The Tent

Former Ambassador Norm Eisen joins the show to talk about the four-year anniversary of the January 6 insurrection, how President-elect Donald Trump has avoided accountability for his role in the violence, and how to protect democracy. Daniella and Colin also discuss what to expect from the 119th Congress, and speak with Bobby Kogan, senior director of Federal Budget Policy at the Center for Americ...

Tony Carrk, executive director for Accountable. US, joins the show to discuss the incoming Trump administration, how progressives should pick their battles, and what holding power to account really looks like. Daniella and Colin also recap their favorite interviews of 2024.

Ed Chung, vice president of initiatives at the Vera Institute, joins the show to discuss the Trump administration's criminal justice and immigration plans, and how to push back against its dangerous narratives on crime. Daniella and Erin also talk about the Department of Government Efficiency and speak with Allison McManus, managing director of National Security and International Policy at the Cen...

Anderson Clayton, Chair of the North Carolina Democratic Party, discusses what Democrats nationwide can learn from downballot wins in North Carolina, the importance of local and state races, and what the Democratic Party needs to do to reach voters in the South.

Larry Levitt, executive vice president for health policy at KFF, joins the show to talk about Trump's nomination of Robert F. Kennedy Jr. to lead the U.S. Department of Health and Human Services, possible cuts to the Affordable Care Act and Medicaid, and how states should respond to these potential policy changes. Colin and Erin also discuss Trump's extreme personnel choices and speak with Cait Sm...

Mike Sozan, senior fellow for Democracy Policy at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss how Republicans might attack U.S. democracy, the importance of the Senate confirmation process, and what progressives from the local to national level can do to protect Americans' rights and freedoms. Colin and Erin also talk about how states and nonprofits are preparing for a...

Journalist and author Ari Berman joins the show to discuss the minoritarianism of the MAGA movement, how it played out in the 2024 race, and how it will affect the political direction of the United States. Colin and guest host Navin Nayak, president of the Center for American Progress Action Fund, also talk about Tuesday's results and what they mean for the next four years.

Robby Mook, manager of Hillary Clinton's 2016 presidential campaign, joins the show to discuss the latest polling, the candidates' closing arguments, and how to protect democracy. Daniella and Colin also talk about the media's coverage of the presidential campaigns and their final pitches to the American people.

Political strategist Simon Rosenberg joins the show to discuss election polls, MAGA extremism and its impact up and down the ballot, and how candidates are approaching the remaining days of their campaigns. Colin and Erin also talk about Donald Trump's affinity for authoritarians and speak with Brendan Duke, senior director of Economic Policy at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, about...

Laura Rodriguez, vice president of Government Affairs at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to talk about the priorities of the Hispanic and Latino community and how the presidential candidates are engaging its voters. Colin and Erin also talk about Vice President Kamala Harris' media strategy and speak with Mike Sozan, senior fellow at the Center for American Progress Ac...

Dr. Gabrielle Goodrick, a family planning doctor in Arizona, discusses how abortion restrictions affect providers and patients, why lawmakers should champion reproductive rights, and the importance of the Affordable Care Act. Daniella and Colin also talk about special counsel Jack Smith's recent filing and Vice President Kamala Harris's media blitz.

Andrew Miller, a former top State Department official managing the U.S. response to the conflict in Gaza and a current senior fellow at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss the first anniversary of the October 7 massacre in Israel and rising tensions in the Middle East. Daniella and Colin also talk about the vice presidential debate and the Biden-Harris administr...

Jessica Mackler, president of EMILYs List, joins the show to talk about how abortion will impact the 2024 elections and why women are leading on this deeply personal issue. Daniella and Colin also discuss Vice President Kamala Harris's economic vision and the latest scandals involving Lt. Governor Mark Robinson (R-NC).

Rohit Chopra, director of the Consumer Financial Protection Bureau, talks about the Federal Reserve's interest rate cut and what it means for consumers, as well as his efforts to tackle junk fees and other forms of corporate greed. Daniella and Colin also talk about the dangers of political violence, and speak with Kate Kelly, senior director of the Women's Initiative at the Center for American Pr...

Amanda Becker, Washington correspondent at The 19th, joins the show to discuss her new book, 'You Must Stand Up: The Fight for Abortion Rights in Post-Dobbs America;' the connection between abortion rights and democracy; and what the future of reproductive freedom could look like. Daniella and Erin also talk about this week's presidential debate and former President Donald Trump's antidemocratic r...

Texas State Representative James Talarico joins the show to talk about Christian nationalism, the impact Project 2025 would have on democracy and why he thinks Texas is a purple state. Daniella and Colin also discuss the conflict in Gaza and how Project 2025 would increase the threat of nuclear war.

Randi Weingarten, president of the American Federation of Teachers, joins the show to discuss the significance of Labor Day and American workers. She also talks about how Project 2025 and MAGA extremists are threatening teachers, students, and learning outcomes in U.S. public schools. Daniella and Colin discuss shifts in the 2024 presidential race and Donald Trump's disastrous tax plans.

Former Democratic National Committee Vice Chair Michael Blake joins the show to talk about the Democratic National Convention and the 2024 presidential race. Daniella and Colin also talk about their favorite moments from the convention and a progressive vision for the future. 

Representative Eric Swalwell (D-CA) joins the show to discuss the 2024 race, Project 2025 and the dangers of MAGA extremism. Colin and Erin also talk about abortion ballot measures and far-right plans to contest the election results in November.

Robert P. Jones, founder of the Public Religion Research Institute, joins the show to discuss the roots of Christian nationalism, how Donald Trump and the MAGA right are mainstreaming the ideology, and how some Christians are pushing back. Daniella and Colin also talk about Vice President Kamala Harris's running mate selection and allegations that Trump accepted payments from Egypt to boost his 20...

Mike Podhorzer, senior fellow at the Center for American Progress Action Fund, joins the show to discuss the 2024 presidential race, Vice President Kamala Harris, and Project 2025. Daniella and Colin also talk about President Joe Biden's proposed U.S. Supreme Court reforms and how Project 2025 would harm Social Security.

Journalist Jodi Enda joins the show to discuss the GOP's unpopular stances on abortion, Vice President Kamala Harris' record on reproductive rights and the impact of U.S. policy on women across the world. Daniella and Colin also talk about President Biden's withdrawal from the 2024 race and why MAGA proposals to eliminate taxes on tips are misleading.

Former Sen. Doug Jones (D-AL) joins the show to discuss the recent shooting at a rally for former President Donald Trump, ways to turn down the political temperature, and how to prevent future attacks. Daniella and Colin also talk about Trump's selection of Sen. JD Vance (R-OH) as his running mate and U.S. District Court Judge Aileen Cannon's dismissal of the classified documents case against Trum...

Historian Thomas Zimmer discusses the radical authoritarian playbook called Project 2025, what it tells us about MAGA extremism in the Republican Party, and how it threatens the foundations of U.S. democracy. Daniella and Colin also talk about recent decisions from the Supreme Court and extreme weather driven by climate change.

Chris Geidner, journalist and analyst for the "Law Dork," joins the show to discuss the U.S. Supreme Court, its remaining decisions and the impact they'll have on our freedoms and rights. Colin and Erin also talk about this week's presidential debate.