The 8 Best Liberal Podcasts
A list of the Best Liberal Podcasts handpicked by our community on Podyssey.
Last Updated: Feb 3rd, 2022
1. Pod Save America
Four former aides to President Obama—Jon Favreau, Jon Lovett, Dan Pfeiffer and Tommy Vietor—are joined by journalists, politicians, activists, and more for a no-b******t conversation about politics. They cut through the noise to break down the week’s...Show More
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2. Pod Save the World
“Pod Save America” cohost Tommy Vietor thought foreign policy was boring and complicated until he got the education of a lifetime working for President Obama’s National Security Council. His new show “Pod Save the World” will bring you behind the sce...Show More
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Emergency North Korea update then Putin’s #1 enemy
47:38 | Aug 9th, 2017
4 RECOMMENDATIONS
Former Deputy National Security Advisor Ben Rhodes talks through Trump’s promise of “fire and fury” if North Korea threatens the US and today’s reports on advances in North Korea's nuclear program. Th...Show More
3. Democracy Now! Audio
Democracy Now! is an independent daily TV & radio news program, hosted by award-winning journalists Amy Goodman and Juan González. We provide daily global news headlines, in-depth interviews and investigative reports without any advertisements or gov...Show More
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Democracy Now! 2018-03-19 Monday
59:00 | Mar 19th, 2018
1 RECOMMENDATION
Former Brazilian President Luiz Inácio Lula da Silva on running again for president even as he may head to jail on corruption charges, the assassination of Rio city councilmember and activist Marielle...Show More
AUDIO REMOVED: The podcast creator has removed the audio for this episode.4. Chapo Trap House
Podcast by Chapo Trap House
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Episode 129 - The Affordable Covfefe Act feat. Tim Faust (7/30/17)
1:06:33 | Jul 30th, 2017
4 RECOMMENDATIONS
Tim Faust (@crulge on Twitter) is back to break down the GOP's failed healthcare push, what comes next, and how to seize the moment and push for single-payer and beyond. Subscribe to Tim's newsletter...Show More
AUDIO REMOVED: The podcast creator has removed the audio for this episode.5. The Weeds
The Weeds is Vox's podcast for politics and policy discussions. Every Tuesday, Jonquilyn Hill and guests take a deep dive into the policies shaping our world — from immigration to climate change to crypto and more. Produced by Vox and the Vox Media ...Show More
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Live Weeds with Pete Buttigieg
1:04:33 | Mar 12th, 2019
2 RECOMMENDATIONS
Dara, Jane, and Matt sit down with the South Bend, Indiana, mayor and presidential candidate, live from South by Southwest. We are conducting an audience survey to better serve you. It takes no more t...Show More
6. Intercepted
The people behind The Intercept’s fearless reporting and incisive commentary discuss the crucial issues of our time: national security, civil liberties, foreign policy, and criminal justice. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more informatio...Show More
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Ruth Wilson Gilmore Makes the Case for Abolition (Part 1)
54:47 | Jun 10th, 2020
4 RECOMMENDATIONS
Chenjerai Kumanyika, assistant professor of journalism and media studies at Rutgers University, hosts a special two part discussion. Kumanyika is co-host of the podcasts Uncivil and Scene on Radio. He...Show More
7. Lovett or Leave It
Lovett or Leave It is a live variety show and podcast that breaks down the week’s news in politics and pop culture with sketches, games, jokes that literally never miss, and everyone’s favorite: nuanced analysis. Join Jon Lovett and an all star line ...Show More
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1:03:17 | Aug 19th, 2017
4 RECOMMENDATIONS
A week that began with marching ends with marching orders. Larry Wilmore, Gaby Dunn, and Langston Kerman join Jon to discuss the latest White House shake up and the fallout from Charlottesville. Plus ...Show More
8. The Argument
Strongly-held opinions. Open-minded debates. Only occasional yelling. A weekly ideas show, hosted by Jane Coaston.
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Which 2020 Underdogs Stand a Chance? (LIVE from NYC)
35:27 | Apr 17th, 2019
1 RECOMMENDATION
What should U.S. immigration policy look like? The columnists debate Kirstjen Nielsen's resignation, Trump's xenophobia and Obama's legacy on immigration live on stage at the Times Center in New York....Show More
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