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<p>The Politics Guys is an independent, ideologically diverse American politics and policy podcast hosted by experts: political scientists, law professors, and practicing attorneys with government experience. Our mission is to give listeners a much-needed break from conservative and liberal echo chambers through civil, rational, and evidence-based discussion of American politics and policy from multiple perspectives.</p>

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Bondi Fired, SCOTUS on Conversion Therapy, Trump’s Birthright Citizenship Battle, Mail-In Voting Executive Order, Trump’s Iran Speech

On this Good Friday edition of the Politics Guys, Trey is joined by Justin, and the duo dives into a chaotic week of personnel changes at the Justice Department and …

Apr 03, 2026 · 1h 4m

Introducing Explain Like I'm 5

Mike talks about the Explain Like I'm 5 podcast. I hope you will enjoy this excellent show as much as we do.

Apr 03, 2026 · 1m

Federalist Papers 6 - 8

Trey and Ken transition from the writings of John Jay to Alexander Hamilton in this week’s midweek Federalist Papers show. Topics discussed include: Hamilton’s deeply pessimistic view of human conduct …

Mar 31, 2026 · 12m

DHS Funding, Iran Rejects U.S. Peace Plan, $580 Million in Well-Timed Bets, Democrats Flip Florida 87, FBI Data Shopping

On this week’s show, Trey and Ken discuss why the Senate funded the TSA while excluding ICE, along with the legality of President Trump’s plan to pay workers using a …

Mar 27, 2026 · 59m

The New Rules of Politics: Follow The Money

In this supporters’ exclusive midweek episode, Mike and Michael discuss the first New Rule of Politics (which is also an old rule of politics): follow the money. Mike contends that …

Mar 24, 2026 · 18m

War with Iran, Illinois Primaries, and the Politics of Election Integrity

Mike and Russ open with a discussion of the ongoing U.S.–Israel war with Iran, focusing on rising costs, limited military capacity, and unclear strategic objectives. Mike frames the conflict as …

Mar 21, 2026 · 1h 5m

Federalist Papers 2 - 5

Trey and Ken unlock Jay’s the Federalist Papers' No 2 - 5. In this episode, the pair examine how Jay envisioned a unified nation's path to peace, strength, and global …

Mar 17, 2026 · 15m

Mojtaba Khamenei, The Kushner Doctrine, Trump’s Legislative Ultimatum, DHS Ongoing Shutdown

In this episode, Trey and Ken delve into Iran's leadership transition and the strategic impact of recent U.S. and Israeli military actions. They explore the internal dynamics of Iran's regime …

Mar 13, 2026 · 57m

The New Rules of Politics: Introduction

In this preview of the midweek supporters' exclusive show, Mike and Michael introduce The New Rules of Politics, a new series aimed at explaining modern American politics through incentives, institutions, …

Mar 10, 2026 · 19m

Iran War, Midterm Tea Leaves, Trump Fires Noem

Mike and Michael open with a discussion of the widening U.S.–Israel conflict with Iran and the debate over whether President Trump’s military action constitutes a limited campaign or the start …

Mar 06, 2026 · 1h 9m

Glyphosate, Gabbard, and the USPS

Mike and Trey open this supporters' exclusive midweek episode with President Trump’s Defense Production Act order boosting domestic glyphosate production amid lawsuits and MAHA backlash, with Mike arguing that the …

Mar 03, 2026 · 19m

Trump’s SOTU, Tariff Ruling Aftermath, The Pentagon’s AI Power Play

Mike and Trey open with a breakdown of President Trump’s State of the Union address, focusing on the political strategy behind the speech and what it signals about governing priorities …

Feb 28, 2026 · 1h 1m

The Politics Guys Present: The U.S. Constitution, Article I, Section 9

The Politics Guys analyze the U.S. Constitution. In this episode, they focus on: Article I, Section 9 Habeas Corpus Bills of Attainder Ex Post Facto Laws, The Emoluments Clause ⁠⁠Read …

Feb 25, 2026 · 50m

Political Ideologies: Nationalism

In this week’s supporters’ exclusive midweek show, Justin and Trey continue their examination of political ideologies. This week, they dive into nationalism and its more extreme version, facism. They cover …

Feb 24, 2026 · 15m

Rubio’s Speech, The Supreme Court on Tariffs, Jesse Jackson, Iran vs the U.S.

Trey and Justin open with a deep discussion of Secretary of State Marco Rubio’s 2026 Munich Security Conference speech. Trey argues that the speech fits into a Huntington Clash of …

Feb 21, 2026 · 1h 5m

The Politics Guys Present: The U.S. Constitution, Taxing and Spending

The Politics Guys analyze the U.S. Constitution. In this episode, they focus on: Article I, Section 8 Taxing and Spending The 16th Amendment The 3/5th Compromise ⁠⁠Read Trey's Substack for …

Feb 18, 2026 · 1h 1m

TrumpRx, Affirmative Action Fallout, American Dominance Ending?

Mike and Ken open this supporters’ exclusive midweek episode with a look at TrumpRx, a government-branded prescription drug discount portal. Mike points out that it offers real savings on certain …

Feb 17, 2026 · 17m

ICE Retreat, Tariff Pushback, DOJ Under Trump

Mike and Ken open with the end of ICE’s “Operation Metro Surge” in Minneapolis, a federal judge’s masking ruling, and a looming DHS shutdown, framing the debate over whether the …

Feb 13, 2026 · 1h 4m

The Politics Guys Present: The U.S. Constitution Necessary and Proper Clause

The Politics Guys analyze the U.S. Constitution. In this episode, they focus on: Article I, Section 8 Necessary and Proper Clause United States' National Bank Controversy ⁠Read Trey's Substack for …

Feb 11, 2026 · 44m

U.S. / India Trade Deal, Trump Sues the IRS, EPA Calculation of Human Life

In this supporter’s exclusive midweek show, Trey and Mike open with a discussion of the U.S.-India trade deal. The discussion focuses on the relationship to the potential deal and its …

Feb 10, 2026 · 21m

DHS Funding, Midterm Election (In)Security, Epstein

In this weekend episode, Trey and Mike discuss the recent government shutdown and budget negotiations, focusing on the implications of Democratic proposals regarding ICE and law enforcement. Mike argues that …

Feb 07, 2026 · 1h 1m

The Politics Guys Present: The U.S. Constitution Preamble and Article I Sections 1, 2 and 3

In the second episode of The Politics Guys Present, Trey and Ken tackle the Preamble to the U.S Constitution, plus dive into Article I, Section 1, 2 and 3. Topics …

Feb 04, 2026 · 1h 1m

Carney’s Davos Speech, A.I. in Government

Mike, Trey, and Russ open with Canadian Prime Minister Mark Carney’s Davos speech arguing that the rules-based international order has ruptured and that middle powers should loosen their reliance on …

Feb 03, 2026 · 19m