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Swamp Notes
by Financial Times · English
Swamp Notes is the weekly US politics podcast from The Financial Times. Every Friday, host Marc Filippino talks to reporters in Washington as well as the FT's veteran US political commentators and a cast of expert guests to explain what the latest moves in the Capitol mean for the economy, business and for people in America — and beyond. Subscribe and listen for incisive analysis, on-the-ground insights and a uniquely global perspective. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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The Bethlehem Project has moved to the FT News Briefing
The Bethlehem Project moved to the FT News Briefing feed; the new episode examines a local congressional primary election in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania as a microcosm of a Democratic Party debate about…
17 May 2026 · 1m · 1 chapterA shaky ceasefire
Swamp Notes’ final episode discusses the “shaky ceasefire” between the U.S.
10 Apr 2026 · 17m · 6 chaptersOne year since ‘liberation day’
One year after Donald Trump’s “Liberation Day” tariff announcement, the episode reviews how economists and markets reacted, what happened to growth, inflation, jobs, and U.S.
3 Apr 2026 · 12m · 6 chaptersHow markets may be affecting US military action in Iran
How President Trump’s shifting Iran threats and a U.S. military buildup in the Gulf may be affecting oil, stocks, bonds, and allied support.
27 Mar 2026 · 20m · 8 chaptersThe AI revolt in Maga-land
The Financial Times’ Joe Miller reports on backlash to Donald Trump’s AI agenda, focusing on grassroots opposition to $6.6 billion data centers in Independence, Missouri, and whether it could fuel…
20 Mar 2026 · 19m · 7 chapters
The Bethlehem Project: The housing domino effect
The latest episode of *Swamp Notes* titled "The Bethlehem Project: The Housing Domino Effect" explores the challenges of the US housing market, focusing on Bethlehem, Pennsylvania.
18 Mar 2026 · 24m · 7 chapters
Introducing Untold: Opus Dei
A weekly US politics podcast from The Financial Times, hosted by Marc Filippino, providing analysis and insights on political developments and their implications for the economy and society.
16 Mar 2026 · 1m · 1 chapterThe economic fallout of the Iran war
The economic fallout of the Iran war
13 Mar 2026 · 24m · 11 chaptersTrump’s ‘war of whim’ in Iran
A weekly US politics podcast from The Financial Times, hosted by Marc Filippino, featuring analysis from reporters and political commentators on the implications of U.S. politics.
6 Mar 2026 · 21m · 10 chaptersWhat the State of the Union means for the US midterm elections
is a weekly podcast from The Financial Times focusing on US politics.
27 Feb 2026 · 22m · 11 chaptersMaha’s big reversal and a Scotus decision on tariffs
Maha’s big reversal and a Scotus decision on tariffs
20 Feb 2026 · 22m · 9 chaptersTrump’s starring role in the Warner Bros fight
Swamp Notes is the weekly US politics podcast from The Financial Times, hosted by Marc Filippino.
13 Feb 2026 · 19m · 11 chaptersThe political cost of America’s surging electricity bills
is a weekly podcast from The Financial Times, hosted by Marc Filippino. The show focuses on U.S. politics, finance, and economic issues, featuring insights from Washington reporters and expert guests.
6 Feb 2026 · 19m · 9 chaptersTrump’s immigration climbdown. Plus, a new Fed chair?
A weekly US politics podcast from The Financial Times, hosted by Marc Filippino, featuring in-depth discussions on Capitol Hill actions and their implications on the economy, business, and society.
30 Jan 2026 · 25m · 11 chapters
The Bethlehem Project: America's affordability squeeze
This episode of Swamp Notes delves into the escalating affordability crisis in the United States, with a focus on Bethlehem, Pennsylvania, and its surrounding Lehigh Valley.
29 Jan 2026 · 30m · 10 chaptersTrump’s bid to remake the world order
A weekly US politics podcast from The Financial Times where host Marc Filippino provides insights with reporters and commentators on the implications of Capitol Hill actions on the economy and global…
23 Jan 2026 · 19m · 8 chaptersCan states stop Trump's immigration raids?
The episode discusses whether U.S. states can limit or stop Trump administration immigration raids by ICE agents.
16 Jan 2026 · 18m · 9 chaptersWhy Trump wants to ‘run’ other countries
The episode examines Donald Trump’s stated desire to “run” other countries, focusing on the U.S.
9 Jan 2026 · 21m · 13 chaptersThe biggest predictions in politics next year
Swamp Notes is a weekly U.S. politics podcast from The Financial Times, hosted by Marc Filippino.
2 Jan 2026 · 22m · 12 chapters
Political Fix: Quizmas special
A Financial Times Political Fix Christmas quiz special (with Charles Schwab’s Washington Wise intro), mixing a recap of 2025 UK politics and economics with a “nerdy” multi-round quiz, plus 2026…
26 Dec 2025 · 51m · 15 chaptersCongress’ healthcare fight carries big consequences
A months-long U.S. congressional fight over expiring Affordable Care Act (Obamacare) insurance subsidies for people buying coverage on public exchanges, with major financial and health consequences.
19 Dec 2025 · 16m · 8 chapters
The Bethlehem Project: Being young in Trump’s America
The episode “The Bethlehem Project: Being young in Trump’s America” follows Sonia Hudson and FT data reporter Ian Hodgson visiting Liberty High School in Bethlehem, Pennsylvania to understand how…
16 Dec 2025 · 19m · 11 chaptersUS uses private data to track immigrants
The episode (Financial Times “Swamp Notes”) examines how the U.S. government uses private data and contractors to expand immigration enforcement under DHS/ICE.
12 Dec 2025 · 20m · 10 chaptersTrump’s plan to give babies money
“Trump accounts” (baby investment accounts) created by a 2025–2028 law; tax-deferred accounts for children under 18, funded up to $5,000/year, invested only in low-cost U.S.
5 Dec 2025 · 16m · 13 chaptersWe use cookies.They keep VO running smoothly and help us improve it. Privacy policy