Postrider Podcasts

The Postrider's Lars Emerson and Michael Lovito discuss Trump's pervasive impact on pop culture before turning to Michael's article on DOGE and "solutionism." Then, they assess (with some optimism for the system) what checks and balances may limit Trump going forward. 

Michael and Lars try to make sense of a chaotic first few weeks of Trump 2.0, including a wave of controversial tariffs, executive orders, and cabinet hearings, as well as how the Democrats are trying to pick up the pieces in time for 2026. 

The Postrider's Lars Emerson and Michael Lovito discuss Trump's inauguration, his first day back in the job, and his executive orders. Then they pivot to some reflections on the Biden era and the last weeks of his presidency.

Michael and Lars discuss the anticlimactic speaker election before diving into their 2024 year in review, where they discuss the best, worst, and schlubbiest of last year's politics.

The Postrider's Lars Emerson and Michael Lovito discuss Trump's controversial nominees, checking in on Pete Hegseth and digging into FBI nominee Kash Patel, then discuss Biden's controversial pardon of his son and what meaning January 6 holds nearly four years later.

Michael and Lars discuss Donald Trump's picks for his second cabinet, breaking down who they're cautiously optimistic about and who they're scared/angry are even being considered at all.

The Postrider's Lars Emerson and Michael Lovito debrief the 2024 election, its aftermath, and its consequences. They reflect on the media ecosystem's coverage of the election and its results, the impact of Donald Trump in the grand scheme of American history, and where the Democratic Party goes now.

In The Postrider Roundup's inaugural episode, Michael Lovito and Lars Emerson discuss the impending elections for president, Senate, the House of Representatives, and a handful of governor's mansions. They discuss what an odd last few weeks of the campaign it's been, the Postrider Election Model, and who they think will ultimately end up winning, all while attempting to cut through the noise and balance their vibes with the data. It's a jam packed pre-election extravaganza, perfect to get you pumped up (or freaked out) for November 5th.

The Postrider Roundup is a new biweekly podcast from The Postrider, offering a dynamic, up-to-date look at American politics, from Congress to the campaign trail. On the Roundup, Lars Emerson and Michael Lovito dive into the latest developments in DC, analyzing elections, legislation, and the complexities of the ever-evolving political landscape with a unique blend of pragmatism, enthusiasm, and humor.