Fresh off a trip to a Midwestern battleground, Joe pumps the brakes on the "turnout doesn't win anymore" narrative. Who might surprise this year? What matters most in midterms? And why don't more candidates run as Independents? Joe and Alex peel back the curtain on the realities many candidates face. And now that we are seeing the short-term impacts of Trump's Iran boondoggle, what are the long term effects going to look like for Americans?
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What's going on in Iran isn't the only reason MAGA has a mutiny on their hands. What one number does Alex think is the worst one he's seen for Trump in a while? And how fired is Kristi Noem? Very, as it turns out. How about Tuesday's primaries? Joe and Alex look at Texas and why one side ought to feel much better than the other...
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The only State of the Union reactions that matter... and they aren't ours! What the data says - and why Alex thinks the vibes are irreparable at this point. If you're a Republican running for office this year, you've got a BIG problem. Trippi explains why. And with Trump looking more like a very large cornered orange rat, why Joe thinks he's going to intensify his efforts to steal 2026. And why you should be very, very concerned about the recent AI news... what can we do about "Agents of Chaos?" Read the white paper Joe and Alex discuss here: https://arxiv.org/abs/2602.20021
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Rest in peace to a true civil rights pioneer, Jesse Jackson. Joe explains why his impact on Democratic politics - and the country - is so lasting. Which Presidents owe their elections to Jesse Jackson? And what lessons can we take from how he reshaped the party in the 80s and 90s that apply to 2028? Plus - Prince Andrew got arrested, but Howard Lutnick's closer to Trump than ever. Why we aren't shocked. What's going on with Iran? And isn't it just terrible strategy to announce you're bombing someone before you do it? 
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When politics feels broken, polarized, and paralyzed, what’s the real solution?

In this episode of That Trippi Show, Joe Trippi sits down with Nicholas Gruen to discuss an idea that could fundamentally reshape American democracy: citizens’ assemblies chosen by democratic sortition — randomly selected Americans serving in a permanent civic body, similar to a jury.

Could a “Citizen’s House” reduce polarization, weaken special interests, and restore trust in government? From the Michigan Independent Citizens Redistricting Commission to the “America in One Room” experiment, this episode explores the evidence behind a model that may calm the chaos of modern politics.

If Washington can’t fix itself, can the people?
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Why Pam Bondi's crashout is indicative of much deeper rot in the Trump White House - and why yelling about the Dow on the Hill isn't changing anything for Trump. He's mentioned in the Epstein files over... checks notes... a MILLION times! And how far is Trump willing to go to steal the election? And are we ready to fight back? Why Joe is less concerned about the state of the Democratic Party than some might believe. It's not about a blue wave anymore. It's a change wave. 
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Nationalizing elections? Sending ICE to polling locations? Why Joe and Alex know this shouldn't be a surprise to anyone. This was always their plan. Why it's not just on Democrats in Congress to stop them. Also, with the latest Epstein revelations - why is the crypto community suddenly reeling? And with all the digital noise and doomscrolling, what's our way out?
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Peter Ormerod, author of "David Bowie and the Search for Life, Death and God," joins Joe and Alex for a special guest episode to discuss his new book and all things Bowie, his spirituality, and how it affected his music. As Peter writes, "We cannot know if Bowie ever found this God. But we do know that in searching for God, Bowie made art that shook the world and changed lives". Count Trippi among them - and listen to find out why.

Check out the book and get your copy here: https://www.amazon.com/David-Bowie-Search-Life-Death/dp/1399422820
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ICE has gone haywire - why Trump has lost the plot and the American people on this one. Joe and Alex explain why we can't fall for the distractions. And what are we, the people, supposed to do about it? Joe's message for the midterms? How do we keep a cohesive message when Trump's throwing all of this at us? Remember: It's not a blue wave. It's a change wave. Listen to Bruce Springsteen's "Streets of Minneapolis" here: https://youtu.be/wWKSoxG1K7w
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No, we're not suggesting that after Greenland (Iceland?), the moon is next. But maybe. No - it's because Trump's week from hell is quickly turning into a year from hell. He might be doing everything he wants, but the American people HATE it. Hate hate hate it. Loathe it entirely. His coalition from 2024 is gone. It's worse for him than 2020. Why? Joe and Alex get into it. How do we balance his worst issue (yes, it's still Epstein) with all the rest? Joe has a theory...
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Special guest Zahra Amanpour joins Joe and Alex to talk about the latest with Iran. How did we get to where we are today - with violent protests and the collapse of the currency - and reports of thousands killed by the regime? How is organizing a resistance even possible when a brutal dictatorship shuts down the Internet and cracks down so violently? What role are women and young people playing, leading the charge for change? What can America do? And what does a free future look like for Iran?
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What's really behind Trump's obsession with Venezuela? Is Greenland really next? And what does Joe think Trump's next January 6th will look like? (And believe us, it's coming...). Plus: Why Mike Johnson's dwindling House majority means the speaker's gavel might be changing sooner than many think...
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Joe and Alex close out 2026 with three predictions: What are they sure about? What do they feel pretty good about? And what's a bold prediction for 2026? Turns out it may not be so bold after all if you look under the hood. One more set of numbers should have us all feeling the momentum headed into the New Year - but it's all about doing the work. Happy New Year, everyone!  
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In our last show before Christmas, Joe and Alex break down, one final time, who's been naughty and nice this year. Why are we hopeful for 2026? Who are the humbugs Trippi thinks needs to work extra hard to avoid coal on 2026? And what were the best gifts of the year? Happy holidays to all. 
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Joe made waves a few weeks ago when he suggested Democrats could win 258 seats next year. For real? For real, for real. Joe explains how the numbers show that while it might not be 258 - everywhere could be in play. And Alex shows how bad the economic numbers have gotten - again - with a new Marist poll explaining a lot. And why does Susie Wiles' bashing Trump in Vanity Fair matter? What does it mean? Get ready for a huge 2026, folks. 
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Trump is desperately trying to get you to not think about your prices being higher. Why this lie is so much harder to believe than all the others - and Joe explains why the numbers keep getting worse for Trump. His "weave" ain't working this time, folks.  And why is this week's Supreme Court ruling so scary - now that Trump can fire "independent" federal regulators? And what's the most corrupt thing that's happened this year? Why Joe thinks it's so much more than the crypto thing...
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Look, we're not saying the Democrats will win 258 House seats... but if the math keeps up like it has been, it's not... totally out of the question? Joe explains why the Tennessee math and recent national polling is even more bad news for MAGA. And speaking of bad news, what do Joe and Alex think is the worst scandal of the year? What about the biggest win? And what shouldn't be a thing (but is?)
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Is Donald Trump a lame duck? Reed Galen joins Joe Trippi to discuss what that could mean for the GOP and whether other Republican members of Congress will follow Marjorie Taylor Greene’s footsteps and resign. How will Democrats take advantage amidst the chaos? Reed breaks down the two types of people in the Trump Administration: the incompetent and the evil. What should we keep our eyes on going into 2026, and how should Democrats appeal to Republican voters going into the midterms?Follow Reed’s substack at https://reedgalen.substack.com/
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Is technology moving faster than we can evolve? Joe Costello joins Joe Trippi today to discuss how technology has impacted our politics and how it will continue to impact our world. Joe Costello breaks down how to find a more connected political landscape in 2026 - and how ev...

How bad are things for the Republican Party, and are Democrats taking advantage? Trygve Olson joins Joe Trippi today to discuss how the Epstein files are impacting polls, especially with independents. Why does Trgyve think the public is being gaslit by Trump, especially aging adults. Then, Joe and Trygve break down how AI is impacting entry-level jobs - and how you can use AI to empower yourself. Do the downsides outweigh the upsides?

Follow Trygve’s Substack at https://substack.com/@trygveolson
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Writer Tim Wu joins Joe and Alex to discuss the "Age of Extraction" - how Big Tech seems intent on sucking as much out of you as possible. How do we break the cycle - and get back to an Internet where everyone can thrive? Where do Joe and Tim think the future of tech is going - and how will it impact our politics? Turns out you have more power than you think. 

Read "The Age of Extraction" here: https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/691177/the-age-of-extraction-by-tim-wu/
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Why Tuesday wasn't just a blowout for Democrats - it's rocket fuel for 2026. Senator Doug Jones joins Joe and Alex to discuss big wins in Virginia, New Jersey, California - and don't forget about Georgia and Mississippi. Why Doug thinks Georgia and Mississippi are a bigger deal than most folks realize. And Joe and Alex dive into the numbers - why Tuesday night was a clear sign that most of Trump's gains in 2024 were a mirage - and why Republicans ought to be very worried headed into 2026.

Follow Doug's Substack at https://senatordougjones.substack.com/.
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Three gigantic postmortems came out this week - why did Democrats lose in 2024? Joe and Alex break down the highlights - and what really matters going into 2026. The most important thing we have to fix - and fix now. What one force matters most when moving an entire party in one direction? And why is the Republican Party so vulnerable to authoritarianism? Read the SVF report Joe's talking about here: https://medium.com/@scottandersonsvf/how-democrats-can-win-again-9d1cbaffcc19
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Why Trump destroying the East Wing is the enduring image of his presidency. How did Joe and Alex think No Kings went? What's next? And Alex digs into the numbers - why things keep getting worse for Trump on the economy. But what number did Joe see today that has him excited about 2026? 
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Yeah, we've heard all the noise about how Democrats don't have a plan. But Joe and Alex have the numbers - why is the shutdown working right now? When you hear how many Americans don't want Democrats to compromise on health care - and how many want Trump to cave - you might be surprised. And what gigantic number shows just how in trouble MAGA is on the economy? Turns out, keeping Congress home to duck the Epstein list is already starting to bite Trump and MAGA... and don't forget, go protest this weekend.

Go check out http://nokings.org/ to find a protest in your neighborhood. This is our chance.
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How do we stop what amounts to a coup from Big Tech from destroying our democracy? Author Marietje Schaake joins Joe and Alex to explain how we got to a place where tech oligarchs aren't just selling services to the government - they're running it. What can we do? How do we take back control of technology when Big Tech is wealthier than most governments? And is there a way out? Get your copy of "The Tech Coup" here: http://bit.ly/4gZnMZ2 Use code #COUP30 for 30% off.
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What do we make of the shutdown? Is it performative for the MAGA cult? (Yes). History and civics teacher Jayne Converse joins Joe and Alex (in our first live video pod) to discuss what happens when autocrats feel like they're losing their grip on power. Hint: It's happening right in front of us. Is Trump's "Full Force" moment really the turning point for the Trump regime? And while we have to win next year- Jayne walks Joe and Alex through a scary autocratic project happening right under our noses, every day. Want to hear more from Jayne? Check out her Substack: https://substack.com/@conversediscourse101
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What a week. Joe gets into what Jimmy Kimmel's suspension - and his triumphant return - really means. What can we learn? And more importantly, what can we DO? And yeah, Trump's going after Tylenol now. How does Joe see this ending? Plus, Joe and Alex get to a bunch of your questions - what's with Trump's Ukraine flip flop? Is it game on for 2026 as of now? And check out the new podcast "Is it bad for the economy?" at http://isitbadfortheeconomy.com/.
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Texas State Rep and US Senate candidate James Talarico joins Joe and Alex to discuss a new path forward for Democrats - and how he talks about the issues differently. Why does he think love is the most important word in the English language - and how do we heal a divided country without folding on the issues we care about? How do we win on issues like immigration and crime? And, how do we crack the nut that is winning in Texas? Check out James's website at jamestalarico.com to learn more and support his campaign.
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Congressman Tom Suozzi joins Joe and Alex to discuss the path forward for Democrats. What four factors does he diagnose as contributing to division in America? From social media to cable television - why is the Democratic brand in trouble? How do Democrats define themselves - and do it in a way that breaks through with everyday people? And as we look ahead to the next round of elections - what should our common goal be? And in what may be a first for the show, what new policy does Congressman Suozzi think could bring us closer together as a nation?
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