Episodes
1. Elliott Abrams
January 9, 2026
27 min
After Venezuelan leader Nicolas Maduro’s capture, Elliott Abrams–who served in the State Dept. under Reagan, George W. Bush, and Trump–discusses Venezuela’s future and prospects for democracy. He questions Trump’s “might makes right” foreign policy.
Guest Stars:
Elliott Abrams
2. James Clyburn
January 16, 2026
27 min
Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-S.C.) discusses the role of race in politics in America’s past and present, his warning for younger generations, and his new book about South Carolina’s first eight Black members of Congress.
Guest Stars:
James Clyburn
3. Brandon Johnson
January 23, 2026
27 min
Mayor Brandon Johnson discusses leading Chicago amid ICE raids and clashes with Trump—while facing a budget and pension crisis that threatens the city’s financial future. He addresses setbacks to his progressive agenda and the hard choices ahead.
Guest Stars:
Brandon Johnson
