Bipodisan

Jean and Robert offer an idea on how to talk impeachment civilly; then they tackle the Democrats' primary fight and the broader topic of purity in politics; finally they discuss how each side views the power of social media.

This week, Robert and Jean discuss the importance, entertainment value and the importance of the entertainment value of the public impeachment hearings before examining why the Democratic pundit & donor class yearns for more candidates to an already-vast field.

Robert and Jean are joined this week by Democratic presidential candidate John Delaney, the former Congressman from Maryland’s 6th district, to talk about what’s wrong with politics today and what a future president could do to make things better. The co-hosts go on to discuss EU Ambassador Gordon Sondland’s revised impeachment inquiry testimony and the results of this week’s state-level elections.

The Bipodisan duo talk Trump, impeachment and Baghdadi, quid pro quos and witch hunts. Then they take another look at the power of social media, discussing Twitter's political ad ban and Facebook's dominance.

From the “lynching” tweet, to William Taylor’s testimony, to Republican’s storming into a secure meeting room — Jean and Robert discuss the nuances of impeachment action on both sides of the aisle before delving into a look at the state of presidential power, then turn a spotlight on the power of Facebook and social media. Robert’s “hopeful” moment wraps the show, and it is worth listening all the way to the poetic end.

Co-hosts Robert and Jean come to several moments of bipartisan agreement this week as they discuss the conflict in Syria and President Trump’s week in word choices. While covering serious topics, these red-and-blue friends also find occasion to laugh about wild conspiracy theories…one of which they may or may not hope is real.

Jean comes to a decision about President Donald Trump; Robert and Jean first discuss Trump, Turkey and the Kurds and then the White House's response to impeachment.

As impeachment continues to consume Washington and the nation, Jean and Robert discuss ongoing accusations and revelations on both sides. The co-hosts go on to find agreement on things that are unpredictable, including the Democratic presidential race and the American economy.

No hyperbole. No insults. No shouting. This reasoned and informative conversation about the inquiry to impeach President Trump even contains a few good laughs.

Our interlocutors discuss the burgeoning Middle Eatern crisis involving Saudi Arabia and Iran; then they weigh in on whether the 2020 Democratic primary is coming down to Warren and Biden.

Co-hosts Jean Card (Republican) and Robert Schlesinger (Democrat) agree that imperial presidencies are un-American as they dissect the biggest moments in politics this week, including the Democratic debate and the White House exit of National Security Advisor John Bolton.

Welcome to Bipodisan's exciting relaunch! Co-hosts Jean Card and Robert Schlesinger tackle some of the biggest news of the globe this week, running from trade wars to China to Walmart's announcement that it will stop selling ammunition. Can our industrious interlocutors find any areas of agreement?

The Big Game is this weekend, and if you’re like us, you’ve noticed the increasing politicization of sports. Ever wonder why some sports leagues are more political than others? We asked Arvind Gopalratnam, Vice President of the Milwaukee Bucks, how the NBA’s teams and owners are navigating the tough political climate these days. He shares great tips for listeners — and gives examples of NBA players using their platforms in ways that help solve the problem. Plus: Arvind explains why star point guard Malcolm Brogdon’s nickname is The President.

Steve and Mary Kate bring in two experts (one from the left, one from the right) on the First Step Act, the most significant criminal justice reform legislation to be enacted in decades. Sakira Cook, Senior Counsel for the Leadership Conference on Civil and Human Rights, explains what the law will actually do and which states are out in front on future reforms. Then Holly Harris, director of the Justice Action Network (once described as having "all the attributes of a Southern belle packing heat,”) describes how a remarkable coalition came together from both sides to get the bill over the finish line. Bonus: Holly’s tips for other groups pushing bipartisan progress on other big issues.

Mary Kate is joined by her old friend, former Bush 41 speechwriter Ed McNally, for some great stories about their time writing for President George H.W. Bush. Listen as they reminisce about their first meeting with the new President and what he had to say about President Reagan’s oratory. The two speechwriters tell behind-the-scenes stories about writing stand-up comedy for him, working with him in his post-presidential years, and receiving handwritten notes from him throughout it all. Plus the time the two of them met Mikhail Gorbachev in a bar.