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Jen Rubin's Green Room

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  • This is Jen Rubin, columnist for The Washington Post, contributor to MSNBC, author of How Women Saved America from Donald Trump. I'm delighted to tell you all about my new podcast, Jen Rubin's Green Room. We're gonna have weeks of fun with friends of Jen. Some of us will talk about the ins and outs of Washington gossip, the fun stories that we don't talk about on air, and sometimes we'll talk about deadly serious subjects and religion. Keep up with the show every Wednesday when you follow Jen Rubin's Green Room on Apple Podcasts or wherever you listen. I can't wait for you to join us.
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Episodes
  • 55: The Rulebreaker: The Life and Times of Barbara Walters with Susan Page

    55: The Rulebreaker: The Life and Times of Barbara Walters with Susan Page
    May 29 2024
    Susan Page discusses her book on Barbara Walters, highlighting her groundbreaking career in journalism and entertainment. Walters, rising from a generation with low expectations for women, became known for her meticulous preparation and high-profile interviews. Despite facing criticism, she persevered to become a legend in the industry. Walters struggled with personal relationships, prioritizing her career and encouraging women to own production companies. Her complex relationship with Diane Sawyer, marked by competition fueled by their employer, is also explored. Walters' ability to adapt to the evolving medium of television further cemented her legacy.

    Buy the book "The Rulebreaker: The Life and times of Barbara Walters”.
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    1 hr and 5 mins
  • 54: Getting Involved with Swing Left and Yasmin Radjy

    54: Getting Involved with Swing Left and Yasmin Radjy
    May 22 2024
    Jen Rubin talks with Yasmin Radjy, executive director of Swing Left, an organization that aims to channel resources to the most impactful elections to ensure Democrats have the balance of power. Swing Left believes that without Democratic control, nuanced policy disagreements are irrelevant because the government will be co-opted by extremists. They prioritize grassroots efforts, such as door-knocking and phone banking, to engage voters and persuade them to support Democratic candidates.
    Swing Left encourages individuals to get involved by signing up on their website and contributing their time or money to support competitive races.
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    57 mins
  • 53: Investigating Jan 6th with Tom Joscelyn

    53: Investigating Jan 6th with Tom Joscelyn
    May 15 2024
    Jen Rubin and Tom Joscelyn dissect the intricate web of events surrounding the January 6th Capitol attack and its aftermath. They scrutinize key figures, investigative findings, law enforcement failures, and the pervasive threat posed by right-wing extremist groups. Delving into the implications of accountability, they explore the potential consequences of legal actions against former President Trump, the authoritarian tendencies within his movement, and the role of media in perpetuating conspiracy narratives.

    Takeaways:
    The findings of the January 6th report have not been changed by subsequent information, and new details have only further corroborated the initial conclusions.
    Steve Bannon's involvement and communications on January 6th are of particular concern, as he was in contact with President Trump and expressed a willingness to obstruct the transfer of power.

    The investigation into the war room and its role in coordinating the attack is ongoing, and more information is needed to fully understand what happened.
    The failures of domestic law enforcement and the normalization of right-wing extremism are significant threats to American democracy.

    There are concerns about the reticence of the FBI and intelligence agencies to fully investigate and address the threat of right-wing extremist groups.

    The crimes committed by the January 6th defendants were serious, and their actions should not be downplayed or dismissed.

    Mike Pence was in danger on January 6th due to Donald Trump's targeting of him for not overturning the election results.

    The atmosphere of the January 6th committee was intense, with a focus on telling the story of what happened and holding individuals accountable.

    The Secret Service has had its share of scandals and issues, and there are concerns about its loyalty and performance.

    The erasure of emails and messages raises questions about transparency and accountability. The Espionage Act case against Donald Trump is significant and the message it sends if he is not prosecuted is dangerous.

    Trump's defense of taking classified documents and his belief that he can do anything as president reflects the authoritarian nature of his political movement.
    Right-wing media sustains an echo chamber of conspiracy theories, and defeating the insurgency requires reaching out to Republicans who do not want to be aligned with extremist ideologies.

    Losing decisively at the ballot box is necessary to initiate a reformation on the American right.

    Hope lies in the resilience of the American people and the belief that there are more people who reject extremism than those who embrace it.
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    1 hr and 2 mins
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