Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez
Mentioned in 84 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A Democratic U.S. Representative from New York frequently discussed across the political podcast spectrum for her roles as a potential 2028 presidential candidate, vocal advocate for wealth taxation and ICE abolition, and prominent voice on foreign policy and democratic norms. Podcasts cover her Munich Security Conference appearances where she addressed authoritarianism and international governance, though she faced criticism for gaps in specific geopolitical knowledge on Taiwan policy. She is also referenced for her 2018 primary victory over long-term incumbent Joe Crowley and her messaging on wealth inequality.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
The Bulwark Podcast · May 20, 2026
Justin Jones: The Assault On Multiracial Democracy in the South
“Attended Montgomery voting rights mobilization in solidarity with Southern Democratic resistance efforts”
The Glenn Beck Program · May 19, 2026
Critical Evidence Against Luigi Mangione Was Just THROWN OUT?! | 5/19/26
“Quoted as saying billionaires shouldn't exist; criticized for class warfare messaging”
Pod Save America · May 17, 2026
Which Democrats Have What It Takes to Win the White House?
“Discussed as potential 2028 presidential or Senate candidate; Axelrod analyzed her viral answer about political ambition”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 15, 2026
How Black People Created Democracy In 3 Mins
“Subject of satirical critique regarding claims about Black Americans creating democracy”
Today, Explained · May 14, 2026
All Quiet on the Climate Front
“Co-sponsored Green New Deal resolution; FAQ document became target of Fox News culture war messaging”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · May 13, 2026
5/13/26: GOP Midterm Bloodbath, Trump's Oligarch Trip To China, Prof Pape On China Advancing Rapidly
“Leading 2028 Democratic primary polling at 26% according to Atlas Intel; discussed as heir to Bernie Sanders legacy”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · May 13, 2026
5/13/26: Trump Says He Doesn't Care About Americans Finances, Male Employment Craters, Israel Most Hated Country On Earth In New Poll
“Leading Democratic 2028 potential contenders in new polling”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 13, 2026
Ep. 1973 - Helen of Troy Is Black, & Achilles Is A Transvestite In Nolan’s Odyssey
“Leading 2028 Democratic primary polling at 26% in early survey; analyzed as benefiting from early attention”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · May 12, 2026
Trump Accelerates Superpower Decline as XI Plays the Long Game (ft. Sarah Longwell)
“Discussed as progressive rock star with energy on economic issues but criticized for identity politics”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 12, 2026
Ep. 1972 - UK’s First LGBTQ Surrogate Parent Arrested For Exactly What You’d Think
“Criticized for factually incorrect claims about redistricting and American Revolution history”
The Dan Bongino Show · May 12, 2026
Maximum Political Warfare (Ep. 2513)
“Criticized for claiming American Revolution was fought against billionaires, inverting historical facts”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 12, 2026
VDH: California’s Peak Dystopia, LA’s Mayoral Chaos, and New York’s Toxic Empathy
“Criticized for false claims about billionaires and American founding; represents progressive economic ignorance”
Pod Save America · May 12, 2026
AOC vs. Bezos
“Discussed her response to WaPo editorial on billionaires and speculation about 2028 presidential ambitions”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 11, 2026
Ep. 1971 - Religious Leaders Bless GIANT Golden Statue Of President Trump
“Claimed American Revolution fought against billionaires; participated in church political activism”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · May 9, 2026
VDH: Iran Stalling Tactics, Reform Party Shock in Britain, Hephaestus & the Double Standard in U.S. Justice
“Congresswoman criticized for economic illiteracy and false claims about Black women creating democracy”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 8, 2026
Ep. 1970 - AOC Claims Black People Invented Democracy
“Claimed Black Americans invented democracy, exemplifying historical revisionism by progressive politicians”
Endless Thread · May 8, 2026
Ben Palmer's Brain
“Subject of Ted Yoho's 2020 expletive-laden comment that Palmer later referenced during his trolling campaign”
The Late Show Pod Show with Stephen Colbert · May 6, 2026
President Barack Obama | No Strait Answer
“Mentioned as example of further-left Democratic leadership”
The Michael Knowles Show · May 5, 2026
Ep. 1967 - This Democrat Was Just Caught In A Gross Snapchat Scandal
“Referenced as example of Democratic leadership compared to immigration policy”
The Commentary Magazine Podcast · May 5, 2026
Meet the Met
“Discussed as example of politician gaining prominence through Instagram/TikTok rather than traditional politics”
The Shawn Ryan Show · May 4, 2026
#301 Cenk Uygur - The Foreign Influence Crisis
“Justice Democrat who initially challenged power but became establishment-aligned, demonstrating co-option risk”
Raging Moderates with Scott Galloway and Jessica Tarlov · Apr 30, 2026
As the War Nears Its Legal Limit, Trump Pushes Presidential Power Further
“Criticized Trump passport design; advocated aggressive gerrymandering response from Democrats”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Apr 29, 2026
4/29/26: Epstein Peter Thiel Plot Exposed, AOC Humiliates Trump Crony, Big Tech Israel Crackdown, Professor Pape On Iran War
“Questioned EPA Administrator Zeldin on glyphosate policy and Bayer meetings, exposing regulatory capture”
Above the Law - Thinking Like a Lawyer · Apr 29, 2026
Kash Patel's Terrible, Horrible, No Good, Very Bad Week
“Commented on Trump's pattern of firing women from administration positions”
Bulwark Takes · Apr 29, 2026
Tim Miller Has Some BRUTAL Advice for Democrats (w/ Lib & Learn)
“Progressive congresswoman mentioned in context of Democratic base energy and anti-establishment sentiment”
The Dan Bongino Show · Apr 24, 2026
I Need To Show You Something (Ep. 2502)
“Bongino identifies as far-left voice whose supporters were manipulated by Democratic establishment”
All In with Chris Hayes · Apr 23, 2026
‘The wheels are coming off’: Trump already less popular than after Jan. 6
“Quoted defending Democratic redistricting as response to Republican refusal to ban partisan gerrymandering”
Democracy Now! Audio · Apr 22, 2026
Democracy Now! 2026-04-22 Wednesday
“Co-introduced federal moratorium legislation on AI data center construction with Senator Bernie Sanders”
Prof G Markets · Apr 20, 2026
Stocks Rip to Record Highs, Leaving War in the Dust
“Teaming with Bernie Sanders on data center moratorium; discussed as policy response to AI backlash”
The Dan Bongino Show · Apr 17, 2026
The Dems' Sinister Plot Revealed (Ep. 2497)
“Quoted advocating for migrant absorption in her district for redistricting purposes”
Nashville's Morning News with Dan Mandis · Apr 15, 2026
Hour 2 of NMN, TN and Marijuana + Trump Critics
“Democratic congresswoman cited by Senator Kennedy as example of party leadership he criticizes”
The Dan Bongino Show · Apr 13, 2026
That Didn't Happen, I Was There. (Ep. 2493)
“Criticized for failed climate apocalypse predictions (12-year deadline)”
KidNuz: News for Kids · Apr 13, 2026
04.13.2026
“New York Congresswoman polling at 10 percent in 2026 Democratic primary race”
Mundo in the Morning - KCMO Talk Radio 95.7FM & 710 AM · Apr 8, 2026
Republicans Should Fear Democratic Socialism | Mundo Clip 4-8-26
“Referenced as democratic socialist figure gaining support among Democratic voters and younger Americans”
Independent Americans with Paul Rieckhoff · Apr 7, 2026
“A Whole Civilization Will Die Tonight” Trump’s 8PM Iran Deadline. The 25th Amendment Moment.
“Democrat joining calls for 25th Amendment invocation in response to Iran deadline crisis”
The Dan Bongino Show · Apr 7, 2026
We Want Our Money Back (Ep. 2489)
“Discussed defending California high-speed rail project despite massive cost overruns and incomplete status”
Armstrong & Getty On Demand · Apr 3, 2026
Call Me A Fascist! Go Ahead!
“Referenced for mocking Western civilization as a concept at a German conference”
Breaking Points with Krystal and Saagar · Apr 1, 2026
4/1/26: Iran Bombs Bahrain Amazon, US Allies Warn Of Disaster, Robert Pape On Iran Gaining Power, Mass Layoffs
“Committed to voting against all Israeli arms spending including defensive capabilities; abandoning middle-ground position”
Morning Wire · Mar 31, 2026
Evening Wire: Hegseth’s ‘Secret Mission’ & AOC’s Ethics Complaint | 3.31.26
“Facing ethics complaint over alleged $19,000 in campaign funds for psychiatrist services”
TBPN · Mar 27, 2026
Arm’s $15B Chip Bet, Sanders & AOC vs Datacenters, Meta & YouTube Lose Trial | Diet TBPN
“Co-introduced AI data center moratorium bill with Bernie Sanders”
Victor Davis Hanson: In His Own Words · Mar 20, 2026
Victor Davis Hanson: DHS Shutdown Is All About the Economy, Not ICE
“Mentioned as opposing ICE and immigration enforcement policies”
PBD Podcast · Mar 2, 2026
Iran's Khamenei Killed & Austin Mass Shooting | PBD #750
“Progressive congresswoman opposing Iran military action as regime change war without congressional authorization”
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · Feb 28, 2026
No Spin News - Weekend Edition - February 28, 2026
“Democratic representative discussed as potential presidential candidate representing far-left faction threatening party viability”
Code Switch · Feb 28, 2026
Remembering Jesse Jackson
“Contemporary progressive politician influenced by Jackson's social democratic political tradition”
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · Feb 28, 2026
No Spin News - TPM Edition - February 27, 2026
“Expected to challenge Chuck Schumer for Senate leadership in New York, representing generational shift in Democratic Party.”
Ceasefire · Feb 28, 2026
Mitch Landrieu and Mercedes Schlapp Join Dasha Burns
“Democratic congresswoman referenced as example of opposition-focused messaging strategy”
Morning Wire · Feb 26, 2026
Evening Wire: Hillary Testifies & Iran Talks Resume | 2.26.26
“Democratic Representative released video with NYC Mayor encouraging illegal immigrants to enroll in free child care”
Louder with Crowder · Feb 26, 2026
CUBA ATTACKS: Terrorist Attack, False Flag, or Humanitarian Disaster?
“2028 Democratic nominee prospect at 12% polling; represents radical left alignment on abortion and immigration”
O'Connor & Company · Feb 26, 2026
Matt Schlapp, Jack Hughes' Return, USA Hockey Gold, Banking Citizenship Rules
“Democratic Socialist politician cited as example of DSA-affiliated candidates gaining mainstream Democratic Party influence”
PBD Podcast · Feb 25, 2026
Trump's State of the Union + Supreme Court Tariff Troubles | PBD #746
“Progressive congresswoman; 2028 Democratic candidate at 12% polling; collaborating with Mondaire Jones”