Topic: Campaign Manager

6 chapters across the catalog

Rolling Start
Episode 1603 2:23:02 - 2:34:35

1603: Rolling Start

RFK Jr. Campaign, Amaryllis Fox CIA Background

Robert F. Kennedy Jr. replaced campaign manager Dennis Kucinich with his daughter-in-law, Amaryllis Fox, a former CIA officer. Fox, who authored a book about her decade in the agency, is described as an "old-school" operative. This appointment has fueled speculation that Kennedy's campaign is being influenced by intelligence community factions seeking to reorganize the CIA from within.

Dangerous Speech
Episode 798 1:23:53 - 1:26:56

798: Dangerous Speech

Congressional Pensions and Recruitment of Listeners

The hosts discuss the financial incentives of serving in Congress, including lifetime healthcare and full-salary pensions after a short tenure. They encourage listeners to consider running for local or national office to challenge the existing political machine, framing it as a way to gain material for the show and fix the system.

Thermostat Placebo
Episode 746 21:23 - 24:20

746: Thermostat Placebo

Marco Rubio Economic Claims, Rand Paul Campaign Strategy

Senator Marco Rubio is criticized for claiming the 2015 economy was "dramatically different" from five years prior. Additionally, Rand Paul's aggressive debate strategy against Donald Trump is discussed in the context of his campaign manager's appearance on the Chris Matthews show.

Obama and Olbermann
Episode 35 45:47 - 48:34

35: Obama and Olbermann

Hillary Clinton Campaign Failure, Management Criticism

The hosts analyze the collapse of Hillary Clinton's primary campaign, attributing it to early arrogance and poor management. They argue she relied on "sorority sisters" and friends rather than top-tier political consultants, allowing Barack Obama to seize the momentum. Obama's success is framed as a demonstration of superior management skills compared to Clinton's reliance on cronies.