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The People's Cabinet

The People’s Cabinet is a bold, solutions-focused podcast hosted by former White House senior aide Dan Koh.


Each week, Koh talks with the leaders shaping America’s future — from governors and senators to economists and organizers — about how we move past the chaos and build something better.


Guests like Governor JB Pritzker, Senator Tammy Duckworth, Senator Chris Coons, and Larry Summers join to tackle the biggest challenges of our time: economic inequality, healthcare, education, reproductive rights, foreign policy, democracy reform, climate action, and how we win again.


Whether you’re disillusioned by Trump-era politics or frustrated by the inaction of Democrats, this show is for those ready to break the mold and get things done.


🎧 New episodes weekly. For listeners ready to rebuild, lead, and make progress that lasts.


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Update frequency
every 3 days
Average duration
33 minutes
Episodes
46
Years Active
2025
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Jobs Report Doozy — What It Means for Trump’s Economy (EXPLAINER)

Jobs Report Doozy — What It Means for Trump’s Economy (EXPLAINER)

The latest jobs report shows just 22,000 jobs added last month — down from 73,000 last month and well below expectations.

Led by a career BLS official who has served across administrations, the number…

00:01:48  |   Fri 05 Sep 2025
RFK Jr., Mamdani, ICE Expansion & Trump’s Socialism

RFK Jr., Mamdani, ICE Expansion & Trump’s Socialism

Trump is reshaping America — from vaccines and civil liberties to Wall Street and New York politics. In this episode:

  • RFK Jr.’s vaccine disinformation and $500M cut to mRNA research — plus how his ant…
00:29:40  |   Thu 04 Sep 2025
Can We Win the Messaging War? Symone Sanders Townsend on Trump, Misinformation, and the Fight for Democracy

Can We Win the Messaging War? Symone Sanders Townsend on Trump, Misinformation, and the Fight for Democracy

MSNBC Co-Host of "The Weeknight" and former Biden-Harris senior advisor Symone Sanders Townsend joins The People’s Cabinet to unpack why Democrats struggle to tell their story and how they can fight …

00:51:34  |   Tue 02 Sep 2025
Trump’s Worker Hypocrisy: His Anti-Labor Record on Labor Day

Trump’s Worker Hypocrisy: His Anti-Labor Record on Labor Day

Donald Trump claims he’s “pro-worker.” But his record shows the opposite.

This Labor Day, we expose Trump’s worker hypocrisy and his anti-labor record:

– Tried cutting $2B from Job Corps, a program hel…

00:05:22  |   Mon 01 Sep 2025
What Happens When Congress Returns? Grace Meng on the Budget Showdown, Epstein Files, and What’s at Stake

What Happens When Congress Returns? Grace Meng on the Budget Showdown, Epstein Files, and What’s at Stake

Congresswoman Grace Meng joins The People’s Cabinet to break down what’s at stake when lawmakers return from recess. Meng explains the GOP’s shutdown over the Epstein files and the budget cuts that c…

00:29:52  |   Sun 31 Aug 2025
Debunking MAGA: Trump, Mamdani, Newsom & Democracy on Trial — My Debate with Tomi Lahren

Debunking MAGA: Trump, Mamdani, Newsom & Democracy on Trial — My Debate with Tomi Lahren

This week, Dan traveled to Nashville to debate ultra-MAGA commentator Tomi Lahren on crime, Trump’s record, and the future of American democracy. Host Dan Koh takes you inside their conversation — wi…

00:49:17  |   Thu 28 Aug 2025
Can FEMA Still Protect Us? Deanne Criswell on Disaster Response, Katrina’s Lessons, and America’s Readiness

Can FEMA Still Protect Us? Deanne Criswell on Disaster Response, Katrina’s Lessons, and America’s Readiness

Former FEMA Administrator Deanne Criswell joins The People’s Cabinet for a conversation about the state of America’s disaster preparedness, what’s at stake this hurricane season, and why FEMA must re…

00:38:34  |   Tue 26 Aug 2025
The Fed Controversy Explained: Trump, Powell, and Your Money

The Fed Controversy Explained: Trump, Powell, and Your Money

Lots of talk about Trump, Powell, and the Fed lately — but not a lot of clear explanations.

The Fed decides what you pay on your mortgage, car loan, credit card.

Here’s what you need to know — and why …

00:03:11  |   Fri 22 Aug 2025
How the “Big Beautiful Bill” Hurts – Ned Lamont on Medicaid, SNAP, and State Budgets

How the “Big Beautiful Bill” Hurts – Ned Lamont on Medicaid, SNAP, and State Budgets

Connecticut Governor Ned Lamont joins The People’s Cabinet to explain how Trump’s so-called “Big Beautiful Bill” ripples through state budgets, working families, and local economies. From health care…

00:25:50  |   Thu 21 Aug 2025
Newsom Trolls Trump and Wins | Mail-In Ballot Lies & MAGA Redefines American Citizenship

Newsom Trolls Trump and Wins | Mail-In Ballot Lies & MAGA Redefines American Citizenship

Gavin Newsom has figured out how to beat Donald Trump at his own game — by trolling him online, using social media to expose MAGA’s weaknesses, and flipping Trump’s own playbook back on him. It’s not…

00:30:42  |   Wed 20 Aug 2025
Can America Ever Be Less Partisan? Angus King on Disinformation, Allies, and Refusing Party Labels

Can America Ever Be Less Partisan? Angus King on Disinformation, Allies, and Refusing Party Labels

Senator Angus King joins The People’s Cabinet for a wide-ranging conversation on America’s information landscape, the dangers of partisan extremism, and how being an independent has shaped how he gov…

00:37:08  |   Tue 19 Aug 2025
Ukraine, Trump, Russia and Putin: How We Got Here — and What’s Next

Ukraine, Trump, Russia and Putin: How We Got Here — and What’s Next

How did we get here? What's the future of Ukraine?  

Fresh off President Trump's latest (and separate) meetings with Putin and Zelenskyy, this Cabinet Meeting covers:

  • How we got here: Putin’s aggressio…
00:25:27  |   Mon 18 Aug 2025
Inside Trump’s DC & Jobs Numbers Shake-Up: How He’s Risking Safety and the Economy

Inside Trump’s DC & Jobs Numbers Shake-Up: How He’s Risking Safety and the Economy

We’re launching something new — Cabinet Meetings.

We'll take you behind the spin to explain the most important stories with context, facts, and clarity.

In this first Cabinet Meeting, we break down two…

00:22:29  |   Tue 12 Aug 2025
Can Democrats Win the Midwest Back? Haley Stevens on Trump, Jobs, and Union Power

Can Democrats Win the Midwest Back? Haley Stevens on Trump, Jobs, and Union Power

Congresswoman Haley Stevens joins The People’s Cabinet for a wide-ranging conversation on saving Michigan’s auto industry, winning back swing states, and how Democrats can stand up to Trump’s economi…

00:31:28  |   Tue 12 Aug 2025
BONUS EXPLAINER: Trump’s New BLS Commissioner Pick – Why It Should Concern Us All

BONUS EXPLAINER: Trump’s New BLS Commissioner Pick – Why It Should Concern Us All

Trump’s pick to lead the Bureau of Labor Statistics has called its methods flawed and pushed for a full overhaul. We break down his past statements, what changes could be coming, and why they could a…

00:01:50  |   Tue 12 Aug 2025
🚨 3.3 Million Watch The David Pakman Show — This Week, I’m Guest Hosting!

🚨 3.3 Million Watch The David Pakman Show — This Week, I’m Guest Hosting!

I’m stepping in behind the mic at The David Pakman Show this week — 3.3 million subscribers strong — to break down 8+ topics each day facing our country. 

From Trump’s latest power plays to the policy…

00:01:40  |   Fri 08 Aug 2025
BONUS EXPLAINER — Redistricting 101: Why Texas and California Are Blowing Up the Map

BONUS EXPLAINER — Redistricting 101: Why Texas and California Are Blowing Up the Map

Redistricting usually flies under the radar — but right now, it’s front and center in two of the biggest states in the country.

In this bonus explainer, Dan Koh and President of the National Democrati…

00:11:18  |   Tue 05 Aug 2025
Is This Democracy Worth Saving? Chris Murphy on Trump, AI, and What a Winning Strategy Actually Looks Like

Is This Democracy Worth Saving? Chris Murphy on Trump, AI, and What a Winning Strategy Actually Looks Like

Senator Chris Murphy of Connecticut joins The People’s Cabinet for a fast-paced, deeply honest conversation on the crisis of trust in American democracy — and how to fix it before it’s too late.

Murph…

00:27:21  |   Tue 05 Aug 2025
BONUS EXPLAINER: Trump Just Fired America’s Top Jobs Official: Why It Matters

BONUS EXPLAINER: Trump Just Fired America’s Top Jobs Official: Why It Matters

In an unprecedented move, Donald Trump just fired the Commissioner of the Bureau of Labor Statistics (BLS)—the trusted, nonpartisan agency responsible for America’s job numbers. As former Chief of St…

00:03:18  |   Fri 01 Aug 2025
Pete Buttigieg on Trump, Epstein, AI — and Our Future

Pete Buttigieg on Trump, Epstein, AI — and Our Future

Former U.S. Transportation Secretary and South Bend Mayor Pete Buttigieg joins The People’s Cabinet for a candid, wide-ranging conversation on leadership, legacy, and the future of American politics.

00:41:10  |   Tue 29 Jul 2025
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