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Left Right & Center is for listeners who feel like people on the other side of the political divide are on Mars. David Greene pieces together the big picture by inviting people from the left and the right to unpack their ideological differences, not to smooth them over, and look at what’s truly at stake. The show offers a rare kind of clarity. It doesn’t ask you to agree. It asks you to look more closely at what’s happening and to challenge your assumptions. You might not always agree – you might even get angry – but you’ll know why you feel the way you do. No knee-jerk reactions or name calling. This show doesn’t promise easy answers or warm fuzzies; it promises more clarity for the chaotic political era we’re all living through.
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- Yesterdayroundtable50 min5-min read
Trump Runs Midterm Ads About Himself Fighting America’s “Enemies”
In the final weeks before the midterm elections, President Trump's controversial use of government funds for a campaign-style ad warning of socialist threats has sparked intense debate over legality, democratic norms, and political strategy. The panel dissects whether this reflects desperation or a calculated assertion of dominance, while also analyzing his rollback of fuel economy standards—a move framed as helping affordability but criticized for undermining long-term competitiveness—and a rare bipartisan Senate bill on college athletes’ rights. These discussions unfold against a backdrop of voter concerns about cost of living, institutional distrust, and the broader ideological struggle between nostalgia-driven populism and forward-looking governance.
- 1 weeks agoroundtable49 min5-min read
Trump’s Media Ban Threatens The First Amendment
President Trump's attempt to ban CNN, MSNBC, and Politico from the White House over 'fake news' claims was temporarily blocked by a federal judge, reigniting concerns about press freedom and presidential overreach. The episode explores how this move fits into a broader pattern of undermining democratic institutions, particularly through controlling media narratives via new platforms like 'Trump TV,' while also examining the implications for U.S. foreign policy under a leader who views global affairs as transactional rather than values-based. The discussion extends to the erosion of public trust in institutions, the weaponization of immigration rhetoric, and the dangers posed by a president who isolates allies while cozying up to authoritarian leaders.
- 1 weeks agonarrative38 min7-min read
Introducing: Reaching Out
'Reaching Out' is a deeply personal, audio-driven memoir about twin brothers Sayre and Connor navigating the emotional terrain of searching for their absent biological father. The episode centers on Sayre’s internal conflict between emotional detachment and the pull of a story worth telling, set against the backdrop of pandemic isolation and personal reinvention.
- 2 weeks agoconversational50 min6-min read
Pressure Builds To Regulate AI Before It’s Too Late
A live episode of Left, Right and Center recorded at the College of William & Mary explores the growing political and societal anxiety around artificial intelligence, particularly as industry leaders call for regulation while U.S. leadership resists it. The panel—David Greene, Mike Dubke, and Mo Elleithee—discusses AI’s existential risks, public fear, regulatory challenges, and its emerging role in education and elections.
- 3 weeks agoconversational49 min5-min read
Trump Bets On Himself To Win The Midterms
A Republican midterm convention in Texas, dubbed a 'Trump-a-palooza,' highlighted Donald Trump’s outsized influence on the GOP and deepened concerns about his unpopularity dragging down Republican candidates. The event, which featured a two-hour speech from Trump and drew criticism for its timing and messaging, also saw surprising appearances from Democratic Senator John Fetterman and left-wing streamer Hassan Piker. The panelists debate whether Trump’s presence helps or harms the party, examine the Democratic response, and reflect on broader political dysfunction, including the lack of leadership on AI and the 25th anniversary of 9/11.
- 4 weeks agoroundtable50 min7-min read
Politicians Are Struggling To Keep Up With A.I. Backlash
The episode of Left, Right & Center examines the growing political and cultural backlash against AI data centers in American communities, framed as a clash between national technological advancement and local quality-of-life concerns. Host Susan Davis and panelists Mo Elleithee and Sarah Isgur explore how this issue reflects broader anxieties about AI, economic inequality, and political messaging, while also discussing immigration enforcement under President Trump and the $40 trillion national debt, concluding that both parties are failing to have honest, policy-driven conversations on these complex issues.
- Aug 28, 2026roundtable50 min5-min read
Trump Launches Economic War On Canada & Iran
President Trump's dual-front economic warfare — against Iran through escalated sanctions and against Canada via a new tariff war — reflects a broader strategic shift in U.S. foreign and trade policy. However, both efforts face significant limitations due to geopolitical realities, including China's dominant role in Iran's economy and Canada's resistance to aligning fully with U.S. anti-China trade posture. Meanwhile, domestic debates over surveillance technologies like Flock cameras and the cultural legacy of Dolly Parton highlight deeper societal tensions around privacy, technological change, and national identity. The episode concludes that America’s global influence is increasingly constrained, and its domestic policies must grapple with public demands for accountability, balance, and meaning.
- Aug 21, 2026conversational50 min7-min read
The Iran War Weighs On Troop Morale & Voters’ Patience
Amid growing public discontent over a prolonged and unpopular war in Iran, Republicans face political peril as they attempt to balance national security arguments with economic fallout felt by voters, while Democrats struggle to coherently capitalize on the situation due to distractions surrounding President Trump’s conduct. The military’s strained conditions, including reports of poor morale and extended deployments, further complicate the political landscape.
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Left Right & Center is for listeners who feel like people on the other side of the political divide are on Mars. David Greene pieces together the big picture by inviting people from the left and the right to unpack their ideological differences, not to smooth them over, and look at what’s truly at stake. The show offers a rare kind of clarity. It doesn’t ask you to agree. It asks you to look more closely at what’s happening and to challenge your assumptions. You might not always agree – you might even get angry – but you’ll know why you feel the way you do. No knee-jerk reactions or name calling. This show doesn’t promise easy answers or warm fuzzies; it promises more clarity for the chaotic political era we’re all living through.
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