Pod Save America
Episodes
A Unified Theory of Trumpism
Abolish Bad Tweets
Phones and Blame Fly at the DNC
The hosts analyze the DNC’s new 2028 primary calendar, which prioritizes South Carolina and includes Nevada, New Mexico, Michigan, and Virginia,…
The Search for an Exciting Moderate
Jon Favreau interviews Matt Iglesias, who argues that the Democratic Party must embrace center-left moderation to win in 2028.
Trump's Wars Are Bankrupting America
Pod Save America analyzes how Trump’s escalating war with Iran and new tariffs are hurting his party in fresh midterm polling.
The Primaries Will Continue Until Morale Improves
Pod Save America discusses the ongoing conflict with Iran, highlighting Pentagon cover-ups of American casualties and Trump’s contradictory claims of victory.
The Democratic Party's Civil War
Dan Pfeiffer interviews Amanda Litman of Run for Something to analyze the Democratic Party’s internal conflicts ahead of the 2026 midterms.
Trump's Explosive Diarrhea of the Mouth
Jon Favreau and Dan Pfeiffer dissect Donald Trump’s rambling primetime address on recycled election conspiracies, noting the lack of new evidence and the political damage to Republicans.
Trump Honors Dead Friend, Restarts War
Jon Favreau returns to discuss the collapse of the Iran ceasefire, Trump’s proposal to control the Strait of Hormuz, and the NDAA vote.
Can Soccer Save the World?
Tommy Vitor interviews soccer legend Gary Lineker about the 2026 FIFA World Cup, discussing the tournament’s joyous atmosphere despite pre-event political anxieties.
The Race to Replace Graham Platner
Dan Pfeiffer and Alex Wagner discuss Graham Plattner’s withdrawal from the Maine Senate race amid rape allegations and his subsequent conspiracy-laden exit video.
Trump Works the FIFA Refs
The hosts discuss Donald Trump’s intervention in a World Cup ruling, his upcoming NATO summit in Turkey, and growing European skepticism of US leadership.
Trump’s 4th Threesome
Jon Favreau and Dan Pfeiffer mock Trump’s self-centered America 250 celebrations, including an AI Teddy Roosevelt encounter, and condemn his $2.
Trump Held a Fair And (Almost) No One Came
The hosts analyze major Supreme Court rulings on mail-in voting and presidential firing power, alongside Trump’s failed attempt to veto a bipartisan housing bill.
The MAGA Supreme Court's Assault on America
Dan Pfeiffer and legal scholar Leah Litman analyze recent Supreme Court rulings, including decisions on Haitian TPS rescission and asylum access, alongside a 7-2 ruling on Monsanto liability.
Trump Sabotages Trump Agenda
Jon Favreau and Dan Pfeiffer discuss Trump’s sabotage of a bipartisan housing bill to push the failed SAVE Act, sparking GOP infighting.
Pool Me Twice, Shame On You
Pod Save America analyzes the fragile US-Iran peace deal, criticizing J.
Heather Cox Richardson on Trump’s 250th Celebrations
Historian Heather Cox Richardson joins Alex Wagner to critique Trump’s self-aggrandizing 250th-anniversary plans, contrasting them with true democratic legacy.
LIVE(ish) from the Obama Presidential Center
Hosts Jon Favreau, Dan Pfeiffer, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vitor discuss their visit to the newly opened Obama Presidential Center in Chicago.
LIVE(ish) from the Obama Presidential Center
The hosts tour the newly opened Obama Presidential Center in Chicago, reflecting on its mission to inspire civic engagement rather than just evoke nostalgia.
80-Year-Old Man Loses War
The hosts analyze a U.
80-Year-Old Man Loses War
The hosts analyze a US-Iran ceasefire memo, arguing it fails Trump’s war goals and leaves nuclear issues unresolved while damaging Israel’s security.
David Sedaris is Mostly Bark, Some Bite
John Lovett interviews writer David Sedaris about his new essay collection, discussing his father’s Trump support, the evolution of LGBTQ+ terminology, and his views on "punching down.
Cage Match Inside the White House
Jon Favreau and Alex Wagner discuss Trump’s recurring false claims of an imminent Iran deal, his bizarre admission that he “loves” inflation, and internal White House chaos.
TRUMP CURSES KNICKS
The hosts analyze escalating Middle East tensions, highlighting the rift between Trump and Netanyahu as Israel strikes Iran despite U.
The Splintering MAGA Media Rage Machine
Tommy Vitor and Will Sommer analyze the fracturing MAGA media landscape, focusing on the rise of conspiracy theorist Candace Owens and the shifting influence of Tucker Carlson.
The Splintering MAGA Media Rage Machine
Tommy Vitor and Will Sommer analyze the fracturing MAGA media landscape, focusing on the rise of conspiracy theorists like Candace Owens and the shifting influence of Tucker Carlson.
The Splintering MAGA Media Rage Machine
Tommy Vitor and Will Sommer analyze the fracturing MAGA media landscape, focusing on the rise of conspiracy theorist Candace Owens and Tucker Carlson’s pivot toward isolationism.
Trump's Versailles on the Potomac
Jon Favreau and Alex Wagner discuss Republicans blocking an amendment to kill the January 6 slush fund and Trump’s vanity projects.
Trump and Pod Save America Agree: JD Is Lame
The hosts discuss Trump’s apparent retreat from his $1.
Trump and Pod Save America Agree: JD Is Lame
The hosts discuss Trump abandoning his $1.
What Does it Mean to Be an American?
Jon Favreau interviews Ben Rhodes about his new book, *All We Say*, which traces American identity through 15 pivotal speeches.
What Does it Mean to Be an American?
Jon Favreau interviews Ben Rhodes about his book, *All We Say*, which traces American identity through 15 pivotal speeches.
Is It Gay to Flip Texas?
Pod Save America hosts Jon Favreau and Dan Pfeiffer critique a superficial U.
Is It Gay to Flip Texas?
Pod Save America analyzes a fragile U.
50 Shades of Legal Gray
Alex Wagner and guest Norma Eisen discuss the Trump administration’s $1.
50 Shades of Legal Gray
Alex Wagner and guest Norm Eisen discuss the Trump administration’s $1.
Trump's Revenge Leads to Republican Revolt
Jon Favreau and Dan Pfeiffer discuss how Donald Trump’s demands for a ballroom and an insurrectionist slush fund are causing Republican revolt,…
Trump's Revenge Leads to Republican Revolt
Jon Favreau and Dan Pfeiffer discuss how Donald Trump’s demands for a $1 billion ballroom and an insurrectionist slush fund are causing Republican revolt in the Senate.
The Bruised Hand in the Cookie Jar
The hosts analyze a New York Times poll showing Democrats leading by 11 points in the midterms, highlighting Trump’s record-low approval and voter dissatisfaction with the economy.
The Bruised Hand in the Cookie Jar
Pod Save America analyzes a new NYT poll showing an 11-point Democratic lead in midterms and Trump’s record-low approval.
Which Democrats Have What It Takes to Win the White House?
Dan Pfeiffer and David Axelrod analyze the 2028 midterm landscape, discussing the anti-establishment upset in Maine and the competitive Texas Senate race featuring James Tallarico.
Which Democrats Have What It Takes to Win the White House?
Dan Pfeiffer and David Axelrod analyze the midterm landscape, discussing the impact of Supreme Court rulings on redistricting and Democratic strategies for the House and Senate.
Trump Admits He's for He/Him, Not You
Jon Favreau and Dan Pfeiffer analyze Trump’s gaffe about ignoring Americans’ financial struggles and his potential $1.
AOC vs. Bezos
The hosts discuss Trump’s failed Iran ceasefire, his absurd proposal to make Venezuela the 51st state, and his upcoming trip to China with Elon Musk.
Will Raphael Warnock Hear the Call?
Senator Raphael Warnock discusses his new book, the Supreme Court’s erosion of voting rights, and the moral crisis in American politics.
Will Raphael Warnock Hear the Call?
Senator Raphael Warnock discusses his new book, the Supreme Court’s erosion of voting rights, and the moral crisis in American politics.
It's One Ballroom, Donald, How Much Could It Cost?
The hosts analyze the chaotic US-Iran conflict, criticizing Trump’s handling of the war and its economic fallout.
It's One Ballroom, Donald, How Much Could It Cost?
The hosts analyze the chaotic US-Iran conflict, criticizing Trump’s handling of the war and rising gas prices.
Trump Is Falling. Are Democrats Rising?
The hosts analyze the escalating Iran conflict, soaring gas prices, and Spirit Airlines' collapse, criticizing Trump’s handling of the crisis.