DMZ America with Ted Rall & Scott Stantis

Ted Rall & Scott Stantis
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Left-wing political cartoonist Ted Rall and right-wing political cartoonist Scott Stantis cut the BS out of today's news, politics and pop culture. 

  1. FEB 27

    Episode 230| February 26, 2026: Will Trump Cancel the Elections?

    Donald Trump certainly has good reasons to cancel the elections. Will he? Can he? The Washington Post reports that he is considering declaring a national emergency to justify federalizing the midterms—which is unconstitutional—on the grounds that China stole the 2020 election on behalf of Joe Biden. DMZ America co-hosts and colleagues Ted Rall (from the Left) and Scott Stantis (from the Right), who predicted the January 6th Capitol Riot and have been following Trump’s flirtations with American fascism all along, discuss why, how and whether the president may choose to end America’s 250-year experiment with representative democracy later this year. Joining Ted and Scott to discuss is Charles Lipson. Charles is a political scientist and Professor Emeritus of Political Science at the University of Chicago, where he held the Peter B. Ritzma Professorship and co-founded the Program on International Politics, Economics, and Security. He earned his undergraduate degrees in political science and economics from Yale and his Ph.D. from Harvard. Since joining Chicago in 1977, his work has focused on international relations, cooperation and conflict, and the political economy of global trade, debt, and investment. He is also a prolific columnist for outlets like RealClearPolitics and The Spectator, commenting on U.S. foreign policy and American politics. Support the show The DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrall Web: Rall.com

    1h 12m

  2. FEB 19

    Episode 229| February 19, 2026: Cartoonist Mike Luckovich Joins Ted and Scott

    Two-time Pulitzer-winning editorial cartoonist Mike Luckovich of the Atlanta Journal-Constitution, joins DMZ America co-hosts and colleagues Ted Rall (from the Left) and Scott Stantis (from the Right) to discuss cartoons, journalism and the news of the week: Economic challenges like inflation, affordability, jobs, and the deficit remain the dominant public concern, contributing to Trump’s approval rating dipping to around 36% as Americans feel his policies have failed to deliver relief. Immigration continues as a flashpoint, with aggressive enforcement, mass deportations, and reduced illegal crossings achieving some goals but drawing criticism over humanitarian issues, overreach, and mixed support amid ongoing DHS funding battles and the partial government shutdown. As the 2026 midterms approach, Republicans defend narrow majorities amid deepening polarization, with key battles over government funding, foreign policy isolationism straining alliances, voter integrity legislation like the SAVE Act. Support the show The DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrall Web: Rall.com

    1h 1m

  3. FEB 13

    DMZ America Podcast Ep 228: Cartoonist Steve Kelley on the State of the Nation

    Conservative syndicated editorial cartoonist and comic strip creator Steve Kelley, formerly of the San Diego Union-Tribune and the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette, joins DMZ America co-hosts and colleagues Ted Rall (from the Left) and Scott Stantis (from the Right) to break down the current state of the Trump Administration in its second year. A partial government shutdown looms, Trump's approval ratings on immigration--a good issue for the president usually--are tanking and the nation increasingly looks and feels a lot like the chaotic late 1960s. MAGA world appears to be coming apart at the seams, yet Democrats seem unable to seize the moment. What IS the real State of the Nation? Support the show The DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrall Web: Rall.com

    1h 3m

  4. FEB 6

    DMZ America Podcast Ep 227: Mr. Fish Draws the End Times

    Ted Rall (from the Left) and Scott Stantis (from the Right) dive deep with renowned political cartoonist Mr. Fish (Dwayne Booth). This sharp, subversive artist skewers power with bold, provocative illustrations that appear in Harper's Magazine, ScheerPost, and beyond. Known for his raw takes on politics, war, and society, Mr. Fish faces intense scrutiny over cartoons critiquing the Israel-Hamas conflict and U.S. policy. Critics blast some work as employing anti-Semitic tropes and leading to condemnation from University of Pennsylvania leadership. This firestorm culminates in his firing from lecturing at UPenn amid broader debates on free speech, academic freedom, and censorship in higher ed. Mr. Fish pushes back hard, framing it as part of a McCarthyist crackdown on dissent against genocide, apartheid, and fascism. Expect fireworks as these three editorial powerhouses clash and connect over cartooning's role in cutting through BS. Support the show The DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrall Web: Rall.com

    1h 10m

  5. JAN 24

    DMZ America Podcast Ep 226: ICE: Trump’s Stormtroopers

    The DMZ America Podcast dives headfirst into one of the most explosive issues rocking the nation right now: the transformation of ICE from a border security agency into a violent, unaccountable domestic force under the current Trump administration. ICE touts itself as DHS's top law enforcement arm, fighting transnational threats while protecting communities, legal immigration, trade, travel, and financial systems. But in practice, the administration ramps up agent numbers aggressively, deploys recruitment tactics that echo white nationalist themes—like using lyrics from "We'll Have Our Home Again" in ads—and slashes training about de-escalation and rules of engagement. A bombshell 233-page court order from Judge Sara L. Ellis in Chicago exposes widespread duplicity, lies, and abuse of power by ICE and DHS officials. She slams agents for using force that "shocks the conscience"—pepper-balling clergy, tear-gassing kids and pregnant women, tackling protesters without justification—finding no legitimate government interest in many actions. Top officials push narratives of “absolute immunity,” with Stephen Miller and JD Vance assuring agents they're untouchable, even as former ICE leaders like Deborah Fleischaker call it dangerous overreach that emboldens aggression and erodes public safety. As ICE becomes the biggest military force on Earth, against which Americans will they turn when they run out of illegals to deport? You and me. Ted Rall (from the Left) and Scott Stantis (from the Right) break it down—no holds barred, cutting through the spin with sharp analysis and dueling perspectives that make you think hard about power, accountability, and where this all leads. Support the show The DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrall Web: Rall.com

    59 min

  6. JAN 15

    DMZ America Podcast Ep 225: Scott Adams 1957-2026

    Tune in to the DMZ America Podcast as hosts Ted Rall from the left and Scott Stantis provide a rare behind-the-scenes remembrance of “Dilbert” cartoonist Scott Adams, who took comics syndication and critiques of office culture to dazzling heights before shifting Right, being canceled, and succumbing to cancer this week. Ted Rall, a top executive at United Media when “Dilbert” was at its peak, got to know Scott well as his editor and supervisor. He also crossed paths with him when Scott’s TV show was on air and Ted had a show in development at the same network that was intended to air following “Dilbert.” Scott and Ted consider Scott Adams’ place in the cultural firmament, the future of comics, and the political and racial controversies at the end of his life. Don’t miss this exclusive broadcast! Support the show The DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrall Web: Rall.com

    1h 2m

  7. 12/29/2025

    DMZ America Podcast Ep 224: Rob Rogers, Ex-Cartoonist for the Pittsburgh Post-Gazette

    Tune in to the DMZ America Podcast as hosts Ted Rall from the left and Scott Stantis check in with former Pittsburgh Post-Gazette political cartoonist Rob Rogers. Fired for criticizing Trump in his work, Rogers worked for decades at the Post-Gazette, the highest-profile newspaper top shut down in the journalism bloodbath. Ted and Scott bring you the exclusive dish. The three will also discuss Trump’s shocking moves to overthrow the president of Venezuela as well as his threats against Colombia, Iran, Cuba and other countries. Support the show The DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrall Web: Rall.com

    1h 7m

  8. 12/22/2025

    DMZ America Podcast Ep 223: 2026—The Year Ahead

    Political cartoonists Ted Rall (from the Left) and Scott Stantis (from the Right) preview the year ahead in politics and culture. Support the show The DMZ America Podcast is recorded weekly by political cartoonists Ted Rall and Scott Stantis. Twitter/X: @scottstantis and @tedrall Web: Rall.com

    1h 4m
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Left-wing political cartoonist Ted Rall and right-wing political cartoonist Scott Stantis cut the BS out of today's news, politics and pop culture. 

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