The Tent

Gun safety activist Fred Guttenberg joins Daniella to talk about his new book, American Carnage. They discuss the death of his daughter, Jaime, at Marjory Stoneman Douglas High School in 2018; the myths that perpetuate gun violence in the United States; and his push for commonsense gun reform. Colin and lead producer Erin also break down the possible indictment of Donald Trump in Manhattan and the 13th anniversary of the Affordable Care Act.

Jocelyn Frye, former senior fellow at the Center for American Progress Action Fund and current president of the National Partnership for Women & Families, joins the podcast to discuss Equal Pay Day, how President Joe Biden’s economic agenda is uplifting women and families, and why abortion is an economic issue. Colin also talks with lead producer Erin about the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank and the House Freedom Caucus’ extreme budget counterproposal.

White House economist Gene Sperling joins the podcast to discuss the impact of the American Rescue Plan two years in; how President Joe Biden’s legislative accomplishments are accelerating U.S. economic growth and recovery; and how best to communicate all this progress to the American people. Daniella and Colin also talk about President Biden’s forthcoming budget and MAGA Republican attacks on the LGBTQI+ community.

Jesse O’Connell, senior vice president of Education at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the podcast to talk about oral arguments at the U.S. Supreme Court on President Joe Biden’s student debt relief plan; threats to affirmative action; and MAGA extremist attacks on school curricula. Colin and lead producer Erin Phillips also discuss revelations about Fox News’ role in propagating election denialism and the radical agenda of Florida Gov. Ron DeSantis (R).

Johan Hassel, senior fellow and director of Global Progress at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the podcast to discuss the global fight for democracy; key takeaways from President Joe Biden’s trip to Ukraine and Poland; and how the United States should continue to respond to the conflict. Daniella and Colin also talk about an upcoming legal challenge in Texas that could limit access to medication abortion nationwide, and how President Biden’s economic agenda is leading to a surge in auto manufacturing.

Jamal Simmons, former communications director for Vice President Kamala Harris, joins the podcast to discuss the important work Black progressive leaders are doing in Congress and the White House; MAGA Republican attacks on racial equity and rights; and how implementation of President Joe Biden’s economic agenda can help uplift all Americans for years to come. Daniella and Colin also talk about Nikki Haley’s 2024 presidential campaign announcement and the derailment of a Norfolk Southern train near East Palestine, Ohio.

Cody Keenan, former chief speechwriter for President Barack Obama, joins Daniella to discuss what goes into the State of the Union, key takeaways from President Joe Biden’s address, and what the speech revealed about this political moment. Daniella and Colin also talk about the strength of the U.S. economic recovery and highlights from the Center for American Progress' recent summit, where governors and mayors discussed how they're implementing the president's economic agenda.

Award-winning documentary filmmaker Margaret Brown joins Daniella to discuss her 2022 documentary, “Descendant.” Their conversation provides insight into how to tell accurate, impactful stories about challenging historical events and what reparations and healing can look like for different communities. Daniella and Colin also discuss the death of Tyre Nichols at the hands of Memphis police and the upcoming State of the Union address.

Human Rights Campaign President Kelley Robinson joins the show to discuss the impacts of state abortion bans and anti-trans legislation; ways to safeguard against attacks from radical MAGA legislators and the Supreme Court; and what a growing LGBTQI+ voting bloc means for the future. Daniella introduces a new co-host to “The Tent,” Colin Seeberger. And Daniella and Colin talk about gun violence prevention in the wake of recent California mass shootings, as well as why MAGA Republicans have taken the U.S. debt ceiling hostage.

Ravi Gupta, host of the “Majority 54” podcast, joins Daniella to discuss priorities for the upcoming Congress, MAGA Republican dysfunction in the House of Representatives, and how progressive candidates are positioning themselves for 2024. Daniella also talks about classified documents found in President Joe Biden’s home and private office, and recent extreme weather in California.