Growing on me
I knew nothing of Glenn thrush only a few months ago, but then somehow heard the Obama interview. That one didn't impress me very much, but now the podcast was on my radar. And the title certainly intrigued me. Thrush usually starts off in a self referential manner, always highlighting his deep relationships with the interviewees. That can be a little annoying, but forgivable for someone who traffics in "deep relationships" Beyond that, my early impressions were that thrush traffics exactly in the gossip, rumors, and innuendo, that Bernie Sanders bemoaned so correctly during the primaries. His interviews with Clinton staffers are devoid of the really tough questions related to whether Clinton's flaws as a candidate were what proved fatal. He appears too chummy, and therefore unlikely to really get to the bottom of things. But then there were some redeeming podcasts. He gave Jill Stein the time and space she needs to really explain her positions and purpose. He didn't belabor the "Nader question" which preoccupied all other outlets. If you listen really carefully to the recent Grover Norquist interview, you hear the internal inconsistencies in the philosophy without thrush pinning him down. Overall, i'd like to hear a lot more on policy/political principals and less on gossip, innuendo, etc, but I'm listening regularly now, so I have to give it a 4.Read full review »
Sethymo via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 12/11/16
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I love Glenn and his work and the interviews he's able to have with just about anyone. It is fascinating to hear from those who really know the art and science of politics.Read full review »
Lovely Misfit via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/07/16
Like the behind the scenes look and Glenn asks great questions.
Jon9999999 via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 03/28/16
Glenn Thrush is such a whipsmart guy, and also has the knack to put his guests as ease. Exhibit 1: his interview with Hillary a couple of weeks ago. A longtime Long Island press guy, Glenn is a treat to listen to. One of my new favorite podcasts!
urockeru via Apple Podcasts · United States of America · 04/22/16
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