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The Institute of Politics & CNN
The Axe Files with David Axelrod
David Axelrod, the founder and director of the University of Chicago Institute of Politics, and CNN bring you The Axe Files, a series of revealing interviews with key figures in the political world. Go beyond the soundbites and get to know some of the most interesting players in politics.
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4.5 stars from 8,681 ratings
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“The “Anti-Wokeism Coalition” is bigger than the “Anti-Trump Coalition”
I voted against Trump twice but not this time. The Progressive Wing of the Party went so far left, they left reality. It looks like the Democratic Party is going to double down on Identity Politics (see Seth Moultan) It’s...”Read full review »
frankwhitenyking via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/14/24
Complicit
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“I used to love this show, but stopped listening end of July 2024. Not a coincidence! Your derision and contempt for President Biden has been on display for very long. You helped bring about this result. But, I will be fine, and so will you. But, many won't.”Read full review »
blinky02jd via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
11/07/24
Thanks from Torquay in Australia!
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“I’m 70 and I love listening while I am walking along the ocean cliffs.
I find these episodes very interesting.. thank you
Gayle Robertson”
Gaylerobb via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
10/31/24
Recent Episodes
Democratic pollster John Anzalone wants voters to know that pollsters are not prognosticators. Instead, they use their findings to help craft strategy and messaging, and John has some advice for the Democratic Party after the 2024 election. He joined David to talk about the over saturation of...
Published 11/14/24
This week, The Axe Files reaches a milestone: 600 episodes. For this anniversary show, CNN’s Anderson Cooper sat down with David to talk about the origins of The Axe Files, some of the most memorable moments from the podcast, what David has learned about people and politics through the show, and...
Published 10/31/24
Published 10/31/24
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