Politics of Truth, hosted by Bob Crawford of The Avett Brothers, focuses on politics, music and the path to the 2020 election. In each episode, Bob will talk with a political journalist and/or a politically-active musician—discussing the latest in the campaign and the intersection of music, politics and activism—with the goal of educating and empowering listeners at this crucial time. Brought to you by Osiris Media.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
Politics of Truth
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Politics of Truth, hosted by Bob Crawford of The Avett Brothers, focuses on politics, music and the path to the 2020 election. In each episode, Bob will talk with a political journalist and/or a politically-active musician—discussing the latest in the campaign and the intersection of music, politics and activism—with the goal of educating and empowering listeners at this crucial time. Brought to you by Osiris Media.<hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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November 13, 2020
Series Finale: Bob Costa and Mark McKinnon
<p>On this final episode of Politics of Truth we'll wrap up the 2020 election with two of our favorite returning guests, Washington Post National Political Reporter <a href="https://twitter.com/costareports?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Bob Costa</a> and <a href="https://twitter.com/mmckinnon?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Mark McKinnon</a>, a veteran political advisor, former musician, and co-host of Showtime's The Circus.</p><br><p>We try to make some sense of the electoral warfare being waged on the results of the presidential election, and who it's playing to. We also consider the historic turnout numbers across the country combined with razor thin margins in so many races, and unpack the tribal allegiances behind what look like Democrat/Republican splits.</p><br><p>Then we look ahead to the 2 upcoming special elections for Senate seats in <a href="https://fairfight.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Georgia</a>, which will determine the balance of power for the next two years and make or break important parts of any Biden agenda.</p><br><p>Finally, Bob updates us on his daughter Hallie's battle with cancer and the inspiring will she's been showing during her recent treatment. </p><br><p>Thank you all for joining us on this journey. We've had a great time bringing you these conversations and this show has been a bright spot for many of us amidst the craziest year any we'll ever go through. </p><br><p>Politics of Truth is brought to you by Osiris Media. Executive Producer is Adam Caplan. Produced by RJ Bee. Edited, mixed and mastered by Brad Stratton. Art by Mark Dowd. To discover more podcasts that help you connect more deeply with the music you love, check out <a href="http://osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">osirispod.com</a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
October 22, 2020
Episode 25: Doug Heye + Jonathan Karl + Susan King
<p>This week CNN's <a href="https://twitter.com/DougHeye?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Doug Heye</a> takes over hosting duties for Bob on Politics of Truth. </p><br><p>Doug's first guest is ABC News Chief White House Correspondent <a href="https://twitter.com/jonkarl?ref_src=twsrc%5Egoogle%7Ctwcamp%5Eserp%7Ctwgr%5Eauthor" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Jonathan Karl</a>. Jonathan has covered four presidents and has become a recognizable face in the last few years for his lively barbs with various Trump White House press secretaries. Jonathan shares this inside perspective in his recent best-selling book <a href="https://www.amazon.com/Front-Row-at-Trump-Show/dp/1524745626" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">"Front Row at the Trump Show,"</a> and he and Doug discuss how White House reporters have to do their jobs differently when confronted by an administration who views them as the enemy.</p><br><p>Later Doug speaks with <a href="https://twitter.com/deansusanking?lang=en" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Susan King</a>, Dean of the UNC School of Media and Journalism, about the next generation of reporters that she works with every day inside and outside the classroom. Susan describes the challenges and opportunities presented by new media technologies, and why her students leave her feeling optimistic about the future of our news industry. </p><br><p>Thanks for listening, and please remember to vote on November 3rd. </p><br><p>Politics of Truth is brought to you by Osiris Media. Executive Producer is Adam Caplan. Produced by RJ Bee. Edited, mixed and mastered by Brad Stratton. Art by Mark Dowd. To discover more podcasts that help you connect more deeply with the music you love, check out <a href="http://osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">osirispod.com</a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
October 7, 2020
Episode 24: Pete Rouse
<p>Bob's guest this week is Pete Rouse, former Counselor to President Obama and a man whose government experience is so widely respected that he's known as "the 101st Senator". </p><br><p>Pete describes how Barack Obama decided to run for President in late 2006, and shares his insider insights on Obama's leadership style and Presidential legacy. </p><br><p>He also explains his surprising role in reuniting the Grateful Dead, and tells the remarkable story of his mother's life journey from Japan to rural Alaska to the Yale faculty. </p><br><p>At a time when a competent government can feel beyond reach, Pete is a welcome reminder of the exemplary public servants committed to making our country better. </p><br><p>Please remember to vote on November 3rd.</p><br><p>Politics of Truth is brought to you by Osiris Media. Executive Producer is Adam Caplan. Produced by RJ Bee. Edited, mixed and mastered by Brad Stratton. Art by Mark Dowd. To discover more podcasts that help you connect more deeply with the music you love, check out <a href="http://osirispod.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">osirispod.com</a>.</p><hr><p style='color:grey; font-size:0.75em;'> Hosted on Acast. See <a style='color:grey;' target='_blank' rel='noopener noreferrer' href='https://acast.com/privacy'>acast.com/privacy</a> for more information.</p>
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