The Atlantic
Mentioned in 106 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A prominent media and publishing company known for long-form journalism and cultural analysis, The Atlantic produces and publishes content across multiple platforms including its own podcast series on American democracy and politics. The publication employs and collaborates with numerous prominent journalists and commentators—including David Frum, Jonathan Lemire, Charlie Warzel, and Ann Applebaum—who frequently appear on or contribute analysis to major political and cultural podcasts. Podcasts reference The Atlantic primarily for its investigative reporting, essay publications, and as the institutional home of journalists providing expert commentary on politics, technology, and media accountability.
Mentioned On
Episode Mentions
Morning Joe · Apr 15, 2026
U.S. blockade of Iranian ports underway; U.S. sending thousands more troops to the Middle East
“News publication where Jonathan Lemire works as staff writer and co-host of nine a.m. hour”
Morning Joe · Apr 13, 2026
‘I have no fear of the Trump administration’: Pope Leo reacts to Trump’s criticism
“Jonathan Lemire identified as staff writer at The Atlantic, providing political analysis on the show”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Apr 13, 2026
6 Big Lessons to Build Your Dream Life with Sahil Bloom
“Nicholas Thompson, referenced as an Atlantic colleague of Arthur Brooks, wrote 'The Running Ground'”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 10, 2026
Well Meaning Softheads
“Published article 'America's Sliding Toward Illiteracy' documenting worst decade in American education history”
Morning Joe · Apr 8, 2026
David Ignatius: Sigh of relief as U.S. and Iran agree to two-week ceasefire
“Jonathan Lamere is staff writer at The Atlantic, contributing analysis on Iran ceasefire and political developments.”
CrimeLess · Apr 8, 2026
How to fake your death and (almost get away with it)
“Published in-depth investigative article on Ryan Borgwardt's fake death case”
Deadline: White House · Apr 7, 2026
“Trump’s impending deadline for Iran”
“David Fromm published analysis of Trump's escalating threats and desperate negotiating position regarding Iran”
America First with Nicholas J. Fuentes Repost · Apr 7, 2026
IRAN WAR DAY 38: Trump Threatens TO DESTROY IRAN... AGAIN??? | America First Ep. 1668
“Published article claiming Fuentes' strategy is working, framed as subtle hit piece”
Deadline: White House · Apr 1, 2026
"Donald Trump's political coalition is fraying"
“Reported on military planning for potential ground assaults in Iran on Karg Island and uranium enrichment facilities”
Deadline: White House · Mar 31, 2026
“Trump wants out of Iran”
“Tom Nichols published analysis of Trump administration's 'vice signaling' and toxic military culture implications”
Galaxy Brain · Mar 27, 2026
What Is Twitter’s Legacy, 20 Years Later?
“Publisher of Galaxy Brain podcast; Charlie Warzel is a staff writer covering social media and politics”
Galaxy Brain · Mar 20, 2026
How AI Is Reshaping the Battlefield
“Publisher of Galaxy Brain podcast and editorial content on AI policy and defense technology”
Galaxy Brain · Mar 6, 2026
Did Netflix Ruin Movies?
“Employer of David Sims, the episode's guest critic and co-host of Blank Check podcast”
Letters from an American · Mar 3, 2026
March 1, 2026
“Published interviews with Trump regarding Iran negotiations and regime change objectives”
Merriam-Webster's Word of the Day · Mar 1, 2026
paean
“Publication cited as source for example sentence demonstrating the word "paean" in contemporary usage.”
PBS News Hour - Full Show · Feb 28, 2026
Can AI companionship cure loneliness – or deepen it?
“Nick Thompson is CEO; publication context for discussing technology industry trends and AI development.”
Behind the Bastards · Feb 26, 2026
Part Four: How Jeffrey Epstein Helped Build the Modern World
“Publication run by Epstein associate; platform for anti-trans and scientific racism content aligned with billionaire donor interests”
Morning Joe · Feb 25, 2026
Unrelenting bigotry, lies and attacks: Joe reacts to Trump’s State of the Union
“Jonathan Lemire, staff writer at The Atlantic, provided commentary on State of the Union speech”
Morning Joe · Feb 24, 2026
Trump to deliver State of the Union address tonight
“Jonathan Lemire is staff writer; publication context for political analysis”
Morning Joe · Feb 23, 2026
Supreme Court strikes down Trump tariffs
“Jonathan Lemire identified as staff writer at The Atlantic, providing political analysis throughout the episode”
Office Hours with Arthur Brooks · Feb 23, 2026
The Science Behind Being Good at Leisure
“Magazine that published Henry David Thoreau's essays on walking and nature, cited as leisure reading resource”
Deep Questions with Cal Newport · Feb 23, 2026
Ep. 393: Can Movies Save Us From Our Phones?
“Published article 'The Film Students Who Can No Longer Sit Through Films' that prompted episode's main investigation”
Diabolical Lies · Feb 22, 2026
The Myth of Centrism
“Platform for centrist columnists Jonathan Chait and Derek Thompson; criticized for publishing weak analytical pieces defending status quo”
From the Front Porch · Feb 19, 2026
Episode 569 || Off the Shelf with Annie & Ashley: Winter 2026
“Magazine subscription Annie recommends alongside The New Yorker for quality editorial content”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Feb 17, 2026
2/17/26: Epstein Files Coverup, ICE Caught Lying, Trump Election Takeover
“Published Tyler Austin Harper essay on Mellon Foundation's monopoly on humanities funding”
Pablo Torre Finds Out · Feb 13, 2026
Share & Bezos & Tell with Ezra Edelman and David Remnick
“Magazine that successfully transformed from sleepy monthly to daily digital publication”
Galaxy Brain · Feb 13, 2026
King Gizzard, Spotify, and the Future of Music
“Publisher of Galaxy Brain podcast; Charlie Wurzel is staff writer conducting the interview”
The Five · Feb 12, 2026
TMZ: FBI Looking At Ring Cam
“Published 10,000-word exposé titled 'The Democrats Aren't Built for This' analyzing Democratic Party dysfunction”
Better Offline · Feb 11, 2026
Hater Season: Cal Newport on AI Reporting
“Criticized for poor AI reporting including Claude Code hype piece and computer science major enrollment decline coverage”
The Bulwark Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
Jane Coaston: The Epstein Revelations Keep Getting Worse
“Elizabeth Bruenig writes for The Atlantic, cited for analysis of left-right cultural vs. political power dynamics”
The Dispatch Podcast · Feb 10, 2026
Iran's Zombie Regime
“Karim Sajipour is a contributor; co-authored forthcoming piece on democracy and leadership with Anna Applebaum”
The Alex Jones Show - Infowars.com · Feb 9, 2026
Alex Jones 2026-Feb-09 Monday
“Magazine owned by Laurene Powell Jobs; published articles downplaying Epstein scandal despite owner's documented island visits”
Deep Questions with Cal Newport · Feb 9, 2026
Ep. 391: Is AI Reporting Broken? + Rethinking Morning Routines
“Publication where David Brooks took journalism position after leaving New York Times”
Live Free with Josh Howerton · Feb 9, 2026
How is Empathy Weaponized to Manipulate You?! (ft. Allie Beth Stuckey) | Live Free with Josh Howerton
“Hillary Clinton published a hit piece titled 'MAGA's War on Empathy' criticizing Allie Beth Stuckey's positions”
Offline with Jon Favreau · Feb 7, 2026
221: Can Truth Survive the Trump Era?
“Publication where Charlie Warzel writes about AI harms, misinformation, and platform accountability issues”
Autocracy in America · Feb 6, 2026
American Democracy Under Occupation
“Publisher of the podcast and employer of host Ann Applebaum and journalist Robert Worth”
Autocracy in America · Feb 6, 2026
Elections Distorted
“Media company producing this podcast series on autocracy in America”
Galaxy Brain · Feb 6, 2026
The Manosphere Breaks Containment
“Host publication for Galaxy Brain podcast; Charlie Warzel is staff writer covering online culture and extremism”
The Press Box · Feb 6, 2026
More on the Washington Post Bloodbath, Don Lemon’s Arrest, and the ESPN-NFL Deal
“Destination for Washington Post journalists who left during leadership changes and Bezos endorsement pullback”
Tetragrammaton with Rick Rubin · Feb 4, 2026
George Saunders
“Published one of Saunders' stories in the current year; alternative market for literary fiction”
The David Frum Show · Feb 4, 2026
Trump Versus Canada
“David Frum's employer; publication that has covered Trump administration corruption stories”
Savage Lovecast · Feb 3, 2026
Savage Love Episode 1004
“Published critic Faith Hill's analysis of Gen Z fatigue with romantic clichés rather than sex itself”
The Tony Kornheiser Show · Feb 2, 2026
“There and back again”
“Expanding sports coverage and hiring quality sports journalists as legacy outlets contract”
Relatable with Allie Beth Stuckey · Jan 30, 2026
Hillary Clinton Wrote a Hit Piece on Me. My Response
“Published Hillary Clinton's op-ed 'MAGA's War on Empathy' criticizing Stuckey's book and conservative Christian positions”
Galaxy Brain · Jan 30, 2026
How to Be a Citizen in the Information War (And Stay Sane)
“Publisher of the Galaxy Brain podcast and Amanda Littman's writing on politics and online engagement”
The Bulwark Podcast · Jan 29, 2026
Ta-Nehisi Coates: This Is Armed Identity Politics
“Referenced as example of institutional journalism that prioritizes reporting and storytelling over debate-driven commentary”
The Holy Post · Jan 28, 2026
705: Minnesota, Civil Rights, & Contagious Courage with Justin Giboney
“Magazine covering Minneapolis ICE resistance training sessions and methods being taught nationally”
The David Frum Show · Jan 28, 2026
What the Neocons Got Right
“Frum's employer where he works as staff writer; Brooks is a contributing editor”
Pod Save America · Jan 27, 2026
Trump Retreats After Alex Pretti's Killing
DarkHorse Podcast · Jan 26, 2026
An Inconvenient Podcast: Del Bigtree on DarkHorse
“Referenced as mainstream publication unwilling to engage substantively with vaccine safety documentary despite acknowledging its compelling nature”