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Latest episodes
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20 min
Tom Friedman: Trump Is a ‘Small Man in a Big Time’
President Trump has been operating with complete impunity and disregard for American institutions. In this episode of “The Opinions,” the Times Opinion deputy editor Patrick Healy…
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30 min
Three Opinion Writers on Trump’s First 50 Days
In this episode of "The Opinions," Michelle Goldberg and Frank Bruni join Patrick Healy to discuss what has defined Trump’s presidency thus far. This episode originally aired in "T…
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1 h 03
The Anti-D.E.I. Crusader Who Wants to Dismantle the Department of Education
Christopher Rufo's mission to make universities feel "existential terror."(A full transcript of this episode is available on the Times website.) Unlock full access to New York Time…
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46 min
Your Questions Answered, and a Big Announcement
This week, your beloved hosts gather for the last time to respond to listener feedback, reflect on the state of American politics and look ahead to a new show. If you’re curious ab…
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44 min
We’re More Secular Than Ever. How’s That Going?
How many times has your soul been saved? Probably not as many times as Michelle Cottle’s.In this episode, Michelle, Carlos and Ross discuss Ross’s new book, “Believe: Why Everyone…
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45 min
Don’t Be Fooled, ‘Trump Is a Weak President’
How much is President Trump testing the Constitution? And what are the other branches of government doing about it? This week, David French and Jamelle Bouie join Carlos and Michel…
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43 min
Resistance, Where Art Thou?
Gone are the days of pussy hats and massive protests. Where is the resistance to Donald Trump’s second term?Lydia Polgreen and David French join this week to talk about the muted o…
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1 h 10
Steve Bannon on ‘Broligarchs’ vs. Populism
This week, Ross Douthat talks to Steve Bannon, the chief strategist from Donald Trump’s first term and part of the original MAGA movement. Despite his clashes with new factions eme…
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42 min
King Trump
Are we living through “American Carnage” the sequel, or Donald Trump’s “Golden Age”? This week, Ross and Carlos welcome back Lydia to take stock of the president’s first days in of…
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1 h 01
How Democrats Drove Silicon Valley Into Trump’s Arms
The tech investor Marc Andreessen and his fellow Silicon Valley giant Elon Musk weren’t always the Donald Trump supporters they are today. In this episode, Ross asks Andreessen, a…
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35 min
The Pride and Tragedy of Joe Biden
Is Joe Biden more of a Jimmy Carter or a James Buchanan? It may be years before the outgoing president’s legacy is truly understood, but that didn’t stop the hosts from debating ho…
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20 min
An Atheist’s Case for More Christianity in Politics
We’ll be back next week with a new episode, but in the meantime we’re kicking off 2025 with a great conversation from our friends at “The Opinions.” In this episode, the New York T…
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16 min
Two Books That Explain This Political Moment
In this special year-end conversation, Carlos and his columnist colleague Pamela Paul each share one book that can help us understand and define our current moment.(A full transcri…
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27 min
Our Mount Rushmore of Fictional Presidents
Happy holidays! Our gift to you is full access to a recent subscribers-only bonus episode. After a “stranger than fiction” presidential race, the hosts take a deep dive into the me…
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21 min
What Biden Should Do in His Final Days in Office
While we are off this week, we wanted to share a great piece from our colleagues. President Biden has only a few weeks left in office. Here’s what he could do to optimize that rema…
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40 min
It’s Not Just Politics: Trump Has Reshaped Pop Culture
Is Donald Trump the chicken or the egg? On the cusp of his second administration, the hosts of dissect whether the president-elect is a cause or symptom of trends in popular cultur…
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16 min
Trump Turned My Immigrant Identity Into a ‘Chronic Condition.’
We are off for Thanksgiving. But we have a special treat for you from “The Opinions,” a fellow New York Times Opinion podcast.After our own Carlos Lozada immigrated to the U.S. fro…
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27 min
Our Mount Rushmore of Fictional Presidents
After a “stranger than fiction” presidential race, the hosts take a deep dive into the messy movie and television plots that actually put this election to shame.Thoughts about the…
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57 min
We Wanted a 'Grand New Party.' Trump Delivered.
On this episode, Ross is joined by his good friend Reihan Salam, a former housemate and co-author and the president of the Manhattan Institute. As young conservatives, the two team…
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35 min
Gaetz and Gabbard and R.F.K. Jr. — Oh, My!
As nominees roll in, the reality of Donald Trump’s second administration is rapidly coming into focus. This week, Ross is joined by Opinion columnist David French to discuss the su…