Podcast · 253 episodes
The Rest Is Politics: US
by Goalhanger · English
TRIP US uncovers secrets from inside the White House inner circles as well as taking a wider look at the intricacies of United States society and how they shape the world's most important economy. The podcast is hosted by Anthony Scaramucci (The Mooch), former White House Director of Communications and Wall Street financier, and Katty Kay, US special correspondent for BBC who has been covering US politics for almost 30 years. Stay informed with in-depth discussions on key political events, policy changes, and the forces shaping America’s future on the global stage. New episodes released every Friday, or join our club for bonus content. Just head to https://therestispoliticsus.com to sign up today..
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225. Has Donald Trump Become a Communist?Whether Trump has shifted toward “communist/socialist” governance, and how that relates to China policy, state-funded Trump ads, government control of markets, and ICE immigration enforcement.28 Sep 2026 · 48 min
224. Trump Is Caving to Xi: Will Maga Turn on Him?The episode argues Republicans are distancing from Trump as midterm polls tighten, potentially enabling a “blue wave” (20+ House seats; 7–8 Senate seats).24 Sep 2026 · 46 min
How The War on Terror and Obama’s Bailout is Still Costing AmericaThe episode argues that three linked “catastrophic decisions” (war on terror without paying for it, followed by the housing/financial bubble and bailout) created long-term deficits and costs that…22 Sep 2026 · 21 min
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225. Has Donald Trump Become a Communist?Whether Trump has shifted toward “communist/socialist” governance, and how that relates to China policy, state-funded Trump ads, government control of markets, and ICE immigration enforcement.28 Sep 2026 · 48 min · 16 chapters
224. Trump Is Caving to Xi: Will Maga Turn on Him?The episode argues Republicans are distancing from Trump as midterm polls tighten, potentially enabling a “blue wave” (20+ House seats; 7–8 Senate seats).24 Sep 2026 · 46 min · 14 chapters
How The War on Terror and Obama’s Bailout is Still Costing AmericaThe episode argues that three linked “catastrophic decisions” (war on terror without paying for it, followed by the housing/financial bubble and bailout) created long-term deficits and costs that…22 Sep 2026 · 21 min · 5 chapters
223. Trump’s Latest Vanity Project Is Proof He’s LosingThe episode argues Trump is losing and is using vanity and distraction to avoid worse problems (Iran, Epstein document disclosure, midterms, gas prices).21 Sep 2026 · 41 min · 13 chapters
222. The Man Who Just Stood Between Trump and Economic ChaosThe episode argues the Federal Reserve has regained independence by raising rates despite Trump, but warns affordability and bond-market stress persist. It also claims U.S.17 Sep 2026 · 46 min · 18 chapters
221. Trump Just Gave Putin Exactly What He WantedThe episode argues that Donald Trump is effectively enabling Vladimir Putin’s war aims by pressuring Ukraine to stop striking Russian oil refineries while not demanding Russia stop attacks on…14 Sep 2026 · 38 min · 20 chapters
220. The Truth Behind Trump’s $5000 Midterm BribeDebate over Donald Trump’s proposed $5,000 “midterm bribe” to voters, its legality, and how it signals fiscal/policy unseriousness; plus a separate focus on the escalating U.S.-Canada tariff war and…10 Sep 2026 · 46 min · 17 chapters
219. How Putin Just Played Trump... AgainThe episode argues that Vladimir Putin is leveraging Donald Trump’s political alignment to prolong and shape the Ukraine war, while U.S.7 Sep 2026 · 42 min · 11 chapters
218. Trump’s Wars Have Just Broken the Global EconomyThe episode argues that Trump-era policies (tariffs, spending, regulatory shifts, and wars) are destabilizing the global economy, with the bond market signaling trouble as U.S. debt rises toward $41T.3 Sep 2026 · 40 min · 16 chapters
217. The Secret Pentagon Leak That Terrifies TrumpThe episode argues the U.S. Iran war is becoming a “forever war” and that Pentagon leadership is failing.31 Aug 2026 · 37 min · 14 chapters
216. The CIA’s Secret Meeting in Moscow - What’s Trump Hiding?The episode debates why CIA Director John Ratcliffe made a highly visible trip to Moscow and why Trump publicly downplayed any “red line” warning to Russia, amid alleged NATO-targeting threats and…27 Aug 2026 · 36 min · 13 chapters
215. Carney Has Taught the West How To Stand Up To TrumpMark Carney’s walk-away from U.S. trade talks is framed as a strategic model for allies to resist Trump, plus a second segment arguing the U.S.24 Aug 2026 · 41 min · 16 chapters
214. Did Trump Just Have His Worst Night In Politics?The episode argues that Trump is in a political “crumbling” phase, citing 2026 losses by Trump-backed candidates and a record of endorsements failing.20 Aug 2026 · 41 min · 13 chapters
213. Is Trump Planning A Nuclear Attack on Iran?The episode argues that Donald Trump’s rhetoric and actions could destabilize Middle East and Asia security—especially around Iran (including Strait of Hormuz seizure threats and nuclear-strike…18 Aug 2026 · 44 min · 15 chapters
How to Bounce Back When Everything Goes Wrong (Anthony Scaramucci)How to bounce back after major setbacks, using Anthony Scaramucci’s experiences of being fired (Goldman Sachs, then the White House), rebuilding confidence through accountability, humor, “pro-noia”…14 Aug 2026 · 49 min · 12 chapters
212. Karoline Leavitt Out: Has Trump Just Lost His MAGA Mastermind?The episode compares two high-profile motherhood choices—Karoline Leavitt’s exit as Trump’s White House press secretary after having a second child, and AOC’s public egg-freezing—arguing they reflect…13 Aug 2026 · 41 min · 16 chapters
211. AOC Is Breaking With The Democratic Socialists — Here’s WhyThe episode argues that Democratic Socialists of America (DSA) are gaining attention and electoral momentum, but that leading left figures are distancing themselves from “radical” positions ahead of…10 Aug 2026 · 45 min · 17 chapters
How to Hack Your Nervous System (Kristin Neff)Self-compassion as a “nervous system hack” to reduce self-criticism, fear of failure, and performance anxiety; improve resilience, grit, emotional regulation, and physical health.7 Aug 2026 · 47 min · 20 chapters
Can JD Vance Survive Donald Trump? (Part 1)Part 1 of a four-episode series tracing J.D. Vance’s transformation from a critic of Donald Trump to a loyal defender, framing it as a story of power, loyalty, and reinvention.5 Aug 2026 · 44 min · 12 chapters
210. Todd Blanche’s Humiliating U-Turn: Will Trump Make Him Pay?The episode discusses two main political storylines: (1) Todd Blanche’s stalled confirmation as U.S.3 Aug 2026 · 46 min · 13 chapters
Why High Achievers Still Feel Like Frauds (Anne-Marie Imafidon)How high achievers (especially women and people of color in male-dominated spaces) can overcome “fraud” feelings by reframing confidence as “esteem,” treating life as experiments, leaning on…31 Jul 2026 · 51 min · 19 chapters
209. Netanyahu Vs Zelensky: Who Has Trump’s Ear?The episode argues that U.S. foreign-policy influence has shifted in Washington: Zelensky is winning Trump’s attention while Netanyahu is losing it, largely due to frustration over Iran and Trump’s…29 Jul 2026 · 36 min · 14 chapters
208. Are the Democrats Too Broke to Win the Midterms?Democrats’ midterm prospects amid reported DNC financial debt versus Republicans’ cash advantage; Maine and other battlegrounds; and a separate discussion of Trump’s attacks on the press at the White…27 Jul 2026 · 38 min · 18 chapters
The Leadership Mistake Almost Everyone Makes (Adam Grant)Leadership and employee psychology: the “HIPPO effect” in meetings, how to give feedback that coaches instead of discourages, why people-pleasing harms promotion, “confident humility,” using…24 Jul 2026 · 48 min · 18 chapters