Nobody Knows Anything

Today on Nobody Knows Anything, Rob and Jesse break down the stunning Democratic victories in the midterms and what they reveal about the future of American politics. They examine the collapse of the MAGA coalition, the dramatic swings among young men and Latino voters, and why Trump's economic record, tariffs, and broken promises may have cost Republicans the very voters who helped deliver his 2024 victory. But while Democrats have plenty to celebrate, they ask whether this was truly a lasting political realignment or simply another election where voters decided to throw out whoever was in charge.From there, they explore what the results mean for the Democratic Party heading into 2028. They discuss why Democrats need to compete in all 50 states, the growing appeal of economic populism, the emergence of a new generation of younger political leaders, and why the old progressive-versus-moderate divide may finally be losing its relevance. They also look at the early signs of a wide-open presidential race, with figures like AOC, JB Pritzker, Cory Booker, and Jon Ossoff already making moves, and examine what the next Democratic nominee will need to do to win over voters.The conversation then turns to the issues that could define the next election cycle, including the growing backlash against AI and data centers, the influence of Silicon Valley money in politics, and why Democrats may have found an effective way to connect technology, corruption, and the cost of living. They also examine the failure of Republican anti-trans messaging, the limits of massive campaign spending, and why candidates who communicate authentically and focus on issues voters actually care about are finding success.Finally, Rob and Jesse look at what comes next for the incoming Democratic majority, debating whether party leadership is ready to deliver meaningful economic reforms while holding the Trump administration accountable. Then it's time for Stock Up, Stock Down, where they highlight the biggest winners and losers of the election, from digital campaign content and Jesse's prediction record to Silicon Valley's political influence and the future of the Supreme Court.Subscribe to the Nobody Knows Anything Youtube Channel Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Instagram. Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Twitter (X??)Follow Rob on Twitter and Jesse on Twitter Email us at [email protected]

Election night is here, and Rob and Jesse are live from a bar in Washington, D.C., for a special edition of Nobody Knows Anything, bringing you their real-time reaction to the 2026 midterm elections. Joined by Lauren Hitt and a lineup of special guests, they follow the results as they come in, break down the biggest surprises of the night, and try to make sense of what could become a historic election for Democrats.From early signs of a major Democratic wave in traditionally Republican territory to the increasingly competitive Senate races in South Carolina, Kansas, Ohio, Texas, and beyond, the conversation explores what is driving the shift in the electorate. They discuss Donald Trump's sinking approval ratings, the importance of candidate quality, the return of suburban and nonwhite voters, and why Democrats appear to be making gains in places that were barely considered competitive just months ago.As the results continue to roll in, the focus turns to some of the night's biggest developments, including John Ossoff's victory in Georgia, surprising Democratic performances in Florida and Kentucky, and the emerging battles for control of the Senate and House. Along the way, they speak with campaign insiders, Democratic strategists, and special guests reporting from victory parties and battleground states across the country, offering a behind-the-scenes look at the campaigns and the people shaping the results.But beyond the election-night celebrations and unexpected victories, Rob, Jesse, and their guests also look ahead to what comes next. What should Democrats do with a potential congressional majority? Can they turn an anti-Trump wave into a lasting political realignment? And what might the results mean for the future of the Democratic Party heading into 2028? This is a live, unfiltered reaction to Midterm Lecture Nine, with all the breaking developments, political analysis, unexpected moments, and election-night chaos as it unfolds.Subscribe to the Nobody Knows Anything Youtube Channel Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Instagram. Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Twitter (X??)Follow Rob on Twitter and Jesse on Twitter Email us at [email protected]

Today on Nobody Knows Anything, Rob and Jesse unpack one of the wildest final weekends of the election cycle, as a political October surprise throws Michigan Democrats into chaos. They break down Congresswoman Haley Stevens' stunning decision to endorse Republican Mike Rogers over Democratic Senate nominee Abdul El-Sayed, the fallout within her own team, and the increasingly complicated questions surrounding her relationship with her fiancé, Jason Turkish. Joining the show is former Haley Stevens advisor Caitlin Legacki, who offers an inside look at the campaign, the growing tensions behind the scenes, and why Stevens' dramatic last-minute decision has left so many former colleagues deeply concerned.From there, they turn to the latest polling shake-up, as a blockbuster New York Times/Siena poll shows Democrats making major gains across some of the country's most competitive Senate races. They debate whether the numbers are too good to be true, examine the early voting trends driving Democratic optimism, and make their final predictions for the Senate map. Could Democrats really pull off upsets in Texas, Kansas, South Carolina, Louisiana, or even Mississippi? And just how big could the wave become in the House, where some of the most unexpected districts are suddenly looking competitive?They also take a look at the increasingly bizarre Republican campaigns in Texas and Kansas, including Ken Paxton's increasingly uncomfortable final stretch against John Cornyn and Senator Roger Marshall's extraordinary attempt to defend his record after patients were sent to collections. Finally, as the election cycle reaches its final hours, the panel reflects on the campaign moments they'll remember most, from Paxton's political humiliation to Cornyn's long-running revenge tour, before looking ahead to election night and what could be a very big night for Democrats.Subscribe to the Nobody Knows Anything Youtube Channel Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Instagram. Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Twitter (X??)Follow Rob on Twitter and Jesse on Twitter Email us at [email protected]

With less than a week until Election Day, Rob and Jesse return to Nobody Knows Anything to break down a chaotic final stretch of the midterms—and the Senate races that could determine control of Washington. They start in Michigan, where Haley Stevens’ response to her fiancé’s support for Republican Mike Rogers sparks a heated debate over party unity, Abdul El-Sayed, and the political fallout of one of the cycle’s most contentious primaries.From there, they head to Alaska, unpacking the New York Times’ reporting on a secret Democratic effort to recruit candidates with the same name as Republican Senator Dan Sullivan, and debate whether the ballot strategy was clever political maneuvering or an entirely unnecessary own goal. They also look at the increasingly competitive Senate races in South Carolina and Maine, where Annie Andrews’ momentum and Susan Collins’ controversial campaign ad could reshape the map in unexpected ways.As early voting numbers roll in, Rob and Jesse examine signs of rising Democratic turnout across Nevada, Georgia, Texas, Florida, and even Louisiana, asking whether Republicans are facing a much bigger electoral problem than they anticipated. They also dissect Donald Trump’s bizarre closing arguments, from his fixation on Jon Husted’s appearance to his promises of financial rewards and government action that hinge on Republicans winning the midterms.The conversation continues with the flood of campaign spending and increasingly aggressive attack ads, including a closer look at Mississippi, where Democrats are making an unlikely push against Republican incumbents. Finally, the hosts turn their attention to the political figures already positioning themselves for 2028, comparing their campaign stops and considering what their latest moves might reveal about the future of the Democratic Party.With unexpected races tightening, early voting defying expectations, and both parties scrambling in the final days, one thing is clear: the home stretch is getting stranger by the minute—and nobody knows anything.Subscribe to the Nobody Knows Anything Youtube Channel Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Instagram. Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Twitter (X??)Follow Rob on Twitter and Jesse on Twitter Email us at [email protected]

Today on Nobody Knows Anything, Rob and Jesse are joined by three special guests for a packed episode covering the battle for Congress, the fight for the Senate, and the growing political debate over LGBTQ+ rights. First, they react to Barack Obama’s latest campaign trail takedowns of Donald Trump and Pete Hegseth, debate whether Democrats are becoming too reliant on Obama to energize the party, and dissect the latest controversy surrounding the White House’s increasingly extravagant renovations.With the midterms fast approaching, the conversation turns to the battle for control of the House. Brooke Butler, national political director for the Democratic Congressional Campaign Committee, joins Jesse to explain how Democrats are recruiting candidates who can compete in traditionally Republican districts, why working-class backgrounds and local connections matter, and how the new “F Around and Find Out” fund aims to flip deep-red seats. Then, Lauren French of Senate Majority PAC breaks down the increasingly competitive Senate map, from Kansas and Mississippi to Ohio and Texas, explaining where Democrats are investing their resources, why several races remain far from guaranteed, and what it will take to secure a majority in November.Finally, Kelley Robinson, president of the Human Rights Campaign, joins the show to discuss the millions of dollars Republicans are spending on anti-trans advertising and what Democrats should do differently after the lessons of 2024. They examine whether these attacks are resonating with voters, why some Democratic candidates are pushing back while others are conceding ground, and how campaigns can defend transgender rights without losing sight of the economic issues voters care about most. Plus, the hosts close things out with a Halloween-themed look at politicians’ costumes, questionable holiday traditions, and some very unconventional ideas for what elected officials should dress up as.Subscribe to the Nobody Knows Anything Youtube Channel Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Instagram. Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Twitter (X??)Follow Rob on Twitter and Jesse on Twitter Email us at [email protected]

Today on Nobody Knows Anything, Rob and Jesse look ahead to the 2026 midterms and predict the headlines we'll be waking up to on Election Day. They break down why candidate quality still matters in an increasingly polarized political landscape, where Democrats could see surprising splits between Senate and gubernatorial races, and whether the progressive wing of the party is really on the verge of a Democratic takeover. They also examine how third-party candidates could shake up tight races, why the AI industry's massive political spending may be backfiring as voters push for regulation, and how the race for the 2028 Democratic presidential nomination is already starting to take shape.Then, Rob and Jesse sit down with Yasmin Radjy of Swing Left to discuss the future of Democratic campaigning—and why the party's approach to grassroots organizing may be overdue for a serious overhaul. Radjy explains how campaign tactics and technology have changed surprisingly little since 2008, leaving volunteers with outdated tools and voter conversations that are often too late and too transactional. She introduces Swing Left's Ground Truth program, which takes a different approach by encouraging volunteers to have deeper, more meaningful conversations with voters long before Election Day.The conversation explores how voice notes and AI-powered analysis can help campaigns understand what voters actually care about, uncover the complicated mix of opinions that traditional voter data often misses, and make follow-up more personal and effective. It's a look at whether better listening, smarter technology, and a more human approach to voter outreach could reshape how Democrats organize, persuade voters, and compete in elections.Subscribe to the Nobody Knows Anything Youtube Channel Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Instagram. Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Twitter (X??)Follow Rob on Twitter and Jesse on Twitter Email us at [email protected]

Tonight on Nobody Knows Anything, Rob and Jesse welcome Sam Forstag, Montana smokejumper, labor leader, and Democratic congressional candidate, to discuss his uphill battle to flip Montana’s 1st Congressional District. They break down how federal workforce cuts are affecting wildland firefighters, why working-class voters have lost faith in both parties, and how Forstag is building an unlikely coalition of progressives, Republicans, and working people around housing, healthcare, childcare, and economic security. They also examine the growing influence of AI money in politics, the risks of leaving powerful technology companies unchecked, and whether Forstag’s grassroots campaign can overcome millions in outside spending.From there, the conversation turns to the White House, where Rob and Jesse unpack the latest drama surrounding Donald Trump’s chief of staff, Susie Wiles, and the bizarre chain of events involving a disastrous interview, internal power struggles, and questions about her future in the administration. They debate whether Wiles has become the indispensable figure keeping Trump’s White House functioning—and what could happen if she’s pushed out.Then it’s time for the midterm election battlegrounds, as they examine Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s campaign push in Michigan, the debate over Democratic investment in progressive and diverse candidates, and whether the party is putting its money in the right places. They also dig into Elon Musk’s staggering $276 million midterm spending spree, his efforts to influence key Senate races, and whether Republican super PACs can really buy elections—or whether their spending power comes with serious limits.Finally, they look ahead to 2028, breaking down the latest campaign finance filings, the candidates building enormous war chests, and which potential presidential contenders are already positioning themselves for the next Democratic primary. From political money and working-class representation to White House dysfunction and the future of the Democratic Party, it’s another episode proving that nobody knows anything.Subscribe to the Nobody Knows Anything Youtube Channel Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Instagram. Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Twitter (X??)Follow Rob on Twitter and Jesse on Twitter Email us at [email protected]

On this episode of Nobody Knows Anything, Rob and Jesse are back with their hottest takes on the final stretch of the 2026 midterms—and the political shake-ups that could reshape the future of both parties. They break down why Republicans are suddenly pulling money out of vulnerable House races, how Democrats are expanding the battleground into traditionally red territory, and whether the GOP’s narrow congressional majority is on the verge of collapse.Then it’s time for the Midterm Madness Takeoff, where Rob and Jesse debate some of the election’s biggest wild cards. They unpack Ken Paxton’s increasingly chaotic Texas Senate campaign, ask whether Kansas could elect its first Democratic senator since 1932, and examine whether independent candidates have a real shot at flipping Republican-held Senate seats. They also debate Susan Collins’ chances in Maine, why traditionally blue states could deliver surprisingly close races, and whether JD Vance might sit out the 2028 presidential race altogether.Looking beyond November, the conversation turns to the emerging 2028 Democratic field. From potential presidential hopefuls making strategic moves in early primary states to Ruben Gallego’s ambitious economic agenda addressing AI, wages, and job displacement, Rob and Jesse explore what Democrats need to stand for after the midterms. They also dive into Ro Khanna’s growing feud with Gavin Newsom over corporate power, billionaire influence, and the Paramount-Skydance merger.Finally, the guys wrap things up with Stock Up, Stock Down, giving their verdicts on Hillary Clinton’s new podcast and the disastrous first press briefing from Trump’s new White House press secretary, Katie Zacharia. As the midterms approach and the 2028 jockeying begins, one thing is certain: nobody knows anything.Subscribe to the Nobody Knows Anything Youtube Channel Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Instagram. Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Twitter (X??)Follow Rob on Twitter and Jesse on Twitter Email us at [email protected]

Today on Nobody Knows Anything, Rob and Jesse are back in the thick of midterm madness, starting in Michigan, where Abdul El-Sayed is getting some high-profile help from Barack Obama as he tries to close out his Senate campaign. They dig into El-Sayed’s struggles with Black voters, his efforts to unify the Democratic coalition alongside Elissa Slotkin, and whether his increasingly unconventional general-election strategy is enough to put the race away. They also debate the value of Democrats taking their message directly to Fox News—and why El-Sayed and Dan Osborn may have figured out something the rest of the party is still reluctant to embrace.From there, they take a wider look at the midterm map and ask whether a Democratic wave is really building. Donald Trump is hitting the road, but increasingly in some very red states, while Republican spending patterns, Democratic turnout, voter registration, and special-election results are all offering clues about where the battlefield is shifting. In Maine, they break down Susan Collins’ awkward attempt to distance herself from Trump, her debate performance, and whether Troy Jackson can finally knock off one of the Senate’s most resilient Republicans. Then it’s on to Kansas, where devastating opposition research on Roger Marshall appears to be reshaping his race against Adam Hamilton.The political ad review gets increasingly unhinged as Rob and Jesse examine some of the strangest and most memorable spots of the cycle—from attacks on Katie Hobbs’ teaching reviews, to a bizarrely suggestive Steve Hilton ad, to Mike Rogers’ attempt to convince Michigan voters that he is definitely, absolutely, totally a normal Michigan guy.Finally, it’s time to look ahead to 2028 with the official Nobody Knows Anything presidential “thirst” rankings. They size up the potential Democratic field, from Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez, Kamala Harris, and Jon Ossoff at the supposedly least thirsty end to Rahm Emanuel, Andy Beshear, and the undisputed Thirst King, Ro Khanna. Along the way, they assess who is quietly laying the groundwork for a presidential campaign, who is already making their ambitions impossible to miss, and who might actually be better positioned than the conventional wisdom suggests.Subscribe to the Nobody Knows Anything Youtube Channel Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Instagram. Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Twitter (X??)Follow Rob on Twitter and Jesse on Twitter Email us at [email protected]

Today on Nobody Knows Anything, Rob and Jesse sit down with Democratic strategist and CNN political commentator Xochitl Hinojosa to dig into one of the biggest questions facing Democrats right now: can they actually win Texas? With Gina Hinojosa running a surprisingly competitive race against Greg Abbott, they explore what is driving the shift in Texas, why Latino voters and the economy could reshape the race, and why Abbott’s massive war chest may not be enough to keep Democrats from breaking through in one of the country’s biggest red states.They also examine the growing frustration with national Democrats over the party’s decision not to invest heavily in Texas, despite the race’s potential implications for the House, Senate, redistricting, and the party’s long-term path to 270 electoral votes. Xochitl explains why Democrats need to build stronger state-level brands, why candidates like Gina Hinojosa and James Talarico are running on issues that go beyond party politics, and why Texas could become a crucial test of the party’s strategy heading into 2028.From there, the conversation turns to the emerging 2028 Democratic presidential race, including who could make an early move, how the DNC might handle an overcrowded primary field, and whether candidates will need to get in early to capture the political spotlight. They also discuss Andy Beshear’s role at the DGA, his potential presidential ambitions, and whether the Texas governor’s race could ultimately become a defining test for his national future.Then the discussion shifts to the rise of AI populism. They unpack Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s push against surveillance technology, the growing backlash over data centers, and why AI could become a defining political issue in the next election. The group debates whether Democrats can turn concerns about AI, corporate power, jobs, privacy, and regulation into a broader populist message—and whether politicians are prepared to deal with an issue that is evolving faster than traditional polling can capture.Finally, they take aim at Sam Altman and Silicon Valley’s approach to AI after Altman argued that society should accept some bad things happening in exchange for the benefits of AI. The conversation expands into AI safety, corporate self-regulation, Mark Zuckerberg’s influence, and whether the people building increasingly powerful technology can really be trusted to police themselves. And, as always, the episode closes out with Stock Up, Stock Down—including a memorable moment involving Vivek Ramaswamy.Subscribe to the Nobody Knows Anything Youtube Channel Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Instagram. Follow Nobody Knows Anything on Twitter (X??)Follow Rob on Twitter and Jesse on Twitter Email us at [email protected]