We sat down with attorney and author William Cooper to talk about his new book How America Works … And Why It Doesn’t.

We covered everything from the Chiefs' dark magic-fueled success this season and the A’s leaving Oakland to the roots of America’s political dysfunction, Trump’s legacy, and the impact of social media on tribalism.

Will is giving away 10 signed copies of his book — visit our Twitter to enter!

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Timestamps:

(02:48) Tips for Getting Started Writing as a Columnist

(05:07) Bay Area Sports, A’s Leaving Oakland, and Chiefs Dark Magic

(12:47) How Social Media and Tribalism Drive Political Dysfunction

(21:22) Breaking Out of the Liberal Bubble

(27:16) Best- and Worst-Case Scenarios for Trump’s Second Term

(35:39) Using Trump’s Ego for Positive Change

(41:39) William Cooper’s Future Projects and Must-Read Book Recommendations for Historical Perspective and Optimism

(46:08) "How America Works … And Why It Doesn’t" Signed Book Giveaway

In Part 2 of this two-part episode of Brogressive, we draft possible 2028 Democratic candidates and explore who would have the best chance of defeating JD Vance. Vote for who drafted the best slate in the poll below!

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In Part 1 of a two-part podcast, we debate Trump’s best and worst cabinet picks so far. We also talk about whether RFK Jr.’s pick has some positives and if there need to be big changes in U.S. food production, like with seed oils. Plus, we dig into what Trump’s labor secretary pick means and whether it shows unions got something out of not endorsing Biden.

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Timestamps:
(01:38) Why Did Democrats Lose in 2024?
(25:30) Rightward Shift of Young Men and Reasons for Optimism in the Next Four Years
(28:56) Armand Domalewski Interview
(30:22) The Future of YIMBYism
(01:05:06) Lessons from 2024
(01:19:53) How Dems Can Win Back Young Men