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When David Axelrod, Mike Murphy and Robert Gibbs get together to talk politics, it’s not academic. They speak from the perspective gained through hundreds of campaigns for offices from City Hall to the White House. So if you want to know what’s really going on behind the scenes, where strategic decisions are being made, pull up a stool for Hacks on Tap. Incisive, sometimes uproarious and always entertaining, these political warhorses and their guests will give you insights you’ll only get from folks who have spent a lifetime in the political trenches of both parties.
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The Angry Trump (with Chris Christie)
This week, Axe and Murphy were joined by former New Jersey governor and recent GOP presidential hopeful, Chris Christie! The Hacks draw on Christie’s experience preparing Trump for past debates to discuss his mindset heading into the Biden debate, his legal saga and fear of jail, Nikki Haley’s endorsement, being the adult in the room, leaf blowers, surrogates, and much more.
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Wetting the Bed (with Howard Wolfson)
This week, Axe and Murphy are joined by the legendary Hack and master strategist, Howard Wolfson. The Hacks delve into Trump's legal troubles: where are they headed, and do voters care? They compare the Biden and Trump campaign financing reports, preview the June presidential debate, discuss foreign policy issues, and reveal Mike Murphy's pop culture presence.
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W.T.F., Man? (With John Heilemann)
This week, Axe and Gibbs were joined by one of our esteemed Hackeroos, a favorite among all-stars, none other than John Heilemann. Together, they delve into various topics, including the rotating cast of characters in court with Donald Trump, the latest poll findings from the New York Times, economic trends and the rising cost of living, as well as the ongoing conflicts in the Middle East, plus so much more!
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Floors & Ceilings (with Doug Sosnik)
This week Axe and Murphy were joined by an expert Hackeroo, Doug Sosnik, former Senior Advisor to President Bill Clinton. the Hacks discuss Trump’s legal antics, Big Campaign Energy (BCE), puppy slayers, the race for GOP VP, RFK’s unbaked cake, escape valves, capitalism, and so much more.
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Tired, Sleepy & Gassy (with Paul Begala)
This week Murphy and Gibbs were joined by the great Paul Begala, CNN contributor and former counselor to President Bill Clinton. The Hacks discuss the White House Correspondents Dinner, Trump’s ongoing legal issues, CNN’s newest poll, unconventional media opportunities, shooting puppies(???), and so much more!
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Bubbling Over (with Scott Jennings)
This week, Axe and Murphy were joined by Scott Jennings, a GOP strategist, conservative columnist, and CNN commentator. The Hacks discuss Johnson’s Speakership and the battle to pass aid packages, star GOP recruits, foreign wars, campus free speech, Biden’s messaging, and Trump’s trials.
Customer Reviews
Great show!
Loved the Chris Christie episode! He was a fun and informative guest. He actually had good advice and suggestions for Joe. Joe should call him for advice. The Biden reelection team is terrible. He is going to lose if they don’t get on it. It’s great to hear a R tell it like it is. Have him back!
Axe I was touched by you ending about your father… beautiful call to ask for help from troubled people.
Love the hacks!
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I would vote for anyone but Trump.
Hey, you wanna save democracy ? Get on the team and quit bashing Biden
Let’s be positive. Let’s get people pumped instead of constantly ripping on Biden. He did a good job. He still is doing a good job. If you have a personal problem with him call him, quit spewing it on the rest of us. I don’t want to live in Trump’s America. Please!
Great podcast
Gentlemen, I’m not wetting the bed, I’m wearing pampers…The smart money is stocking up on them… There’s going to be a run of them.