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“This podcast is excellent. It consistently delivers high quality reporting and engaging interviews. The host, Astead, is also very thoughtful and always has the best the questions. Honestly, the only politics podcast I need in my life.”
jack.grim via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/19/24
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“Love Astead’s interviews!”
CinciJJ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/13/24
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“UPDATE: I just listened to “Don’t ask RFK Jr about being a spoiler” and it made me lose so much more respect for the host, Astead Herndon. The whole episode was Astead attacking RFK Jr and trying to find a “gotcha moment”. You can almost feel the anger coming off of him. I don’t know how this is...”Read full review »
Maekar_I via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
04/01/24
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Dallas Awad via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
03/30/24
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“love this podcast”
ronnivl via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/24
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“I appreciate your work. Your interviews are skillfully conducted.. It helps me see how the individual details of folks’ experiences shape how they come to their voting decisions. Whether they be committed party voters, undecided voters, independents or complete non-voters. It shows that the the...”Read full review »
AndrewH1962 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/29/24
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“This is some of the best reporting and journalism that’s crucial to understanding the facts on all sides.”
collywolly711 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/24
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“I’ve been a long-time listener of the daily, and when the Run Up began I was optimistic. There have been some good episodes, but the host seems to have a hard time articulating his questions and continues to repeat what he asked. The biggest disappointment was the RFK, Jr episode, where the was...”Read full review »
Haverstrap via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/28/24
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“The good: helpful”
racyjefe via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/26/24
“@Listener53 Great interview skills, eh? You appreciate how Astead asked about vaccines, and then when RFK Jr finished his background context and began to respond to Astead’s question he was cut off and you didn’t even allow him to answer. How incredibly rude and unprofessional. Instead you did...”Read full review »
Jupe2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/23/24
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“If someone, not Trump, a person of color, a woman, someone in the LGBTQ community who’s for birth and gun control was accused of only 1/2 of the charges, would you want them in the White House?
If Trump is innocent, why delay the trials where he could immediately to clear his name?
Do you...”Read full review »
RSS1234567890 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/23/24
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“I have loved this podcast up until Vivek and RFK. Both of these guys are complete buffoons. Trump is bad enough but at least there is an analysis there and he is the front runner for the Republicans. Vivek is a clown. RFK’s own family has disowned him. Neither of them needs the press. I’d rather...”Read full review »
04Heaven Slake via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/23/24
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“Although I somewhat agree with RFK Jr. that The NY Times leans democrat he was completely unfair to accuse Astead of that. I’ve been impressed with the even handedness of The Run Up and the tough questions and reporting on both R and D sides. The Run Up is my go to podcast for information on the...”Read full review »
Thomcraw via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/24
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“Absolutely love this podcast.
I’m a political moderate who has major issues with both parties and both candidates but I really appreciate all the hard work Astead puts in to traveling the country and speaking to voters as well as politicians from every side and every party. Even though it’s a...”Read full review »
Megan639 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/22/24
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“Any intelligent listener will see that you would not allow us to hear RFK Jr’s views on health and vaccines. Instead, you talked over it and told us how to think. You’re scared to let voters decide for themselves. The good news is that most podcasts allow RFK, Jr to speak and air the whole...”Read full review »
EVM 888 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/24
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“Talking over and censoring RFK JR was so egregious. Just let the man talk! We can determine what’s real and not. You’re coming across as a corporate pharma shill. His overall point is that there is not enough separation between pharmaceutical companies and the govt.”
New York Democrat via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/24
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“I just listened to the RFK podcast, but should have or could have written the same review many times when you are doing interviews. I really like how comfortable you seem to be while pushing back or pressing when they try to blow off your question with a lot of other talk like many seasoned...”Read full review »
Listener53 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/24
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“Great podcast! Astead does an amazing job at looking into at both parties evenly. He also did an amazing job during the RFK Jr. interview. I look forward every Thursday for a new episode.”
JSAC1689 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/24
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“I’ve enjoyed this podcast for a while now. The host has mostly remained neutral and interviewed people on both sides of the aisle. Todays episode was nothing like that. He kept asking RFK, Jr. how he felt about being a spoiler candidate and how he felt about pulling votes from either...”Read full review »
HomemakerNJ via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/21/24
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“Astead is really one of the best political interviewers I’ve ever come across. He knows how to approach a wide range of interview subjects in a way that makes them feel safe to express themselves openly, but he knows when to push, when to probe, and when to challenge. Truly impressive and...”Read full review »
Firebirdwalker via Apple Podcasts ·
Australia ·
03/21/24
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“Does the host of this show ever take a breath? He is a terrible interviewer — constantly rambling, being catty, etc. Ugh. This show is hard to listen to. The interview with Ron Klain was painful. Thankfully, Ron is mature and knows how to handle immaturity.”
Nicolewaves via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/19/24
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“The podcast does a great job of covering both sides of the aisle, as well as diving into detailed topics not typically covered in political podcasts. Unfortunately, the host weaves his opinions through every episode. And that’s hard to look past.”
YinzDave via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/24
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“Astead. Where was the rigorous fact-checking after Viveck Ramaswamy’s egregious lies? Why didn’t you push back, even remotely? This week feels like you’re pandering, and I don’t understand it.”
chocolatecityusa via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/15/24
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“I love this podcast! I look forward to it every week. The nuance questions presented to guests is what keeps me listening.”
Sarlbro via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/24
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“I love listening to Astread on this podcast and the Daily. He is so respectful to everyone he interviews and reports the the facts, not his opinion. Very smart reporting.”
rootsinireland2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/14/24
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“I agree with the repeat comment. The same question asked many times does create clarity. Perhaps it’s Astead’s age that is the issue-is he just too young to understand? Perhaps both he and Biden should quit their jobs and work out their “age” problems.”
Done listening to you via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/11/24
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“Throughout the show it is apparent that there are items that are wanted to pushed. The same questions will be asked over and over again until the issue feels stale or the interviews fit this lead question structure to the frustration of guests. (ie Why do like Trump? What’s so great about trump...”Read full review »
And then, and then via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/08/24
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“We’re all running along with you. Thanks for leading the way.”
Johnisrad via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/24
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“Today’s episode was so helpful for me, as I feel like I am being gaslit into thinking Biden was never going to be a one term president. I truly appreciate how Ron Klain was pushed over and over again on this point. Biden might not have literally said he wasn’t going to be a one term president but...”Read full review »
Xio Martinez via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/07/24
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“Okay I’ll call when I’m ready for you babe I love you”
jsmith402 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/06/24
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“Critical of any Democrat or liberal while completely brain-dead and “no judgment” as to anyone on the right.
I understand it’s hard to get conservatives to agree to interviews with NYT since they are, quite rightly, afraid of being exposed as uninformed low information voters who have no support...”Read full review »
lamby183 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/05/24
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“I know Astead is trying to share with us the thoughts and feelings of real live people out there that bow down to Trump, but it comes across as pandering He should listen to the BBC when they grill people on their interpretations of politics and facts and challenge them in greater depth.”
rb10101010 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/04/24
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“Boycott all NYT propaganda due to Genocidal Lies”
know better do better via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
03/01/24
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“I don’t understand why you give a platform for the crazy conspiracy theorists to spread their craziness… it just increases the anxiety level for everyone else.”
Lortonconvicts via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/29/24
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“It was heartening to hear the young activists in Charleston and Mayor Hammoud of Dearborn. Their moral compasses are so clear. However, Joe Biden’s callous dismissal of any concern leaving Afghanistan so abruptly should tell us that the “empathy” Joe is known for is really a charade.”
Learner A. via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/27/24
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“Mr Herndon provides the most clear, concise explanations of the political landscape. Sometimes it’s discouraging, sometimes hopeful but always with great insight. When he does an interview it is always respectful, but he gets right to the point and is so quick to recalibrate and/or pose questions...”Read full review »
Dumber333 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/23/24
“I’ve really enjoyed the way this man has come to each topic by fairly talking to both sides and learning what’s at the heart of the left and right.
I just hope he chases down RFK JR. and gives his angle a chance. I’d like to hear who his fans and detractors are.”
Rallye425 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/22/24
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“It’s a good podcast, but sometimes the interviewer speaks as if he’s rushed and interrupts a lot.”
BryanReviews via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/21/24
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“Not bad. Not great. Seems to be geared toward the moderately informed political observer and doesn’t live up the level sophistication level expected from the NYT.”
SteveFrom_Colorado via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/18/24
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“Astead Herndon is a terrific interviewer. He’s very disarming and gets people to open up to him because, it seems to me, he’s honestly curious about their point of view. In this sense, I think his gift is that he’s just an old journalist. Refreshing!”
EricDLock via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/15/24
“Astead is a great host. This show has inspired me to ask my own peers (30s, mostly left) about their thoughts on the election (prognosis: not great!). Thanks for some real authentic reporting.”
abk186 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/06/24
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“Why do I have to google this question when I listen to this every week. You’ve helped me forget his name. Do better.”
Iloveyoubut… via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/04/24
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“Wish Astead co-hosted The Daily, too.”
Hollleeerr via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/03/24
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“I wish this podcast was released daily because I so look forward to hearing Astead’s questions that get to the core of a person’s way of thinking. I learn so much about politics from listening and I am more prepared for what’s happening in the world because of this show. I really enjoy this show...”Read full review »
Shamier3 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/02/24
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“decently informative, but so much time is spent on shaky interviews (both man-on-the-street style and prepared). in both instances, the host asks long-winded, leading questions that seem to occasionally baffle the participants. more importantly, in planned interviews sometimes a tough question is...”Read full review »
zootycoon2 via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/24
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“Astead is the best reporter in the podverse. His dynamic questions, fantastic style and ability to dig deep into the story is so refreshing compared to the multitude of pods that just regurgitate the same headlines.
As a non-American, I get the most thorough information and stories about US...”Read full review »
FabioCristini via Apple Podcasts ·
Canada ·
02/01/24
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“Very very weird guests- not at all representative of the American electorate. Why are we hearing from Haley voters ?”
CrazyNadine via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/24
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“Astead Herndon has mad reporting and interview skills.”
Amfndaincolorado via Apple Podcasts ·
United States of America ·
02/01/24
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“Absolutely phenomenal work. Nearly every episode I am worried for the safety of Astead! He often goes into some of the most high tension politically charged settings to get on the ground stories of how everyday Americans are feeling, across a range of issues. A must listen. I personally was...”Read full review »
ES 013 via Apple Podcasts ·
New Zealand ·
02/01/24
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