The Chris Cuomo Project

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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 HR AGO

    The Correspondents' Dinner Shooting Changed Nothing

    Chris Cuomo breaks down the aftermath of the White House Correspondents' Dinner shooting and why the response says more about the system than the event itself. Cuomo unpacks the Norah O'Donnell 60 Minutes interview where Trump was pressed on the shooter's manifesto, and asks why a network correspondent platformed the writings of a madman in the first place. He argues the violence wasn't just about one person or one moment — it's part of a broader pattern driven by what gets attention, clicks, and political advantage. From media coverage to political rhetoric, he says no one has real high ground, and everyone is incentivized to escalate rather than de-escalate. He examines how both sides react to moments like this, why outrage consistently outperforms reason, and how the algorithms amplify the most extreme voices. Cuomo also explains why he turned off comments on his own social media, and why focusing only on blame misses the bigger issue: a culture that rewards conflict and punishes nuance. 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 your DeleteMe plan when you go to https://joindeleteme.com/CUOMO and use promo code CUOMO at checkout. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1 hr

  2. 5 DAYS AGO

    The Iran War Has No Exit

    Ian Bremmer (President and Founder, Eurasia Group and GZERO Media) joins Chris Cuomo to break down where the Iran war is actually heading — and why the short-term politics are masking a much more serious long-term problem. Bremmer walks through the state of the ceasefire talks, the role Jared Kushner is playing in negotiations, and why Trump now has marginally more leverage than he did in the first round — but still not enough to get a deal that holds. He and Cuomo debate whether the Abraham Accords were a genuine diplomatic achievement or a business arrangement that lined Kushner's pockets, and what that history means for trusting the current process. The conversation turns to the economic consequences that are already unfolding — semiconductor shortages, jet fuel supply chains, LNG infrastructure damage, and the Strait of Hormuz — and why Bremmer argues these will take years to work through regardless of how Trump announces an exit. 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. Find LUCY near you at https://lucy.co/stores, or save 20% on your first online order at https://lucy.co/CCP with promo code CCP. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    59 min

  3. 21 APR

    The Case For Striking Iran Over Nukes Falls Apart

    Chris Cuomo breaks down the central claim driving the U.S. response to Iran: that the regime was on the verge of developing a nuclear weapon. Drawing on recent reporting and statements from international watchdogs, Cuomo argues that the timeline being presented publicly does not match the underlying facts. He explains the critical distinction between enriched uranium and a deployable nuclear weapon, and why conflating the two creates a sense of urgency that may not be justified. If the threat is as immediate as claimed, Cuomo asks, why stop short of removing the regime entirely? And if it isn't, what actually drove the decision to act now — and whether domestic pressures at home had more to do with the timing than the threat itself. Cuomo also examines the broader consequences of the strike: strained alliances, unclear objectives, and the risk of getting pulled deeper into a conflict without a defined endgame. He argues that the current approach delivers limited strategic benefit while increasing long-term costs, both abroad and at home. 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 Ready to reach your goals? Visit https://hims.com/CCP to get a personalized, affordable plan that gets you. Sign up for your one-dollar-per-month trial today at https://shopify.com/chrisc. Get 25% off Cowboy Colostrum with code CUOMO at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/CUOMO Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    46 min

  4. 16 APR

    Trump Has Lost The Plot

    Chris Cuomo argues that President Trump has “lost the plot” — focusing on Iran while missing the issues that matter most at home. He breaks down why the current approach to Iran may be strengthening the regime’s influence rather than weakening it, and why the justification for urgency around nuclear threats doesn’t fully hold up under scrutiny. Cuomo also explains how messaging failures and strategic missteps are shaping both the conflict and global perception. The larger point, he says, is about priorities: the real fight isn’t overseas — it’s affordability, healthcare, and the economic pressure facing Americans right now. 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 Go to https://leesa.com and use promo code CUOMO for 30% off select mattresses plus an extra $50 off, exclusive for Chris Cuomo listeners. Go to https://cozyearth.com/CHRIS for 20% off! #news #trump #cuomo #iran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    48 min

  5. 14 APR

    What The Epstein Files Actually Reveal

    David Enrich (Deputy Investigations Editor, The New York Times) joins Chris Cuomo to break down what the Epstein files actually reveal and why the most important part of the story may be the money. Enrich explains how Epstein built and sustained his wealth, how major financial institutions continued doing business with him despite repeated red flags, and why following that money is key to understanding how his crimes were enabled for so long. He also addresses the gap between public expectations and the available evidence, including why many widely held theories haven’t been substantiated. Cuomo and Enrich’s conversation digs into what has come out so far, what still doesn’t add up, and why accountability has been limited — not just legally, but across the institutions and individuals connected to Epstein’s network. 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 Go to https://leesa.com and use promo code CUOMO for 30% off select mattresses plus an extra $50 off, exclusive for Chris Cuomo listeners.Go to https://cozyearth.com/CHRIS for 20% off! #news #epstein #cuomo #trump Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    1hr 13min

  6. 9 APR

    The Iran War Is a Trap

    Chris Cuomo breaks down the Iran conflict as a political moment rather than just a foreign policy story, arguing that the current cease-fire and ongoing tensions reflect instability — not resolution. He examines why Iran retains leverage despite recent developments, how the situation has evolved into a strategic stalemate, and why traditional arguments about the war are unlikely to move voters. Cuomo also critiques how both parties are responding, suggesting that the focus on the conflict itself is misplaced. Instead, he outlines what he sees as the real opportunity: a shift back to domestic priorities like affordability, economic pressure, and rebuilding trust with voters who feel left behind. The question, he argues, is whether political leaders will recognize that opening — or continue to fight the wrong battle. The Iran conflict isn’t just about foreign policy — it’s becoming a distraction from the issues voters actually care about at home, and a political opportunity that both parties may be missing. 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 Upgrade your wallet today! Get 10% Off @Ridge with code CUOMO at https://www.Ridge.com/CUOMO #ridgepod Protect your family with life insurance from Ethos. Get up to $3 million in coverage in as little as 10 minutes at https://ethos.com/cuomo. Application times may vary. Rates may vary. #news #cuomo #trump #iran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    37 min

  7. 7 APR

    Trump Is About to Make a Big Mistake on Iran

    Chris Cuomo breaks down President Trump’s escalating threats to strike Iranian infrastructure if a deal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz isn’t reached — and why he argues that approach would hurt civilians far more than the regime. He explains why bombing power plants, bridges, and critical systems is unlikely to trigger regime change, how the deadline strategy risks backfiring, and why the U.S. may already be stuck in a conflict with no clear exit. Cuomo also argues that both parties are missing the political reality at home — that voters care more about affordability, stability, and domestic priorities than another prolonged conflict abroad. 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 your DeleteMe plan at https://joindeleteme.com/CUOMO with promo code CUOMO. Get 25% off Cowboy Colostrum with code CUOMO at https://www.cowboycolostrum.com/CUOMO #news #cuomo #trump #iran Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    35 min

  8. 2 APR

    The Real Meaning of Easter Has Nothing to Do With Religion

    Chris Cuomo explores the real meaning of Easter, breaking down Holy Week, Passover, and the origins of religious tradition to argue that the core message has less to do with faith—and more to do with human behavior, forgiveness, and change. He examines how Christianity borrowed from earlier traditions, why symbols like Easter and resurrection predate religion, and what lessons actually matter now. Cuomo argues that “rebirth and renewal” isn’t theological—it’s natural law—and applies to anyone, regardless of belief. He connects that idea to personal accountability, regret, forgiveness, and the ability to move forward after failure. This episode moves away from politics and focuses on something more fundamental: how to deal with what you’ve done, what’s been done to you, and what comes next. 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 Go to https://cozyearth.com/CHRIS for 20% off! Refresh your wardrobe with Quince at https://quince.com/cuomo for free shipping and 365-day returns, now available in Canada. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

    45 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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  • Creator
    Chris Cuomo
  • Years Active
    2022 - 2026
  • Episodes
    424
  • Rating
    Explicit
  • Show Website
    The Chris Cuomo Project
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