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Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the heated Collins-Jackson Senate debate as Susan Collins faces sharp attacks over Donald Trump, tariffs, abortion, and health insurance. They examine Collins’s record and Jackson’s argument that Collins helped create problems she now wants credit for addressing, plus the latest campaign ads taking aim at Trump and Republicans. Kander and Gupta also dive into the latest leaked audi...

Recorded live from Kansas City, Jason and Ravi Gupta break down the Senate races they’re watching—from Democratic opportunities in Texas and Kansas to warning signs in Maine and New Hampshire. Then they dive into Ravi’s new book, The Invisible List, and how learning one new thing each year can build friendships, restore purpose, and change what you believe you’re capable of. Plus, audience questions on pursu...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the growing fallout from Donald Trump’s use of taxpayer money for government-funded ads promoting his agenda, as even Republican leaders question whether public funds should be used for political messaging. They analyze Trump’s latest push on artificial intelligence, his meeting with tech executives, and his claims that AI companies can simply “police each other” as que...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down growing tensions among Republican candidates over the Iran war, as Mike Rogers, Ashley Hinson, Jon Husted, and Tom Tiffany call for an end to the conflict amid rising gas prices. They analyze Republicans distancing themselves from Trump, including Byron Donalds removing references to Trump from his campaign website, and the growing political divide within the GOP. Kander and Gupta also discuss...

To celebrate the launch of his new book, The Invisible List, Ravi shares an audiobook excerpt about his “skill sabbatical” learning to surf—an exhilarating, difficult, and at times terrifying pursuit. Along the way, he explains how he transformed his life by treating each year like a school year—and himself as his only student. But the chapter isn’t really about surfing; it’s about facing fe...

Ravi Gupta and Ed Elson, co-host of Prof G Markets with Scott Galloway, break down the growing warnings about AI as Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei calls for a slower pace of development and stronger safeguards. They discuss Amodei’s proposed solutions, alarming warnings from AI researchers, and the debate over whether companies should receive antitrust exemptions to coordinate on AI safety. Gupta and Elson also examine Trump&rsqu...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the latest escalation in the Trump administration’s trade fight with Canada, as new tariffs and import restrictions raise tensions between the two countries. They discuss Trump’s increasingly unusual posts and statements, the latest developments in the midterm elections, and new polling in key Senate races across the country. Kander and Gupta also dive into growing concerns about a...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down Trump’s escalating trade war with Canada as new Canadian tariffs hit hundreds of U.S. products and threaten key industries in border states. They analyze the political fallout for Republicans, the risks to Maine’s lobster industry, and Trump’s bizarre threat to rename Lake Ontario. Kander and Gupta also dive into the latest election news, as Trump prepares to spend millions p...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the controversy surrounding Jon Ossoff’s comments about Trump staffer Natalie Harp, the backlash from conservatives, and the White House’s furious response. They analyze the debate over whether Ossoff crossed a line, the broader scrutiny of Harp’s unusual relationship with Trump, and the hypocrisy surrounding the outrage. Kander and Gupta also dive into the latest primary ele...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down David Crowley’s stunning upset in Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor, as the Milwaukee County executive defeats Fran Hong despite trailing badly in recent polls. They analyze Tony Evers’ late intervention, the chaotic primary, Crowley’s matchup with Republican Tom Tiffany, and what the race could mean in one of the nation’s biggest swing states. Kander an...

Ravi Gupta and former Congressman Max Rose, Senior Advisor to VoteVets, break down the political fallout from Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, as Abdul El-Sayed’s victory exposes growing tensions within the Democratic Party ahead of a critical general election battle. They analyze what the results mean for Democrats in key battleground states, the strategic challenges emerging in races across Wisconsin, Texas, Ariz...

Jason Kander breaks down Donald Trump’s escalating military conflicts, as surprise Iranian attacks, deadly Caribbean strikes, and growing criticism from Republicans—including Sen. Thom Tillis—raise new questions about Trump’s leadership and Pete Hegseth’s handling of the Pentagon. He examines the administration’s expanding war strategy, the human cost of its foreign policy, and why critics say Tr...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down Donald Trump’s deepening Iran crisis after more U.S. service members were killed, his administration’s shifting justification for the conflict, and growing questions about whether the White House has a coherent strategy. They examine Trump’s escalating rhetoric, the political fallout at home, and what the latest developments mean for America’s standing abroad. Kander an...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the deadly consequences of Trump’s immigration agenda as his administration resumes aggressive ICE traffic stops following fatal shootings that have intensified scrutiny of its enforcement tactics. They analyze Trump’s escalating conflict with Iran, his repeated reversals on foreign policy, and the growing fears that his unpredictable decisions are dragging the United States toward...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the stunning collapse of Graham Platner’s Senate campaign as Democrats move swiftly to hold their own nominee accountable, drawing a sharp contrast with Republicans’ continued embrace of Donald Trump despite years of misconduct allegations and attacks on democracy. They analyze the fallout in Maine, the search for a replacement candidate, and what the scandal reveals about the diff...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down Donald Trump’s massive crypto grift, as stunning new disclosures reveal he pulled in more than $1 billion through memecoins, shady ventures, and corporate payouts while back in power. They analyze the Supreme Court’s alarming rulings on birthright citizenship, executive power, campaign finance, and voting rights, as the right-wing supermajority hands Trump even more power and pushe...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the Democratic Party’s growing identity crisis as insurgent progressives challenge establishment power and reshape the political battlefield. They analyze the stunning primary results in New York, the deepening divide between moderates and the left, and what it all means heading into the next election cycle. Kander and Gupta also dive into Trump’s newest embarrassment, as the disas...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the mounting questions surrounding Trump’s Iran agreement, as administration officials offer conflicting explanations and struggle to explain what’s actually in the deal. They analyze Trump’s shifting rhetoric, J.D. Vance’s efforts to sell the agreement to skeptical audiences, and growing concerns that the administration is normalizing relations with Iran while claiming...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down Donald Trump’s latest political troubles as inflation climbs to its highest level in three years, undermining one of his biggest promises to voters. They analyze Trump’s worsening approval ratings on the economy, why rising prices are becoming a major liability for Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms, and what the latest polling reveals about voter frustration. Kander and Gupta ...