Some Trump critics are asking if the president is “wagging the dog,” stoking a conflict to distract from his own impeachment. But legendary journalist Sam Donaldson says he doesn’t think so. Paul Rieckhoff also joins the conversation and advocates for on-camera press briefings from the Pentagon and White House.
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CNN: Are Trump’s Iran actions motivated by media coverage?
Brian Stelter cites new reporting that shows Trump is being affected by news coverage of his actions in the Middle East. Katie Rogers says Trump “has a particular aversion to coverage that makes him look weak.” Paul Rieckhoff says leaders need to “control the tone, to de-escalate and in order to do that we… Continue reading CNN: Are Trump’s Iran actions motivated by media coverage?
MSNBC: Soleimani killing could fuel new Middle East war expert fears
The Trump administration has carried out a strike killing Iranian general Qassem Soleimani. Now many are questioning whether Donald Trump and the president’s White House officials have a plan to deal with the repercussions that will not get America embroiled in another war in the Middle East. Activist and author Zainab Salbi and host… Continue reading MSNBC: Soleimani killing could fuel new Middle East war expert fears
40. Live on Miami Beach. America’s Embassy In Iraq Under Attack. The 82nd Airborne Is Going Back to Baghdad. Trump Celebrates New Year’s Eve. Happy New Decade.
Happy New decade! The new year is picking up right where 2019 left off. Mayhem is our new normal. The American embassy in Iraq is under siege, Trump is again threatening war with Iran and North Korea is promising a new year of missiles and madness. Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) breaks it all down with his… Continue reading 40. Live on Miami Beach. America’s Embassy In Iraq Under Attack. The 82nd Airborne Is Going Back to Baghdad. Trump Celebrates New Year’s Eve. Happy New Decade.
39. 2019 Year End Special. Chris Cuomo. Samantha Bee. Chef Tom Collichio. Soledad O’Brien. Zainab Salbi. Ai Jenn Poo. Ethan Nadelmann. The Best of the Giving of the Gifts!
Whew! We made it. Christmas is over. Hanukkah is almost over. Festivus is done. And host Paul Rieckhoff (@PaulRieckhoff) has one last holiday gift: a special and quick end of year episode with some of our best guests from an incredible year of pods. It’s a short one. And a happy one. We’ll hear from… Continue reading 39. 2019 Year End Special. Chris Cuomo. Samantha Bee. Chef Tom Collichio. Soledad O’Brien. Zainab Salbi. Ai Jenn Poo. Ethan Nadelmann. The Best of the Giving of the Gifts!
38. Jason Alexander. Founding Festivus. The Making of Pretty Woman. Learning From Chita Rivera. Fighting Scleroderma. Dad, I’m Gonna Be a Martyr. George Constanza vs Jason Alexander. Why Australia Loves Seinfeld. Starring in a Nickelback Video.
This episode, we have a very special Festivus gift for all you good little boys and girls! Jason Alexander (@IJasonAlexander) joins Angry Americans for an extended and extremely candid conversation. Following our massive episode with Mayor Pete Buttigieg, we’ve got a huge change of pace. The man himself! The legend. The iconic actor who played… Continue reading 38. Jason Alexander. Founding Festivus. The Making of Pretty Woman. Learning From Chita Rivera. Fighting Scleroderma. Dad, I’m Gonna Be a Martyr. George Constanza vs Jason Alexander. Why Australia Loves Seinfeld. Starring in a Nickelback Video.
37. Pete Buttigieg. Reaction To The Afghanistan Papers. Mayor Pete’s Favorite Drink. His Unexpected Navy Recruiter Story. Arabic Not Aerobics. A President Who’s Not a Parent. What To Do When Your Dog Eats Chocolate. Army vs Navy
South Bend, Indiana Mayor Pete Buttigieg (@PeteButtigieg) is a political sensation, now topping polls in Iowa and New Hampshire. If elected in 2020, the Democrat will be the youngest President in American history and the first war veteran since George Bush Sr. Before a live audience, [26:19] Mayor Buttigieg sits down for one of his… Continue reading 37. Pete Buttigieg. Reaction To The Afghanistan Papers. Mayor Pete’s Favorite Drink. His Unexpected Navy Recruiter Story. Arabic Not Aerobics. A President Who’s Not a Parent. What To Do When Your Dog Eats Chocolate. Army vs Navy
36. Harry Smith. Traveling The Heart of America. Trump Implodes at NATO. Michigan vs Ohio State. Volkswagen Beetles and Tesla Cybertrucks. Holiday Roooaaad.
Harry Smith (@HarrySmith) [39:25] is an American media legend. The inspiring and beloved journalist has been a fixture in living rooms all across the country for decades. At NBC, CBS and A&E, Harry has told the stories of America. As the holiday season approaches, we’ll take a tour through the heart of our country with… Continue reading 36. Harry Smith. Traveling The Heart of America. Trump Implodes at NATO. Michigan vs Ohio State. Volkswagen Beetles and Tesla Cybertrucks. Holiday Roooaaad.
35. Sarah Jessica Parker, Rachel Maddow, Marc Roberge, Malcolm Nance, Scott Campbell, Wes Moore. The Thanksgiving Special: The Best Of The What Makes You Happy Question.
In this fun and inspiring special Thanksgiving episode, we go through the best of the “What makes you happy?” question. Paul has asked that same question of every single guest on the pod so far. And he picks out the best—after quirky and independently summarizing a wild week of important news. It’s a perfect pod… Continue reading 35. Sarah Jessica Parker, Rachel Maddow, Marc Roberge, Malcolm Nance, Scott Campbell, Wes Moore. The Thanksgiving Special: The Best Of The What Makes You Happy Question.
Rieckhoff on PRI: Is US military discipline in jeopardy?
US Navy Secretary Richard Spencer is out of a job after disagreeing with President Donald Trump over the case of Navy SEAL Eddie Gallagher. Also, pro-democracy protesters in Hong Kong had record voter turnout in a landslide victory for local council district elections. So, what comes next? And, a new study shows striking similarities… Continue reading Rieckhoff on PRI: Is US military discipline in jeopardy?
