That Trippi Show
Joe Trippi
If you're looking for someone who actually knows how presidential and national politics works to explain what's going on in 30 minutes or less, this is the show for you. Joe Trippi is a longtime Democratic campaign manager who ran the progressive Howard Dean presidential campaign in 2004 and the historic Doug Jones Senate campaign to defeat Roy Moore in 2017. He's seen it all and isn't bogged down by the viral tweets or hot takes du jour. He's looking past the headlines to answer the questions that matter: How do Democrats win key races moving forward? How do we convince voters to make Republicans pay for January 6th and its aftermath? What are we headed for in November? Don't just listen to the talking heads. Learn from an expert. Subscribe now to That Trippi Show. New episodes every Friday (at least!).
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May 16, 2025 • 30min
"A Big For Sale sign on America"
Joe and Alex discuss the new revelations about President Biden's decision to run - but what's the really scary thing looking forward no one is talking about? Plus - do Democrats have an age problem? What does Joe think the solution is? And yeah, we talk about the plane - and why $300m from a random previously-broke Chinese company is a MUCH bigger deal, leading Joe to coin a new nickname for Trump... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 9, 2025 • 32min
"It's us."
With another week of Trump chaos, Joe's just about had enough. Stop hoping for someone else to do the work we need to do. Stop hoping an election is going to change things or wishing national Democrats will magically fix everything and unite. The responsibility is on our shoulders. Joe explains how we, the people, can get it done. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
May 2, 2025 • 36min
"12 million of us can shut his ass down"
How bad has Trump's first 100 days been? Don't ask the Canadian conservatives, either. New PRRI data shows that crucial parts of Trump's coalition aren't just eroding - they might already be gone. And why it's not just about "democracy being on the line" - what key question do 52% of Americans already agree on? Stick around to the end for some classic Trippi. He's cracked the code. What's the 3.5% rule? Joe's got an idea about how you and 12 million of your friends can make a huge difference. Why 12 million? You're going to love this... Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 25, 2025 • 35min
Winning time starts NOW. Don't wait. Don't hope. Go.
Another week on the Trump clown show train - but Joe points out there's a whole lot of intentional destruction happening, too. What's Joe's unexpected idea to cause chaos within MAGA? How can Democrats campaign on what the Trump regime has done so far? Don't run on the idea that we have to save the system! Is it time for Democrats to stop talking about Project 2025? And how do wave elections start? Are we in for another one in 2026? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 18, 2025 • 38min
"If you want to touch a nerve, you have to touch a nerve" with Anat Shenker-Osorio
Special guest Anat Shenker-Osorio joins Joe and Alex for one of our favorite shows to date. You won't want to miss the energy. What is the entire Democratic political ecosystem getting wrong? What's broken about "testing?" And how do we take the fight more directly to Trump - with what Anat calls "the only thing that truly fells an autocrat?" Plus: How do we avoid "process words" and unintentionally defending the status quo? How we can break through with the voters who really need to hear it?Follow Anat on Bluesky at @anatosaurus.bsky.social.Check out the "Freedom over Fascism" toolkit: https://bit.ly/FreedomOverFascism Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 11, 2025 • 29min
Trump caved. The roller coaster continues. Now what?
Joe sums up the crazy tariff roller coaster in two words: Trump caved. So now what? Where do we go from here? When are his supporters going to start feeling the pain - and moving away from Trump? Joe thinks it might already be happening - but what do we need to do to make it a long-term win for the pro-democracy side? And do Democrats still have an oxygen problem? Why Cory Booker provided a roadmap to combat it. Plus, Joe and Alex answer more of your questions. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Apr 4, 2025 • 23min
"The many over the money"
A big win for Democrats in Wisconsin - why Joe sees no sunshine for MAGA/Trump in these results. A refuse/resist movement is growing and it is growing everywhere. Looking ahead: How do we fight everywhere but stay efficient? Where should Democrats look to in 2026?How long of a leash does Elon have left?And yes, we have to talk about the economy. Where is the bottom with the economy? Trump's problems are growing by the minute.Why Joe thinks right now is not the time for "I told you so's." Now is the time to reach out and start conversations - not admonishments. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 28, 2025 • 40min
"We're so far beyond tough love" with Reed Galen
Reed Galen, a political strategist known for his work with The Lincoln Project, shares his insights from traveling the country with The Union. He emphasizes that when 75% of Americans align with your views but you still lose, the issue lies in messaging, not policies. Reed urges a shift from tough love to actionable strategies for the opposition movement. He advocates for grassroots engagement to build community trust and calls for new leadership to enhance democratic activism, urging citizens to take part in local efforts.
Mar 21, 2025 • 19min
Big news for the pro-democracy fight!
Joe and Alex are back with two huge announcements. We've talked about what we need to build to take on anti-democratic forces - now we're doing it. Join the new pro-democracy social network. Sez.us, online or in your app stores. And Resolute Square is Lincoln Square on Substack! Join us and help us keep building the town square. Finally - what number (don't worry, it's not a poll) does Joe have his eye on as Trump's tariffs are taking hold? Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
Mar 14, 2025 • 34min
It's not play dead time!
Are we buying Putin's latest con job? Why Joe and Alex think the proposed "ceasefire" in Ukraine might be broken before it's even agreed to. And returning home, Joe and Alex finish their look at the state of our union. What's going on with the economy - and why has Trump seemingly already broken one of his signature promises? How much pain are Trump supporters willing to take? And Joe lays out what Democrats can fight for - rather than just rolling over. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
