One week post election, we’re fired up and ready for the new challenges ahead. We’ll talk about the nomination process for Trump’s cabinet positions, legal strategies to oppose extreme MAGA policies using the Administrative Procedures Act and the real economic dangers of Trump’s tariffs. Later, Maya Wiley, civil rights attorney, former candidate for NYC Mayor and author of the memoir “Remember You Are A Wiley” joins to discuss strategies for protecting democracy. Wiley breaks down the threats...

In the aftermath of the election day nightmare, Tristan looks at the missed opportunities to prosecute Trump after the January 6th attemped coup, and the media's role in his ultimate resurgence. He also laments the Democratic party's dated approach to mainstream economic policy, and emphasizes the need for bold actions moving forward - all while urging us to stay deeply engaged in the long fight (to preserve our democracy) that lies directly ahead.

On the eve of Election Day, this final installment of our Decoding Project 2025 series delves deep into MAGA’s radical economic proposals, including massive tax cuts for the wealthy, the elimination of SALT deductions, and plans to defund or privatize critical financial institutions. We‘ll discuss how the proposed gutting of agencies like the IRS, Federal Reserve, and Consumer Financial Protection Bureau would benefit a small circle of ultra-wealthy individuals while potentially devastating...

Dive into the latest election developments as we analyze Trump's controversial Madison Square Garden rally and its impact on Latino voters. Learn how the "floating garbage" comments about Puerto Rico could reshape battleground states like Florida and Pennsylvania. Plus, discover surprising poll numbers from Kansas that might signal a broader shift in the electoral map. We'll break down Kamala Harris's game-changing Medicare home care proposal and what it means for American families, while...

In this eye-opening episode, we’re breaking down what Project 2025 could mean for your wallet. We’ll tackle tariffs, the shrinking middle class and we’ll uncover some of Project 2025’s shocking proposals, including dismantling the Patent Office (say what?), privatizing government services (hello, oligarchs?), and census shenanigans that could impact your representation. Don’t miss this crucial installment of “Decoding Project 2025.” It’s your guide to understanding Trump’s economic vision...

Heroes for Democracy Super Show If you missed Tuesday night's LIVE super show on Twitter, Facebook, Youtube and Instagram, we’ve got you covered. Hosts, Tristan Snell, JoJo from Jerz and Brooklyn Dad Defiant are joined by an army of guests to rally support for Kamala and raise funds to power key Democratic candidates and pro-democracy initiatives. The event features a series of special guests, beginning with Stephanie Miller, Olivia Julianna, Lauren Windsor, Anthony Scaramucci, Ty Ross...

In this installment of Decoding Project 2025, we uncover MAGA’s alarming plans to dismantle labor protections, civil rights laws, and transportation safety measures. From eliminating overtime pay to gutting anti-discrimination policies and rail safety regulations, we’ll take a look at how Project 2025 threatens workers' rights and public safety. Spoiler alert! It also reveals plans to cut veterans' benefits and increase political cronyism at the VA. Don't miss this crucial analysis of how a...

In this explosive episode, we dive deep into the latest developments in Georgia's crucial election landscape. Discover how record-breaking early voters are reshaping the political playing field, and uncover the shocking legal maneuvers Trump allies may attempt to manipulate the voting process. We break down the high-stakes battle for democracy, plus Tristan’s perspective on Trump's bizarre 30-minute musical interlude at a recent rally and what it reveals about media bias. Don't miss this...

Tristan is joined by the formidable Andrea Chalupa, host of the hard-hitting Gaslit Nation podcast. They're peeling back the layers on America's democracy crisis faster than Putin can say "fake news." From Kremlin-backed MAGA influencers to Georgia's neo-confederate voter suppression schemes, they draw chilling parallels between today's threats and history's darkest chapters, all while serving up a masterclass on why enforcing those dusty old laws might just save the republic. Sprinkle in a...

We sit down with Congressman Jamie Raskin for a deep dive into the strategies being employed to combat election subversion and "big lie" propaganda. Later he talks about his work with the January 6th Committee and delivers a passionate call to action for citizens to engage in the democratic process.

Buckle up, folks! In this jaw-dropping episode of Decoding Project 2025, Tristan breaks down the MAGA playbook for turning the DOJ into Trump's personal legal playground. If you thought the DOJ was already in hot water, Project 2025 wants to crank up the heat to 11. Tristan lays out why this matters to all of us who give a damn about democracy and equal justice.

It’s part 8 of our Project 2025 series and we’re exposing the MAGA “GRWM” makeover that would make even Trump's hair look understated. From dismantling government agencies faster than a toddler with a Lego set, to treating federal employees like seasonal retail workers, Project 2025 has it all. We'll dive into the nitty-gritty of "Schedule F" - because nothing says efficiency like turning government employment into a game of musical chairs. Join us as we navigate this rollercoaster of...

Tristan is joined by Representative Jasmine Crockett of Texas, who shares her unique path from aspiring anesthesiologist to rising Democratic star in Congress. Rep. Crockett offers insights on current legislative battles, including government funding and the farm bill, while also reflecting on her role as national co-chair for the Harris-Walls campaign. This episode provides an inside look at the challenges facing Congress and the personal story of a dynamic new voice in American politics.

In this episode, we discuss the fallout following false claims spread by JD Vance and Donald Trump about Haitian immigrants in Springfield, OH and the historical context of xenophobia in America. Later, Representative Ro Khanna joins the show to provide insights from Capitol Hill and discuss the urgent need to counteract these divisive narratives.

From dismantling healthcare as we know it to rolling back civil rights, Project 2025 reads like a dystopian novel—only it's terrifyingly real. We'll dissect the absurdities of these proposals, including pregnancy surveillance and the attack on Medicare.

In this post-debate episode, we’ll talk debate strategy and how Kamala Harris masterfully baited Trump into a frenzy of fact-checkable falsehoods and unhinged outbursts from his weird pet-eating paranoia to his Charlottesville revisionism.

In this 6th installment of "Decoding Project 2025," we delve deep into their alarming plans for the Departments of Education and Energy including: dismantling school accreditation, eliminating support for underprivileged students, repealing crucial climate change legislation and stifling renewable energy progress…and so much more!

This week on Taking Down Trump, Tristan reflects on his time at the Democratic National Convention, Trump's eyebrow-raising gala for January 6th "guests," and the former president's apparent foray into unauthorized Middle East diplomacy. He’s joined for a conversation with Senator Sheldon Whitehouse, who pulls back the curtain on Supreme Court corruption. They discuss billionaire influence, ethical gymnastics by certain justices, and potential fixes like term limits and an actual ethics code...

In this week's episode, fresh off the DNC, Tristan Snell breaks down the Trump University scandal. As a prosecutor who led the New York Attorney General's Trump University investigation, Tristan gives us an insider's look at how he brought down one of Trump's most notorious scams, interviewing hundreds of victims and ultimately securing a $25 million settlement. We dive into how the Trump turned his biggest fans into unwitting cash cows, and what it tells us about his political playbook. Grab...

It’s Part 5 of our Decoding Project 2025 series and we’re diving headfirst into its assault on America's farmers, food supply, and public health. From slashing aid for struggling farmers and gutting critical SNAP programs that feed hungry families, the real kicker is the elimination of food safety regulations, allowing their corporate cronies to peddle tainted meat and toxic baby formula - because who needs a healthy next generation when there's a buck to be made? It’s a dystopian vision,...

In this eye-opening installment of "Decoding Project 2025," Tristan Snell dissects the alarming foreign policy proposals in Donald Trump's blueprint for a second term. From gutting the State Department to abandoning NATO, Snell exposes how Project 2025 would cripple American diplomacy and embolden adversaries like Russia and China. Learn about plans to end aid to Ukraine, betray the Kurds, and slash support for Africa. Snell also reveals the document's hypocritical stance on classified...

In part 3 of this series, the focus is on the Project 2025 section about the Department of Homeland Security (DHS) and the author of this section, Ken Cuccinelli, who proposes turning DHS into an immigrant Gestapo; including detention without due process, and warrantless detention by ICE. Tristan also discusses the mass denaturalization of legal immigrants, mass deportation of Dreamers and refugees, and the weakening of cybersecurity and protection against disinformation. And finally, the...

Tristan Snell unpacks the latest from the campaign trail from Tim Walz's VP nod to Trump's desperate rants. But the real kicker? J.D. Vance's not-so-subtle flirtation with authoritarianism. Snell breaks down how this Yale Law grad went from Trump critic to MAGA puppet, peddling dangerous ideas about voting rights and the end of the American republic. Is Vance just weird, or is he the most extreme candidate in America’s history? Tristan exposes the threats to democracy hiding behind Vance’s...

In this second episode of Taking Down Trump's special series, Tristan Snell exposes the details behind the dangerous Project 2025 blueprint for dismantling the Department of Homeland Security (DHS), and privatizing the Transportation Security Administration (TSA) and Federal Emergency Management Agency (FEMA). Actions which would create immense risks to national security and the safety of millions of Americans. The deep dive focuses on the section written by former Trump administration DHS...