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Dive into a riveting episode where Michael Starr Hopkins and Jim Kessler take you on a journey through the heart of modern American politics. This episode, titled "Democratic Crossroads: The Unpredictable Journey of Today's Political Landscape," is a r...

Philip Schulman from American Bridge 21st Century joins the host, Michael Star-Hopkins, to discuss No Labels and its transformation over the years. They delve into the origins of No Labels and its initial goal of uniting Republicans and Democrats. However, they highlight how No Labels has shifted its agenda and become a grifting Republican operation. The conversation explores No Labels' funders, f...

Dive into a riveting episode where Michael Starr Hopkins and Jim Kessler take you on a journey through the heart of modern American politics. This episode, titled "Democratic Crossroads: The Unpredictable Journey of Today's Political Landscape," is a rollercoaster ride of insights, analyses, and bold predictions. Listen as they unravel the complex tapestries of Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema's pol...

In this episode, the conversation revolves around the state of the Republican Party and the potential impact of Donald Trump on future elections. The Bulworks’ Jim Swift and host Michael Starr Hopkins discuss the party's alignment with Trump, the reluc...

In this conversation, Michael Starr Hopkins and Joe Walsh discuss the state of the Republican and Democratic parties, the influence of Donald Trump, and the challenges facing both parties. They explore topics such as the lack of enthusiasm for Joe Bide...

In this conversation, Michael Starr Hopkins and Joe Walsh discuss the state of the Republican and Democratic parties, the influence of Donald Trump, and the challenges facing both parties. They explore topics such as the lack of enthusiasm for Joe Biden, the messaging problems of the Democratic Party, and the need for working class champions. They also discuss the immigration issue and the importa...

In this episode, the conversation revolves around the state of the Republican Party and the potential impact of Donald Trump on future elections. The Bulworks’ Jim Swift and host Michael Starr Hopkins discuss the party's alignment with Trump, the reluctance of Republicans to denounce him, and the potential for a dictatorship. They also explore the dynamics of the 2024 election, the importance of e...

In this enlightening episode of "Political Roots," Michael Starr Hopkins sits down with Scott Bolden, a seasoned expert in law and politics, to dissect the complex landscape of the 2024 election, focusing on the impact of Trump's legal challenges and t...

In this enlightening episode of "Political Roots," Michael Starr Hopkins sits down with Scott Bolden, a seasoned expert in law and politics, to dissect the complex landscape of the 2024 election, focusing on the impact of Trump's legal challenges and the role of Black voters. Bolden, with his rich background in civil rights advocacy, brings a unique perspective to the table, discussing the signifi...

In this compelling episode of Political Roots, host Michael Starr Hopkins sits down with Bakari Sellers, a renowned CNN contributor and one of the youngest political figures in America. The discussion kicks off with a look into Sellers' upcoming book, ...

In this compelling episode of Political Roots, Michael Starr Hopkins sits down with Ryan Grim, the Washington D.C. bureau chief for The Intercept. The discussion revolves around Grim's latest book, "The Squad," a deep dive into the emergence and impact...

In this compelling episode of Political Roots, host Michael Starr Hopkins sits down with Bakari Sellers, a renowned CNN contributor and one of the youngest political figures in America. The discussion kicks off with a look into Sellers' upcoming book, "The Moment," which reflects on the racial reckoning that followed George Floyd's death, the role of media, and the unfulfilled promises of equity a...

In this compelling episode of Political Roots, Michael Starr Hopkins sits down with Ryan Grim, the Washington D.C. bureau chief for The Intercept. The discussion revolves around Grim's latest book, "The Squad," a deep dive into the emergence and impact of this influential group of progressive politicians. They also delve into the current political landscape, examining the role of media in shaping...

In this podcast, we're diving deep into the personal political journeys of some of the most influential figures in news and pop culture. We'll explore how their experiences have shaped their views and how, in turn, they shape the world we live in. But ...

In this podcast, we're diving deep into the personal political journeys of some of the most influential figures in news and pop culture. We'll explore how their experiences have shaped their views and how, in turn, they shape the world we live in. But this isn't just about the stories of others; it's also about our own. It's about understanding the roots of our beliefs and how they grow and change...