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When David Axelrod and Mike Murphy get together to talk politics, it’s not academic. They speak from the perspective gained through hundreds of campaigns for offices from City Hall to the White House. So if you want to know what’s really going on behind the scenes, where strategic decisions are being made, pull up a stool for Hacks on Tap. Incisive, sometimes uproarious and always entertaining, these political warhorses and their guests will give you insights you’ll only get from folks who have spent a lifetime in the political trenches of both parties.

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Recent Hosts, Guests & Topics

Here's a quick summary of the last 5 episodes on Hacks On Tap.

Hosts

Mike Murphy David Axelrod John Heilemann

Previous Guests

Alex Isenstadt

Alex Isenstadt is a senior political reporter for Axios, known for his in-depth coverage of political campaigns and the inner workings of Washington. He has reported on various political events and has a keen insight into the dynamics of the Republican Party. Isenstadt is also the author of the book 'Revenge: The Inside Story of Trump's Return to Power', which explores the political landscape following Donald Trump's presidency.

Doug Heye

Doug Heye is a veteran GOP strategist and communications professional with extensive experience in political campaigns and party communications. He has worked with various Republican candidates and organizations, providing strategic advice and media relations expertise. Heye is known for his insights into the Republican Party's strategies and has been a prominent voice in political commentary.

Jonathan Martin

Jonathan Martin is a veteran political reporter and senior political columnist for Politico. He has covered national politics for over a decade, providing insights and analysis on key political events and trends. Martin is known for his in-depth reporting and has been a prominent voice in political journalism.

Robert Costa

Robert Costa is the chief election and campaign correspondent for CBS News and co-author of the book 'Peril' with Bob Woodward. He has extensive experience covering politics and has been recognized for his reporting on major political events and campaigns. Costa is known for his insightful analysis and has become a trusted figure in political journalism.

John Anzalone

John Anzalone is a prominent Democratic pollster known for his expertise in political strategy and public opinion research. He has worked on numerous high-profile campaigns and is recognized for his ability to analyze and interpret polling data effectively. Anzalone has contributed to shaping electoral strategies for various Democratic candidates and is often sought after for his insights into voter behavior and trends.

Jeff Greenfield

Jeff Greenfield is a renowned American journalist, author, and political commentator. He has served as a speechwriter for Robert F. Kennedy and has a long history of covering politics for major news outlets, including CBS News and ABC News. Greenfield is known for his insightful analysis and has authored several books on American politics and media. His experience and perspective make him a respected voice in political discourse.

Mallory McMorrow

Mallory McMorrow is a Michigan State Senator representing the 8th District. She is known for her advocacy on issues such as education, women's rights, and social justice. McMorrow has gained national attention for her passionate speeches and her commitment to progressive values. Before her political career, she worked in the private sector and has a background in marketing and communications.

Topics Discussed

GOP strategist communications politics Trump 1.0 Trump 2.0 Chris Van Hollen political mayhem POTUS v. SCOTUS wrongful deportations China's tariff triumphs Harvard fighting back deficits stagflation strongman stuff American democracy polling Trump's tariffs stock market supermarket Democratic economic agenda Wisconsin Supreme Court Trump RFK Jr. authoritarian antics tariffs tax cuts Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow deportations legal issues Signal

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Episodes

Here's the recent few episodes on Hacks On Tap.

0:00 1:06:12

Maximum Don (with Alex Isenstadt & Doug Heye)

April 22, 2025

Mike Murphy

Alex Isenstadt Doug Heye

GOP strategist communications politics Trump 1.0 Trump 2.0 Chris Van Hollen political mayhem

This week, Murphy is still flying solobut he's not alone. He's joined by veteran GOP strategist and communications pro Doug Heye, along with Axios senior political reporter Alex Isenstadt, author of the new book Revenge: The Inside Story of Trump's Return to Power. The Hacks dig into Senator Chris Van Hollens visit with Kilmar brego Garca, dissect the evolution from Trump 1.0 to Trump 2.0, and unpack all the political mayhem in between.

0:00 1:08:12

Veritas v. Vendetta (with Jonathan Martin and Robert Costa)

April 15, 2025

Mike Murphy

Jonathan Martin Robert Costa

POTUS v. SCOTUS wrongful deportations China's tariff triumphs Harvard fighting back deficits stagflation strongman stuff American democracy

This week, Mike Murphy is flying solo — but fear not, he’s joined by two heavyweight Hacks: Jonathan Martin, veteran political reporter and senior political columnist for Politico, and Robert Costa, CBS News chief election and campaign correspondent and co-author of Peril with Bob Woodward. Together, they dive into POTUS v. SCOTUS, wrongful deportations, China’s tariff triumphs, Harvard fighting back, deficits, stagflation, strongman stuff, and — naturally — a slew of other uplifting developments in American democracy.

0:00 1:09:53

Polls, Trolls, and Dinner Rolls (with John Anzalone)

April 08, 2025

David Axelrod Mike Murphy

John Anzalone

polling Trump's tariffs stock market supermarket Democratic economic agenda

This week, Axe and Murphy are back together -- proof that political gravity always pulls the Hacks back into orbit. They’re joined by legendary Democratic pollster and savant, John Anzalone. The Hacks dive right into Anzalone’s polling, discussing Trump’s tariffs, the stock market vs. the supermarket, the Democratic need to lay out an economic agenda, angels and demons, melting ice sculptures, and so much more!

0:00 1:01:34

Calling a Wolf a Wolf (with Jeff Greenfield)

April 01, 2025

David Axelrod Mike Murphy John Heilemann

Jeff Greenfield

Wisconsin Supreme Court Trump RFK Jr. authoritarian antics tariffs tax cuts

This week, Mike Murphy is hacking—and not in the good, political way, but in the coughing-his-lungs-out way—so the heroic John Heilemann swoops in to save the day and join David! The Hacks are joined by legendary journalist, author, former RFK speechwriter, and all-around wise guy Jeff Greenfield to break down the Wisconsin Supreme Court showdown, Trump’s third-act trolling, RFK Jr. (the bizarro version), authoritarian antics, tariffs, tax cuts, and much more.

0:00 1:07:29

End to End Incompetence (with Mallory McMorrow)

March 26, 2025

David Axelrod Mike Murphy John Heilemann

Mallory McMorrow

politics Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow Trump deportations legal issues Signal political mayhem

This week, Axe and Heilemann are joined by Michigan State Senator Mallory McMorrow for a deep dive into the week’s political mayhem. The Hacks break down war planning via Signal, Trump’s deportations and legal issues, exploding head emojis, going down the rabbit hole, pyrotechnics, nonsense, and so much more.

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