To The Contrary with Charlie Sykes
You are not the crazy ones. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
- Indexed episodes, last 90 days
- 27
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- Sep 10, 2026
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- Jul 4, 2026
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Avlon: I Was There...Trump Wasn't (opens the original)
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John Avlon — journalist, author, and political commentator — joins Charlie to reflect on the lessons of 9/11 as its 25th anniversary approaches, break down the emerging 2028 Democratic field, and unpack Trump's strange fixation on movie-villain imagery. A conversation about memory, politics, and power you won't want to miss. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
O’Brien: Trump is Making America Weak Again (opens the original)
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Professor of Strategic Studies and host of The Phillips's Newsletter Podcast, Phillips O'Brien joins Charlie to talk about Trump's strange love for Russia, the decline of U.S. influence in Europe, and the Donald's infatuation with building monuments to himself. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
An Independent Miracle in Montana? (opens the original)
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Former University of Montana President and Green Beret Seth Bodnar is running for Senate as an Independent. He joins Charlie to talk about Hegseth's military purge, Canadian tariffs, and why neither party is what America needs. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Wolfers: Stupid Trade Wars and Gangster Government (opens the original)
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Economist Justin Wolfers joins Charlie to break down Trump's trade war with Canada, the controversial oil deal with Venezuela, and concerns over politicizing the U.S. Census Bureau. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
Auchincloss: Impeach Hegseth First (opens the original)
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Congressman Jake Auchincloss joins Charlie to discuss a wide array of topics, including the future of the Democratic Party, how they can become the party of ideas again, and which MAGA disciples face a reckoning after the November elections. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.
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