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All-In Podcast Lands Former President Donald Trump
The All-In podcast has scored a significant guest this week: former US President Donald Trump. His appearance, highlighted in the latest episode released on Thursday, solidifies the podcast's burgeoning status as a notable political voice with a Silicon Valley twist.
Hosted by venture capitalists David Sacks, Chamath Palihapitiya, and Jason Calacanis, along with entrepreneur David Friedberg, the All-In podcast usually explores technology trends but frequently delves into discussions on regulation, policy, and elections, peppered with occasional poker chatter.
Wide-Ranging Discussion Topics
A time-stamped table of contents for this episode reveals a broad range of discussion areas including the economy, regulation, taxes, tariffs, inflation, and de-dollarization, as well as foreign policy issues. More contentious subjects like abortion, with Trump's stance on a national ban, and the JFK files, emphasizing the importance of transparency, are also covered.
Speculation around Trump's appearance was heightened when Calacanis teased the potential record-breaking episode on social network X earlier in the week. "Something tells me All In podcast will set a record this week," he noted, using a suggestive thinking-face emoji. Following the official release, the podcast's account jubilantly posted, "Ladies and gentlemen, we got him," further amplifying the announcement.
Appealing to a Diverse Audience
The All-In podcast has aimed to capture a growing wave of enthusiasm for Trump, appealing not only to his traditional base but also attracting support from some sectors of the technology community, conservatives, and even some Democrats. Notably, Sacks has been outspoken against President Joe Biden’s policies, particularly critiquing Covid relief spending and US support for Ukraine in its conflict with Russia. In contrast, Calacanis, who leans more left, has frequently advocated for the Democrats to find a new nominee for the 2024 presidential race.
Notable Guests and Political Fundraising
Trump is not the first presidential candidate to grace the All-In podcast. Previous guests include Republican contenders Vivek Ramaswamy and Chris Christie, both of whom have since exited the race. Last year, the show also featured Robert Kennedy, then a Democrat and currently running as an independent candidate, and Democratic Congressman Dean Phillips.
Typically, episodes involve an hour-long discussion segment with the guest, followed by the hosts sharing their insights on the covered topics. In a notable political move, Sacks and Palihapitiya hosted a fundraiser for Trump in early June, successfully raising $12 million.
