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KCRW's Left, Right & Center

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Left Right & Center is for listeners who feel like people on the other side of the political divide are on Mars. David Greene pieces together the big picture by inviting people from the left and the right to unpack their ideological differences, not to smooth them over, and look at what’s truly at stake. The show offers a rare kind of clarity. It doesn’t ask you to agree. It asks you to look more ... more

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Protests and skirmishes between Minnesota residents and federal agents are still ongoing after the second shooting of a US citizen in Minneapolis this month. Thirty-seven year old ICU nurse Alex Pretti was killed by Border Patrol agents while filming... more

President Trump’s contentious relationship with NATO seemed set to reach its peak at the World Economic Forum in Switzerland. European leaders formed a united front against his belligerence over American control of Greenland in recent weeks. The floa... more

President Trump is threatening to enact the Insurrection Act and deploy National Guard troops in Minneapolis. The threat comes on the heels of continued protests over the January 7th killing of Renee Nicole Good by an ICE agent. The Trump administrat... more

Renee Nicole Good, a 37-year-old woman, was shot and killed by an ICE agent in Minneapolis. As video of the shooting went viral, Homeland Security Secretary Kristi Noem derided Good as a “domestic terrorist” in a statement to reporters. The mayor of ... more

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Recent Guests

Jake Sullivan
Former National Security Advisor, influence on US response to global conflicts
Episode: Jake Sullivan’s Toughest National Security Decisions, from On Point
Will Swaim
Co-host of National Review's Radio Free California podcast and president of the California Policy Center.
National Review
Episode: From health to prosecutions, retribution defines the moment
Moa Lethe
Executive director at Georgetown University's Institute of Politics and Public Service; former communications director for the Democratic National Committee and advisor to Hillary Clinton.
Georgetown University
Episode: Trump bargains between power, safety, freedom
Rebecca Piercy
Veteran Democratic strategist and former political director for Elizabeth Warren's 2020 presidential run.
Bryson Gillette
Episode: Trump pursues control of voting, teases a third term
Jason Kelly
Activism director at the Electronic Frontier Foundation and cohost of How to Fix the Internet
Electronic Frontier Foundation
Episode: Was there any good reason to fire BLS chief?
Moa Lathy
Executive director at Georgetown University's Institute of Politics and Public Service
Georgetown University
Episode: Was there any good reason to fire BLS chief?
Mike Dupke
Former White House director of communications
Episode: Was there any good reason to fire BLS chief?
Jason Johnson
Teaches politics and journalism at Morgan State University and is an MSNBC political contributor.
MSNBC
Episode: Is there a right time to push policy after tragedy?
Dr. Vivek Murthy
Surgeon General of the United States
Department of Health and Human Services
Episode: What’s the right way to cover a second Trump term?

Host

David Greene
Host known for guiding discussions on the show's key ideological themes, serving as a mediator to explore contentious issues.

Reviews

4.0 out of 5 stars from 7.3k ratings
  • I wish I could like this

    I want to like this show. I enjoy comments by David Greene and MO. Sarah Isgur’s behavior is a problem. She whines, she interrupts and will not allow others to finish their comments. She is disrespectful. Each time I try to listen to this show, I get so irritated with her behavior, especially the interrupting, I change channels. David Greene, get a backbone and replace her.

    Apple Podcasts
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    B00t$ylu2
    United States18 days ago
  • How come ICE and CPB are not attacking the law breaking EMPLOYERS?

    That would do more than even closing the border. Oh wait, maybe it’s cuz they’ve the donors.

    Apple Podcasts
    4
    Cebollona
    United States19 days ago
  • Disgusted that there is little/no push back

    When the person on the right is so offended by someone dropping the F bomb and there’s no follow up by the moderator or the left asking why it’s fine for Trump to use profanity night and day. I have an issue with that. When the false equivalency is made that they both had deadly weapons when one of the people is supposed to be a trained law enforcement agent and the other is a mom trying to get away from the situation. I’m not OK with that. She didn’t speed away and crashed into a car. She was d... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    BuycottTrump
    United States20 days ago
  • What say Mike dupke on the pres dropping f bombs and flipping the bird?

    Will David Greene ask about this

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    bachiburger
    United States20 days ago
  • Has gone down hill

    The addition of Dubke has really sunken this app. The way he finds a way to twist and justify some atrocities is crazy. Greene seems to do the same all media does lately and tippy toe around blatant lies. No push back on him saying the car sped out after the woman was shot, or the fact that a prior car was able to clearly get by her car before being shot made me have to rewatch the video cuz I thought I was crazy

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    FactorGris
    United States21 days ago

Listeners Say

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Comments indicate frustrations about some guests not providing enough pushback against extreme viewpoints, highlighting the tension between being centrist and engaging in critical debate.
There is criticism regarding the podcast's perceived shift in tone and quality over time, with some longing for previous hosts or formats that provided more diverse perspectives.
Many express admiration for the host's ability to remain calm and articulate amid heated discussions, suggesting a general respect for the host's mediation skills.
Listeners appreciate the balanced discussions that challenge their preconceived notions about politics and current events.

Chart Rankings

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Talking Points

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Trump threatens Greenland… then pulls back
Q: Do you think we will see a more emboldened Trump abroad in the coming years?
Yes, Trump has a worldview that is primarily at odds with the post-World War II global order and is likely to continue pursuing aggressive foreign policy strategies.
The 2026 midterms are closer than they appear
Q: What is something that you believe you were wrong about and why?
One panelist reflected on underestimating Trump's tariffs early on, realizing they did not negatively affect the economy as expected.
Can Europe trust Trump’s vision for peace?
Q: Do you think Ukraine is going to have to cede territory?
It's a complex issue, but rewarding aggression is indeed dangerous.
Can Europe trust Trump’s vision for peace?
Q: What does peace mean to you?
Peace involves the absence of hostility and the ability of a people to enjoy self-determination and prosperity.
The shutdown is over - but the fighting isn’t
Q: How do you see the unfolding of the healthcare subsidies debate now that the government has reopened?
There is significant pressure on both parties to act swiftly to ensure that healthcare costs do not rise significantly, especially as public sentiment indicates that Americans want either protections against rising costs or tangible solutions from Republicans.

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2. Will Swaim
3. Moa Lethe
4. Rebecca Piercy
5. Jason Kelly
6. Moa Lathy
7. Mike Dupke
8. Jason Johnson

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