Still Counting: Trump vs. The BLUE WAVE: A Midterm Extravaganza
Summary
In the debut episode of *Still Counting*, Nate Silver, Claire Malone, and Galen Drew analyze the 2026 midterm election landscape using their new model, Flipper. The hosts discuss the 50/50 Senate forecast and the 83% probability of a Democratic House majority, attributing shifts to likely voter polling and Republican enthusiasm. They play a game analyzing competitive Senate races in North Carolina, Michigan, and Iowa, debating candidate viability and the impact of progressive platforms on voter turnout.
Topics discussed
Introduction to the Still Counting podcast series
Sponsored segment for OxyClean stain remover
Sponsored segment for ChatGPT for Business
Host introductions and episode overview
Host backgrounds and professional histories
Call to action for subscriptions and reviews
Analysis of Senate forecast and model adjustments
Introduction of the competitive races game
Discussion on candidate ads and political tone
Analysis of the North Carolina Senate race
Deep dive into the Michigan Senate race dynamics
Brief mention of the Iowa Senate race
Closing remarks and subscription reminder
Sponsored segment for JOY baby gear
Sponsored segment for ChatGPT Work
Sponsored segment for Midas tire services
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