Rick Wilson's The Enemies List

This week on The Enemies List, Rick is joined by friend of the show, Molly Jong-Fast to explore the power and pitfalls of political polling, as they dissect the blurred lines between facts and suppositions, revealing how it shapes narratives and fuels controversy. They tackle everything from the influence of polls on election outcomes to the impending presidential political showdown.

Today on The Enemies List, Rick is joined by former Republican Congressman Adam Kinzinger. Together, they explore Kinzinger's journey from GOP member to a renegade figure in the party, his involvement in the January 6 hearings, and the insights shared in his book, "Renegade: Defending Democracy and Liberty in Our Divided Country." This conversation offers a compelling glimpse into our tumultuous political landscape and its implications.

Rick is joined by ABC's Chief WH Correspondent, Jonathan Karl to discuss his new book "Tired of Winning: Donald Trump and the End of the Grand Old Party." They explore the chaotic final year of Trump's presidency and his continued influence on the Republican Party, highlighting a blend of internal discord and controversial decisions that defined the Trump White House. This conversation is a stark reminder of the chaos and peril of a Trump presidency.

This week on The Enemies List, Rick is joined by Brian Stelter, former CNN host of "Reliable Sources" and renowned media analyst. Together they delve into the captivating world of his new book, "Network of Lies: The Epic Saga of Fox News, Donald Trump, and the Battle for American Democracy." Stelter takes us behind the scenes of one of the most influential news networks in the country, exploring its intricate relationship with Donald Trump and its far-reaching impact on American democracy.

This week on The Enemies List, Rick is joined by comedian, filmmaker, and activist, Toby Morton. Toby is also known for his legendary voice role as Scott Tenorman in "South Park." Together, they discuss his journey from animation to the sharp edges of political parody, crafting websites that humorously skewer prominent figures in today's tumultuous political landscape.

This week on The Enemies List, Rick is joined by prolific author and film producer Jonathan Taplin. Together, they unpack a dystopian reality orchestrated by tech moguls Peter Thiel, Mark Zuckerberg, Marc Andreessen, and Elon Musk.

This week on the Enemies List, Rick is joined by Ruy Teixeira and John Judis. Ruy is an author and political commentator and John is the editor-at-large at Taking Points Memo, as well as an author and journalist. Together, the three discuss the most compelling trends and statistics that signal how the 2024 election may go, including underrated voting demographics, turnout of young voters, and much more.

This week on The Enemies List, Rick Wilson is joined by Tom Nichols. Tom is a staff writer for The Atlantic, as well as a former professor. Together, they discuss the immaturity of most billionaires, why American colleges and universities feel the need to have corporate takes on controversial world events, what the faces of the Republican Party are keeping from the people, and more.

On this episode of The Enemies List, Rick is joined by Ryan J. Reilly, an NBC News justice reporter and author of the new book "Sedition Hunters: How January 6th Broke the Justice System." They discuss chilling truths and untold stories that emerged from the darkest hours of the January 6th Capitol insurrection, and shed light on legal developments and the impact on our justice system as they unpack the chaos that shook the foundations of democracy.

Rick is joined by author, historian, and autocracy expert Ruth Ben-Ghiat. They discuss how the modern GOP has shed any interest in democracy in favor of becoming a modern autocracy, even calling for an actual monarchy.

Best-selling author and former GOP strategist, Stuart Stevens, joins Rick to discuss his new book: Conspiracy To End America.They discuss the GOP's reveal its ugly underbelly under Trump, drawing parallels to historical authoritarian movements. They delve into the party's collapse and the potential consequences of a second Trump term, emphasizing the erosion of democratic values and institutions.

On this episode of The Enemies List, Rick is joined by Dr. Bandy Lee. Dr. Lee is an author, forensic psychiatrist, and editor of “The Dangerous Case of Donald Trump.” Together, the two discuss Trump's mental state from a medical perspective, which of the lawsuits leveled against him are most likely to affect his demeanor, how his own personal mania has spread to the public, mental health comparisons for him, and more!