Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast

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Daily thoughtful conversation about the latest news and politics.

2d ago

U.S. monopolies vs. workers, consumers

One of the key economic levers the government can manipulate are in pursuit of anti-trust policy. On Today's Show:Alvaro Bedoya, senior advisor at the American Economic Liberties Project and former FTC commissioner, offers his opinion on how the Paramount - Warner Brothers Discovery mega merger will affect everyday people and their jobs, and more on what he calls the pervasiveness of monopolies and their effects in the US today. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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5d ago

Sen. and Rev. Raphael Warnock on Isaiah in our times

Politics often involves matters of conscience, especially on consequential issues like gun violence, voter suppression and climate change. On Today's Show: U.S. Senator Raphael Warnock (D GA), senior pastor of the Ebenezer Baptist Church in Atlanta and the author of (Penguin Press, 2026) draws on the book of Isaiah to offer a sermon on the moral crises facing America, and how to address them spiritually and politically. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

23 min
Jun 18

Iran deal draft, annotated with David Sanger

An agreement has been reached between the United States and Iran to end the war in Iran and reopen the Strait of Hormuz. On Today's Show:David Sanger, White House and national security correspondent for The New York Times and the author of New Cold Wars: China's Rise, Russia's Invasion, and America's Struggle to Defend the West (Crown, 2024), discusses the details of the deal. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

23 min
Jun 15

What to know about July student loan changes

On July 1, there will be changes to the student loan repayment system that change the situation for new and old borrowers alike. On Today's Show:Cory Turner, NPR education correspondent and senior editor, shares what's changing, and how those impacted can navigate the changes. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

21 min
Jun 12

Trump redesigns America’s birthday party

As the country gears up to celebrate the 250th anniversary of the Declaration of Independence, the plans that President Trump has in mind are raising eyebrows. On Today's Show:Michael Scherer, staff writer at The Atlantic, talks about his reporting on the conflicts over the 250th anniversary celebration. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

23 min
Jun 11

What the World Cup means at a time of global conflict

As top athletes from around the world gather for the World Cup, many are representing nations embroiled in military conflict. On Today's Show:Franklin Foer, staff writer at The Atlantic and the author of How Soccer Explains the World: An Unlikely Theory of Globalization (Harper Perennial, new edition 2026), talks about the new edition of his book and looks ahead to the start of World Cup. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

21 min
Jun 10

Where science, politics and improv theater collide

As trust in science and institutions has eroded, the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science is teaching scientists how to better communicate their work to lay people. On Today's Show:Laura Lindenfeld, PhD, executive director of the Alan Alda Center for Communicating Science and professor of communication at Stony Brook University, explains how improv can help bridge the science gap, and how science communication intersects with politics. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

21 min
Jun 9

Bill Bradley talks NBA finals and politics

With basketball fresh on everyone's mind, someone with his feet in both the sports world, and the political world, discusses. On Today's Show:Bill Bradley, two-time NBA champion with the Knicks and former U.S. senator (D NJ), host of American Voices on Sirius XM and featured in the autobiographical documentary "Rolling Along: Bill Bradley" talks about this year's NBA finals, his take on national politics, and more. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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Brian Lehrer

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Raphael Warnock

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Michael Scherer

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Elana Schor

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Martha Raddatz

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Allan Wernick

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Daniel Squadron

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Nahal Toosi

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Jonathan Lemire

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Andrew Weissmann

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31 Ratings

Great series

2019-11-17

r.boomna

Compelling and timely. Fair and articulate. Great work.
What a dishonest statement about capitalism.

2020-10-03

sad12331

What a complete dishonest statement by the guest about capitalism. Saying that it is based on racism is complete lie. What about other countries around the world that has nothing to do with American racism. Capitalism has equalized a lot of people out of poverty around the world. Americans are so stupid, scandinavian countries are capitalist country. The show should get a smarter guest. Even the so called communist and socialist country have embraced capitalism.