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On the Road with Jonathan Martin

POLITICO 10 Episodes Aug 4, 2026

In this podcast, POLITICO Politics Bureau Chief Jonathan Martin travels across the United States for wide-ranging conversations with key figures in American politics. The discussions take place in the politicians' home states and cover the issues of the day while looking ahead to the 2026 political season. Along the way, Martin and his guests might also explore some local delicacies.

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Pete Buttigieg has a theory for how Democrats can win Aug 4, 2026 3623 Former Transportation Secretary Pete Buttigieg joins POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin in Traverse City, Michigan, to discuss the future of the Democratic Party and why he believes Democrats can't simply campaign on a return to the pre-Trump status quo. Buttigieg argues the party needs to "build what's next," weighs in on the Michigan Senate race, reflects on his time in the Biden administr

Rahm Emanuel makes his 2028 pitch over pizza in Chicago Jul 28, 2026 3432 Rahm Emanuel joins POLITICO's Jonathan Martin at Michael's Original Pizzeria on Chicago's North Side for a wide-ranging conversation about his political future, the Democratic Party's identity crisis and why he's seriously considering a run for president in 2028.  The former Chicago mayor, Obama chief of staff and U.S. ambassador to Japan reflects on the biggest mistakes of both

A GOP power trio look to Teddy Roosevelt for America's next 250 years Jul 8, 2026 3279 Interior Secretary Doug Burgum, Gov. Kelly Armstrong (R-N.D.) and Sen. Kevin Cramer (R-N.D.) join POLITICO's Jonathan Martin at the Little Missouri Saloon in Medora for a conversation about the newly opened Theodore Roosevelt Presidential Library, why the Badlands helped shape one of America's most consequential presidents and how they're betting the landmark will transform North Dakota. 

Shapiro on Trump, Fetterman and 2028 over cheesesteaks in South Philly May 26, 2026 3404 Gov. Josh Shapiro (D-Pa.) sits down with POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin at Angelo’s Pizzeria, a South Philly institution, for a wide-ranging conversation about the future of the Democratic party, rising cynicism in American politics and the growing speculation around his political future in 2028.

Wes Moore gets blunt about 2028: I'm hungry, not thirsty May 19, 2026 3445 Maryland Gov. Wes Moore sits down with POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin at Baltimore’s iconic Koco's Pub for a wide-ranging conversation about redistricting, the future of the Democratic party and how his military service shaped his views on patriotism, race and America’s role in the world. Moore also opens up about Donald Trump, Joe Biden’s decision to stay in the presidential race too long, Kamal

Can JB Pritzker be the Democrats’ anti-Trump in 2028? May 5, 2026 4064 Gov. JB Pritzker (D-Ill.) sits down with POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin at Chicago’s iconic Manny’s Deli for a wide-ranging conversation on the future of the Democratic Party -- and his own. Plus: a look at Chicago’s political culture, Pritzker’s rise from donor to power broker, and why Manny’s remains a must-stop on the campaign trail.

Gov. Brian Kemp’s blunt warning for Republicans Apr 14, 2026 3104 Georgia Gov. Brian Kemp (R) joins POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin at the Masters to talk Trump, 2028 and the upcoming Georgia Senate race. Plus: Kemp on EVs, economic policy and why he’s staying focused on 2026 — not the White House.

Inside Gavin Newsom’s plan to take on Trump Mar 24, 2026 4150 California Gov. Gavin Newsom sat down with POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin for a wide-ranging conversation about the personal experiences that shaped his political career. A leading potential contender for the Democratic presidential nomination in 2028, Newsom has been raising his national profile by taking on President Donald Trump and traveling to key early primary states while promoting his new mem

Sarah Huckabee Sanders on BBQ, politics and sneaking out of the governor’s mansion Mar 10, 2026 2512 POLITICO’s Jonathan Martin sits down with Arkansas Governor Sarah Huckabee Sanders for a lively conversation about politics, leadership and life growing up in the governor’s mansion. From her time as White House Press Secretary to leading Arkansas today, Sanders shares insights on the Republican Party, U.S.-Israel security and the memories that shaped her journey—all while enjoying some of the sta

Welcome to On the Road with Jonathan Martin Mar 6, 2026 45 POLITICO Politics Bureau Chief Jonathan Martin is hitting the road! Join him for a series of wide-ranging conversations with key players in American politics on the ground in their home states. They’ll talk about the issues of the day, look ahead to the 2026 political season, and perhaps dig into some local delicacies. The first episode drops March 10!

On the Road with Jonathan Martin

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