- 828
- Episodes
- 288
- Transcribed
- 115
- Ratings
- Daily
- Cadence
- 2023
- First episode
- 758M
- YouTube views
About The Breakdown
The Lincoln Project's "The Breakdown" is a weekly political commentary show hosted by Rick Wilson and Maya May. The show features analysis of current events, interviews with political figures, and commentary on the 2020 presidential election and the Trump administration.The show's hosts are both experienced political operatives and commentators. Wilson is a Republican strategist who has worked for campaigns across the country. Together, they provide a unique perspective on the political landscape.The show's format is conversational and engaging. Wilson and Maya often have lively debates about current events. They also interview a variety of guests, including politicians, journalists, and activists. The show is not afraid to tackle controversial issues, and it often takes a critical look at the Trump administration."The Breakdown" has been praised for its sharp and insightful commentary. It has been ranked among the top political podcasts in the country, and it has a large and active online following. The show is a must-watch for anyone who wants to stay up-to-date on the latest political news and analysis. This is NOT the official The Breakdown channel. You can find the official one on Youtube. I only provide this podcast to make it listenable on the go. Please support the Lincoln Project. Thank you. This is the official youtube channel: https://www.youtube.com/@TheLincolnProject
- Publisher
- Alberto fo sho
- Category
- news
- Language
- en
- Explicit
- No
- First episode
- 20 Dec 2023
- Latest episode
- 8 Nov 2026
Latest episodes
288 of 828 episodes have a transcript.
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Trumpism Has Peaked. The 2026 Election Changed Everything
Published 8 Nov 2026 · Transcript excerpt
[…] And then that's what I'm saying that this really does feel to me like that the, you know, like, well, and by the way, that was a repudiation of the Carter presidency, which I keep going back to. We had the Iran hostage situation. We had high gas prices. We had interest rates and inflation going up. […]
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- YouTube views
- 757,897,789
- Score snapshot 15 Sept 2025
- Apple Podcasts (US)
- 4.7 / 5
- 115 ratings
Podcast Authority Score: 85 / 100
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- Quality
- 100
- Social presence
- 0
- YouTube
- 93
- Engagement
- 85
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