David Hogg on Electing Young Progressive Dems (Al Franken podcast)

We’re thrilled to welcome David Hogg to the podcast. Hogg is a co-founder of March For Our Lives and his PAC, Leaders We Deserve. He shares about how the tragedy in Parkland, FL launched him into the political fray.

Hogg notoriously served as a Vice Chair of the Democratic National Committee for a brief time. He tells us about some of the inner workings of the DNC and then what happened when shit hit the fan. He argues that too many long-serving Democrats in Congress are “asleep at the wheel” and believes that backing younger primary challengers is the solution.

We also lay out what kind of messaging Democrats need to focus on to win back young voters and improve their brand. Donald Trump and the Republicans are wildly unpopular, but the Democrats are often even less popular. The answer? Be the party who fights for affordable healthcare and lowering everyday costs. 

• LEARN more about David’s Political Action Committee: https://leaderswedeserve.com/

Interview: 

https://www.alfranken.com/listen/davidhogg251012

Union leaders’ exit from DNC exposes ‘mind-boggling’ tensions inside Democratic party

Responding to Weingarten and Saunders' concerns, Martin said: "The DNC and our partners are leading the fight against Trump's budget bill, investing unprecedented dollars into states so Democrats can win elections from the ground up, and reaching out to voters in working-class districts." 

Martin told the Guardian that he's trying hard to build bridges with the broader labor movement, and increase its role in the DNC and in the Democrats' efforts. "Winning back the working class and stopping Trump's budget bill isn't a political goal, it's personal," he said. "Labor runs through my family's veins."…

https://www.theguardian.com/us-news/2025/jun/25/dnc-union-leaders-democratic-party

 

Weekly Roundup: Joy, Solidarity, and Family – The Revamped Democratic Party (Bradley Onishi and Daniel Miller; Straight White American Jesus podcast)

Brad and Dan are back! They delve into the significant themes and key moments from the Democratic National Convention. They highlight the sense of joy and solidarity portrayed, contrasting it with the fear-driven politics often seen at the RNC. 

The hosts discuss the refreshing models of masculinity and labor representation, exemplified by figures like Tim Walz and Shawn Fain. Brad emphasizes the powerful, emotional moments that underscore the importance of collective effort and mutual support in American life. The episode also touches on the criticisms around the exclusion of Palestinian voices and the uncommitted movement from the event, highlighting the ongoing challenges and areas for growth within the democratic coalition.

00:00 Introduction and Political Commentary 

01:09 Democratic National Convention Highlights 

02:00 Hosts Reunite and Catch Up
03:39 Discussion on Masculinity and Friendship
04:15 Analyzing the DNC’s Impact
05:51 Kamala Harris and Democratic Strategy
08:02 Joy vs. Fear in Politics 

19:48 Michelle Obama’s Powerful Speech
25:03 Weirdness in Political Discourse
29:27 Critiquing the ‘Weird’ Label in Politics
33:17 Understanding Masculinity in Modern Politics
35:08 Contrasting Visions of Masculinity
39:48 Labor and Solidarity in American Politics
50:45 Reflections on Family and Love
01:01:41 Concluding Thoughts and Upcoming Events

Interview: 

https://www.straightwhiteamericanjesus.com/episodes/weekly-roundup-joy-solidarity-and-family-the-revamped-democratic-party/

Molly Jong-Fast and Mark Leibovich on The Democratic Convention (Al Franken podcast)

We’re joined once again by Mark Leibovich from The Atlantic and Molly Jong-Fast, host of the Fast Politics Podcast! The Democrats just wrapped up their National Convention and nominated Kamala Harris to be the nominee for President. Can she carry this momentum all the way to Election Day? Meanwhile, Republicans were caught flat-footed when Joe Biden dropped out and Donald Trump is spiraling out of control. There’s still a long way to go before Election Day!

• Read Mark’s writing in The Atlantic. 
• Watch Molly’s YouTube video on the dangers of Project 2025.

Interview: 

https://www.alfranken.com/listen/molly-jong-fast-and-mark-leibovich-on-the-democratic-convention

Nowhere Close to Finished (Allison Gill and Pete Strzok; Cleanup on Aisle 45 podcast episode #187)

This week: 

• Democratic National Convention is going on in Chicago; 
• Trump tries to get Judge Merchan off of the Manhattan case prior to sentencing; 
• Lin Wood is found liable for defamation against his former partners; 
• Mark Meadows is trying to move his Arizona case to federal court; 
• the FBI serves a search warrant on Demetri Simes; and 
• NYC Mayor Eric Adams has been subpoenaed.

Interview: 

https://www.podbean.com/ew/dir-bj7ib-2071f849

The DNC and Evangelicals for Harris (Hemant Mehta and Jessica Bluemke, The Friendly Atheist podast #545)

— The Democratic National Convention held a panel on the threat of Christian Nationalism. (0:30)

— Even Oklahoma Republicans are getting fed up with Ryan Walters. (19:55)

— Conservative Christians can’t handle the potential impact of “Evangelicals for Harris.” (43:48)

— Brother of Christian “prophet” Jeremiah Johnson blows the whistle on his lies. (1:00:15)

— A Florida man wants to force prayer in every South Dakota school. Step one is complete. (1:13:05)
Interview: 

https://friendlyatheistpodcast.com/2024/08/23/the-dnc-and-evangelicals-for-harris/