The Home Front

Reed Galen
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The Home Front

Our nation is at an inflection point and American democracy is at stake. This podcast is hosted by Reed Galen and features conversations about today’s political challenges, our vision for the future, and how all Americans can be a part of the pro-democracy movement. Guests include political experts, thought leaders, journalists, authors, and activists. Reed Galen is author of “The Home Front” on Substack, co-founder of the Lincoln Project, and President of JoinTheUnion.us, a pro-democracy coalition dedicated to defending American democracy and defeating authoritarian candidates.

  1. 23 HR. AGO

    Does the Left Need Its Own Joe Rogan? (with Taylor Lorenz)

    Host Reed Galen is joined by Taylor Lorenz to discuss the always-evolving landscape of digital media (particularly in relation to politics and culture), how emojis have become politicized, the need for the left to have its own media ecosystem, and the challenges faced by Democrats in overcoming the apathy and disillusionment that is increasingly prevalent in young voters. For more from Taylor Lorenz, be sure to subscribe to “User Mag”, listen to “Power User with Taylor Lorenz”, and pick up “Extremely Online: The Untold Story of Fame, Influence, and Power on the Internet” wherever fine books are found. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us for a new social media platform for sane people, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    47 min

  2. 1 DAY AGO

    Trumps Early Picks and Where The Pro-Democracy Movement Goes from Here

    Host Reed Galen shares his perspective on the picks of Marco Rubio and Pete Hegseth to major national security posts and how Trump's decision will effect individual Americans. Then, Reed shares a speech he delivered to the Democratic Women of South Orange County (California) earlier this week. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    16 min

  3. 6 DAYS AGO

    The Pro-Democracy Movement’s “To-Do List” with Rep. Eric Swalwell

    Host Reed Galen is joined by Democratic Congressman Eric Swalwell (CA-14) to discuss post-election reactions, the current state of our nation’s political landscape and relationship with democracy, the challenges facing the Democratic Party, and why authenticity/personality is so paramount to political engagement (particularly in areas that have become uncontested). Plus, the importance of holding the GOP controlled Senate accountable in the upcoming Trump administration’s political appointments. For more from Rep. Eric Swalwell, be sure to follow him on social media. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us for a new social media platform for sane people, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    21 min

  4. NOV 7

    American Gut Punch :: Thoughts on Election 2024

    Host Reed Galen gives his take on the aftermath of the 2024 election and Donald Trump's landslide victory. Why it happened, what happens next, and what we need to do now. Now is not the time to quit, but the time to rest and regroup for the work ahead. Check out Reed's latest post at Substack: https://reedgalen.substack.com/p/the-apollo-13-election-part-i?r=33x0y Join Sez Us! Sez.us - the social media platform for sane people. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    19 min

  5. NOV 4

    How Crazy Will It Be? With Abigail Tracy

    Host Reed Galen and journalist Abigail Tracy discuss how Pennsylvania is looking, whether modern polling tells us anything, what Donald Trump could (or will) do on Election Night and whether the Democrats have done enough to make their case. You've only got one day left to do your part! Go to JoinTheUnion.us sign up in our Action Center to help the pro-democracy movement finish strong! Des Moines Register Final Survey: https://www.desmoinesregister.com/story/news/politics/iowa-poll/2024/11/02/iowa-poll-kamala-harris-leads-donald-trump-2024-presidential-race/75354033007/ Sign up for the Home Front on Substack! https://reedgalen.substack.com/ Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    50 min

  6. OCT 31

    Five Days to Go!

    Host Reed Galen records from on the road in Wisconsin Rapids, Wisconsin from the Join The Union and Civic Media Bus Tour. With just five days to Election Day, it's more important than ever to get involved! Go to JoinTheUnion.us to volunteer. Follow The Home Front on... Substack https://reedgalen.substack.com/ YouTube https://www.youtube.com/channel/UCsOdgIPa5Q1NIpZf4WUanbA Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    7 min

  7. OCT 29

    An American Mission Statement with Michael Ian Black

    Host Reed Galen is joined by actor, comedian, writer and proud member of the pro-democracy movement, Michael Ian Black. They discuss the transformation of the Republican Party, the implications of immigration on American identity, the power of narratives in shaping political landscapes, and the shared experiences of Americans across the country. Plus, the intricate relationship between comedy and politics…and UFO talk! For more from Michael Ian Black, be sure to watch “Have I Got News For You” on CNN, listen to Obscure with Michael Ian Black, and subscribe to Michael Ian Black on Substack. For more from Reed Galen subscribe to The Home Front, check out Sez Us, and if you want to personally join the fight to save our nation’s democracy, visit JoinTheUnion.us and sign up today. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    48 min

  8. OCT 28

    Hello Wisconsin!

    Host Reed Galen gives a brief report from the road in Wisconsin, why Kamala Harris should win on the numbers, and why every phone call, text, and door knock matters. Subscribe to The Home Front on Substack https://reedgalen.substack.com/ Subscribe to The Home Front on YouTube https://www.youtube.com/@TheHomefrontMediaUSA Join Sez.us The Social Media Platform for Sane People https://sez.us Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices

    8 min
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Our nation is at an inflection point and American democracy is at stake. This podcast is hosted by Reed Galen and features conversations about today’s political challenges, our vision for the future, and how all Americans can be a part of the pro-democracy movement. Guests include political experts, thought leaders, journalists, authors, and activists. Reed Galen is author of “The Home Front” on Substack, co-founder of the Lincoln Project, and President of JoinTheUnion.us, a pro-democracy coalition dedicated to defending American democracy and defeating authoritarian candidates.

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  • Creator
    Reed Galen
  • Years Active
    2K
  • Episodes
    27
  • Copyright
    © 2024
  • Show Website
    The Home Front

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