In Episode #193, author and investigative reporter Brody Mullins joins Osi to unpack the rise of modern lobbying in American politics. They trace its origins back to the 1970s, a transformative period when power began shifting from elected officials to private power brokers, setting the stage for corporate dominance in political influence. Additionally, they examine how lobbying has evolved from simple backroom negotiations to sophisticated, multi-layered tactics designed to obscure the true forces driving policy, leaving the public largely unaware of the hidden players shaping American governance. Mullins explores these dynamics further in his latest book, The Wolves of K Street, offering a deep dive into the influence peddlers and lobbying dynasties reshaping democracy today.

Brody Mullins is a Pulitzer Prize-winning investigative reporter. He spent nearly two decades covering the intersection of business and politics for The Wall Street Journal.