

Kenneth P. Vogel
Reporter based in the Washington bureau of The New York Times who investigates the intersection of money, politics, and influence.
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Sep 17, 2025 • 34min
The Plan to Turn Charlie Kirk's Murder Into a Crackdown on the Left
Jack Healy, a New York Times reporter focusing on the West's political shifts, shares insights into the charged murder case of Charlie Kirk and the troubling motives revealed by the suspect. Kenneth P. Vogel, an investigative reporter, discusses the White House's strategy to address perceived political violence from left-wing groups. They dive into the aftermath of Kirk’s death, sparking debates about political tactics, free speech, and the implications for the conservative movement amidst a backdrop of rising tensions.

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Mar 9, 2026 • 11min
Iran’s Next Supreme Leader, and the New Lucrative Pardon Industry for Rich Offenders
Kenneth P. Vogel, investigative reporter who covers money and politics, outlines a growing pardon-clemency industry for wealthy defendants and the networks that connect them to power. He walks through striking individual cases and the lobbying playbook. Short, sharp scenes explore how influence and paid intermediaries shape who gets clemency.

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Oct 22, 2025 • 1h 18min
Trump's War Against Thomas Massie and Rand Paul; Exposing Corrupt Foreign Influence and DC Rot: With Kenneth P. Vogel
Kenneth P. Vogel, an investigative reporter known for his insights into money and politics, delves into his new book about foreign influence in Washington. He discusses Trump's escalating attacks on anti-interventionists Thomas Massie and Rand Paul, highlighting their principled stands against the White House. Vogel elaborates on the implications of foreign ties in U.S. politics, revealing how figures like Giuliani and Hunter Biden exemplify the intertwining of corruption and influence. The conversation also touches on enforcement gaps in political transparency laws.

Jan 23, 2026 • 47min
Kenneth Vogel on the "Sh*tbag Business"
Kenneth P. Vogel, investigative reporter and author of Devil's Advocates, delves into the rise of foreign lobbying and its murky economy. He maps Paul Manafort's model of selling access, Rudy Giuliani's pivot to security consulting, and the legal and ethical optics around Hunter Biden. Sharp, probing conversation about influence, money, and how the system incentivizes questionable players.

Nov 30, 2025 • 1h 10min
Ken Vogel’s “Devils’ Advocates”: Inside Rudy Giuliani, Hunter Biden, and D.C.’s Hidden Foreign Influence Networks
Kenneth P. Vogel, a New York Times reporter and investigative journalist, dives into the murky waters of foreign lobbying in D.C. He reveals the historical roots of lobbying, tracing back to the 1930s and the Foreign Agents Registration Act. Vogel discusses the ironic legacy of FARA's author, Congressman Dickstein, while highlighting how figures like Paul Manafort revolutionized influence peddling. He also dissects Hunter Biden's complex ties, Rudy Giuliani's controversial diplomacy, and the evolving landscape of political influence under Trump's presidency.


