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Sidebar

Sidebar

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The Washington Post’s Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann gather for a weekly in-depth conversation about politics and power. From presidential candidates to members of Congress to the judicial system, Sidebar dives deep on the topics and people at the forefront of the political conversation. The crew sits down each Thursday (with the occasional breaking news episode) to discuss what has happened that week, and what’s coming up the next week – with guest appearances from Washington Post reporters.© The Washington Post Political Science Politics & Government True Crime World
Episodes
  • Introducing a new project from Jason Rezaian

    Introducing a new project from Jason Rezaian
    Aug 21 2026
    The "Freedom Desk" video podcast is a new project from Jason Rezaian, Director of Press Freedom Initiatives at The Washington Post.
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    1 min
  • Ceasefire

    Ceasefire
    Jun 24 2025

    On the final episode of Sidebar, The Washington Post's Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin, James Hohmann and JM Rieger breakdown the shaky ceasefire between Iran and Israel – and whether it will hold. And having decided to enter the conflict, President Trump is now trying to play peacemaker.


    Then, the crew breaks down Trump's stunning turn of fortune since Sidebar began – from being found guilty in his New York hush money and election interference trial, to winning the presidency for a second time and seeing his federal charges dismissed.


    Later, the crew reflects on their time hosting Sidebar and other Washington Post coverage.
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    50 mins
  • Is the U.S. on the brink of war with Iran?

    Is the U.S. on the brink of war with Iran?
    Jun 17 2025

    On this episode, The Washington Post's Libby Casey, Rhonda Colvin and James Hohmann break down the evolving news on Iran – from trading strikes with Israel to President Trump's increasing involvement.


    The crew breaks down what Trump says he might do, what his endgame is – and whether Israel is luring the United States into a war of its choosing.


    Then, Trump's 2024 financial disclosures have been released – and the President made money from all kinds of ventures, from his golf courses to crypto to signed guitars. Which ones earned him the most money?
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    29 mins
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