Chris Geidner on the Supreme Court PodcastJune 27, 2024 Chris Geidner on the Supreme Court Chris Geidner discusses recent and upcoming Supreme Court decisions and their impact on Americans' freedoms and rights. Jun 27, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 3 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone
Raquel Willis on Juneteenth, Pride, and Collective Liberation PodcastJune 20, 2024 Raquel Willis on Juneteenth, Pride, and Collective Liberation Activist and journalist Raquel Willis discusses intersectional activism and MAGA attacks on diversity, equity, and inclusion. Jun 20, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 7 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Comparing Trump’s Haphazard $2,500 Tax Increase to Biden’s Targeted Tariffs ArticleJune 18, 2024 Comparing Trump’s Haphazard $2,500 Tax Increase to Biden’s Targeted Tariffs President Joe Biden’s strategic approach to rebuilding the country’s industrial base with targeted tariffs and national investment stands in stark contrast to Trump’s arbitrary, imprecise tariff and tax cut-only approach. Jun 18, 2024 Ryan Mulholland, Brendan Duke
Erin Reed on Pride and the Fight for Transgender Rights PodcastJune 14, 2024 Erin Reed on Pride and the Fight for Transgender Rights Journalist Erin Reed discusses the importance of Pride Month and the issues motivating LGBTQI+ voters. Jun 14, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 7 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Matthew Gossage, Hai-Lam Phan, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Trump’s $50 Billion Tax Giveaway to the 100 Largest Corporations ArticleJune 12, 2024 Trump’s $50 Billion Tax Giveaway to the 100 Largest Corporations Trump’s plan to slash the corporate tax rate would give the largest corporations a tax cut exceeding federal K-12 education spending. Jun 12, 2024 Brendan Duke, Will Ragland
Framing the Stakes in the Election ArticleJune 6, 2024 Framing the Stakes in the Election New research demonstrates how a simple framing can help connect the dots on the various threats the American people face. Jun 6, 2024
Sky Sitney on the Power of Documentary Films PodcastJune 6, 2024 Sky Sitney on the Power of Documentary Films Sky Sitney discusses why documentaries are such an important form of storytelling and what to expect from this year's DC/DOX festival. Jun 6, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 7 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
COUNTERPOINT: Trump’s Conviction Is an Important Victory for the Rule of Law In the NewsJune 6, 2024 COUNTERPOINT: Trump’s Conviction Is an Important Victory for the Rule of Law Mike Sozan explains the importance of Trump’s recent felony conviction and its potential ramifications for American democracy leading into the 2024 presidential election. Jun 6, 2024 Inside Sources Michael Sozan
Andy Kroll on MAGA Illiberalism and Project 2025 PodcastMay 30, 2024 Andy Kroll on MAGA Illiberalism and Project 2025 ProPublica reporter Andy Kroll talks about MAGA extremism in Michigan, Project 2025, and the impact the far right’s agenda could have on U.S. democracy. May 30, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Opinion: I’m a diabetic and a retired nurse. One of Biden’s policies changed my life Personal StoryMay 24, 2024 Opinion: I’m a diabetic and a retired nurse. One of Biden’s policies changed my life Steven Lubin, a Type 1 diabetic and retired intensive care unit nurse, writes about how the Inflation Reduction Act is reducing health care costs for individuals on Medicare by capping yearly out-of-pocket costs and monthly copays for insulin. May 24, 2024 The Keystone Steven Lubin
Mark Joseph Stern on Trump, the Courts, and Accountability PodcastMay 23, 2024 Mark Joseph Stern on Trump, the Courts, and Accountability Mark Joseph Stern discusses former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial, the implications his legal cases have for American democracy, and upcoming U.S. Supreme Court decisions. May 23, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Investing in infrastructure helps everybody Personal StoryMay 22, 2024 Investing in infrastructure helps everybody Cristian Cespedes, a union member from Las Vegas, shares how federal infrastructure investments and regulations help create jobs and drive up wages for both union and nonunion workers alike. May 22, 2024 The Las Vegas Sun News Cristian Cespedes
Lindsey McLendon on Public Safety in America PodcastMay 17, 2024 Lindsey McLendon on Public Safety in America Lindsey McLendon, senior fellow for Criminal Justice Reform at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to talk about public safety, including crime trends, drivers, and evidence-based solutions to improve accountability and justice. May 17, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Opinion: Wisconsin’s workforce is experiencing a rebirth that will ensure a brighter future Personal StoryMay 16, 2024 Opinion: Wisconsin’s workforce is experiencing a rebirth that will ensure a brighter future Bridget Glover, a union worker from Wisconsin, shares how the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act is creating sustainable career opportunities and opening doors for new workers in the trades. May 16, 2024 UpNorthNews Bridget Glover
Andrea Nix Fine and Sean Fine on ‘The Sixth’ and Remembering the Insurrection PodcastMay 9, 2024 Andrea Nix Fine and Sean Fine on ‘The Sixth’ and Remembering the Insurrection Filmmakers Andrea Nix Fine and Sean Fine join the show to discuss their new documentary, “The Sixth,” and why stories from the January 6, 2021, attack on the nation’s capital must be told. May 9, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Deesha Dyer on Undiplomatic and Working in the White House PodcastMay 2, 2024 Deesha Dyer on Undiplomatic and Working in the White House Deesha Dyer, former White House social secretary, joins the show to discuss her new book and creating opportunities for marginalized Americans. May 2, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Your view: Why 2024 is such a critical year for Pennsylvania workers Personal StoryMay 2, 2024 Your view: Why 2024 is such a critical year for Pennsylvania workers Buddy Maxwell, an organizer for the United Auto Workers union, writes about the importance of holding elected officials accountable for passing policies that support working people. May 2, 2024 The Morning Call Buddy Maxwell
Earth Day Special: Trevor Higgins on Combating Climate Change PodcastApril 25, 2024 Earth Day Special: Trevor Higgins on Combating Climate Change Trevor Higgins, senior vice president of Energy and Environment at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss climate policy wins and saving the planet. Apr 25, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
El arancel de Trump le costaría al hogar estadounidense típico $1,500 dólares cada año In the NewsApril 24, 2024 El arancel de Trump le costaría al hogar estadounidense típico $1,500 dólares cada año Brendan Duke writes in La Opinión about how former President Donald Trump’s tariff would raise costs for everyday Americans. Apr 24, 2024 La Opinión Brendan Duke
Arizona opinion: Shame on Schweikert: Why his support for Republicans’ budget proposal could spell disaster for Arizona Personal StoryApril 24, 2024 Arizona opinion: Shame on Schweikert: Why his support for Republicans’ budget proposal could spell disaster for Arizona Dr. Gabrielle Goodrick, the medical director of a family planning center, shares the potential threats to health care access that could result from a budget proposal put forward by a group of Republicans in Congress. Apr 24, 2024 Arizona Daily Star Dr. Gabrielle Goodrick
Rob Wilcox on the Gun Safety Movement 25 Years After Columbine PodcastApril 18, 2024 Rob Wilcox on the Gun Safety Movement 25 Years After Columbine Rob Wilcox, deputy director of the White House Office of Gun Violence Prevention, joins the show to discuss the 25th anniversary of the Columbine High School shooting. Apr 18, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
The Middle Class Will Pay the Price for Trump’s Tax Cuts for the Wealthy, Including Repealing the Affordable Care Act ArticleApril 15, 2024 The Middle Class Will Pay the Price for Trump’s Tax Cuts for the Wealthy, Including Repealing the Affordable Care Act Former President Donald Trump has proposed tax cuts of up to $400,000 for the wealthiest households—that middle-class Americans would fund through higher living costs. Apr 15, 2024 Brendan Duke
Michael Pollan and Melissa Robledo on ‘Food, Inc. 2’ PodcastApril 11, 2024 Michael Pollan and Melissa Robledo on ‘Food, Inc. 2’ Michael Pollan and Melissa Robledo join the show to discuss their documentary "Food, Inc. 2." Apr 11, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 8 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Muggs Leone, Matthew Gossage, Hai-Lam Phan, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
8 Ways the Biden Administration Is Improving the Lives of Service Workers ArticleApril 9, 2024 8 Ways the Biden Administration Is Improving the Lives of Service Workers The Biden administration is raising pay, building power, and improving living standards for service workers across the economy—including fast-food cooks, call center workers, teachers, home care workers, and federal employees. Apr 9, 2024 the Center for American Progress Karla Walter
S. Leo Chiang on ‘Island in Between’ and Taiwan’s Story PodcastApril 4, 2024 S. Leo Chiang on ‘Island in Between’ and Taiwan’s Story Filmmaker S. Leo Chiang joins the show to discuss his Academy Award-nominated short documentary, “Island in Between.” Apr 4, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 12 More Mishka Espey, Erin Phillips, Muggs Leone, Muggs Leone, Muggs Leone, Muggs Leone, Muggs Leone, Muggs Leone, Matthew Gossage, Hai-Lam Phan, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Imani Gandy on the Fight for Reproductive Rights PodcastMarch 28, 2024 Imani Gandy on the Fight for Reproductive Rights Imani Gandy discusses U.S. Supreme Court arguments on medication abortion and attacks on reproductive rights. Mar 28, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 4 More Mishka Espey, Erin Phillips, Muggs Leone, Matthew Gossage
Trump’s Tariff Would Cost the Typical American Household Roughly $1,500 Each Year ArticleMarch 27, 2024 Trump’s Tariff Would Cost the Typical American Household Roughly $1,500 Each Year Former President Donald Trump’s proposed tariff would raise prices for consumers and be far less effective at reinvigorating U.S. manufacturing than President Joe Biden’s approach. Mar 27, 2024 Brendan Duke, Ryan Mulholland
It’s time for local policymakers to cement the Biden administration’s workforce gains In the NewsMarch 25, 2024 It’s time for local policymakers to cement the Biden administration’s workforce gains Karla Walter writes in Route Fifty about the need for policymakers to build on the Biden administration’s historic federal infrastructure investments, arguing that one of the best ways to cement these workforce gains is for local jurisdictions to strengthen their job quality standards. Mar 25, 2024 Route Fifty Karla Walter
Opinion: This federally-funded job training program gave me a fresh start Personal StoryMarch 21, 2024 Opinion: This federally-funded job training program gave me a fresh start Phoenix resident Tarji Borders describes how a job training program funded by the CHIPS and Science Act made it possible for her to start building a career in Arizona’s burgeoning semiconductor industry. Mar 21, 2024 The Copper Courier Tarji Borders
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Progressive Leadership PodcastMarch 21, 2024 Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Progressive Leadership Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan talks about progressive wins in her state and the fight for reproductive rights and gun reforms. Mar 21, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage
Unions Continue To Build Wealth for All Americans ArticleMarch 20, 2024 Unions Continue To Build Wealth for All Americans New data show unions increase wealth across education levels and close racial wealth gaps. Mar 20, 2024 the Center for American Progress David Madland, Christian E. Weller, Sachin Shiva
Opinion: Mark Robinson is a threat to public education in North Carolina In the NewsMarch 18, 2024 Opinion: Mark Robinson is a threat to public education in North Carolina Tabitha Arrowood, a single mother of two children, writes about the positive impact of public education on her life, as well as the threats to public education that she perceives from Mark Robinson, the state’s lieutenant governor. Mar 18, 2024 Cardinal & Pine Tabitha Arrowood
Dan Pfeiffer on the 2024 Election PodcastMarch 15, 2024 Dan Pfeiffer on the 2024 Election Dan Pfeiffer discusses the State of the Union address and the upcoming elections. Mar 15, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 3 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone
Putting People First: Prioritizing Workers in the Economy of the Future Past EventMarch 14, 2024 Putting People First: Prioritizing Workers in the Economy of the Future A conversation with Rep. Ro Khanna (D-CA). Center for American Progress Action Fund Mar 20, 2024
Karen Finney on the State of the Union PodcastMarch 7, 2024 Karen Finney on the State of the Union Political consultant Karen Finney joins to discuss Super Tuesday and the State of the Union address. Mar 7, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 4 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Muggs Leone
Americans benefitting from Biden’s policies have no idea he’s involved In the NewsMarch 6, 2024 Americans benefitting from Biden’s policies have no idea he’s involved David Madland explains in why President Joe Biden needs to make clear to voters that his economic policies are creating good union jobs. Mar 6, 2024 The Hill David Madland
Communities That Lost Manufacturing Jobs Are Main Beneficiaries of Biden Administration’s New Industrial Policy ArticleMarch 6, 2024 Communities That Lost Manufacturing Jobs Are Main Beneficiaries of Biden Administration’s New Industrial Policy New analysis finds that private investments from the Infrastructure Investment and Jobs Act, CHIPS and Science Act, and Inflation Reduction Act are being announced in the communities that have been hit hardest by disinvestment in American manufacturing. Mar 6, 2024 the Center for American Progress Aurelia Glass, David Madland
UAW’s David Green on Championing Labor PodcastMarch 1, 2024 UAW’s David Green on Championing Labor United Auto Workers (UAW) Region 2B Director David Green joins the show to talk about the Trump and Biden administrations' approaches to labor. Mar 1, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 3 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone
Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my life and this is why we have to protect it Personal StoryFebruary 28, 2024 Opinion: The Affordable Care Act saved my life and this is why we have to protect it When Milwaukee resident Kat Klawes was diagnosed with cancer on her 26th birthday, she was able to immediately enroll in the Affordable Care Act marketplace, which helped save her thousands of dollars on cancer treatments. Feb 28, 2024 UpNorthNews Kat Klawes
Biden’s Belvidere Win Stands in Stark Contrast to Trump’s Broken Promises in Lordstown ArticleFebruary 26, 2024 Biden’s Belvidere Win Stands in Stark Contrast to Trump’s Broken Promises in Lordstown Differing outcomes at the auto plants in Lordstown, Ohio, and Belvidere, Illinois, underscore the stark contrast between the approaches of Biden and Trump to the automotive industry and its workers. Feb 26, 2024 Jeremy Berns
Construction of Tennessee EV Battery Facility Highlights Promises and Challenges of Biden Administration Policies ReportFebruary 26, 2024 Construction of Tennessee EV Battery Facility Highlights Promises and Challenges of Biden Administration Policies Tennessee’s BlueOval City electric vehicle battery facility shows how public investments can lead to good union jobs, but anecdotal evidence suggests that workers are not connecting these jobs to important economic policies. Feb 26, 2024 the Center for American Progress David Madland, Kyle Ross
Biden te está ayudando ahorrar dinero In the NewsFebruary 23, 2024 Biden te está ayudando ahorrar dinero Gaby Blanco and Rafael Medina write in La Opinión about the Biden administration's efforts to address junk fees. Feb 23, 2024 La Opinión Gaby Blanco, Rafael Medina
Devon Gray on Fighting Poverty PodcastFebruary 22, 2024 Devon Gray on Fighting Poverty Devon Gray, president of End Poverty in California, joins to discuss the fight against poverty. Feb 22, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 3 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone
Max Bergmann on the War in Ukraine PodcastFebruary 15, 2024 Max Bergmann on the War in Ukraine This week on “The Tent,” Max Bergmann joins to discuss the ongoing war in Ukraine. Feb 15, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 3 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone
Op-ed: How federal investments are empowering Navajo People Personal StoryFebruary 14, 2024 Op-ed: How federal investments are empowering Navajo People JoAnn Armenta, the CEO of an organization that provides workforce training and resources to the Navajo people, shares how the Inflation Reduction Act has helped her organization provide community members with the skills to start their own solar businesses. Feb 14, 2024 The Copper Courier JoAnn Armenta
Opinion: Being sick is expensive. I’m grateful Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act lowered my insulin costs Personal StoryFebruary 14, 2024 Opinion: Being sick is expensive. I’m grateful Biden’s Inflation Reduction Act lowered my insulin costs Pam Bloink, a retired teacher living with chronic health conditions, shares her perspective on the Biden administration’s Inflation Reduction Act, which has cut her yearly insulin costs in half. Feb 14, 2024 The 'Gander Pam Bloink
Opinion | We own a solar energy business, but we wouldn’t be here without the IRA. Personal StoryFebruary 9, 2024 Opinion | We own a solar energy business, but we wouldn’t be here without the IRA. Small-business owner Maria Drews shares how tax credits from the Inflation Reduction Act are helping clean energy businesses such as hers to grow, in addition to saving households money as they switch to solar energy. Feb 9, 2024 The Capital Times Maria Drews
Preston Mitchum on Advocacy, Representation, and Black History Month PodcastFebruary 8, 2024 Preston Mitchum on Advocacy, Representation, and Black History Month This week on “The Tent,” Preston Mitchum discusses Black History Month and the need for intersectional advocacy; CAP Action’s Allison McManus also joins for a conversation on the ongoing conflict in the Middle East. Feb 8, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 4 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Allison McManus