Gov. JB Pritzker on the Left’s Path Forward PodcastMarch 19, 2025 Gov. JB Pritzker on the Left’s Path Forward Gov. JB Pritzker (D-IL) discusses how Democrats can fight back against the Trump administration. Mar 19, 2025 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 6 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Zac Petkanas on Trump’s Disastrous Joint Address PodcastMarch 6, 2025 Zac Petkanas on Trump’s Disastrous Joint Address Zac Petkanas discusses President Donald Trump's joint address to Congress. Mar 6, 2025 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 6 More Mishka Espey, Kelly McCoy, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Eddie Glaude Jr. on Black History Month PodcastFebruary 27, 2025 Eddie Glaude Jr. on Black History Month Eddie Glaude Jr. discusses what “DEI” really means and ways to resist white supremacy and authoritarianism. Feb 27, 2025 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 6 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Michael Linden on the Harms of the MAGA Agenda PodcastFebruary 20, 2025 Michael Linden on the Harms of the MAGA Agenda Michael Linden discusses how the federal government's drastic cuts will hurt middle-class Americans. Feb 20, 2025 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 6 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Slava Leontyev on “Porcelain War” and Ukraine’s Strength PodcastFebruary 13, 2025 Slava Leontyev on “Porcelain War” and Ukraine’s Strength This week on “The Tent,” Slava Leontyev discusses his award-winning documentary and experiences during Ukraine’s war against Russia. Feb 13, 2025 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
CAP Action’s Allison McManus on Trump’s Imperialist Vision PodcastFebruary 6, 2025 CAP Action’s Allison McManus on Trump’s Imperialist Vision This week on “The Tent,” Allison McManus joins for a discussion on the dismantling of the U.S. Agency for International Development and Israeli Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu’s recent visit to Washington. Feb 6, 2025 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 3 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone
Ambassador Norm Eisen on January 6 and Protecting Democracy PodcastJanuary 10, 2025 Ambassador Norm Eisen on January 6 and Protecting Democracy Former Ambassador Norm Eisen joins the show for the four-year anniversary of the January 6 insurrection and discusses how to protect democracy. Jan 10, 2025 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Tony Carrk on Holding Trump Accountable in 2025 PodcastDecember 19, 2024 Tony Carrk on Holding Trump Accountable in 2025 Tony Carrk, executive director for Accountable.US, joins the show to discuss the incoming Trump administration, how progressives should pick their battles, and what holding power to account really looks like. Dec 19, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Mike Sozan on the Fight To Protect Democracy PodcastNovember 14, 2024 Mike Sozan on the Fight To Protect Democracy Mike Sozan discusses what a second Trump administration might mean for democracy and how progressives can push back. Nov 14, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Ari Berman on Minoritarianism and the 2024 Election PodcastNovember 8, 2024 Ari Berman on Minoritarianism and the 2024 Election Colin sits down with Ari Berman to discuss the minoritarianism of the MAGA movement and with CAP Action President Navin Nayak to discuss the results of the 2024 presidential election. Nov 8, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Robby Mook on the 2024 Election PodcastOctober 31, 2024 Robby Mook on the 2024 Election Former presidential campaign manager Robby Mook talks about the latest polling and the candidates' closing arguments in the 2024 election. Oct 31, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
5 Ways Donald Trump’s Plans Are Even More Extreme Than Project 2025 ReportOctober 31, 2024 5 Ways Donald Trump’s Plans Are Even More Extreme Than Project 2025 Donald Trump and JD Vance are trying to hide their connections to Project 2025 but are not running away from the playbook’s far-right policies. In fact, some of their proposals and statements are even more extreme than those advanced in Project 2025. Oct 31, 2024 Kelly McCoy, Will Ragland
Democracy Now—Theocracy Never ArticleOctober 25, 2024 Democracy Now—Theocracy Never Violent Christian nationalism is on the rise, and faith leaders can help stop it. Oct 25, 2024 Guthrie Graves-Fitzsimmons, Sydney Bryant, Shanthan Benjamin-Webb
Amanda Becker on the Fight for Abortion Rights PodcastSeptember 12, 2024 Amanda Becker on the Fight for Abortion Rights Amanda Becker, Washington correspondent at The 19th, joins the show to discuss her new book. Sep 12, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 7 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
State Rep. James Talarico on Project 2025 and Christian Nationalism PodcastSeptember 6, 2024 State Rep. James Talarico on Project 2025 and Christian Nationalism State Rep. James Talarico (D-TX) discusses Christian nationalism and the impact Project 2025 would have on democracy. Sep 6, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 7 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Michael Blake on the Democratic National Convention PodcastAugust 23, 2024 Michael Blake on the Democratic National Convention Former Democratic National Committee Vice Chair Michael Blake discusses the Democratic National Convention in Chicago and the 2024 presidential race. Aug 23, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 4 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Muggs Leone
Robert P. Jones on Christian Nationalism and Project 2025 PodcastAugust 8, 2024 Robert P. Jones on Christian Nationalism and Project 2025 Robert P. Jones joins "The Tent" to discuss the roots of Christian nationalism and Project 2025. Aug 8, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 3 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone
From Personnel to Policy: Project 2025 Is President Donald Trump’s Agenda ArticleAugust 1, 2024 From Personnel to Policy: Project 2025 Is President Donald Trump’s Agenda No matter how many times President Trump says otherwise, Project 2025 is inseparable from his associates and his plan for governance. Aug 1, 2024 Ryan Koronowski, Thomas Musgrave, Jessica Persano
Mike Podhorzer on the Election and Project 2025 PodcastAugust 1, 2024 Mike Podhorzer on the Election and Project 2025 Mike Podhorzer discusses the presidential race and Project 2025. Aug 1, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 7 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Former Sen. Doug Jones on Turning Down the Political Temperature PodcastJuly 18, 2024 Former Sen. Doug Jones on Turning Down the Political Temperature Doug Jones discusses the shooting at a rally for former President Donald Trump and lowering the political temperature. Jul 18, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 7 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Thomas Zimmer on Project 2025 PodcastJuly 11, 2024 Thomas Zimmer on Project 2025 Historian Thomas Zimmer discusses the radical authoritarian playbook called Project 2025. Jul 11, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 7 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
4 Ways Unions Make Our Economy and Democracy Stronger ArticleJuly 11, 2024 4 Ways Unions Make Our Economy and Democracy Stronger Unions raise wages for workers, reduce inequality, increase voter turnout, and advance middle-class interests; policymakers should make strengthening unions a top priority. Jul 11, 2024 the Center for American Progress Sachin Shiva
Chris Geidner on the Supreme Court PodcastJune 27, 2024 Chris Geidner on the Supreme Court Chris Geidner discusses recent and upcoming Supreme Court decisions and their impact on Americans' freedoms and rights. Jun 27, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 7 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Erin Reed on Pride and the Fight for Transgender Rights PodcastJune 14, 2024 Erin Reed on Pride and the Fight for Transgender Rights Journalist Erin Reed discusses the importance of Pride Month and the issues motivating LGBTQI+ voters. Jun 14, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 7 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Matthew Gossage, Hai-Lam Phan, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Sky Sitney on the Power of Documentary Films PodcastJune 6, 2024 Sky Sitney on the Power of Documentary Films Sky Sitney discusses why documentaries are such an important form of storytelling and what to expect from this year's DC/DOX festival. Jun 6, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Kelly McCoy, 7 More Erin Phillips, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
COUNTERPOINT: Trump’s Conviction Is an Important Victory for the Rule of Law In the NewsJune 6, 2024 COUNTERPOINT: Trump’s Conviction Is an Important Victory for the Rule of Law Mike Sozan explains the importance of Trump’s recent felony conviction and its potential ramifications for American democracy leading into the 2024 presidential election. Jun 6, 2024 Inside Sources Michael Sozan
Andy Kroll on MAGA Illiberalism and Project 2025 PodcastMay 30, 2024 Andy Kroll on MAGA Illiberalism and Project 2025 ProPublica reporter Andy Kroll talks about MAGA extremism in Michigan, Project 2025, and the impact the far right’s agenda could have on U.S. democracy. May 30, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Mark Joseph Stern on Trump, the Courts, and Accountability PodcastMay 23, 2024 Mark Joseph Stern on Trump, the Courts, and Accountability Mark Joseph Stern discusses former President Donald Trump’s hush money trial, the implications his legal cases have for American democracy, and upcoming U.S. Supreme Court decisions. May 23, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Andrea Nix Fine and Sean Fine on ‘The Sixth’ and Remembering the Insurrection PodcastMay 9, 2024 Andrea Nix Fine and Sean Fine on ‘The Sixth’ and Remembering the Insurrection Filmmakers Andrea Nix Fine and Sean Fine join the show to discuss their new documentary, “The Sixth,” and why stories from the January 6, 2021, attack on the nation’s capital must be told. May 9, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Olivia Mowry, Toni Pandolfo
Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Progressive Leadership PodcastMarch 21, 2024 Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan on Progressive Leadership Minnesota Lt. Gov. Peggy Flanagan talks about progressive wins in her state and the fight for reproductive rights and gun reforms. Mar 21, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 7 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Muggs Leone, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage, Hai-Lam Phan, Matthew Gossage
Opinion: Mark Robinson is a threat to public education in North Carolina In the NewsMarch 18, 2024 Opinion: Mark Robinson is a threat to public education in North Carolina Tabitha Arrowood, a single mother of two children, writes about the positive impact of public education on her life, as well as the threats to public education that she perceives from Mark Robinson, the state’s lieutenant governor. Mar 18, 2024 Cardinal & Pine Tabitha Arrowood
Rep. Jamie Raskin on Protecting Democracy PodcastFebruary 1, 2024 Rep. Jamie Raskin on Protecting Democracy U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) joins the show to discuss MAGA extremism, legal accountability for former President Donald Trump, and the need to protect American democracy. Feb 1, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey
Supreme Court Should Find That Donald Trump Is Disqualified From Holding Future Public Office ArticleFebruary 1, 2024 Supreme Court Should Find That Donald Trump Is Disqualified From Holding Future Public Office In Trump v. Anderson, the U.S. Supreme Court will consider the parameters of Section 3 of the 14th Amendment and determine whether Donald Trump is constitutionally disqualified from holding future public office. Feb 1, 2024 Michael Sozan, Devon Ombres
Joyce Vance on Accountability for January 6 PodcastJanuary 11, 2024 Joyce Vance on Accountability for January 6 This week on “The Tent,” Joyce Vance joins to discuss the three-year anniversary of the January 6 insurrection, Donald Trump's legal accountability, and U.S. democracy. Jan 11, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey
CAP Action’s Mike Sozan on the State of Democracy PodcastJanuary 4, 2024 CAP Action’s Mike Sozan on the State of Democracy This week on “The Tent,” CAP Action’s Mike Sozan joins for a conversation on the need to protect American democracy in 2024 and beyond. Jan 4, 2024 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 3 More Kelly McCoy, Mishka Espey, Michael Sozan
Rep. Andy Levin on the Labor Movement and MAGA Republican Disarray PodcastOctober 6, 2023 Rep. Andy Levin on the Labor Movement and MAGA Republican Disarray Former Rep. Andy Levin, a distinguished senior fellow at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss the historic removal of Rep. Kevin McCarthy as speaker of the House, the policy agenda of the far right, and the labor movement. Oct 6, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 3 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli, Mishka Espey
Point: Biden Impeachment Inquiry Is a Shameless Attempt at Political Retribution In the NewsSeptember 28, 2023 Point: Biden Impeachment Inquiry Is a Shameless Attempt at Political Retribution Tom Moore writes about the House impeachment inquiry into President Biden. Sep 28, 2023 DC Journal Tom Moore
Barbara McQuade on Justice and Accountability for January 6 PodcastSeptember 15, 2023 Barbara McQuade on Justice and Accountability for January 6 This week on “The Tent,” Barbara McQuade joins to discuss Donald Trump's legal jeopardy and U.S. democracy, and Daniella and Erin chat about the latest on Justice Clarence Thomas. Sep 15, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli
Maya Wiley on the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington PodcastAugust 24, 2023 Maya Wiley on the 60th Anniversary of the March on Washington Maya Wiley, president and CEO of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, joins the show. Aug 24, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 3 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli, Angelo Villagomez
The Tent: Kendra Cotton on Reaching New Voters PodcastAugust 3, 2023 The Tent: Kendra Cotton on Reaching New Voters New Georgia Project's Kendra Davenport Cotton joins Daniella to discuss the organization's work with marginalized voters, accountability and the 2020 elections, and the fight to protect voting rights. Aug 3, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli
The MAGA Scorecard: How House Republicans Vote With Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene ArticleJuly 27, 2023 The MAGA Scorecard: How House Republicans Vote With Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene The House Republicans’ voting record in the 118th Congress aligns closely with that of Rep. Marjorie Taylor Greene, revealing the hold of MAGA Republicanism on the House Republican Conference. Jul 27, 2023 Will Ragland, Eric Coffin-Gould
Sen. Debbie Stabenow on Making Government Work PodcastJuly 6, 2023 Sen. Debbie Stabenow on Making Government Work Sen. Debbie Stabenow (D-MI) joins Colin to discuss how Michigan is investing in workers, families, and voting rights and the Biden administration's economic agenda. Jul 6, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 3 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli, Jasmine Razeghi
Michael Waldman on the The Supermajority and the Supreme Court PodcastJune 29, 2023 Michael Waldman on the The Supermajority and the Supreme Court Michael Waldman joins "The Tent" to discuss his new book and the Supreme Court. Jun 29, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli
Dr. Alondra Nelson on the Future of Artificial Intelligence PodcastMay 11, 2023 Dr. Alondra Nelson on the Future of Artificial Intelligence Dr. Alondra Nelson joins the podcast to discuss what recent steps forward in artificial intelligence (AI) technology mean for all of us. May 11, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli
Jill Wine-Banks on MAGA Extremism and the Supreme Court PodcastMay 4, 2023 Jill Wine-Banks on MAGA Extremism and the Supreme Court Jill Wine-Banks joins Daniella to talk about upcoming Supreme Court decisions; the need for ethics reform in light of likely violations from MAGA justices; and Donald Trump's possible legal jeopardy. May 4, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli
Girl and the Gov’s Sammy Kanter and Maddie Medved on Engaging Young People in Politics PodcastMarch 31, 2023 Girl and the Gov’s Sammy Kanter and Maddie Medved on Engaging Young People in Politics This week, Sammy Kanter and Maddie Medved from Girl and the Gov join the podcast to discuss why so many young people are checked out of politics and how to get them plugged back in. Mar 31, 2023 Daniella Gibbs Léger, Colin Seeberger, Erin Phillips, 2 More Kelly McCoy, Sam Signorelli
‘The Tent’ Live! With Author Neil King Jr. Past EventMarch 30, 2023 ‘The Tent’ Live! With Author Neil King Jr. Join the Center for American Progress Action Fund for a live podcast recording of "The Tent" with Neil King Jr., author of the upcoming book American Ramble: A Walk of Memory and Renewal. Center for American Progress Action Fund Mar 30, 2023
What It’s Like to Be an LGBTQ+ High Schooler in DeSantis’s Florida In the NewsMarch 21, 2023 What It’s Like to Be an LGBTQ+ High Schooler in DeSantis’s Florida Florida high school student Cameron Driggers explains how Gov. Ron DeSantis’ (R-FL) policies affect LGBTQ+ students like him. He warns that a potential DeSantis presidency would bring extremist policies to Americans everywhere. Mar 21, 2023 the Advocate Cameron Driggers
Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice IssueNovember 1, 2021 Tackling Climate Change and Environmental Injustice We pursue climate action that meets the crisis’s urgency, creates good-quality jobs, benefits disadvantaged communities, and restores U.S. credibility on the global stage.
Restoring Social Trust in Democracy IssueNovember 1, 2021 Restoring Social Trust in Democracy Democracy is under attack at home and abroad. We must act to ensure it is accessible to all, accountable, and can serve as a force of good.