America, Actually with Astead Herndon
Episodes
What Democrats don’t get
In this bonus episode, host Astead Herndon interviews Sarah Longwell, publisher of The Bulwark and author of *How to Eat an Elephant*, about her…
The AI election
Will Lawrence, a former activist turned Michigan congressional candidate, discusses his campaign’s focus on AI and data centers, arguing that local…
Israel, Trump, and the media
Mehdi Hassan discusses Trump’s press ban and the mainstream media’s credibility crisis, arguing that outlets have failed to show solidarity against administration attacks.
Latino voters swing back
This episode examines the dramatic shift in Latino voter support away from Donald Trump, driven by economic struggles, immigration enforcement, and broken promises.
Your midterms study guide
Host Astead Herndon presents a midterm election study guide, covering Trump’s declining approval ratings, the Democratic Party’s internal identity…
Florida’s progressive test
Representative Angie Nixon discusses her underdog primary victory in Florida, attributing it to grassroots organizing and a broad coalition that transcends traditional labels.
The politics of Gen Z
Host Astead Herndon and Gen Z researcher Rachel Janaza analyze the political independence and deep institutional distrust of young Americans.
Is MAGA still electable?
Host Astead Herndon interviews C.