RealClearPolitics Podcast

RealClearPolitics Podcast episodes:

• 05.03.2024

  New Numbers on Jobs and the Economy, New Presidential TV Ads, and When Will Trump Choose His VP?

  Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and White House Correspondent Phil Wegmann today discuss the latest jobs report for April and the Trump campaign's new TV commercial in Georgia which is aimed at black voters. Then, with today being International Press Freedom...

  
• 05.02.2024

  President Bidens Statement on Israeli Protests, New Action to Advance the Legalization of Marijuana, and Real Clear Talk with Senator Ted Cruz

  Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende discuss today’s statement by President Biden on campus protests and RFK Jr.’s “No Spoiler Pledge.” They also talk about new actions at the White House and in the Senate...

  
• 05.01.2024

  College Administrations’ Responses to Pro-Palestinian Protests on Campus, the Newest Trend that Allows Non-Citizens to Vote in US Elections, and a Chat with Florida Senator Marco Rubio

  Today - Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss college administrations’ responses to pro-Palestinian protests on campus and the newest trend allowing non-citizens to vote in U.S. elections. They also talk about House Speaker Mike Johnson’s prospects and Chicago Mayor Brandon Johnson’s...

  
• 04.30.2024

  Who Trump Is Considering For Vice President, New Swing State Polls, And An Interview With Senator Ron Johnson (R-WI)

  Andy Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss Time Magazine’s new cover story on Donald Trump, who Trump is considering for vice president, new swing state polls from Emerson and the Democratic divide over a House resolution on antisemitism. Then...

  
• 04.29.2024

  New Polls Show Donald Trump's Lead is Growing Over President Biden, The Widening Gender Gap Among Voters, and Anti-Americanism as a Part of the Pro Palestine Protests on College Campuses.

  Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss the most recent polls, including this weekend’s CNN poll that shows Trump with a growing lead over President Biden. Plus, a look at the gender gap among voters, which appear to be widening. They also...

  
• 04.26.2024

  The Fallout Over Donald Trump’s Immunity Claim, Secretary of State Antony Blinken Says that China is Trying to Influence our Elections, and this Weekend’s White House Correspondents Dinner

  Andrew, Tom, and Carl today discuss the fallout from yesterday’s oral arguments at the Supreme Court over Donald Trump’s immunity claim and examine what the Los Angeles Times calls “Six California House Races that Could Help Determine Control of Congress.”...

  
• 04.25.2024

  The Political Impact of Today’s GDP Numbers, New Respect for Speaker Mike Johnson, and America’s Falling Birthrate

  Andrew, Tom and Carl discuss the political impact of today’s GDP numbers, whether “stagflation” is back, and the meaning of the new census bureau statistics on America’s falling birthrate, which is now the lowest since the 1930s. They also talk...

  
• 04.24.2024

  President Biden Signing New Legislation that Forces the Sale of TikTok, New Polling from Bloomberg/Morning Consult, and Will Trump’s Trials Effect the Election?

  Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss new polling from Bloomberg/Morning Consult and the results of yesterday’s Pennsylvania primary where Nikki Haley received more than 150,000 votes. They also talk about Trump’s trials and President’s Biden’s signing of new legislation designed to...

  
• 04.23.2024

  Biden Goes to Florida to Talk About Abortion; the Biden Campaign is Outspending Trump in Swing States, and Papua New Guinea reacts to Biden’s Claim that His Uncle was Eaten by Cannibals

  Andrew, Tom and Carl discuss new data revealing how the Biden campaign is outspending Trump and the GOP in critical swing states and the politics surrounding today’s trip by President Biden to Florida to talk about abortion. Then, they talk...

  
• 04.22.2024

  The Politics of Earth Day, the Role of Biden’s Energy Policies in the Election, and a New Perspective on Speaker Mike Johnson

  Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the politics of Earth Day and the role of President Biden’s energy policies in the coming elections. They also chat about new polling data from the weekend and the reaction to pro-Palestine...

  
• 04.19.2024

  The Importance of Winning Pennsylvania to Joe Biden, New Swing-State Poll Numbers from Fox News, and The Trump campaign + RNC are Deploying Up to 100,000 Poll Watchers in November

  Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende discuss how important winning Pennsylvania is to Joe Biden and today’s announcement that the RNC and the Trump campaign are deploying up to 100,000 poll watchers in November. Then,...

  
• 04.18.2024

  Trump’s Campaigning from the Courtroom Strategy, the Resignation of NPR Editor Uri Berliner, and the Kennedy Family's Endorsement of Joe Biden

  Andrew Walworth, Carl Cannon and Emily Jashinsky (Culture Editor of The Federalist new site) discuss Trump’s strategy for campaigning from the courtroom and today’s Kennedy family endorsement of Joe Biden. They also talk about the resignation of NPR editor Uri...

  
• 04.17.2024

  The Supreme Court’s Response to Charges Against the January 6 Defendants, Speaker Mike Johnson’s Attempt to Pass Foreign Aid Bills, and the Biden Administration’s Evolving Strategy on Iran

  Andrew Walworth, Phil Wegmann and Carl Cannon discuss Speaker Mike Johnson’s attempt to pass foreign aid bills for Israel, Ukraine, and Taiwan. Also, the Biden Administration’s evolving strategy on Iran; new polls that show President Biden’s job approval rating flagging...

  
• 04.16.2024

  Biden’s Challenge to Attract Independent Voters, President Biden Directing Federal Agencies to Promote Voter Registration, and NPR Suspending an Editor After He Criticized the Network’s Editorial Proc

  Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Biden’s challenge to attract independent voters while maintaining support from the Democratic base. They also talk about President Biden’s executive order directing nonpolitical federal agencies to promote voter registration and the suspension of an NPR...

  
• 04.15.2024

  Trump's First Day in his New York "Hush Money" Trial, The White House's Response to the Iranian Attack on Israel, and Trump’s Speech on Gettysburg

  Andrew, Tom, and Carl talk about the first day of Trump’s New York criminal trial and the Biden administration’s response to the Iranian attack in Israel. Also they run down the new polling from the New York Times and Trump’s...

  
• 04.12.2024

  Senator Ted Cruz Maintaining a Lead, Chicago Police Bodycam Shows They Fired 96 Times at Dexter Reed, and Will There be a Presidential Debate this Fall?

  Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon have a discussion on the chances for a presidential debate this fall and the new polling out of Texas that shows Senator Ted Cruz maintaining a lead. Then, they talk about the release...

  
• 04.11.2024

  The Politics of Inflation, New Poll Numbers for Florida, and the Impact of Changing How Nebraska Allocates its Electoral Votes

  Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss the politics of inflation and the potential impact of changing how Nebraska allocates its electoral votes. They also chat about new poll numbers in Florida and former Maryland Governor Larry Hogan’s run for the Maryland...

  
• 04.10.2024

  The Politics of Abortion in Arizona, New Party Affiliation Data, and Prosecuting Adults for Minors’ Gun Violations

  On Today's podcast - Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss new party affiliation data from Pew Research and the politics of abortion in Arizona. They also talk about prosecuting adults for minors’ gun violations, and the opening of the Masters Tournament....

  
• 04.09.2024

  The Consequences of U.S. Peace Efforts in the Israel/Gaza War, New Voting Laws in the Swing States, and Are Americans as Divided as the Media Claims?

  Today's discussion is about Marjorie Taylor Greene's influence in the House and the consequences of U.S. peace efforts in Gaza. Then; Andrew, Tom, and Carl chat about new voting laws in swing states that could effect the election in November,...

  
• 04.08.2024

  Biden’s New Proposal on Student Loan Forgiveness, Trump’s Position on Abortion, and The Role of Independent Voters

  Today; Andy, Tom, and Carl talk about Donald Trump’s position on abortion and the current role of independent voters. They also discuss Biden’s new proposal on student loan forgiveness and what will happen now that Congress is back in session....

  
• 04.05.2024

  Biden and His Relationship with Israel, the No Labels Decision to Not Run a Presidential Candidate, and Republican Efforts to Encourage Early Voting

  Andrew, Tom, and Carl this time discuss the No Labels party's decision to not run a presidential candidate and Republican efforts to encourage early voting. They also chat about new reports on employment numbers and the problematic relations with Benjamin...

  
• 04.04.2024

  Journalism at the New York Times, California’s New Minimum Wage for Fast Food Workers, and What Do Political Betting Pools Tell Us About Elections?

  Today, Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Carl's new piece about journalism and the New York Times on the RCP website: https://www.realclearpolitics.com/articles/2024/04/04/the_new_york_times_vs_realclearpolitics_150733.html. Also, they talk about California’s new minimum wage mandate for certain fast food workers, the new national polls plus...

  
• 04.03.2024

  When Fighting Disinformation Becomes Censorship, New WSJ Swing State Polls, and the Results of Wisconsin’s “Zuckerbucks” Referendum

  Today, Andrew, Tom, and Carl chat about the new WSJ swing state polls, and the results of Wisconsin’s “Zuckerbucks” referendum. They also discuss Israel and the Democratic Party plus they ask the question: When does fighting disinformation become censorship?...

  
• 04.02.2024

  Florida Court Decision on Abortion, New Polls on Who's to Blame for Border Crisis, and is Joe Biden a Bigger Threat to Democracy than Donald Trump?

  Andrew, Tom, and Carl have a round-house discussion on new national polls, the Maryland Senate race, and new polls on who voters blame for the crisis at the southern border. They also talk about Monday’s Florida court decision to allow...

  
• 04.01.2024

  Transgender Day of Visibility and Easter Falling on the Same Day, Donald Trump and the Evangelical Vote, and Speaker Mike Johnson’s Evolving Position on Ukraine

  Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Transgender Day of Visibility and Easter falling on the same day. They also talk about Donald Trump and the Evangelical Vote. And they ponder whether recent polling of Black voters is accurate, and explain Speaker...

  
• 03.29.2024

  Rising US/Mexico Border Tensions over Immigration, Chris Christie’s Future, and the Dueling Appearances for Biden and Trump

  Andrew, Tom, and Carl have a discussion on Biden and Trump’s dueling appearances in New York, and the US/Mexico border tensions over illegal immigration. They also chat about Chris Christie’s future and the one-year anniversary of the imprisonment of Wall...

  
• 03.28.2024

  RFK Jr.'s Voter Appeal, Joe Lieberman's Passing, and Donald Trump Selling Bibles During Holy Week

  In today's episode Carl Cannon, Tom Bevan and Emily Jashinsky discuss: Joe Lieberman’s passing, Bobby Kennedy Jr. appeal to voters, and the environment of victimization culture. They also talk about Sam Bankman-Fried's 25-year prison sentence and James Carville’s riff on...

  
• 03.27.2024

  Ronna McDaniel Fired at NBC, Trump’s Truth Social Goes Public, and the Collapse of the Key Bridge in Baltimore

  In today's podcast - Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss Ronna McDaniel being fired at NBC and Trump’s Truth Social platform going public. They also chat about RFK Jr.'s VP pick Nicole Shanahan and Pete Buttigieg's handling of the Key Bridge...

  
• 03.26.2024

  Speaker Mike Johnson's Challenge, New Swing State Polls, and Donald Trump's "Veepstakes"

  Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon this time talk about the new swing state polls from Bloomberg and Speaker Mike Johnson’s challenges in the House. They also discuss RFK Jrs. VP pick - Silicon Valley lawyer Nicole Shanahan and...

  
• 03.25.2024

  Donald Trump's Bond Reduced, Ronna McDaniel Hired at NBC, and Why is America’s Youth So Unhappy?

  Today, the guys discuss the New York Appeals Court decision to reduce Donald Trump’s bond in his civil fraud case, and new data from Gallup included in their most recent “World Happiness Report” which shows America’s young people are...

  
• 03.22.2024

  Marjorie Taylor Greene’s Move to Vacate the House Speaker’s Chair, Trump’s Financial Options, and New Battleground State Polls from CNN.

  Today's discussion is about Marjorie Taylor Greene’s move to vacate the House Speaker’s Chair. Also, a look at new battleground state polls from CNN. Then, they talk about Trump’s financial options in the days before he has to post bond...

  
• 03.21.2024

  The Biden Impeachment Hearings, the Shohei Ohtani Gambling Scandal, and are the Democrats Taking RFK Jr Seriously?

  This time - Andy, Carl, and Tom chat about presidential candidate RFK Jr: what are his chances and who will he pick as a running mate? They also discuss the Biden impeachment hearings in the House and the Shohei Ohtani...

  
• 03.20.2024

  Primary Results, New National & State Polls, and New EPA Rules on Electric Cars

  Today, Andrew, Tom and Carl chat about last night’s primary results and some newly released national and state polls. They also discuss the politics of the new EPA rules on electric vehicles and ask the question "Should Justice Sotomeyer Retire?"...

  
• 03.19.2024

  Biden on Hispanic Voters, Trump on Jewish Voters, and When Can Haiti Begin to Recover?

  Andrew, Tom, and Carl discuss why President Biden is in Arizona and Nevada today, and how he is targeting Hispanic voters. Also, Donald Trump says Jews who vote Democratic “Hate Israel” and their religion. Then, they talk about the...

  
• 03.18.2024

  Biden and Netanyahu Talk, Supreme Court on First Amendment, and "Bloodbathgate"

  In today's podcast - Andy, Carl, and Tom chat about President Biden finally speaking to BiBi Netanyahu for the first time in a month, the Supreme Court on the First Amendment and Big Tech, and the scoop on the GridIron...

  
• 03.15.2024

  Trump's Legal Troubles, Jake Tapper vs Aaron Rogers, and Which Party is Better at Getting Out the Vote?

  This time - Andy, Carl, and Tom chat about the 4 criminal cases Donald Trump is facing including the ruling by Judge Scott McAfee that DA Fani Willis is not disqualified from prosecuting the Georgia RICO case. They also discuss...

  
• 03.14.2024

  Dems Going After Third Parties, Kamala Harris Polls, and Elon Musk vs Don Lemon

  In today's podcast - Andy, Carl, and Tom discuss new polls in Nevada, Arizona, and Pennsylvania. Also, Dems going after third party candidates. Then, they talk about Kamala Harris Polls and her visit to an abortion clinic PLUS the Elon...

  
• 03.13.2024

  New Polls on Biden, Abortion Bans Big for Dem Campaigns, and Tick Tock for Tik Tok

  In today's podcast - Andy Carl and Tom discuss Biden's latest polling numbers after his State of the Union speech, how abortion bans are effecting voter turnout, and the House passing a bill that could lead to the ban...

  
• 03.12.2024

  The Robert Hur Testimony on Biden Docs, GOP Rep. Ken Buck Resigns, and Can a 3rd Party Influence the Election?

  Today - Andy, Carl, and Tom discuss Special Counsel Robert Hur's testimony in front of the House Judiciary Committee about the Biden classified documents investigation and GOP Rep. Ken Buck resigning from Congress thereby narrowing the House majority. They also...

  
• 03.11.2024

  The Katie Britt Fall-Out, The Oscars Cheers and Jeers, and Should Biden Have Used the Word "Illegal"?

  In today's podcast - Andy Carl and Tom discuss Biden's State of the Union address and his comments on Hamas and the choice of using the word “illegals” vs. “undocumented". They also talk about the Deseret Values Poll and...

  
• 03.09.2024

  State of the Union Reactions, Big Changes at the RNC, and What's Up with No Label?

  Today's podcast features Andrew Walworth, and Real Clear Politics correspondents Susan Crabtree and Phil Wegmann discussing Biden's State of the Union address and the GOP's response. They also talk about the "No Labels" party and the big changes coming at...

  
• 03.08.2024

  State of the Union: Who Will Act Up?, Who is Katie Britt?, and What Will Biden Say About Gaza?

  In today's podcast, Andrew, Carl and Tom discuss Biden's big State of the Union Address. They predict what Biden might say and wonder if any lawmakers will heckle him. Then they chat about Alabama Republican Senator Katie Britt and the...

  
• 03.07.2024

  Nikki Haley Drops Out, the California Senate Race, and What Should Biden Say About the Economy?

  Andrew, Carl and Tom discuss the aftermath of Super Tuesday, Adam Schiff advancing in the California Senate election, and Nikki Haley finally ending her presidential campaign. Then Tom interviews political reporter Josh Kraushauer on Super Tuesday election results and Carl...

  
• 03.06.2024

  Super Tuesday, SOTU Predictions, and Why Is Michelle Obama So Popular?

  Andrew, Carl and Tom discuss Super Tuesday, crime in different cities, the latest polls, and give predictions for the State of the Union address. Then, Tom speaks with Sean Trende on Super Tuesday and Trump’s appeal. And finally Carl interviews...

  
• 03.05.2024

  SCOTUS Rules Trump Stays on Ballot, New Polling Numbers, and Is Nikki Haley Done After Super Tuesday?

  Listen to our new radio show on SiriusXM - POTUS POLITICS Channel 124, hosted by Andrew Walworth with co-hosts Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon. Today's guests: Andy interviews WH correspondent Phil Wegmann on Biden's new polling numbers and his New...

  
• 03.02.2024

  The Dueling Texas Photo -Op, Biden's Polling Numbers. and Hunter Biden Transcripts

  Listen to our new radio show on SiriusXM - POTUS POLITICS Channel 124, hosted by Andrew Walworth with co-hosts Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon. Guests include Nick Tolano - Executive Director of political reform group Unite America and Democratic Strategist...

  
• 03.01.2024

  Presidents Biden and Trump Make Dueling Border Visits, The Latest Exit Polls, and The Struggle of Young Political Journalists

  Guests include columnist for the New York Post Karol Markowicz and Washington Political Journalist Howard Fineman.

  
• 02.28.2024

  The Stepping Down of Mitch McConnell, the Aftermath of the Michigan Primaries, and Why the Arizona Senate Race Matters

  Listen to our new radio show on SiriusXM - POTUS POLITICS Channel 124, hosted by Andrew Walworth with co-hosts Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon. Today's guests include A.B. Stoddard from the Bulwark and Peter Berkowitz of the Hoover Institution.

  
• 02.27.2024

  RCP's New Sirius XM Show: Michigan primary results, Biden's latest polling numbers, and 3rd Party candidates

  New Radio Show - RealClearPolitics on SiriusXM, hosted by Andrew Walworth with co-hosts Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon. Guests include Susan Crabtree and Bernie Porn.

  
• 02.27.2024

  RCP's New SiriusXM Radio Show: Nikki Haley's Path Forward, The Michigan Primary and is SNL Becoming Less "Woke?"

  The inaugural edition of RealClearPolitics on SiriusXM, hosted by Andrew Walworth with co-hosts Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon. Guests include Sean Trende, RCP senior elections analyst and Emily Jashinsky, cultural editor of the Federalist news site.