Politics War Room with James Carville and Al Hunt
Master political strategist James Carville and revered journalist Al Hunt convene a war room each week to discuss the battle for the soul of the nation. Join them as they gather the sharpest minds from across the country to see who has the most compelling case for the American people on the issues that matter most.
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Trump’s Plunging Polls with Professor Alexander Theodoridis
August 7, 2025 · 1:19:01
James and Al explain the redistricting battle and what it means for upcoming elections before welcoming UMass Amherst Professor Alexander Theodoridis. They discuss the reasons behind Trump’s plunging approval ratings, looking at immigration, gender, and building a future-focused strategy.
The Epstein Conspiracy with Judd Legum
July 31, 2025 ·
James and Al emphasize the need to wield the terrible effects of Trump’s ‘Big Beautiful Bill’ against Republicans going forward. Then, they welcome thought-leader Judd Legum to look at the continuing appeal of MAGA, Trump’s connection to Epstein, his grifts, and if he’ll be held to account.
A Real Alternative with Governor Wes Moore
July 24, 2025 · 1:08:08
James and Al welcome Governor of Maryland, Wes Moore, to discuss the biggest issues plaguing our cities, including crime, immigration, and education. Then, our hosts revisit the most toxic members of the Trump administration, and respond to Hunter Biden’s call out of James.
Who is the Worst?
July 21, 2025 ·
James Carville & Al Hunt discuss the results of a survey identifying the most dangerous Trump appointees, particularly focusing on figures like Pam Bondi, Pete Hegseth, Robert F. Kennedy Jr., and Stephen Miller.
A World In The Shadows with Shane Harris
July 17, 2025 · 1:16:20
James and Al pay tribute to legendary journalist Dan Balz and announce the top vote-getter for the title of the most dangerous member of the administration. They also welcome Shane Harris of The Atlantic to discuss the ongoing battle between Trump and the intelligence community.
How Democrats Lost America with Josh Dawsey
July 10, 2025 · 1:17:41
James and Al exciorate the Republican controlled government for passing Trump’s insane budget and welcome Josh Dawsey from the WSJ. They discuss his deep dive into the inner machinations of a Democratic party that seemed to be willing to keep Biden in power at all costs.
It’s July 2nd, Stupid
July 3, 2025 · 1:38:48
James and Al castigate our corporate masters and the oligarchs in control of Fox before welcoming historian Joseph Ellis to celebrate the founding and tell some of its finest stories. Then they welcome award-winning filmmaker Eva Orner to continue to expose the SA scandal at Ohio State.
How To be An Opposition with Senator Chris Murphy
June 26, 2025 · 1:00:32
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James and Al welcome Connecticut Senator Chris Murphy to lay out the implications of our attack on Iran’s nuclear sites and the risk of blowback, before examining the threat Trump’s budget bill poses to the country. Then, they discuss Mamdani’s win in the NYC Mayoral primary.
Middle East Redux with Professor Vali Nasr
June 19, 2025 · 1:22:45
James and Al castigate Trump’s military parade and contrast his authoritarian impulses with the protestors standing up for democracy. Then, they welcome Iran expert, Professor Vali Nasr, to discuss Iranian-US relations, Israel’s attacks, and the staying power of the Ayatollah’s regime.
Z-Big with Ed Luce
June 12, 2025 · 1:12:10
James and Al dissect the political forces engaged in the battle for LA being waged between CA and the Trump Administration amid ICE’s raids. Then, they welcome Financial Times Editor Ed Luce to discuss the legacy of Zbigniew Brzezinski and the aftermath of the West’s Cold War policies.