Podcast: Pod Save America
Pod Save America is a no-bullshit conversation about politics hosted by former Obama aides Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer, and Tommy Vietor. It cuts through the noise to break down the week’s news and helps people figure out what matters and how they can help. They’re regularly joined by journalists, activists, politicians, entertainers, and world leaders. You can watch on YouTube or listen to new episodes every Tuesday, Wednesday and Friday. Ad-Free Pod Save America episodes available NOW through Friends of the Pod subscription. Head to crooked.com/friends to join today! For a transcript of an epis...
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The Situation Room
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Later, George Stephanopoulos talks to Dan about covering 2024 in his new book, which is full of untold stories about the White House Situation Room.
In this segment, George Stephanopoulos discusses his new book, which includes untold stories about the White House Situation Room, highlighting his experiences while covering the upcoming 2024 election.
Joining now to discuss his forthcoming book, The Situation Room, the inside story of presidents and crises, something both of us have some experience with, he's co-host of Good Morning America and anchors This Week on ABC, George Stephanopoulos.
The podcast host introduces George Stephanopoulos, noting that his book, 'The Situation Room,' will be the main topic of discussion. This sets the stage for an engaging interview about his insights on the book and the challenges faced by presidents.
I'm gonna get to your fascinating book in a second, but I want to start with this campaign we're in the middle of.
The podcast host mentions they will discuss George Stephanopoulos's book later in the interview, indicating a transition into a discussion about the book after addressing the current political campaign.
I want to pivot to your book because I think it's fascinating, and I think it actually is a very helpful way of understanding this election.
The podcast host transitions the conversation to George Stephanopoulos's book, 'The Situation Room', highlighting its relevance as a resource for understanding the current election.
You've got a whole host of other projects; like, why in God's name did you write a book? What made you do this?
In this segment, the podcast host questions George Stephanopoulos about why he decided to write a book given his busy schedule, specifically referencing 'The Situation Room'.
Each time I had an internal standard for myself, and I don't want to cast aspersions on any of my colleagues in the journalism world, but my one bar for me was that it couldn't be like a potted book.
During the interview, George Stephanopoulos discusses the standards he set for himself regarding his book, 'The Situation Room', and articulates his desire to avoid creating a superficial work.
And number two, I really wanted to do a book that felt new and different at least to me, and it would be a book where I would consider it a good book if I read it.
During the podcast, George Stephanopoulos discusses his aspirations for writing a new book titled 'The Situation Room'. He expresses a desire to create something that feels fresh and engaging, indicating that he would judge its success based on how enjoyable he finds it.
I started a book many years ago, and I could tell four chapters in that it was not meeting that standard, so I put it aside.
During an interview, George Stephanopoulos reflects on starting a book years ago, realizing that it did not meet his standards after four chapters, and subsequently deciding to set it aside. He also mentions his work on 'The Situation Room'.
In this case, somebody came to me and said, 'How about a book about the Situation Room?'
George Stephanopoulos explains the origin of his book 'The Situation Room', sharing how the idea for it came about during his conversation.
There was one book by a former staffer, a guy named Michael Bone, which came out 20 years ago, and when I heard that it really hadn't been done and saw that it could be a window into looking at crisis management in the White House, I immediately said, 'Wow, this is a great idea.'
During the podcast, George Stephanopoulos reflects on a previous book about the Situation Room by Michael Bone, which was released 20 years ago. He expresses how that book inspired him to write his own, highlighting it as an opportunity to provide a fresh perspective on crisis management in the White House.
I should also add that I'm in the aides' village of writing a book; I certainly wrote it, but I had a co-writer, Lisa Dickey, and I had a terrific research team—Cameron Peters and Emily Michelle—and they were just fantastic.
During the podcast, George Stephanopoulos discusses the collaborative nature of his book, mentioning his co-writer Lisa Dickey and his excellent research team, while highlighting his involvement in the writing process.
Being able to tell their stories was just a great treat, and frankly, to go back to the top of our discussion, it was a wonderful tonic or antidote to dealing with our current politics every morning.
George Stephanopoulos shares how working on his book, 'The Situation Room', provided a restorative experience in contrast to the daily challenges of current politics.
And it turns out, we've heard a lot about the deep state in the last several years; my insight after spending the last couple of years on this book is that the deep state is packed with patriots who are doing an amazing job.
George Stephanopoulos shares insights from his book, expressing a more positive perspective on what he describes as the 'deep state'. This discussion takes place during the interview on the podcast.
You picked the Situation Room and talked to the professionals, but this is obviously a way to highlight the crises that these presidents dealt with.
The podcast host discusses how 'The Situation Room' highlights crises faced by presidents, providing an insightful look into the challenges they encountered during their time in office.
It gives you a way to understand how these presidents make decisions in crises, which is where you can truly see who the president is, what they stand for, and their values.
The podcast host discusses how the book 'The Situation Room' provides valuable insights into the decision-making processes of presidents during crises, highlighting the qualities and values that define their leadership.
Well, in some ways, the Trump chapter was the most difficult to write because we've all become so numb.
In the interview on 'Pod Save America', George Stephanopoulos shared that writing the Trump chapter in his book posed significant challenges, reflecting on how numb people have become to the ongoing events.
Summary of Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett & Tommy Vietor's Democracy or Else
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Alright, before we dig into the news, we are here in New York because it's publication week for our book, Democracy or Else! How to save America in 10 easy steps.
In this segment, the hosts share exciting news about the release of their book, 'Democracy or Else!', and encourage their listeners to check it out.
We're looking to do this not just to fill our insatiable hunger for public affirmation, which is even more insatiable for some of us than others, But because the more people who see this book and buy this book, the more money goes to Vote Save America and 2024 campaigns that are doing the real work to save democracy.
The hosts discuss how the sales of their book, "Democracy or Else!", will contribute funds to Vote Save America and support 2024 campaigns focused on preserving democracy.
And luckily, Brooklyn's own Greenlight Bookstore is here in the lobby selling copies! Stacey, you're a bestselling author of both political books and seven actual novels.
In this segment, the hosts mention that Greenlight Bookstore is selling copies of books in the lobby at their live show, highlighting Stacey's success as a bestselling author of both political works and novels.
I don't know if you know this, but, uh, Tommy, and I, and Jon, sort of, he helped a little, we wrote a book! I've heard!
In this segment, the podcast hosts excitedly mention their book, 'Democracy or Else!', highlighting that they collaborated on it.
It's called Democracy or Else! It dropped Tuesday, and it's available at bookstores everywhere, including here at this show!
The hosts of the podcast mention their book titled 'Democracy or Else!' and inform listeners that it was released recently and is available in bookstores.
Oh, um, 'Democracy Or Else!' A week from today! As a reminder, this is a book that you wrote, right?
In this segment, the podcast hosts highlight their own upcoming book, 'Democracy or Else!', mentioning that its profits will benefit charity. They describe the book as both informative and humorous.
We need as many people to read Democracy or Else, and then go take those lessons and go help beat Donald Trump, then we got to get this book on the best-seller list so that people see it, so people know about it, because books on the best-seller list get put in the front of bookstores, more of them get sold, it is a virtuous cycle.
The podcast hosts emphasize the significance of their book, Democracy or Else, reaching the best seller list to increase its visibility and awareness, ultimately hoping to inspire action against Donald Trump.
Oh, I'm proud of the fact that we finished our book, that's right, Democracy or Else, how to save America in 10 easy steps, and it's available for pre-order right now.
The speaker expresses pride in completing their book, titled 'Democracy or Else,' which elaborates on how to save America in ten simple steps and is currently available for pre-order.
Democracy Or Else
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This is a donation to the election, and campaigns all across the country will benefit from your purchase of Democracy or Else.
The podcast hosts promote their book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Easy Steps', highlighting that proceeds from its sale will support campaigns nationwide. They present purchasing the book as a way to contribute to the election.
Maybe if you're abroad, you’d also love to buy 'Democracy or Else.'
The hosts encourage listeners who are abroad to purchase their book titled 'Democracy or Else.'
I wore a trash bag for Jean Shaheen in the Senate race, but that's a story you're going to have to buy, "Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps" to read the entire anecdote and find out more.
The podcast host refers to the book 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps' as part of a promotional story about wearing a trash bag for a Senate race. He encourages listeners to purchase the book to get the full anecdote and additional insights.
Two quick things before we go to break: We're only four months away from the release of our upcoming book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Easy Steps'. It's the perfect guide to get you through 2024, and Crooked is donating the profits to support Vote Save America and other groups organizing for 2024.
The hosts of the podcast discuss their upcoming book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Easy Steps', which will be released in four months. They describe the book as a helpful guide for navigating the year 2024 and mention that profits will support Vote Save America and other organizing groups.
We also recorded 'Democracy or Else' as an Audiobook; head to Crooked.com/books and pre-order a copy for you and your friends now!
In this segment, the podcast hosts share that they have recorded an audiobook version of their book 'Democracy or Else'. They encourage listeners to visit their website to pre-order a copy for themselves and their friends.
Also, it's only January, and somehow 2024 already feels like an endless election year, but never fear; we've got just the thing to get you through the rest of it. Pre-order our book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' It's a fun, useful guide to getting involved while keeping whatever's left of your sanity intact.
In this segment, the podcast hosts discuss the upcoming release of their book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' They present it as an engaging and helpful resource for listeners to navigate the challenges of an election year while maintaining their peace of mind.
Guess what, guys, we got a book cover; this is our book. It's called 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' Did I get the title right?
The hosts of Pod Save America are excitedly announcing their new book titled 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' They discuss the content of the book and how listeners can obtain a copy.
It's called 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps,' and we just revealed the official cover this week—was that a big moment for you? It is; it’s on every single book piece PR plan—the cover reveal is a huge moment.
During the podcast, Jon Favreau mentions the title of the book 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps,' which he co-authored with Jon Lovett and Tommy Vietor. He highlights the excitement surrounding the official cover reveal.
We Still Hold These Truths
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He also talked to New York Magazine and he said the thing to think about is his increasing instability, Project 2025, the notion of a Trump with no guardrails with a desire for unchecked power.
In this segment, the podcast hosts are reflecting on Trump's increasing instability and his desire for unchecked power. They reference 'Project 2025', which highlights concerns discussed earlier in the episode.
That's part of what Project 2025 has included in those points in that 900-page document! It's extremely dangerous!
Debbie Mucarsel-Powell discussed Rick Scott's intention to dismantle FEMA, referencing the Project 2025 document which outlines this plan in detail.
One of the goals of their Project 2025 is to screw the middle class, making it harder for workers to collectively bargain, allowing employers to drastically cut overtime or eliminate it, and slash taxes for the ultra-wealthy by imposing a national sales tax on the rest of us. When Republicans used to talk about freedom, they meant it.
The podcast hosts are discussing the Republican agenda outlined in 'Project 2025', emphasizing its detrimental impacts on the middle class, workers' rights, and the economic benefits for the ultra-wealthy.
It's called Project 2025, a 922-page blueprint to make Donald Trump the most powerful president ever. Donald Trump may try to deny it, but those are Donald Trump's plans. Well, revenge does take time.
The podcast hosts are discussing 'Project 2025,' which serves as a comprehensive plan that outlines strategies aimed at enhancing presidential power.
And at a moment when the Trump campaign is trying desperately to distance itself from its own policy blueprint, which is Project 2025, I just learned that he literally wrote the forward to a forthcoming book that might as well be entitled Project 2025.
The hosts discuss how JD Vance seems to align with 'Project 2025', noting his role in writing the foreword to a book that presents a popularized version of this policy manual, despite the policy's unpopularity.
Rage
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You know about that, you're involved in one, which has been going on for a while and very successfully against Bob Woodward where he didn't quote me properly from the tapes.
In the podcast, Donald Trump discusses a lawsuit he has filed against Bob Woodward, claiming that Woodward misquoted him concerning tapes. The conversation revolves around Trump's recent legal challenges against various media entities, and it suggests that the book in question is likely 'Rage,' which Woodward authored.
The other thing too is she, at one point in that exchange about the enemy from within, she talked about General Mark Milley, whom Donald Trump handpicked to be his Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman, and how he told Bob Woodward that Donald Trump is a fascist to the core, and she brought that up and then, you know, Bret was like, 'Oh, yeah, yeah, he did tell that to Bob Woodward.'
During a discussion on Fox News, Kamala Harris highlighted General Mark Milley's assertion to Bob Woodward that Donald Trump embodies fascist tendencies. This reference underscores the use of Bob Woodward's book to bolster Harris's critique of the former president.
Uh, meanwhile our pal Tim Miller broke some news over at The Bulwark about former Trump Defense Secretary James Mattis—um, on Tim’s Bulwark podcast, Bob Woodward revealed that Mattis emailed him to say that he agrees with General Mark Milley’s assessment that Trump is quote 'the most dangerous person ever.'
In this segment, the podcast hosts talk about Bob Woodward's revelation during Tim Miller's podcast, where Woodward shares that James Mattis emailed him to express agreement with General Mark Milley's characterization of Donald Trump as 'the most dangerous person ever.' This mention highlights the significance of Woodward's work within the ongoing political conversation.
It’s pure cowardice to sit there and believe that a fascist–someone you believe is a fascist, a dangerous fascist–is on the cusp of being President of the United States, and your response is to email Bob Woodward after his book comes out, 'Hey Bob, maybe you put this in your next one in 2026' It’s just–I don’t know, man!
During their conversation, the hosts criticize the choice some individuals make to express private thoughts about Trump's presidency by reaching out to Bob Woodward. They suggest that this approach is cowardly and imply that Woodward's upcoming book will capture these sentiments, which reflects a broader critique of the political climate.
No Going Back
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I think I've talked extensively in this book about my time serving in Congress, my time as governor before governor, some of the travels that I've had. Um, I'm not going to talk about my specific meetings with world leaders.
During the interview, Kristi Noem refers to her own book, "No Going Back," as she defends herself against claims made about her meeting with Kim Jong-un, which she hints is a false narrative. She discusses her experiences in Congress and as governor, emphasizing her written reflections on these experiences.
And she also, she can't cancel her interviews, she can't apologize, so she just has to do this idiotic, so defensive. Her book is called No Going Back, I guess that's right.
The host discusses how Kristi Noem is managing the fallout from misleading statements made in her book, titled 'No Going Back,' and how she is unable to backtrack on her public commitments.
She put it back, she, those people she demanded to go in the second book and then she said the reason she put it in the second book is because opponents in past races have used it against her.
The host discusses how Kristi Noem's second book includes a controversial story that was omitted from the first, emphasizing her decision to include it due to its use against her by opponents in past races.
Yeah, I mean I think Trump doesn't need any material to ruin someone's political career, makes it up. She been one of the most damning things I've ever seen a politician get accused of in her own book.
During the discussion, the host highlights an incident in Kristi Noem's book, pointing out how it contributed to her political downfall by revealing a damaging story about her.
The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary
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But The Run of His Life is one of the best legal books I have ever read, with the exception of The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents and Commentary by Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissman. That's exactly right.
In this part of the podcast, the host compares the book 'The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents and Commentary' by Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissman to another legal book, highlighting its significance as a noteworthy read.
But until then, if you have some time, you should read this book titled The Trump Indictments, featuring the historic charging documents with commentary by Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissmann, two friends of the pod. That's right, Melissa; you heard me—you’re both friends of the pod now! How do you feel about that?
At the end of the show, the hosts promote the book 'The Trump Indictments,' which includes historic charging documents and commentary by Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissman, noting that they are now considered 'friends of the pod.'
Joining me now to help break down the latest developments in the various and sundry cases against Donald Trump, she's one of the hosts of Strict Scrutiny and co-author with Andrew Weissmann of the new book, 'The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary,' which you can pre-order now.
The podcast host introduces Melissa Murray as a guest and highlights her co-authorship with Andrew Weissmann on the book 'The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary.' This serves to promote the book while establishing Melissa's credibility as a legal expert.
The book she co-authored with Andrew Weinberg, another friend of the show, is titled 'The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary.'
The host discusses a book co-authored by a guest, titled 'The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary,' highlighting the collaboration with Andrew Weissmann.
A Case for the American People
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Back by popular demand, the man who is braving Judge M's infamously chilly and fart-infested courtroom is a legal analyst for CNN, also author of the excellent book 'Trying Trump,' our old friend Norm Eisen. Norm, welcome back!
In this part of the podcast, the host welcomes back Norm Eisen, highlighting his role as a legal analyst for CNN and acknowledging him as the author of the book 'Trying Trump.' This introduction serves to emphasize his expertise in the subject matter being discussed.
The smart money—I talked to a bunch of them for my book and for the New York Times based on the book—the consensus seems to be if he gets sentenced, it will be less than a year, probably somewhere in the six-month range just because a jail sentence is unusual.
Norm Eisen refers to his book 'Trying Trump' while discussing conversations he had regarding the consensus on potential court sentencing for Trump.
Perhaps you've read his excellent book, ‘Trying Trump.’ If you're Dan and me, you've definitely heard him tell you all the things you're not allowed to do as a White House staffer.
In this segment, the hosts discuss the guest Norm Eisen and highlight his remarkable book titled 'Trying Trump'. They suggest that they are well-acquainted with its content and the insights it provides.
What Would Reagan Do?
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Joining us now, he is the former Governor of New Jersey, GOP presidential candidate, and author of a newly released book, which I believe is called "What Would Reagan Do?"
The podcast host introduces Chris Christie, the former Governor of New Jersey and GOP presidential candidate, as the author of a newly released book titled "What Would Reagan Do?" This serves as the basis for a portion of the discussion.
Oh, it is "What Would Reagan Do?" Sorry, I'm sorry.
The podcast host quickly clarifies their statement about the book title, expressing an acknowledgment of the correct title, 'What Would Reagan Do?'. The brief exchange indicates a light-hearted correction during the discussion.
Um, all right, all right, all right, um, uh, the book is "What Would Reagan Do?"
At the end of a discussion on a topic, the podcast host references the book "What Would Reagan Do?" as they indicate that the segment is concluding.
The Years of Rice and Salt
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Our friend Terry Slat has a new book out, and I was doing a book event with him. In his book, he talks about how the only time in his life he'd ever been disappointed with Barack Obama was during that speech.
The podcast hosts discuss Terry Slat's new book, which shares insights about his disappointment with Barack Obama during a specific speech. One of the hosts also mentions participating in a book event with Slat, highlighting the relevance of the book in the context of their conversation about emotions following an election loss.
Our friend Terry Slat has a new book out, and I was doing a book event with him. In his book, he talks about how the only time in his life he'd ever been disappointed with Barack Obama was during that speech.
The podcast hosts discuss Terry Slat's new book, which includes a narrative about his disappointment with Barack Obama. This mention occurs in the context of their feelings following an election loss.
Hillbilly Elegy
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I never got to the end of that book though, but whatever happened to, they found him in that manger.
A podcast host mentions a book by J.D. Vance, likely his memoir, Hillbilly Elegy. The host humorously notes they didn't finish reading it, referencing a manger in a lighthearted manner. This mention surfaces during a discussion about J.D. Vance's performance in the vice presidential debate.
And apparently in Hillbilly Elegy he talked about how he in the Marines, he did media relations for the Marines combat correspondent.
In the podcast, the hosts discuss J.D. Vance's experiences during his time in the Marines, specifically how he covered his role in media relations in his book 'Hillbilly Elegy'.
Mein Kampf
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He was also a Holocaust denier; he used to quote Hitler all the time; he said that a Black panther was, uh, Jews trying to take money from Black people... or, think she...
The host remarks on Mark Robinson's behavior, highlighting that Robinson frequently quoted Hitler, suggesting that Robinson likely drew from Hitler's writings, such as Mein Kampf.
So when Donald Trump is out here paraphrasing Mein Kampf and talking about immigrants poisoning the blood of this country, well then you go look at Project 2025, the architect, but also what's in the plan.
The podcast host mentions the book 'Mein Kampf' in the context of Donald Trump's comments about immigrants and his connection to Project 2025.
Shameless
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Later, our pal Brian Tyler Cohen is here to talk about his brand new book and play a round of Take Appreciators with me and Lovett. But first, remember Donald Trump?
The podcast hosts introduce Brian Tyler Cohen, who will be joining them to discuss his new book and participate in a fun segment.
His book 'Shameless: Republicans' Deliberate Dysfunction in the Battle to Preserve Democracy' comes out on August 13th. You can pre-order it now wherever books are sold.
During the episode, the release of Brian Tyler Cohen's book 'Shameless: Republicans' Deliberate Dysfunction in the Battle to Preserve Democracy' is discussed, including its release date and the availability for pre-order.
The Great Gatsby
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Uh, we love East Fork; I read a book.
The host alludes to having read a book in a context referencing 'East Egg,' a term associated with The Great Gatsby, suggesting that the book being discussed is likely The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Thank you. We love East Fork; I read a book!
In a lighthearted moment, there's a comedic reference to 'The Great Gatsby,' inspired by the mention of 'East Egg', a setting in the novel, which cleverly plays on the sponsor's name, East Fork.
Hidden Sins
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Well, given that as a line from Hidden Sins, what we know... Is that the secret to their success was revealing to the world what was happening?
During the discussion, a quote from Stacey Abrams's book 'Hidden Sins' is referenced while the hosts are quizzing her. They draw a connection between a line from her novel and the current political landscape.
I was thinking about the franchise while reading this passage in the novel, Hidden Sins: 'Heat like an inferno, blood in his veins, it's demanded that he slide his arms around her, that he trail his hand along her spine to sink into the silver curls at her nape.'
During the podcast, Stacey Abrams's novel 'Hidden Sins' is referenced through a quote, which draws a connection between the themes of the book and political gerrymandering.
Hard Choices
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It's like that, like, you know, we started off, uh, we started off as people who couldn't see eye to eye, but over a local craft beer and two hours of good and difficult conversation, we came to see each other's point of view like that. Kind of, who's that for? Was that in Hard Choices?
The host references Hillary Clinton's book 'Hard Choices' while discussing the often simplistic tone of political literature, suggesting that such books frequently fail to capture the complexity of political discussions.
Hillary Clinton wrote a book called Hard Choices that was about negotiating with North Korea, and this woman thinks that her medal is proven by murdering a 14-year-old puppy.
The podcast hosts talk about Hillary Clinton's book 'Hard Choices', which focuses on her experiences negotiating with North Korea, while also referencing the controversies surrounding Kristi Noem's own book.
Win Every Argument
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And you're so right to remind me of the ad, and I'm going to do a pitch for my book now; I pitch my company, Win Every Argument, which is out in paperback this week, and I quote a line in there: Peter Mandelson, John, you may remember him—very famous British politician, one of Tony Blair's top communications advisers—he used to have a phrase; he used to say you have to keep repeating everything.
Mehdi Hasan promotes his book, 'Win Every Argument', while emphasizing the importance of message repetition. He shares a quote from the book to illustrate his point.
Medi, thank you so much for doing the show today; it's so great to talk with you as always, and everyone should buy your book, 'Win Every Argument,' because then you can just beat everyone in your family over holidays or whatever debate you need to do, or ahead of an election if you're trying.
At the end of the podcast, one of the hosts, Tommy, encourages listeners to purchase Mehdi Hasan's book 'Win Every Argument,' suggesting it as a useful resource for winning debates with family or preparing for an upcoming election.
Murder at the Puppy Fest
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This was before the puppy-killing thing and before her book, The Puppy Murder!
Podcast host Tommy Vietor references Kristi Noem's book, 'The Puppy Murder,' while discussing her potential as a VP choice before the negative publicity surrounding her book and its contents. This discussion is part of a segment analyzing the worst takes of the year.
Wherever You Go, There You Are
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Finally, I've been reading a book about mindfulness meditation, but I haven't been practicing it. I think it would be good to do it; it’s good for you.
In this episode, host Tommy Vietor discusses his experience reading a book focused on mindfulness meditation, sharing his thoughts on the importance of practicing mindfulness.
Not Quite White
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And if people don't care, then they're free not to care, but might as well tell that story. I'm sure we'll get to read it in a book coming out in October 2025. Maybe they can do one together!
During the discussion, the hosts talk about Chris Wray, the former FBI director, and suggest that he might document his experiences in an upcoming book set to release in October 2025.
Government Gangsters
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I guess he does; it's easy for me to say that I would stay on to get fired when I am not specifically mentioned to my knowledge in Kash Patel's book, so it is, maybe that is what he's doing.
In the discussion, the podcast host refers to Kash Patel's book while contemplating the possibility of special counsel Jack Smith resigning or being dismissed by Donald Trump. The host speculates that Jack Smith might be considering quitting to avoid being mentioned in the book.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book One: The Lightning Thief
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I, this was, first of all, why Greece? Was Percy Jackson unavailable? I like, does she have a connection to Greece?
In this part of the podcast, the host humorously wonders why someone associated with Greece wasn't appointed, jokingly suggesting that Percy Jackson, a character from a popular book series, would have been a better fit due to his mythological ties.
The Nuff
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He's also an author, uh, and I just want this, a kid's book, a kids' book. This is the description of the book: 'Hillary Quinton and her Shifty Knight Adam Schiff have spread lies that King Donald had cheated to become king.'
The discussion includes a children's book written by Cash Patel, which explores political themes through its narrative.
Seveneves / Seveneves
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It just came out, but Neil Stevenson has a new book called Polan, which I'm very excited to read, Polan.
A host of Pod Save America expresses excitement about reading Neil Stevenson's new book 'Polan', emphasizing its recent release.
Leviathan
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Do you remember Ecclesiastes 9:11? No time and chance happens to them all.
The hosts reference a verse from the Book of Ecclesiastes, specifically Ecclesiastes 9:11, in the context of a life insurance advertisement.
The Art of Logic in an Illogical World
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There’s a really good book called The Art of Logic in an Illogical World that talks about how to take these big culture war issues and break them down into constituent parts. It's about removing the proper nouns; for instance, like, 'Hunter Biden's laptop.'
Congresswoman Marie Glencamp Perez discusses the book 'The Art of Logic in an Illogical World' to illustrate a method for addressing culture war issues, emphasizing the importance of disassembling complex topics into simpler components and eliminating specific references.
American Values
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So the first line, I'm going to mess it up, but the first line in RFK's book American Values is something like, I knew very early that the world was made up of gods and monsters, good and evil. And it was like, no, no, it's not.
In this segment, the podcast host refers to a quote from the beginning of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s book, 'American Values.' They reflect on the line that describes a dualistic view of the world, portraying it as divided between good and evil.
The Federalist Papers
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That's actually, Jon, that three feet high thing, you, me, it's a quote from The Federalist Papers!
During a lighthearted moment, one of the hosts jokes about a quote, prompting a co-host to clarify that it comes from The Federalist Papers.
Nation of Victims
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You know, I had Vivek Ramaswamy on my show a couple weeks before the election, and we had a long, and I thought, really interesting conversation. But one of the foundations of the conversation for me, one of the reasons I wanted to have him on was he had just released this book, which was in many ways an odd book.
Ezra Klein shares that he invited Vivek Ramaswamy to his show a few weeks prior to the election, primarily because Ramaswamy had recently published a book that Klein found intriguing.
Abundance
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In terms of what I would like to see Democratic politicians repudiate, I’m literally talking my book. I have a book coming out in March called 'Abundance.'
In this episode, Ezra Klein discusses his upcoming book titled 'Abundance,' sharing his insights on the issues he believes Democratic politicians should address.
Project 2025:
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But anyway, so that's what he says, and then, you know, in Project 2025, they specifically cite the first round that they—of undocumented immigrants they want to go after—are people who committed felonies, crimes of violence, DUIs, and previous removal.
In the podcast, 'Project 2025' is referenced in relation to discussions about Trump's immigration policies. It highlights the document's specifications about targeting undocumented immigrants, particularly those who have committed felonies, violent crimes, or have previous removals.
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However, I think that's very unlikely, given both past performance and all the promises Trump has made in Project 2025. I genuinely believe that is the plan 100%.
Congressman Ryan references 'Project 2025' to express his belief that the information contained within it reflects the future actions that Trump is likely to pursue.
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As part of Project 2025, he has been helping the Heritage Foundation organize the list of people that would be loyalists.
In this segment, the hosts discuss 'Project 2025' in relation to the potential staffing of a future Trump administration, highlighting how the project aims to compile a list of loyalists for the administration.
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Yeah, the ACA is so deeply ingrained; we need massive reforms to make this work.
The podcast host discusses the deep entrenchment of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly referred to as 'Obamacare.' They mention that significant reforms are needed to ensure its effectiveness, hinting at the ongoing debate surrounding this healthcare policy.
The Art of Power
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Today, I am honored to be able to sit down with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, representing California's 11th District for the last thirty years, inductee to the National Women's Hall of Fame in Seneca Falls, recipient of the nation's highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom and also New York Times best-selling author of The Art of Power, which I cannot recommend enough.
In this segment, the podcast host introduces House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, highlighting her significance and accomplishments, including her role as a New York Times best-selling author of the book 'The Art of Power.' The host enthusiastically recommends the book to listeners.
The Fellowship of the Ring
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But like the Lord of the Rings, you know, what was it? The way is shut. Like the way is not shut.
In this segment, Dan Pfeiffer makes a pop culture reference to The Lord of the Rings, illustrating the current campaign situation by evoking a well-known line from the book.
Democracy Or Else
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Lastly, if you're stressed about the election and want something fun to read, there's always a moment to grab 'Democrazy: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps' by me, Jon Lovett. If you want to get a copy, go to crooked.com/books and pick one up.
In this segment, Jon Lovett suggests his book 'Democrazy: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps' as a lighthearted read for those feeling anxious about the election. He encourages listeners to purchase the book, noting that it can be found at crooked.com/books, and mentions that the proceeds will support Vote of America in 2024.
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And when you hear from Steven Miller, when you hear from some of the authors of Project 2025, Steven Miller, potential White House Chief of Staff if Trump wins again, what they really want to do is get into legal immigration.
In the discussion, the podcast host references Project 2025 while talking about Stephen Miller and his intentions regarding changes to immigration law. They explore what the Trump administration could implement concerning immigration policies if he secures another term, highlighting Project 2025 as a book or plan developed by the Heritage Foundation and partners.
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Um, but I'm sure they'll do more, um on her Howard Stern interview. Um, he asked about a report that emerged yesterday from Bob Woodward's forthcoming book, as if we needed a Woodward book!
The podcast discusses a report about Trump sending COVID tests to Putin, which is noted as coming from Bob Woodward's forthcoming book. This mention is used to illustrate an example of Trump's unusual behavior during his presidency.
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You have to subscribe to Pod Save America, read Playbook, read the New York Times, watch MSNBC, and most people don't do that.
The podcast host discusses the importance of staying informed on political news by reading various sources, mentioning 'Playbook' as one of the key resources people should engage with.
Melania and Me
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A reporter at the Guardian got their hands on an early copy of her book that's coming out next week and reported that in it, the former First Lady reveals that she is stridently pro-choice.
The podcast discusses Melania Trump's upcoming book, which reveals her pro-choice stance, a position that contradicts her husband's. The discussion highlights the timing of the book's release, close to the election, and its potential impact on the political discourse.
Our Journey Together
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So, you've got your Trump trading card NFTs. You've bought Trump's coffee table book. You got Milan's memoir that she's out there hawking right now.
The podcast hosts are discussing the various merchandise associated with Donald Trump, which includes 'Trump's coffee table book', as part of the dialogue surrounding the 2024 Presidential campaign. This indicates that it is indeed a book authored or promoted by him, and it is presented as a physical book designed for display.
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You've bought Trump's coffee table book. You got Milan's memoir that she's out there hawking right now. You've stocked up on Trump and Son's private cryptocurrency, World Liberty Financial—their cryptocurrency platform.
During the discussion about merchandise tied to the Trump campaign, the hosts highlight 'Milan's memoir', which is currently being promoted by Milan herself, as a book product related to those surrounding Trump.
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Obama also released a plan, we had a book in fact—an actual published—remember editing the book? Long book.
The podcast hosts are discussing policy details and campaign tactics. They mention that during a previous campaign, Obama released a policy plan that was published as a book, reflecting on the editing process involved.
Democracy Or Else
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Two quick things before we go to break: You guys all already know about Jon Lovett and Tommy's great book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' It's a funny, practical guide to help you navigate the rest of this election.
The hosts discuss their book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps,' during an ad break. They describe it as a humorous and practical guide designed to assist listeners in navigating the upcoming election, encouraging them to buy and support their work.
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Now it's like, you can stay at Trump properties, you can buy Trump stock; apparently you can now buy crypto, Trump trading cards, NFT business, the new Save America coffee table book where he threatens Mark Zuckerberg with jail time in a coffee table book of pictures; that's just something that's happening.
The hosts discuss a new coffee table book featuring Donald Trump, where he reportedly threatens Mark Zuckerberg, highlighting it as one of the various revenue streams Trump is pursuing.
Melania and Me
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Yeah, we got Melania Trump; she's got a new book out. Oh wow, you have a book of photos from Madrid, a place you've never been; she’s promoting her book with a video that suggests that the butler shooting might have been a conspiracy.
The mention centers on Melania Trump's new book, which is being promoted through a video that hints at conspiracy theories. This topic was raised in the context of discussing the Trump family's latest money-making endeavors.
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Specifically, I was reading about Back on Track in her 'Smart on Crime' book, and I was so impressed with it that I was running for State's Attorney at the time.
Angela Alsobrooks, a Maryland Senate candidate, reflects on her reading of Kamala Harris's book, 'Smart on Crime.' She shares her admiration for the book during her campaign for State's Attorney, which inspired her to reach out to Harris for insights to implement some of her program ideas.
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She is now the author, along with David Fiser, of "America's Deadliest Election: The Cautionary Tale of the Most Violent Election in American History."
During the podcast, Dana Bash is introduced as a co-author of the book 'America's Deadliest Election: The Cautionary Tale of the Most Violent Election in American History' alongside David Fiser. This title serves as a central topic of discussion in the episode.
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Joining us today is the governor of the great state of Michigan and author of a new memoir, True Gretch: Gretchen Whitmer. Welcome back to Pod Save America!
During her introduction on the podcast, the governor of Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer, is introduced as the author of her new memoir, `True Gretch`, providing context for her appearance.
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And uh, have you gotten to Bleak House yet? He's finished Bleak House! Two young children and works his ass off on this show!
The podcast hosts discuss one of their producers, Reid, who is reading through the novels of Charles Dickens, and ask if he has gotten to `Bleak House` yet.
True Gretch
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I just read her book when we were on our plane, by the way! And, um, it's actually a really interesting read, and it's very digestible!
During the discussion, one of the hosts shares that they read a book by Gretchen Whitmer while on a plane to the DNC. They find it to be a compelling and easily digestible read, contributing to a broader conversation about female Democratic governors and Whitmer's rising popularity.
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When we come back, we will talk to our friend Brian Tyler Cohen about his new book, 'Shameless: Republicans' Deliberate Dysfunction in the Battle to Preserve Democracy.' Today's presenting sponsor is Simply Safe Home Security.
In this segment, the hosts are about to introduce Brian Tyler Cohen to discuss his new book titled 'Shameless: Republicans' Deliberate Dysfunction in the Battle to Preserve Democracy.'
The Bestseller Code
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JD studied at Yale, had his career funded by Silicon Valley billionaires and then wrote a bestseller trashing that community. Come on!
The podcast hosts discuss JD Vance and his book, which critiques the Silicon Valley community that supported his career. This mention serves to contrast Vance with Tim Walz.
The Truths We Hold
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It's like, first of all, Kamala Harris—her mother came here from India, her father came here from Jamaica. She has talked about that for her entire career, she has written about it in her book, she has given speeches about it.
The speakers are discussing how Kamala Harris has consistently spoken about and written about her background, noting specifically her book as a source of this information. The context is in relation to Donald Trump's claims that she is misrepresenting her racial background.
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Exactly; I mean, look, it's the Harrison Bergeron speech that we can reshape and reframe America's future if women just learned their place and went back to what they were supposed to do.
The podcast host references 'Harrison Bergeron' to illustrate how some people believe the future can be reshaped if women adhere to traditional roles. The book serves as a poignant example of dystopian themes, highlighting issues of misogyny and the quest for female empowerment.
Animal Farm
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I picture some guys, you know they always do the oh, the guys sitting in a racine bar, you know, what's really concerning them? I damn sure guarantee you it's not banning Animal Farm! They're talking about God, it's too damn expensive to pay for child care, or I'd like to do this!
In a discussion about the concerns of typical voters versus the focus of Republicans, Governor Tim Walz references the book 'Animal Farm' to illustrate issues that are not on the minds of regular voters.
Project 2025:
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My VP wrote the forward to a book about Project 2025, but again, I know nothing about it.'
During the discussion, it's mentioned that Trump admits his Vice President wrote the foreword to a book titled 'Project 2025', despite his claims of being unaware of the details of this plan.
Hillbilly Elegy
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JD Vance, the vice presidential debate based on the people that Kamala Harris is vetting as a candidate, but that's who he is; he's not nearly as substantial as you'd think his life experience and his book and the movie made about his book should be.
The hosts discuss JD Vance, highlighting his life story, book, and the movie adaptation. They suggest that his life is portrayed as more significant than it is, questioning his suitability as a vice presidential candidate chosen by Trump.
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First, I would encourage everyone to tune in to your excellent show, Veli, which airs 10:00 a.m. Eastern on Saturdays and Sundays on MSNBC. Also, you have a great memoir out, 'Small Acts of Courage.' It's fantastic.
During the podcast, Ali Vele's memoir, 'Small Acts of Courage', is highlighted by the host as a fantastic read while also promoting her show on MSNBC.
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Proverbs 28 reads, 'The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion,' and that truly epitomizes Donald Trump.
In this segment, a verse from the Book of Proverbs is cited to draw a comparison, suggesting that Donald Trump embodies the courage of a lion as described in the scripture.
Hillbilly Elegy
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This is... no one knows about JD Vance. I know he had a bestselling book, but not that many people read it.
The speakers reflect on JD Vance's lack of recognition despite having authored a bestselling book, which has since been adapted into a movie. They suggest that relatively few individuals have actually read the book or watched the film.
AmGov
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Well, he... he met with them at... do... during the transfer of their remains back home, but I think, you know, this was that really tough scene that Jen Psaki actually writes about in her book where I... he tried to talk to them about his loss and losing his son, and I think that helped them connect with some of the families, but others were offended by it, and it didn't go well and I don't... look, I'm not sure anyone can say anything that would make you feel better in that moment if you just lost a loved one.
The speakers are discussing an interaction President Biden had with families during a transfer of remains. They reference a tough scene written by Jen Psaki in her book, where she illustrates a similar difficult interaction between Biden and the grieving families.
Project 2025:
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Well, I do think like I think the reason Project 2025 took off is that it plays into something we don’t often get to play into.
In this segment, the podcast hosts discuss the political climate, referencing 'Project 2025' as something that has significantly gained traction and aligns with themes they don’t usually get to explore.
Hillbilly Elegy
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Speaking of speaking of way too young MAGA leaders, the other huge news on Monday was Trump's announcement that his running mate will be JD Vance of Ohio—39-year-old senator, author of 'Hillbilly Elegy' and former CNN contributor, who went from calling Trump 'America's Hitler' to becoming the MAGA era parent and one of Project 2012’s best friends.
JD Vance, Donald Trump's newly announced running mate for Vice President, is noted as the author of the book 'Hillbilly Elegy'. This information is shared to highlight both his literary background and his evolving political stance.
Democracy Or Else
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So, uh, we are in Boston to help launch our new book, Democracy or Else; seems like Else is winning right now. But that's okay!
The hosts discuss their new book, 'Democracy or Else,' during their time in Boston for the book launch.
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Uh, and who better to have with us to do this than Mehdi, one of the best debaters and author of How to Win Every Argument? Uh, love it!
In this segment, Mehdi Hasan is introduced as a highly skilled debater and author of 'How to Win Every Argument', highlighting his expertise in debate and argumentation.
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Stacey, you're a bestselling author of both political books and seven actual novels. You got any advice for us about writing?
During the conversation, Stacey Abrams is recognized as a bestselling author of both political books and seven novels, prompting a discussion about writing.
While Justice Sleeps
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Stacey, you're a bestselling author of both political books and seven actual novels. You got any advice for us about writing?
In this segment, Stacey Abrams is highlighted as a bestselling author, known for her political works as well as her seven novels, prompting questions about her writing experience and advice.
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If you haven't grabbed a copy of Democracy or Else, please do it on your way out.
The hosts encourage audience members to pick up a copy of their book 'Democracy or Else' as they exit the live show.
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But first, we are here in New York again at the Sirius XM Studios because it's book launch week, and as of right now, right now, you can finally get a copy of Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Easy Steps.
The podcast hosts are excitedly announcing the release of their book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Easy Steps'. They highlight that it is book launch week and encourage listeners to buy a copy.
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A horse fell on top of Ulysses S. Grant. I'm reading his personal memoirs.
During a discussion about presidents and their experiences in office, one of the podcast hosts shares that he is currently reading Ulysses S. Grant's personal memoirs. This mention occurs in the context of comparing Trump’s comments about his own "wounds" to those of previous presidents.
Democracy Or Else
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I don’t care, just download it, and buy the book, 'Democracy or Else!' at crooked.com/book!
The podcast hosts encourage listeners to download the episode and promote their book, 'Democracy or Else!', urging them to purchase it from their website.
The Unraveling
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Later, former White House Counsel Bob Bauer stops by to talk about playing Donald Trump in debate prep for Joe Biden in 2020, the Supreme Court, and his new book, 'The Unraveling,' about just how unethical our politics have become.
Bob Bauer, former White House Counsel, joins the podcast to discuss his book 'The Unraveling,' which examines the unethical nature of current political dynamics. This is mentioned by the podcast hosts when introducing Bauer to the show.
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But first, in our book, 'Democracy or Else,' comes out on Monday.
The podcast host mentions the upcoming release of their book, 'Democracy or Else,' which is scheduled to come out on Monday.
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Yes, we're working on that, largely because it was called 'Battling the Big Lie,' and it was largely about them.
During the discussion, the host refers to a previously mentioned book titled 'Battling the Big Lie', which sparked some controversy among conservative circles. This reference helps underscore the themes of political misinformation being covered in this episode.
After Trump
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The American Law Institute organized two working groups that I've been involved with, and I co-chaired each of them with Jack Goldsmith, with whom I wrote a book about presidential institutional reform called 'After Trump' a few years ago.
In this episode, guest Bob Bauer references the book 'After Trump', which he co-authored with Jack Goldsmith. He mentions this book while discussing his involvement with the American Law Institute and their work on presidential institutional reform.
Off Script
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Tonight, Jon, Tommy, and I are on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and we're in New York as part of the launch of "Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps," a book we wrote with Josh Holloway. And that is very good.
During the podcast, the hosts discuss the launch of their book, "Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps," written in collaboration with Josh Holloway, as they appear on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in New York.
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One quick thing before we go to break: we are two weeks from the release of Democracy or Else, John, John, and Tommy's incredibly useful, funny, timely book, and let me tell you how this works.
The podcast hosts discuss their upcoming book, "Democracy or Else," written by Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor. They highlight how pre-ordering books can boost their success and help them land on the New York Times best-seller list.
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We are officially less than three weeks away from the publication of our book, Democracy or Else, How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps, June 25th. Dan, we're so close, it's here, it is here.
The hosts excitedly talk about the upcoming release of their book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps', which will be available on June 25th.
A Case for the American People
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Okay, to give us his perspective of what it was like inside the courtroom shortly before Donald Trump walked out and just spoke to the cameras, we have Norm Eisen, CNN legal analyst, author of 'Trying Trump,' and our old White House pal.
In this segment, Norm Eisen is introduced as a guest to provide his insights on the courtroom atmosphere just before Donald Trump addressed the media. He is highlighted as the author of the book 'Trying Trump,' adding to his credibility as a legal analyst.
The New Jim Crow
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I read books that pushed me to think about some of these issues, like 'The New Jim Crow' by Michelle Alexander and others that created a sense of urgency around ensuring our kids received better schools and that our justice system was reformed to facilitate decarceration.
John Legend discusses how reading 'The New Jim Crow' by Michelle Alexander, along with other books, inspired him to advocate for education reform and justice reform. He highlights the impact this book had on his understanding of these critical issues.
The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary
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Melissa, as you know by now, is a co-host of the fantastic Crooked Media podcast Strict Scrutiny, a professor at NYU Law School, and the author of the very excellent book 'The Trump Indictments.'
In this segment, Melissa Murray is introduced as a co-host of Crooked Media's podcast 'Strict Scrutiny' and as the author of the book 'The Trump Indictments'. Her work is highlighted during the conversation.
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I mean, you know, Andrew and I wrote that book, 'The Trump Indictments,' and we annotated all four indictments; we probably should have just done one!
Melissa Murray, a guest on this episode, mentioned that she and her co-author Andrew wrote the book 'The Trump Indictments,' in which they annotated all four indictments.
Promise Me, Dad
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I mean, I knew, obviously, his book is called 'Promise Me, Dad,' and his need for him to stay in the fight.
The podcast hosts are discussing President Biden's motivations for staying in politics. They reference his book 'Promise Me, Dad', which relates to a promise he made to his son, Beau, to remain in public service, highlighting how this promise influences Biden's commitment to his work.
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But these are, you know, well-educated, well-read, you imagine him just like poring over the Federal Papers, but he's not.
The hosts are discussing Justice Alito and how he seems to be influenced by right-wing media rather than scholarly works, using the example of him hypothetically reading 'The Federal Papers'.
Democracy Or Else
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Is it because June 25th is the release day of Democracy or Else? There it is; you're the best hype man for Democracy or Else, Dan.
In this segment, the hosts humorously discuss the release date of the book 'Democracy or Else'. Dan is playfully praised for promoting the book's timing alongside a live Pos Save America show.
Say More
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When we come back, we're going to talk about Jen's new book, Say More.
The podcast host teases an upcoming discussion about Jen Psaki's new book, 'Say More: Lessons from Working in the White House and the World', indicating it will be a focus of the conversation after the break.
Lean In
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Cheryl Sandberg got into it with Lean In; all of these publications have written about it. Dan, only a man with a brain worm would think, 'You know what?
During the discussion, Alyssa references the book 'Lean In' by Cheryl Sandberg to emphasize the differences in how men and women perceive job qualifications. She uses this mention to critique what she sees as RFK Jr.'s misguided reasoning for his presidential run.
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Politico reported that, do you know she wrote a first book? This was her second book and in the first book her team got her to take the story of killing the puppy out.
The host discusses Kristi Noem's previous book, noting that in that book, an incident involving a puppy was left out. This is contrasted with her latest publication, where the story was included.
Not My First Rodeo
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South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, considered to be in the running to become former President Trump's pick for vice president, is responding to the backlash over a story in her upcoming memoir. In the book, Noem says she shot and killed her 14-month-old puppy named Charlie for bad behavior; conservative media personality Laura Loomer is saying she can't be VP.
Kristi Noem, a potential vice-presidential candidate, is facing backlash for writing about shooting her puppy in her memoir. This controversial subject is discussed by the podcast hosts.
BABE
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You guys just don't know what it's like to live on a farm; sometimes you gotta kill puppies—they're always killing puppies. You ever read Babe or Charlotte's Web? Most of that book is about killing pigs.
During the discussion, the podcast hosts touch upon experiences of farm life, referencing the book 'Babe' to illustrate their point about the harsh realities depicted in the story. They also mention 'Charlotte's Web' in the context of such literature, reflecting on the themes of animal life and death.
Charlotte’s Web
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You guys just don't know what it's like to live on a farm; sometimes you gotta kill puppies—they're always killing puppies. You ever read Babe or Charlotte's Web? Most of that book is about killing pigs.
In this segment, the podcast hosts discuss life on a farm while referencing the book 'Charlotte's Web'. The mention is made in a broader conversation about political issues, highlighting the sometimes harsh realities portrayed in such literature.
Old Yeller
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Old Yeller—you got it; old, it's in the name, old.
In this segment, the podcast hosts reference the book 'Old Yeller' while engaging in a conversation related to their broader discussions on political topics.
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The public opinion aspect intrigues me; there's an organization called the Network Contagion Research Institute at Rutgers that examined popular hashtags. They found that for topics like Taylor Swift or Trump, TikTok posts were outnumbered two to one compared to Instagram, but for banned topics it changed drastically, showing an 8 to 1 ratio for the Uyghurs and 174 to 1 for the Tiananmen Square protests, indicating what the Communist Party doesn't want to go viral.
The podcast hosts delve into the findings from the Network Contagion Research Institute at Rutgers, discussing how TikTok's influence on public opinion varies significantly based on the topics involved. They reference the organization's research to highlight the stark contrasts in post visibility on TikTok versus Instagram, particularly regarding sensitive subjects that face censorship.
All Too Human
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I haven't written a book since my memoir, All Too Human, which came out in 1999.
During the podcast, George Stephanopoulos reflects on his previous memoir, "All Too Human," published in 1999, while discussing his writing journey and motivations for his latest book.
Postcards From the Edge
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I came up with the title before finalizing that chapter, and it’s called 'Postcards From The Edge.'
During the podcast, the speaker, George Stephanopoulos, mentions the title of a chapter in his book, referencing the title 'Postcards From The Edge.' This discussion occurs while he talks about the Trump section of his book.
Trump: The Art of the Deal
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He was doing little fist bumps. If you read 'Art of the Deal' too, you said.
During a discussion about Donald Trump's behavior, a podcast host references the book 'Art of the Deal', suggesting a connection between the book's content and Trump's actions.
Democracy Or Else
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Okay, we are here at the LA Times Festival of Books, my friends and co-hosts here along with Jon Lovett, who has a live show today, so you couldn't be here. They wrote a book, Democracy RSE, how to save America in 10 easy steps.
During the LA Times Festival of Books, the podcast host mentions a book written by the co-hosts titled 'Democracy RSE'. The full title is clarified as 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps', highlighting the hosts as the authors.
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So, please buy our book, "Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps," at crooked.com/books.
During the episode, one of the hosts encourages listeners to purchase their book titled 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps' available at their website.
The Perfect Storm
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There’s that phrase that arrived when that book Perfect Storm came out, which was a very good phrase because it's so useful in so many sort of events.
The book 'Perfect Storm' is referenced as the origin of the term 'perfect storm,' illustrating a combination of adverse factors impacting journalism.
The Run of His Life
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Um, the one thing I do remember about that moment was that was really the moment where Jeffrey Toobin kind of ascended into the cultural consciousness, like he was the one reporting on that case from Los Angeles. He later wrote what I think is one of the best legal books ever, um, irrespective of what you might think about Jeffrey Toobin.
In this segment, the host reflects on Jeffrey Toobin's rise to prominence during the O.J. Simpson trial and highlights his book 'The Run of His Life' as a significant and commendable legal work.
Drawdown
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The Her Foundation had this report, the 2025 Project, and in it, they talk about how the next conservative administration has to obviously sign a national abortion ban if they can get it through Congress. But even if they can't, yes, they want to go after mifepristone.
The podcast hosts are discussing a report called '2025 Project' by the 'Her Foundation'. They mention that the report details how a future conservative administration would pursue a national abortion ban and restrict access to mifepristone. The hosts are analyzing this report to understand the potential actions of a future conservative administration.
2020
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I got two theses on these: one is the Eric Klinenberg who just got a great book out now about the pandemic called 2020.
During the podcast, Chris Hayes discusses the disconnect between crime rates and public perception, mentioning Eric Klinenberg's book '2020,' which addresses the pandemic.
Democracy Or Else
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VIP tickets include a signed copy of our book 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps' and more exclusive merch. And you know what?
During a discussion about their live tour, the hosts mention that VIP tickets will include a signed copy of their book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps', along with exclusive merchandise.
The Holy Bible
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He's selling Bibles, he's selling sneakers, he's selling NFTs, he's doing all these things; it's all part of the narrative you just laid out, which is he's in it for himself, not for any of you guys.
The hosts are discussing Trump's various sales efforts, emphasizing that among the items he's selling are Bibles. This conversation is critical of Trump, pointing out that his actions are self-serving and part of a broader narrative about his motivations and ethical concerns.
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All they have to do is buy some shares of Truth Social or boxes of the Lee Greenwood Bibles, by the crate. It's just—the grift never ends.
The conversation discusses how Trump might benefit financially from sales of items like the Lee Greenwood Bible, as part of a broader discussion on his financial dealings and potential schemes to make money from various sources.
The Holy Bible
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We just see MBS wearing those Trump Air sneakers or whatever those are—the new, new majority—the minority huge stakeholder in Truth Social, MBS, holding up his Lee Greenwood Bible.
The mention discusses a hypothetical scenario where MBS, a foreign stakeholder in Trump's Truth Social platform, is seen with the Lee Greenwood Bible. This context emphasizes the intertwining of Trump's brand and the Bible, highlighting a potential grift.
The Holy Bible
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He hawks some Bibles to pay his legal bills, turns his back on Nikki Haley voters, and then Democratic strategist Liz Smith joins to talk about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s bizarre vice presidential choice.
In this part of the episode, the hosts discuss Donald Trump's unusual strategy of selling Bibles to cover his legal expenses. This mention draws attention to the oddity of Trump's actions, with further commentary provided by the podcast hosts.
The Holy Bible
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Let’s take a listen: all Americans need a Bible in their home and I have many.
In this segment, Donald Trump is quoted stating that all Americans need a Bible, shedding light on his motivations for selling them, as explored later in the episode. This remark was made by Trump and highlighted in the podcast while discussing his recent actions.
The Holy Bible
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It's my favorite book; it's a lot of people's favorite book.
In this segment, Donald Trump expresses that the Bible is his favorite book, highlighting its significance not just to him but to many others. This statement contextualizes his recent actions relating to selling Bibles, providing insight into the reactions discussed later in the episode.
The Late War Between the United States and Great Britain
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Um, like, if you want the Book of Mormon, they’ll just come to your house and give you one.
The mention discusses how the Book of Mormon is readily available for free, contrasting it with the questionable practice of selling bibles for profit. It highlights this point as part of a broader critique of Trump's actions regarding religious books, adding depth to the ongoing conversation about the commercialization of faith.
Commander in Cheat
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And the question you face is, do you call the man a cheater, or do you keep his ball in your pocket? Rick Reilly from Sports Illustrated, it's a classic, wrote a whole book about Trump cheating at golf!
The mention references a book written by Rick Reilly that details Donald Trump's reputation for cheating while playing golf. This discussion highlights Trump's behavior in sports, echoing themes from broader conversations about his character.
Democracy Or Else
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Our VIP ticket bundles include the best seats in the house plus a signed copy of our new book, Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Easy Steps. To see the tour dates and grab your tickets, head to cet.com/events.
The podcast hosts mention their new book "Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Easy Steps" as part of a VIP ticket bundle for their upcoming tour. They encourage listeners to visit cet.com/events for tour dates and tickets, where the book will be included as a signed copy with the purchase of the VIP ticket. This is highlighted as a special bonus for their audience during the tour announcement.
Democracy Or Else
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So we wanted to offer a practical, hopeful guide to make sure that you're ready for the 2024 election and the 2025 insurrection. That's why we wrote a book called 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' It's a helpful, illustrated guide with 100% perfect jokes.
The hosts of Pod Save America promote their new book 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps' as a guide for the upcoming election, describing it as a helpful, illustrated book that includes perfect jokes.
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We hunkered down for what was, let's be honest, a tedious eight hours we'll never get back to bring you 'Democracy or Else' as an audiobook. Finally, your chance to listen to the three of us talk about politics. What a rare opportunity, perfect for the avid listener who loves the pod but just wishes it was much, much longer, and for people who don't read like me.
In this segment, the hosts discuss the audiobook version of their book 'Democracy or Else'. They humorously reflect on the lengthy recording process and highlight the opportunity for listeners to enjoy their political insights.
Warren Buffett's Ground Rules
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And remember in that speech, there was a lot about economic inequality; that was the Buffett Rule, which was based on the idea that Warren Buffett used to say that his secretary paid a higher tax rate than he did.
The podcast hosts are discussing the 2012 State of the Union address given by Barack Obama. The 'Buffett Rule,' which is a tax policy proposal, highlights the idea that Warren Buffett's secretary paid a higher tax rate than he did. This mention relates to the broader context of addressing economic inequality.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
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Look, I've said this quite a few times now: I think from the scene in 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,' where Gene Wilder—that's a big-ass joke; he trips, looks like he’s going to trip, and then does a somersault and he's up on his feet.
In a discussion about President Biden's upcoming State of the Union address, a podcast host references a memorable scene from the book 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', describing a comedic moment involving Gene Wilder.
Prototype
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But I did read the Washington Post story about what McConnell said to Jonathan Martin for his book, and one thing I had forgotten about was that he apparently said to Martin, 'I feel exhilarated by the fact that this fellow—meaning Donald Trump—finally totally discredited himself.
The podcast hosts discuss a Washington Post story that covers Mitch McConnell's remarks to Jonathan Martin regarding his book, highlighting a specific quote McConnell made about Donald Trump on the events of January 6th.
The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary
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Later, Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissman talk to Lovett about all the latest legal news and their new book, The Trump Indictments. Oh, what's that about?
The podcast hosts highlight that Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissman will join the show to discuss the latest legal news, as well as their new book, 'The Trump Indictments'.
Democracy Or Else
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Before we go to break— As you probably know by now, the three of us wrote a book called Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Steps. We're only four months away from you all having a copy of the book in your hand. But maybe the lure of a reasonable page count loaded with illustrations isn't your thing; we've got you covered.
The podcast hosts announce that they have written a book titled 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Steps', which will soon be available for pre-order in both hard copy and audiobook formats.
The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary
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You have a new book, The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary. Melissa, I'll start with you—what stood out to you as you sank deeper into these rich texts? That's a great question, Jon.
In this segment, the hosts introduce guests Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissman, discussing their new book titled 'The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary', while also delving into the broader context of legal news.
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary
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One other detail I thought was interesting in here: Webster defines fraud.
The podcast host highlights Webster's Dictionary to emphasize how the judge defined fraud in the context of the Trump case.
The Conscience of a Liberal
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He's an inspiring guy; everyone should read his book, 'Conscience of a Liberal.'
In this segment, the podcast host highlights Paul Wellstone as an inspiring figure and encourages everyone to read his book titled 'Conscience of a Liberal.'
The Reagan I Knew
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Remember back in the mid-60s, early to mid-'60s, the John Birch Society, which was, as you know, greatly racist and anti-Semitic, was a big force in the Republican Party, and Reagan was one of two people who publicly stood up against it: it was Reagan and William Buckley, and I write about that in the book.
Chris Christie discusses a book in which he details how Ronald Reagan and William Buckley stood against the John Birch Society, a controversial group within Republican politics during the 1960s.
Claiming Her Place in Congress
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But first, political congressional reporter and author of Inside Congress, Daniela Diaz, on Republican infighting in Congress and the failed vote to impeach Biden's Homeland Security Secretary.
Daniela Diaz, a political congressional reporter and author of the book 'Inside Congress,' is introduced as a guest on the Pod Save America podcast. She discusses Republican infighting in Congress and the recent failed vote to impeach Biden's Homeland Security Secretary.
Oath and Honor
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Joining us today is the Vice Chair of the January 6 Committee and author of the new book, 'Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning,' former Wyoming Representative Liz Cheney. Welcome to Pod Save America!
In this segment, the podcast host welcomes Liz Cheney, the author of her new book, 'Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning.' The introduction highlights Cheney's role as the Vice Chair of the January 6 Committee and sets the context for a discussion about her book.
God and Man at Yale
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But I would say on the negative side, the young people who are showing up now to Republican events like they are opting in because they like Donald Trump with the exception of like a handful of super nerds who are still like reading God and Man at Yale. And I love those super nerds; I love them.
Tim Miller references 'God and Man at Yale' to highlight that some intellectuals, referred to as "super nerds," continue to read this book at Republican events, contrasting their interests with the more mainstream attraction to Donald Trump.
Democracy Or Else
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When we come back, Steve Kornacki — guess what guys, we got a book cover! This is our book; it's called 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' Did I get the title right?
The hosts of Pod Save America announce their new book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' This book serves as a hopeful and optimistic guide to political involvement, with the hosts representing the implicit authorship of the work produced by their company, Crooked Media. They also mention that profits will be donated to Vote Save America and other related causes.
A Taste for Poison
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I remember early in the year I was talking about how I was reading that book 'Risin' Kill First' about the early days of Israel and the Mossad, too! It gets up to like 2012! But once it got morally ambivalent, I got out!
In the podcast, Abdul recalls discussing his experience reading the book 'Risin' Kill First' earlier this year, noting that he ceased reading it when the content became morally ambiguous.
How Democracies Die
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And I don't think we need to send mail out copies of how democracies die by those two professors. I don't, I don't think, I don't think we can get people to read how democracies die. Yeah, I don't know that, I don't know that mailing copies is a good idea.
In this segment, the podcast hosts are considering whether sending copies of the book 'How Democracies Die' would effectively inform voters about the risks to democracy. They express doubts about the feasibility of getting people to read the book.
History of Little Nine Partners
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But, I've been reading The Nine by Chuck Colman. It's a recent book that's out and it's very good.
Tommy, one of the podcast hosts, shares that he has been reading 'The Nine' by Chuck Colman, describing it as a recent and very good book.
Extremely Hardcore
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And to help us sound smart for once, we are joined by Zoe Schiffer; she is the managing editor at Platformer, an excellent site, and the co-author of the forthcoming book 'Extremely Hardcore: Inside Elon Musk's Twitter.' You can pre-order it today, I imagine, right?
In this segment, the podcast hosts introduce Zoe Schiffer, a tech reporter and managing editor at Platformer. They highlight her role as the co-author of the forthcoming book 'Extremely Hardcore: Inside Elon Musk's Twitter', mentioning that it is available for pre-order.
Democracy Or Else
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This is our book, it's called Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps! Did I get the title right?
During the podcast, the hosts announce the release of their new book titled Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps. They discuss the book's content and share their plans to donate the profits, engaging in self-promotion as the book is published by Crooked Media.
Hannibal
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Here's the truth: has anybody ever heard of Hannibal Lector? He was a nice fellow.
In a light-hearted moment, the podcast host jokingly refers to Hannibal Lector, a fictional character from Thomas Harris's novels. The mention is delivered with sarcasm, contrasting the character's notorious reputation with a humorous comment about someone being nice.
Don Quixote
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They're taking low pay to come help you, Tim Scott. Running this Don Quixote mission is not a good look for him.
In this episode, the podcast hosts discuss Tim Scott's presidential run, describing it as a 'Don Quixote mission' to illustrate the futility of his efforts. They highlight how his pursuit seems misguided and unlikely to succeed.
Holy Bible (NIV)
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Dan, which of the following real blog posts on the Covenant Eyes website would John be most eager to read: Post A, 'What Does the Bible Say About Masturbation?' or Post B, 'When Jesus Used Technology'?
In a discussion about blog posts on the Covenant Eyes website, Dan refers to a post titled, 'What Does The Bible Say About Masturbation?'. This mention implies the biblical text itself rather than citing a specific book.
Democracy Or Else
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Alright, before we get to break, just one quick housekeeping note: in case you missed it, Lovett, Tommy, and I wrote a book, and it's coming out June 25th, 2024. Guess what?
In a brief segment, podcast hosts Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor announce that they have authored a book titled 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps', which is set to be released on June 25th, 2024.
The Voyage of the Beagle
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He drew little pictures in his little book of all the different animals he saw in the Galapagos. And ever since, I have this image in my mind.
During a comedic segment of the podcast, one of the hosts, while making fun of a speech, refers to a 'little book' utilized by Mike Johnson that includes illustrations from his observations in the Galapagos. This is clearly a reference to The Voyage of the Beagle by Charles Darwin, which documents his findings in that area.
Holy Bible (NIV)
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Someone asked me today in the media, they said, 'It's curious, people are curious, what does Mike Johnson think about any issue under the sun?' I said, 'Well, go pick up a Bible off your shelf and read it. That's what I believe.'
In a discussion about Mike Johnson's views, he recommends reading the Bible to gain insight into his beliefs.
Prequel
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In your new book, Prequel, you track the fight between those inside and outside the government to repel a takeover by right-wing extremists, armed with fascism, anti-Semitic conspiracy theories, and an all-out assault on the left.
The podcast host discusses the book "Prequel" by Rachel Maddow, which examines the struggle against right-wing extremists attempting to undermine the government, using fascism and anti-Semitic conspiracy theories as weapons.
The Scarlet Letter
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Then there’s Nancy Mace, who's just trying to get attention in any way she can; she's wearing an 'A' on her shirt like a Scarlet Letter because she says she’s been silenced. It’s funny because everywhere you look, there’s a lot of Mace—she should read the book.
The podcast hosts discuss Nancy Mace and her attention-seeking antics, pointing out that she is wearing an 'A' on her shirt like The Scarlet Letter because she claims to have been silenced. They jokingly suggest that she should read the book.
Renegade
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Yeah, last thing, I know you have a book coming out; it's called "Renegade: Defending Democracy and Liberty in Our Divided Country," set to be released at the end of this month on October 31st. What do you write about, and where can folks pick this up?
Adam Kinzinger discusses his upcoming book titled "Renegade: Defending Democracy and Liberty in Our Divided Country" on the Pod Save America podcast. He reflects on his personal mistakes, the evolution of the Republican Party, and offers insights on navigating America's current political challenges.
Enough
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Her new book is called Enough; she testified before the January 6th committee. When we come back, Cassidy Hutchinson joins us.
The podcast hosts announce that the upcoming guest is Cassidy Hutchinson and mention her new book, 'Enough.' This serves as an introduction to the interview with her.
Industrial Society and Its Future
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This is like when somebody reads something from the Unabomber manifesto and it's like it was the Unabomber. Now, how do you feel?
The hosts are drawing a comparison between a statement regarding the Republican debate and the Unabomber manifesto. This mention serves to emphasize the intensity of someone's agreement with the statement, making an analogy to the writings of the Unabomber, which resonate with many people.
The Boys on the Bus
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One Republican who is quite done with his party's antics is Willard Mitt Romney, whose announcement last week that he’ll be retiring from the Senate was accompanied by a candid exit interview with McKay Coppins, who spent hours with Romney for a forthcoming biography that should be out next month.
In this segment, the podcast hosts discuss Mitt Romney's decision to retire and the forthcoming biography about him by McKay Coppins. The conversation emphasizes the impending release of this book, highlighting its significance in light of Romney's candid reflections during the interview.
Gender Queer: A Memoir Deluxe Edition
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That was Senator Kennedy quoting the most sexually explicit passages from the two most censored books in America: Maya Kobabe's 'Gender Queer' and George M. Johnson's 'All Boys Aren't Blue.'
During the discussion about book banning and censorship, Senator Kennedy quoted explicitly from Maya Kobabe's book 'Gender Queer', highlighting its significance as one of the most censored books in America.
All Boys Aren't Blue
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That was Senator Kennedy quoting the most sexually explicit passages from the two most censored books in America: Maya Kobabe's 'Gender Queer' and George M. Johnson's 'All Boys Aren't Blue.'
During a discussion about book banning and censorship, Senator Kennedy quoted from 'All Boys Aren't Blue' by George M. Johnson, highlighting its explicit passages. The podcast explores the implications of book censorship and the significance of this hearing.
Mobility
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It's now been one month since Crooked Media Reads published our first book, 'Mobility' by Lydia Kiesling, and not only did it make the bestseller list, it also received amazing reviews from outlets like the LA Times, which called it an emotionally and geopolitically savvy coming-of-age story.
In this segment, the podcast discusses the book 'Mobility' by Lydia Kiesling, which was recently published by Crooked Media Reads. The book has made it onto the bestseller list and has received favorable reviews, notably from the LA Times, highlighting its depth as an emotionally and geopolitically insightful coming-of-age narrative.
The Last Politician
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Joining us today is the author of The Last Politician, the first real insider account of the Biden presidency, which is out this week—Frank Foer.
The host introduces Frank Foer, the author of 'The Last Politician', which is described as the first genuine insider account of the Biden presidency, released this week.
Les Miserables
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He's like Jean Valjean in Les Misérables. He just keeps looking at the mirror and saying, 'One Day More, One Day More.'
In this excerpt, Dan Pfeiffer draws a comparison between Kevin McCarthy's struggle to maintain his position and Jean Valjean from the book 'Les Misérables', suggesting that McCarthy is desperately trying to prolong his political life.
The People Vs. Barack Obama
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By the way, Ben Shapiro is so full of... he writes an entire book in 2014, The People vs. Barack Obama, where he suggests a RICO case against Barack Obama for the...
During a segment where the hosts are playing 'Two Takes and a Fake', a host brings up a quote from Ben Shapiro, mentioning his book 'The People vs. Barack Obama' and discussing its controversial arguments.
Latest Books Mentioned
Murder at the Puppy Fest
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Podcast host Tommy Vietor references Kristi Noem's book, 'The Puppy Murder,' while discussing her potential as a VP choice before the negative publicity surrounding her book and its contents. This discussion is part of a segment analyzing the worst takes of the year.
This was before the puppy-killing thing and before her book, The Puppy Murder!
Wherever You Go, There You Are
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In this episode, host Tommy Vietor discusses his experience reading a book focused on mindfulness meditation, sharing his thoughts on the importance of practicing mindfulness.
Finally, I've been reading a book about mindfulness meditation, but I haven't been practicing it. I think it would be good to do it; it’s good for you.
Rage
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In the podcast, Donald Trump discusses a lawsuit he has filed against Bob Woodward, claiming that Woodward misquoted him concerning tapes. The conversation revolves around Trump's recent legal challenges against various media entities, and it suggests that the book in question is likely 'Rage,' which Woodward authored.
You know about that, you're involved in one, which has been going on for a while and very successfully against Bob Woodward where he didn't quote me properly from the tapes.
Not Quite White
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During the discussion, the hosts talk about Chris Wray, the former FBI director, and suggest that he might document his experiences in an upcoming book set to release in October 2025.
And if people don't care, then they're free not to care, but might as well tell that story. I'm sure we'll get to read it in a book coming out in October 2025. Maybe they can do one together!
Government Gangsters
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In the discussion, the podcast host refers to Kash Patel's book while contemplating the possibility of special counsel Jack Smith resigning or being dismissed by Donald Trump. The host speculates that Jack Smith might be considering quitting to avoid being mentioned in the book.
I guess he does; it's easy for me to say that I would stay on to get fired when I am not specifically mentioned to my knowledge in Kash Patel's book, so it is, maybe that is what he's doing.
Percy Jackson and the Olympians, Book One: The Lightning Thief
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In this part of the podcast, the host humorously wonders why someone associated with Greece wasn't appointed, jokingly suggesting that Percy Jackson, a character from a popular book series, would have been a better fit due to his mythological ties.
I, this was, first of all, why Greece? Was Percy Jackson unavailable? I like, does she have a connection to Greece?
The Nuff
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The discussion includes a children's book written by Cash Patel, which explores political themes through its narrative.
He's also an author, uh, and I just want this, a kid's book, a kids' book. This is the description of the book: 'Hillary Quinton and her Shifty Knight Adam Schiff have spread lies that King Donald had cheated to become king.'
Seveneves / Seveneves
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A host of Pod Save America expresses excitement about reading Neil Stevenson's new book 'Polan', emphasizing its recent release.
It just came out, but Neil Stevenson has a new book called Polan, which I'm very excited to read, Polan.
Leviathan
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The hosts reference a verse from the Book of Ecclesiastes, specifically Ecclesiastes 9:11, in the context of a life insurance advertisement.
Do you remember Ecclesiastes 9:11? No time and chance happens to them all.
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Congresswoman Marie Glencamp Perez discusses the book 'The Art of Logic in an Illogical World' to illustrate a method for addressing culture war issues, emphasizing the importance of disassembling complex topics into simpler components and eliminating specific references.
There’s a really good book called The Art of Logic in an Illogical World that talks about how to take these big culture war issues and break them down into constituent parts. It's about removing the proper nouns; for instance, like, 'Hunter Biden's laptop.'
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In this segment, the podcast host refers to a quote from the beginning of Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s book, 'American Values.' They reflect on the line that describes a dualistic view of the world, portraying it as divided between good and evil.
So the first line, I'm going to mess it up, but the first line in RFK's book American Values is something like, I knew very early that the world was made up of gods and monsters, good and evil. And it was like, no, no, it's not.
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During a lighthearted moment, one of the hosts jokes about a quote, prompting a co-host to clarify that it comes from The Federalist Papers.
That's actually, Jon, that three feet high thing, you, me, it's a quote from The Federalist Papers!
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Ezra Klein shares that he invited Vivek Ramaswamy to his show a few weeks prior to the election, primarily because Ramaswamy had recently published a book that Klein found intriguing.
You know, I had Vivek Ramaswamy on my show a couple weeks before the election, and we had a long, and I thought, really interesting conversation. But one of the foundations of the conversation for me, one of the reasons I wanted to have him on was he had just released this book, which was in many ways an odd book.
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In this episode, Ezra Klein discusses his upcoming book titled 'Abundance,' sharing his insights on the issues he believes Democratic politicians should address.
In terms of what I would like to see Democratic politicians repudiate, I’m literally talking my book. I have a book coming out in March called 'Abundance.'
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In the podcast, 'Project 2025' is referenced in relation to discussions about Trump's immigration policies. It highlights the document's specifications about targeting undocumented immigrants, particularly those who have committed felonies, violent crimes, or have previous removals.
But anyway, so that's what he says, and then, you know, in Project 2025, they specifically cite the first round that they—of undocumented immigrants they want to go after—are people who committed felonies, crimes of violence, DUIs, and previous removal.
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Congressman Ryan references 'Project 2025' to express his belief that the information contained within it reflects the future actions that Trump is likely to pursue.
However, I think that's very unlikely, given both past performance and all the promises Trump has made in Project 2025. I genuinely believe that is the plan 100%.
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The podcast hosts discuss Terry Slat's new book, which shares insights about his disappointment with Barack Obama during a specific speech. One of the hosts also mentions participating in a book event with Slat, highlighting the relevance of the book in the context of their conversation about emotions following an election loss.
Our friend Terry Slat has a new book out, and I was doing a book event with him. In his book, he talks about how the only time in his life he'd ever been disappointed with Barack Obama was during that speech.
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The podcast hosts discuss Terry Slat's new book, which includes a narrative about his disappointment with Barack Obama. This mention occurs in the context of their feelings following an election loss.
Our friend Terry Slat has a new book out, and I was doing a book event with him. In his book, he talks about how the only time in his life he'd ever been disappointed with Barack Obama was during that speech.
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In this segment, the hosts discuss 'Project 2025' in relation to the potential staffing of a future Trump administration, highlighting how the project aims to compile a list of loyalists for the administration.
As part of Project 2025, he has been helping the Heritage Foundation organize the list of people that would be loyalists.
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The podcast host discusses the deep entrenchment of the Affordable Care Act (ACA), commonly referred to as 'Obamacare.' They mention that significant reforms are needed to ensure its effectiveness, hinting at the ongoing debate surrounding this healthcare policy.
Yeah, the ACA is so deeply ingrained; we need massive reforms to make this work.
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In this segment, the podcast host introduces House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, highlighting her significance and accomplishments, including her role as a New York Times best-selling author of the book 'The Art of Power.' The host enthusiastically recommends the book to listeners.
Today, I am honored to be able to sit down with House Speaker Nancy Pelosi, representing California's 11th District for the last thirty years, inductee to the National Women's Hall of Fame in Seneca Falls, recipient of the nation's highest civilian honor, the Presidential Medal of Freedom and also New York Times best-selling author of The Art of Power, which I cannot recommend enough.
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In this segment, Dan Pfeiffer makes a pop culture reference to The Lord of the Rings, illustrating the current campaign situation by evoking a well-known line from the book.
But like the Lord of the Rings, you know, what was it? The way is shut. Like the way is not shut.
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During a discussion on Fox News, Kamala Harris highlighted General Mark Milley's assertion to Bob Woodward that Donald Trump embodies fascist tendencies. This reference underscores the use of Bob Woodward's book to bolster Harris's critique of the former president.
The other thing too is she, at one point in that exchange about the enemy from within, she talked about General Mark Milley, whom Donald Trump handpicked to be his Joint Chiefs of Staff chairman, and how he told Bob Woodward that Donald Trump is a fascist to the core, and she brought that up and then, you know, Bret was like, 'Oh, yeah, yeah, he did tell that to Bob Woodward.'
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In this segment, the podcast hosts talk about Bob Woodward's revelation during Tim Miller's podcast, where Woodward shares that James Mattis emailed him to express agreement with General Mark Milley's characterization of Donald Trump as 'the most dangerous person ever.' This mention highlights the significance of Woodward's work within the ongoing political conversation.
Uh, meanwhile our pal Tim Miller broke some news over at The Bulwark about former Trump Defense Secretary James Mattis—um, on Tim’s Bulwark podcast, Bob Woodward revealed that Mattis emailed him to say that he agrees with General Mark Milley’s assessment that Trump is quote 'the most dangerous person ever.'
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During their conversation, the hosts criticize the choice some individuals make to express private thoughts about Trump's presidency by reaching out to Bob Woodward. They suggest that this approach is cowardly and imply that Woodward's upcoming book will capture these sentiments, which reflects a broader critique of the political climate.
It’s pure cowardice to sit there and believe that a fascist–someone you believe is a fascist, a dangerous fascist–is on the cusp of being President of the United States, and your response is to email Bob Woodward after his book comes out, 'Hey Bob, maybe you put this in your next one in 2026' It’s just–I don’t know, man!
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In this segment, Jon Lovett suggests his book 'Democrazy: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps' as a lighthearted read for those feeling anxious about the election. He encourages listeners to purchase the book, noting that it can be found at crooked.com/books, and mentions that the proceeds will support Vote of America in 2024.
Lastly, if you're stressed about the election and want something fun to read, there's always a moment to grab 'Democrazy: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps' by me, Jon Lovett. If you want to get a copy, go to crooked.com/books and pick one up.
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In the discussion, the podcast host references Project 2025 while talking about Stephen Miller and his intentions regarding changes to immigration law. They explore what the Trump administration could implement concerning immigration policies if he secures another term, highlighting Project 2025 as a book or plan developed by the Heritage Foundation and partners.
And when you hear from Steven Miller, when you hear from some of the authors of Project 2025, Steven Miller, potential White House Chief of Staff if Trump wins again, what they really want to do is get into legal immigration.
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In this segment, the podcast hosts are reflecting on Trump's increasing instability and his desire for unchecked power. They reference 'Project 2025', which highlights concerns discussed earlier in the episode.
He also talked to New York Magazine and he said the thing to think about is his increasing instability, Project 2025, the notion of a Trump with no guardrails with a desire for unchecked power.
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Debbie Mucarsel-Powell discussed Rick Scott's intention to dismantle FEMA, referencing the Project 2025 document which outlines this plan in detail.
That's part of what Project 2025 has included in those points in that 900-page document! It's extremely dangerous!
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The podcast discusses a report about Trump sending COVID tests to Putin, which is noted as coming from Bob Woodward's forthcoming book. This mention is used to illustrate an example of Trump's unusual behavior during his presidency.
Um, but I'm sure they'll do more, um on her Howard Stern interview. Um, he asked about a report that emerged yesterday from Bob Woodward's forthcoming book, as if we needed a Woodward book!
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The podcast host discusses the importance of staying informed on political news by reading various sources, mentioning 'Playbook' as one of the key resources people should engage with.
You have to subscribe to Pod Save America, read Playbook, read the New York Times, watch MSNBC, and most people don't do that.
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The podcast discusses Melania Trump's upcoming book, which reveals her pro-choice stance, a position that contradicts her husband's. The discussion highlights the timing of the book's release, close to the election, and its potential impact on the political discourse.
A reporter at the Guardian got their hands on an early copy of her book that's coming out next week and reported that in it, the former First Lady reveals that she is stridently pro-choice.
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A podcast host mentions a book by J.D. Vance, likely his memoir, Hillbilly Elegy. The host humorously notes they didn't finish reading it, referencing a manger in a lighthearted manner. This mention surfaces during a discussion about J.D. Vance's performance in the vice presidential debate.
I never got to the end of that book though, but whatever happened to, they found him in that manger.
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In the podcast, the hosts discuss J.D. Vance's experiences during his time in the Marines, specifically how he covered his role in media relations in his book 'Hillbilly Elegy'.
And apparently in Hillbilly Elegy he talked about how he in the Marines, he did media relations for the Marines combat correspondent.
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The podcast hosts are discussing the various merchandise associated with Donald Trump, which includes 'Trump's coffee table book', as part of the dialogue surrounding the 2024 Presidential campaign. This indicates that it is indeed a book authored or promoted by him, and it is presented as a physical book designed for display.
So, you've got your Trump trading card NFTs. You've bought Trump's coffee table book. You got Milan's memoir that she's out there hawking right now.
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During the discussion about merchandise tied to the Trump campaign, the hosts highlight 'Milan's memoir', which is currently being promoted by Milan herself, as a book product related to those surrounding Trump.
You've bought Trump's coffee table book. You got Milan's memoir that she's out there hawking right now. You've stocked up on Trump and Son's private cryptocurrency, World Liberty Financial—their cryptocurrency platform.
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The podcast hosts are discussing policy details and campaign tactics. They mention that during a previous campaign, Obama released a policy plan that was published as a book, reflecting on the editing process involved.
Obama also released a plan, we had a book in fact—an actual published—remember editing the book? Long book.
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The hosts discuss their book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps,' during an ad break. They describe it as a humorous and practical guide designed to assist listeners in navigating the upcoming election, encouraging them to buy and support their work.
Two quick things before we go to break: You guys all already know about Jon Lovett and Tommy's great book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' It's a funny, practical guide to help you navigate the rest of this election.
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The hosts discuss a new coffee table book featuring Donald Trump, where he reportedly threatens Mark Zuckerberg, highlighting it as one of the various revenue streams Trump is pursuing.
Now it's like, you can stay at Trump properties, you can buy Trump stock; apparently you can now buy crypto, Trump trading cards, NFT business, the new Save America coffee table book where he threatens Mark Zuckerberg with jail time in a coffee table book of pictures; that's just something that's happening.
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The mention centers on Melania Trump's new book, which is being promoted through a video that hints at conspiracy theories. This topic was raised in the context of discussing the Trump family's latest money-making endeavors.
Yeah, we got Melania Trump; she's got a new book out. Oh wow, you have a book of photos from Madrid, a place you've never been; she’s promoting her book with a video that suggests that the butler shooting might have been a conspiracy.
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Angela Alsobrooks, a Maryland Senate candidate, reflects on her reading of Kamala Harris's book, 'Smart on Crime.' She shares her admiration for the book during her campaign for State's Attorney, which inspired her to reach out to Harris for insights to implement some of her program ideas.
Specifically, I was reading about Back on Track in her 'Smart on Crime' book, and I was so impressed with it that I was running for State's Attorney at the time.
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The host remarks on Mark Robinson's behavior, highlighting that Robinson frequently quoted Hitler, suggesting that Robinson likely drew from Hitler's writings, such as Mein Kampf.
He was also a Holocaust denier; he used to quote Hitler all the time; he said that a Black panther was, uh, Jews trying to take money from Black people... or, think she...
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During the podcast, Dana Bash is introduced as a co-author of the book 'America's Deadliest Election: The Cautionary Tale of the Most Violent Election in American History' alongside David Fiser. This title serves as a central topic of discussion in the episode.
She is now the author, along with David Fiser, of "America's Deadliest Election: The Cautionary Tale of the Most Violent Election in American History."
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The podcast hosts are discussing the Republican agenda outlined in 'Project 2025', emphasizing its detrimental impacts on the middle class, workers' rights, and the economic benefits for the ultra-wealthy.
One of the goals of their Project 2025 is to screw the middle class, making it harder for workers to collectively bargain, allowing employers to drastically cut overtime or eliminate it, and slash taxes for the ultra-wealthy by imposing a national sales tax on the rest of us. When Republicans used to talk about freedom, they meant it.
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The podcast hosts are discussing 'Project 2025,' which serves as a comprehensive plan that outlines strategies aimed at enhancing presidential power.
It's called Project 2025, a 922-page blueprint to make Donald Trump the most powerful president ever. Donald Trump may try to deny it, but those are Donald Trump's plans. Well, revenge does take time.
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During her introduction on the podcast, the governor of Michigan, Gretchen Whitmer, is introduced as the author of her new memoir, `True Gretch`, providing context for her appearance.
Joining us today is the governor of the great state of Michigan and author of a new memoir, True Gretch: Gretchen Whitmer. Welcome back to Pod Save America!
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The podcast hosts discuss one of their producers, Reid, who is reading through the novels of Charles Dickens, and ask if he has gotten to `Bleak House` yet.
And uh, have you gotten to Bleak House yet? He's finished Bleak House! Two young children and works his ass off on this show!
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The podcast host mentions the book 'Mein Kampf' in the context of Donald Trump's comments about immigrants and his connection to Project 2025.
So when Donald Trump is out here paraphrasing Mein Kampf and talking about immigrants poisoning the blood of this country, well then you go look at Project 2025, the architect, but also what's in the plan.
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During the discussion, one of the hosts shares that they read a book by Gretchen Whitmer while on a plane to the DNC. They find it to be a compelling and easily digestible read, contributing to a broader conversation about female Democratic governors and Whitmer's rising popularity.
I just read her book when we were on our plane, by the way! And, um, it's actually a really interesting read, and it's very digestible!
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The podcast hosts introduce Brian Tyler Cohen, who will be joining them to discuss his new book and participate in a fun segment.
Later, our pal Brian Tyler Cohen is here to talk about his brand new book and play a round of Take Appreciators with me and Lovett. But first, remember Donald Trump?
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In this segment, the hosts are about to introduce Brian Tyler Cohen to discuss his new book titled 'Shameless: Republicans' Deliberate Dysfunction in the Battle to Preserve Democracy.'
When we come back, we will talk to our friend Brian Tyler Cohen about his new book, 'Shameless: Republicans' Deliberate Dysfunction in the Battle to Preserve Democracy.' Today's presenting sponsor is Simply Safe Home Security.
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During the episode, the release of Brian Tyler Cohen's book 'Shameless: Republicans' Deliberate Dysfunction in the Battle to Preserve Democracy' is discussed, including its release date and the availability for pre-order.
His book 'Shameless: Republicans' Deliberate Dysfunction in the Battle to Preserve Democracy' comes out on August 13th. You can pre-order it now wherever books are sold.
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The podcast hosts discuss JD Vance and his book, which critiques the Silicon Valley community that supported his career. This mention serves to contrast Vance with Tim Walz.
JD studied at Yale, had his career funded by Silicon Valley billionaires and then wrote a bestseller trashing that community. Come on!
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The speakers are discussing how Kamala Harris has consistently spoken about and written about her background, noting specifically her book as a source of this information. The context is in relation to Donald Trump's claims that she is misrepresenting her racial background.
It's like, first of all, Kamala Harris—her mother came here from India, her father came here from Jamaica. She has talked about that for her entire career, she has written about it in her book, she has given speeches about it.
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The podcast host references 'Harrison Bergeron' to illustrate how some people believe the future can be reshaped if women adhere to traditional roles. The book serves as a poignant example of dystopian themes, highlighting issues of misogyny and the quest for female empowerment.
Exactly; I mean, look, it's the Harrison Bergeron speech that we can reshape and reframe America's future if women just learned their place and went back to what they were supposed to do.
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In a discussion about the concerns of typical voters versus the focus of Republicans, Governor Tim Walz references the book 'Animal Farm' to illustrate issues that are not on the minds of regular voters.
I picture some guys, you know they always do the oh, the guys sitting in a racine bar, you know, what's really concerning them? I damn sure guarantee you it's not banning Animal Farm! They're talking about God, it's too damn expensive to pay for child care, or I'd like to do this!
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During the discussion, it's mentioned that Trump admits his Vice President wrote the foreword to a book titled 'Project 2025', despite his claims of being unaware of the details of this plan.
My VP wrote the forward to a book about Project 2025, but again, I know nothing about it.'
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The hosts discuss JD Vance, highlighting his life story, book, and the movie adaptation. They suggest that his life is portrayed as more significant than it is, questioning his suitability as a vice presidential candidate chosen by Trump.
JD Vance, the vice presidential debate based on the people that Kamala Harris is vetting as a candidate, but that's who he is; he's not nearly as substantial as you'd think his life experience and his book and the movie made about his book should be.
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During the podcast, Ali Vele's memoir, 'Small Acts of Courage', is highlighted by the host as a fantastic read while also promoting her show on MSNBC.
First, I would encourage everyone to tune in to your excellent show, Veli, which airs 10:00 a.m. Eastern on Saturdays and Sundays on MSNBC. Also, you have a great memoir out, 'Small Acts of Courage.' It's fantastic.
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The hosts discuss how JD Vance seems to align with 'Project 2025', noting his role in writing the foreword to a book that presents a popularized version of this policy manual, despite the policy's unpopularity.
And at a moment when the Trump campaign is trying desperately to distance itself from its own policy blueprint, which is Project 2025, I just learned that he literally wrote the forward to a forthcoming book that might as well be entitled Project 2025.
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In this segment, a verse from the Book of Proverbs is cited to draw a comparison, suggesting that Donald Trump embodies the courage of a lion as described in the scripture.
Proverbs 28 reads, 'The wicked flee though no one pursues, but the righteous are as bold as a lion,' and that truly epitomizes Donald Trump.
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The speakers reflect on JD Vance's lack of recognition despite having authored a bestselling book, which has since been adapted into a movie. They suggest that relatively few individuals have actually read the book or watched the film.
This is... no one knows about JD Vance. I know he had a bestselling book, but not that many people read it.
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The speakers are discussing an interaction President Biden had with families during a transfer of remains. They reference a tough scene written by Jen Psaki in her book, where she illustrates a similar difficult interaction between Biden and the grieving families.
Well, he... he met with them at... do... during the transfer of their remains back home, but I think, you know, this was that really tough scene that Jen Psaki actually writes about in her book where I... he tried to talk to them about his loss and losing his son, and I think that helped them connect with some of the families, but others were offended by it, and it didn't go well and I don't... look, I'm not sure anyone can say anything that would make you feel better in that moment if you just lost a loved one.
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In this segment, the podcast hosts discuss the political climate, referencing 'Project 2025' as something that has significantly gained traction and aligns with themes they don’t usually get to explore.
Well, I do think like I think the reason Project 2025 took off is that it plays into something we don’t often get to play into.
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JD Vance, Donald Trump's newly announced running mate for Vice President, is noted as the author of the book 'Hillbilly Elegy'. This information is shared to highlight both his literary background and his evolving political stance.
Speaking of speaking of way too young MAGA leaders, the other huge news on Monday was Trump's announcement that his running mate will be JD Vance of Ohio—39-year-old senator, author of 'Hillbilly Elegy' and former CNN contributor, who went from calling Trump 'America's Hitler' to becoming the MAGA era parent and one of Project 2012’s best friends.
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The host alludes to having read a book in a context referencing 'East Egg,' a term associated with The Great Gatsby, suggesting that the book being discussed is likely The Great Gatsby by F. Scott Fitzgerald.
Uh, we love East Fork; I read a book.
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The hosts discuss their new book, 'Democracy or Else,' during their time in Boston for the book launch.
So, uh, we are in Boston to help launch our new book, Democracy or Else; seems like Else is winning right now. But that's okay!
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In this segment, Mehdi Hasan is introduced as a highly skilled debater and author of 'How to Win Every Argument', highlighting his expertise in debate and argumentation.
Uh, and who better to have with us to do this than Mehdi, one of the best debaters and author of How to Win Every Argument? Uh, love it!
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In this segment, the hosts share exciting news about the release of their book, 'Democracy or Else!', and encourage their listeners to check it out.
Alright, before we dig into the news, we are here in New York because it's publication week for our book, Democracy or Else! How to save America in 10 easy steps.
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The hosts discuss how the sales of their book, "Democracy or Else!", will contribute funds to Vote Save America and support 2024 campaigns focused on preserving democracy.
We're looking to do this not just to fill our insatiable hunger for public affirmation, which is even more insatiable for some of us than others, But because the more people who see this book and buy this book, the more money goes to Vote Save America and 2024 campaigns that are doing the real work to save democracy.
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In this segment, the hosts mention that Greenlight Bookstore is selling copies of books in the lobby at their live show, highlighting Stacey's success as a bestselling author of both political works and novels.
And luckily, Brooklyn's own Greenlight Bookstore is here in the lobby selling copies! Stacey, you're a bestselling author of both political books and seven actual novels.
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During the conversation, Stacey Abrams is recognized as a bestselling author of both political books and seven novels, prompting a discussion about writing.
Stacey, you're a bestselling author of both political books and seven actual novels. You got any advice for us about writing?
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In this segment, Stacey Abrams is highlighted as a bestselling author, known for her political works as well as her seven novels, prompting questions about her writing experience and advice.
Stacey, you're a bestselling author of both political books and seven actual novels. You got any advice for us about writing?
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During the discussion, a quote from Stacey Abrams's book 'Hidden Sins' is referenced while the hosts are quizzing her. They draw a connection between a line from her novel and the current political landscape.
Well, given that as a line from Hidden Sins, what we know... Is that the secret to their success was revealing to the world what was happening?
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During the podcast, Stacey Abrams's novel 'Hidden Sins' is referenced through a quote, which draws a connection between the themes of the book and political gerrymandering.
I was thinking about the franchise while reading this passage in the novel, Hidden Sins: 'Heat like an inferno, blood in his veins, it's demanded that he slide his arms around her, that he trail his hand along her spine to sink into the silver curls at her nape.'
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In this segment, the podcast hosts excitedly mention their book, 'Democracy or Else!', highlighting that they collaborated on it.
I don't know if you know this, but, uh, Tommy, and I, and Jon, sort of, he helped a little, we wrote a book! I've heard!
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The hosts of the podcast mention their book titled 'Democracy or Else!' and inform listeners that it was released recently and is available in bookstores.
It's called Democracy or Else! It dropped Tuesday, and it's available at bookstores everywhere, including here at this show!
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The hosts encourage audience members to pick up a copy of their book 'Democracy or Else' as they exit the live show.
If you haven't grabbed a copy of Democracy or Else, please do it on your way out.
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The podcast hosts are excitedly announcing the release of their book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Easy Steps'. They highlight that it is book launch week and encourage listeners to buy a copy.
But first, we are here in New York again at the Sirius XM Studios because it's book launch week, and as of right now, right now, you can finally get a copy of Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Easy Steps.
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The podcast hosts promote their book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Easy Steps', highlighting that proceeds from its sale will support campaigns nationwide. They present purchasing the book as a way to contribute to the election.
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During a discussion about presidents and their experiences in office, one of the podcast hosts shares that he is currently reading Ulysses S. Grant's personal memoirs. This mention occurs in the context of comparing Trump’s comments about his own "wounds" to those of previous presidents.
A horse fell on top of Ulysses S. Grant. I'm reading his personal memoirs.
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The podcast hosts encourage listeners to download the episode and promote their book, 'Democracy or Else!', urging them to purchase it from their website.
I don’t care, just download it, and buy the book, 'Democracy or Else!' at crooked.com/book!
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Bob Bauer, former White House Counsel, joins the podcast to discuss his book 'The Unraveling,' which examines the unethical nature of current political dynamics. This is mentioned by the podcast hosts when introducing Bauer to the show.
Later, former White House Counsel Bob Bauer stops by to talk about playing Donald Trump in debate prep for Joe Biden in 2020, the Supreme Court, and his new book, 'The Unraveling,' about just how unethical our politics have become.
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The podcast host mentions the upcoming release of their book, 'Democracy or Else,' which is scheduled to come out on Monday.
But first, in our book, 'Democracy or Else,' comes out on Monday.
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During the discussion, the host refers to a previously mentioned book titled 'Battling the Big Lie', which sparked some controversy among conservative circles. This reference helps underscore the themes of political misinformation being covered in this episode.
Yes, we're working on that, largely because it was called 'Battling the Big Lie,' and it was largely about them.
After Trump
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In this episode, guest Bob Bauer references the book 'After Trump', which he co-authored with Jack Goldsmith. He mentions this book while discussing his involvement with the American Law Institute and their work on presidential institutional reform.
The American Law Institute organized two working groups that I've been involved with, and I co-chaired each of them with Jack Goldsmith, with whom I wrote a book about presidential institutional reform called 'After Trump' a few years ago.
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During the podcast, the hosts discuss the launch of their book, "Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps," written in collaboration with Josh Holloway, as they appear on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert in New York.
Tonight, Jon, Tommy, and I are on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert, and we're in New York as part of the launch of "Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps," a book we wrote with Josh Holloway. And that is very good.
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In this segment, the podcast hosts highlight their own upcoming book, 'Democracy or Else!', mentioning that its profits will benefit charity. They describe the book as both informative and humorous.
Oh, um, 'Democracy Or Else!' A week from today! As a reminder, this is a book that you wrote, right?
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The hosts encourage listeners who are abroad to purchase their book titled 'Democracy or Else.'
Maybe if you're abroad, you’d also love to buy 'Democracy or Else.'
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The podcast hosts discuss their upcoming book, "Democracy or Else," written by Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor. They highlight how pre-ordering books can boost their success and help them land on the New York Times best-seller list.
One quick thing before we go to break: we are two weeks from the release of Democracy or Else, John, John, and Tommy's incredibly useful, funny, timely book, and let me tell you how this works.
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The podcast hosts emphasize the significance of their book, Democracy or Else, reaching the best seller list to increase its visibility and awareness, ultimately hoping to inspire action against Donald Trump.
We need as many people to read Democracy or Else, and then go take those lessons and go help beat Donald Trump, then we got to get this book on the best-seller list so that people see it, so people know about it, because books on the best-seller list get put in the front of bookstores, more of them get sold, it is a virtuous cycle.
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The speaker expresses pride in completing their book, titled 'Democracy or Else,' which elaborates on how to save America in ten simple steps and is currently available for pre-order.
Oh, I'm proud of the fact that we finished our book, that's right, Democracy or Else, how to save America in 10 easy steps, and it's available for pre-order right now.
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The hosts excitedly talk about the upcoming release of their book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps', which will be available on June 25th.
We are officially less than three weeks away from the publication of our book, Democracy or Else, How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps, June 25th. Dan, we're so close, it's here, it is here.
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In a lighthearted moment, there's a comedic reference to 'The Great Gatsby,' inspired by the mention of 'East Egg', a setting in the novel, which cleverly plays on the sponsor's name, East Fork.
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In this segment, Norm Eisen is introduced as a guest to provide his insights on the courtroom atmosphere just before Donald Trump addressed the media. He is highlighted as the author of the book 'Trying Trump,' adding to his credibility as a legal analyst.
Okay, to give us his perspective of what it was like inside the courtroom shortly before Donald Trump walked out and just spoke to the cameras, we have Norm Eisen, CNN legal analyst, author of 'Trying Trump,' and our old White House pal.
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John Legend discusses how reading 'The New Jim Crow' by Michelle Alexander, along with other books, inspired him to advocate for education reform and justice reform. He highlights the impact this book had on his understanding of these critical issues.
I read books that pushed me to think about some of these issues, like 'The New Jim Crow' by Michelle Alexander and others that created a sense of urgency around ensuring our kids received better schools and that our justice system was reformed to facilitate decarceration.
The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary
In this segment, Melissa Murray is introduced as a co-host of Crooked Media's podcast 'Strict Scrutiny' and as the author of the book 'The Trump Indictments'. Her work is highlighted during the conversation.
Melissa, as you know by now, is a co-host of the fantastic Crooked Media podcast Strict Scrutiny, a professor at NYU Law School, and the author of the very excellent book 'The Trump Indictments.'
The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary
Melissa Murray, a guest on this episode, mentioned that she and her co-author Andrew wrote the book 'The Trump Indictments,' in which they annotated all four indictments.
I mean, you know, Andrew and I wrote that book, 'The Trump Indictments,' and we annotated all four indictments; we probably should have just done one!
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The podcast hosts are discussing President Biden's motivations for staying in politics. They reference his book 'Promise Me, Dad', which relates to a promise he made to his son, Beau, to remain in public service, highlighting how this promise influences Biden's commitment to his work.
I mean, I knew, obviously, his book is called 'Promise Me, Dad,' and his need for him to stay in the fight.
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The hosts are discussing Justice Alito and how he seems to be influenced by right-wing media rather than scholarly works, using the example of him hypothetically reading 'The Federal Papers'.
But these are, you know, well-educated, well-read, you imagine him just like poring over the Federal Papers, but he's not.
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In this segment, the hosts humorously discuss the release date of the book 'Democracy or Else'. Dan is playfully praised for promoting the book's timing alongside a live Pos Save America show.
Is it because June 25th is the release day of Democracy or Else? There it is; you're the best hype man for Democracy or Else, Dan.
A Case for the American People
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In this part of the podcast, the host welcomes back Norm Eisen, highlighting his role as a legal analyst for CNN and acknowledging him as the author of the book 'Trying Trump.' This introduction serves to emphasize his expertise in the subject matter being discussed.
Back by popular demand, the man who is braving Judge M's infamously chilly and fart-infested courtroom is a legal analyst for CNN, also author of the excellent book 'Trying Trump,' our old friend Norm Eisen. Norm, welcome back!
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Norm Eisen refers to his book 'Trying Trump' while discussing conversations he had regarding the consensus on potential court sentencing for Trump.
The smart money—I talked to a bunch of them for my book and for the New York Times based on the book—the consensus seems to be if he gets sentenced, it will be less than a year, probably somewhere in the six-month range just because a jail sentence is unusual.
Say More
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The podcast host teases an upcoming discussion about Jen Psaki's new book, 'Say More: Lessons from Working in the White House and the World', indicating it will be a focus of the conversation after the break.
When we come back, we're going to talk about Jen's new book, Say More.
Lean In
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During the discussion, Alyssa references the book 'Lean In' by Cheryl Sandberg to emphasize the differences in how men and women perceive job qualifications. She uses this mention to critique what she sees as RFK Jr.'s misguided reasoning for his presidential run.
Cheryl Sandberg got into it with Lean In; all of these publications have written about it. Dan, only a man with a brain worm would think, 'You know what?
No Going Back
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During the interview, Kristi Noem refers to her own book, "No Going Back," as she defends herself against claims made about her meeting with Kim Jong-un, which she hints is a false narrative. She discusses her experiences in Congress and as governor, emphasizing her written reflections on these experiences.
I think I've talked extensively in this book about my time serving in Congress, my time as governor before governor, some of the travels that I've had. Um, I'm not going to talk about my specific meetings with world leaders.
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The host discusses how Kristi Noem is managing the fallout from misleading statements made in her book, titled 'No Going Back,' and how she is unable to backtrack on her public commitments.
And she also, she can't cancel her interviews, she can't apologize, so she just has to do this idiotic, so defensive. Her book is called No Going Back, I guess that's right.
Hard Choices
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The host references Hillary Clinton's book 'Hard Choices' while discussing the often simplistic tone of political literature, suggesting that such books frequently fail to capture the complexity of political discussions.
It's like that, like, you know, we started off, uh, we started off as people who couldn't see eye to eye, but over a local craft beer and two hours of good and difficult conversation, we came to see each other's point of view like that. Kind of, who's that for? Was that in Hard Choices?
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The host discusses Kristi Noem's previous book, noting that in that book, an incident involving a puppy was left out. This is contrasted with her latest publication, where the story was included.
Politico reported that, do you know she wrote a first book? This was her second book and in the first book her team got her to take the story of killing the puppy out.
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The host discusses how Kristi Noem's second book includes a controversial story that was omitted from the first, emphasizing her decision to include it due to its use against her by opponents in past races.
She put it back, she, those people she demanded to go in the second book and then she said the reason she put it in the second book is because opponents in past races have used it against her.
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During the discussion, the host highlights an incident in Kristi Noem's book, pointing out how it contributed to her political downfall by revealing a damaging story about her.
Yeah, I mean I think Trump doesn't need any material to ruin someone's political career, makes it up. She been one of the most damning things I've ever seen a politician get accused of in her own book.
A Case for the American People
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In this segment, the hosts discuss the guest Norm Eisen and highlight his remarkable book titled 'Trying Trump'. They suggest that they are well-acquainted with its content and the insights it provides.
Perhaps you've read his excellent book, ‘Trying Trump.’ If you're Dan and me, you've definitely heard him tell you all the things you're not allowed to do as a White House staffer.
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Kristi Noem, a potential vice-presidential candidate, is facing backlash for writing about shooting her puppy in her memoir. This controversial subject is discussed by the podcast hosts.
South Dakota Governor Kristi Noem, considered to be in the running to become former President Trump's pick for vice president, is responding to the backlash over a story in her upcoming memoir. In the book, Noem says she shot and killed her 14-month-old puppy named Charlie for bad behavior; conservative media personality Laura Loomer is saying she can't be VP.
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During the discussion, the podcast hosts touch upon experiences of farm life, referencing the book 'Babe' to illustrate their point about the harsh realities depicted in the story. They also mention 'Charlotte's Web' in the context of such literature, reflecting on the themes of animal life and death.
You guys just don't know what it's like to live on a farm; sometimes you gotta kill puppies—they're always killing puppies. You ever read Babe or Charlotte's Web? Most of that book is about killing pigs.
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In this segment, the podcast hosts discuss life on a farm while referencing the book 'Charlotte's Web'. The mention is made in a broader conversation about political issues, highlighting the sometimes harsh realities portrayed in such literature.
You guys just don't know what it's like to live on a farm; sometimes you gotta kill puppies—they're always killing puppies. You ever read Babe or Charlotte's Web? Most of that book is about killing pigs.
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In this segment, the podcast hosts reference the book 'Old Yeller' while engaging in a conversation related to their broader discussions on political topics.
Old Yeller—you got it; old, it's in the name, old.
Hard Choices
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The podcast hosts talk about Hillary Clinton's book 'Hard Choices', which focuses on her experiences negotiating with North Korea, while also referencing the controversies surrounding Kristi Noem's own book.
Hillary Clinton wrote a book called Hard Choices that was about negotiating with North Korea, and this woman thinks that her medal is proven by murdering a 14-year-old puppy.
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The podcast hosts delve into the findings from the Network Contagion Research Institute at Rutgers, discussing how TikTok's influence on public opinion varies significantly based on the topics involved. They reference the organization's research to highlight the stark contrasts in post visibility on TikTok versus Instagram, particularly regarding sensitive subjects that face censorship.
The public opinion aspect intrigues me; there's an organization called the Network Contagion Research Institute at Rutgers that examined popular hashtags. They found that for topics like Taylor Swift or Trump, TikTok posts were outnumbered two to one compared to Instagram, but for banned topics it changed drastically, showing an 8 to 1 ratio for the Uyghurs and 174 to 1 for the Tiananmen Square protests, indicating what the Communist Party doesn't want to go viral.
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In this segment, George Stephanopoulos discusses his new book, which includes untold stories about the White House Situation Room, highlighting his experiences while covering the upcoming 2024 election.
Later, George Stephanopoulos talks to Dan about covering 2024 in his new book, which is full of untold stories about the White House Situation Room.
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During the podcast, George Stephanopoulos reflects on his previous memoir, "All Too Human," published in 1999, while discussing his writing journey and motivations for his latest book.
I haven't written a book since my memoir, All Too Human, which came out in 1999.
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The podcast host introduces George Stephanopoulos, noting that his book, 'The Situation Room,' will be the main topic of discussion. This sets the stage for an engaging interview about his insights on the book and the challenges faced by presidents.
Joining now to discuss his forthcoming book, The Situation Room, the inside story of presidents and crises, something both of us have some experience with, he's co-host of Good Morning America and anchors This Week on ABC, George Stephanopoulos.
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The podcast host mentions they will discuss George Stephanopoulos's book later in the interview, indicating a transition into a discussion about the book after addressing the current political campaign.
I'm gonna get to your fascinating book in a second, but I want to start with this campaign we're in the middle of.
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The podcast host transitions the conversation to George Stephanopoulos's book, 'The Situation Room', highlighting its relevance as a resource for understanding the current election.
I want to pivot to your book because I think it's fascinating, and I think it actually is a very helpful way of understanding this election.
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In this segment, the podcast host questions George Stephanopoulos about why he decided to write a book given his busy schedule, specifically referencing 'The Situation Room'.
You've got a whole host of other projects; like, why in God's name did you write a book? What made you do this?
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During the interview, George Stephanopoulos discusses the standards he set for himself regarding his book, 'The Situation Room', and articulates his desire to avoid creating a superficial work.
Each time I had an internal standard for myself, and I don't want to cast aspersions on any of my colleagues in the journalism world, but my one bar for me was that it couldn't be like a potted book.
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During the podcast, George Stephanopoulos discusses his aspirations for writing a new book titled 'The Situation Room'. He expresses a desire to create something that feels fresh and engaging, indicating that he would judge its success based on how enjoyable he finds it.
And number two, I really wanted to do a book that felt new and different at least to me, and it would be a book where I would consider it a good book if I read it.
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During an interview, George Stephanopoulos reflects on starting a book years ago, realizing that it did not meet his standards after four chapters, and subsequently deciding to set it aside. He also mentions his work on 'The Situation Room'.
I started a book many years ago, and I could tell four chapters in that it was not meeting that standard, so I put it aside.
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George Stephanopoulos explains the origin of his book 'The Situation Room', sharing how the idea for it came about during his conversation.
In this case, somebody came to me and said, 'How about a book about the Situation Room?'
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During the podcast, George Stephanopoulos reflects on a previous book about the Situation Room by Michael Bone, which was released 20 years ago. He expresses how that book inspired him to write his own, highlighting it as an opportunity to provide a fresh perspective on crisis management in the White House.
There was one book by a former staffer, a guy named Michael Bone, which came out 20 years ago, and when I heard that it really hadn't been done and saw that it could be a window into looking at crisis management in the White House, I immediately said, 'Wow, this is a great idea.'
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During the podcast, George Stephanopoulos discusses the collaborative nature of his book, mentioning his co-writer Lisa Dickey and his excellent research team, while highlighting his involvement in the writing process.
I should also add that I'm in the aides' village of writing a book; I certainly wrote it, but I had a co-writer, Lisa Dickey, and I had a terrific research team—Cameron Peters and Emily Michelle—and they were just fantastic.
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George Stephanopoulos shares how working on his book, 'The Situation Room', provided a restorative experience in contrast to the daily challenges of current politics.
Being able to tell their stories was just a great treat, and frankly, to go back to the top of our discussion, it was a wonderful tonic or antidote to dealing with our current politics every morning.
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George Stephanopoulos shares insights from his book, expressing a more positive perspective on what he describes as the 'deep state'. This discussion takes place during the interview on the podcast.
And it turns out, we've heard a lot about the deep state in the last several years; my insight after spending the last couple of years on this book is that the deep state is packed with patriots who are doing an amazing job.
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The podcast host discusses how 'The Situation Room' highlights crises faced by presidents, providing an insightful look into the challenges they encountered during their time in office.
You picked the Situation Room and talked to the professionals, but this is obviously a way to highlight the crises that these presidents dealt with.
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The podcast host discusses how the book 'The Situation Room' provides valuable insights into the decision-making processes of presidents during crises, highlighting the qualities and values that define their leadership.
It gives you a way to understand how these presidents make decisions in crises, which is where you can truly see who the president is, what they stand for, and their values.
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In the interview on 'Pod Save America', George Stephanopoulos shared that writing the Trump chapter in his book posed significant challenges, reflecting on how numb people have become to the ongoing events.
Well, in some ways, the Trump chapter was the most difficult to write because we've all become so numb.
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During the podcast, the speaker, George Stephanopoulos, mentions the title of a chapter in his book, referencing the title 'Postcards From The Edge.' This discussion occurs while he talks about the Trump section of his book.
I came up with the title before finalizing that chapter, and it’s called 'Postcards From The Edge.'
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During a discussion about Donald Trump's behavior, a podcast host references the book 'Art of the Deal', suggesting a connection between the book's content and Trump's actions.
He was doing little fist bumps. If you read 'Art of the Deal' too, you said.
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During the LA Times Festival of Books, the podcast host mentions a book written by the co-hosts titled 'Democracy RSE'. The full title is clarified as 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps', highlighting the hosts as the authors.
Okay, we are here at the LA Times Festival of Books, my friends and co-hosts here along with Jon Lovett, who has a live show today, so you couldn't be here. They wrote a book, Democracy RSE, how to save America in 10 easy steps.
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During the episode, one of the hosts encourages listeners to purchase their book titled 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps' available at their website.
So, please buy our book, "Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps," at crooked.com/books.
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The book 'Perfect Storm' is referenced as the origin of the term 'perfect storm,' illustrating a combination of adverse factors impacting journalism.
There’s that phrase that arrived when that book Perfect Storm came out, which was a very good phrase because it's so useful in so many sort of events.
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In this segment, the host reflects on Jeffrey Toobin's rise to prominence during the O.J. Simpson trial and highlights his book 'The Run of His Life' as a significant and commendable legal work.
Um, the one thing I do remember about that moment was that was really the moment where Jeffrey Toobin kind of ascended into the cultural consciousness, like he was the one reporting on that case from Los Angeles. He later wrote what I think is one of the best legal books ever, um, irrespective of what you might think about Jeffrey Toobin.
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In this part of the podcast, the host compares the book 'The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents and Commentary' by Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissman to another legal book, highlighting its significance as a noteworthy read.
But The Run of His Life is one of the best legal books I have ever read, with the exception of The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents and Commentary by Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissman. That's exactly right.
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The podcast hosts are discussing a report called '2025 Project' by the 'Her Foundation'. They mention that the report details how a future conservative administration would pursue a national abortion ban and restrict access to mifepristone. The hosts are analyzing this report to understand the potential actions of a future conservative administration.
The Her Foundation had this report, the 2025 Project, and in it, they talk about how the next conservative administration has to obviously sign a national abortion ban if they can get it through Congress. But even if they can't, yes, they want to go after mifepristone.
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The podcast host refers to the book 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps' as part of a promotional story about wearing a trash bag for a Senate race. He encourages listeners to purchase the book to get the full anecdote and additional insights.
I wore a trash bag for Jean Shaheen in the Senate race, but that's a story you're going to have to buy, "Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps" to read the entire anecdote and find out more.
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During the podcast, Chris Hayes discusses the disconnect between crime rates and public perception, mentioning Eric Klinenberg's book '2020,' which addresses the pandemic.
I got two theses on these: one is the Eric Klinenberg who just got a great book out now about the pandemic called 2020.
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During a discussion about their live tour, the hosts mention that VIP tickets will include a signed copy of their book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps', along with exclusive merchandise.
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The hosts are discussing Trump's various sales efforts, emphasizing that among the items he's selling are Bibles. This conversation is critical of Trump, pointing out that his actions are self-serving and part of a broader narrative about his motivations and ethical concerns.
He's selling Bibles, he's selling sneakers, he's selling NFTs, he's doing all these things; it's all part of the narrative you just laid out, which is he's in it for himself, not for any of you guys.
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The conversation discusses how Trump might benefit financially from sales of items like the Lee Greenwood Bible, as part of a broader discussion on his financial dealings and potential schemes to make money from various sources.
All they have to do is buy some shares of Truth Social or boxes of the Lee Greenwood Bibles, by the crate. It's just—the grift never ends.
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The mention discusses a hypothetical scenario where MBS, a foreign stakeholder in Trump's Truth Social platform, is seen with the Lee Greenwood Bible. This context emphasizes the intertwining of Trump's brand and the Bible, highlighting a potential grift.
We just see MBS wearing those Trump Air sneakers or whatever those are—the new, new majority—the minority huge stakeholder in Truth Social, MBS, holding up his Lee Greenwood Bible.
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In this part of the episode, the hosts discuss Donald Trump's unusual strategy of selling Bibles to cover his legal expenses. This mention draws attention to the oddity of Trump's actions, with further commentary provided by the podcast hosts.
He hawks some Bibles to pay his legal bills, turns his back on Nikki Haley voters, and then Democratic strategist Liz Smith joins to talk about Robert F. Kennedy Jr.'s bizarre vice presidential choice.
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In this segment, Donald Trump is quoted stating that all Americans need a Bible, shedding light on his motivations for selling them, as explored later in the episode. This remark was made by Trump and highlighted in the podcast while discussing his recent actions.
Let’s take a listen: all Americans need a Bible in their home and I have many.
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In this segment, Donald Trump expresses that the Bible is his favorite book, highlighting its significance not just to him but to many others. This statement contextualizes his recent actions relating to selling Bibles, providing insight into the reactions discussed later in the episode.
It's my favorite book; it's a lot of people's favorite book.
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The mention discusses how the Book of Mormon is readily available for free, contrasting it with the questionable practice of selling bibles for profit. It highlights this point as part of a broader critique of Trump's actions regarding religious books, adding depth to the ongoing conversation about the commercialization of faith.
Um, like, if you want the Book of Mormon, they’ll just come to your house and give you one.
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The mention references a book written by Rick Reilly that details Donald Trump's reputation for cheating while playing golf. This discussion highlights Trump's behavior in sports, echoing themes from broader conversations about his character.
And the question you face is, do you call the man a cheater, or do you keep his ball in your pocket? Rick Reilly from Sports Illustrated, it's a classic, wrote a whole book about Trump cheating at golf!
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The podcast hosts mention their new book "Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Easy Steps" as part of a VIP ticket bundle for their upcoming tour. They encourage listeners to visit cet.com/events for tour dates and tickets, where the book will be included as a signed copy with the purchase of the VIP ticket. This is highlighted as a special bonus for their audience during the tour announcement.
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Democracy Or Else
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The hosts of Pod Save America promote their new book 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps' as a guide for the upcoming election, describing it as a helpful, illustrated book that includes perfect jokes.
So we wanted to offer a practical, hopeful guide to make sure that you're ready for the 2024 election and the 2025 insurrection. That's why we wrote a book called 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' It's a helpful, illustrated guide with 100% perfect jokes.
Democracy Or Else
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In this segment, the hosts discuss the audiobook version of their book 'Democracy or Else'. They humorously reflect on the lengthy recording process and highlight the opportunity for listeners to enjoy their political insights.
We hunkered down for what was, let's be honest, a tedious eight hours we'll never get back to bring you 'Democracy or Else' as an audiobook. Finally, your chance to listen to the three of us talk about politics. What a rare opportunity, perfect for the avid listener who loves the pod but just wishes it was much, much longer, and for people who don't read like me.
Warren Buffett's Ground Rules
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The podcast hosts are discussing the 2012 State of the Union address given by Barack Obama. The 'Buffett Rule,' which is a tax policy proposal, highlights the idea that Warren Buffett's secretary paid a higher tax rate than he did. This mention relates to the broader context of addressing economic inequality.
And remember in that speech, there was a lot about economic inequality; that was the Buffett Rule, which was based on the idea that Warren Buffett used to say that his secretary paid a higher tax rate than he did.
Charlie and the Chocolate Factory
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In a discussion about President Biden's upcoming State of the Union address, a podcast host references a memorable scene from the book 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory', describing a comedic moment involving Gene Wilder.
Look, I've said this quite a few times now: I think from the scene in 'Charlie and the Chocolate Factory,' where Gene Wilder—that's a big-ass joke; he trips, looks like he’s going to trip, and then does a somersault and he's up on his feet.
Democracy Or Else
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The hosts of the podcast discuss their upcoming book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Easy Steps', which will be released in four months. They describe the book as a helpful guide for navigating the year 2024 and mention that profits will support Vote Save America and other organizing groups.
Two quick things before we go to break: We're only four months away from the release of our upcoming book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Easy Steps'. It's the perfect guide to get you through 2024, and Crooked is donating the profits to support Vote Save America and other groups organizing for 2024.
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In this segment, the podcast hosts share that they have recorded an audiobook version of their book 'Democracy or Else'. They encourage listeners to visit their website to pre-order a copy for themselves and their friends.
We also recorded 'Democracy or Else' as an Audiobook; head to Crooked.com/books and pre-order a copy for you and your friends now!
Prototype
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The podcast hosts discuss a Washington Post story that covers Mitch McConnell's remarks to Jonathan Martin regarding his book, highlighting a specific quote McConnell made about Donald Trump on the events of January 6th.
But I did read the Washington Post story about what McConnell said to Jonathan Martin for his book, and one thing I had forgotten about was that he apparently said to Martin, 'I feel exhilarated by the fact that this fellow—meaning Donald Trump—finally totally discredited himself.
Win Every Argument
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Mehdi Hasan promotes his book, 'Win Every Argument', while emphasizing the importance of message repetition. He shares a quote from the book to illustrate his point.
And you're so right to remind me of the ad, and I'm going to do a pitch for my book now; I pitch my company, Win Every Argument, which is out in paperback this week, and I quote a line in there: Peter Mandelson, John, you may remember him—very famous British politician, one of Tony Blair's top communications advisers—he used to have a phrase; he used to say you have to keep repeating everything.
The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary
The podcast hosts highlight that Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissman will join the show to discuss the latest legal news, as well as their new book, 'The Trump Indictments'.
Later, Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissman talk to Lovett about all the latest legal news and their new book, The Trump Indictments. Oh, what's that about?
Democracy Or Else
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The podcast hosts announce that they have written a book titled 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Steps', which will soon be available for pre-order in both hard copy and audiobook formats.
Before we go to break— As you probably know by now, the three of us wrote a book called Democracy or Else: How to Save America in Ten Steps. We're only four months away from you all having a copy of the book in your hand. But maybe the lure of a reasonable page count loaded with illustrations isn't your thing; we've got you covered.
The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary
In this segment, the hosts introduce guests Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissman, discussing their new book titled 'The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary', while also delving into the broader context of legal news.
You have a new book, The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary. Melissa, I'll start with you—what stood out to you as you sank deeper into these rich texts? That's a great question, Jon.
The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary
At the end of the show, the hosts promote the book 'The Trump Indictments,' which includes historic charging documents and commentary by Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissman, noting that they are now considered 'friends of the pod.'
But until then, if you have some time, you should read this book titled The Trump Indictments, featuring the historic charging documents with commentary by Melissa Murray and Andrew Weissmann, two friends of the pod. That's right, Melissa; you heard me—you’re both friends of the pod now! How do you feel about that?
Win Every Argument
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At the end of the podcast, one of the hosts, Tommy, encourages listeners to purchase Mehdi Hasan's book 'Win Every Argument,' suggesting it as a useful resource for winning debates with family or preparing for an upcoming election.
Medi, thank you so much for doing the show today; it's so great to talk with you as always, and everyone should buy your book, 'Win Every Argument,' because then you can just beat everyone in your family over holidays or whatever debate you need to do, or ahead of an election if you're trying.
The Merriam-Webster Dictionary
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The podcast host highlights Webster's Dictionary to emphasize how the judge defined fraud in the context of the Trump case.
One other detail I thought was interesting in here: Webster defines fraud.
The Conscience of a Liberal
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In this segment, the podcast host highlights Paul Wellstone as an inspiring figure and encourages everyone to read his book titled 'Conscience of a Liberal.'
He's an inspiring guy; everyone should read his book, 'Conscience of a Liberal.'
What Would Reagan Do?
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The podcast host introduces Chris Christie, the former Governor of New Jersey and GOP presidential candidate, as the author of a newly released book titled "What Would Reagan Do?" This serves as the basis for a portion of the discussion.
Joining us now, he is the former Governor of New Jersey, GOP presidential candidate, and author of a newly released book, which I believe is called "What Would Reagan Do?"
What Would Reagan Do?
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The podcast host quickly clarifies their statement about the book title, expressing an acknowledgment of the correct title, 'What Would Reagan Do?'. The brief exchange indicates a light-hearted correction during the discussion.
Oh, it is "What Would Reagan Do?" Sorry, I'm sorry.
The Reagan I Knew
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Chris Christie discusses a book in which he details how Ronald Reagan and William Buckley stood against the John Birch Society, a controversial group within Republican politics during the 1960s.
Remember back in the mid-60s, early to mid-'60s, the John Birch Society, which was, as you know, greatly racist and anti-Semitic, was a big force in the Republican Party, and Reagan was one of two people who publicly stood up against it: it was Reagan and William Buckley, and I write about that in the book.
What Would Reagan Do?
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At the end of a discussion on a topic, the podcast host references the book "What Would Reagan Do?" as they indicate that the segment is concluding.
Um, all right, all right, all right, um, uh, the book is "What Would Reagan Do?"
Claiming Her Place in Congress
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Daniela Diaz, a political congressional reporter and author of the book 'Inside Congress,' is introduced as a guest on the Pod Save America podcast. She discusses Republican infighting in Congress and the recent failed vote to impeach Biden's Homeland Security Secretary.
But first, political congressional reporter and author of Inside Congress, Daniela Diaz, on Republican infighting in Congress and the failed vote to impeach Biden's Homeland Security Secretary.
Oath and Honor
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In this segment, the podcast host welcomes Liz Cheney, the author of her new book, 'Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning.' The introduction highlights Cheney's role as the Vice Chair of the January 6 Committee and sets the context for a discussion about her book.
Joining us today is the Vice Chair of the January 6 Committee and author of the new book, 'Oath and Honor: A Memoir and a Warning,' former Wyoming Representative Liz Cheney. Welcome to Pod Save America!
Democracy Or Else
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In this segment, the podcast hosts discuss the upcoming release of their book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' They present it as an engaging and helpful resource for listeners to navigate the challenges of an election year while maintaining their peace of mind.
Also, it's only January, and somehow 2024 already feels like an endless election year, but never fear; we've got just the thing to get you through the rest of it. Pre-order our book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' It's a fun, useful guide to getting involved while keeping whatever's left of your sanity intact.
God and Man at Yale
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Tim Miller references 'God and Man at Yale' to highlight that some intellectuals, referred to as "super nerds," continue to read this book at Republican events, contrasting their interests with the more mainstream attraction to Donald Trump.
But I would say on the negative side, the young people who are showing up now to Republican events like they are opting in because they like Donald Trump with the exception of like a handful of super nerds who are still like reading God and Man at Yale. And I love those super nerds; I love them.
Democracy Or Else
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The hosts of Pod Save America announce their new book, 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' This book serves as a hopeful and optimistic guide to political involvement, with the hosts representing the implicit authorship of the work produced by their company, Crooked Media. They also mention that profits will be donated to Vote Save America and other related causes.
When we come back, Steve Kornacki — guess what guys, we got a book cover! This is our book; it's called 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' Did I get the title right?
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The hosts of Pod Save America are excitedly announcing their new book titled 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' They discuss the content of the book and how listeners can obtain a copy.
Guess what, guys, we got a book cover; this is our book. It's called 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps.' Did I get the title right?
A Taste for Poison
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In the podcast, Abdul recalls discussing his experience reading the book 'Risin' Kill First' earlier this year, noting that he ceased reading it when the content became morally ambiguous.
I remember early in the year I was talking about how I was reading that book 'Risin' Kill First' about the early days of Israel and the Mossad, too! It gets up to like 2012! But once it got morally ambivalent, I got out!
How Democracies Die
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In this segment, the podcast hosts are considering whether sending copies of the book 'How Democracies Die' would effectively inform voters about the risks to democracy. They express doubts about the feasibility of getting people to read the book.
And I don't think we need to send mail out copies of how democracies die by those two professors. I don't, I don't think, I don't think we can get people to read how democracies die. Yeah, I don't know that, I don't know that mailing copies is a good idea.
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Tommy, one of the podcast hosts, shares that he has been reading 'The Nine' by Chuck Colman, describing it as a recent and very good book.
But, I've been reading The Nine by Chuck Colman. It's a recent book that's out and it's very good.
Extremely Hardcore
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In this segment, the podcast hosts introduce Zoe Schiffer, a tech reporter and managing editor at Platformer. They highlight her role as the co-author of the forthcoming book 'Extremely Hardcore: Inside Elon Musk's Twitter', mentioning that it is available for pre-order.
And to help us sound smart for once, we are joined by Zoe Schiffer; she is the managing editor at Platformer, an excellent site, and the co-author of the forthcoming book 'Extremely Hardcore: Inside Elon Musk's Twitter.' You can pre-order it today, I imagine, right?
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During the podcast, the hosts announce the release of their new book titled Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps. They discuss the book's content and share their plans to donate the profits, engaging in self-promotion as the book is published by Crooked Media.
This is our book, it's called Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps! Did I get the title right?
Hannibal
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In a light-hearted moment, the podcast host jokingly refers to Hannibal Lector, a fictional character from Thomas Harris's novels. The mention is delivered with sarcasm, contrasting the character's notorious reputation with a humorous comment about someone being nice.
Here's the truth: has anybody ever heard of Hannibal Lector? He was a nice fellow.
The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary
The podcast host introduces Melissa Murray as a guest and highlights her co-authorship with Andrew Weissmann on the book 'The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary.' This serves to promote the book while establishing Melissa's credibility as a legal expert.
Joining me now to help break down the latest developments in the various and sundry cases against Donald Trump, she's one of the hosts of Strict Scrutiny and co-author with Andrew Weissmann of the new book, 'The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary,' which you can pre-order now.
The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary
The host discusses a book co-authored by a guest, titled 'The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary,' highlighting the collaboration with Andrew Weissmann.
The book she co-authored with Andrew Weinberg, another friend of the show, is titled 'The Trump Indictments: The Historic Charging Documents with Commentary.'
Don Quixote
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In this episode, the podcast hosts discuss Tim Scott's presidential run, describing it as a 'Don Quixote mission' to illustrate the futility of his efforts. They highlight how his pursuit seems misguided and unlikely to succeed.
They're taking low pay to come help you, Tim Scott. Running this Don Quixote mission is not a good look for him.
Holy Bible (NIV)
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In a discussion about blog posts on the Covenant Eyes website, Dan refers to a post titled, 'What Does The Bible Say About Masturbation?'. This mention implies the biblical text itself rather than citing a specific book.
Dan, which of the following real blog posts on the Covenant Eyes website would John be most eager to read: Post A, 'What Does the Bible Say About Masturbation?' or Post B, 'When Jesus Used Technology'?
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In a brief segment, podcast hosts Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor announce that they have authored a book titled 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps', which is set to be released on June 25th, 2024.
Alright, before we get to break, just one quick housekeeping note: in case you missed it, Lovett, Tommy, and I wrote a book, and it's coming out June 25th, 2024. Guess what?
Democracy Or Else
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During the podcast, Jon Favreau mentions the title of the book 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps,' which he co-authored with Jon Lovett and Tommy Vietor. He highlights the excitement surrounding the official cover reveal.
It's called 'Democracy or Else: How to Save America in 10 Easy Steps,' and we just revealed the official cover this week—was that a big moment for you? It is; it’s on every single book piece PR plan—the cover reveal is a huge moment.
The Voyage of the Beagle
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During a comedic segment of the podcast, one of the hosts, while making fun of a speech, refers to a 'little book' utilized by Mike Johnson that includes illustrations from his observations in the Galapagos. This is clearly a reference to The Voyage of the Beagle by Charles Darwin, which documents his findings in that area.
He drew little pictures in his little book of all the different animals he saw in the Galapagos. And ever since, I have this image in my mind.
Holy Bible (NIV)
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In a discussion about Mike Johnson's views, he recommends reading the Bible to gain insight into his beliefs.
Someone asked me today in the media, they said, 'It's curious, people are curious, what does Mike Johnson think about any issue under the sun?' I said, 'Well, go pick up a Bible off your shelf and read it. That's what I believe.'
Prequel
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The podcast host discusses the book "Prequel" by Rachel Maddow, which examines the struggle against right-wing extremists attempting to undermine the government, using fascism and anti-Semitic conspiracy theories as weapons.
In your new book, Prequel, you track the fight between those inside and outside the government to repel a takeover by right-wing extremists, armed with fascism, anti-Semitic conspiracy theories, and an all-out assault on the left.
The Scarlet Letter
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The podcast hosts discuss Nancy Mace and her attention-seeking antics, pointing out that she is wearing an 'A' on her shirt like The Scarlet Letter because she claims to have been silenced. They jokingly suggest that she should read the book.
Then there’s Nancy Mace, who's just trying to get attention in any way she can; she's wearing an 'A' on her shirt like a Scarlet Letter because she says she’s been silenced. It’s funny because everywhere you look, there’s a lot of Mace—she should read the book.
Renegade
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Adam Kinzinger discusses his upcoming book titled "Renegade: Defending Democracy and Liberty in Our Divided Country" on the Pod Save America podcast. He reflects on his personal mistakes, the evolution of the Republican Party, and offers insights on navigating America's current political challenges.
Yeah, last thing, I know you have a book coming out; it's called "Renegade: Defending Democracy and Liberty in Our Divided Country," set to be released at the end of this month on October 31st. What do you write about, and where can folks pick this up?
Enough
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The podcast hosts announce that the upcoming guest is Cassidy Hutchinson and mention her new book, 'Enough.' This serves as an introduction to the interview with her.
Her new book is called Enough; she testified before the January 6th committee. When we come back, Cassidy Hutchinson joins us.
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The hosts are drawing a comparison between a statement regarding the Republican debate and the Unabomber manifesto. This mention serves to emphasize the intensity of someone's agreement with the statement, making an analogy to the writings of the Unabomber, which resonate with many people.
This is like when somebody reads something from the Unabomber manifesto and it's like it was the Unabomber. Now, how do you feel?
The Boys on the Bus
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In this segment, the podcast hosts discuss Mitt Romney's decision to retire and the forthcoming biography about him by McKay Coppins. The conversation emphasizes the impending release of this book, highlighting its significance in light of Romney's candid reflections during the interview.
One Republican who is quite done with his party's antics is Willard Mitt Romney, whose announcement last week that he’ll be retiring from the Senate was accompanied by a candid exit interview with McKay Coppins, who spent hours with Romney for a forthcoming biography that should be out next month.
Gender Queer: A Memoir Deluxe Edition
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During the discussion about book banning and censorship, Senator Kennedy quoted explicitly from Maya Kobabe's book 'Gender Queer', highlighting its significance as one of the most censored books in America.
That was Senator Kennedy quoting the most sexually explicit passages from the two most censored books in America: Maya Kobabe's 'Gender Queer' and George M. Johnson's 'All Boys Aren't Blue.'
All Boys Aren't Blue
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During a discussion about book banning and censorship, Senator Kennedy quoted from 'All Boys Aren't Blue' by George M. Johnson, highlighting its explicit passages. The podcast explores the implications of book censorship and the significance of this hearing.
That was Senator Kennedy quoting the most sexually explicit passages from the two most censored books in America: Maya Kobabe's 'Gender Queer' and George M. Johnson's 'All Boys Aren't Blue.'
Mobility
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In this segment, the podcast discusses the book 'Mobility' by Lydia Kiesling, which was recently published by Crooked Media Reads. The book has made it onto the bestseller list and has received favorable reviews, notably from the LA Times, highlighting its depth as an emotionally and geopolitically insightful coming-of-age narrative.
It's now been one month since Crooked Media Reads published our first book, 'Mobility' by Lydia Kiesling, and not only did it make the bestseller list, it also received amazing reviews from outlets like the LA Times, which called it an emotionally and geopolitically savvy coming-of-age story.
The Last Politician
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The host introduces Frank Foer, the author of 'The Last Politician', which is described as the first genuine insider account of the Biden presidency, released this week.
Joining us today is the author of The Last Politician, the first real insider account of the Biden presidency, which is out this week—Frank Foer.
Les Miserables
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In this excerpt, Dan Pfeiffer draws a comparison between Kevin McCarthy's struggle to maintain his position and Jean Valjean from the book 'Les Misérables', suggesting that McCarthy is desperately trying to prolong his political life.
He's like Jean Valjean in Les Misérables. He just keeps looking at the mirror and saying, 'One Day More, One Day More.'
The People Vs. Barack Obama
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During a segment where the hosts are playing 'Two Takes and a Fake', a host brings up a quote from Ben Shapiro, mentioning his book 'The People vs. Barack Obama' and discussing its controversial arguments.
By the way, Ben Shapiro is so full of... he writes an entire book in 2014, The People vs. Barack Obama, where he suggests a RICO case against Barack Obama for the...