Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov host a podcast that pushes back against political extremes, advocating for moderate viewpoints in a polarized America. New episodes drop every Monday, Tuesday, and Thursday evening. The show is part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
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Trump’s Iran Crisis Just Took a Dangerous Turn as Markets Brace for Impact
In the wake of Game 4 of the NBA Finals, which saw the New York Knicks mount the largest comeback in Finals history to win the game, Jessica Tarlov gives Scott Galloway an update on Knicks fever from the streets of New York City. Then, Scott and Jessica talk about how the fragile ceasefire between the U.S. and Iran is showing signs of collapse after yet another round of attacks. President Trump is
Trump Gets Booed at MSG as Republicans Push Extreme Immigration Agenda
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov respond to Trump getting loudly booed at the NBA Finals in New York City, before diving into the much bigger political and economic fights shaping the 2026 midterms.
A federal judge has blocked Trump’s controversial $100,000 H-1B visa fee, dealing a major blow to one piece of the administration’s broader immigration crackdown.
Meanwhile, Democrats are trying to
Trump's “Little Excursion" in Iran Becomes a 100-Day Disaster
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the latest on the Iran war, 100 days after the start of the conflict, and as Israel and Iran trade attacks. They also react to Trump’s tense appearance on Meet the Press, which saw the President abruptly end the interview and storm off when he was faced with questions about whether there was any evidence for “rigged elections” — after he attempted to do
A Rare Republican Break With Trump Raises New Questions
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the latest developments from Congress, as the House advanced a War Powers measure designed to limit Donald Trump’s authority in the region. Most notably, four Republicans broke ranks to support the resolution — raising new questions about whether cracks are finally beginning to emerge inside the GOP.
They also unpack the broader political implications
The Hidden Costs of Trump’s Hollowed-Out Foreign Policy
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the latest developments in the Iran negotiations, after reports emerged that Tehran may be opening “other fronts” in response to alleged ceasefire violations by the U.S. and Israel. President Trump is reportedly growing frustrated with Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu, and Secretary of State Marco Rubio faces Congress for the first time since t
Trump’s Dumb Midterms Strategy and Platner’s Sexting Scandal
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov take a high-level look at the 2026 landscape as Republicans continue centering their messaging almost entirely around Donald Trump. Scott and Jessica examine whether the GOP has developed any coherent platform beyond Trump himself — and whether voters may finally be tiring of the constant culture-war politics and personal attacks.
And, as California heads into a
Trump Cornered On Iran, Newsom Pushes Back on Slush Fund
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the latest news coming from the White House about the Iran negotiations. Trump’s bold remarks during yesterday’s Cabinet meeting seemed to suggest that a deal was imminent, but recent airstrikes and the lack of agreed-upon terms tell a different story. While the administration insists diplomacy is still alive, mixed messaging continues around the ceasef
Trump Has “No Cards” in Iran as Deal Collapses and U.S. Continues Strikes
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the latest developments in the fragile Iran negotiations, with Secretary of State Marco Rubio delivering an encouraging, but confusing, update. They discuss reports that the Trump administration is pursuing a framework involving a ceasefire extension, reopening the Strait of Hormuz, renewed Iranian oil sales, and separate talks over the fate of Tehran’s
Stephen Colbert Signs Off as Trump’s Revenge Tour Crushes GOP Critics
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down a major election week for Trump-backed GOP primary candidates, including a high-profile win in Kentucky where incumbent Rep. Thomas Massie was defeated. Massie was the de facto leader of the small faction of congressional Republicans who fought for the release of the Epstein Files.
They also preview the next major showdown in Texas, where a high-stakes
Trump’s MAGA Loyalty Test Heads to the Ballot Box
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the controversy surrounding Trump’s settlement with the IRS and the creation of a fund critics are already calling a political slush fund. With the attorney general set to oversee who receives compensation, major questions are emerging about whether taxpayer money could effectively become a reward system for political allies and January 6 defendants.
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Trump Cashes in on Thousands of Stock Trades While Americans Get Crushed
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down explosive new ethics filings showing that President Trump made thousands of stock trades during the first quarter of 2026, with transactions totaling hundreds of millions of dollars. While the White House insists the trades were handled through trusts and third parties, the revelations arrive alongside reports that Trump has secured a massive $1.8B fund
Trump Sucks Up to Xi, But Doesn’t Care About Americans’ Financial Pain
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Trump Accelerates Superpower Decline as XI Plays the Long Game (ft. Sarah Longwell)
Scott Galloway and Sarah Longwell of The Bulwark break down Trump’s first visit to China since 2017, where discussions over trade, artificial intelligence, Taiwan, and rare earth exports are expected to dominate the agenda. But looming over the entire trip is the increasingly fragile ceasefire with Iran, rising instability in the Persian Gulf, and growing economic pressure at home as gas prices su
Trump Rejects Iran’s Offer as Democrats Hit With Devastating Redistricting Blow Ahead of Midterms
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down Iran’s latest proposal to reopen the Strait of Hormuz and temporarily suspend uranium enrichment in exchange for sanctions relief — even after it was deemed “unacceptable” by President Trump, and while Benjamin Netanyahu appeared on 60 Minutes to make it clear that Israel has little interest in a deal that leaves Iran’s nuclear infrastructure intact. Wi
Is Trump the GOP’s Greatest Asset — or Biggest Liability?
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down a week defined by confusion, escalation, and political loyalty tests. As mixed messages pour out of Washington and Tehran, Trump threatens further action against Iran even as officials insist tensions are cooling — leaving allies, markets, and the world searching for clarity.
Back at home, a judge has unsealed what a former cellmate has alleged is Jeff
Trump and Hegseth Spout Lies and Contradictions on Iran
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the latest developments in Iran, where confusion continues to swirl around a fragile ceasefire. With renewed tensions in the Strait of Hormuz and mixed signals coming out of Washington, the situation remains volatile and increasingly difficult to read.
Then they discuss the efforts by the Republicans to get Pennsylvania Senator John Fetterman to switch
Trump’s “Project Freedom” Shows His Awful Negotiation Skills
With Tehran threatening to target ships in the Strait of Hormuz and the U.S. ramping up its response, is the Iran conflict entering a dangerous new phase — with no clear off-ramp?
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the latest escalations, as oil prices surge and gas prices climb nearly 50% since the start of the war. With the Trump administration fast-tracking billions in arms sales, an
Trump Triggers Redistricting Chaos as GOP Pushes Power Grab Nationwide
Jessica Tarlov and Aaron Parnas break down the battle to redraw congressional districts, as Republican-led states like Louisiana move quickly to implement new maps ahead of the midterms — while Democrats signal they’re ready to retaliate in states like Illinois, Colorado, and New York. With primaries just weeks away in some states, one key question looms: is this a strategic power play, or a logis
As the War Nears Its Legal Limit, Trump Pushes Presidential Power Further
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down a rapidly escalating moment at home and abroad, as his war in the Middle East continues to seem like it will be going on for a while. Iran’s leadership has issued another direct threat as Donald Trump ramps up his rhetoric and pushes for a broader deal — even as the war hits its 60-day mark, raising serious legal questions under the War Powers Resolutio
The Rise of Conspiracy Politics in Trump’s America (ft. Astead Herndon)
After Trump imposed sweeping tariffs, tried to prevent the release of the Epstein files, and led the U.S. into another potential “forever” war, are the bonds that keep the MAGA coalition together starting to fall apart?
Jessica Tarlov sits down with Vox’s Astead Herndon — political journalist and host of the new podcast “America, Actually” — to discuss these and other big-picture trends on both
Trump Blames Democrats, Demands His Ballroom, and Attacks Jimmy Kimmel Again (ft. Sen. Rand Paul)
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov sit down with Senator Rand Paul (R-KY) to unpack a volatile political moment in Washington.
In the wake of the attempted assassination at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, Republicans and President Trump are blaming Democrats for fueling political violence — while critics argue the response is part of a familiar cycle of partisan escalation, and that Presid
The Aftermath of Trump's Third Assassination Attempt
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov examine the incident that took place this weekend at the White House Correspondents’ Dinner, where an armed suspect was apprehended after breaching a security perimeter. The incident, described by authorities as a potential assassination attempt, has renewed questions about the safety of high-profile political figures and the persistence of political violence in t
A War That Trump Won’t End — and an Economy Starting to Feel It
Trump says the ceasefire is holding — but the bigger question is: what’s actually changed?
Jessica Tarlov and Aaron Parnas break down a Middle East conflict that feels stuck in place while the consequences keep escalating. Oil prices have surged past $100, the U.S. is burning through thousands of missiles, and tensions with Iran are still boiling beneath the surface as both sides escalate in the
The Limits of Trump's "Madman" Iran Strategy
Is this a ceasefire in name only? What does “ceasefire” even mean?
After extending the ceasefire with Iran, Donald Trump is threatening “shoot to kill” in the Strait of Hormuz as Iran seizes ships and commercial vessels come under fire. Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down how close we are to open conflict, what the Secretary of the Navy’s firing means, and what happens if global oil shi
Democrats Erase GOP Redistricting Gains with Power Move in Virginia
Jessica Tarlov sits down with activist and influencer Carlos Espina to break down Democrats’ aggressive redistricting win in Virginia and what it means for the fight for control of Congress. They dive into voter backlash, Trump’s shaky ceasefire as global tensions rise, and the growing chaos inside Trump’s orbit.
Plus — after losing ground with Latino voters in the 2024 election, what will it
How Trump’s Iran War Could Break the GOP (ft. Ben Shapiro)
Just hours before a fragile ceasefire deadline, tensions between the U.S. and Iran are escalating — and the political fallout at home is already taking shape.
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov sit down with Ben Shapiro, one of the most influential voices on the right, who has called this the “single bravest foreign policy move” of his lifetime. But as the risk of a prolonged conflict grows, so do
Trump Faces New Uncertainty as Iran Pulls Back from Talks
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down a fast-moving moment in global and domestic politics as Iran steps back from new peace talks following the U.S. seizure of an Iranian cargo ship. With tensions rising, questions are mounting over whether the current ceasefire can hold — or whether negotiations are already beginning to unravel. Meanwhile, Vice President JD Vance is expected to travel bac
Hormuz Confusion Grows — Trump Digs in on Blockade as Iran Calls the Shots
Trump is claiming a win after the Strait of Hormuz reopens — but the reality is far more complicated.
Jessica Tarlov and Aaron Parnas break down the fragile Middle East ceasefire and the mixed signals coming out of the Trump administration. With reports of backchannel talks, a possible cash-for-uranium proposal, and Trump publicly denying it, the key question at the center of it all: is there a r
Trump and Pete Hegseth Under Fire as Questions of Competence Mount in Iran War
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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down a rapidly escalating global crisis as the Iran ceasefire nears expiration and peace talks teeter on the edge of collapse. With Pakistan steppin
Trump Promised Lower Costs and Bet Big on Tax Cuts... It's Backfiring (ft. Galen Druke)
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Jessica Tarlov sits down with data-driven political analyst Galen Druke, host of the GD Politics podcast, to break down what the numbers are actually saying — and what ev
Trump Spirals as Iran Blockade Triggers Recession Fears (ft. Sen. Chris Murphy)
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Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the escalating crisis following the Trump administration’s Iran blockade—and what it could mean for the global economy. As tensions intensify in the Strait of Horm
Trump Blockades Hormuz as Ceasefire Collapses and Orbán Loses Power
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What was supposed to be a de-escalation between the United States and Iran is already rapidly collapsing. U.S.–Iran talks in Pakistan ended without a deal, and tensions are now rising sharply after Presiden
MAGA Revolts Over Trump’s Iran Disaster
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What was supposed to be a breakthrough is unraveling—fast. Jessica Tarlov and Aaron Parnas break down the chaos surrounding Donald Trump’s so-called Iran ceasefire as tensions surge across the region and the deal a
Trump’s War in Iran Accomplished Nothing (ft. Tommy Vietor)
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Jessica Tarlov sits down with Tommy Vietor — co-host of Pod Save America, Pod Save the World, and the former National Security Council spokesperson under President Obama — to unpack the chaos behind Donald Trump’
Did Trump Just Give Iran the Win on a Silver Platter?
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The U.S. and Iran agreed to a fragile two-week ceasefire, brokered by Pakistan, just hours before President Trump’s threatened strike. Iran has pledged to keep the Strait of Hormuz open — but reports sugges
Trump Threatens to WIPE OUT Iran and Triggers 25th Amendment Calls (ft. Katie Phang)
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Jessica Tarlov sits down with attorney and MeidasTouch host Katie Phang to break down Trump’s latest escalation with Iran — his 8:00 P.M. deadline, threats to strike civilian infrastructure, and the very rea
Trump Issues Insane Iran Ultimatum as Ceasefire Talks Collapse
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Trump threatens to bomb Iran’s power grid as ceasefire talks quietly unfold behind the scenes — raising the stakes for a potential wider conflict. Jessica Tarlov is joined by The New York Times's Lulu Garcia-
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Trump Axes Bondi… and Pete Hegseth’s Military Purge Sparks Outrage
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Jessica Tarlov is joined by Jack Cocchiarella to break down Trump’s latest shock move — firing Pam Bondi and replacing her with Todd Blanche. Was it about
Pam Bondi Fired as Trump Promised BIG News on the Iran War… Delivered NOTHING (ft. Marc Elias)
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Trump took the stage for a highly anticipated primetime address — and delivered a speech that raised more questions than answers.
Jessica Tarlov is joined by top election lawyer Marc Elias, founder of Democracy Docket, to break down Tru
How Trump and Billionaires Bend the Rules (And Get Away With It) — ft. Pablo Torre
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Jessica Tarlov sits down with investigative journalist Pablo Torre — host of Pablo Torre Finds Out — to break down the hidden power structures shaping everything from sports to politics.
From billionaire team owners bending the rules t
Trump & Pentagon Now Completely Delusional on War Strategy
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The Iran war keeps escalating, and the messaging from Washington couldn’t be more split. President Trump claims “real progress” is being made toward a dea
She Broke the Epstein Case — Now She Says Something Doesn’t Add Up (ft. Julie K. Brown)
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov sit down with investigative reporter Julie K. Brown, the journalist whose groundbreaking work helped expose Jeffrey Epstein’s crimes and reignite the case against him. They dig into what it was like chasing the story when no one else would, where the case stands today, and why so many questions still remain — from missing documents to the controversy surrounding E
Are We Still Fighting the "Axis of Evil" in Iran? (ft. David Frum)
As more and more U.S. military members are shipping to the region, is Trump trying to bluff his way into a full-blown ground invasion of Iran? Jessica Tarlov is joined by David Frum to discuss. They talk about the danger of Trump’s particular brand of “messianism,” along with an administration staffed with “fanatics and crooks.”
Frum, who was a speechwriter for President George W. Bush, recalls t
Trump’s “War of Choice” is Causing Chaos and Danger (ft. Sen. Mark Warner)
Scott Galloway is joined by Sen. Mark Warner, ranking Democrat on the Senate Intelligence Committee, to talk through the latest in Iran. They discuss the prospects of Trump escalating the conflict by sending in ground forces, or initiating a new bombing campaign. Warner discusses the far-reaching economic consequences stemming both from the chokehold on the Strait of Hormuz, and from Trump’s confu
Trump is Using the Iran War to Get Richer (ft. Anthony Scaramucci)
How is the Trump family using the war in Iran, and a collapsed regulatory environment, to enrich themselves? Jessica Tarlov is joined by someone with inside knowledge of how it works in Trump’s orbit — Anthony Scaramucci, former White House communications director and the founder of SkyBridge Capital. They discuss how the administration is using uncertainty surrounding the Strait of Hormuz, misdir
Did Trump Already LOSE the War in Iran? (ft. Ian Bremmer and Dan Senor)
Three weeks into Trump’s war with Iran, is anyone actually winning? Or are we watching a conflict spiral with no clear endgame?
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov sit down with Ian Bremmer (president of the Eurasia Group) and Dan Senor (former policy advisor to Mitt Romney, and the host of the “Call Me Back” podcast) for a real debate on the war.
They talk about whether or not the U.S. has a st
Trump Triggers Airport Chaos and Manipulates Markets — Can Democrats Take Back Immigration? (ft. Rep. Sarah McBride)
Congresswoman Sarah McBride (D - DE) joins Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov to break down how Democrats should respond to everything from Trump mocking Robert Mueller’s death, to deploying ICE at airports, rising gas prices, and the escalating war with Iran. She explains how all of it hits Americans’ wallets.
McBride also dives into the internet’s role in radicalizing young people, the GOP’s cul
Trump Triggers Economic Chaos as War Costs Skyrocket
Jessica Tarlov and Aaron Parnas dive into the U.S.’s deepening involvement in the Iran conflict — troop considerations, skyrocketing costs, and diverging U.S.-Israeli objectives.
Then, they break down the latest on Pam Bondi’s congressional subpoena over the Epstein files, the massive Nexstar-Tegna media merger, and why César Chávez is suddenly under fire.
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What Life After Trump Could Look Like (ft. Pete Buttigieg)
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov sit down with Pete Buttigieg — former mayor, 2020 presidential candidate, and U.S. Secretary of Transportation — to talk about what comes next for the country. From Trump’s “amateur hour” leadership and the Iran War to the real challenges Democrats face in connecting with voters, Pete shares his perspective on policy, belonging, and rebuilding America.
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Mullin Tries to "Moderate" Trump-Era Mass Deportations Politics
Jessica Tarlov is joined by Congressman Maxwell Frost to break down Markwayne Mullin’s DHS confirmation hearing and what it could mean for immigration policy, dig into the Illinois primaries and what they reveal about the Democratic Party’s direction, and explore how the war in Iran could reshape the midterms. Plus, Frost shares how Democrats can better connect with Gen Z — and why that strategy g
Trump’s Iran War Plan Falls Apart as Allies Walk Away
Trump is facing pressure on all fronts — and the cracks are starting to show. Abroad, tensions with Iran are escalating fast after a reported strike near Tehran killed a top Iranian leader. As the situation spirals, Donald Trump is pushing U.S. allies to help secure the Strait of Hormuz — but so far, key partners are refusing, raising questions about America’s influence and the risk of a wider con
Meet the Man Who Could Flip Texas — with Rep. James Talarico (Live from SXSW)
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov host a LIVE recording of Raging Moderates, and are joined by special guest Texas Rep. James Talarico (D-TX), fresh off his Senate primary win.
They discuss how he approached the campaign — which drew record Democratic turnout in the state, how he plans to approach governing if he does win a Senate seat, what his signature policies will be, and how he plans to def
Trump’s Iran and Immigration Pivot Sparks MAGA Civil War
MAGA world is starting to crack. Jessica Tarlov and Aaron Parnas break down the growing backlash against Donald Trump from his own base over the escalating conflict with Iran and a brewing fight inside the right over mass deportations.
But first, they discuss two disturbing attacks this week: a man driving a truck into Temple Israel outside Detroit before exchanging gunfire with security, and a
Trump Voters Love this Democratic Governor (ft. Gov. Andy Beshear)
The U.S. has already spent more than $11 billion in the first week of fighting with Iran. Gas prices are nearing a four-year high, and tensions across the Middle East are rapidly escalating. Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov sit down with Kentucky Gov. Andy Beshear, one of the most popular governors in the country, to discuss the growing conflict with Iran, the human and financial costs of war, an
What Democrats Still Don’t Get about MAGA (ft. Jordan Klepper of The Daily Show)
In a post-Trump world, what will happen to the MAGA base? Jessica Tarlov is joined by comedian and The Daily Show co-host Jordan Klepper to talk through it. Jordan has spent the past decade at Trump rallies, talking with voters on the right about what they believe, who they distrust, and what’s really galvanizing their movement.
Jessica and Jordan also discuss White House Press Secretary Karoline
The Trump Administration Can’t Get Their Iran War Story Straight
As the war in Iran roils on, with devastating effects on the oil markets, what is Trump’s plan to get the U.S. out of another regional quagmire? Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov discuss the latest developments on the war in Iran from the administration — including a befuddling announcement from Trump, startling messaging from Secretary of Defense Pete Hegseth, and a foreboding sense from Secretar
Trump Downplays War Costs as Oil Explodes and Markets Crash
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the rapidly escalating war with Iran as it enters week two. Tehran has installed Mojtaba Khamenei as the new supreme leader — a move that effectively turns the Islamic Republic into a dynasty, decades after the revolution that was supposed to end dynastic rule.
Meanwhile, casualties are rising, oil has surged past $100 a barrel, and global markets are
Trump Admits More Americans May Die in Iran War — Voters Are Turning on Him
Jessica Tarlov and Aaron Parnas break down the political, economic, and legal fallout from Trump’s war with Iran. As the president openly talks about replacing Iran’s leadership and admits Americans may die, the war is already rattling markets, pushing up gas prices, and emerging as a defining issue heading into the midterms. Jess and Aaron discuss why early polling shows the strikes are deeply un
Kristi Noem Fired as Trump's Iran War is about to Make Everything More Expensive
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the political and economic fallout from Trump’s escalating conflict with Iran. After the Senate votes down an effort to limit the president’s war powers, the path is cleared for the fight to continue — even as American troops have been killed, gas prices climb, and the Pentagon warns the conflict has only just begun.
Scott and Jess dig into what the wa
Is Trump Rewriting “America First” Into Forever War? (ft. Tim Snyder)
Jessica Tarlov sits down with historian and On Tyranny author Timothy Snyder to tackle a big question: what does history tell us about where Trump’s war in Iran could be headed?
Trump rose to power blasting regime-change wars. Now, after U.S. strikes in Iran and calls for political upheaval, he’s embracing the language of liberation. Jessica and Tim explore the historical parallels — from past Am
War in Iran Backfires as MAGA Turns on Trump
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dig into the growing cracks inside Trump’s MAGA coalition as U.S. strikes on Iran spark backlash from the right. JD Vance once sold Trump as the president who “started no wars” — now, with American casualties rising and only a quarter of Americans backing the strikes, that promise is under pressure. From Capitol Hill to conservative media, the movement is split: i
Why It's Hard to Know What Comes Next in Iran
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov are joined by retired U.S. Navy Admiral James Stavridis to break down a rapidly escalating crisis in the Middle East. Following U.S.–Israeli strikes that killed Iran’s Supreme Leader, Tehran has formed a transitional council and is vowing retaliation. U.S. troops are dead. Missiles are flying between Iran, Israel, and American bases across the Gulf. The Strait of
BREAKING: Raging Moderates Now Five Days a Week
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What the Clintons’ Depositions Mean for the Epstein Investigation
Jessica Tarlov and Aaron Parnas break down what the Clintons’ closed-door depositions could actually mean for the Epstein investigation — and what Republicans realistically expect to uncover. JD Vance kicks off his new “war on fraud” by freezing Medicaid funds — is it real reform or 2028 positioning? Plus: FBI shakeups tied to the Trump investigations, escalating tensions with Iran as military str
Trump's "Forgettable" State of the Union
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down Trump’s marathon State of the Union — the longest in history — and the alternate reality he painted of a “golden age” America, even as most voters say the country is on the wrong track. They dig into the speech’s biggest moments: the attacks on Democrats, the swipe at the Supreme Court over tariffs, and Trump’s mixed message on Iran — diplomacy, but wit
How Democrats Take On the ‘Epstein Class’ (ft. Nancy Pelosi)
Jessica Tarlov sits down with Speaker Emerita Nancy Pelosi to discuss Trump’s corruption, safeguarding the election, rising tensions with Iran, and Congress’s constitutional role before any potential military strike. Fresh off the Munich Security Conference, Pelosi reflects on NATO, human rights, and America’s standing with its allies. They also examine the arrest of Prince Andrew and the fallout
Censoring Stephen Colbert Backfires
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down how censoring Colbert backfired on CBS — after Texas state Rep. James Talarico’s scheduled appearance on The Late Show with Stephen Colbert was abruptly pulled off the air. Is this corporate media caving to Trump-era pressure — and is Paramount the real loser? Then: the DOJ says it’s done releasing the Epstein files — but reports suggest the public has
Immigration Enforcement Ends in Minneapolis — Now What?
Immigration enforcement suddenly halts in Minneapolis as Democrats push to disrupt ICE funding and shut down DHS unless major reforms happen. At the same time, Pam Bondi’s House hearing turns into a four-hour Epstein showdown — with survivors in the room and Democrats accusing the DOJ of stonewalling. Jessica Tarlov and Aaron Parnas break down whether Bondi just handed the opposition a powerful mi
Trump’s Sparking Culture War Fights to Bury the Epstein Scandal
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov explore a weekend that showcased two very different Americas: Bad Bunny celebrated unity across the continent, while Donald Trump leaned into culture wars, attacking an Olympic skier for expressing mixed feelings about representing the U.S. and amplifying a racist video of the Obamas. At the same time, Congress is reviewing Epstein files, Ghislaine Maxwell is publ
Epstein Files Trigger Total Chaos Inside MAGA World
Jessica Tarlov is joined by Aaron Parnas to break down the growing cracks inside Trump world. Is Trump finally distancing himself from his “shadow president” Stephen Miller as immigration raids spark backlash—even in red states? They dig into the fallout from the Epstein files, the fight over the SAVE Act, and whether anyone will actually face accountability. Plus, Kamala Harris teases her next mo
Confronting the Ethical Vacuum Exposed by Trump and Epstein
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down Trump’s signature move: flooding the zone. From a massive Epstein document dump that swallows the news cycle, to Trump inserting himself into active investigations and openly pushing to “nationalize” voting, the noise is the point. Then, they zoom out to Trump’s broader project — remaking Washington in his own image, from cultural institutions to public
Trump Administration Still Avoiding Accountability for Minneapolis
Jessica Tarlov and Aaron Parnas break down the GOP fallout after fueling MAGA infighting, fresh impeachment buzz around Kristi Noem, and a high-stakes gamble on Tom Homan to placate Democrats. Then they turn to the rollout of “Trump Accounts,” a government-backed investment plan for kids that’s already drawing skepticism over the math, the branding, and who really stands to gain. Plus, the DOJ sei
Trump Pulls Back in Minneapolis as Democrats Turn Up Pressure on ICE
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Jessica Tarlov is back with Friday regular Aaron Parnas (@aaronparnas1) to unpack the onslaught of big news at the start of the new year. They discuss the tragic and fatal shooting of Renee Nicole Good by ICE agents in Minneapolis and the growing clash between federal power and local authority. Plus, Trump’s escalating pressure campaign abroad, RFK Jr.’s controversial vaccine pullback and its publ
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