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Political Theater

Political Theater

By: CQ Roll Call
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Have you ever asked, “WTF?,” about politics? Or, “who are these people making decisions about my life?” Political Theater pulls back the curtain on the stunts, antics and motivations that drive Washington. Host Jason Dick and the Roll Call team spotlight the spectacle, the players and what’s going on behind the curtain in Washington’s long-running drama: Congress.© 2019 All Rights Reserved CQ Roll Call, Inc. 324838 Political Science Politics & Government
Episodes
  • The dog days are here already for Congress

    The dog days are here already for Congress
    Jul 16 2026
    Jason Dick and Molly Reynolds discuss how history will view the late Sen. Lindsey Graham, R-S.C., how congressional illnesses are starting to affect the institution, why things are getting stuck in both chambers, and what a weird time it is for the legislative branch. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    38 mins
  • Sean Astin on being a leader during a time of upheaval

    Sean Astin on being a leader during a time of upheaval
    Jul 2 2026
    Jason Dick talks with film legend Sean Astin, the president of SAG-AFTRA, about his deep connections to Washington, D.C., public service, the issues he is advocating on Capitol Hill and meeting the moment at a pivotal time in human history. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    1 hr
  • No more ‘Idiocracy’ references please; let's talk about the ads

    No more ‘Idiocracy’ references please; let's talk about the ads
    Jun 19 2026
    Jason Dick and Brandon Wetherbee discuss the big UFC bout at the White House, the relationship between President Donald Trump and combat sports and entertainment and the expansion of Brandon's media empire, Recommend If You Like. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices
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    35 mins
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