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Pod Save America is a no-b******t conversation about politics hosted by former Obama aides Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer, and Tommy Vietor. It cuts through the noise to break down the week’s news and helps people figure out what matters and how they can help. They’re regularly joined by journalists, activists, politicians, entertainers, and world leaders. You can watch on YouTube or listen to new episodes every Tuesday, Friday and Sunday. Subscribe to Friends of the Pod! Your subscription makes Crooked’s work possible and gives you access to ad-free episodes of Pod Save America and Pod Save the World, plus exclusive content and a lively Discord community. Learn more and subscribe at crooked.com/friends or on Apple Podcasts. For a transcript of an episode of Pod Save America, please email transcripts@crooked.com.

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The Audacity of PopeThe hosts break down J.D. Vance’s failed U.S.-Iran talks in Islamabad and Trump’s response: a naval blockade of Iranian ports in the Strait of Hormuz, with possible escalation.14 Apr 2026 · 1 h 45 min · 38 chapters
Hasan Piker Has Thoughts on the Hasan Piker DiscourseHasan Piker’s move into electoral politics and the Democratic Party “discourse” about him; his theories of political organizing; and his views on Israel/Palestine, including Hamas, Zionism, and…12 Apr 2026 · 1 h 12 min · 25 chapters
Trump Blasts "Third Rate Podcasts"Pod Save America discusses Trump’s Iran ceasefire and escalation, arguing his diplomacy is erratic and incompetent; it also covers JD Vance’s upcoming Iran talks, NATO tensions, and MAGA backlash to…10 Apr 2026 · 1 h 56 min · 39 chapters
Strait Up War CrimesThe episode focuses on escalating U.S.-Iran conflict during “Operation Epic Fury,” especially Trump’s Easter threats to commit war crimes against Iranian civilians and infrastructure if Iran doesn’t…7 Apr 2026 · 1 h 37 min · 39 chapters
Taxing Cory Booker's PatienceGlenn Galich’s book Control, Why Big Giving Falls Short, arguing that billionaire philanthropy structurally delays aid to communities by enabling donor control and keeping over $2 trillion from…5 Apr 2026 · 1 h 17 min · 25 chapters
Bondi Gets the BootPod Save America discusses Trump’s Iran war primetime address, the firing of Attorney General Pam Bondi (“Bondi Gets the Boot”), and legal/political fallout including the Supreme Court hearing on…3 Apr 2026 · 1 h 6 min · 31 chapters
SHOCKING GOP Plan to Fund War with Health Care CutsThe episode argues Trump is escalating the Iran conflict while publicly claiming “great progress,” and that Republicans may fund the war by cutting health care.31 Mar 2026 · 1 h 31 min · 30 chapters
When Life Gives You Don LemonDon Lemon discusses federal criminal charges brought by the DOJ after he covered an ICE protest at a Minnesota church, arguing the case is part of a broader authoritarian assault on the First…29 Mar 2026 · 1 h 15 min · 28 chapters
Blue Wave Building in the Strait of HormuzPod Save America discusses the U.S.-Iran war escalation, claims that Trump is “bored” with the conflict, and how the war’s economic effects are hurting him politically.27 Mar 2026 · 1 h 10 min · 25 chapters
TACO Tuesday in Tehranis a political podcast hosted by former Obama aides Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer, and Tommy Vietor.24 Mar 2026 · 1 h 34 min · 31 chapters
Trump’s Wartime Messaging Disaster (feat. Jen Psaki)Jen Psaki (former White House Press Secretary, host of MS NOW's The Briefing)22 Mar 2026 · 1 h 13 min · 28 chapters
The Worst Way to Spend $200 BillionIn this episode, the hosts discuss the Pentagon's request for an additional $200 billion in funding for the war in Iran, the resignation of a high-ranking intelligence official, the implications of…20 Mar 2026 · 1 h 28 min · 34 chapters
Trump Desperate for Strait AlliesIn this episode of Pod Save America, hosts Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor discuss President Donald Trump's handling of the Iran conflict, the United States' request for allies to assist in…17 Mar 2026 · 1 h 11 min · 20 chapters
Josh Shapiro Is Calm but Not CoolIn this episode, Pennsylvania Governor Josh Shapiro engages in an in-depth conversation with Jon Lovett regarding various pressing political and social issues, including the war in Iran, rising…15 Mar 2026 · 1 h 8 min · 26 chapters
Trump Celebrates High Gas PricesIn this episode of Pod Save America, the hosts discuss President Trump's controversial remarks regarding high oil prices due to the ongoing war in Iran.13 Mar 2026 · 1 h 13 min · 24 chapters
Trump Says War Is Over, Vows to Keep FightingIn this episode of Pod Save America, hosts Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Tommy Vietor, and Congressman Pat Ryan discuss the complex and rapidly evolving situation regarding Donald Trump's war in Iran.10 Mar 2026 · 1 h 18 min · 33 chapters
Gavin Newsom Is Finally Comfortable with HimselfGavin Newsom Is Finally Comfortable with Himself8 Mar 2026 · 1 h 9 min · 25 chapters
Trump Deports NoemIn this episode of Pod Save America, hosts Jon Favreau and Dan Pfeiffer discuss the recent political upheavals within the Trump administration, particularly focusing on the firing of Department of…6 Mar 2026 · 1 h 41 min · 34 chapters
1129: Why Democrats Must Oppose Trump's Iran WarIn this episode of *Pod Save America*, hosts Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor discuss the ongoing conflict initiated by the Trump administration against Iran, following the recent deaths of…3 Mar 2026 · 1 h 31 min · 31 chapters
1128: Graham Platner Isn't Backing DownJon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer, Tommy Vietor1 Mar 2026 · 1 h 13 min · 26 chapters
1127: Trump's Dangerous War GamesIn this episode, the hosts Jon Favreau, Dan Pfeiffer, and Tommy Vietor discuss the White House's controversial strategies regarding potential military action against Iran, the political landscape…27 Feb 2026 · 1 h 21 min · 27 chapters
1126: The State of the Union Is LongIn this episode of *Pod Save America*, hosts Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer, and Tommy Vietor analyze Donald Trump's record-breaking State of the Union address, which lasted one hour and 47…25 Feb 2026 · 45 min · 11 chapters
1125: Will Trump Bomb State of the Union/Iran?In this episode of Pod Save America, hosts Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor discuss President Trump's upcoming State of the Union address, the possibility of military action against Iran,…24 Feb 2026 · 1 h 29 min · 34 chapters
1124: Trump Loses At Supreme Court, Handles It WellIn this episode, hosts Jon Lovett and guest Jerusalem Demsas discuss the ramifications of a recent Supreme Court ruling that struck down Donald Trump's emergency tariff program.22 Feb 2026 · 1 h · 14 chapters