Brian Lehrer: A Daily Politics Podcast

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Donald Trump

2024 Presidential Election

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Alejandro Mayorkas

Russia

NATO

Dupont-Columbia Awards

U.S. Troops In Jordan

Operation Inherent Resolve

Israel

Republican Party

Immigration

Tiktok

Section 230

Bipartisan Immigration Bill

Climate Change

Kalkashu Pass 2

Supreme Court

South Carolina

Daily thoughtful conversation about the latest news and politics.

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Publishes	Daily	Episodes	1412	Founded	6 years ago
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Four Stops On Trump’s SCOTUS Winning Streak

The conservative Supreme Court majority seems poised to allow President Trump to fire the top official on the Federal Trade Commission, expanding presidential power.

On Today's Show:

Elie Mystal, justice correspondent and columnist for The Nation m... more

Yesterday • 22 min

Netflix vs. Paramount 101

Paramount and Netflix are vying to buy up parts of Warner Bros. Discovery.

On Today's Show:

Rohan Goswami, business reporter at Semafor and Katie Campione, senior TV & labor reporter at Deadline, discuss the recent merger talks, including the politi... more

9 Dec 2025 • 22 min

Guess What % of ICE Detainees Turn Out To Be Criminals?

According to DHS, almost three-quarters of people detained by ICE since October do not have any criminal convictions.

On Today's Show:

David Bier, director of immigration studies and the Selz Foundation chair in immigration policy at the Cato Instit... more

8 Dec 2025 • 23 min

Changes Coming To Infant Vaccines & SNAP

Some recent health headlines surround the federal government's changes to SNAP benefit programs, vaccine guidance for infants and others, and Obamacare.

On Today's Show:

Julie Rovner, chief Washington correspondent, KFF Health News and host of the W... more

5 Dec 2025 • 23 min

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Recent Guests

David Bier

Director of Immigration Studies and the Selz Foundation Chair in Immigration Policy

Cato Institute

Episode: Guess What % of ICE Detainees Turn Out To Be Criminals?

Diane Ravitch

Historian of education and former research professor of education at NYU

NYU

Episode: Why A Prominent Voice For School Choice Changed Her Mind

Zach Cohen

National Security and Pentagon Reporter for CNN

CNN

Episode: Did Hegseth Give an Illegal “Kill Everybody” Order?

Pratik Pawar

Future Perfect Fellow at Vox

Vox

Episode: New Trump Policy: Don’t Say “World AIDS Day”

Paul Rieckhoff

Founder and CEO of the Independent Veterans of America. Iraq War veteran and co-founder of American Veterans for Ukraine.

Independent Veterans of America

Episode: Veterans Group Leader: Hegseth Misses Military Reason For Diversity

Karen Yi

Reporter covering Homelessness and Poverty for WNYC and Gothamist

WNYC

Episode: The Shutdown Shuts Off Food For Millions

Grace Yarrow

Food and Agriculture Policy Reporter for POLITICO

POLITICO

Episode: The Shutdown Shuts Off Food For Millions

Julia Ioffe

Founding partner and Washington correspondent at Puck News, author of the book 'Motherland: A Feminist History of Modern Russia'.

Puck News

Episode: Melania in the Middle: How Putin Used The First Lady To Influence The President

Stuart A. Thompson

Reporter at The New York Times covering online influence

The New York Times

Episode: What it Means That Pres. Trump is Using AI Propaganda to Troll His Opponents

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Brian Lehrer

Host focused on engaging discussions about politics and current events, providing thought-provoking insights and facilitating listener interaction.

Reviews

4.4 out of 5 stars from 808 ratings

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…but is he a Zionist? Because the way he handled the students’ protests and how obnoxious he was when he interviewed those brave and upstanding pro-palestinian students makes me think he is.
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•EPISODE 960 (Elie Mystal): Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “… Right?” ~ •Episode 976 (Andrea Bernstein): Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “I mean …”

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•EPISODE: Pre-2024 Voting Rights News: Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “We’re so excited to …”
~ •EPISODE: Biden wants to spend $1.6 trillion: Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “That’s a great question.” (Both guests AND host)

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•EPISODE: “Is Writing An Op-Ed Now Grounds For Deportation?” Annoying Guest catchphrase: “So …” (also “I mean …”)
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I Mean … Right?
•EPISODE 960 (Elie Mystal): Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “… Right?” ~ •Episode 976 (Andrea Bernstein): Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “I mean …” ~ •EPISODE: Pre-2024 Voting Rights News: Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “We’re so excited to …”
~ •EPISODE No.31 Biden wants to spend $1.6 trillion: Annoying Guest Catchphrase: “That’s a great question.” (Both guests AND host)
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Disappointing
So disappointed in todays show about the targeted attack on World Central Kitchen. Seldom heard such nonsense as the Ha-Aretz journalist saying: oh no, IDF didn’t kill them on purpose - why would they, they will just have to feed the Palestinians themselves now. OBVIOUSLY keeping Palestinian civilians safe and fed has not been a concern of the Israeli government at all - in fact they have been starving them purposefully! And this complete hair brain statement was left standing without a respons... more
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The interactive format, which incorporates audience calls, is viewed positively, enhancing the personal connection between the host and listeners.

Listeners appreciate the insightful analysis and diverse perspectives provided, often praising the show's ability to tackle complex political issues with clarity.

Some feedback highlights concerns about perceived biases in discussions, indicating that a segment of the audience feels certain viewpoints may dominate the narrative.

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Apple Podcasts	#88	United States/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts	#87	Canada/News/Daily News
Apple Podcasts	#183	Australia/News/Daily News
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Apple Podcasts	#116	Japan/News/Daily News
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Guess What % of ICE Detainees Turn Out To Be Criminals?

Q: But, you know, the first caller talked about being the fear of being stopped. And that is new. What is your take?

This has led to a racial profiling operation where government agents stop people based on appearance. This has changed how people feel in their country.

Guess What % of ICE Detainees Turn Out To Be Criminals?

Q: Why do you start there?

Because this is the group of individuals that the administration has said they want to focus on.

Netflix vs. Paramount 101

Q: What do you think about the concerns regarding the influence of the Ellison alliance with the administration?

The concern is that such alliances could affect how much work comes to specific regions and influence political content in media.

Netflix vs. Paramount 101

Q: What effect, if any, do you expect this consolidation to have on the types of media produced?

There are concerns that media consolidation will exacerbate the already shrinking number of production opportunities, potentially limiting creative diversity.

Netflix vs. Paramount 101

Q: Is one or the other of Netflix versus Paramount preferable for workers in the film industry?

From a worker's perspective, consolidation is unlikely to be beneficial regardless of the outcome, as both companies are expected to demand more from workers with fewer resources.

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A Daily Politics Podcast presents insightful discussions centered around current events and political news, emphasizing the importance of varied perspectives on contemporary issues. Episodes often feature conversations with experts, public officials, and journalists, diving deep into topics such as public health policy, education reform, military ethics, and socio-political dynamics. The show's format encourages listener engagement, frequently incorporating audience calls and reactions, which enhances the conversational quality and makes for an inclusive exploration of pressing matters. Unique in its approach, the show juxtaposes expert opinion with everyday concerns, fostering a space for critical reflection on the unfolding political land... more

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