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Politix

Politix
Donald Trump
2024 Election
Joe Biden
Republican Party
Democratic Party
January 6th
Ron Desantis
New Hampshire Primary
New York
Social Security
Political Commentary
Nikki Haley
Border Security
Abortion Rights
Tariffs
Iowa Caucuses
Republicans
Ukraine
Democrats
Hunter Biden

Politix is a weekly podcast about the 2024 election from Brian Beutler, Matthew Yglesias, and some occasional guests. We’ll have some good-faith disagreement, some points of consensus, and an overall effort to focus on what’s really at stake in November. Subscribe for new episodes each Wednesday and listen wherever you get your podcasts. www.politix.fm

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Donald Trump is suddenly mired in a huge war-crimes scandal, complicating his desire to launch an actual war (also illegal) against Venezuela.

In this episode, Matt and B... more

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Brian is adventuring in South America, so Matt is joined by Lakshya Jain of The Argument and Split Ticket to talk about his Wins Above Replacement calculations, which polit... more

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Donald Trump has lost his grip, and it’s making him prone to a variety of political errors, some of which we enjoy with pure schadenfreude, others of which could cause trem... more

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Donald Trump’s Epstein coverup has faltered. Jeffrey Epstein’s estate has produced tens of thousands of emails implicating scads of U.S. elites, Trump foremost among them, ... more

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Recent Guests

Lakshya Jain
Commentator and analyst from The Argument and Split Ticket
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Episode: Who wins? Who loses? And why?
Jane Flegal
The inaugural executive director of Blue Horizons Foundation focused on climate change.
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Episode: Trump's low-energy vision
McKenzie Wilson
Director of External Affairs at Blue Rose Research
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Episode: Discipline and Punish
Paul Krugman
Nobel laureate and former New York Times columnist
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Episode: 100 Days Of Squalitude
Ben Wikler
Chairman of the Wisconsin Democratic Party and candidate for the DNC chair.
Wisconsin Democratic Party
Episode: Special Politix Interview With Ben Wikler
Jerusalem Demsas
Housing policy enthusiast and author of On the Housing Crisis
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Episode: Can Kamala cure the housing crisis?
Dave Weigel
A seasoned political journalist known for his coverage of major party conventions for over a decade
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Episode: Up Late With Sleepy Joe
Don Verrilli
Former Solicitor General of the United States during the Obama administration
Obama administration
Episode: Does Immunity Love Company?
Tim Miller
New host of The Bulwark's podcast, former Republican operative and commentator.
The Bulwark
Episode: What Democrats Can Learn From #NeverTrump

Hosts

Brian Beutler
Host and political commentator known for in-depth analysis of current political events and dynamics.
Matthew Yglesias
Co-host and political commentator recognized for his analytical insights into political issues and elections.

Reviews

4.6 out of 5 stars from 1.7k ratings
  • Good content, but the voices…

    I’m always interested in the content, but they talk over each other constantly . It’s so annoying.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    scarlettsmom
    United Statesa year ago
  • Matt, give it a rest

    I really like both of these guys and each of their political perspectives, but Matt really needs to learn how to play well with others and share the air, or get a minder to keep him in line. His natural speech cadence makes it difficult to know when to chime in with a thought, and the result is often just a Matt filibuster. We’re here for Brian, too.

    Apple Podcasts
    3
    LDDDD
    United Statesa year ago
  • Dripping Sarcasm gets old fast

    Mathew Y’s tone, dripping sarcasm and know-it-all phrasing makes this podcast unbearable to listen to for more than 5 minutes. The vocal fry is so irritating — and that goes for all the podcasters ranging from Tim Miller to these guys.

    Apple Podcasts
    1
    Critime
    United Statesa year ago
  • Brian is good but

    Matt does not have the voice OR the conversational etiquette to make a podcast. Grating and obnoxious and constantly interrupting. Someone I would just hate to talk to in real life.

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    JustinAaronHalle
    United Statesa year ago
  • Brian!

    You’ve long been one of my favorite follows on Twitter. On substance, I want to become a paid subscriber, generally I enjoy the thoughtful commentary. BUT. You have to stop talking over each other. Matt interrupts, interjects, or tries to stop Brian from talking by saying but but but but incredibly loudly and very shrill. I listened to Matt on other podcasts and it was okay, this is unlistenable and it bums me out. Honestly I held off on leaving a review, because it feels mean to say, and I hope... more

    Apple Podcasts
    2
    S.fantastic
    United Statesa year ago

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Listeners appreciate the insightful analysis and discussions about current political events, often highlighting the depth of commentary offered on crucial topics.
Overall, the audience seems to value the political insights but desires better audio quality and a more cohesive conversational style from the hosts.
Some feedback points towards complaints about the dynamics between hosts, particularly around interruptions and conversational flow, suggesting that while the content is valuable, the delivery can be improved.

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Special Politix Interview With Ben Wikler
Q: How could you explain to people what the role of the DNC and the DNC chair is?
Wikler outlines that the DNC chair leads an organization focused on supporting Democrats in winning elections and facilitating communication among party members.
Special Politix Interview With Ben Wikler
Q: What do you think actually happened in the election?
Wikler reflects on the election results as indicative of broader issues affecting the electorate, emphasizing the lost votes of people earning less than $50,000 a year.
Politix Christmas Mailbag
Q: How does Donald Trump manage to police the speech of his party while maintaining a large electoral coalition?
Yglesias discusses the loyalty dynamics within Trump's coalition, emphasizing that while Trump demands loyalty, he allows for a diverse range of beliefs within his supporters, leading to ongoing support despite controversial behaviors.
Politix Christmas Mailbag
Q: Do you think that Democrats' poor execution is part of their electoral challenges?
Both Beutler and Yglesias express mixed feelings about the claim, agreeing that poor execution is a substantive issue but noting a lack of quantitative evidence to fully substantiate its impact.
Alvin Bragg's Liberal Critics Are Wrong
Q: Could you exercise your discretion?
Alvin Bragg's case is extremely strong, and he is within his discretion to choose to prosecute.

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Content primarily revolves around current political events in the United States, with a particular focus on the 2024 election. Topics include the dynamics of the Republican Party, the implications of Donald Trump's influence on politics, and the actions of prominent political figures, including discussions on various governmental decisions and events. The hosts encourage engagement with the audience through lively debates and analysis, aiming to unpack complex political issues while attempting to make sense of the rapidly evolving landscape as the election approaches. Additionally, their take on electoral strategies and public opinion reflects a need for genuine political discourse amidst the prevailing tensions of contemporary governance.

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Politix launched 6 years ago and published 105 episodes to date. You can find more information about this podcast including rankings, audience demographics and engagement in our podcast database.

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1. Lakshya Jain
2. Jane Flegal
3. McKenzie Wilson
4. Paul Krugman
5. Ben Wikler
6. Jerusalem Demsas
7. Dave Weigel
8. Don Verrilli

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