summit, growing momentum for Ukraine, and what’s REALLY happening beneath the surface in the battle for Congress.🔥 Topics include:Trump says he doesn’t think about Americans’ financial strugglesInflation, gas prices, and why voters are furiousTrump’s late-night Truth Social meltdownCh...
2026-05-1639 min
Beyond Politics“Who’s Going to Stop Us?”Donald Trump keeps testing the limits — and more importantly, acting like there may not be any.This week on Political Rehab, Matt Robison and Matt Wylie break down the most important political stories hiding beneath the headlines: Trump-backed Republicans crushing dissent inside the GOP, ICE abuse reports and escalating mass deportation tactics, Mike Johnson’s collapsing House coalition, Kash Patel’s retaliation spiral at the FBI, profiteering around the Iran crisis, and the deep dive: why Trump’s third-term talk may be more dangerous than people realize.The question running through the whole episode: what happens when a political movement...
2026-05-0939 minBeyond PoliticsHow Trump's "Security Theater" Hides Real DangersTrump promised security. America spends trillions on defense, intelligence, surveillance, ICE, and homeland security — so why do we keep getting more chaos? [***APOLOGIZE FOR THE POSTING DELAY!***]In this episode, Matt Robison breaks down the shocking White House Correspondents’ Dinner security scare, the gap between security theater and real safety, massive Pentagon spending, cuts to healthcare and medical research, Palantir’s growing role in surveillance, and why Americans still feel less secure.Featuring physician and health policy expert Dr. Eric Lullove.👇 Subscribe to Worth Knowing with Matt Robison:https://www.youtube.com/@worthknowing-mattrobison👇 Read the Worth Knowing Substack:https://worthknowing...
2026-05-0159 min
Beyond PoliticsTrump’s Collapse Week: Cabinet Chaos, Congress Meltdown, Iran MessIn this episode of Political Rehab, Matt Robison and Matt Wylie break down the growing signs of strain inside Trumpworld: cabinet turmoil, congressional chaos, electoral setbacks, Iran confusion, corruption questions, and why all of these stories may point to one larger reality — a system under pressure and beginning to crack.We cover:🔥 Kash Patel controversy and what it says about the administration🔥 Cabinet firings, resignations, and internal disorder🔥 Congress in meltdown mode as scandals grow🔥 Redistricting backfires and the 2026 warning signs🔥 Trump’s Iran confusion and foreign policy chaos🔥 White House ballroom donor s...
2026-04-2437 minBeyond PoliticsSomething Has Shifted—Democrats Suddenly Have a Real ShotSomething has shifted in American politics — but how big is it?Matt Robison breaks down the warning signs that Democrats suddenly have a real shot heading into the 2026 midterms: polling movement, special election overperformance, Senate map changes, fundraising momentum, cracks inside Trump’s coalition, and rising Republican anxiety.Then Matt is joined by Republican strategist Matt Wylie and Democratic strategist Mark Bergman for an insider conversation about what both parties are seeing right now behind closed doors.Is this just temporary noise — or the early tremor before a political earthquake?👉 Subscribe to Worth...
2026-04-2159 min
Beyond PoliticsThey Know They’re Losing — And It Shows | Political RehabDonald Trump is picking fights with the Pope, the Federal Reserve, the courts — and it may all point to the same thing: they know they’re losing, and it shows.Today on Political Rehab Live, Matt Robison and Matt Wylie break down the growing signs of panic inside Trumpworld: JD Vance’s embarrassing empty-crowd speech, Republicans’ collapsing Senate map, Supreme Court retirement panic around Clarence Thomas and Samuel Alito, Trump’s bizarre AI Jesus controversy, and why the MAGA coalition may be cracking in real time.If you want sharp political analysis, strategy, media breakdowns, election f...
2026-04-1738 minBeyond PoliticsCan Truth Still Win? Glenn Kessler on Trump, Media, and Political LiesCan truth still win in American politics?Glenn Kessler spent years as The Washington Post’s lead fact-checker, tracking false claims, political spin, and misinformation from presidents, candidates, and Congress. In this must-watch conversation with Matt Robison, Kessler explains why he believes falsehoods are winning—and whether truth can still fight back.We discuss:• Why lies spread faster than facts• Donald Trump, media incentives, and political misinformation• Why fact-checking became easier to ignore• The biggest Trump lies and why they worked• How social media changed political reality• Whether journalism faile...
2026-04-1555 min
Beyond PoliticsRussia & Iran. The Most Underreported Story of the Year?Russia, Iran, U.S. troops, Donald Trump, JD Vance, and Marco Rubio are suddenly at the center of one of the most explosive national security questions in Washington: Is Russia helping Iran target American forces in the Middle East?New intelligence reporting suggests Moscow may be providing Iran with satellite-derived information that could help locate U.S. ships, aircraft, and troop positions. If true, it raises a stunning question: why isn’t this the biggest story in American politics right now?On this episode of Political Rehab, Democrat and former congressional staffer Matt Robison and Republican campaign strategist Matt Wy...
2026-03-1345 min
Beyond PoliticsTrump’s Iran War Is Breaking MAGA | Political RehabIs Trump’s Iran war triggering a MAGA meltdown?In this episode of Political Rehab, Matt Robison and Matt Wylie break down the political fallout from the escalating Iran conflict, Kristi Noem’s stunning downfall, and a growing Republican civil war that could reshape the GOP heading into the next election.🔥 Topics in today’s episode:• The politics behind Trump’s war with Iran• Why parts of the MAGA base are turning on Trump• Kristi Noem’s firing and the scandal surrounding DHS• The GOP’s internal war in Texas and the 2026 Senate map...
2026-03-0642 min
Beyond PoliticsIs Trump Firing Noem? Also GOP Chaos, Media Crisis & RFK's Dumb Video🚨 Is Trump About to Fire Kristi Noem? DHS Chaos, CBS Crisis & The “Board of Peace” Explained | Political Rehab. Is Trump preparing to fire Kristi Noem? Is DHS spiraling into chaos? And what exactly is Trump’s controversial new “Board of Peace” — diplomacy or political theater?In this week’s episode of Political Rehab, Matt Robison and Matt Wylie break down the biggest political developments shaping the headlines right now — and explain what they REALLY mean beyond the spin.From growing instability inside the Department of Homeland Security to escalating media battles, government shutdown drama, and rising t...
2026-02-2038 minBeyond PoliticsTrump Panicked_ Americans Outraged: How One Horrible Murder Changed EverythingMassive Political Shifts and Media Accountability with Matt Robison: ICE Tragedies and Trump's InfluenceJoin Matt Robison on the latest Worth Knowing livestream where he breaks down the monumental shifts in the political landscape following recent tragedies involving ICE. Ryan McConaughey, a Congressional Insider, returns to provide an insider's perspective on the dynamic changes inside Congress and among voters since last week. Mark Jacob, former editor of major Chicago newspapers, offers a deep dive into media coverage and its role in shaping public perception of ICE's actions in Minnesota. And Matt starts with a deep dive on three critical things...
2026-01-2756 minBeyond PoliticsVenezuela Sneak Attack: Hidden Reasons and What Now?Matt Robison (host of Worth Knowing) and Jonathan Larsen (creator and writer of The Fucking News) do a deep dive on the hidden reasons behind Donald Trump’s recent attack on Venezuela, based on Larsen’s reporting and analysis from his Substack. We break down why Trump ordered strikes in Venezuela and the operation that captured Nicolas Maduro — and what’s really driving all of this.📌 Jonathan Larsen brings decades of hard-earned political media experience: TFN creator and writer Jonathan Larsen co-created Up w/ Chris Hayes and wrote for Countdown with Keith Olbermann at MSNBC, helped launch CNN’s Anderson Coop...
2026-01-061h 02
Beyond PoliticsPolitical Rehab Episode One: Extreme Makeover, MTG EditionPolitical Rehab: Fixing Politics and Making It Fun In thispremiere episode of Political Rehab, hosts Matt Robison and Matt Wylie hit the horrible week that Trump never wanted, including the Epstein files release, Marjorie Taylor Greene's recent 180 degree turn, the giant "Wag the Dog" maneuver underway, and hit segments like "Trump Dump" and "That's Bullshit!" Our new show aims to make engaging with politicsenjoyable, informative, and awesome again. Listeners are encouraged to provide feedback and join the conversation on Substack.00:00 Introduction to Political Rehab03:20 Trump Dump: Weekly Grievances07:38 Epstein Files and Political Implications
2025-11-2137 minBeyond PoliticsTrump's Grip Is Falling Apart. So Why Are Dems Caught Shooting At Each Other?***NEW SHOW COMING FRIDAY! Subscribe to this pod and https://worthknowing.substack.com/***Trump’s Epstein Files Debacle and the Brewing Democratic Divide. Matt Robison discusses the latest twists in the Trump administration's handling of the Epstein files. Matt also provides insights into the broader implications of this scandal on Trump's political decline. The episode further explores the infighting within the Democratic Party, featuring a conversation with Michaeleen Crowell, former chief of staff to Bernie Sanders, about the party's challenges and potential solutions. AND Matt announces an exciting new show, 'Politics Rehab,' aimed at re-engaging the po...
2025-11-1859 minBeyond PoliticsWhat Did Trump Actually Get in Asia, And Dems Win Quiet Ohio Deal?***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** Election Day Insights and Policy Debates with Matt Robison and Dan Perry. We started with Ohio House Minority Leader Dani Isaacsohn on the deal he just helped broker on redistricting on Ohio. Was it Republicans getting away with more predatory gerrymandering, or a sneaky win for Democrats? Then, Dan Perry joined to ask was Trump’s big Asia trip and trade deal-a-palooza really just smoke? And we got into Zohran Mamdani, Dick Cheney, and whether Trump thinks people seeking asylum are actually from asylums.0:00 Introduction and Election Day Overv...
2025-11-051h 20Beyond PoliticsWhat AI is Doing to Politics is Way Wilder Than You Imagined***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/***This isn't just another breathless AI conversation. Cybersecurity expert Bruce Schneier joins host Matt Robison to discuss the truly transformative things that are not just on the horizon, but actually starting to happen today, as artificial intelligence bleeds into politics and government. They look at the hidden upsides for fixing many of our deepest problems, but also some of the staggering problems we could increasingly encounter. They explore some of surprising ways AI is already being used in opinion polls, political campaigns, and voter enga...
2025-10-1747 minBeyond PoliticsShutdown, Corruption, and Campaign Cash: What They Have in Common***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** With a shutdown looming, Democrats are in a desperate fight to make a stand against President Donald Trump's attack on the rule of law, not to mention his perceived political enemies, universities, law firms, science, and our health. Stanford political scientist and prolific Substack author Adam Bonica (https://data4democracy.substack.com/) joins political analyst Matt Robison (https://worthknowing.substack.com/) to talk about some of the common threads of the shutdown, corruption, and political campaigns. Are Democrats pursuing the right fight? What would a winning approach be? And how...
2025-09-3058 minBeyond PoliticsRepublican Political Consultant: Trump Is Not a Republican Anymore***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/***Matt Robison hits his conservative Republican friend Matt Wylie with the toughest question for Republicans right now: when is all of this too much? When do you have to start fighting your own party? Wylie's answer was... surprising. They also address the erosion of rights and liberties under Trump and the necessity for core conservative Republicans to reclaim their party.04:30 Trump's UN Speech and Its Implications09:17 The MAGA Base and Political Strategy15:46 Challenges Within the Republican Party27:26 Republican Party's Identity Crisis34:10 Trump's Authoritarian Moves37:10 Democrats' Stra...
2025-09-2653 minBeyond PoliticsIs the Trump Crisis Masking a Hidden Opportunity?***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** Is the Backlash the Beginning? Matt Robison is joined by author Greg Olear to discuss how blatant corruption and abuses of power by Donald Trump might be opening the door to the rise of a more focused opposition. From manipulating law enforcement to target his enemies, attacking free speech, financial corruption tied to his cabinet, the collapse of economic policy, and the erosion of U.S. soft power, the public's increasing disapproval of Trump might also mean an opportunity, if the nearly 50% of Americans who strongly disapprove of him can...
2025-09-2458 minBeyond PoliticsIs Donald Trump About to Ban This Show?***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** Navigating the Kirk Crackdown: Democracy, Protests, and Vengeance. The Kirk crackdown has started. The shock and outrage that President Donald Trump and his orbit felt after the killing of Charlie Kirk has transformed into an all-out attack on political opponents, media, and people who dare offer any criticism of the administration. Former Congressman, prosecutor, and Obama National Co-Chairman Paul Hodes and political analyst Matt Robison hit provocative questions like whether institutions made a fundamental mistake early in Trump's term that led to disaster; if Americans need an "I Am Spar...
2025-09-1759 minBeyond PoliticsSupreme Court Faces Critical Test: Will Our One Last Firewall Hold?**Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** The Judicial Branch Is Our Last Line of Defense Against Trump. Is It Holding?Join Matt Robison and legal expert Kim Wehle as they explore the judiciary's role in countering the unprecedented consolidation of power and abuse of the law by the Trump administration. Amid the collapse of checks from the executive and legislative branches, the conversation delves into whether the judicial branch can stand firm or if it's on the brink of collapse. This episode is a deep-dive into recent rulings, constitutional law, and the imperative for collective civi...
2025-09-0956 minBeyond PoliticsTrump's Health Decline Overshadows Foreign Policy Failures***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** The Complex Web of Trump's Global Mess: Unpacking the DamageThe focus starts on the potential for lasting damage from President Trump's mounting failures around the world. Matt Robison is joined by former AP Editor for Europe, Middle East, and Africa Dan Perry to break down the implications of the thorny relationship dynamics exposed at the Shanghai Cooperation Organization Summit, and the fallout from Trump's trade policies. But then, as Trump's press conference unfolds live while they were on air, the conversation turned to Trump's five-day disappearance and obvious health stru...
2025-09-031h 08Beyond PoliticsTrump Approval Crashing, Will He Surrender Ukraine To Cover It?***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** Trump's Erratic Moves: Political Games, Poll Numbers, and Global Stakes. Matt Robison and "Trumpland Diary" author Shane Almgren delve into Donald Trump's erratic maneuvers as his approval ratings hit record lows. They explore simpering dealings with Russia regarding Ukraine, his renewed push against mail-in voting, and various strategies aimed at maintaining Republican power. The discussion also touches on Trump's historical connections with Russian oligarchs. Worth Knowing Intern Nicholas Olbeter provides insights into voter behavior.01:19 Trump's Erratic Behavior and Ukraine Conflict03:44 Trump's Negotiation Tactics and Public Perception09:12 Media Reac...
2025-08-1954 minBeyond PoliticsHow Trump's Addiction to Made Up Reality Is Coming Back At Him***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/*** Trump's Economic Manipulations and Growing Distrust: A Conversation with Howard Monroe. In a special bonus episode of 'Beyond Politics,' Matt Robison joins Howard Monroe's talk show to dive into Donald Trump's manipulations of economic numbers, the ongoing Epstein controversy, and the broader implications of Trump's reality distortions on his MAGA base. Matt also touches on the potential fallout from Trump's actions on trust in government data and the real-world effects on people’s lives. Additionally, Matt previews his Substack 'Worth Knowing' and upcoming livestream guests guests including former DNC Ch...
2025-08-0827 minBeyond PoliticsThe Three Schisms That Will Determine the Future of AmericaRecent weeks have made deep-seated schisms in both parties explode to the surface. Whether the parties can figure out how to bridge them -- not to mention the larger chasm between the Democratic and Republican parties -- will determine what happens in the 2026 midterm elections and beyond. On the Democratic side, the split between mainline Democrats and progressives erupted after Zohran Mamdani's victory in the New York City mayoral primary. For the Republicans, the conflict pivots around Donald Trump's influence and the emerging tensions between traditional political conservatives and the MAGA faction.Matt Robison is joined by...
2025-06-271h 04Beyond PoliticsA New New Deal: How Democrats Can Get in the Driver's Seat Again***Please Subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/***Revitalizing the Democratic Party: A Path to Embracing Change. Matt Robison joins podcaster and former State Senator Burt Cohen to delve into what the Democratic Party must do to regain momentum and connect with voters, especially recapturing the theme of "change." The episode explores the historical and economic factors contributing to the current political climate, critiques the party’s strategies, and highlights the importance of addressing middle-class concerns such as healthcare, childcare, and housing costs. The discussion also touches on the Democratic Party's challenges with messaging, overreach in...
2025-06-1057 minBeyond PoliticsFinancial Market Turmoil: What Will Happen to Our Economy and Our Savings?***Please subscribe to Matt's Substack at https://worthknowing.substack.com/***Matt Robison brings on two top finance experts to dive into the recent financial turmoil and explore what business leaders are thinking, impacts on personal finances, and strategies for navigating uncertainty. Chris Hill, host of Money Unplugged ( www.moneyunpluggedpod.com), provides insights on market trends and the importance of cash reserves, while Mike Morton, host of Five Minute Finance (MortonFA.com), shares strategies for personal investing during volatile times. Key topics include the influence of major tech companies, the role of international investments, and the significance of...
2025-05-0534 minBeyond PoliticsNow that Trump is Flailing, What Should Democrats Do?Democrats' Strategy Amid Trump's Decline. In this episode of the Worth Knowing Live Stream, Matt Robison explores how we can be certain that the public tide has turned on Donald Trump, and what Democrats should do about it. Joined by David Pepper, former Chairman of the Democratic Party of Ohio, the conversation explores the implications of recent polling data that shows Trump's steep decline in favorability, the importance of state-level politics and the need for Democrats to compete in traditionally red areas to reshape their image and hold Republicans accountable.***Subscribe*** to Matt Robison's Substack: https://worthknowing...
2025-05-0249 minBeyond PoliticsThe Myth of Musk: How Elon Conned the WorldExposing the Myths: The Real Elon Musk and the Trump Connection. Matt Robison interviews Shane Almgren about his deep-dive article on the myths surrounding Elon Musk and their startling parallels to the story of Donald Trump. Drawing on extensive research, the conversation reveals Musk's history of leveraging others' ideas and resources, much like Trump, and discusses Musk's current feud with the Trump administration's pro-tariff forces. The discussion also touches upon Musk's ideological leanings towards the 'Dark Enlightenment' movement and his potential endgame. Subscribe to Matt Robison's Subtack: https://worthknowing.substack.com/Subscribe to Shane Almgren's...
2025-04-0837 minBeyond PoliticsIs There a MAGA Endgame? Actually There Are Now Three.***Subscribe for Free to Matt's New Substack***Exploring the End Game: Trump's Third Term and Hidden Agendas. Matt Robison and Howard Monroe delve into the potential end games of Donald Trump's administration and other hidden agendas influencing it. Building on his article published in Newsweek, they explore three possible end games within the MAGA movement. He and Howard Monroe discuss the feasibility of Trump serving a third term, the role of powerful figures like Elon Musk, and the disruptive agendas aimed at redefining U.S. government. Additionally, they explore the Democratic response to these challenges and strategies...
2025-04-0331 minBeyond PoliticsThere's Some Good News Here Democrats: Washington Monthly's Bill ScherMatt Robison talks to Washington Monthly Bill Scher about why amidst all the awful things happening under Donald Trump there is some good news, and a few things going better than people realize. We cover why the filibuster may be more beneficial to Democrats than commonly believed, why Chuck Schumer may have done ok on his government funding decision, and why the cratering popularity of JD Vance is a big deal. To keep up with all of Matt's work, subscribe at this link:https://substack.com/@mattrobison2?utm_campaign=unknown&utm_medium=web00:00 Introduction: Taking a Deep...
2025-04-0148 minBeyond PoliticsHow Fixing the News Could Help Fix Everything ElseThe Exhausting Chore of Engaging with the News and How We Can Fix It: Matt Robison discusses the increasing difficulty and demoralization of modern news consumption and its negative impact on America--including how it empowers Trump. Important Links: Newsweek article Matt's Substack Cliff's Substack00:00 Introduction: The Exhausting Chore of Getting the News00:39 The Vicious Cycle of News Consumption02:08 Exploring the Change Research Study04:09 The Impact of Avoiding the News08:47 Trust in Media and Institutions09:22 Potential Solutions and Media Examples13:52 Conclusion: Fixing Trust First16:39 Personal Reflections and Future Plans
2025-02-2518 minBeyond PoliticsDoes Musk Have a “Dark Glitch” Plan As His Ultimate Secret Weapon?Decoding Trump’s Secret Plan to Sabotage the Government:Matt Robison delves into the possibility of a covert Trump strategy to wipe out huge swaths of the government through a "glitch fix.'' Based on his article in Newsweek, available at: https://www.newsweek.com/will-trump-fix-glitch-win-his-war-government-opinion-2031305.If you want to give feedback on the show, you can email Matt directly at robisonmatt@gmail.com.00:00 Introduction: Trump's War on American Government01:38 Programming Note: Changes to the Show03:34 Office Space Analogy: Fixing the Glitch04:42 Elon Musk's Role: Government Efficiency07:43 Legal Implications: Trump's Executive Authority11:58 Conclusion: The Ongoing As...
2025-02-1915 minBeyond PoliticsHow Dems Can Beat the "Trump Onslaught"Democrats vs Trump's Tactics: How to Beat the Flood the Zone Strategy. Matt Robison, Matt Wylie, and Paul Hodes discuss how Democrats should respond to the outpouring of pronouncements and Executive Orders from Donald Trump's administration. Democrats may be falling into the trap that Trump's team intended--but it's not that hard to see it and stay out of it.
01:06 The Spending Freeze Saga
06:51 Democratic Exhaustion and Disengagement
10:45 Trump's Performative Politics
15:15 Immigration and the Bigger Picture
22:42 The TV Presidency: Trump's Media Strategy
27:56 Republican Opportunities and Challenges
36:19 The Chaos and Its Consequences
42:23 The Absurdity of Trump Loyalty
2025-01-3149 minBeyond PoliticsThe Trump Fallacy, AI, and Banning FraternitiesMatt Robison and radio legend Howard Monroe separate the real, subtle threats posed by artificial intelligence from the kinds of things we stress about in movies. Then: why Democrats need to avoid falling into the "Trump fallacy." And finally, an audio adaptation of Matt's most recent Newsweek column on why Congress needs to step in and ban fraternities and sororities on college campuses.
00:00 Introduction and Overview
03:00 Howard Monroe Radio Show: Health and Humor
06:43 The Real Danger of AI: Distorting Reality
13:16 Trump's Press Conference: World Domination or Bluster?
15:15 Navigating Trump's Statements: Picking Battles
29:12 Fraternities and Sororities: Time for a Ban
2025-01-1436 minBeyond PoliticsTrump is Beating Biden Right Now. Why That Probably Won't Last.How on earth is Trump beating Biden right now? It's the question that has baffled and enraged Democrats for months. And it's the question that Matt Robison tackled in his new article for Washington Monthly. Matt lays out one of the biggest reasons, something that analysts tend to overlook, and adds material that didn't make it into the article.
00:05 The Puzzling Popularity of Donald Trump
02:07 The Low Information Trap: Unpacking Voter Awareness
03:45 The Stark Contrast: Trump's Failures and Crimes
10:49 High vs. Low Information Voters: Bridging the Gap
17:48 The Impact...
2024-03-2028 minBeyond PoliticsNo, You're Not Taking Crazy Pills -- The Trump Story Is Really WrongMatt Robison and Paul Hodes join renowned radio host Matt McNeil to talk about how the media narrative is spinning Trump's results into political capita, the challenges facing Biden, and the curious political campaign of Dean Phillips.
00:42 Critique of Media's Role in Politics
02:25 Analysis of Trump's Performance in Iowa
03:12 Media's Misrepresentation of Trump's Success
06:29 Impact of Media Narrative on New Hampshire Polls
09:28 Understanding New Hampshire's Political Landscape
16:28 Discussion on Dean Phillips' Campaign
20:34 Analysis of Write-in Campaign for Biden
2024-01-1922 minBeyond PoliticsThe Most Important Number in Politics Right Now is 10Matt Robison joins Howard Monroe's radio program to explore Joe Biden's current position in the polls and whether it means he should drop out of the race. Matt argues that the answer is no, and because of the significance of the number 10. Also, are any of the judges in Trump's trials going to hold him accountable for breaking their courtroom rules, or even jail him?
00:17 Discussion on Joe Biden's Political State
02:04 Biden's Potential Replacement?
06:05 Why 10 is the Most Important Number in Politics
17:04 Will Trump Be Jailed for His...
2023-11-1324 minBeyond PoliticsBonus Episode: Matt's Newsweek Article on the Shameful New York Times IncidentMatt Robison joins radio host Matt McNeil to talk about his recent Newsweek article laying out the horrible sequence at the New York Times that may have cost the Times credibility, cost Israel support, and cost lives. The Times has now issued a non-apology apology, and the episode raises questions about what is driving mainstream media to behave this way, and what it will mean if they are falling prey to pressures from extreme voices that undermine their function in America.
2023-10-2421 minBeyond PoliticsChaos in the House: Will Dems Do a Deal to Save McCarthy?Kevin McCarthy maneuvering to try to save his speaker-ship against a Matt Gaetz-led charge to remove him after the surprise weekend deal for a continuing resolution that's keeping the government open. Democrats are trying to figure out whether can they cut a deal here to gain themselves more power and to get rid of this impeachment inquiry. Republicans are scrambling to figure out whether Gaetz actually has the votes to actually remove Kevin McCarthy? And is there an alternative if they do manage to get rid of them? Matt Robison and Cliff Schecter quickly hit all the key points...
2023-10-0218 minBeyond PoliticsHow to Shut Down Stupid Politics Myths, with Media Star Matt McNeilSo many myths and lies come out of political mouths these days (especially, let's face it, from the leader of a party whose name rhymes with "Bepublican") it's hard to keep track. Then, they get reported by willing journalists who act as stenographers. The result is a doom-scroll narrative that hurts Democrats' ability to win and Republicans who want to defeat Donald Trump. Veteran radio host Matt McNeil has Matt Robison on to talk about some of the biggest ones going right now, and how to debunk them. MORE MATT MCNEIL:
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2023-08-1318 min
Beyond PoliticsThe Agonizing Humiliation of Kevin McCarthy and What the GOP Meltdown MeansDemocrat and former Congressional staffer Matt Robison and conservative political consultant Alicia Preston unpack one of the wildest days in Congressional history and what it means. We hit questions like: what’s the scene usually like Congress on swearing in day? What is driving House Republicans' bizarre tantrums? Why the difference between McCarthy and McConnell? Do actually have a Congress right now? What does all this say about the Republican Party?And what’s going to happen next?
2023-01-0452 min
Beyond PoliticsEmergency Pod: Sinema Bolts, What Do Dems Do NowArizona Senator Kyrsten Sinema's decision to leave the Democratic Party made Kari Lake jump for joy. But is it really huge news for Republicans? Former Biden admaker Cliff Schecter and former Dem congressional staffer Matt Robison run down the biggest questions and threats, and discuss what Dems need to do next on an emergency Beyond Politics mini podcast.
2022-12-0920 min
Beyond PoliticsBig Black Friday, China Repercussions, and A Huge Hollywood Reboot at DisneyMatt Robison and Chris Hill of Motley Fool Money tackle:
Black Friday/Cyber Monday – A record $9 billion in sales on Black Friday! It’s encouraging, with one caveat: the percentage of purchases bought with a “buy now, pay later” plan is very much on the rise.
China protests – Everyone has something in their home made in China. From manufacturing to U.S. businesses with expanding operations in China (e.g., McDonald’s, Starbucks, Yum Brands) these protests affect American businesses (and not in a good way).
CEO 2: The Return of Bob Iger! – Just….wow. Four months af...
2022-11-3024 min
Beyond PoliticsThe Huge Part of the Midterms You Haven't Heard AboutIn 1984, Ronald Reagan won a landslide re-election as President on a message of economic recovery, despite prices and unemployment being higher than when he took office. This year, President Biden and Congressional Democrats have a record of achievements that absolutely dwarfs Reagan's, and not just on the economy -- though the greatest one year job growth in history is a good start. Yet, you probably haven't heard anything about it. Based on Matt Robison's article for The Editorial Board, former Biden ad-maker Cliff Schecter and Matt go through what that record is, and why the accomplishments that should make...
2022-11-0427 min
Beyond PoliticsThe Question No Republican Can Answer on Trump, the FBI, and Those Secret FilesOur panel of former US Congressman Paul Hodes, conservative columnist Alicia Preston, and former staffer/campaign manager Matt Robison unpacks what we've learned in recent days about Donald Trump's hidden stash of top secret files, and identifies the one big question that no Republican Trump defender seems able to answer. Also, are things truly turning in Dem's direction politically?
2022-08-1543 min
Beyond PoliticsEmergency Pod: The Shocking Raid on Mar-a-LagoFormer Democratic Congressman and prosecutor Paul Hodes, conservative consultant Alicia Preston, and host Matt Robison break down the early legal and political fallout from the surprise FBI raid on former President Trump. Paul explains from a prosecutor's standpoint what the behind-the-scenes mechanics are of getting a warrant like this, Alicia analyzes the Republican reaction, and Matt runs through the short and longer term political implications.
2022-08-0944 min
Beyond PoliticsHas the 2024 Picture Fundamentally Changed?Recently, legendary West Virginia broadcaster Howard Monroe has been wondering: has something deeply changed about the 2024 picture? It seems like both Donald Trump and Joe Biden's position has been softening in measurable ways. So what is the trajectory of the next presidential race? Matt Robison joins him to walk through what the indicators are -- and aren't -- telling us.
2022-08-0224 min
Beyond PoliticsRoe is OverturnedAs we were recording another show, news broke about the Dobbs decision that overturns the right to abortion in America. Our panel -- featuring former Democratic Congressman Paul Hodes, conservative commentator Alicia Preston, and political analyst Matt Robison -- immediately switched in real time to discussing the decision. Alicia provides a pro-life view, but with an empathetic response from those who will be enraged by the decision. Paul weighs in to ask what rights are next? And Matt raises the question of just how radical the strict originalist cult on the Supreme Court is.
2022-06-2431 min
Beyond PoliticsBonus pod: Unpacking the Senator Whitehouse Dark Money InterviewAfter we finished recording a really terrific, eye-opening episode with Senator Sheldon Whitehouse on how dark money drives Republican candidates and conservative judges to the hard right on issues like guns and abortion, former Congressman Paul Hodes and Matt Robison had a short follow up conversation to digest what we had just heard, why it matters so much, and to provide a little insight from Paul into what goes on behind the scenes in Congress on an issue like this.
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2022-05-1719 min
Beyond PoliticsThe "Libs of TikTok" Story Perfectly Captures the Current "Crapnado" of PoliticsMatt Robison joins AJ Kierstead on WKXL's The New England Take to break down why the Taylor Lorenz / Washington Post Vs. "Libs of Tiktok" story became such a fact-free partisan spin cycle of stupid. Also, Matt defends his take on President Biden's first year grade (yep, the grade was A+) in light of continuing revelations about the end of the Trump presidency.
2022-04-2743 min
Beyond PoliticsThe Plot to Steal the PresidencyFour months ago, our co-host Matt Robison wrote an article in Newsweek arguing that it was time for America to panic. He quoted from the government scholar Robert Kagan: "the United States is heading into its greatest political and constitutional crisis since the Civil War, with a reasonable chance over the next three to four years of incidents of mass violence, a breakdown of federal authority, and the division of the country into warring red and blue enclaves." Last week, a powerful and respected Washington voice published a comprehensive and detailed breakdown of how all of this is unfolding...
2022-02-0740 min
Beyond PoliticsHow Do We Get Government to Pay Attention When Technology Impacts Our Health?Today, we wanted to bring you portions of a conversation that Matt Robison had on the Healthier Tech Podcast with host R Blank. Some of you may recognize that name from my previous conversation with him in which we talked about the science behind electromagnetic radiation and some of the effects that that type of radiation -- which comes from everything in the world around us that runs on electricity -- has on our bodies, our brains, and our health. There is some pretty compelling science that suggests it's a problem. There are direct effects that are measurable in...
2022-02-0343 min
Beyond PoliticsThe Big End of Year Awards ShowThe most fun show of the year where our panel hands out end of year awards: MVP for Dems and for Republicans, most important news story, surprising polling finding, under-reported news story of the year, and more. Our panel is Republican political columnist Alicia Preston, former Democratic Congressman Paul Hodes, and host and former Congressional staffer Matt Robison.
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2021-12-2942 min
Beyond PoliticsDeck the Halls with Broken Congress!The outstanding think tank The Concord Coalition has its own podcast and radio show called Facing the Future, and recently, they hosted Beyond Politics hosts Matt Robison and former Congressman Paul Hodes for a lively discussion about how screwed up things are, and what can be fixed (and what can't). There's a little friendly dunking on Congress, plus some practical talk about how to make things work on the side.
2021-12-2419 min
Beyond PoliticsWhy Isn't There a Liberal Fox News?Or Rush Limbaugh? Or the same media echo chamber that exists on the right. Longtime West Virginia radio host Howard Monroe and Matt Robison dive into where the right wing dominance of slanted media comes from (and make no mistake, the right wing does dominate), and whether it is ultimately fixable.
2021-12-0724 min
Beyond PoliticsRight wing extremism, Manchin says no to democracy reform, and media bias in the covid lab leak theoryExcerpts from Matt Robison's recent interviews with West Virginia broadcaster Howard Monroe on some of the most controversial topics in the news
2021-06-1044 min
Beyond PoliticsUFOs: Can We Explain the Navy Videos Seen on 60 Minutes?Is there an explanation for the Navy UFO videos, as seen on 60 Minutes? We take a serious, respectful, rational approach in this discussion among former Congressman Paul Hodes, former congressional staffer Matt Robison, and top expert in UFO video analysis, Mick West -- featuring a careful breakdown of the videos and Hodes' own experience.
If you like this kind of lively discussion of current events, subscribe to the Beyond Politics podcast with Paul Hodes and Matt Robison on Spotify https://open.spotify.com/show/2foIjClIUWCFdJl9ogdMtA or wherever you get your podcasts.
2021-05-3141 min
Beyond PoliticsThe Way Back From Trump's America: A Conversation with PoliticusUSA Editor-in-Chief Sarah JonesWe’ve got something a little different for you: a conversation between Beyond Politics host Matt Robison and PoliticusUSA Editor-in-Chief Sarah Jones, available as a podcast, a video, and an excerpt on PoliticusUSA. Matt and Sarah are both fascinated by the same question: how did we get to this pretty awful place in American politics and society…and how do we get out of it? In other words, what is way back from Trump’s America?
2021-05-0443 min
Beyond PoliticsSarah Jones of PoliticusUSA: why we need great ideasMatt Robison sits down with Sarah Jones, the Editor-in-Chief of PoliticusUSA.com, to talk about how the Great Ideas show came about, why they both feel it is so important to explore serious, positive ideas for change, how the show and website are planning to collaborate, and why it's so important to hear constructive ideas from across the ideological spectrum -- even the ones you don't agree with. Great Ideas is available on Apple, Spotify, Google, Anchor, Breaker, PocketCasts, RadioPublic, and Stitcher. Excerpts from the first show available on PoliticusUSA.
2021-02-1943 min
Politics PulseWhy We Need to Hear Great Ideas from All PerspectivesIn this episode of the show Politics Pulse, Matt Robison sits down with Sarah Jones, the Editor-in-Chief of PoliticusUSA.com, to talk about how the new podcast Great Ideas came about, why they both feel it is so important to explore serious, positive ideas for change, how the show and website are planning to collaborate (the first article on PoliticusUSA is here), and why it's so important to hear constructive ideas from across the ideological spectrum -- even the ones you don't agree with.
2021-02-1843 min
Great IdeasWhy We Need to Hear Great Ideas from All PerspectivesIn this episode of the show Politics Pulse, Great Ideas host Matt Robison sits down with Sarah Jones, the Editor-in-Chief of PoliticusUSA.com, to talk about how the Great Ideas show came about, why they both feel it is so important to explore serious, positive ideas for change, how the show and website are planning to collaborate, and why it's so important to hear constructive ideas from across the ideological spectrum -- even the ones you don't agree with.
2021-02-1643 minBeyond PoliticsThe Balance of Power RoundtableFormer Congressman Paul Hodes, columnist/radio host Alicia Preston, and former congressional staffer/political analyst Matt Robison break down the politics and policy of Covid rescue negotiations, Republican infighting, and Jewish space lasers from the left, right, and center.
2021-02-0344 min
Beyond PoliticsThe Roundtable: Executive Orders, Rescue Plans, & the Post-Trump WorldRepublican political analyst Alicia Preston, two-term Democratic Congressman Paul Hodes, and center-left political analyst Matt Robison break down Biden's rescue plan, his flurry of executive orders, and how Republicans plan to move strategically away from Donald Trump (and whether they even can).
2021-01-1944 min
Beyond PoliticsPolitics Roundtable: What Do We Do Now?Alicia Preston, Matt Robison, and Paul Hodes debate the 25th amendment, impeachment, and where the parties go from here.
2021-01-1244 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 8/28/20Paul Hodes and Matt Robison speak with James Pindell of the Boston Globe then talk the latest in news and politics.
2020-08-2847 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 8/21/20Paul Hodes and Matt Robison talk with Lanae Erickson of Third Way. Learn more about her at https://www.thirdway.org/about/staff/lanae-erickson
2020-08-2147 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 7/24/20The latest in news and politics with Paul Hodes and Matt Robison
2020-07-2451 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 6/26/20The latest in politics, COVID19, and presidential race with Paul Hodes and Matt Robison
2020-06-2649 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 6/12/20Latest in news and politics with Paul Hodes and Matt Robison, of amoreperfectunion.com
2020-06-1246 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 5/29/20The latest in news and politics with Paul Hodes and Matt Robison
2020-05-2947 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 5/8/20Paul Hodes and Matt Robison catch up with NH Executive Councilor Andru Volinsky and NH State Senator Dan Feltes.
2020-05-0847 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 4/17/20Paul Hodes and Matt Robison talk politics, news, and the economy
2020-04-1746 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 3/20/20The latest in news and politics with Paul Hodes and Matt Robison
2020-03-2250 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 3/13/20Paul Hodes and Matt Robison, of amoreperfectunionforum.com, talk the impact of coronavirus and the latest political news
2020-03-1547 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 3/6/20Paul and Matt Robison, of amoreperfectunionforum.com, talk politics and the impact of the coronavirus
2020-03-0846 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 2/28/20Paul talks politics with Matt Robison of amoreperfectunionforum.com
2020-03-0146 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 2/14/20Paul talks politics with Matt Robison of amoreperfectunionforum.com
2020-02-1946 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 1/24/20Paul talks politics with Matt Robison of https://amoreperfectunionforum.com
2020-01-2645 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 1/10/20Paul talks politics with Matt Robison of amoreperfectunionforum.com
2020-01-1146 min
2019-11-2347 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 10/25/19Paul and Matt Robison, of amoreperfectunionforum.com, talk the latest in politics
2019-10-2748 min
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2019-09-1544 min
2019-08-0445 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 7/12/19Paul talks with Matt Robison of http://amoreperfectunionforum.com
2019-07-1345 min
2019-06-1544 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 5/4/19Paul is joined by Matt Robison who runs amoreperfectunionforum.com
2019-05-0444 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 3/29/19Paul is joined by Matt Robison who runs amoreperfectunionforum.com
2019-03-3145 min
Beyond PoliticsOff The Record 1/11/19Paul is joined by Matt Robison who runs http://amoreperfectunionforum.com
2019-01-1244 min