The Campaign Managers with Kellyanne Conway and David Plouffe

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Renowned strategists and successful Presidential campaign managers, Kellyanne Conway and David Plouffe, delve deep into the complexities of the 2024 election. These two seasoned insiders go beyond the headlines to dissect the latest campaign strategies, analyze the pressing issues shaping the political landscape, and share their first-hand experiences running the campaigns of history-making Presidential candidates Donald Trump and Barack Obama, offering an engaging and informative look into the high-stakes world of American politics.

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The Rally, The RNC, and The Reality of Replacing Biden (w/ Dana Perino)

Jul 17 2024 78 mins

Following an unprecedented week in political history, Kellyanne and David discuss how both sides are addressing the tragic events of last weekend, what Trump's VP nomination means for the future state of the Republican party, and why certain political discussions will accelerate while others temporarily freeze. Later in the episode the two welcome political commentator and fo

Conventions Coming Around The Corner (w/ John Heilemann)

Jul 10 2024 78 mins

With all of the theories about the next best steps for each party, Kellyanne and David give us their take on what's being discussed behind-the-scenes this week. Will Biden remain the party nominee? Are Trump's post-debate plays paying off? And why is there a continually growing voter gap between presidential candidates and their congressional counterparts? Later in the episod

Post-Debate Analysis and What's Next for Each Campaign (w/ Jason Miller and Craig Gilbert)

Jul 03 2024 89 mins

It's a guest-filled week for the Campaign Managers. First, we get David and Kellyanne's thoughts on the first debate, and how each of them would have handled the highs and the lows. Then, the two invite senior advisor to Trump's 2024 campaign, Jason Miller, onto the show to discuss his behind-the-scenes analysis of the last debate, how close he believes the 2024 election will

Preparing for the Debates

Jun 26 2024 71 mins

As two people who helped prepare presidential candidates for the debates, David and Kellyanne share their insights on what each candidate should aim to accomplish with the first debate. The two also discuss the impacts of the new debate rules, the strategic balance between defense and offense, and the potential moments that could change everything this election year. Th

Low Propensity Voters: Who Are They and How Will They Vote? (w/ Amy Walter)

Jun 19 2024 68 mins

David and Kellyanne invite political analyst and Editor-in-Chief at The Cook Political Report, Amy Walter, onto the show to discuss the wildcard that is low propensity voters, why we're seeing such a significant gap in the polls between presidential nominees and their congressional counterparts, and what the subtle voter shifts in non-battleground states may mean this November. Thi

Selecting a VP and When To Announce It

Jun 12 2024 58 mins

The right (or wrong) VP often makes a big difference in a presidential campaign. Kellyanne and David discuss the three key factors that go into selecting a VP, how much loyalty truly means to Donald Trump, and when is the ideal time for a presidential candidate to announce their running mate. The two also share creative ways that campaigns have thrown the media off the trail

The Trump Verdict and Dangerous Polls

Jun 05 2024 73 mins

This week, Kellyanne and David share their opinions on the recent verdict in the Trump trial, whose opinions this verdict will more than likely affect, and how being critical of the justice system can either help or hurt you with certain voter groups. The two also discuss the significant dangers of inaccurate polling numbers, especially as it relates to voter influence and me

Campaign Ads and What To Do With The "Early Vote"

May 29 2024 44 mins

In their second episode, The Campaign Managers break down the history of presidential campaign ads, how streaming has heavily affected television advertisements, and why social media has become one of the main platforms to invest in. Kellyanne and David also discuss the common misconceptions of early voting and ballot harvesting, and what they both agree would be a good solut

Debates, Swing States, and Third Parties

May 22 2024 66 mins

For their very first episode, Kellyanne and David give us a great look at how successful presidential campaigns turn obstacles into opportunities. The two discuss the latest swing state polls, how each presidential candidate needs to prepare for the recently announced debates, and why third parties are an anomaly that should not be ignored by either side.

The Campaign Managers: Coming Soon

Launching May 22, 2024! Renowned strategists and successful Presidential campaign managers, Kellyanne Conway and David Plouffe, delve deep into the complexities of the 2024 election. These two seasoned insiders go beyond the headlines to dissect the latest campaign strategies, analyze the pressing issues shaping the political landscape, and share their first-hand experiences runnin