As part of our membership drive, Josh, Kate and David discuss TPM, the importance of independent journalism today and how the media business has changed over the years.

Ep. 85: Why TPM Needs You

Talking Points Memo editor and publisher Josh Marshall provides insight into the big political stories of the day. Joined by TPM staffers and special guests, the Josh Marshall Podcast is your companion for making sense of the Trump era.

Kate and Josh discuss the beginning of the New York hush money trial, arguments at the Supreme Court that could affect a different Trump trial and Mike Johnson's newest woes.

Trump v. Manhattan

Kate and Josh discuss Arizona's new near-total abortion ban and what it means for the 2024 elections.

It's 1864 In Arizona

Kate and Josh discuss abortion ballot initiatives in Florida and elsewhere, and how they may affect the 2024 election.

Florida In Play?

Kate and Josh discuss Supreme Court arguments on mifepristone, updates in Donald Trump's many trials and the likely next senator of New Jersey.

Alito Alone

Kate and Josh discuss Donald Trump's recent comments (and how they're being covered), Mike Pence's refusal to endorse his old boss and Republicans' embrace of Bibi Netanyahu.

Ep. 85: Why TPM Needs You

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