Episodes

  • Virginia Narrowly Approves a 10-1 Democratic Gerrymander

    Virginia Narrowly Approves a 10-1 Democratic Gerrymander
    Apr 22 2026
    Donald Trump won 46% of the vote in Virginia in 2024, yet Republicans might soon control only 9% of the House seats. How can Democrats seriously argue this is a win for "fairness"? What else did the GOP expect, after it started this gerrymandering race to the bottom in Texas? And what can fed-up voters do about it? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    28 mins
  • Zohran Mamdani's Grocery Store and Kathy Hochul's Pied-à-Terre Tax

    Zohran Mamdani's Grocery Store and Kathy Hochul's Pied-à-Terre Tax
    Apr 21 2026
    Gov. Kathy Hochul wants to help New York City balance its budget with a new tax on second homes over $5 million, but what if wealthy owners simply leave? Plus, Mayor Zohran Mamdani offers new details about his proposed government-run grocery stores, including a $30 million plan to build one in East Harlem. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • Negotiations Between the U.S. and Iran Take an Uncertain Turn

    Negotiations Between the U.S. and Iran Take an Uncertain Turn
    Apr 20 2026
    Peace talks between the United States and Iran are scheduled to resume this week, but will the Iranians show up and what will they have to offer? Plus, Iran says it'll keep the Strait of Hormuz closed until the U.S. lifts its blockade of Iranian ports as both sides try to work out an agreement over Iran’s nuclear program. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • The California Governor's Race and the Eric Swalwell Accusations

    The California Governor's Race and the Eric Swalwell Accusations
    Apr 17 2026
    Eric Swalwell quits the campaign and Congress after several women allege sexual misconduct going back years. While other Democrats deny that they knew about this behavior, why didn't they take the rumors more seriously? Plus, is there a chance that California's jungle primary could nominate two Republicans? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Gerard Baker in Conversation with Texas Senator Ted Cruz

    Gerard Baker in Conversation with Texas Senator Ted Cruz
    Apr 16 2026
    Speaking at WSJ Opinion Live in Washington, D.C., WSJ Editor at Large Gerard Baker and Texas Senator Ted Cruz discuss the war in Iran, the 2028 Republican primaries, and whether Mr. Cruz would accept a Supreme Court nomination. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    36 mins
  • Paul Gigot in Conversation with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent

    Paul Gigot in Conversation with U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent
    Apr 15 2026
    Speaking at WSJ Opinion Live in Washington, D.C., WSJ Editorial Page Editor Paul Gigot and U.S. Treasury Secretary Scott Bessent discuss economic uncertainties amid the war with Iran, the AI competition between the U.S. and China and President Trump's postponed summit with Xi Jinping in May. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • The Artemis II Moon Mission—and What NASA Is Planning Next

    The Artemis II Moon Mission—and What NASA Is Planning Next
    Apr 14 2026
    The success of Artemis II, including Friday's splashdown, brought new excitement to space exploration. Is this a good use of taxpayer money? Can the U.S. beat China's 2030 target for the next lunar landing? And how have private companies, including SpaceX and Blue Origin, changed the calculus? James B. Meigs joins to discuss. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    26 mins
  • Donald Trump Tries to Squeeze Iran with a Naval Blockade

    Donald Trump Tries to Squeeze Iran with a Naval Blockade
    Apr 13 2026
    After talks break down between the U.S. and Iran, Donald Trump imposes a naval blockade against oil and other products going to or from Iranian ports through the Strait of Hormuz. Will this economic pressure force Iran's leaders to make concessions? Plus, voters in Hungary depose Viktor Orban despite JD Vance’s visit to support his campaign. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins