iGen Politics Podcast

Olivia Troye Describes Trump Administration as "Cruel" and "Chaotic" | FULL Must-Watch Interview

6.6K views · 4y ago · 59:34

Guest: Olivia Troye

Olivia Troye worked on national security and homeland security issues at the National Counterterrorism Center, the United States Department of Energy Office of Intelligence and Counterintelligence, and the DHS Office of Intelligence and Analysis. Olivia then served as a homeland security and counterterrorism advisor to Vice President Mike Pence and as a member of the White House Coronavirus Task Force until she left her position in summer of 2020.

Miles Taylor: Trump Cabinet Seriously Considered Invoking 25th Amendment | FULL Bombshell Interview

6.3K views · 4y ago · 46:39

Guests: Miles Taylor, National Security

Before working for President Trump, Miles served in the George W. Bush administration, but he started his political career even earlier – while in High School, and continued it during the Trump administration when he served as Chief of Staff under Department of Homeland Security Secretary Kirstjen Nielsen. It was while he was at DHS in 2018 that he penned the anonymous NYTimes op-ed.

Kirsten Powers Blasts Fox News for Spreading Dangerous Lies and Misinformation | FULL INTERVIEW

3.9K views · 4y ago · 52:14

Kirsten Powers is currently a columnist for USA Today and an on-air political analyst at CNN, where she appears regularly on Anderson Cooper 360, CNN Tonight with Don Lemon, and the Lead with Jake Tapper. She is also the author of a new book, “Saving Grace: Speak Your Truth, Stay Centered, and Learn to Coexist with People Who Drive You Nuts.” But, more importantly to our top, Kirsten previously appeared regularly on Fox News as a contributor known to be liberal.

Rep. Madeleine Dean: Donald Trump Must Be Held Accountable To Fullest Extent | FULL Interview

2.9K views · 4y ago · 35:01

Guest: Rep. Madeleine Dean

Jill and Victor are joined by impeachment manager Rep. Madeleine Dean to share what it was like inside the Capitol during the 1/6 insurrection. They break down Donald’s pivotal role in it based on his words and attempts to foment disinformation, then highlight the importance of holding him accountable while supporting efforts to protect our voting rights.

Jonathan Capehart on Why He Won't Tolerate Nonsense and Lies | FULL Interview

2.1K views · 4y ago · 57:20

Jill and Victor are joined by journalist Jonathan Capehart for a conversation about finding your way in politics and journalism, how essential it is to have diverse experiences, and the need to chase opportunities. They also look at the importance of message discipline in governance, and the value of listening and staying true to your values while covering current events.

David French Breaks Down the Dangers of the New Right and Donald Trump | Full MUST-WATCH Interview

4.8K views · 4y ago · 55:55

Jill and Victor are joined by conservative commentator and author David French for a look at the devolution of the Republican party under Donald Trump, and how good journalism and conservative thinkers can reclaim it. Will the media be able to focus on substance and reason instead of division? And are our politics up to the challenge of bringing common sense and purpose back to our country again?

Rep. Mondaire Jones 'Disappointed' in Attorney General Garland's Caution on 1/6 | FULL Interview

877 views · 4y ago · 35:34

Guest: Congressman Mondaire Jones

Jill Wine-Banks and Victor Shi are joined by Congressman Mondaire Jones (from New York) to look at the dangers to our country posed by a failing judicial system, the undermining of our voting rights, and the insurrection against the government by Trumpists on 1/6/2021. What policies and practices are needed to protect us, and what will it take for us to enact them?

Molly Jong-Fast on How to Save A Democracy in Peril and Danger | FULL Interview

2.7K views · 4y ago · 56:31

Jill Wine-Banks and Victor Shi are joined by author and journalist Molly Jong-Fast for a look at her life as a writer, what it takes to make your career, and how she uses the platform to have a political voice. While doing so, they examine the many injustices and anti-democratic policies and people who have undermined our government and our rights in the Trump era.

David Cay Johnston: Donald Trump is a Cheater and Grifter | FULL Must-watch Interview

109K views · 4y ago · 57:47

Guest: David Cay Johnston

Jill Wine-Banks and Victor Shi are joined by David Cay Johnston, investigative journalist and author of “The Big Cheat: How Donald Trump Fleeced America and Enriched Himself and His Family", for an examination of the Trump presidency from the reporter who’s covered him the longest. They break down Trump’s monetization of the office, his history of skirting the law, and whether he and other politicians can or will be held accountable.

Stephanie Miller Believes Republicans are "Terrorists" | FULL Interview

8.8K views · 4y ago · 42:41

Jill and Victor welcome broadcast and radio sensation Stephanie Miller to discuss her journey from radio into political commentary and the need to let go of your initial plans to pursue your passion and find what’s waiting for you. They also discuss the perils of the mainstream media's ‘both sides-ism’, and the increasing craziness manifesting in our country—especially in the Republican party.

Jennifer Rubin: How Women Saved Democracy and Defeated Donald Trump | Full Interview

1.7K views · 4y ago · 54:31

Guest: Jennifer Rubin

Jill Wine-Banks and Victor Shi are joined by Jennifer Rubin, author of “Resistance: How Women Saved Democracy from Donald Trump" and columnist for the Washinton Post. Together, they examine the threats to our democracy and the role women play in protecting it. They also look at what messaging and policies are needed to preserve the growing Democratic coalition, how to create lasting change, and the critical role young people and women have in leading the country forward.

Jonathan Karl Tell-All Interview: Donald Trump Betrayed America & Democracy in His Final Act

18K views · 4y ago · 1:09:58

Guest: Jonathan Karl

Jill Wine-Banks and Victor Shi sit down with Jonathan Karl, author of the brand new explosive book, “Betrayal: The Final Act of the Trump Show,” and Chief White House Correspondent for ABC News, to understand what it was like covering Trump after his loss to President Biden and during the mayhem he caused during the Covid crisis and on 1/6. In light of what we saw in his response to those events, what is the balance between journalism and advocacy?

Martha Minow Offers Solutions to Fixing The Press and Media in America | Must-Watch FULL Interview

809 views · 4y ago · 1:07:05

Martha Minow is the former Dean of Harvard Law School, current 300th Anniversary University Professor at Harvard, and author of a new book called, “Saving the News: Why the Constitution Calls for Government Action to Preserve Freedom of Speech.” Professor Minow has taught at Harvard Law School since 1981 and is widely regarded as an expert in human rights and advocacy for members of racial and religious minorities and for women, children, and persons with disabilities as…

Randi Weingarten: Violence & Threats to School Boards is A Threat to Democracy: FULL Interview

644 views · 4y ago · 56:42

Guest: Randi Weingarten

Jill Wine-Banks and Victor Shi are joined by American Federation of Teachers President Randi Weingarten to examine the effects of the pandemic and increasing polarization on education There’s never been a greater need for national cohesion supporting young people, building community-teacher connections, and fighting systemic inequity. Are we up to the challenge?

How Amanda Litman Is Recruiting The Next Generation to Run For Something | FULL Interview

686 views · 4y ago · 37:13

Guest: Amanda Litman