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GD POLITICS

Galen Druke
Politics
Wisconsin
Donald Trump
Fivethirtyeight
Tariffs
Pope
Democratic Primary
2028 Election
2026 Midterms
Elon Musk
Canada
Inflation
Community Building
Democratic Party
Florida
Stock Market
Economic Uncertainty
Trump
Fivethirtyeight Politics Podcast
ABC News

Making sense of politics and the world with curiosity, rigor, and a sense of humor. www.gdpolitics.com

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The politics of healthcare are again front and center in Washington. Last week, Senate Democrats’ proposal to extend the enhanced Affordable Care Act subsidies for three years failed to get 60 votes, as did a Republican proposal that would end the su... more

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If you are tired of hearing about how messy American politics are, today I’m offering you a reprieve. You’re going to hear about how messy British politics are.

Last week I was in London, exploring the city and speaking with journalists, friends and... more

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Recent Guests

Helen Thompson
Professor of Political Economy at Cambridge and author of the book 'Disorder: Hard Times in the 21st Century'
University of Cambridge
Episode: How The UK Became Ungovernable
David Runciman
Honorary Professor of Politics at Cambridge and host of the Past Present Future podcast.
University of Cambridge
Episode: How The UK Became Ungovernable
Colin Woodard
Director of the Nationhood Lab at the Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy
Pell Center for International Relations and Public Policy
Episode: Is America Really 11 Nations?
Patrick Ruffini
Co-founder of Echelon Insights and author of Party of the People
Echelon Insights
Episode: Is The MAGA Coalition Coming Apart?
Michael Lange
Author of the newsletter, The Narrative Wars, New York City data expert
Episode: Does Zohran Mamdani Have A Majority Coalition?
Steven Pinker
Psychology professor at Harvard University and author of many books, including 'When Everyone Knows That Everyone Knows'
Harvard University
Episode: Steven Pinker On The Coordination Game Of Politics
Gabe Fleisher
Author of the newsletter Wake Up To Politics; started writing his newsletter at nine years old
Episode: How Will The Shutdown End?
Nadine Strossen
Former president of the ACLU and author of the book HATE: Why We Should Resist It with Free Speech, Not Censorship.
Foundation For Individual Rights And Expression (FIRE)
Episode: Why A Lifelong Free Speech Defender Is Optimistic In This Moment
Jessica Roth
Professor of Law at Cardozo and co-director of the Center for Ethics in the Practice of Law
Cardozo School of Law
Episode: The Cases That Could Rein In Trump

Host

Galen Druke
Host of Gd Politics

Reviews

4.9 out of 5 stars from 680 ratings
  • Ugh. Paywalled with no growth

    Changing my rating due to paid requirement. Putting one pod behind a paywall and one free is a bad move and quite frankly, this podcast is solid but I don’t pay for just podcasts and barely any other content. Frustrating. —- Great start to the podcast. Having Nate Silver as the first guest just makes sense. The conversation was top notch. Galen is an excellent host and I was happy to have the familiar voice back in my feed. First episode it makes sense to lean on what you know, but I look forwar... more

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    Mr Grogu the Duece
    United Statesa month ago
  • I’m Done

    I’ve listened to Galen for years and was happy and excited to support this new venture, but come on, man. There’s a whole world outside of New York. As a red state liberal, I’m tired of the trash talk about us useless rubes in flyover country. If I’d known you thought so little of us all along, I probably wouldn’t have bothered with 538 at all, never mind GD Politics. Have a great day.

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    Mogera Robusta
    United Statesa month ago
  • 538 Politics Podcast, But Without the Ego or Corporate Overlord

    Host Galen is a savvy and engaging podcast hosting and producing veteran who knows how to balance his analysis with the analysis of the excellent guests he gets. Topics are extremely relevant week by week and episodes are more fun without ABC to answer to

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    JPG4285
    United States2 months ago
  • 🎂

    GALEN! Why did it take me so long to find your podcast???? I have missed you & 538 so much!!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    trail name is Kettu
    United States2 months ago
  • LOVE the new look

    Always excellent discussions and now you finally have a logo worthy of your show!!

    Apple Podcasts
    5
    mrb-qns
    United States2 months ago

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Listeners often mention the podcast as a fulfilling substitute for previous political shows they enjoyed, highlighting a strong sense of loyalty and connection.
While many praise the engaging style and humor, some have criticized the podcast's accessibility due to paywall decisions and perceived biases.
Feedback indicates that listeners value a balanced approach to contentious issues, favoring depth without unnecessary sensationalism.
Listeners appreciate the insightful analyses and depth of discussions on current political events.
The host's familiarity with previous audiences adds a sense of comfort and relatability in discussions around complex topics.

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#132
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#198
Ireland/News
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#241
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Is America Really 11 Nations?
Q: Why might these cultures endure despite shifts in immigration and technological change?
Colin outlines that data shows the differences are increasing over time, with historical settlement patterns still affecting contemporary American identity.
Is America Really 11 Nations?
Q: Can we just begin by identifying some of the main quote unquote nations that you say make up the United States?
Colin explains that to understand the United States, you must recognize it as a federation of separate stateless nations with distinct regional cultures formed from different colonial projects.
Celebrity Politicians, Dummymandering, And The Texas Primary
Q: How do you think celebrity status affects the electoral prospects of candidates like Tyler Perry?
If celebrity status is undervalued, then it could play a significant role, although not many celebrities have transitioned successfully to politics.
Celebrity Politicians, Dummymandering, And The Texas Primary
Q: What do you make of the idea of moving to ranked choice voting in a presidential primary?
I think it's an interesting idea, but I'm not sure how excited the rest of America is about it since many don't care much about election systems like redistricting and ranked choice voting.
A 2025 Election Post-Mortem
Q: Linley, were there particular surprises in that, that get at this question of turnout versus persuasion?
Yes, the economy was a significant motivation for voters, with many stating they were dissatisfied with the country, indicating issues affecting voter turnout and preference changes.

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Exploring the dynamic landscape of American and global politics, this podcast tackles pressing issues with a combination of depth and lightheartedness. Noteworthy discussions feature political developments, historical influences on current events, and the intersection of policy and societal trends. A diverse array of guests enriches the commentary, contributing expertise from various fields such as political science, economics, and sociology while appealing to listeners' interests in understanding the complexities of governance and social dynamics.

Unique for its balance between serious analysis and engaging banter, this podcast aims to foster informed discussions about the political climate. Whether addressing pop culture's role in politi... more

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2. David Runciman
3. Colin Woodard
4. Patrick Ruffini
5. Michael Lange
6. Steven Pinker
7. Gabe Fleisher
8. Nadine Strossen

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