Ken Rudin's Political Junkie

Recent Episodes

Web Extra: Live from Alaska

Posted July 14, 2014 • 01:15:33

It’s no folly, the Political Junkie’s in Alaska! In this web special, formerÂ Talk of the NationÂ duoÂ Ken RudinÂ andÂ Neal ConanÂ reunite...

Episode #34: Money talks, immigration walks

Posted July 3, 2014 • 00:50:45

Howard Baker has died.Â The former Senate Republican majority leader was 88 years old and was admired and respected by members of both parties.Â ...

Episode #33: Comebacks â€” Mississippi & Mrs. Rudin

Posted June 26, 2014 • 01:00:57

Two weeks ago we were astonished that Eric Cantor, a well-situated House incumbent from Virginia, could get defeated in his primary.Â Now we’re...

Episode #32: Iraq returns, Hill lifers depart

Posted June 19, 2014 • 00:58:08

There’s a four-letter word in the headlines lately:Â Iraq. The withdrawal of U.S. troops in 2011 was done with the expectation that Prime MinisterÂ Nouri...

Episode #31: Cantor collapses, Graham gains

Posted June 12, 2014 • 00:59:35

Wow.Â Who saw the defeat of House Majority LeaderÂ Eric CantorÂ coming?Â Certainly not Cantor.Â Or the nation’s political establishment.Â ...