Mitch McConnell
Mentioned in 36 analyzed podcast episodes across 10 shows
A long-serving Republican Senate leader known for strategic legislative tactics, including his approach to the filibuster, Supreme Court nominations, and high-profile votes on measures like the First Step Act and hemp legalization. Podcasts discuss his significant influence on GOP strategy, his complex relationship with Donald Trump, and his recent retirement, which marks a major leadership transition in the Republican Party. His tenure has been marked by controversial decisions that have drawn both praise and criticism across the political spectrum.
Appears On
Episode Appearances
Louder with Crowder · Apr 15, 2026
They Want You to Forget About The SAVE Act: Time to Call Out the RINOS
“Named as RINO opposing SAVE Act passage”
Bulwark Takes · Apr 11, 2026
Trump’s Iran War Is Getting More Dangerous, Not Less (w/ Sen. Chris Coons)
“Co-signed statement with Coons affirming NATO as critical security alliance despite Trump's criticism”
IHIP News · Apr 11, 2026
Abdul El-Sayed Slams His AIPAC-Owned Opponents as Dems Launch Attacks Against Him
“Referenced as example of effective procedural obstruction during Obama administration”
Bannon`s War Room · Mar 17, 2026
WarRoom Battleground EP 970: Massive Throw Down In Senate Over SAVE ACT Cont; Joe Kent Resigns
“Former Senate Republican Leader; expected to vote procedurally for SAVE Act despite past reservations on party loyalty grounds.”
Adam Carolla Show · Mar 17, 2026
Dan Abrams: Why People Hate Cops & What the Media Gets Wrong
“Represented by Floyd Abrams in Citizens United free speech case”
DarkHorse Podcast · Mar 12, 2026
Unholy War: A Conversation with Tucker Carlson on DarkHorse
“Elderly senator cited as example of aging leaders making reckless decisions with nihilistic worldview”
Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast · Feb 28, 2026
Anne Applebaum & Michael Tomasky
“Senate Republican leader experiencing health issues (senior moments, falls) raising questions about leadership capacity”
Outside/In · Feb 25, 2026
Reefer madness and the future of hemp
“Senate Majority Leader who championed hemp legalization and published op-ed on April 20, 2018 supporting 2018 Farm Bill”
Bill O’Reilly’s No Spin News and Analysis · Feb 21, 2026
The O'Reilly Update, February 21, 2026
“Senator criticized for voting against SAVE Act and blocking Kate's Law; subject of viewer mail questioning his political decisions”
Fast Politics with Molly Jong-Fast · Feb 21, 2026
Joyce Vance & Maria Farmer
“Republican Senator shown in video appearing confused about re-election question, raising concerns about cognitive fitness of elected officials”
All In with Chris Hayes · Feb 21, 2026
‘Like a baby’: Schumer BLASTS Trump’s tantrum over tariff defeat
“Republican Senate leader who issued aggressive statement against Trump's tariffs in favor of Supreme Court ruling”
Deadline: White House · Feb 20, 2026
“A striking rebuke”
“Republican senator stated constituents in Kentucky understand tariffs increase building and buying costs”
5-4 · Feb 17, 2026
Pulsifer v. United States
“Senate Majority Leader who initially refused to bring First Step Act to vote before being persuaded by Trump”
Stubborn Things · Feb 12, 2026
In Defense of the Filibuster
“Senate Republican leader whose 2010 strategy of forcing cloture votes on everything eliminated cost to filibustering and reduced incentive for compromise”
Stay Tuned with Preet · Feb 12, 2026
Has Trump Peaked? (with Douglas Brinkley)
“Republican Senate leader who declared opposition to Obama administration cooperation”
Making Sense with Sam Harris · Feb 11, 2026
#458 — The Bulwark Against MAGA
“Republican leader who initially spoke against Trump post-January 6th before political calculus shifted”
The John Phillips Show · Feb 10, 2026
Will the donor class get behind Kamala Harris Again?
“Former Senate Republican leader who announced retirement; compared unfavorably to Pelosi in terms of party impact”
The Glenn Beck Program · Feb 10, 2026
How California RUINED the Super Bowl | Guest: Amb. Robert Joseph | 2/10/26
“Former Senate Republican leader opposing SAVE Act on constitutional grounds; criticized for personal opposition to Trump agenda”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Feb 9, 2026
The midterm map is beginning to take shape
“Republican Senate leader retiring; represents significant leadership change in GOP”
Ruthless Podcast · Feb 5, 2026
Why Democrats Hate Voter ID (SAVE ACT)
“Former Senate Republican leader; subject of false conspiracy claims about blocking SAVE Act by unvetted influencer”
The Charlie Kirk Show · Feb 3, 2026
All American Halftime Hype
“Senate Rules Committee chair blocking SAVE Act voter ID legislation despite House passage and public support”
The NPR Politics Podcast · Feb 3, 2026
Trump says Republicans should ‘nationalize’ elections
“Former Republican leader and states' rights advocate who opposed Trump's executive order on election federalization”
The Charlie Kirk Show · Feb 3, 2026
The All-American Halftime Show Lineup Revealed, ft. Kid Rock
“Republican senator voting against abolishing African Development Foundation despite corruption allegations”
The Best People with Nicolle Wallace · Feb 2, 2026
Eric Holder: Institutions Have Failed Us, the American People Have Not
“Republican leader who strategically used power to pack Supreme Court and block Garland's nomination”
The Bulwark Podcast · Jan 30, 2026
Michael Steele: A Petty, Punk-Ass President
“Former Senate Republican leader who could have ended Trump movement through January 6 conviction vote”
The Charlie Kirk Show · Jan 29, 2026
The FBI Raids Fulton County ft. FBI Director Kash Patel
“Referenced for 2017 filibuster reform precedent on judicial nominations”
DSR's Words Matter · Jan 22, 2026
The One Big Thing We Need to Do to Save the Country
“Former Senate leader blamed for blocking Trump conviction after impeachment for insurrection incitement”
The Bulwark Podcast · Jan 19, 2026
Bill Kristol: Trump Is Humiliating Us
“Former Senate Republican leader referenced regarding potential coalition-building against Trump”
Sane(ish) with Jo Carducci · Jan 19, 2026
Will There Be A Blue Wave in 2026? Here’s How We Can Ensure It Happens
“Long-serving Republican Senate leader referenced as example of long-term strategic planning”
The Joe Rogan Experience · Jan 13, 2026
#2437 - Rand Paul
“Senate Republican leader who pushed hemp legalization ban despite state-level regulation, wielding decades of political influence”
The Find Out Podcast · Dec 9, 2025
Trump Tanks the Economy
“Called most damaging figure in 20th-21st century politics; shafted middle class through policy decisions”
The New Yorker Radio Hour · Oct 31, 2025
Jon Stewart on the Perilous State of Late Night and Why America Fell for Donald Trump
“Example of Democratic Party's failure to effectively counter Republican obstruction and bad-faith negotiation”
The Tim Dillon Show · Oct 22, 2025
467 - Bernie Sanders
“Republican leader identified as opponent of campaign finance reform and Citizens United reversal”
Lovett or Leave It · Oct 21, 2025
Lovett or Leave It Presents: Bravo, America! (with Parvati Shallow)
“Senate Majority Leader; featured in McCain blindside clip showing his reaction to healthcare vote”
Fiasco · Sep 22, 2025
Benghazi: Episode 4 - Feckless
“Senate Republican leader who condemned attack but declined to criticize Obama or defend Romney”
Autocracy in America · Jul 18, 2025
The Pollster
“Senate Republican leader; recipient of Luntz's September 2015 warning that Trump would become GOP nominee and potentially win presidency”