Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov
We all know elections are won in the middle so why aren't politicians giving the people what they want? Bestselling author, professor and entrepreneur Scott Galloway and political strategist and The Five co-host Jessica Tarlov are here to give those of us who reside somewhere between the center left and the center right their takes on the latest politics all through a centrist lens. New episodes every Wednesday and Friday. Part of the Vox Media Podcast Network.
Episodes (83)
How To Defeat MAGA in Deep Red States
Jessica welcomes Jennifer Welch and Angie “Pumps” Sullivan — the fiery duo behind the hit podcast I’ve Had It. They join Raging Moderates to talk about the week’s biggest stories: Trump getting booed...
The Trump Epstein Doodle Bombshell
The GOP-led House Oversight Committee released Epstein’s “birthday book” in full… and it’s real gross. Scott and Jessica unpack the shocking revelations, and advise the Democrats on how to use this to...
Republicans Confront the Epstein Files (ft. Rep. Don Bacon)
What happens to a Republican who publicly clashes with President Trump? Jessica sits down with Rep. Don Bacon, a five-term Congressman in a blue-leaning district, who announced that he won’t be...
How Trump is Setting Back Public Health
After a Scott-free August, Prof. Galloway himself is back!
On his triumphant return to the show, Scott talks with Jessica about the misguided MAHA movement, and how the Trump administration is...
On his triumphant return to the show, Scott talks with Jessica about the misguided MAHA movement, and how the Trump administration is...
The Identity Politics Double Standard (ft. Rep. Marilyn Strickland)
Jessica is joined by Rep. Marilyn Strickland to talk about Trump’s threat to deploy the National Guard to Chicago, why she’s “all in” on retaliatory redistricting, and how her time as the mayor of...
Things Are Getting Real Fascist (ft. Aaron Parnas)
Jessica is joined by lawyer, journalist, and Substacker Aaron Parnas to talk through some alarmingly authoritarian news stories. Does Trump really intend to call in the military to police American...
How the Pandemic Changed Us (ft. Greg Gutfeld)
Do we still need to process what went on during the pandemic? Jessica sits down with FOX News's Greg Gutfeld, her co-host on The Five, to unpack the dense new film Eddington, written and directed by...
How Obamaworld is Elevating Zohran Mamdani (ft. David Axelrod)
Governor Gavin Newsom has emerged as a Democrat willing to fight dirty against Trump — but will he and the Democrats win? Jessica is joined by David Axelrod, CNN chief political analyst and former...
How Trump Could Win a Nobel Peace Prize (ft. Hillary Clinton)
Jessica sits down for a wide-ranging conversation with Hillary Clinton to tackle some of the most pressing challenges of our time. They explore how Donald Trump could attempt to broker an end to...
Trump's Military Occupation Comes to DC (ft. Shane Goldmacher)
Jessica sits down with New York Times national political correspondent Shane Goldmacher to unpack President Trump’s unprecedented takeover of D.C.’s police force — even as crime hits a 30-year low —...
A New Vision for the American Dream (ft. Mallory McMorrow)
Jessica is joined by Mallory McMorrow, a Michigan state senator running for U.S. Senate in 2026. Her speech against hate, lies, and Republican attacks against her went viral in 2022. Now McMorrow...
The 2028 Democratic Bench for President (ft. James Carville)
How can Democrats message against Trump in the midterm elections? Jessica is joined by veteran political strategist James Carville to talk about the future direction of the party, process the several...
Trump’s Damage to Intelligence (ft. Sen. Mark Warner)
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Jessica sits down with Senator Mark Warner, vice chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, to talk about the threats to our national security posed by the Epstein files, Signalgate,...
Jessica sits down with Senator Mark Warner, vice chair of the Senate Intelligence Committee, to talk about the threats to our national security posed by the Epstein files, Signalgate,...
Trump’s Trade Win or Spin?
Did Trump really negotiate a trade deal with the European Union? Or was the whole thing just a delay tactic? Scott and Jessica talk through the politics of the U.S./E.U. tariff talks, and analyze...
Can a Democrat Win in MAGA’s Hometown? (ft. former Rep. David Jolly)
Jessica is joined by David Jolly, the ex-GOP former Congressman who’s running for governor of Florida… as a Democrat. David talks about why he left the Republican Party, and why he’s focused on the...
Trump’s Desperate Epstein Distractions
Will Trump ever be able to shake off Jeffery Epstein? Scott and Jessica talk through it, and dissect all the distractions the White House keeps throwing in the way — like Tulsi Gabbard’s surprising...
The Fight for Fair Redistricting (ft. Texas Rep. James Talarico)
Scott and Jessica sit down with Texas representative James Talarico, the lawmaker and devout Christian whose speeches from the state house floor have gone viral. They talk about how his faith inspires...
Trump’s Epstein Problem
Will the Jeffrey Epstein case tear the Trump White House apart? Scott and Jessica talk through the discord over the Epstein files inside the administration — and in the Republican base, and they...
The Democrats Can’t Play Dead (ft. Rep. Seth Moulton)
In the wake of the GOP’s budget and policy bill passing, Jessica is joined by Congressman Seth Moulton to talk about what comes next for the Democrats. They discuss what Dems need to do to talk more...
Trump’s Art of No Deals
What will America look like in the (very) near future? Scott and Jessica talk through what to expect, with the White House announcing a new round of tariff threats and the GOP budget bill now signed...
How Democrats Reclaim Patriotism (ft. Rep. Jason Crow)
Jessica sits down with Congressman Jason Crow, an Army veteran who served three tours in Iraq and Afghanistan before coming to Washington. They talk about what it means to be American — and how that...
The GOP’s Unpopular and Harmful Bill (ft. Galen Druke)
With JD Vance casting a tiebreaking vote, the Senate voted Tuesday to advance the GOP budget bill. To process this news, Jessica is joined by Galen Druke — the former host of the FiveThirtyEight...
What Zohran’s Victory Signals About the Left (ft. Rep. Greg Casar)
Jessica sits down with Texas Congressman Greg Casar, chair of the House Progressive Caucus, to talk about how the Democrats can win back the trust of working class voters. They discuss Rep. Casar’s...
A Shaky Ceasefire (ft. Rep. Jim Himes)
Scott and Jessica talk through the aftermath of the weekend’s airstrikes in Iran — the lack of coordination in the lead-up, differing accounts of the damage, and confusion about a ceasefire. They’re...
How to Fight (and Beat) Trump in Court
Jessica is joined by Skye Perryman, President and CEO of Democracy Forward, a nonprofit organization behind many legal challenges to Trump administration policies currently in the courts. Skye talks...
Is Israel the Superpower of the Middle East?
Scott and Jessica unpack the rapidly escalating war between Israel and Iran under Trump’s leadership. As civilian casualties rise and Trump teeters on the edge of deeper U.S. involvement, millions of...
Team Resistance vs. Restraint (feat. Rep. Ritchie Torres)
Representative Ritchie Torres joins Scott and Jessica to talk about the Democratic Party’s strategy, the L.A. protests, the budget bill, and more. He reflects on his political journey as a 25-year-old...
Are Protestors Playing Into Trump’s Hands?
Scott and Jessica talk about the protests in California sparked by ICE raids, and the White House’s decision to deploy Marines and National Guard members in the city. They also get into what the...
MAGA’s Cultural Moment (feat. Wesley Morris)
Pulitzer Prize-winning critic Wesley Morris joins Jessica for a sharp, funny, and deeply thoughtful conversation about the intersection of politics and culture. They unpack the rise of right-wing...
Trump’s Trade War in Limbo
Scott and Jessica unpack the recent court rulings on the legality of Trump’s emergency tariff powers, and look ahead to the possible changes coming to the big, beautiful budget reconciliation bill in...
What’s Buried in the Bill (feat. Rep. Greg Landsman)
Congressman Greg Landsman joins Jessica to unpack the House’s massive budget bill—aka Trump’s “Big Beautiful Bill”—and the real-world consequences buried in its 1,100+ pages. Plus, how Democrats can...
The Death of the American Dream (feat. Rahm Emanuel)
Scott and Jessica sit down with Rahm Emanuel—former Chicago mayor, Obama Chief of Staff, and U.S. Ambassador to Japan—for an unfiltered conversation about the Democratic Party at a crossroads. They...
Peering Into the Crystal Ball (feat. Larry Sabato)
Scott and Jessica are joined by political scientist Larry Sabato, founder and director of the Center for Politics at the University of Virginia. They talk about the biggest current threats to American...
Biden’s Cancer Diagnosis
Scott and Jessica break down President Biden’s aggressive cancer diagnosis, which comes just as a new book claims his team may have hidden signs of serious decline during the 2024 campaign. Meanwhile,...
The Future of Anti-Trump Republicans (feat. Charlie Dent)
Jessica sits down with former Republican Congressman Charlie Dent—a lifelong conservative who broke with his party to back Biden in 2020 and Kamala Harris in 2024. They talk about what pushed him to...
Trump Blinks on China
Scott is joined by The Bulwark’s Tim Miller to break down reports that Trump may accept a $400M jet from Qatar, a shaky tariff truce between the U.S. and China, and Trump’s plan to deport migrants to...
How to Actually Drain the Swamp (feat. Rep. Ro Khanna)
Congressman Ro Khanna joins Jess to talk about reclaiming “Drain the Swamp” from the far right, why he thinks Democrats need to refocus on economic leadership, and what it means to be a “pro-growth...
Trump’s Trade War vs. Hollywood (feat. Sen. Chris Murphy)
The economy’s on edge, Trump’s tariffs are targeting Hollywood, and there’s chaos in the West Wing as Mike Waltz is out—and Marco Rubio is somehow doing four jobs at once. Plus, Senator Chris Murphy...
How To Make Centrism Sexy (feat. Sen. Cortez Masto)
Nevada Senator Catherine Cortez Masto joins Jessica to talk about leading the charge against political extremism as the new Honorary Chair of the ModSquad—a coalition of moderate Democrats focused on...
Trump’s 100 Days of Power Grabs
Scott and Jessica break down the first 100 days of Trump’s second term — from mass deportations and trade wars to the arrest of judges and shaky Ukraine peace talks. Plus, they dig into the state of...
Why Democrats Need to Focus On the Economy (feat. Rep. Jared Moskowitz)
Jessica is joined by Florida Congressman Jared Moskowitz for a candid, fiery, and unexpectedly funny conversation about the state of American politics—from legislative wins to messaging missteps. They...
SCOTUS Blocks Trump’s Deportation Efforts
Scott and Jessica unpack the Supreme Court’s decision to block Trump’s use of a centuries-old immigration law, the unraveling of Ukraine peace talks, and Pete Hegseth’s involvement in a second Signal...
Trump Pretends He's Above the Law (feat. Leader Hakeem Jeffries)
Live from the 92nd Street Y, Scott and Jessica sit down with House Democratic Leader Hakeem Jeffries for a candid, wide-ranging conversation. They cover Trump’s attacks on the rule of law, his latest...
The Art of the Trade War
Scott and Jessica break down the chaos surrounding Trump’s economic and immigration agendas. First, they dive into Trump’s trade war U-turn: after rattling global markets, he’s hit pause on his...
Do We Need an Elon of the Left? (feat. Mark Cuban)
Scott and Jess sit down with Mark Cuban to break down the aftermath of Trump’s tariffs, take stock of the Democratic Party, and hear how he plans to shake things up. They dig into the broken media...
The Price of Trump’s Trade War
Scott and Jessica break down Trump’s sweeping new trade war that’s tanking the markets, Elon Musk’s rumored White House exit after a rocky tenure as Trump’s government efficiency czar, and a fiery...
Keeping Kids Off Social Media & Betting on AI for Climate Action (feat. Sen. Brian Schatz)
Jessica Tarlov sits down with Senator Brian Schatz to discuss how Democrats are pushing back against Trump’s dismantling of USAID and leading the fight to protect Social Security. They also dive into...
The Possibility of a Third Trump Term (feat. Kellyanne Conway)
Jessica is joined by former Trump advisor Kellyanne Conway to break down the latest chaos inside the administration. They dive into the fallout from Signalgate—and the possible repercussions of...
Senator Ruben Gallego on Signalgate, Veteran Protections & Winning Male Voters
Arizona Senator Ruben Gallego joins Jessica to break down the leaked war planning Signal chat—calling for Secretary Hegseth’s resignation. He also discusses the growing Democratic infighting over...
How Social Security and Education Are Being Reshaped
Jessica and Scott dive into the chaos at the Social Security Administration after its chief threatened to shut it down—only to backtrack when a federal judge shut him down. They break down the latest...
Trump's Deportation Plans Backfire as Dems Hit Record Low
Scott and Jessica break down Chuck Schumer’s controversial vote on the spending bill, Trump’s defiance of a court order on deportations, and the escalating ceasefire talks between the U.S., Ukraine,...
Can the Courts Stop Trump’s Power Grab? (Feat. Marc Elias)
Attorney Marc Elias joins Jessica to break down the biggest legal battles shaping democracy today. From taking on restrictive voting laws to clashing with Elon Musk, Marc has been at the center of the...
Newsom's Centrist Approach and Kamala’s Political Future
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down Trump’s tariff whiplash and the chaos it’s causing for businesses. Then, they dig into Rep. Al Green’s censure after protesting Trump’s Joint Address and...
Desi Lydic on Comedy, Chaos, and Covering Trump (Again)
Jessica is joined by the hilarious and razor-sharp Daily Show host Desi Lydic. Jessica and Desi dive into what it’s like to create The Daily Show in today’s political climate, the challenges (and...
The Real Housewives of the Oval Office (Feat. Anthony Scaramucci & Gov. JB Pritzker)
Jessica Tarlov gets the inside scoop from Anthony Scaramucci—the man who lasted 11 wild days in the Trump White House—on where Trump fumbled in his meeting with Zelensky, what really went down during...
Trump Ditches Ukraine and Cozies Up to Putin
Trump is pivoting toward Russia, GOP fractures are deepening, and Mitch McConnell is calling it quits. One month into his second term, Trump is slashing budgets, cozying up to Putin, and pushing a...
What’s Trump’s Endgame in Ukraine?
Jessica and Tim Miller break down the biggest political moves of the week. Trump is making waves on the world stage, claiming a breakthrough in Ukraine talks with Putin—so what’s his real endgame?...
How Democrats Can Win Back Young Men (feat. Rep. Pat Ryan)
Jessica sits down with Congressman Pat Ryan, the Hudson Valley native representing New York’s 18th District. They discuss everything from his recent viral moment calling Elon Musk a "villain" to how...
Elon Musk’s Federal Government Takeover
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down Elon Musk’s growing influence in the government and the legal battles piling up against him and DOGE. They dive into Trump’s latest federal worker buyout...
Trump’s Short-Lived Trade War
Trump’s at it again—chaos, confusion, and a whole lot of head-scratching. This week, Scott and Jessica dig into the latest mess: a gutted federal government, Trump blaming DEI for a deadly plane...
Congressman Tom Suozzi on Bipartisanship in the Trump Era
Congressman Tom Suozzi joins Jessica for a candid conversation about what it really means to work across the aisle in today’s political climate. They dive into bipartisanship, whether Trump might...
Trump's Immigration Crackdown and the Democrats' Muted Response
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dive into Trump’s whirlwind first week back in office. From immigration crackdowns to controversial pardons and foreign aid freezes, they break down the chaos and its...
Trump’s First Moves, Biden’s Final Words
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov unpack the dramatic start of Donald Trump’s second presidency, including sweeping executive actions and controversial pardons. They also reflect on Joe Biden’s final...
LA’s Wildfires, Trump’s Bold Agenda, and Historic Sentencing
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the politics fueling Los Angeles’ record-breaking wildfires and the fallout from budget cuts, environmental policies, and political blame games. Then, they...
The Shadow of January 6th, Johnson’s Speakership, and Jimmy Carter’s Legacy
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov discuss the fourth anniversary of January 6th and its lasting impact on American democracy, Mike Johnson’s narrow win as Speaker and what it reveals about Trump’s...
The Anti-Trump Playbook with Tim Miller
Tim Miller, the host of The Bulwark Podcast and veteran Republican communications strategist, joins Scott and Jessica to discuss the big questions shaping the future of American politics. Tim shares...
Trump’s Day One Agenda, Syria’s Civil War, and 2025 Predictions
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dive into Trump’s big promises for day one of his presidency, the end of Assad’s regime in Syria, the heated debate over Biden’s potential preemptive pardons, the...
Biden Pardons Hunter, Trump’s Tariff Proposals, Kash Patel’s Appointment to Lead the FBI
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov discuss the implications of President Biden’s pardon for his son, Hunter. Then, they get into Trump’s tariff proposals, whether Kash Patel is fit to run the FBI, and...
Trump’s Cabinet Chaos Continues
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dive into the latest from Trump’s cabinet shuffle, including Matt Gaetz’s withdrawal and the surprising picks for Commerce, Treasury, and Education. They unpack the...
Pod Save America’s Jon Favreau on the Road Ahead for Democrats
Scott and Jessica sit down with Jon Favreau, co-host of Pod Save America and seasoned Democratic strategist, to unpack the aftermath of a tough election for Democrats. Jon shares his candid thoughts...
Trump’s Controversial Cabinet Picks
Scott and Jessica dive into Trump’s eyebrow-raising cabinet picks, including Pete Hegseth, Matt Gaetz, Tulsi Gabbard, and RFK Jr., and what they signal for the future of U.S. leadership. They also...
Democrats Point Fingers as Trump Assembles Cabinet
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dig into the Democratic blame game as party leaders clash over what went wrong. Did Biden's decision to run set them back, or was it Harris’s approach on key issues?...
The Trump Comeback and the 2024 Election Results
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov are joined by Semafor’s political reporter Dave Weigel to dive into the aftermath of Trump’s historic comeback and the 2024 election results. They unpack what a...
The Final Stretch and What To Look for on Election Night
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dive into the Election Day buzz and what to watch as the results start rolling in. They'll break down the final campaign twists, the surprising Ann Selzer Iowa poll,...
Charlamagne Tha God’s Take on the State of the Race
Scott and Jessica sit down with Charlamagne Tha God to discuss his recent headline-making interviews with Vice President Kamala Harris and his bold takes on today’s political landscape. Charlamagne...
The Final Week, John Kelly's Warning, and the Battle for Congress
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov dive into the final week of the campaign season. They discuss Kamala Harris’s star-studded rallies aimed at energizing voters, and Donald Trump’s push to engage...
Kamala on Fox News, Elon’s Election Gamble, and an Endorsement
In this live taping of Raging Moderates, Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov take you through the final sprint of the campaign, jaw-dropping early voting numbers, Elon Musk’s $1 million random payments,...
The Gender Gap, Media Blitzes and Misinformation
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov break down the latest political shakeups just three weeks before Election Day. They dive into new polls showing tight races in key battleground states, explore Harris...
October Surprises and the Final Campaign Stretch
Jessica Tarlov and Scott Galloway discuss Jack Smith’s filing and what it means for the Trump Campaign. They also give their thoughts on Harris’s media tour, recent endorsements for both the...
VP Showdown, Harris’s Border Visit, Mayor Adams Indicted, and Hogan on the GOP's Future
Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov preview the much-anticipated VP debate between J.D. Vance and Tim Walz. They also break down Kamala Harris's recent trip to the U.S.-Mexico border and the federal...
Tight Polls, North Carolina Governor’s Scandal, and Millionaires Are Renting Homes
Scott and Jessica dive into the latest polling with a close look at key battleground states. Then, the North Carolina governor’s race takes a scandalous turn as GOP front-runner Mark Robinson faces...
Another Assassination Attempt, Trump Refuses Future Debates, and the Pros and Cons of Tim Walz
Scott and Jessica discuss the second assassination attempt on former president Donald Trump, how each presidential candidate has shaped up following the debate, the latest polls, and whether Tim Walz...
Should We Care about Polling Data? Trump vs. Harris on Economic Policies, and Predictions for the Debate
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