Political Gabfest
Where sharp political analysis meets informal and irreverent discussion.
About the Show
Voted “Favorite Political Podcast” by Apple Podcasts listeners. Stephen Colbert says, “Everybody should listen to the Slate Political Gabfest.” The Gabfest is hosted by Emily Bazelon, John Dickerson, and David Plotz. Listen for the debates, stay for the cocktail chatter.
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The “Donald Trump Takes The Bait” Edition
Kamala Harris sinks Donald Trump in the presidential debate; Taylor Swift jumps into campaign politics and endorses Harris; and Professor Nathaniel Persily dives deep on election integrity.
Bonus: Continuing the Conversation on Election Integrity
There’s more to say about “free and fair” elections in America
The “Why Isn’t Harris Doing Better?” Edition
Kamala Harris is beating Donald Trump in national polls – but just barely; Israelis are demanding a hostages-ceasefire deal; and Russia and China are interfering in U.S. politics.
Georgia’s Election Woes
The state’s election board is facing all kinds of issues from party takeover to rule changes
The “Will Harris and Trump Actually Debate?” Edition
A campaign potpourri of the Kamala Harris-Donald Trump debate, endorsements, and issues; the return of Special Counsel Jack; and the national housing shortage with Conor Dougherty
BONUS: The Kamala Harris and Tim Walz exclusive!
CNN gets the exclusive first interview of Democratic nominees Kamala Harris and Tim Walz.
The “Democrats ‘Do Something’ Convention” Edition
We’re talking about the standout moments from the Democratic National Convention; what the presidential polls say; and where the locals complain about too many tourists.
BONUS: Kamala Harris for the People
Kamala Harris closes the Democratic National Convention by making her case to be elected President of the United States.