Ben Wallace-Wells
Staff writer at The New Yorker who provides in-depth reporting and analysis on politics and culture, appearing as the episode's primary interview guest.
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Jan 29, 2026 • 26min
Pardoner-in-chief
Sai Krishna Prakash, a law professor who studies the constitutional pardon power, and Ben Wallace-Wells, a New Yorker writer known for deep political reporting. They map Trump’s recent flurry of pardons, who gets them and why, the informal paths to clemency, historical precedents from Washington to Ford, and whether heavy politicized pardoning will become routine.
Apr 29, 2022 • 25min
Trumpbilly Elegy
Howard Wilkinson, a seasoned political analyst with deep roots in Ohio politics, and Ben Wallace-Wells, a staff writer at The New Yorker, dive into the complexities of J.D. Vance’s political journey. They discuss how Vance's shift from critic to Trump ally reflects the evolving dynamics within the GOP. The conversation covers voter sentiments, internal party tensions, and the implications of Trump’s endorsement on the Ohio Senate race. With insights on pressing issues like education and corruption, they reveal the unpredictable landscape of the Republican primary.
