The Tent

On the final episode of The Tent, Colin Seeberger reflects on the history of the podcast and the lessons he's learned from our guests over the years. Colin and Kelly also discuss what to expect next year and leave us with a final moment of joy.

Chad Maisel, senior fellow for economic policy at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss the affordability crisis and CAP's plan to reduce the cost of housing. Chad and Colin also discuss competing theories on how to address the cost of living.

  Georgia Democratic Party Chair Charlie Bailey joins the show to talk about what he's taking away from the 2025 election cycle as Democrats look ahead to 2026. Charlie and Colin also discuss the special election results in Tennessee and how Democrats can connect Trump's corruption with the economic challenges Americans are facing.

Political strategist Keith Edwards joins the show to talk about how political content creators can thrive in our modern digital media environment. Keith and Colin also discuss the latest Epstein news and how Democrats can balance promoting an affirmative economic agenda while hammering Trump on his blatant corruption.

Former Senator Jon Tester (D-MT) joins the show to talk about how Montanans feel about the state of the economy. Senator Tester and Colin also break down the latest Epstein news and next year's midterms. 

Will Ragland, vice president of research at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, discusses how president Donald Trump and his family are profiting off the presidency. Will and Colin also break down a new tool that tracks the president's profits and what can be done to stop it.

Ofirah Yheskel, Director of External Affairs at the Democratic Governors Association, discusses the 2025 election results and what they reveal about the state of the Democratic Party. Ofirah and Colin also discuss how cost of living and the government shutdown impacted this year's races.

Rep. Jake Auchincloss (D-MA) discusses the rising cost of living in America and how to cure it. Jake and Colin also discuss the government shutdown and how Democrats can regain the public's trust.

Rep. Jason Crow (D-CO) discusses the Trump administration's military strikes in Venezuela and the president's politicization of the military. Rep. Crow and Colin also discuss the government shutdown and the "No Kings" protests.

Celebrity chef Tom Colicchio joins the show to discuss how President Donald Trump's economic policies are harming the food service industry and driving up grocery prices. Tom and Colin also talk about the government shutdown and how Republicans' Big, 'Bad' Bill threatens to exacerbate hunger for millions of American children.

Leah Litman, professor of law and co-host of the Strict Scrutiny podcast, joins the show to talk about the weaponization of government under the Trump administration and the Department of Justice's indictment of James Comey. Leah and Colin also discuss the state of American democracy, the government shutdown, and the start of the new Supreme Court term.

Mike Sozan, senior fellow for democracy at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the podcast to talk about President Donald Trump's authoritarian campaign to consolidate power and go after perceived enemies. Mike and Colin also discuss the return of Jimmy Kimmel, the potential government shutdown, and how Democrats are pushing back.

Dr. Atul Gawande joins the podcast to talk about Charlie Kirk's assassination and the root causes of violence in this country. Dr. Gawande and Colin also discuss tumult at the CDC, the ramifications of the Trump administration's attacks on science, and how to actually make America healthy. 

Former Rep. Conor Lamb (D-PA) joins the podcast to discuss the first several months of President Donald Trump's second term in office. Conor and Colin also talk about the Epstein files, Trump's effective paramilitary force, the economy, and the path forward for the Democratic Party.

D.C. Councilmember Christina Henderson joins the podcast to talk about President Donald Trump's power grab in Washington, D.C. Christina and Colin also discuss the president's threat to send National Guard troops to other blue cities and steps this administration is taking to normalize the military as an effective national police force.

Economist Justin Wolfers joins the podcast to talk about President Trump's unprecedented attempt to remove Dr. Lisa Cook, a Federal Reserve Board Governor, as part of his effort to consolidate total control over the economy. Justin and Colin also discuss the administration's reckless trade wars and how President Trump's agenda is weakening the economy and increasing prices.

Former Ambassador to Ukraine Bill Taylor joins the podcast to talk about the latest negotiations to end Russia's war against Ukraine. Ambassador Taylor and Colin also discuss Russian President Vladimir Putin's motivations in this conflict, Ukrainian President Volodymyr Zelensky's visit with European leaders to the White House, and how the United States' lack of influence in these negotiations unde...

Emily Gee, senior vice president for Inclusive Growth at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the podcast to talk about how Donald Trump is harming the U.S. economy. Emily and Colin also discuss rising prices, how Donald Trump's One, Big, Beautiful Bill Act guts Medicaid and food assistance, and this administration's efforts to conceal vital economic data because they don't like the...

Colette Delawalla, the founder and executive director of Stand Up for Science, joins the podcast to talk about how the Trump administration's cuts to scientific research undermine American innovation. Colette and Colin also talk about the larger ramifications for what appears to be an increasingly fragile U.S. economy and how to fight back. 

Jesse Lee, political communications expert and senior adviser at Climate Power, joins the podcast to talk about the Epstein files and the devastating impact of President Donald Trump's economic agenda. Jesse and Colin also talk about breaking through in this media environment and how to fight back. 

Former U.S. Rep. Beto O'Rourke (D-TX) joins the show to discuss the national implications of Donald Trump and Republicans' radical ploy to further erode democracy in Texas and how to fight back in this political moment. Colin also talks with Daniella about the origin story and history of the Tent and bids her farewell as she departs the Center for American Progress Action Fund for a new adventure.

Emma Brown, executive director of Giffords, joins the podcast to talk about the rise of political violence in America and stemming the spread of gun violence. Colin and Muggs also discuss MAGA's meltdown over the Jeffrey Epstein files and Donald Trump's flip-flopping on Vladimir Putin and the war in Ukraine.

 Jack Cocchiarella, political commentator and host of "The Jack Cocchiarella Show," joins the podcast to talk about Gen Z voters and the new media ecosystem. Daniella and Colin also discuss how the One Big Beautiful Bill Act will cost ordinary Americans and growing divides in the MAGA coalition. 

Sen. Elissa Slotkin (D-MI) and Neera Tanden, CEO of the Center for American Progress Action Fund, discuss a new vision for the Democratic Party. They also talk about how to fight back against Republicans' efforts to shrink America's middle class and ways to strengthen our democracy.

Kimberly Atkins Stohr joins the show to talk about this Supreme Court term and the far-right direction of the court. Colin and guest host Muggs Leone also discuss the devastating impacts of the One Big Beautiful Bill Act and Zohran Mamdani's (D) successful primary race for New York City m ayor.