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Barr Testifies, Impeachment and Ben on Morning Joe? May 01, 2019

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Ben and Jay talk about Wiliam Barr and his testimony before the Senate Judiciary Committee, as well as the Democrats next move as they contemplate impeachment, the political culture and the guest appearance that Ben makes on Morning Joe...sort of.

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Trump, The Mueller Report and Faith with David French Apr 23, 2019

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Jay and Ben welcome to the show, Senior Writer at National Review, David French. The gang starts talking about the Mueller report but pivot into a general discussion about Trump and why his supporters support him as strongly as they do. They also get into issues of faith and how that relates to the President.

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Follow Andrea on Twitter and check out The Right Side Podcast she does with Kimberly Ross and also sign up for the Arc Digital Newsletter that features great stories from Arc Digital.

Special Guest: David French.

Talking Mayor Peter, Bernie, Chick Flicks and Game of Thrones Apr 17, 2019

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Jay, Ben and Andrea talk about Pete Buttigieg and his official entry into the 2020 Democratic presidential primary. They also talk about Bernie Sanders and his chances of getting the nomination and his briliant move of going on Fox News. They also talk about the Netflix Twitter account complaining about "chick flicks" and also have a discussion about Game of Thrones that does not include any spoilers!

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The Fifth Estate now has premium content. The latest is a 30 minute interview with historian Jay Cost where he talks about the 2020 election and has some very interesting things to say about NeverTrump. It's just $3.99 a month and you can use your favorite podcast app! No commitments. You can cancel at any time.

Follow Jay on Twitter and sign up to receive his free weekly newsletter, The Monday Notice.

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Jay Cost on How To Bring Back The Strength of Political Parties Apr 11, 2019

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While Ben is recuperating, Jay and Andrea talk with AEI's Jay Cost about political parties, why they are weaker, have less ability to control members and what can be done about it. Jay and Andrea also discuss the latest with the Russia investigation and the overhaul Trump is making at DHS.

This is also the first week there is premium content. The discussion with Jay Cost continues where he discusses his outlook for the 2020 election and has some very interesting things to say about the Never Trump movement. The best part is, if you sign up, you'll be able to listen in the same podcast app! Just go the Supporting Cast site and sign up in seconds!

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Special Guest: Jay Cost.

Mueller Report, Biden's #MeToo Problem and Party Political Power Apr 03, 2019

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Ben, Jay and Andrea have an in depth discussion about various topics including the Mueller Report, Joe Biden's #MeToo problem and engage in a back and forth about whether or not would be good for parties to regain some power over their members. Additionally, they also discuss the subsciption model for news and some ideas on how to make it better.

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A Political Movement Fueled by Isolation and Alienation with Tim Carney Mar 26, 2019

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Tim Carney, commentary editor of the Washington Examiner talks with Ben and Jay about his new book, Alienated America: Why Some Places Thrive While Others Collapse. In the book he explores how Trump's election was fueled in part by a portion of America that feels alienated and isolated. They also discuss the Mueller report. Plus, there's Andrea Ruth with the news!

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Special Guest: Tim Carney.

Social Media, Culture and Beto's Wokeness with Christine Rosen Mar 20, 2019

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In this episode, Christine Rosen from Commentary Magazine joins the crew to talk about social media, it's effect on politics and culture and the some talk about the backlash Beto O'Rourke received for not being sufficiently woke.

Christine has a piece at Commentary about Beto's run-in with feminists.

Also, the news with Andrea Ruth. Read the stories about dogs in Florida Stacey Abrams. , and snowplow parents.

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Special Guest: Christine Rosen.

Episode 91: The Battle of Never Trump With Tom Nichols Mar 13, 2019

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Can one be Never Trump while still acknowledging he's done something good? Is one an "enabler" if they vote with Trump or approve of something Trump does, despite the label of Never Trump? That's the question tackled on this episode. Jay and Ben are joined by Naval War College professor Tom Nichols to take that on and try to find out if there is a middle ground. Also, the news with Andrea Ruth!

Special Guest: Tom Nichols.

Episode 90: CPAC Is Different, Anti-Semitism and Mad About You Rebooted Mar 11, 2019

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Jay and Ben talk about CPAC and how it’s changed over the years. They also talk about the Democratic Party and how they seem to be diminishing anti-Semitism within their own ranks. Also, the news brought about a long discussion about television/movie reboots as Paul Reiser and Helen Hunt will reprise their roles in the sitcom, ‘Mad About You.’ (The old years??)

Plus, the news with Andrea Ruth.

Enjoy!

Episode 89: Trump Meets Kim, Cohen Meets Congress, and Ugh….CPAC Feb 27, 2019

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A day later brings more up to date content! Jay and Ben talk about two big events – The Trump/Kim summit in Vietnam and how critics and defenders see it. Also, Michael Cohen testified before a House panel and it was a crapfest. Also, the MAGACPAC is this week and the gang picks who will give the craziest speech.

Plus, the news with Andrea Ruth.

Enjoy!

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