Beyond Politics

Republicans have officially broken the US Congress to the most dysfunctional, dangerous, and even absurd degree in American history. Congressional expert Laura Rodriguez of the Center for American Politics Action Fund joins to Matt Robison to run down just how severe the madness has gotten, and why people should care about how much damage they are doing. ***Please leave us a great review in Apple Podcasts App!!***

01:44 The Impact of Trump on American Politics

03:03 The New York Special Election: A Turning Point?

07:37 The MAGA Mind Virus: Is It Real?

11:30 The Impeachment of Secretary Mayorkas

16:02 The Consequences of Congressional Dysfunction

30:15 The Future of the Republican Party

Could Fani Willis' relationship kill the Georgia Trump case? Also, Trump's total meltdown on NATO and Putin, MAGA Republicans try to kill Ukraine aid, gun violence in Kansas City, and an easy solution for the patriarchy. ***Don't forget to rate and review us!!*** Check out another great podcast at ⁠⁠Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other⁠ ***

02:03 Introducing 'Rent-a-Dude': A Solution to Gender Bias

04:07 The Fani Willis Hearing

07:15 Trump Legal Watch: A Look at Ongoing Cases

10:36 The Foreign Aid Bill: A Political Standoff

13:40 Lindsey Graham's Political Shift

14:38 Sheldon Whitehouse's Twitter Rant

17:19 Donald Trump's Controversial Statements

22:56 Debate on Gun Violence and Media Coverage

US political campaigns are expected to spent $17 billion on ads in 2024. But there's little evidence about how much of it works, if any does at all. John Halpin, Executive Editor of The Liberal Patriot, explains what we know and what we don't know about political advertising, and why the best solution for winning campaigns in 2024 might be a back-to-the-future approach.

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00:31 The Question of Political Ad Effectiveness

03:24 The Trust Gap in Political Advertising

05:09 The Influence of Political Ads: A Data Perspective

08:18 The Impact of Negative Political Ads

10:18 The Role of Money in Political Campaigns

17:10 The Need for a Rethink in Political Campaign Strategies

26:52 The Power of Person-to-Person Contact in Politics

30:18 Conclusion: The Future of Political Advertising

ProPublica's star investigative reporter Andy Kroll takes us behind the scenes, inside the issues and internal debates within the Supreme Court as it hears the 14th Amendment case against former President Donald Trump.

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01:17 Case Overview: Donald J. Trump vs Norma Anderson

05:54 The Debate on the 14th Amendment

11:40 The Tension Between Strict Constructionism and Legal Interpretation

20:19 The Three Core Questions for the Court

25:28 Understanding the Concept of Insurrection

26:55 The Role of States in Enforcing the 14th Amendment

36:13 The Role of the Supreme Court in Political Decisions

41:38 The Potential for Future Political Crises

46:42 The Importance of a Functional Congress

A Bad Day for Democrats, the 14th Amendment, and Questions about Joe Biden's Fitness for Office. A special Sunday bonus roundtable discussion with Matt, Paul, and Alicia on how the Supreme Court is crushing Democrats dreams of getting saved from Trump, while the Special Counsel crushed Biden's age and memory in a way that could have lasting echoes throughout the Presidential race.

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00:40 The Impact of Special Counsel's Investigation on Joe Biden

09:15 The Political Impact of the Special Counsel's Report

14:42 The Age Factor in Politics: Biden vs Trump

18:19 The Supreme Court and the 14th Amendment

22:16 The Immunity Question: Trump's Legal Challenges

24:30 The House of Representatives: A Study in Dysfunction

30:14 The Swift Bowl

Two cases in the federal courts this week had very different outcomes for Donald Trump. A Federal Appeals Court demolished Trump's claims of immunity from prosecution, but the US Supreme Court seemed poised to allow him to remain on the ballot despite a constitutional challenge over his role in the Insurrection. Matt Robison joins radio legend Howard Monroe to break it down.

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02:51 Discussion on Court Rulings and Presidential Immunity

08:37 Conversation on the 14th Amendment Case

18:12 Discussion on the Biden Special Prosecutor's Report

Top forecaster Mark Zandi, Chief Economist of Moody's Analytics and the host of 'Inside Economics' has released his election forecast model. We dive into the factors that will truly matter in 2024, and announce the predicted winner.

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02:49 The Impact of the Economy on Voter Behavior

04:40 The Influence of Voter Turnout

07:00 The Significance of Election Forecast Models

09:42 The Role of Third-Party Candidates in Elections

19:43 The Impact of Economic Factors on Elections

23:35 Predicting the Next President

Corey Nathan of the hit podcast Talkin' Politics & Religion Without Killin' Each Other joins Matt Robison for Part Two of their conversation about whether the divides in America are really that big for the vast majority of people, and how to connect with people who seem to have major differences with you.

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05:04 The Journey from Judaism to Christianity

07:42 The Importance of Engaging in Political Discussions

10:36 The Role of Religion in Politics

18:07 The Dangers of Avoiding Political Discussions

21:16 The Exit Ramp for Trump Supporters

23:48 Understanding Deplorability and Open-Mindedness

30:31 The Power of Listening and Understanding

37:40 The Threat of Authoritarianism to Democracy

40:44 The Value of Maintaining Conversations Across Differences

2024 may be the most pivotal year in decades, one that could shape the world's future in profound ways. Xenia Wickett, a geopolitical expert who has worked at the White House, State Department, Chatham House, and the Harvard Kennedy School explains what the big drivers of instability and change are, and suggests how to think about the complicated cross currents in the world in 2024.

02:57 The Key Challenges in 2024

06:02 The Pillars of Global Structure

16:11 The New Role of Corporations Across Societies

20:19 The Four Global Systems

22:49 The Interplay of Global Systems and Foundational Pillars

28:40 The 'Rooms' - Localized Issues Impacting the Global System

31:07 Understanding the Interconnectedness of Global Events

38:48 Learning to Manage Volatility

Smart insights on the future of streaming and entertainment with Chris Hill, the former host of Motley Fool Money. Now that Netflix seems to have come out on top int he streaming wars, what does the mix of emerging company strategies mean for various forms of media that Americans watch, including television, movies, and sports. 🙂🙏🤛QUICK Favor: After you Hit "Follow" or "Subscribe" Can You Please Leave Us a Rating & Review in the Apple Podcasts App?

02:02 The Future of Streaming and Entertainment

04:30 The Streaming Wars: Are They Over?

08:11 The Impact of the Pandemic and Strikes on the Entertainment Industry

13:48 The Role of Advertising in Streaming Platforms

14:35 Is the Change in the Entertainment Industry Good for Viewers?

18:51 The Evolution of Viewer Behavior and Business Response

21:44 The Rising Cost of Streaming Services

22:19 The Future of Cable Bundle Business Model

27:24 The Evolution of Movie Content

30:10 The Future of Movie Theaters and Releases

37:18 The Rise of International Content on Streaming Platforms

39:23 Predictions for the Future of Streaming