RealClearPolitics Podcast

RealClearPolitics, Carl Cannon, Tom Bevan
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  1. 20H AGO

    Rep. Jim Clyburn Seeks an 18th Term

    Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, and Carl Cannon discuss Democratic Rep. Jim Clyburn (D-SC) who announced this morning that he would seek an 18th term in Congress at the age of 85, amid reports that he was planning to withdraw in hopes of handing his seat to his daughter. Also, Sen. John Cornyn (R-TX) reversed his opposition to ending the filibuster in the Senate in order to secure passage of the Save America Act, claiming the decision was not affected by his hope for President Donald Trump’s endorsement in the upcoming run-off election against his challenger, State Attorney General Ken Paxton, for the Republican Senate nomination in Texas. Then, Peter Berkowitz of the Hoover Institution joins the guys to discuss today’s announcement by Iran’s new supreme leader that the Straits of Hormuz will remain closed, last night’s statement by President Trump that the Iran War had already been won, and the future of the world energy market. Next, they talk about today’s article in The Washington Post concerning Sen. Markwayne Mullen (R-OK) which reports that he once hired a felon who illegally stored guns at one of Mullins’ facilities. Mullen is slated to testify before Congress next week seeking confirmation as Secretary of Homeland Security. Plus, a new music video featuring the AI generated character Tilly Norwood has been released encouraging Hollywood to embrace artificial intelligence, just in time for this year’s Oscar weekend. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    50 min
  2. Partisanship and the Iran War

    2D AGO

    Partisanship and the Iran War

    Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and RCP White House Correspondent Phil Wegmann discuss extreme partisanship and the Iran War, including how Senators comment following White House briefings. Also, the closing of The Straits of Hormuz and how the price of oil will affect Administration decision making on the war. Then, RCP Senior Elections Analyst Sean Trende joins the team to discuss yesterday’s special election results from Georgia, new polling in the California governor’s race, and President Donald Trump’s trip today to Kentucky and Ohio. Next, they discuss Starbucks’ decision to relocate executive offices to Nashville and company founder Howard Schultz’ decision to move to Miami in advance of Washington State passing a new tax on millionaires. And lastly, they talk about the recognition of New York City’s police for heroism during this Saturday’s attempted bombing outside of Gracie Mansion. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    50 min

  3. 3D AGO

    President Donald Trump’s Press Conference on the Iran War

    Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Donald Trump’s press conference last night on the Iran War and Vice President JD Vance’s political future. Then, Richard Porter joins them to discuss medical innovation when it comes to treating cancer and what steps could be taken to improve innovation in the healthcare industry. Next, they talk about new polling in the Maine Senate race, where Republican Susan Collins will likely face off against either Graham Platner or Governor Janet Mills. Then finally, they discuss, the AI program called Claude which provides surprising answers when prompted to discuss converting to Christianity. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    50 min

  4. 3D AGO

    The Latest on the War in Iran

    Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the latest on the War in Iran, including rising oil prices, Secretary of War Pete Hegseth’s remarks from last night on “Sixty Minutes,” and Sen. Lindsey Graham’s (R-SC) comments on the future of Cuba. Then, Jeffrey Gedmin, President of the Middle East Broadcasting Networks, discusses the future of public diplomacy following this weekend’s judicial ruling that last spring Kari Lake was not legally authorized to cut jobs and funding at Voice of America and other government-funded broadcasting agencies. And, they discuss reports that New York City Mayor Zohran Mamdani’s wife – Rama Duwaji – posted “likes” to social media posts critical of Israel in the wake of the October 7, 2023 attacks by Hamas on Israel, including one that called New York Times’ reporting on rapes by Hamas “a hoax.” Also, they talk about the GOP gathering today for their annual policy conference to discuss the party’s legislative agenda and plans for the midterm elections. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    50 min
  5. Kristi Noem is Reassigned

    6D AGO

    Kristi Noem is Reassigned

    Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss the reasons behind the firing of Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem yesterday. Also, the politics surrounding the murder of Stephanie Minter in Fairfax, VA by an illegal immigrant with a long history of criminality and the implications for Virginia Governor Abigail Spanberger, who has made Virginia a sanctuary state. Then, author and political scientist Joshua Murvachik joins the guys to discuss democratization and “nation building” in Iran, including lessons from the Iraq War and the Arab Spring. Then, finally they discuss the life of legendary college football coach Lou Holtz, who died this week at the age of 89. Plus, the guys dish up their “You Cannot Be Serious” stories for the week. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    50 min

  6. MAR 5

    The Big Texas Run-Off

    Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan and Carl Cannon discuss President Donald Trump’s announcement that he plans to endorse a candidate in the run-off for the Republican Senate nomination in Texas, and whether Democratic Senate Candidate James Talarico’s embrace of progressive Christianity provides a new direction for the Democratic Party when it comes to religion. Next, they discuss the latest on the War in Iran, including news that Kurdish forces on the Iran/Iraq border have launched ground operations in Western Iran and today’s House vote on the War Powers Act. And latstly, John Tillman, author of the new book, “The Political Vise” joins the guys to discuss why he thinks Progressives have been more effective at controlling American politics than conservatives and what conservatives can do to regain the initiative when it comes to public debate. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    50 min
  7. Pete Hegseth's Pentagon Briefing on the Iranian War

    MAR 4

    Pete Hegseth's Pentagon Briefing on the Iranian War

    Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and Phil Wegmann discuss the war in Iran, including this morning’s Pentagon briefing by Secretary of War Pete Hegseth and JCS Chair Dan Caine. Then, RCP Senior Elections analyst Sean Trende joins the guys to discuss yesterday’s primary results from Texas and other states. And finally, they discuss Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem’s congressional testimony. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

    50 min
  8. The Iranian War Day 4

    MAR 3

    The Iranian War Day 4

    Andrew Walworth, Tom Bevan, Carl Cannon and Phil Wegmann discuss Wegmann’s private phone call with President Donald Trump last night, the justifications offered by different members of the administration for the strikes on Iran and the domestic politics surrounding the Iran War. Then, General John Teichert (USAF Ret.) joins them to discuss the air war over the Middle East, what may come next, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s remarks yesterday concerning Israel and the timing of U.S. strike on Iran. Then finally, they preview today’s primaries in Texas and discuss President Trump’s announcement that he will attend this year’s White House Correspondents Dinner. Hosted by Simplecast, an AdsWizz company. See https://pcm.adswizz.com for information about our collection and use of personal data for advertising.

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  • Creator
    RealClearPolitics, Carl Cannon, Tom Bevan
  • Years Active
    2020 - 2026
  • Episodes
    600
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    Clean
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    © RealClear Media
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