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Send us Fan Mail On this week's episode of Burn the Talking Points, we sit down with County Executive Steuart Pittman—Governor Moore’s and party leadership's recommended pick to lead the Maryland Democratic Party following Chair Ken Ulman’s announcement that he will step down on June 13. Pittman joins us to talk about what’s at stake, his vision for growing Democratic power, and how we c...

Send us Fan Mail We have several young Dems in studio to give us their take on what issues they want the Democratic Party to put front and center, what worries them most about Trump, and what they think of David Hogg's plan to primary safe seat Dems. And stick around for a game of "cringe or cool"  Be sure to hit that subscribe button to stay up to date with Burn the Talking Points....

Send us Fan Mail In this special episode of Burn the Talking Points, Senator Chris Van Hollen shares the story of his recent trip to El Salvador, sheds light on how he is viewing his place in this moment in history, and what he really thinks of Marco Rubio. Stick around for a silly game of "Dream Podcast Host." Be sure to hit that subscribe button to stay up to date with Burn the Talking...

Send us Fan Mail This is our BIG 100 days episode! Trump's first 100 days have brought chaos, corruption and economic pain. In this episode, we talk to every Democratic member of our federal delegation to get their take on Trump's 100 day mark, hear what stories they think are undercovered, and what is giving them hope. Tune in now, smash that subscribe button, and share it with everyone...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we dive into the online landscape facing Democrats as we work to take back the House in 2026. We're joined by some of the minds behind KamalaHQ on TikTok and Vote Save America as we talk discuss who Dems can win online (and in real life).  Join Joe Francaviglia, Cara Koontz, and Ethan Kelly for this unfiltered discussion and stick a...

Send us Fan Mail Trump may not know what he is doing with his in again off again tariffs - so we decided to talk to the main money person in Maryland - Comptroller Brooke Lierman. In this special episode of Burn the Talking Points, Comptroller Lierman joins us to unpack how Trump’s chaos is hitting Maryland’s economy in real time. Then, we lighten things up with a round of Snap Decisions, where Co...

Send us Fan Mail In this Burn the Talking Points exclusive, Governor Wes Moore breaks down how Maryland Democrats closed a $3 billion budget gap, the impact Trump is having on Maryland, his take on Democratic messaging, and he gives us his Mt. Rushmore of Maryland athletes.  Listen today and let us know if you agree with his Mt. Rushmore picks! Be sure to hit that subscribe button to stay up to da...

Send us Fan Mail Is that momentum we feel? In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we recap the big wins from the recent special elections and Cory Booker's historic filibuster. Then, we dive into what Trump's dismantling of the Department of Education means for Maryland and America. Featured guests include MDP ED Karen Darkes, Mary Pat Fannon of the Superintendents Association, and...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we begin with breaking news as the Governor, House and Senate have come up with a budget framework deal. The Trump chaos and corruption is bleeding into Maryland and forcing difficult choices for the state budget.  Then, in Sarah Explains It All, Congresswoman Sarah Elfreth joins us to discuss the continuing resolution that just passed o...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we’re getting straight to the strategy that will define the fight ahead. With Trump’s chaos dominating the headlines, how do Democrats break through and win in 2026? We’re joined by national Democratic communications experts Martha McKenna, Dr. Anna Greenberg, and Kevin Harris to debate the best message to take on Trump now. They break d...

Send us Fan Mail In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we’re getting straight to the legal battles defining Trump’s chaotic return. Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown joins us to break down how he and Democratic AGs across the country are fighting back against Trump’s reckless agenda, from attacking cancer research to cutting middle class jobs. But we’re not stopping there. We put AG Br...

Send us Fan Mail Episode 1 Description- On the inaugural episode of Burn the Talking Points, we’re diving straight into the pressing issues shaping the Maryland and national political landscape. Maryland Democratic Party Chair Ken Ulman joins us to break down the state’s budget and what it means for Marylanders. AFGE National Vice President Ottis Johnson Jr. sheds light on the fight to protect fed...