iGen Politics

Jill Wine-Banks and Victor Shi come together for a special edition of iGen Politics in which Jill comes from Michigan and gives Victor – and our audience — a tour of the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Museum.  Get More From The Gerald Ford Museum:  The Ford Museum Get More From Victor and Jill Jill Wine-Banks: Twitter | Facebook | Website | Author of The Watergate Girl: My Fight For Truth & Justi...

Jill and Victor are joined by New York Times Chief White House Correspondent Peter Baker and New Yorker Staff Writer Susan Glasser for an in-depth conversation about their new book  “The Divider: Trump in the White House, 2017-2021.” They discuss the Trump years and the continued threat that is posed by Trump and why it is so important for all generations to know about what happened during the Tru...

Jill and Victor are joined by Michael Cohen, who once served as Trump’s lawyer for more than 10 years, to talk about all of the legal challenges facing Donald Trump and his lawyers. They also take a look at his new book,  “Revenge: How Donald Trump Weaponized the U.S. Department of Justice Against His Critics” ahead of the release date. Are the walls finally closing in on Trump or will he escape a...

Jill and Victor are joined by a power panel of Gen Z-ers: Maxwell Frost who is poised to be the first Gen Z member of Congress, Sam Lawerence running for state legislature in Ohio, Marianna Pecora who serves as Communications Director at Voters of Tomorrow, and Ray Reed a Gen Z activist. They talk about what Gen Z means and what it will take to get Generation Z and young voters to the polls in Nov...

It Was Said, the 2021 Webby Award winner for Best Podcast Series, returns with a new season to look back on some of the most powerful, impactful, and timeless speeches in history. Written and narrated by Pulitzer Prize winner and bestselling author-historian Jon Meacham, this documentary podcast series takes you through another season of ten generation-defining speeches. Meacham, along with top hi...

Jill and Victor are joined by NBC Capitol Hill Correspondent Ali Vitali to talk about her new book “Electable: Why America Hasn’t Put a Woman in the White House…Yet.” They discuss the uphill challenges women face when running for office, the challenges women face in general, and what it will take to dismantle stereotypes and finally elect a woman as president Get More From Ali Vitali:  Twitter | I...

Jill and Victor are joined by former lead prosecutor on the Robert Mueller Special Counsel team, former Chief of the Fraud Section at the Department of Justice, and current MSNBC Legal Analyst and Law Professor at NYU Law Andrew Weissmann. Together, they examine the multitude of legal challenges facing Trump, the many absurd arguments Trump and his lawyers are making, and what we should expect in...

Jill and Victor are joined by journalist and Cardozo Law Professor Kate Shaw to lay out the details of Trump’s attempt to overthrow the 2020 election and the flaws it exposed in our system.  Together, they also look at the problems with the electoral college, discuss possible reforms, and highlight the need to take back the courts to protect our democracy. Get More From Kate Shaw:  Twitter | Cardo...

Jill and Victor bring on UCI Chancellor’s Professor of Law Michele Goodwin to break down the threats to our constitutional rights posed by the Supreme Court and the trigger laws that the Dobbs Decision activated across the country.  In their discussion, they look at the growing power of evangelical politics, the adverse consequences for minorities, and if contraception and gay marraige might be th...

Jill and Victor are joined by DOJ and Republican party veteran Sarah Isgur for a look at the realignment of the parties, how it felt to work for a conservative female presidential candidate, and her journey away from partisanship towards independence.  They also tackle what it means to stand up for your values when you go into politics, and the role of the media and Donald Trump in creating polari...

Jill and Victor are joined by former Congressman David Jolly to talk about his journey away from conservatism and what inspired him to help launch the Forward Party.  In their conversation, they look at what independents are searching for, the importance of focusing on individual candidates, and what moving away from the extremes of bipartisanship and towards a more representative democracy would...

Jill and Victor are joined by another intergenerational power team consisting of leaders and activists Shannon Watts and Ashley Castillo to talk about the need to end gun violence once and for all.  In their conversation, they break down the ways to facilitate bi-partisan action, how to rally communities across the country, and the role of youth and women play in making the changes we desperately...

Jill and Victor are joined by MI State Senator Mallory McMorrow for a look at the rising threats to our democracy, how to stand up for the values that defend the vulnerable, and what it takes to fight back against attacks.  In their conversation, they also cover her groundbreaking floor speech, getting a start in politics, and what our country needs most going forward. Get More From MI State Senat...

Jill and Victor are joined by senior advisor to the Pete Buttigieg 2020 campaign, political consultant Lis Smith, for a conversation about getting started in politics and how to prepare and choose your candidate.  They also cover the most pressing issues facing the country going into the midterms, the power of appealing to the middle while using effective language, and how to keep your cool in a c...

Jill and Victor are joined by civil rights leader and president  of The Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, former candidate for mayor of NYC and former counsel to New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio and frequent MSNBC guest Maya Wiley for a deep dive into the threats to our civil rights coming from the SCOTUS, the power of an Equal Rights Amendment to protect the vulnerable, and embra...

Jill and Victor are joined by member of the House Judiciary and Intel Committees, Rep. Eric Swalwell, to examine what it takes to prosecute a president when our democracy is threatened.  They also look at the role that young people and the congress play in strengthening our voting rights, protecting women’s choices, reducing gun violence, and fighting disinformation. Get More From Rep. Eric Swalwe...

Jill and Victor are joined by Nixon’s White House Counsel and Watergate testifier John Dean and lawyer Jim Robenalt to discuss presidential scandals, the J6 hearings, and how Trump and Nixon’s actions compare.  They also break down how Trump continues to subvert our democracy, how hearings can help expose the truth, and what happens when the pressure to help a president going rogue falls on you. G...

Jill and Victor are joined by advisor to four presidents, author, and professor David Gergen to put the J6 hearings and recent SCOTUS rulings into historical context, examine the role of young people in rehabilitation of our democracy, and lay out what it takes to become a leader.  Are we up to the challenges we face?  And is national service a way to get there? Get More From David Gergen:  Twitte...

Jill and Victor are joined by award-winning investigative journalist, documentarian, and former television executive Civia Tamarkin to discuss the history of abortion rights, the legacy of Roe v. Wade, and what the Dobbs decision means for the country.  They also look at the impact of the ruling on women, and how it affects young people, people of color, and the future of our rights. Get More From...

Jill and Victor are joined by journalist and historian Garrett Graff to discuss his journey as an author and do a deep dive into Nixon’s presidency, his legacy in history, and the impact of Watergate and his time in office on our contemporary politics.  In it, they look at similarities to the modern era and what happens when a president betrays his office in pursuit of power. Get More From Garrett...

Jill and Victor are joined by former Senator from Alabama Doug Jones to look at recent actions by the Supreme Court and what it means for the country.  They also discuss the balance of power in the Senate, and what actions need to be taken to revitalize our democracy.  Will we be able to make enough of the necessary changes going into 2022? Get More From Fmr. Senator Doug Jones:  Twitter | Website...

Jill and Victor are joined by civil rights icon and Ohio House candidate Jim Obergefell to discuss his fight for gay marraige in the courts, the need to speak out, and how the Supreme Court’s leaked Dobbs decision threatens all of of our liberties.  They also examine the legal battles we face in the modern era and what happens when established rights come under attack. Is anything still safe?   Ge...

Jill and Victor are joined by historian and author Heather Cox Richardson for a deep dive into the roots of our current political divisions going back to the Civil War, and the modern prospects for political violence driven by racism, populism, and foreign actors.  What will it take to raise our democracy to the next level, and successfully reclaim principles of equality and freedom for future gen...

Jill and Victor are joined legal mastermind and co-host of the #SistersInLaw podcast Joyce Vance to look at what it takes to build a career in the legal field and the many ways the law influences our lives.  They also examine the recent threats to our long established rights and the perils facing our justice system, as well as what it will take to rehabilitate our system. Get More From Joyce Vance...

Jill and Victor are joined by famed astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson to discuss his recent book “Welcome To The Universe”.  They dive into his life and career path, his work at the planetarium, and the latest developments in the field of astronomy.  Their conversation also covers our priorities in space discovery and works to unravel the mysteries of our universe. Get More From Neil deGrasse Tys...