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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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1077: Noem Won't Rule Out Tear-Gassing Trick-or-TreatersPod Save America is a candid discussion about politics hosted by former Obama aides Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer, and Tommy Vietor.31 Oct 2025 · 1 h 34 min
1076: Trump's Secret Plan for a 3rd TermIn this episode, the hosts—Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor—discuss recent political developments surrounding Donald Trump's alleged plan for a third presidential term, reactions to…28 Oct 2025 · 1 h 32 min
1075: Trump (Literally) Destroys White HouseIn this episode, the hosts, Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer, and guest Alex Wagner discuss the recent actions by former President Trump, including the demolition of the White House's East Wing…24 Oct 2025 · 1 h 37 min
1074: Trump Unloads on No KingsIn this episode, the hosts of "Pod Save America"—Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor—discuss the political ramifications following the "No Kings" protests, Donald Trump's controversial…21 Oct 2025 · 1 h 56 min
1073: Why is Big Business Caving to Trump? (with Andrew Ross Sorkin)In this episode, hosts Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer, and Andrew Ross Sorkin discuss the current economic landscape influenced by Donald Trump's administration, focusing on the behavior of big businesses,…19 Oct 2025 · 1 h 8 min
1072: JD Vance Defends Hitler-Loving RacistsIn this episode, hosts Jon Favreau and Dan Pfeiffer discuss a recent scandal involving leaked racist messages from Young Republicans, JD Vance's defense of these comments, and the broader…17 Oct 2025 · 1 h 39 min
1071: Trump's Gaza Ceasefire Takes HoldIn this episode, the hosts discuss President Trump's recent trip to Israel and Egypt, celebrating the return of hostages and the ceasefire in Gaza.14 Oct 2025 · 1 h 23 min
1070: President of Peace Invades Chicago (feat. JB Pritzker)In this episode of Pod Save America, hosts Jon Favreau and Dan Pfeiffer discuss recent political developments in the United States, particularly focusing on Donald Trump's threats against Illinois…10 Oct 2025 · 1 h 50 min
1069: Trump's War on Blue AmericaIn this episode, the hosts Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor discuss Donald Trump's recent actions regarding deploying National Guard troops to Chicago and Portland.7 Oct 2025 · 1 h 26 min
1068: Roxane Gay on the Myth of CivilityIn this episode, hosted by Alex Wagner, bestselling author Roxane Gay discusses the concept of civility in politics, especially in the context of recent events like the assassination of Charlie Kirk…5 Oct 2025 · 1 h 7 min
1067: Affordable Healthcare is Worth Fighting ForIn this episode, Dan Pfeiffer and Alex Wagner discuss the recent government shutdown caused by Republicans' refusal to negotiate on Affordable Care Act (ACA) subsidies.3 Oct 2025 · 1 h 23 min
1066: Can Democrats Win a Shutdown Fight?In this episode of Pod Save America, hosted by Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, and Tommy Vietor, the discussion centers around the impending government shutdown due to failed negotiations between Democratic…30 Sep 2025 · 1 h 13 min
1065: Trump Has James Comey IndictedThe episode argues that the Trump administration is using the justice system and other state power to punish political enemies and chill dissent, citing reported efforts to indict or investigate…26 Sep 2025 · 1 h 50 min · 43 chapters
1064: Kimmel Wins, Tylenol LosesThe episode argues that Trump is openly pressuring the DOJ to prosecute political enemies, then pivots to two related stories: (1) Jimmy Kimmel’s return to ABC after government pressure, and (2)…23 Sep 2025 · 1 h 38 min · 27 chapters
1063: The Roots of Political Violence and How We Prevent ItWhether political violence in the U.S. is truly getting worse, how rhetoric and partisan identity affect risk, and what can reduce tensions.21 Sep 2025 · 1 h 1 min · 23 chapters
1062: Trump Cancels KimmelThe episode argues that Donald Trump and the FCC are pressuring major media companies to cancel Jimmy Kimmel, framing it as government-backed censorship rather than a private business decision.19 Sep 2025 · 1 h 16 min · 23 chapters
1061: Trump Promises Free Speech CrackdownThe episode reacts to President Trump’s promised crackdown on “radical left political violence” after the assassination of conservative activist Charlie Kirk, arguing it could expand into targeting…16 Sep 2025 · 1 h 21 min · 25 chapters
1060: The Assassination of Charlie KirkThe podcast discusses the assassination of Charlie Kirk, a 31-year-old conservative activist and media personality closely tied to Donald Trump, and uses it to argue that the U.S.12 Sep 2025 · 1 h 28 min · 35 chapters
1059: Trump's Epstein Doodle Grosser than ExpectedThe hosts discuss Trump’s escalating “crime” and “war” messaging, including ICE’s new power to detain people based on “reasonable suspicion,” Trump’s “Department of War” rebrand of the Pentagon, and…9 Sep 2025 · 1 h 50 min · 45 chapters
1058: Heather Cox Richardson on Donald Trump, MAGA and How We Fight BackHeather Cox Richardson explains how MAGA fits into a long American pattern of right-wing reaction to multiracial democracy and an expanding federal state, arguing that mythology (the “American…7 Sep 2025 · 1 h 14 min · 21 chapters
1057: Trump's Very Convincing Body DoubleThe episode argues that the Trump administration is undermining public health and expanding coercive immigration enforcement, while Congress pressures the government to release Jeffrey…5 Sep 2025 · 1 h 20 min · 20 chapters
1056: Why is JD Vance so Annoying?Labor Day mailbag and episode 1056 discussion. They (1) recruit listeners to run for local office, (2) answer questions about 2026 midterm odds and election integrity, (3) debate Gavin Newsom’s “meme…1 Sep 2025 · 1 h 10 min · 31 chapters
1055: RFK Jr. Decapitates the CDCThe episode focuses on RFK Jr.’s shakeup of U.S. public health agencies, especially the CDC and vaccine policy, and connects it to broader themes of political extremism, culture-war narratives after…29 Aug 2025 · 1 h 21 min · 26 chapters
1054: First They Came for John BoltonThe episode focuses on Trump administration actions targeting critics and dissent, including the FBI raid of former national security adviser John Bolton, firings within the intelligence community,…26 Aug 2025 · 1 h 34 min · 34 chapters