The Rest Is Politics: US

by Goalhanger
TRIP US uncovers secrets from inside the White House inner circles as well as taking a wider look at the intricacies of United States society and how they shape the world's most important economy.The podcast is hosted by Anthony Scaramucci (The Mooch), former White House Director of Communications and Wall Street financier, and Katty Kay, US special correspondent for BBC who has been covering US politics for almost 30 years. Stay informed with in-depth discussions on key political events, policy changes, and the forces shaping America’s future on the global stage.New episodes released every Friday, or join our clu...
Episodes

210. Todd Blanche’s Humiliating U-Turn: Will Trump Make Him Pay?
Is Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization fund’ finally dead? Can DC Attorney General, Jeanine Pirro, survive Trump’s reflecting pool tirade? And, what is really driving Abdul El-Sayed’s success in the Michigan Senate race? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. Visit https://eightsleep.com/tripus and use the code TRIP US for up to £350 off the Pod 5. Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

209. Netanyahu Vs Zelensky: Who Has Trump’s Ear?
Has the Trump-Netanyahu alliance reached breaking point? What was the real reason for Laura Loomer’s pivot on Ukraine? And, will California Governor Gavin Newsom’s recent scandal be his downfall? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

208. Are the Democrats Too Broke to Win the Midterms?
What is the Democratic Party’s biggest challenge to beat Trump in the midterms? Does Troy Jackson stand a chance as Graham Platner’s replacement in Maine’s Senate race? And, should the White House Correspondents’ Dinner be cancelled next year? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Leadership Mistake Almost Everyone Makes (Adam Grant)
*Doing it Anyway with Katty Kay* How can managers give advice people actually listen to? What's the best way to earn a promotion without burning out? And, could procrastination actually improve your work? Katty Kay is joined by organisational psychologist, Adam Grant, to answer all these questions and more. Email: doingitanyway@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Emma Jackson, Celine Charles Producer: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

206. How Trump Is Using China to Sabotage the Midterms
Is Trump trying to engineer a 'hate election'? Is there any evidence Beijing interfered in the 2020 presidential election? And, has the FBI really been told to stop investigating ICE agents? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Hidden Psychology of Confident People (Ally Love)
*Doing It Anyway with Katty Kay* What is the ultimate confidence hack anyone can build? How can you handle early career failure without losing confidence? And, what’s the best way of feeling fear, and doing it anyway? Katty Kay is joined by Ally Love, Peloton instructor and entrepreneur, to answer all these questions and more. Email: doingitanyway@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Emma Jackson, Celine Charles Producer: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

205. The Secret Message in Todd Blanche’s Senate Hearing
What were the key takeaways from Todd Blanche and Jay Clayton’s confirmation hearings? Was JD Vance’s interview with Joe Rogan a major misstep? And, is Trump in a ‘forever war’ with Iran? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

204. Why Lindsey Graham’s Death Will Change Trump’s Agenda
What will be Senator Lindsey Graham’s legacy? Has Ukraine just lost a vital ally in Washington? And, are we entering an even darker phase of ICE arrests? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. Visit https://eightsleep.com/tripus and use the code TRIP US for up to £350 off the Pod 5. Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

The Secret To Asking For A Pay Raise (Mika Brzezinski)
*Doing It Anyway with Katty Kay* What’s the correct way to ask for a pay raise without being labelled as 'bossy'? How should you deal with a colleague who steals your ideas? And, are women really less risk averse than men, or do they just face greater consequences from taking risks? Katty Kay is joined by Mika Brzezinski, founder of the Know Your Value movement, co-host of Morning Joe, and best-selling author to answer all these questions and more. Email: doingitanyway@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Emma Jackson, Celine Charles Producer: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

201. Trump’s A Crypto Billionaire While Americans Are Getting Poorer
Does Trump’s annual financial disclosure expose his corruption as worse than we thought? How should the media respond to Trump’s punitive lawsuits against them? And, what are the key takeaways from the Supreme Court’s ruling on birthright citizenship? Anthony Scaramucci is joined by journalist Kara Swisher as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

200. Trump’s Immigration Crackdown Will Backfire
What does the Supreme Court’s recent ruling mean for asylum seekers? Will Trump’s anti-immigration agenda wreck the economy? And, on America’s 250th birthday, why are most US citizens not hopeful for the future? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. Visit https://eightsleep.com/tripus and use the code TRIP US for up to £350 off the Pod 5. Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

199. White House Shouting Match: Is Trump Sabotaging His Own Party?
Are GOP lawmakers finally standing up to the President? What does an explosive new book tell us about Trump’s White House? And, could the issue of Israel tear the Democratic Party apart? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Summer sale is here: get an annual membership for a third off with code SUMMER26. That's ad-free listening, every bonus episode, and full access to our exclusive members' series. Sale ends August 31st, so grab it before summer's over. Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

198. Trump's War On Europe: No Way Back?
What does the resignation of Keir Starmer mean for US-UK relations? Has Italian Prime Minister Georgia Meloni taught European leaders how to deal with Trump? And, will Vance’s role in the Iran negotiations boost his presidential ambitions? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listening, members-only miniseries, early access to live show tickets and a bonus members-only Q&A podcast every week. Sign up at therestispoliticsus.com Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

197. Vance Vs Hegseth: Who Takes the Fall for Trump’s Iran Deal?
What has been the right-wing reaction to the US-Iran deal? Is Trump already looking for a scapegoat? And, what is the real motive behind JD Vance’s new book on faith? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Father’s Day discounted gift memberships available here. Treat your dad to ad-free listening, Founding Members' Q&As, members-only miniseries, and much more. Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

196. Trump’s Iran Deal: One Big American Failure?
Will Trump’s new peace deal with Iran actually work? Is it any better than Obama’s original agreement? And, what was the real motive behind his UFC White House event? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Father’s Day discounted gift memberships available here. Treat your dad to ad-free listening, Founding Members' Q&As, members-only miniseries, and much more. Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices
194. Trump Vs Netanyahu: Who’s Calling The Shots?
Is Israeli Prime Minister, Benjamin Netanyahu, the main obstacle for Trump’s peace deal? Will the Strait of Hormuz ever return to normal? And, what does Trump’s angry NBC interview walkout tell us about his relationship with the US news media? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Father’s Day discounted gift memberships available here. Treat your dad to ad-free listening, Founding Members' Q&As, members-only miniseries, and much more. Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

193. Trump’s on a Losing Streak - Have Republicans Had Enough?
Why did Donald Trump’s ‘anti-weaponization’ fund fail? Is Trump’s new pick for acting director of national intelligence, Bill Pulte, the final straw for the GOP? Are Democrats backing the wrong horse in Maine’s Senate race with Graham Platner? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listening, members-only miniseries, early access to live show tickets and a bonus members-only Q&A podcast every week. Sign up at therestispoliticsus.com Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

189. Trump’s Secret Slush Fund: His Most Corrupt Act Yet
Is Trump about to use taxpayer money to pay out January 6th rioters? Has the Department of Justice become a law firm for his family? And, how did Ken Paxton beat Senator John Cornyn to Trump’s endorsement in the Texas primary? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listening, members-only miniseries, early access to live show tickets and a bonus members-only Q&A podcast every week. Sign up at therestispoliticsus.com Buy your tickets for our North America tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Head to join.whoop.com/politics to get started with WHOOP today. Get our exclusive NordVPN deal here ➼ nordvpn.com/tripus It's risk-free with Nord's 30-day money-back guarantee ✅ Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

188. Trump Declares War On His Own Party
Can Republican congressman, Thomas Massie, beat his Trump-backed rival in the Kentucky primary? Does Trump still have an iron grip on the GOP? And, with the Iran war at a deadlock, is a global fuel crisis imminent? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listening, members-only miniseries, early access to live show tickets and a bonus members-only Q&A podcast every week. Sign up at therestispoliticsus.com Buy your tickets for our US tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Head to join.whoop.com/politics to get started with WHOOP today. Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

187. Trump and Xi Face Off: Who Won and Who Lost?
What are the key takeaways from Trump’s visit to Beijing? Are the US and China on a direct collision course? And, is Washington moving away from Taiwan? Join Katty Kay and Anthony Scaramucci as they answer all these questions and more. Become a Founding Member: Go deeper into US politics every week with ad-free listening, members-only miniseries, early access to live show tickets and a bonus members-only Q&A podcast every week. Sign up at therestispoliticsus.com Buy your tickets for our US tour here Sign up to our free newsletter here Head to join.whoop.com/politics to get started with WHOOP today. Instagram: @RestPoliticsUS Twitter: @RestPoliticsUS Email: therestispoliticsus@goalhanger.com Video Editor: Kieron Leslie Social Producer: Charlie Johnson Assistant Producer: Alfie Rowe Producers: Fiona Douglas, India Dunkley Executive Producer: Tom Whiter Advertise with us: Partnerships@goalhanger.com Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices