Burn the Talking Points
Join Maryland Democratic politicos for candid, unscripted discussions on current events in Maryland and across the nation. Hear insights on the future direction of the Democratic Party and learn about immediate actions you can take as we strive to reclaim power. No scripts. No spin. Just real, unfiltered conversations about the issues that matter. Join us as we burn the talking points. Authorized by the Maryland Democratic Party; Devang Shah, Treasurer.
Episodes
This week, we host a candid conversation between two Maryland DNC members, Robbie Leonard and Bel Leong-Hong, as they share their visions for moving the Democratic Party forward. We tackle tough questions about priorities and what it takes to win. While they differ on strategy, both are focused on finding common ground to help Democrats succeed at every level.
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In a special live taping of Burn the Talking Points, we host a panel of Maryland's freshman representatives to dish about what it is really like to be in Congress during Trump 2.0.
Filmed at the annual Maryland Democratic Party gala, they take us behind the scenes of Congress and give us a peek at how things really work and how they view the challenge of getting things done.
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This week, we’re talking to three young staffers with some of the most interesting and fun jobs in Maryland politics. This episode is great for everyone but will really hit home for people looking to get a job in politics or young people just getting their start. We will hear how they got their start, what their work actually looks like, and what advice they have for anyone thinking about getting into the field.
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On this week's episode of Burn the Talking Points, we sit down with County Executive Steuart Pittman—Governor Moore’s and party leadership's recommended pick to lead the Maryland Democratic Party following Chair Ken Ulman’s announcement that he will step down on June 13.
Pittman joins us to talk about what’s at stake, his vision for growing Democratic power, and how we confront rising Republican ext...
We have several young Dems in studio to give us their take on what issues they want the Democratic Party to put front and center, what worries them most about Trump, and what they think of David Hogg's plan to primary safe seat Dems. And stick around for a game of "cringe or cool"
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In this special episode of Burn the Talking Points, Senator Chris Van Hollen shares the story of his recent trip to El Salvador, sheds light on how he is viewing his place in this moment in history, and what he really thinks of Marco Rubio. Stick around for a silly game of "Dream Podcast Host."
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This is our BIG 100 days episode! Trump's first 100 days have brought chaos, corruption and economic pain. In this episode, we talk to every Democratic member of our federal delegation to get their take on Trump's 100 day mark, hear what stories they think are undercovered, and what is giving them hope.
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In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we dive into the online landscape facing Democrats as we work to take back the House in 2026. We're joined by some of the minds behind KamalaHQ on TikTok and Vote Save America as we talk discuss who Dems can win online (and in real life).
Join Joe Francaviglia, Cara Koontz, and Ethan Kelly for this unfiltered discussion and stick around for our version of March Madness ...
Trump may not know what he is doing with his in again off again tariffs - so we decided to talk to the main money person in Maryland - Comptroller Brooke Lierman. In this special episode of Burn the Talking Points, Comptroller Lierman joins us to unpack how Trump’s chaos is hitting Maryland’s economy in real time.
Then, we lighten things up with a round of Snap Decisions, where Comptroller Lierman reveals her...
In this Burn the Talking Points exclusive, Governor Wes Moore breaks down how Maryland Democrats closed a $3 billion budget gap, the impact Trump is having on Maryland, his take on Democratic messaging, and he gives us his Mt. Rushmore of Maryland athletes.
Listen today and let us know if you agree with his Mt. Rushmore picks!
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Is that momentum we feel? In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we recap the big wins from the recent special elections and Cory Booker's historic filibuster. Then, we dive into what Trump's dismantling of the Department of Education means for Maryland and America. Featured guests include MDP ED Karen Darkes, Mary Pat Fannon of the Superintendents Association, and Randi Weingarten - AFT National Presid...
In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we begin with breaking news as the Governor, House and Senate have come up with a budget framework deal. The Trump chaos and corruption is bleeding into Maryland and forcing difficult choices for the state budget.
Then, in Sarah Explains It All, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth joins us to discuss the continuing resolution that just passed on the Hill. As someone on the...
In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we’re getting straight to the strategy that will define the fight ahead. With Trump’s chaos dominating the headlines, how do Democrats break through and win in 2026? We’re joined by national Democratic communications experts Martha McKenna, Dr. Anna Greenberg, and Kevin Harris to debate the best message to take on Trump now. They break down what works, what doesn’t, and how ...
In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we’re getting straight to the legal battles defining Trump’s chaotic return. Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown joins us to break down how he and Democratic AGs across the country are fighting back against Trump’s reckless agenda, from attacking cancer research to cutting middle class jobs.
But we’re not stopping there. We put AG Brown to the test in "Real or F...
Episode 1 Description- On the inaugural episode of Burn the Talking Points, we’re diving straight into the pressing issues shaping the Maryland and national political landscape. Maryland Democratic Party Chair Ken Ulman joins us to break down the state’s budget and what it means for Marylanders. AFGE National Vice President Ottis Johnson Jr. sheds light on the fight to protect federal workers, especially with the retu...
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