Dec 16, 2021
It's the end-of-the-year broadcast for Politics & Polls! Julian and Sam recap the year, beginning with a discussion on the Jan. 6 insurrection and a seemingly under-the-radar fight for democracy. They also chat about the supply chain, inflation and jobs, as well as some of the biggest news stories of the year. Hint:...
Dec 16, 2021
Omicron, a new variant of COVID-19, is making its way around the globe, shuttering international flights and bringing back former restrictions. How will the U.S. react? Julian and Sam discuss this moment and how it's a big test for the Biden administration. They also chat about polarization, redistricting, and —...
Nov 18, 2021
Is it too early to talk about the 2022 Midterm Elections? Julian and Sam don't think so, which is why they unpack some of the issues that may threaten Democratic power next year. They discuss the role redistricting will play and the complexities of gerrymandering — an issue that’s always on Sam’s mind. Thanks for...
Nov 9, 2021
Abraham Joshua Heschel was a Polish-born American rabbi,
theologian, and civil rights and anti-war leader. To this day,
Heschel remains a symbol of the fight to make progressive Jewish
values relevant in the secular world.
Julian Zelizer wrote a biography on Heschel’s life from childhood
to death, detailing his...
Oct 21, 2021
Pro-Trump extremists seem to have a tight grip on the Republican Party at both state and national levels. With elections around the corner, traditional Republicans are now calling for party officials to move the GOP away from "Trumpism." Some are even wondering whether a new center-right party may be needed — as a...