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“I'm an avid podcast listener and CC is my absolute favorite. These are such honest discussions, with such a variety of candidates and insiders. Totally fascinating. Please please please bring it back!!”Read full review »
no more fake itunes music via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/20/21
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“The first season was interesting and the hosts were only slightly biased during that season. They also had a good mix of varying perspectives during it and most of the episodes focused on different aspects of running for office.
However, the hosts became so biased during the second season that...”Read full review »
Greg_Chicago via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/15/19
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“Excellent interviews. Can we get another season?!”
MikeWaasowski via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/05/19
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“Quality reporting that never shies away from the tough questions and asks their guests to do some real soul searching. I really hope they bring it back; my favorite podcast.”
Noahlips via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/18
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“In the age of trump there must be so many good stories to be told. Hoping for a season 3”
BigfootSavage via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/17/18
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“I really enjoy this podcast. I actually have an idea for a story. You should interview Nick Casey. Look him up, he would be an interesting story I think. Keep up the good work.”
JaredfromReno via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
12/06/17
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“Like several other reviews this is brilliant.
Well produced and fascinating.”
peanutseller via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
11/06/17
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“Love this podcast, informal, informative, funny and clever. Love it!”
Timomajoor via Apple Podcasts ·
Belgium ·
10/31/17
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“Wonderful podcast! This is one of the most interesting shows out there. I’m fascinated by every episode, regardless of how much or little I know about the subject beforehand. Very well done.”
LEC87 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/11/17
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“I began listening to this during Season 2, but love the inside look. Jason and Sam are fantastic interviewers, thoughtful and engaging in their discussions. Sad the season is already over, but looking forward to more.”
LibinIN via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
10/06/17
“Listen to these three if you want to see a different side to politics”
Zk1025 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/03/17
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“Love the glimpse into Washington. Excellent podcast - subscribe!”
mbe999 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/05/17
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“Heard about it on primary concerns and I love the interview style and candid conversation.”
Ryallm via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
08/04/17
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“Honest and messy. Human side of campaigning. So great.”
Annelí via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/20/17
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“Now I generally would run away from anything that has a connection to the Huffington Post, but this podcast is really something else. The insight of past political campaigns through different perspectives is a genius podcast idea for any political junky. The structure and quality of episodes do...”Read full review »
Tevinh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/19/17
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“Just discovered this podcast. Highly recommend to all those who love politics and strategic communications.”
full fun via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
07/09/17
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“oscar-worthy”
Zach!@#$ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/05/17
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“New season is great so far. Insightful, well produced, concise but comprehensive. Keep making more!”
Ethan191 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/28/17
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“I have not listened to it yet, but it has to be great if Sam Stein is hosting.
I will listen when the new season comes out. Of course, we all want to hear him interview Hillary and people on her team. Also is George H W Bush open to this - he could do it remotely. Bob Dole? Two of the last...”Read full review »
gandolfication via ·
06/07/17
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“Love the podcast! Definitely enjoyed the Healthcare and Comey episodes as well. Thanks guys, keep it up!!!”
famous_eleven via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/17/17
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“I listen to a lot of Podcasts and this is one of my absolute favorites. A witty, unvarnished look into past campaigns from mayoral races to presidential campaigns. Give it a shot!”
Butterbrickl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/17
“So great to hear stories from the candidates themselves on what their electoral lives--and deaths--were like. How the hosts manage to elicit such frankness from their subjects is beyond me. Can't wait for the 2016 autopsies!”Read full review »
McCrackan via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
01/20/17
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“Love this podcast! I've run for office before and lost so this is so much fun to hear. Beyond that it is fun to hear the human side of people that are so polarized in media.”Read full review »
Xz74 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/29/16
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“I'm obsessed. If you want to find a way to understand the other side and get an amazing view of campaign life you must listen. It's a binge worthy podcast.”Read full review »
OnTheRadio via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/06/16
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“From Howard Dean to Bachman (who is almost likeable :o), so fun. My fav episodes are Jesse Jackson and the guy from Al Gore's team. Truly gutting. Can't wait until you come back and have Kelly Ann Conway on after her huge loss. ;) I left one episode I listened, the Wiener. I missed the podcast...”Read full review »
Jann101 via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
09/26/16
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“Here is a list of a few things that I think are holding your podcast back:
1. Your intro sequence is bad and downright creepy. Go listen to the brilliant theme to More Perfect or even the serviceable NPR Politics podcast theme, and be ashamed. Paying someone to write a good theme song would go a...”Read full review »
Erondites via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
09/16/16
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“If you've read Game Change or Double Down so often you can quote verbatim this podcast is for you. Highly recommend for anyone who is interested in behind the scenes of campaigns Always respectful of their subjects the show doesn't softball or shy away from the tough questions”
Running is a cruel mistress via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
08/10/16
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“My favorite podcast right now. Love these interviews and always look forward to the next episode.”
ANMIReviewrrr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/10/16
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“This is an amazing podcast that makes you like people you previously couldn't stand. Michelle Bachman comes to mind. Sam Stein and Jason Cherkis approach these interviews as the political geeks they are. They don't care if you are Newt Gingrich or Howard Dean, they just want to delve into...”Read full review »
thundermustard via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
07/06/16
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“It truly is great. The first season is over (so sad, but you should download all the episodes immediately). you won't be disappointed. even michelle bachman sounds reasonably interesting.”Read full review »
Booji999 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/11/16
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“I used to enjoy this podcast, but in recent podcast their anti GOP bias has become intolerable. When they interview a losing democrat, they mourn with them as if they lost their first born. When a Republican comes on, they become timid and sometimes giddy with excitement. I am not a staunch GOP...”Read full review »
binyam via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/06/16
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“I can never seem to get enough of this podcast. Just when I think they’ve picked someone who won’t be an interesting interviewee, they prove me wrong. Thanks for making my preconceptions look short sighted, I enjoy being wrong each and every time!”
Annannanna via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
06/01/16
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“This is a really good podcast, but the questions are the softest of softballs. I understand the purpose of the podcast is to allow the candidates to share their stories, but the hosts of the show allow the candidates to set their own agenda for each episode. I wish there were a few more pressing...”Read full review »
ToneTone541 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/27/16
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“I'm no doubt biased, because I used to work with Sam and Jason, but this is a terrific podcast! I'm hooked on it. Their insight that candidates and political operatives in losing campaigns would be more willing and able to speak candidly about their experiences is brilliant. You'll...”Read full review »
MarkBinDC via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/22/16
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“Thanks for the behind-the-scenes-insights into the political process. This podcast reminds all of us, not just those interested in politics, that losing is part of the game.”
Alohakrisi via Apple Podcasts ·
Switzerland ·
05/15/16
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“Good subjects and interviews but PLEASE change the opening music and intro! It's slow and drains excitement that is created during the set up of the interview and the "I'm Sam Stein, no I'm Sam Stein" is old and annoying. Otherwise great show!”Read full review »
Tallchessehead via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/12/16
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“Sam Stein nailed this....a brilliant and original idea...one of few this political season or ever in this medium frankly... . He (and Cherkis) made even those folks I would have never voted for ever into approachable, sympathetic characters...not even their paid handlers could do that btw. All...”Read full review »
sikadel via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/12/16
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“These interviews about previous campaigns provide a break from the current, over-heated election. The podcast seems tailor-made for ‘political junkies,’ while others might listen to just one or two episodes that particularly interest them. I really enjoyed the candid, behind-the-scenes discussion...”Read full review »
E_Tx via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/11/16
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“This is one of the "wait all week" podcasts for me. The hosts' realistic, irreverent, prodding interview style makes for some interesting conversations with our country's greatest losers.”Read full review »
buttChillin79 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
05/06/16
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“Great podcast with candidates whose run for whatever position has, for some reason or another failed. Features insightful interviews with high-profile names, including Martin O' Malley who talked to this podcast first after his failed presidential run.”
MultipackCan via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
05/02/16
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“If you’re a politics addict, then this is the podcast for you.”
@ross_chmiel via Apple Podcasts ·
Great Britain ·
04/28/16
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“I look forward to this podcast every week. Great insight and candid discussion.”
Idominicis via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/25/16
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“This is such a great podcast for politics/gossip junkies. Everyone I recommend it to loves it! Now that you have a big following, please don't do anymore interviews via phone. The audio for the last couple interviews makes it unbearable!”Read full review »
CRSchneider via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/18/16
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“the newt gingrich interview is amazing, as is the michael steele one and the ones with the losers of local elections! great podcast”
octpbh via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/16
“This is such an interesting close up on politicians you have seen in these news, or maybe are just learning about. Candid is the best word to describe the podcast. It is a refreshingly honest take on loses from directly from politicians. Every episode I learn something new, or hear something...”Read full review »
MV0125 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/14/16
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