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The official podcast of the HBO limited series. Over six episodes, host Peter Sagal (of NPR’s Wait Wait...Don’t Tell Me) and creator and executive producer David Simon discuss The Plot Against America, HBO’s riveting adaptation of Philip Roth’s novel of the same name. Join Sagal and Simon as they dissect the show’s narrative choices, what it means to build an alternate history, and the story’s connection to our modern reality. The Plot Against America airs Mondays at 9 PM on HBO starting March 16. The Plot Against America Podcast is also available to stream on HBO apps starting Monday, March 16 at 10 PM.

The Plot Against America Podcast HBO

    • TV & Film
    • 4.7 • 696 Ratings

The official podcast of the HBO limited series. Over six episodes, host Peter Sagal (of NPR’s Wait Wait...Don’t Tell Me) and creator and executive producer David Simon discuss The Plot Against America, HBO’s riveting adaptation of Philip Roth’s novel of the same name. Join Sagal and Simon as they dissect the show’s narrative choices, what it means to build an alternate history, and the story’s connection to our modern reality. The Plot Against America airs Mondays at 9 PM on HBO starting March 16. The Plot Against America Podcast is also available to stream on HBO apps starting Monday, March 16 at 10 PM.

    Part Six: “A Different Kind of Country”

    Part Six: “A Different Kind of Country”

    In the sixth episode, host Peter Sagal sits down with The Plot Against America creator and executive producer David Simon to discuss Part Six of the limited series. Sagal and Simon track the path to a post-Lindbergh America, diving into Bess’s heroism, a country in upheaval, and the show’s jarring final moments. They also discuss the blowout between Alvin and Herman, and how it felt to watch the set burn. The Plot Against America Podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.

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    • 38 min
    Part Five: "America First"

    Part Five: "America First"

    In the fifth episode, host Peter Sagal sits down with The Plot Against America creator and executive producer David Simon to discuss Part Five of the limited series. As the drama intensifies, Sagal and Simon unpack the historical context for the chaos, including the phrase “America First.” They also discuss what it took to build an era-accurate newsreel theater, Sandy’s puberty-driven politics, and how Zoe Kazan shaped Bess’s heartbreaking ultimatum. The next episode of this podcast comes out after Part Six of the series. The Plot Against America airs Mondays at 9 PM on HBO. The Plot Against America Podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.
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    • 27 min
    Part Four: "Gay Kocken Offen Yam"

    Part Four: "Gay Kocken Offen Yam"

    In the fourth episode, host Peter Sagal sits down with The Plot Against America creator and executive producer David Simon to discuss Part Four of the limited series. Sagal and Simon get into how the Lindbergh era is changing the Levin family, from fights over Evelyn and Bengelsdorf’s complicity, to the slap heard ‘round Weequahic. They also take us deeper into the show’s production, and reveal the line that made Winona Ryder say yes to the role of Evelyn. The next episode of this podcast comes out after Part Five of the series. The Plot Against America airs Mondays at 9 PM on HBO. The Plot Against America Podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.
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    • 30 min
    Part Three: “Freedom Can Be Lost”

    Part Three: “Freedom Can Be Lost”

    In the third episode, host Peter Sagal sits down with The Plot Against America creator and executive producer David Simon to discuss Part Three of the limited series. Sagal and Simon unpack life under a Lindbergh Presidency, including Bengelsdorf’s “Just Folks” assimilation program, and the historical precedent of anti-Jewish discrimination in the US. They also delve into what it means to create a Jewish-American identity, and Anthony Boyle’s (Alvin) surprisingly good Jersey accent. The next episode of this podcast comes out after Part Four of the series. The Plot Against America airs Mondays at 9 PM on HBO. The Plot Against America Podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.

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    • 33 min
    Part Two: "Koshering Lindbergh"

    Part Two: "Koshering Lindbergh"

    In the second episode, host Peter Sagal sits down with The Plot Against America creator and executive producer David Simon to discuss Part Two of the limited series. Sagal and Simon unpack the burgeoning relationship between Evelyn and Rabbi Bengelsdorf, and discuss the role the rabbi plays in “Koshering Lindbergh” for the nation. They also dig into the historical context for complicity, and the real American isolationism behind the show’s premise. The Plot Against America airs Mondays at 9 PM on HBO. The Plot Against America Podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.
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    • 36 min
    Part One: “It Can Happen Here”

    Part One: “It Can Happen Here”

    In the first episode, host Peter Sagal sits down with The Plot Against America creator and executive producer David Simon to discuss Part One of the limited series. Sagal and Simon dive into the origin of the series and getting author Philip Roth’s blessing. They also dig into the core of the characters, give some insight into historical fact versus fiction, and discuss the show’s broader themes. The next episode of this podcast comes out after Part Two of the series. The Plot Against America airs Mondays at 9 PM on HBO. The Plot Against America Podcast is produced by HBO in conjunction with Pineapple Street Studios.
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    • 34 min

Customer Reviews

4.7 out of 5
696 Ratings

696 Ratings

Call of the dead ( brains) ,

Needs to be listened to (and yes trumpers, stay mad)

It’s a great companion to the series and goes it to more detail about the parallels of today’s America and the early 20th century and how easily people can fall for demagoguery. History doesn’t repeat but it does rhyme. As for the 1 star trumper reviews: the show is literally about politics and how it affects families who have to suffer under REAL oppression thanks to leaders who are at best ambivalent about how their ideas inform what people see as acceptable behavior and at worst actively condoning it.

JoeyAmerican ,

Brainwashed Democrats

It’s so sad to see these “libs” who can’t think for themselves. Please TRY to take in all of the facts that the narrative spinning CNBC’s of this world spits out, and come to your own conclusion. Wanting secure borders is important for a multitude of legitimate reasons. Dems are letting anyone and everyone enter America through the now open border. A rational and logical thinker would clearly understand that it’s safer for our countries communities to allow immigrants to be vetted, assuring that they are not criminals, rapists, murderers etc. Conservatives welcome people entering our country LEGALLY. But what’s the automatic knee jerk response of the Democrats? “You’re RACIST! You’re ALL racist!” Which if you pay attention even slightly, you’ll realize that accusation is their typical defensive comeback response. Unfortunately, libs aren’t concerned with crime or destructive riots unless it’s in their front yard. “Defund the police”, until they need assistance from 911 in which case their inner Karen will emerge with, “what took you so long? My Prius is on fire!” Think people, PLEASE. Why are the democrats so intent on keeping the borders open? Power and Control via elections. They are expecting and counting on those immigrants votes when it’s election time. This is why they can’t allow voter Id’s interfere with their agenda. VOTER ID’s? Like EVERY other country in the world to ensure honest and fraud free elections? We can’t have that! Let’s play the race card. “Racist, racist, you want voter Id.” Blatant race card usage when the Georgia issue that the libs are complaining about has extended hours of voting than Biden’s home state of Delaware. Come on people, think! Leaders of numerous countries scratch their head trying to make the connection between voter ID and racism. Then they laugh. Think. Who are they laughing at? Not the clever Democrats spinning their narratives, but rather half of Americans idiotically nodding their heads at the CNN’s, CNBC’s, MSNBC’s tall tale tellers on their screens. Please people(referring to only half of Americans), open your minds and absorb current event from numerous sources. Then THINK for yourselves to arrive at your own conclusions. The country, our country will be better for it. And on a side note. If any “lib” calls me racist, I’ll look them square in the eye and say “you should meet my wife. She’s a wonderful woman with an impressive ethnic heritage.” Then I’ll punch them right in the frickin’ nose!!!!
When they open their eyes and get up, I’ll not ask but TELL them to THINK!!!
Joey

K💋R💋-J😎 ,

Nope

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