Majority 54

Ravi Gupta and guest co-host Lis Smith break down the latest political battles shaping the midterms, as Vivek Ramaswamy faces backlash over a controversial ad involving estranged Amy Acton’s mother. They analyze the criticism from across the political spectrum, the controversy surrounding the Wedgewood polls, and JD Vance’s response to questions about Trump’s endorsement. Gupta and Smith also dive...

Jason Kander breaks down September’s alarming inflation report as Trump’s economic failures drive up gas prices and wipe out Americans’ wage gains. He analyzes the chaos surrounding Trump’s new press secretary, Republican leaders’ desperate attempts to downplay rising costs, and the growing backlash against an administration failing working families. Kander also dives into critical Senate races, O...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the heated Collins-Jackson Senate debate as Susan Collins faces sharp attacks over Donald Trump, tariffs, abortion, and health insurance. They examine Collins’s record and Jackson’s argument that Collins helped create problems she now wants credit for addressing, plus the latest campaign ads taking aim at Trump and Republicans. Kander and Gupta also dive into...

Recorded live from Kansas City, Jason and Ravi Gupta break down the Senate races they’re watching—from Democratic opportunities in Texas and Kansas to warning signs in Maine and New Hampshire. Then they dive into Ravi’s new book, The Invisible List, and how learning one new thing each year can build friendships, restore purpose, and change what you believe you’re capable of. Plus, audience questio...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the growing fallout from Donald Trump’s use of taxpayer money for government-funded ads promoting his agenda, as even Republican leaders question whether public funds should be used for political messaging. They analyze Trump’s latest push on artificial intelligence, his meeting with tech executives, and his claims that AI companies can simply “police each ot...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down growing tensions among Republican candidates over the Iran war, as Mike Rogers, Ashley Hinson, Jon Husted, and Tom Tiffany call for an end to the conflict amid rising gas prices. They analyze Republicans distancing themselves from Trump, including Byron Donalds removing references to Trump from his campaign website, and the growing political divide within the...

To celebrate the launch of his new book,  The Invisible List , Ravi shares an audiobook excerpt about his “skill sabbatical” learning to surf—an exhilarating, difficult, and at times terrifying pursuit. Along the way, he explains how he transformed his life by treating each year like a school year—and himself as his only student. But the chapter isn’t really about surfing; it’s about facing f...

Ravi Gupta and Ed Elson, co-host of Prof G Markets with Scott Galloway, break down the growing warnings about AI as Anthropic CEO Dario Amodei calls for a slower pace of development and stronger safeguards. They discuss Amodei’s proposed solutions, alarming warnings from AI researchers, and the debate over whether companies should receive antitrust exemptions to coordinate on AI safety. Gupta and...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the latest escalation in the Trump administration’s trade fight with Canada, as new tariffs and import restrictions raise tensions between the two countries. They discuss Trump’s increasingly unusual posts and statements, the latest developments in the midterm elections, and new polling in key Senate races across the country. Kander and Gupta also dive into g...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down Trump’s escalating trade war with Canada as new Canadian tariffs hit hundreds of U.S. products and threaten key industries in border states. They analyze the political fallout for Republicans, the risks to Maine’s lobster industry, and Trump’s bizarre threat to rename Lake Ontario. Kander and Gupta also dive into the latest election news, as Trump prepares to...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the controversy surrounding Jon Ossoff’s comments about Trump staffer Natalie Harp, the backlash from conservatives, and the White House’s furious response. They analyze the debate over whether Ossoff crossed a line, the broader scrutiny of Harp’s unusual relationship with Trump, and the hypocrisy surrounding the outrage. Kander and Gupta also dive into the l...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down David Crowley’s stunning upset in Wisconsin’s Democratic primary for governor, as the Milwaukee County executive defeats Fran Hong despite trailing badly in recent polls. They analyze Tony Evers’ late intervention, the chaotic primary, Crowley’s matchup with Republican Tom Tiffany, and what the race could mean in one of the nation’s biggest swing states. Kand...

Ravi Gupta and former Congressman Max Rose, Senior Advisor to VoteVets, break down the political fallout from Michigan’s Democratic Senate primary, as Abdul El-Sayed’s victory exposes growing tensions within the Democratic Party ahead of a critical general election battle. They analyze what the results mean for Democrats in key battleground states, the strategic challenges emerging in races across...

Jason Kander breaks down Donald Trump’s escalating military conflicts, as surprise Iranian attacks, deadly Caribbean strikes, and growing criticism from Republicans—including Sen. Thom Tillis—raise new questions about Trump’s leadership and Pete Hegseth’s handling of the Pentagon. He examines the administration’s expanding war strategy, the human cost of its foreign policy, and why critics say Tru...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down Donald Trump’s deepening Iran crisis after more U.S. service members were killed, his administration’s shifting justification for the conflict, and growing questions about whether the White House has a coherent strategy. They examine Trump’s escalating rhetoric, the political fallout at home, and what the latest developments mean for America’s standing abroad...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the deadly consequences of Trump’s immigration agenda as his administration resumes aggressive ICE traffic stops following fatal shootings that have intensified scrutiny of its enforcement tactics. They analyze Trump’s escalating conflict with Iran, his repeated reversals on foreign policy, and the growing fears that his unpredictable decisions are dragging t...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the stunning collapse of Graham Platner’s Senate campaign as Democrats move swiftly to hold their own nominee accountable, drawing a sharp contrast with Republicans’ continued embrace of Donald Trump despite years of misconduct allegations and attacks on democracy. They analyze the fallout in Maine, the search for a replacement candidate, and what the scandal...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down Donald Trump’s massive crypto grift, as stunning new disclosures reveal he pulled in more than $1 billion through memecoins, shady ventures, and corporate payouts while back in power. They analyze the Supreme Court’s alarming rulings on birthright citizenship, executive power, campaign finance, and voting rights, as the right-wing supermajority hands Trump ev...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the Democratic Party’s growing identity crisis as insurgent progressives challenge establishment power and reshape the political battlefield. They analyze the stunning primary results in New York, the deepening divide between moderates and the left, and what it all means heading into the next election cycle. Kander and Gupta also dive into Trump’s newest emba...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the mounting questions surrounding Trump’s Iran agreement, as administration officials offer conflicting explanations and struggle to explain what’s actually in the deal. They analyze Trump’s shifting rhetoric, J.D. Vance’s efforts to sell the agreement to skeptical audiences, and growing concerns that the administration is normalizing relations with Iran whi...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down Donald Trump’s latest political troubles as inflation climbs to its highest level in three years, undermining one of his biggest promises to voters. They analyze Trump’s worsening approval ratings on the economy, why rising prices are becoming a major liability for Republicans ahead of the 2026 midterms, and what the latest polling reveals about voter frustra...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the stunning election results from Iowa, where Democrats scored a major upset and suddenly put the state back on the political map. They analyze what Turek’s victory says about the changing dynamics in the Midwest, the warning signs for Republicans heading into 2026, and whether Democrats have found a new path to compete in red states. Kander and Gupta also d...

A special announcement from Ravi. Amazon: https://www.amazon.com/Invisible-List-Passion-Year-Every/dp/0593980859/ref=sr_1_1?crid=2TKS6Y9B9VBMT&dib=eyJ2IjoiMSJ9.5LDAYpIV1QkF6qGXMXrOoA.RwdEWCV1lydW_PuYCdxwhLCv2L61Iu1CcRT9HDQXAxQ&dib_tag=se&keywords=ravi+gupta+invisible+list&qid=1780260764&sprefix=%2Caps%2C163&sr=8-1 Local: https://bookshop.org/p/books/the-invisible-list-a-guide-to-conquering-deferre...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down Ken Paxton’s stunning primary victory over John Cornyn in the most expensive Senate primary in American history and why Trump’s takeover of the Republican Party is pushing the GOP deeper into extremism and corruption. They analyze the fractures inside the Texas Republican Party, James Talarico’s growing momentum with moderates and independents, and why Republ...

Jason Kander and Ravi Gupta break down the stunning new reporting that Trump’s DOJ and IRS settlement could shield Trump, his family, and his businesses from future tax audits while creating a taxpayer-funded $1.8 billion “anti-weaponization” slush fund that could benefit Trump allies and Jan. 6 defendants. They analyze the bipartisan backlash to the scheme, Todd Blanche’s disastrous Senate testim...