In this episode of Lunch w/ Jamie, Jamie sits down with Nicholas Thompson, CEO of The Atlantic and former Editor-in-Chief of WIRED, for a wide-ranging conversation on journalism, AI, media economics, and the future of truth in a rapidly changing world.

They unpack one of the biggest moments in modern media — SignalGate — including how the White House responded, the legal risks involved, and what it was like inside The Atlantic as the story broke. Nicholas also explains how The Atlantic went from losing money to becoming one of the most profitable and influential publications in the world, sharing insights on subscriptions, paywalls, and why chasing video and podcasts too early nearly sank legacy media.

The conversation goes deep on artificial intelligence: how AI will reshape journalism, healthcare, education, and elections, why Google may be winning the AI arms race, and what skills matter most for young people entering the workforce today. Nicholas also opens up about his book The Running Ground, surviving cancer, post-traumatic growth, and how running has shaped his life, leadership, and mindset.

Topics covered include:

- SignalGate and press freedom in the modern era

- The Atlantic’s business turnaround and media strategy

- AI’s impact on journalism, education, healthcare, and democracy

- Deepfakes, misinformation, and the future of trust

- Career advice for the next generation in an AI-driven world

- Running, resilience, and personal growth

If you’re interested in media, technology, AI, leadership, or the future of information, this episode offers rare, behind-the-scenes insight from one of the most thoughtful voices in modern journalism.

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In this episode of Lunch with Jamie, Jamie Patricof sits down with Scott Galloway to break down his powerful “Resist & Unsubscribe” movement—a form of protest designed to hit where it actually hurts: money, attention, and corporate influence.

Scott explains why unsubscribing from products, platforms, streaming services, banks, and brands you no longer align with may be more effective than outrage or performative activism. From the attention economy to corporate accountability, this conversation explores how economic pressure can drive real change.

Jamie and Scott also discuss:

- Why “Resist & Unsubscribe” is one of the smartest protest strategies today

- How consumer dollars shape politics, media, and power

- The challenge of letting go of conveniences we think we can’t live without

- Privilege, responsibility, and doing what you can instead of doing nothing

- Why economic protest may outlast outrage cycles

If you’re feeling overwhelmed, frustrated, or unsure how to take meaningful action, this episode offers a clear, practical framework for reclaiming your agency—one unsubscribe at a time.

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Topics: Scott Galloway, Resist and Unsubscribe, economic protest, consumer activism, attention economy, corporate accountability, politics and money, media influence, modern protest strategies, unsubscribing movement, social change.

What happens when the global system that’s kept relative peace for 80 years begins to unravel?

In this episode, Jamie sits down with Richard Haass, one of the most respected voices in American foreign policy, to unpack why the post-World War II world order may be over — and why there’s “zero chance” of going back to the way things were.

They discuss:

- Why Richard Haass believes Trump ended an 80-year era

- The real meaning behind Trump’s comments on Greenland

- Whether Europe could “call Trump’s bluff”

- NATO, alliances, and the collapse of predictability

- Ukraine, Russia, Iran, and rising global instability

- Why trust — once broken — doesn’t reset after elections

- What comes after the U.S.-led world order

This is a clear, sober conversation about power, alliances, democracy, and why the world feels more unstable than it has in decades.

If you’re trying to understand what actually changed — and why it matters — this conversation is essential listening.

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This week we are re-releasing our conversation with Bryan Stevenson from 2020. Bryan Stevenson is the founder of the Equal Justice Initiative and one of the most influential voices on justice, race, and moral reckoning in America today.

Stevenson traces his personal journey from growing up in the Jim Crow South to defending individuals on death row, unpacking how America’s legal system has long treated people “better if you’re rich and guilty than if you’re poor and innocent.” He explains why true justice requires more than laws—it requires truth-telling, proximity to suffering, narrative change, hope, and the courage to do uncomfortable things.

This conversation explores:

• Why America has never fully confronted the legacy of slavery, lynching, segregation, and racial terror
• How storytelling, film, and culture shape — and can repair — our collective moral narrative
• The difference between policy fixes and moral repair
• Why hopelessness is the enemy of justice
• What real accountability and repair could look like in America
• The role creators, artists, and leaders play in shaping the future of justice

Stevenson also shares unforgettable personal stories—from confronting racial humiliation in courtrooms to moments of unexpected reconciliation at lynching sites—that illuminate what justice looks like when truth is finally acknowledged.

This is not a conversation about politics.

It’s a conversation about moral responsibility, historical truth, and the future we are choosing to build.

If you care about justice, storytelling, leadership, or the soul of America—this is an essential listen.

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In this episode from December 2025, Jamie Patricof sits down with Anthony Scaramucci for a wide-ranging, unfiltered conversation about power, politics, and personal reckoning. Scaramucci reflects on his infamous 11-day stint as White House Communications Director under Donald Trump, tracing his journey from Wall Street to the center of American politics — and the lessons learned from ambition, ego, and loyalty.

The discussion explores Scaramucci’s long history within the Republican Party, his role in the 2016 Trump campaign, and why he ultimately broke with Trump publicly. They dive into themes of political identity, Trumpism, media outrage, cancel culture, money in politics, and the growing divide in American democracy. Scaramucci also shares insights on populism, gerrymandering, social media radicalization, and why he believes the U.S. is approaching a critical moment of political reckoning.

Later in the conversation, Scaramucci addresses the crisis facing young men in America, drawing from his work on the Lost Boys podcast, and discusses leadership, accountability, and what meaningful reform could look like heading into 2026 and 2028.

This episode offers a rare insider perspective on the Trump White House, modern American politics, and the personal cost of power — from someone who lived it.

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In the wake of the Brown University shooting, Senator Mark Kelly joins the conversation to address the reality of gun violence in America and why these tragedies have become so common.

Drawing from personal experience—including the 2011 shooting of his wife, former Congresswoman Gabby Giffords—Senator Kelly explains how mass shootings, school shootings, and everyday gun violence continue to traumatize communities across the United States. He discusses why America stands out globally for gun violence, the long-term psychological impact on young people, and what meaningful gun reform could look like moving forward.

This episode explores why gun violence has become normalized in American life, the policy failures that allow it to persist, and what accountability and action could change the trajectory.

This is not a partisan debate—it’s a conversation about public safety, children’s lives, and whether the United States is willing to confront a crisis that affects everyone.

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Why do Democrats keep losing people they actually agree with?

In this conversation, Jamie Patricof sits down with Congresswoman Sarah McBride to break down one of the most overlooked forces in American politics: why persuadable voters walk away from the Democratic Party even when they share the same values.

Sarah explains the psychology of voters who feel pushed out, why “imperfect allies” matter, how coalition-building really works, and how Democrats unintentionally shrink their own tent. She also lays out the stakes of the current healthcare crisis, why affordability is becoming the defining issue for 2025, and what it will take to build a durable majority that can actually govern.

If you’re interested in political strategy, voter behavior, democracy reform, or understanding why elections are won and lost in the middle—this is a must-watch episode.

What we cover:

– Why so many voters feel rejected by Democrats

– How moral purity tests shrink the coalition

– The danger of pushing away imperfect allies

– Voter psychology and political identity

– Affordability, healthcare, and the 2025 landscape

– The “$1 trillion healthcare bomb”

– How Democrats can actually win again

– Why listening matters more than lecturing

– Building a bigger, stronger, more curious political movement

– What Sarah McBride believes the Democratic Party must do next

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Congressman Jake Auchincloss joins Jamie to break down the Epstein files, fractures inside MAGA, the future of Democratic strategy, rising healthcare costs, and his bold vision for building America’s next cities. They also discuss digital dopamine, Big Tech, the coming Alzheimer’s crisis, and why education and trade schools will shape the country’s future.

Topics: Epstein files, MAGA dynamics, Democratic strategy, healthcare, Big Tech & digital dopamine, Alzheimer’s crisis, education reform, trade schools, new cities & urban planning.

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Beto O’Rourke joins Jamie Patricof for an unfiltered conversation about the future of Texas, the state of American democracy, and why he believes Texas could save America.

In this powerful interview, Beto explains why, in his words, “America has bent the knee to Donald Trump,” and what needs to change for the country to fight back. He shares his firsthand view of how Texas politics, gerrymandering, and voter suppression have shaped national elections — and how his organization, Powered by People, is working to turn the tide before 2026.

This episode dives into:

The fight for democracy and what’s at stake in 2026

How Texas became the front line of America’s political divide

The role of leadership, unity, and courage in an age of fear

Why local action and grassroots organizing still matter

Beto’s message for Americans who feel powerless to create change

Whether you follow U.S. politics, care about Texas elections, or just want to understand how Donald Trump’s influence continues to shape the country, this conversation with Beto O’Rourke is essential listening.

Guest: Beto O’Rourke

Host: Jamie Patricof – Lunch with Jamie Podcast

Watch the full interview to hear why Beto says, “Our knees don’t bend — especially not in Texas.”

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In this episode of Lunch with Jamie, we sit down with Representative Jasmine Crockett for a candid and unfiltered conversation on the future of American politics.

We discuss the challenges facing Democrats in 2025, the ongoing fight for voting rights, the impact of redistricting in Texas, and what it really takes to be an effective leader in today’s polarized political environment. Jasmine opens up about her journey, her frustrations with dysfunction in Washington, and what she believes Democrats must do to reconnect with voters before 2026.

Topics Discussed:

• The realities of serving in today’s Congress
• How Texas redistricting could shape the next election
• The future of the Voting Rights Act
• Building back trust between Democrats and working-class voters
• Jasmine’s thoughts on leadership and accountability in Washington

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