Best Podcast Episodes About Jake Tapper
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Updated: Mar 29, 2026 – 11 episodes
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“… the fact that, like, is Barry Weiss soon to be their boss? Are the Ellisons going to be canning anyone who's ever spoken out against Trump on CNN? Jake Tapper, are you out of here, buddy? But, like, people are talking a lot in these newsrooms about the overlap already between CBS and CNN. These are very similar products here. You look like there's an incredible financial team at CBS. There's an amazing biz team at CNN who are constantly breaking news, who've done just amazing reporting over the years. But if you're looking at them on a side-to-side thing, do you need to have all of this in your …”
“… in TikTok. It is sort of this ongoing consolidation of media in the hands of Trump allies, which will surely be fine. I'm talking to friends that are reporters at CBS, at CNN, who are freaking out, you guys. They're looking at this and forget even the fact that, like, is Barry Weiss soon to be their boss? Are the Ellisons going to be canning anyone who's ever spoken out against Trump on CNN? Jake Tapper, are you out of here, buddy? But, like, people are talking a lot in these newsrooms about the overlap already between CBS and CNN. These are very similar products here. You look like there's an incredible financial team at CBS. There's an amazing biz team at CNN who are constantly breaking news, who've done just amazing reporting over the years. But if you're looking at them on a side-to-side thing, do you need to have all of this in your portfolio at the exact same time? You've just doubled the amount of journalists you have. And the journalists there are flipping out. Everyone is really, really scared about what's to come. Right, because we're not even talking about the seemingly ideological purge that Barry Weiss has already kind of overseen at CBS. I mean, I'm thinking of that Claire …”
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Warner Brothers is set to be acquired by Paramount Skydance in a staggering $110 billion deal, raising concerns among journalists about job security and ideological shifts in news coverage. With the Ellisons gaining control over major media outlets like CNN and CBS, many fear an impending purge of dissenting voices. This merger not only consolidates power but also threatens the diversity of perspectives in the media landscape.
“… that we always start with a voice okay this first comment um from lmb and it's very good and i just want to set the table and remind people of the jake tapper setup where he surrounded himself with all the different paperweights and and it was specifically like former failed presidential candidates yes exactly right He covered his entire office in former failed president. The Hall of Losers. So eagle-eyed LMB notes, I don't see Hillary anywhere on that wall, Jake. Oh, eagle-eyed. Eagle-eyed. Very, very, very good comment. And I'll tell you, LMB, I didn't see Joe Biden 2020 on the wall either. Oh, …”
“… be rhetorical about like this is the intro. Like, subscribe. That's how you get our stuff at the top of the sheet. subscribe to this bad boy but when you do and you leave a comment we read absolutely all of them get back to the very next episode to do that we always start with a voice okay this first comment um from lmb and it's very good and i just want to set the table and remind people of the jake tapper setup where he surrounded himself with all the different paperweights and and it was specifically like former failed presidential candidates yes exactly right He covered his entire office in former failed president. The Hall of Losers. So eagle-eyed LMB notes, I don't see Hillary anywhere on that wall, Jake. Oh, eagle-eyed. Eagle-eyed. Very, very, very good comment. And I'll tell you, LMB, I didn't see Joe Biden 2020 on the wall either. Oh, nice. Nice. I like that. I can tell you why Hillary. He's just out here jetted it up. I can tell you why Hillary's not on the wall, and it's because neither Jake nor Hillary herself could admit that she lost. Yep. No, that is true. That is the existential wound on our body politic. We're still dealing with the ramifications of all of that.”
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Jake Tapper's office is decorated with paperweights of failed presidential candidates, but notably absent is Hillary Clinton. A sharp listener comment points out this omission, suggesting both Tapper and Clinton struggle to accept her loss. This highlights a deeper issue in American politics, reflecting the ongoing ramifications of that election defeat.
“… to capture some of the authenticity and roughness of like the sort of podcast universe. And CNN is trying to emulate the style of a podcast using Jake Tapper. And I know Fox News has a sort of similar model with Will Cain. What do you think when you saw that? What did you think of it? well i talked about it i was you know i have to say i just have to be real like i can't be fake about it i know that's why they're lemon heads but then the initial thing that i said i thought it was a compliment to my colleagues uh who i think are the best in the business the best journalists in the world and so i was …”
“… me paraphrasing you. Yeah, it's true. I know you addressed this on your show on Wednesday, but I do want to ask because we're talking about the sort of what broadcast is trying to mimic. And there's been a lot of reporting on this, how they're trying to capture some of the authenticity and roughness of like the sort of podcast universe. And CNN is trying to emulate the style of a podcast using Jake Tapper. And I know Fox News has a sort of similar model with Will Cain. What do you think when you saw that? What did you think of it? well i talked about it i was you know i have to say i just have to be real like i can't be fake about it i know that's why they're lemon heads but then the initial thing that i said i thought it was a compliment to my colleagues uh who i think are the best in the business the best journalists in the world and so i was saying that they don't need tricks people trust jake Tapper because it's Jake Tapper and he's credible. People trust Anderson Cooper because he's Anderson Cooper and he's an iconic journalist. And he's built his name and his brand on being out there in war zones and dodging bullets and moderating debates and holding people accountable 60 minutes. …”
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Don Lemon reveals how transitioning to independent journalism allowed him to build a community rather than just a show. He emphasizes the importance of authenticity and vulnerability in connecting with his audience, contrasting it with traditional media's attempts to mimic that style. Lemon argues that true journalism comes from credible anchors being themselves, not trying to be podcasters.
“… like CNN lost all the trust of their audience. I think the problem ultimately is that, like we've talked about here, it's all just a gimmick. Jake Tapper was one of the foremost people trying to cover for Biden. And then when Biden loses, writes a book about how like Biden shouldn't have been running. Like, that's how you lose faith in your audience.”
“… we derive inspiration from losers. And it shows. The vast majority of Americans who are plugged in, who care about day-to-day events, are listening to stuff like we're doing here, not CNN. And that is the graph looks like that. Those legacy media companies like CNN lost all the trust of their audience. I think the problem ultimately is that, like we've talked about here, it's all just a gimmick. Jake Tapper was one of the foremost people trying to cover for Biden. And then when Biden loses, writes a book about how like Biden shouldn't have been running. Like, that's how you lose faith in your audience.”
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CNN's decline in viewer trust highlights a deeper issue: the legacy media's failure to connect with audiences. Instead of genuine engagement, they resort to gimmicks, as seen with Jake Tapper's contradictory stance on Biden. This disconnect has led to a significant audience shift towards more authentic media formats, revealing the fragility of trust in traditional outlets.
“… at kind of basement level expectations for CNN. I was shocked at this segment, like genuinely appalled, like, wow. Let's roll a little bit of this. Jake Tapper, it's Jake Tapper, Jonah Goldberg, and Karen Finney, because they gave up on the idea of having somebody like Sam Seder come on and actually put up the opposing side. It's just three of them just trashing the mayor, his wife, and Mahmoud Khalil. Let's roll a little bit of it. With a high-profile Palestinian activist detained and released by ICE, the mayor writes, quote, we marked the one-year anniversary of detention. Rama and I were honored to …”
“and spent a long time in prison Trump trying to deport him In the photo was Mom Donnie wife It like aha she eats dinner at the mansion right there Gotcha Now we can do a segment on you So let it was so I have nobody should be surprised at kind of basement level expectations for CNN. I was shocked at this segment, like genuinely appalled, like, wow. Let's roll a little bit of this. Jake Tapper, it's Jake Tapper, Jonah Goldberg, and Karen Finney, because they gave up on the idea of having somebody like Sam Seder come on and actually put up the opposing side. It's just three of them just trashing the mayor, his wife, and Mahmoud Khalil. Let's roll a little bit of it. With a high-profile Palestinian activist detained and released by ICE, the mayor writes, quote, we marked the one-year anniversary of detention. Rama and I were honored to welcome Mahmoud, meaning Mahmoud Khalil, Noor and their son Dean to Gracie Manchin to break our fast together. It is Ramadan. Mahmoud is a New Yorker and he belongs in New York City, unquote. Now you might remember Mahmoud Khalil as the anti-Israel protester from Columbia University, to say the least. I get the talking point. Part of my problem is …”
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Mayor Zoran Mamdani's choice to host Palestinian activist Mahmoud Khalil at a Ramadan dinner has sparked outrage, particularly among conservative commentators like Jake Tapper. Critics argue that Khalil's past affiliations and statements make him unworthy of such recognition, igniting a debate over free speech and the political implications of Mamdani's actions. This conflict highlights the broader tensions surrounding activism and perceived support for controversial figures.
“… funny about it. The innocents, they have taken control. They now own CNN Wow! Big time changes are coming for sure It's just a matter of when Jake Tapper and Anderson are facing the axe And Stelter will get canned again Yeah, he only works part time It's over, my friend, for libs at CNN.”
“… to be a part of transitioning to streaming so that consumers have the choice, blah, blah, blah, blah, blah. But basically they're saying CNN may move away from this activist nonsense they've been doing for so long. And Jim Gossett decided to do something funny about it. The innocents, they have taken control. They now own CNN Wow! Big time changes are coming for sure It's just a matter of when Jake Tapper and Anderson are facing the axe And Stelter will get canned again Yeah, he only works part time It's over, my friend, for libs at CNN.”
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CNN is poised for a major editorial shift under new leadership aimed at more accurate news coverage rather than an anti-Trump bias. David Ellison, the new head of CNN, emphasizes the importance of maintaining journalistic independence and catering to a broader audience. This change could signal the end of activist journalism at CNN, reflecting a broader trend in news coverage at CBS as well.
“… estimated $50 billion in additional funding for the war. That's on top of the nearly $1 trillion Pentagon budget for 2026. Over the weekend, CNN's Jake Tapper asked Senator Chris Murphy about this request. Let's play that exchange and then talk about it. The administration is reportedly weighing Congress to approve an additional $50 billion in funding for these operations. You have said you're a hell no, not just a no, on funding the war. We have seen this movie before. We know that that vote will be cast as, especially if you run for higher office, you voting against the troops. Oh, come on. I mean, …”
“… voted in favor of allowing Trump and Pete Hegseth to continue this regime change war of choice in Iran, which is just insane to me. But Politico reported that the next step in Congress will be the administration coming back to them to request an estimated $50 billion in additional funding for the war. That's on top of the nearly $1 trillion Pentagon budget for 2026. Over the weekend, CNN's Jake Tapper asked Senator Chris Murphy about this request. Let's play that exchange and then talk about it. The administration is reportedly weighing Congress to approve an additional $50 billion in funding for these operations. You have said you're a hell no, not just a no, on funding the war. We have seen this movie before. We know that that vote will be cast as, especially if you run for higher office, you voting against the troops. Oh, come on. I mean, the American people don't want this war. They don't want this war. They have seen what happens when American troops go into places like Iraq, places like Afghanistan. Ultimately, we get a lot of people killed. We waste a lot of dollars. The one thing the American people are clear about is that they do not want the United States dragged into …”
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Senator Chris Murphy declares a firm 'no' to the proposed $50 billion funding for the war in Iran, emphasizing that the American public opposes further military involvement. He argues that supporting the troops means voting against funding wars that lead to unnecessary loss of life and resources. This stance challenges outdated political thinking within the Democratic Party about war funding and public sentiment.
“… to do right now. the mainstream media, because I think if you go, if you were to walk around the offices at CNN and you were to privately talk to Jake Tapper and Wolf Blitzer and Dana Bash and all the other cast of Muppets, that they would privately be like, yeah, this, this thing's going pretty well. It's pretty impressive what Trump's done here. And Biden got, it never happens at a good time. The pipe bursts at midnight. The heater quits on the coldest night. Suddenly you're overwhelmed. That's when And HomeServe is here. For $4.99 a month, you're never alone. Just call their 24-7 hotline and a …”
“… Twitter or that's TikTok or on the TikTok. So if you're on the TikTok, which is that Chinese spyware, I don't have it on my phone. But anyway, he's on there. We'll try to do more with him. Anyway, it continues because the media doesn't really know what to do right now. the mainstream media, because I think if you go, if you were to walk around the offices at CNN and you were to privately talk to Jake Tapper and Wolf Blitzer and Dana Bash and all the other cast of Muppets, that they would privately be like, yeah, this, this thing's going pretty well. It's pretty impressive what Trump's done here. And Biden got, it never happens at a good time. The pipe bursts at midnight. The heater quits on the coldest night. Suddenly you're overwhelmed. That's when And HomeServe is here. For $4.99 a month, you're never alone. Just call their 24-7 hotline and a local pro is on the way. Trusted by millions, HomeServe delivers peace of mind when you need it most. For plans starting at just $4.99 a month, go to HomeServe.com. That's HomeServe.com. Not available everywhere. Most plans range between $4.99 to $1,199 a month your first year. Terms apply on covered repairs. ...us into a huge mess, and that mess was …”
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The media's bias against Trump is so ingrained that they manipulate information to undermine his successes, as highlighted in a discussion about Iran's nuclear threat. Even when faced with evidence of the Trump administration's strategic military buildup, they cling to narratives that paint him negatively. This reflects a broader issue where mainstream media prioritizes their agenda over factual reporting.
“… appearance in the tournament, facing off against a perennial powerhouse, David Frum in the 10th seed. And at the bottom of the bracket, listen, Jake Tapper is somebody you never want to ignore in a Hack Madness tournament.”
“… just vote for Syilis Kepur, lock him up. Thumb on the scale. Yeah. Lock him up, folks. Sits three miles away and writes his nonsense. Unblock me, Sahel, you coward. Coward. All right. So round out the bracket. Jeremy Barr with a seven seed, his first appearance in the tournament, facing off against a perennial powerhouse, David Frum in the 10th seed. And at the bottom of the bracket, listen, Jake Tapper is somebody you never want to ignore in a Hack Madness tournament.”
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Philip Bump is labeled as overrated, with critics arguing he lacks talent and has benefitted from family connections. In a heated debate, his competition, including seasoned political journalists like George Stephanopoulos, is discussed, revealing the complexities of media credibility and the challenges of rising through the ranks. This matchup highlights the fierce competition in political journalism and the differing opinions on who truly deserves recognition.
“… records laws. On CNN's State of the Union this morning, over a chyron that read, oil prices skyrocket as Iran throttles traffic in Strait of Hormuz, Jake Tapper noted that while the U.S. has said it would soon send naval escorts through the strait, shipping executives have told CNN that all their requests for escorts have been rebuffed. Tapper asked Walz if Trump is simply hoping other countries will send naval escorts through the Strait of Hormuz, or if they had committed to it. Waltz answered that, we have the energy dominance in place, then noted that in the past, other countries had worked …”
“… Atlantic editor Jeffrey Goldberg to the Signal messaging app on which members of the administration were making plans to strike Houthi militants in Yemen, a chat that would hide administration discussions from the record-keeping required by public records laws. On CNN's State of the Union this morning, over a chyron that read, oil prices skyrocket as Iran throttles traffic in Strait of Hormuz, Jake Tapper noted that while the U.S. has said it would soon send naval escorts through the strait, shipping executives have told CNN that all their requests for escorts have been rebuffed. Tapper asked Walz if Trump is simply hoping other countries will send naval escorts through the Strait of Hormuz, or if they had committed to it. Waltz answered that, we have the energy dominance in place, then noted that in the past, other countries had worked alongside the U.S. to keep energy flowing through the Strait, and Trump is calling on the world to do the same thing again. Waltz said, we certainly welcome, encourage, and even demand their participation to help their own economies.”
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The Trump administration's handling of the Iran conflict lacks serious strategic thought, risking further escalation and instability in the Strait of Hormuz.
The U.S. administration's lack of foresight and planning in the conflict with Iran exacerbates global instability and risks further escalation in oil prices.
The U.S. administration's lack of foresight in the conflict with Iran has led to increased instability and potential leverage for Iran over global oil supply routes.
The U.S. administration's lack of foresight in the Iran conflict has led to unexpected consequences, including threats to global oil supply and regional stability.
The Trump administration's lack of foresight and planning in the conflict with Iran has led to unexpected consequences and international backlash.
The U.S. military's destruction of the Iranian military is portrayed as a superficial victory, with Iran retaining strategic leverage through control of the Strait of Hormuz.
The Trump administration's handling of the Iran conflict lacks serious strategic thought, risking significant economic fallout from disrupted oil flows through the Strait of Hormuz.
“… of contempt for the American people, of self-righteousness, of scolds. Like I just think when I think of CNN, I do think of like Aaron Burnett and Jake Tapper and Abby Phillips, this constant look of like scolding you, scolding you for thinking normal thoughts, scolding you for believing your lying eyes, scolding you for having values that don't align with the Acela Corridor. And so that's Blake's point, why they are so unwatchable. Nobody can watch them because it's like a cringe fest. Literally, I saw it last night for the first time in years. I actually watched it. The only reason I watched that …”
“… see this to Blake point again and again and again And this is why the mainstream legacy news media is completely clowned itself and nobody trusts it anymore because they run by crazy people They run by people that live in a bubble of virtue signaling, of contempt for the American people, of self-righteousness, of scolds. Like I just think when I think of CNN, I do think of like Aaron Burnett and Jake Tapper and Abby Phillips, this constant look of like scolding you, scolding you for thinking normal thoughts, scolding you for believing your lying eyes, scolding you for having values that don't align with the Acela Corridor. And so that's Blake's point, why they are so unwatchable. Nobody can watch them because it's like a cringe fest. Literally, I saw it last night for the first time in years. I actually watched it. The only reason I watched that show is to see Scott Jennings rip apart the libs from time to time. And that's literally the utility of that show. Otherwise, it's completely unwatchable. You can get that on X. You don't actually have to tune in to Abby Mills. I don't need to tune in. I mean truly. Her ratings are bottom of the barrel. They're terrible. As are all of CNNs. It's not …”
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The mainstream media's reluctance to accurately label radical Islamic attacks as terrorism reflects a broader ideological bias that undermines public trust.
The media's portrayal of terrorism is biased and downplays the agency of radicalized individuals, contributing to a lack of trust in mainstream news.
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