Episodes

  • A Jury Finds Meta and YouTube Liable for a Young Woman's Problems

    A Jury Finds Meta and YouTube Liable for a Young Woman's Problems
    Mar 26 2026
    A jury finds Meta and Google’s YouTube responsible for contributing to a young plaintiff’s internet addiction and causing harm to her mental health. But was the lawsuit more a victory for trial lawyers, and could legislation from Congress assist parents in navigating social media for their children? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    25 mins
  • President Trump, Iran and the Fog of Diplomacy

    President Trump, Iran and the Fog of Diplomacy
    Mar 25 2026
    The U.S. holds off striking Iran's power infrastructure, as President Trump cites "productive conversations" with the regime, but Tehran denies any talks are taking place. Meantime, Iran fires missiles at Diego Garcia, a base in the Indian Ocean that's about 4,000 kilometers away, which should be a threat warning to Europe. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 mins
  • The Supreme Court Sounds Ready to End Late Mail Ballots

    The Supreme Court Sounds Ready to End Late Mail Ballots
    Mar 24 2026
    Many states count absentee ballots that are mailed on time, even if they don't arrive until days or weeks later. But the Justices seem prepared to rule that this policy is contrary to federal laws setting a uniform Election Day. How could this affect the November midterms and the GOP debate over the SAVE America Act? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • When Will Congress Finally Pass Funding for TSA's Airport Screeners?

    When Will Congress Finally Pass Funding for TSA's Airport Screeners?
    Mar 23 2026
    Chaos continues to grow at airports across the United States as the partial government shutdown leaves DHS unable to pay workers. At the same time, the Trump administration looks for upwards of $200 billion to supplement military action against Iran. So how will Congress respond? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    29 mins
  • National Security Concerns from California to Social Media

    National Security Concerns from California to Social Media
    Mar 20 2026
    The Trump administration gets more serious about California's oil and gas vulnerability and how it might impact national security, ordering the resumption of a project in federal waters off California's coast. Will the state's security weakness play a role in Governor Gavin Newsom's quest for the White House and commander-in-chief role? Plus, social media sites like TikTok highlight the problem of adversaries spreading AI-generated video propaganda during wartime operations. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    24 mins
  • Should Republicans Kill the Senate Filibuster?

    Should Republicans Kill the Senate Filibuster?
    Mar 19 2026
    Paul Gigot and Barton Swaim discuss the Republican debate about the Senate's 60-vote rule, dissent on the MAGA right over the Iran war, and the Texas Senate primary that could cost the GOP a seat. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • Joe Kent's Exit and the MAGA Divide on Iran

    Joe Kent's Exit and the MAGA Divide on Iran
    Mar 18 2026
    The Trump Administration's counterterrorism director resigns, saying Iran didn't pose an imminent threat to the United States and accusing Israel of dragging America into wars. What does the episode suggest about the politics of the war, and will more exits follow? Plus, the fight over funding the Department of Homeland Security continues as Sen. Markwayne Mullin appears on Capitol Hill for his confirmation hearing to run the agency. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    27 mins
  • China Has Much to Lose in Iran

    China Has Much to Lose in Iran
    Mar 17 2026
    The U.S. military action against Iran continues and the question is how soon American forces can open up the Strait of Hormuz. On this episode of Potomac Watch, Kate Odell talks with war scholar John Spencer about the next phases of the conflict and how the war is testing Beijing's strategic bet on Iran. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    33 mins