The Daily Punch

The Daily Punch

Author: Punchbowl News Language: English Episodes: 100
Every weekday morning, The Daily Punch cuts through the noise to deliver a clear-eyed view from the corridors of power. This isn't about distant analysis; it's an insider's perspective on the forces shaping Washington, brought to you directly by Punchbowl News founders Anna Palmer and Jake Sherman. Their experience as journalists and best-selling authors informs each conversation, focusing on the people, the personal dynamics, and the real stakes behind every headline. You'll hear candid discussions that go beyond the press releases, offering context on how decisions are actually made on Capitol Hill and in the White House. Tuning into this podcast means getting an unfiltered look at the intersection of policy and politics, understanding not just what is happening, but who is driving it and why. It's for anyone who wants to move past the surface-level news cycle and grasp the underlying mechanisms of government. The daily episodes are built on deep sourcing and a straightforward approach, demystifying the day's major issues without the typical spin. For a direct line to the key players and pivotal moments in American politics, this is the essential listen.
Episodes
Readback: A pro forma of a different kind [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 16:00
Andrew and Max discuss how DHS funding talks led to an unusual Senate pro forma session Thursday. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this week. Want more in-d…
The Senate strikes back [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:34
House Republicans are in open revolt after a nearly three-hour call Thursday, during which Speaker Mike Johnson pitched them on passing the Senate’s DHS minus ICE and CBP funding bill. Jake and Anna break down the latest…
The AI Innovators: Cybersecurity [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 8:59
In this latest installment of The AI Innovators, Anna Palmer speaks with Punchbowl News Special Projects Reporter Shania Shelton about how artificial intelligence is advancing cybersecurity by enabling advanced defenses…
Reconciliation 2.0: Challenges, Opportunities and Tensions [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:40
President Donald Trump addressed the nation last night on the Iran war. Jake and Anna unpack what Trump did (and didn’t) say, and what it all means for Congress. Plus, the latest on DHS funding — and how a Truth Social p…
Could Dems blow it in Virginia? [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:09
In 20 days, Virginia voters will decide if their legislature is allowed to gerrymander the state’s congressional map to turn 10 of the 11 House seats blue for the midterms. But Democrats are growing increasingly skittish…
Trump and Johnson vs. Thune [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 13:14
Senate Majority Leader John Thune is under increasing pressure from all sides — including from President Donald Trump — following his tumultuous split with Speaker Mike Johnson over DHS funding. Jake and Anna break down…
Republicans' DHS mess [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 10:22
Now on Day 44, the record-breaking DHS funding impasse has turned into a political disaster for Republicans. Jake and Anna break down where things stand with both the House and Senate on recess. Plus, what we're watching…
Readback: The Hill's spring tech bloom [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:36
Ben Brody breaks down the latest quarterly Tech edition, which includes the latest on KOSA and chips export issues. This story was featured in The Readback, our weekend digest featuring the best of Punchbowl News this we…
Senate passes DHS funding — without ICE and CBP [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 11:53
After 41 days, the Senate voted early Friday morning to fund most of the Department of Homeland Security, excluding ICE and CBP, ending the bitter impasse. So, what now? Anna and Jake break it all down. Plus, how Rep. Di…
Fly Out Day: Democratic Rep. Jim McGovern on how he'd change the House [not-audio_url] [/not-audio_url]

Duration: 33:39
Massachusetts Rep. Jim McGovern joined Anna and Jake in the Punchbowl News Townhouse to break down DHS funding, efforts to curb President Trump’s Iran war powers, House leadership dynamics and more. PLUS The New York Tim…