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What To Make Of The Latest Charges Against James Comey: Criminal Defense Attorney Breaks It Down

Forbes breaking-news discussion on DOJ’s latest charges against former FBI Director James Comey under the Espionage Act (two counts: unlawfully transmitting national defense information and…

29 Oct 2026 · 11m · 4 chapters

'It's Obvious': Steve Cohen Accuses DOJ Of Covering Up Trump-Epstein Ties, Calls For Investigation

Congressman Steve Cohen discusses a House Judiciary Committee Democratic “minority” report alleging DOJ/FBI obstruction and heavy redactions in the Jeffrey Epstein files, and claims President Donald…

29 Oct 2026 · 17m · 8 chapters

Inside House Democrats’ Report Calling For Special Counsel Probe Into Trump’s Ties To Epstein

The episode discusses a House Judiciary Democrats report (over 50 pages) alleging DOJ and FBI concealment of evidence about Jeffrey Epstein and claiming Donald Trump was an active participant in…

29 Oct 2026 · 20m · 11 chapters

Israeli Election Remains Deadlocked—What Happens Next?

Forbes podcast episode about Israel’s deadlocked election and what comes next.

28 Oct 2026 · 42m · 14 chapters

Florida Democrat Lays Out Plan To Flip Seat In District Trump Won By Double Digits In 2024

Democrat Jennifer Jenkins (candidate for Florida’s 8th Congressional District) argues she can flip a Trump-won seat by focusing on affordability—especially homeowners insurance—plus health care,…

27 Oct 2026 · 18m · 9 chapters

I Was A Republican Mayor Of Dallas—Here's Why I'm Voting For Talarico Over Paxton: Steve Bartlett

Steve Bartlett, a former Republican congressman and Dallas mayor, argues that Texas should elect Democrat James Tallarico over Republican Attorney General Ken Paxton in a tight Senate race, framing…

23 Oct 2026 · 17m · 7 chapters

New Poll Shows James Talarico Could Flip Texas Senate Seat Blue

Emerson College Polling’s late-campaign analysis of Texas elections, focusing on whether Democrat James Talarico can flip the Texas Senate seat from incumbent Republican Ken Paxton, plus a comparison…

23 Oct 2026 · 11m · 7 chapters

Will Democrats Flip The House And Senate In The Midterms? Here's What History Says

A Forbes podcast with historian Allan Lichtman arguing that history, polling, and voter enthusiasm point to Democrats winning the 2026 midterms—flipping the U.S.

23 Oct 2026 · 25m · 9 chapters

Midterms Will Be A 'Red Shellacking'—Not A Blue Wave: GOP Strategist

A Forbes podcast discussion on midterm elections less than two weeks before Election Day, arguing Republicans face a “red shellacking” rather than a “blue wave.” The guest attributes likely losses to…

22 Oct 2026 · 20m · 6 chapters

Trump ‘Is Flat-Out Wrong’ To Think Putin Is Serious About Ending Russia-Ukraine War: Analyst

John Hardie discusses the Russia-Ukraine war and worsening U.S.-Ukraine diplomacy under President Trump, arguing Trump is “flat-out wrong” that Putin is serious about ending the war.

22 Oct 2026 · 15m · 4 chapters

'There's More Anger On The Ground' In France After Weekend Of Violent Protests—What Happens Next?

Violent protests in France since mid-September escalated over a weekend with fires, looted shops, and destroyed storefronts; about 2,400 arrests.

21 Oct 2026 · 16m · 4 chapters

Here's How Trump Made His Golf Empire Into A Billion-Dollar Tax Shelter

Forbes reporters Brittany Lewis and Dan Alexander discuss how Donald Trump’s golf properties use conservation easements to reduce taxes.

20 Oct 2026 · 16m · 6 chapters

These 5 Senators Collectively Have Millions Riding On The AI Data Center Boom

Forbes reports that 26 U.S. senators (about a quarter) hold “data center-adjacent” investments tied to the AI data center boom, potentially totaling at least $7 million (using the minimum disclosed…

12 Oct 2026 · 14m · 7 chapters

Here’s What Concerns This Meteorologist The Most About Category 3 Hurricane Isaias

Meteorologist Dr. Marshall Shepard discusses Hurricane Isaias (Category 3) and why impacts can be severe even if forecasts suggest weaker landfall, emphasizing storm surge, tornado risk, flooding,…

9 Oct 2026 · 16m · 8 chapters

Who Is The Single Biggest Data Center Investor In Congress?

Forbes reports on which House members may financially benefit from the US data center boom, amid bipartisan public backlash and AI safety concerns.

9 Oct 2026 · 16m · 8 chapters

Independents Aren’t Happy With Trump—What Does That Mean For The Midterms?

How independent voters—described as the largest and fastest-growing bloc—could decide the 2022 midterms, and what Democrats/Republicans must do to earn their support.

8 Oct 2026 · 24m · 7 chapters

Scott Singer Makes His Pitch To Unseat Jared Moskowitz

Forbes interview with Scott Singer, Republican candidate for Florida’s 25th District, arguing he should unseat Rep. Jared Moskowitz.

8 Oct 2026 · 23m · 8 chapters

This Is The Key Question We Need Answered About Cornell Investigation: Title IX Attorney

Title IX investigation standards and whether Cornell’s handling of a 2024 Cornell fraternity sexual assault allegation was thorough, focusing on consent, intoxication, evidence gathering, and…

6 Oct 2026 · 25m · 6 chapters

Here's What Concerns Me Most About The Russian Plague Lab Death: Former White House Official

A Siberian anti-plague lab worker’s death is reported as either pneumonic plague or “pneumonia of unknown origin,” raising questions about transparency, possible engineered pathogens, and what…

6 Oct 2026 · 19m · 8 chapters

Inside New Harvard/Harris 2026 Midterm Poll Shows Close Race Between Democrats And Republicans

Forbes interview about a new Harvard/Harris 2026 midterm poll, arguing the race is closer than Trump’s low approval suggests, driven by economic pessimism, voter disengagement, and concerns about…

6 Oct 2026 · 32m · 14 chapters

Inside The Labour Party Conference: Andy Burnham Lays Out Vision For UK In ‘Astonishing’ Speech

A Forbes interview from the Labour Party Conference in Liverpool about Andy Burnham’s first major “hope again” speech as UK prime minister, focusing on the party’s upbeat mood, the speech’s emotional…

30 Sep 2026 · 29m · 11 chapters

I Was Just In Kyiv—I Saw The 'Front Lines Of Democracy Being Defended' From Russia: Alan Armstrong

Forbes reporter Brittany Lewis interviews Senator Alan Armstrong after his second 2026 trip to Ukraine with a bipartisan group of lawmakers.

30 Sep 2026 · 22m · 8 chapters

'You Don't Kill Americans & Get Honored At The White House': Chang Reacts To Trump's Reception Of Xi

Gordon Chang reacts to President Trump and Xi Jinping’s White House reception, arguing the summit was mostly symbolic, too short for substantive talks, and inappropriate given China’s alleged role in…

25 Sep 2026 · 22m · 9 chapters

'Very Bad' News For Trump And GOP: New Poll Shows Midterms Could Be 'Bloodbath' For Republicans

Forbes podcast discusses an Emerson College Poll showing worsening public opinion of President Trump and Republicans ahead of the midterms, with a “bloodbath” risk for GOP candidates.

24 Sep 2026 · 13m · 4 chapters