The Chris Cuomo Project

Chris Cuomo
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The Chris Cuomo Project is the official podcast of award-winning veteran broadcast journalist Chris Cuomo. Chris’ independent voice provides listeners with an up-close view of politics, global affairs, and American culture from a vantage point uniquely shaped by decades of insider experience. Every Tuesday, Chris presents his signature take on today’s pressing current events — and explores how these stories are being covered by all sides of the media — through in-depth interviews with newsmakers, tastemakers, and other influential figures. On Thursdays, Chris shares insights into subjects that deeply matter to him personally, and answers YouTube comments and listener phone calls. Free from the constraints of a traditional media organization, The Chris Cuomo Project is home to independents, free agents, and those who don’t fit nicely on one side or the other. Let’s get after it.

  1. 7 hrs ago

    Stephen Miller Created His Own Nightmare

    Chris Cuomo breaks down why Stephen Miller’s latest attack on Democrats may reveal more about MAGA’s vulnerabilities than the opposition’s. Cuomo argues that the populist anger that propelled Donald Trump to power hasn’t disappeared—it has grown—and that the same frustrations driving voters today could ultimately be turned against Trump and the Republican establishment.   Cuomo also explains what New York City’s recent elections say about the broader political landscape, why establishment candidates continue to struggle, and why voters increasingly favor outsiders over experience. Plus, he examines why “democratic socialism” has become such a difficult political brand, arguing that Democrats are making the right diagnosis about many of America’s problems while handicapping themselves with language that alienates persuadable voters.   Join The Chris Cuomo Project on YouTube for ad-free episodes, early releases, exclusive access to Chris, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@chriscuomo/join Follow and subscribe to The Chris Cuomo Project on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday: https://linktr.ee/cuomoproject Save 20% on your first online Lucy order at https://lucy.co/CUOMO with promo code CUOMO! Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    48 min

  2. 2d ago

    Marjorie Taylor Greene Says Trump Betrayed MAGA

    Marjorie Taylor Greene (former U.S. Representative for Georgia’s 14th Congressional District) joins Chris Cuomo for one of her most candid conversations yet, explaining why she believes Donald Trump has broken key promises to the MAGA movement, why she refuses to give unconditional loyalty to any politician, and why she says Trump—not her—is the one who changed. Greene discusses her growing disagreements with Trump, the future of MAGA, government spending, foreign policy, immigration, and the Jeffrey Epstein controversy that continues to divide Trump’s supporters. She also shares details of conversations she had with Trump about the Epstein files, explains why she believes many voters feel betrayed by Washington, and argues that political leaders are demanding loyalty instead of delivering results. Cuomo and Greene debate whether MAGA is still the movement it once was, what happens when political identity becomes personal loyalty, and why so many Americans remain frustrated with both parties despite years of promises from Washington. The conversation also explores the midterms, populism, America’s political future, and whether either party is addressing the issues that matter most to voters. Join The Chris Cuomo Project on YouTube for ad-free episodes, early releases, exclusive access to Chris, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@chriscuomo/join Follow and subscribe to The Chris Cuomo Project on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday: https://linktr.ee/cuomoproject Try QUO for free and get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.quo.com/CUOMO Get 30% off your entire order of Soul Mood Gummies at https://GetSoul.com with promo code CUOMO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 11m

  3. Jun 18

    Trump Just Caved To Iran And Called It A Deal

    Chris Cuomo breaks down all 14 points in the Trump administration’s Iran Memorandum of Understanding and explains why he believes the fine print tells a very different story than the public messaging. Cuomo walks point by point through what the memo says about sanctions relief, frozen assets, reconstruction funding, the Strait of Hormuz, military de-escalation, Iran’s nuclear program, and the unresolved questions being pushed into later negotiations.   Cuomo argues that the memo is not a final deal, not a stronger version of the Obama-era Iran agreement, and not the nuclear breakthrough Trump claims it to be. He compares the 14 points to the JCPOA, explains why he sees the current framework as more about ending Trump’s war and reopening the Strait than stopping Iran’s nuclear ambitions, and lays out why he believes the agreement gives Iran major concessions before requiring meaningful action in return.  Join The Chris Cuomo Project on YouTube for ad-free episodes, early releases, exclusive access to Chris, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@chriscuomo/join Follow and subscribe to The Chris Cuomo Project on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday: https://linktr.ee/cuomoproject Get 15% off OneSkin with the code CUOMO at https://www.oneskin.co/CUOMO  #oneskinpod  Unlock your best hair & skin with @iRestorelaser and HUGE savings on iRESTORE with code CUOMO at https://irestore.com/CUOMO! #irestorepod Find LUCY near you at https://lucy.co/stores, or save 20% on your first online order at https://lucy.co/CUOMO with promo code CUOMO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    53 min

  4. Jun 16

    Trump Just Turned The White House Into A Freak Show

    Chris Cuomo explains why a bizarre moment at UFC 250, when heavyweight fighter Josh Hokit declared “Michelle Obama is a man” during a post-fight interview, revealed something much bigger than a bad joke. Cuomo argues that MAGA has drifted away from the populist movement that once appealed to frustrated and disaffected voters and has instead become a spectacle centered on loyalty, grievance, and attention-seeking behavior.   Using the White House UFC event as a case study, Cuomo breaks down why he believes Trump’s political movement is losing touch with the people it originally claimed to represent, why young men remain politically available to both parties, how corporate interests and political branding have replaced real populism, and why Democrats are missing a major opportunity if they focus on mocking MAGA voters instead of addressing the frustrations that drove many of them there in the first place.  Cuomo also discusses Graham Platner, Dan Bongino, Joe Rogan, the No Kings protests, Trump’s Iran claims, healthcare costs, corporate power, and the growing gap between political rhetoric and economic reality.   Join The Chris Cuomo Project on YouTube for ad-free episodes, early releases, exclusive access to Chris, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@chriscuomo/join Follow and subscribe to The Chris Cuomo Project on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday: https://linktr.ee/cuomoproject Get $20 OFF the Waver Vibration Plate and Free Shipping at https://lifeprofitness.com with code CUOMO at checkout. #ad  Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://shopify.com/chrisc. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    48 min

  5. Jun 11

    Everything Costs More And Trump Owns It

    Chris Cuomo reacts to new inflation data showing consumer prices rose 4.2% in May—the highest level in three years—and explains why he believes the report could become Donald Trump’s biggest political problem. Cuomo responds to Trump’s claim that he “loves” the latest numbers and argues that voters care far more about what they’re paying for gas, groceries, housing, and everyday necessities than any political talking point coming from Washington. Using the latest CPI report, Cuomo breaks down how rising energy costs, tariffs, and the economic fallout from the Iran conflict are putting pressure on consumers and small businesses. He explains why inflation has climbed back above 4%, why purchasing power matters more than stock market gains, and why he believes the midterms will ultimately be decided by one question: do Americans feel financially better off than they did before? Join The Chris Cuomo Project on YouTube for ad-free episodes, early releases, exclusive access to Chris, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@chriscuomo/join Follow and subscribe to The Chris Cuomo Project on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday: https://linktr.ee/cuomoproject Get 46% off your entire order at https://NOBLTravel.com #NOBL #ad Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    42 min

  6. Jun 9

    James Carville Wants Democrats To Go Scorched Earth On Trump

    James Carville (political strategist & consultant) joins Chris Cuomo to explain why he believes Donald Trump poses a unique threat to America, why Democrats need to stop playing defense, and why he thinks it’s time to go all-in against Trump and MAGA. Carville argues that Trump’s actions are doing lasting damage to the country, while Cuomo challenges whether anger and escalation are actually the best path to winning elections. The two debate whether Democrats should focus on exposing Trump’s behavior or offering a more compelling alternative, the political lessons of Bill Clinton, the future of the Democratic Party, the rise of James Talarico and Graham Platner, why voters forgive politicians they believe are fighting for them, the state of the 2026 midterms, and whether Trump’s political movement is stronger or weaker than it appears. They also discuss media incentives, economic populism, and whether Democrats are missing the biggest opportunity in American politics today. #news #politics #trump #democrats #cuomo Join The Chris Cuomo Project on YouTube for ad-free episodes, early releases, exclusive access to Chris, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@chriscuomo/join Follow and subscribe to The Chris Cuomo Project on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday: https://linktr.ee/cuomoproject Head to https://cozyearth.com and use code CHRIS for an exclusive 20% off. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1h 6m

  7. Jun 4

    3 Signs Of The Coming Political Apocalypse

    Chris Cuomo lays out what he believes are the three signs of a coming political apocalypse: Trump’s transformation of MAGA into a movement centered on personal grievance and retribution, the rise of outsider candidates like Graham Platner who can survive scandals and scrutiny that would destroy traditional politicians, and the upheaval surrounding Scott Pelley’s firing from 60 Minutes. Cuomo argues that each story reveals a deeper truth about where American politics is headed and why the old rules no longer seem to apply.   Cuomo explains what he calls the “Platner Paradox,” why anti-establishment populism is growing on the left as well as the right, and why voters increasingly care more about authenticity and disruption than traditional qualifications. He also examines Pelley’s departure from 60 Minutes, CBS’s settlement with Trump, the pressures facing legacy media, and why he believes journalism is being forced to reinvent itself. Throughout the episode, Cuomo argues that the forces that created MAGA have not disappeared—they are evolving—and that the next political movement may be even bigger than the one that brought Trump to power. Join The Chris Cuomo Project on YouTube for ad-free episodes, early releases, exclusive access to Chris, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@chriscuomo/join Upgrade your wallet today! Get up to 40% off @Ridge during their Father’s Day Sale when you go to https://www.Ridge.com/CUOMO #Ridgepod Elevate your summer wardrobe. Go to quince.com/cuomo for free shipping on your order and 365-day returns. Now available in Canada, too. That's quince.com/cuomo for free shipping and 365-day returns. quince.com/cuomo Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    55 min

  8. Jun 2

    Trump Walked Into Iran Without A Plan

    Chris Cuomo explains why he believes there will be no meaningful deal with Iran anytime soon, arguing that Trump’s approach suffers from three major flaws: Iran’s leadership doesn’t trust him after he abandoned the original nuclear agreement, the United States entered this confrontation without the international coalition that made previous negotiations possible, and America lacks the political will to do what would actually be required to force regime change. Cuomo also challenges claims that Iran was only weeks away from a nuclear weapon and argues that the administration sold the public a far more urgent threat than the available intelligence supported. Cuomo breaks down the collapse of the JCPOA, the strategic importance of the Strait of Hormuz, Israel’s role in the conflict, and why he believes military action has left the United States with fewer options rather than more leverage. He also argues that Democrats are missing an opportunity to challenge Trump politically, urging them to stop focusing on outrage and start making a direct case that Trump’s foreign policy, tariffs, and economic decisions are making life harder for ordinary Americans. According to Cuomo, the real political fight isn’t about convincing voters to be offended by Trump — it’s about convincing them that his policies are failing. #news #politics #iran #trump #cuomo Join The Chris Cuomo Project on YouTube for ad-free episodes, early releases, exclusive access to Chris, and more: https://www.youtube.com/@chriscuomo/join Follow and subscribe to The Chris Cuomo Project on Apple Podcasts, Spotify, and YouTube for new episodes every Tuesday and Thursday: https://linktr.ee/cuomoproject Get 30% off Soul Mood Gummies at https://GetSoul.com with promo code CUOMO. Try QUO for free and get 20% off your first 6 months at https://www.quo.com/CUOMO. Head to https://Superpower.com and use code CUOMO at checkout for $20 off your membership. Unlock your new health intelligence. 100+ biomarkers. Every year. Detect early signs of 1,000+ conditions. #superpowerpod Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    42 min
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The Chris Cuomo Project is the official podcast of award-winning veteran broadcast journalist Chris Cuomo. Chris’ independent voice provides listeners with an up-close view of politics, global affairs, and American culture from a vantage point uniquely shaped by decades of insider experience. Every Tuesday, Chris presents his signature take on today’s pressing current events — and explores how these stories are being covered by all sides of the media — through in-depth interviews with newsmakers, tastemakers, and other influential figures. On Thursdays, Chris shares insights into subjects that deeply matter to him personally, and answers YouTube comments and listener phone calls. Free from the constraints of a traditional media organization, The Chris Cuomo Project is home to independents, free agents, and those who don’t fit nicely on one side or the other. Let’s get after it.

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