The Majority Report w/ Sam Seder
When Democrats Used to Win the Heartland | Cory Haala | TMR
This episode unpacks the rise and fall of progressive populism in the Midwest during the Reagan era, revealing how economic crises and social backlashes shaped Democratic strategy and offer lessons for today's political landscape.
China’s Rise; Democratic Primaries Heat Up w/ Jostein Hauge, Melat Kiros, Matt Bernstein | MR Live
This episode dissects the evolving US-China 'cold peace,' the generational split in US support for Israel, and the strategic challenges progressive campaigns face against entrenched centrist Democrats.
Trump's China Humiliation; Growing Progressive Power w/ Ryan Grim | MR Live
This episode dissects the Democratic Party's internal struggles, from leadership's declining approval and flawed campaign strategies to the implications of the Supreme Court's assault on the Voting Rights Act, alongside a debate on the utility of engaging with figures like Marjorie Taylor Greene.
Trump's Corruption Enumerated; Defeating Corpo Dem Congressman w/ Isaac Saul, Brad Lander | MR Live
This episode exposes the vast, often overlooked financial self-dealing of Donald Trump and his family, alongside a progressive challenger's fight against a corporate Democrat in a key New York congressional district.
Saudis Turn On Trump; DCCC Meddles In California w/ Mohammad Ali Shabani, Randy Villegas | MR Live
Saudi Arabia and other Gulf states are re-evaluating their alliances and security commitments with the US under Trump, while a progressive candidate in California faces DCCC opposition despite strong grassroots support.
Trump Can't Pretend Anymore | Jeet Heer | TMR
Jeet Heer and Sam Seder dissect Trump's self-serving foreign policy in Iran and the Democratic Party's self-inflicted wounds, revealing a political landscape driven by ego, delusion, and a shrinking, wealthy audience.
New Fed Chair; Building Political Solidarity w/ Liz Pancotti, Yuh-Line Niou | MR Live
This episode dissects the complex economic and political landscape, from the controversial transition of the Fed Chair and US foreign policy in Iran to the critical need for progressive solidarity and actionable policy in New York State.
Attacking Kimmel; Corporate Money Machine In Democratic Primaries w/ Luke Goldstein | MR Live
Investigative journalist Luke Goldstein exposes a sophisticated, billionaire-funded Democratic money machine that leverages legal loopholes and shadowy consultancies to influence primaries and push a centrist agenda.
Progressive Fighters; ICE Detention Scam w/ Chris Rabb, Katie Blankenship, Lindsey Boylan | MR LIVE
This episode exposes the deep-seated financial incentives driving the abusive ICE detention system and highlights the strategies of progressive candidates challenging establishment politics at both federal and local levels.
Emma Asks Abdul El-Sayed The Question Everyone Wants To Know | Abdul El-Sayed | TMR
US Senate candidate Abdul El-Sayed outlines his progressive platform, challenging corporate influence and establishment Democrats on issues from Medicare for All to US foreign policy in the Middle East.
Right-Wing Media Abandons Trump As Iran Quagmire Worsens w/ Krystal Ball, Abdul El-Sayed | MR Live
The hosts and guests dissect Trump's chaotic Iran war, Melania's Epstein defense, and the Democratic Party's struggle with progressive and pro-Israel factions, highlighting the shifting geopolitical landscape and the influence of money in politics.
The Cuba Blockade | Hasan Piker | TMR
Hasan Piker details how US political centrists employ counterproductive attacks for donor money, while the US maintains an 'invisible economic terrorism' blockade against Cuba, designed to destabilize the island and prevent a non-capitalist success story.
Casual Friday w/ Hasan Piker | MR Live
Hasan Piker and Sam Seder dissect the US's 'invisible economic terrorism' against Cuba and critique the Democratic Party's self-defeating strategy of alienating its progressive base.
Trump Readies Ground Invasion of Iran | Perry Bacon Jr. | TMR
Sam Seder and Perry Bacon Jr. dissect the political quagmire of the US war in Iran, highlighting public opposition, Trump's miscalculations, and the Democratic Party's internal struggles with war funding and progressive primary challenges.
Trump's Iran War Flip-Flops; Section 230 30 Years Later w/ Brian Reed, Mike Masnick | MR Live
This episode dissects the Trump administration's escalating, illegal war in Iran, the complex debate around Section 230's impact on online moderation, and recent primary election results, highlighting the political opportunism of Democratic leaders and the rise of progressive candidates.
Trump Bored Of Peace; Leftists Surge 2026 Midterms w/ Alexis Goldstein, Anabel Mendoza, Junaid Ahmed
The Trump administration launches an 'illegal' war against Iran, assassinating its leader and bombing a girls' school, while progressive congressional candidates challenge corporate-backed incumbents in key primaries.
Trump Fatigue Setting In? | Heather ‘Digby’ Parton | TMR
Donald Trump's State of the Union address revealed a significant decline in public engagement and a 'tired' political act, while Democrats struggle with a 'process critique' and a lack of direct communication.
ICE Whistle Blown; Sheinbaum’s Gamble; State Of Trump's Union w/ Alexander Aviña | MR Live
An ICE whistleblower exposes severe training deficiencies and constitutional violations, while Mexico grapples with cartel violence fueled by US demand and arms, and Democrats are criticized for a 'restoration' political strategy that alienates their base.
China Decarbonizing; AIPAC On The Ballot In North Carolina w/ Assaad Razzouk, Nida Allam | MR Live
China's economy is decarbonizing faster than projected, dominating clean energy technology, while a progressive candidate in North Carolina challenges an incumbent on corporate money, AI data centers, and federal funding cuts.
Epstein’s Sprawling Reach ; The Left’s Tea Party Moment w/ Jeet Heer, Dan Osborn | MR Live
This episode exposes the deep networks of elite power through the Epstein files, analyzes a progressive electoral upset in New Jersey, and dissects corporate consolidation's impact on local economies, revealing systemic vulnerabilities and political miscalculations.
White House Panicked Over ICE Optics?; Democrats Preemptively Cave w/ David Dayen | MR Live
Despite public outrage and ICE's violent actions, political leaders are failing to challenge the agency's funding, leaving direct community action as the primary means of accountability.
Empire Abroad, Fascism At Home, Trump's America w/ Jeet Heer | MR Live
This episode dissects the first week of 2026, highlighting Trump's 'gangster empire' foreign policy in Venezuela, the escalating domestic authoritarianism of ICE, and the perceived failures of Democratic leadership to mount an effective opposition.
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