The Tent

Karen Finney joins the show to discuss Super Tuesday primary results, President Joe Biden’s State of the Union address, and what it all means for the 2024 election. Daniella and Colin also talk about the U.S. Supreme Court’s recent ruling on the 14th Amendment and presidential disqualification, as well as MAGA extremists’ attacks on reproductive health care, including IVF treatment.

United Auto Workers Region 2B Director David Green joins the show to talk about the Trump and Biden administrations' approaches to labor and the closure of an auto plant in Ohio under former President Trump. Daniella also revisits a November 2023 interview with CAP Action’s Brendan Duke on the need to fund the government.

Devon Gray joins the show to discuss the fight against poverty and how to grow the middle class. Colin and Daniella also talk about Alexei Navalny's death and the state of reproductive rights in the U.S. with the Center for American Progress Action Fund's Maggie Jo Buchanan.

Max Bergmann joins the show to discuss the second anniversary of the war in Ukraine, the need to pass defense aid for Ukraine and other allies, and NATO’s critical role in countering Russian aggression. Daniella and Colin also talk about former President Donald Trump's efforts to pause his 2020 election case and special counsel Robert Hur’s report on President Joe Biden.

Preston Mitchum joins the show to discuss Black History Month, intersectional advocacy, and the importance of representation in entertainment. Colin and Daniella also talk about President Joe Biden’s efforts to relieve student debt and are joined by Allison McManus, managing director for National Security and International Policy at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, for a conversation on the growing conflict in the Middle East.

U.S. Rep. Jamie Raskin (D-MD) joins the show to discuss MAGA extremism, legal accountability for former President Donald Trump, and the need to protect American democracy. Daniella and Colin also talk about immigration negotiations and the good news about the U.S. economy.

Jennifer Palmieri joins the show to talk about the New Hampshire primaries, the state of the 2024 race, and the issues that will matter on the campaign trail. Daniella and Colin also discuss former President Donald Trump and the 51st anniversary of Roe v. Wade.

Filmmaker Melinda Maerker joins the show to talk about her new Hulu documentary, “We Live Here” and LGBTQI+ rights in the Midwest. Colin and lead producer Erin also discuss the Iowa caucuses and hear from Devon Ombres, Senior Director of Courts and Legal Policy at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, about two Supreme Court cases that could undermine the basic functions of government.

Joyce Vance joins the show to discuss the three-year anniversary of the January 6th insurrection, legal accountability for Donald Trump and his allies, and how to combat growing political violence and threats to democracy. Daniella and Colin also talk about the potential new government funding deal and record job growth in 2023.

Mike Sozan, Senior Fellow at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss how to protect American democracy and the steps some states have taken to remove former President Trump from their ballots. Daniella and Colin also discuss MAGA Republican threats to shut down the government and progressive policies going into effect this year.

Christina Reynolds, Senior Vice President of Communications and Content at EMILYs List, joins the show to discuss the state of abortion, the Supreme Court, and the impact that reproductive rights could have in 2024.  Daniella and Colin also talk about their favorite moments on the pod this year.

Rep. Jasmine Crockett (D-TX) joins the show to discuss MAGA extremism, attacks on voting and abortion rights, and the progressive movement. Daniella and Colin also talk about former House Speaker Kevin McCarthy’s (R-CA) resignation and the state of the economy.

Megan Shahi, Director of Technology Policy at CAP Action, joins the show to discuss how social media and artificial intelligence could impact the 2024 elections, and what tech companies and policymakers can do to combat misinformation. Daniella and Colin also talk about COP28 with CAP Action’s Frances Colón, and Donald Trump’s extreme policy proposals.

Rep. Maxwell Frost (D-FL) joins the show to discuss MAGA extremism, progressive policymaking, and energizing young voters heading into 2024. Daniella and Colin also talk about the state of the economy and the need for Congress to pass the Biden administration's supplemental aid request.

Allison McManus, Senior Director for National Security and International Policy at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss a new temporary ceasefire deal between Israel and Hamas, the implications for the region, and the U.S. response to the conflict.  Daniella and Colin also talk about a recent House ethics report on Rep. George Santos (R-NY) and an 8th Circuit ruling that could gut the Voting Rights Act.

Brendan Duke, Senior Director of Economic Policy at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss government funding, MAGA Republican chaos and the risks of relying on short-term continuing resolutions. Daniella and Colin also talk about labor victories and Donald Trump’s extreme rhetoric and policies.

Former Rep. Tom Perriello (D-VA) joins the show to discuss Tuesday’s elections, what they portend for 2024, and the future of artificial intelligence. Daniella and Colin also talk about the war in Israel and Gaza, and they speak with Sabrina Talukder from CAP Action about the Supreme Court case United States v. Rahimi.

The Washington Post education writer Laura Meckler joins the show to discuss her new book, “Dream Town;” the impact of racial integration in Shaker Heights, Ohio, schools; and the challenges facing the education system nationwide. Colin and Erin also talk about newly elected Speaker Mike Johnson (R-LA) and the mass shootings in Lewiston, Maine.

Center for American Progress CEO Patrick Gaspard joins the show to discuss the 20th anniversary of CAP, the organization’s impact on American lives and his experience leading the think tank. Colin and Daniella also talk about major milestones in CAP'S history.

Michigan Law Professor and Strict Scrutiny podcast co-host Leah Litman joins the show to discuss the upcoming Supreme Court term, the high court’s far-right extremism and the legal jeopardy former President Trump faces. Colin and Daniella also discuss the MAGA House crisis and the conflict in Israel.