Topic: David Plouffe

6 chapters across the catalog

No Guff
Episode 1684 11:15 - 14:31

1684: No Guff

Democratic Strategy, Eric Holder, Obama Influence

The selection process for the Democratic VP slot is attributed to a committee led by Eric Holder, with suggestions of underlying influence from Barack Obama. Strategist David Plouffe's addition to the Harris campaign is noted as an attempt to professionalize operations. Speculation arises regarding whether the choice of Walz over other candidates like Josh Shapiro indicates internal party sabotage or strategic avoidance of controversial positions.

Infosanement
Episode 1183 2:04 - 6:32

1183: Infosanement

Hillary Clinton, David Plouffe Podcast, Tulsi Gabbard Russian Asset Claim

Hillary Clinton spoke with David Plouffe on his podcast, alleging that Russians are "grooming" a specific female candidate in the Democratic primary to run as a third-party spoiler. While Clinton did not name Tulsi Gabbard explicitly, she described the candidate as a "favorite of the Russians" and also labeled 2016 Green Party candidate Jill Stein as a total Russian asset. Gabbard immediately responded on social media, accusing Clinton of being the "queen of warmongers."

iChip®
Episode 952 2:12:30 - 2:14:19

952: iChip®

Mark Zuckerberg, Presidential Ambitions and Asperger's

Speculation regarding Mark Zuckerberg's potential 2020 presidential run is fueled by his hiring of former Obama campaign manager David Plouffe. The hosts discuss Zuckerberg's public persona and social challenges, with some suggesting he may have Asperger's syndrome. The segment also references Roger Stone's alleged role in convincing Donald Trump to run for office.

Witch Hunt
Episode 844 48:53 - 52:17

844: Witch Hunt

David Plouffe, Electoral College, Voter Turnout

Former Obama strategist David Plouffe offers a counter-perspective to Michael Moore, suggesting that Hillary Clinton maintains a strong path to victory through the "Obama states." Plouffe emphasizes that the election will be decided by turnout in key suburbs and the success of Trump's economic messaging to moderate swing voters.

Trusted Bedouin Sources
Episode 380 1:43:22 - 1:46:11

380: Trusted Bedouin Sources

Obama Al Green Performance, Vocal Coaches, and Political Branding

President Obama's brief singing performance of an Al Green song at the Apollo Theater is revealed to have been a calculated branding move. Reports suggest the administration hired a vocal coach and utilized techno-experts to ensure the clip went viral with the keyword "cool" to revitalize the President's image.

Bill Maher Sucks
Episode 131 27:02 - 29:30

131: Bill Maher Sucks

David Plouffe Speaking Engagement in The Netherlands

David Plouffe, the strategist behind Barack Obama's 2008 campaign, is appearing as a keynote speaker at an advertising association event in The Hague. Tickets for the event are priced at 450 euros, with table sponsorships reaching 9,000 euros. The high cost and Plouffe's transition to the international speaking circuit while still potentially advising the administration are noted as "creepy."