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Burn the Talking Points
Join Maryland Democratic politicos for candid, unscripted discussions on current events in Maryland and across the nation. Hear insights on the future direction of the Democratic Party and learn about immediate actions you can take as we strive to reclaim power.
No scripts. No spin. Just real, unfiltered conversations about the issues that matter. Join us as we burn the talking points.
Authorized by the Maryland Democratic Party; Devang Shah, Treasurer.
Episodes
26 episodes
EP 21: What the Annapolis and Frederick Elections May Tell Us about 2026
In this week’s episode of Burn the Talking Points, we’re joined by two key voices in Maryland’s 2025 mayoral races: Democratic candidates Jared Littmann (Annapolis), and incumbent Mayor Michael O’Connor (Frederick City).We dive into what...
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Episode 21
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Special Episode: Setting the Tone for 2026 - NJ,PA,VA
In this special episode of Burn the Talking Points, we go beyond Maryland and take a look at the political battlegrounds shaping America’s future. We sit down with New Jersey Democratic Party Executive Director and Pennsylvania Democratic Party...
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Season 1
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27:02
Ep 20: Shutdowns, Fair Maps, and the Fight for Maryland Families
Maryland Comptroller Brooke Lierman joins Burn the Talking Points to break down the real-life impact of the Republican shutdown, what it means for Marylanders, and how she’s thinking about building winning teams in politics and for the O’s next...
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Season 1
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Episode 20
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31:23
EP 19: The Raskin Episode: Shut Down, MAGA Corruption, and Fighting Back
Rep. Jamie Raskin joins to break down the MAGA shutdown chaos, expose Republican corruption, and share how we fight back, win in 2026, and what Chair Raskin will fight for leading the Judiciary Committee.Learn more about Democracy Summer...
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Season 1
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Episode 19
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43:38
EP 18: Beyond the Feed - Maryland Content Creators Take on Politics
This week on Burn the Talking Points, we go Beyond the Feed with Maryland content creators Tiffany (@CandidlyTiff), and Kenny (@2RawTooReal). These digital voices are informing the masses, building communities, and holding leaders accountable!<...
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Season 1
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Episode 18
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45:37
EP 17: Congressman Johnny O. on the fight ahead!
In this special episode of Burn the Talking Points, Congressman Johnny Olszewski joins us to talk about the fights ahead as session resumes and the stakes for Marylanders. On the same day survivors demanded justice on Capitol Hill, Johnny O. br...
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Season 1
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34:21
EP 16: Martin O’Malley’s plan for Dems to win in 2026!
On this episode of Burn the Talking Points, former Maryland Governor Martin O’Malley breaks down what it takes to lead in tough times, the real damage the Trump administration is doing to Social Security, and why protecting these benefits is no...
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Season 1
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Episode 16
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50:18
EP:15 Author Cory McCray talks his new book, Trump, and Democratic wins
On Burn the Talking Points, author Cory McCray breaks down his new book The Apprenticeship that Saved My Life, the dangers of Trump’s America, and how Democrats are delivering results by driving down Baltimore’s homicide rate....
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Season 1
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Episode 15
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37:50
EP 14: Trump Fired Them. Now They’re Speaking Out.
Trump pushed them out. Now, these former federal workers are telling their stories. What they saw behind the scenes shows how deep the damage went and why the stakes are so high in 2026.No spin. No talking points. Just the truth.<...
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Season 1
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Episode 14
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55:45
EP 13: From Texas to Maryland Beto O'Rourke on the Fight Ahead!
🔥 This week on Burn the Talking Points: Beto O’Rourke.We’re talking organizing, showing up everywhere, and what’s next for the fight ahead. Plus, he gives his frank opinions on who is (and is not) meeting the moment. You don’t want to mi...
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Season 1
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Episode 13
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19:30
EP 12: How Trump Won?
Tom Bonier joins us to unpack what the numbers tell us about 2024—and what Democrats need to do differently. From missed turnout targets to overlooked shifts in voter registration, Bonier lays out where we fell short and where there’s still gro...
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Season 1
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Episode 12
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40:04
EP 11: All in with our DNC Members
This week, we host a candid conversation between two Maryland DNC members, Robbie Leonard and Bel Leong-Hong, as they share their visions for moving the Democratic Party forward. We tackle tough questions about priorities and what it takes to w...
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Season 1
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Episode 11
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48:28
Special Episode: Live with Maryland's Freshman Representatives
In a special live taping of Burn the Talking Points, we host a panel of Maryland's freshman representatives to dish about what it is really like to be in Congress during Trump 2.0. Filmed at the annual Maryland Democratic Party gala...
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Season 1
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11:37
EP 10: So You Want Work in Politics?
This week, we’re talking to three young staffers with some of the most interesting and fun jobs in Maryland politics. This episode is great for everyone but will really hit home for people looking to get a job in politics or young people just g...
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Season 1
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Episode 10
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53:51
EP 9: New Leadership, Same Mission: Beat Republicans and win elections
On this week's episode of Burn the Talking Points, we sit down with County Executive Steuart Pittman—Governor Moore’s and party leadership's recommended pick to lead the Maryland Democratic Party following Chair Ken Ulman’s announcement that he...
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Season 1
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Episode 9
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37:09
EP 8: An Inside Take with Young Democrats
We have several young Dems in studio to give us their take on what issues they want the Democratic Party to put front and center, what worries them most about Trump, and what they think of David Hogg's plan to primary safe seat Dems. And stick ...
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Season 1
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Episode 8
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58:09
Special Episode: Senator Chris Van Hollen | Courage is Contagious
In this special episode of Burn the Talking Points, Senator Chris Van Hollen shares the story of his recent trip to El Salvador, sheds light on how he is viewing his place in this moment in history, and what he really thinks of Marco Rubio. Sti...
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Season 1
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20:45
EP 7: Trump's 100 Days of Failure
This is our BIG 100 days episode! Trump's first 100 days have brought chaos, corruption and economic pain. In this episode, we talk to every Democratic member of our federal delegation to get their take on Trump's 100 day mark, hear what storie...
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Season 1
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Episode 7
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58:55
EP 6: Dems in Digital: The Next Generation of Strategists Shaping the Future of Dem Campaigns
In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we dive into the online landscape facing Democrats as we work to take back the House in 2026. We're joined by some of the minds behind KamalaHQ on TikTok and Vote Save America as we talk discuss who D...
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Season 1
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Episode 6
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46:42
Special Episode: Brooke Lierman Breaks It Down: Trump, Tariffs, the Markets, and Maryland’s Economy.
Trump may not know what he is doing with his in again off again tariffs - so we decided to talk to the main money person in Maryland - Comptroller Brooke Lierman. In this special episode of Burn the Talking Points, Comptroller Lierman joins us ...
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Season 1
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16:36
Special Episode: Post Session with Governor Wes Moore
In this Burn the Talking Points exclusive, Governor Wes Moore breaks down how Maryland Democrats closed a $3 billion budget gap, the impact Trump is having on Maryland, his take on Democratic messaging, and he gives us his Mt. Rushmore of Maryl...
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Season 1
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44:48
EP 5: Democrats fight...& win! The fight for public education is now.
Is that momentum we feel? In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we recap the big wins from the recent special elections and Cory Booker's historic filibuster. Then, we dive into what Trump's dismantling of the Department of Education mean...
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Season 1
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Episode 5
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1:05:12
EP 4: Maryland budget deal & Sarah Explains it All
In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we begin with breaking news as the Governor, House and Senate have come up with a budget framework deal. The Trump chaos and corruption is bleeding into Maryland and forcing difficult choices for the ...
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Season 1
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Episode 4
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19:51
EP 3: How Democrats Win Again, with Martha McKenna, Dr. Anna Greenberg, and Kevin Harris
In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we’re getting straight to the strategy that will define the fight ahead. With Trump’s chaos dominating the headlines, how do Democrats break through and win in 2026? We’re joined by national Democrati...
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Season 1
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Episode 3
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45:27
EP 2: Suing Trump & Calling Out the Madness: AG Brown on the Frontlines
In this episode of Burn the Talking Points, we’re getting straight to the legal battles defining Trump’s chaotic return. Maryland Attorney General Anthony Brown joins us to break down how he and Democratic AGs across the country are fighting ba...
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Season 1
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Episode 2
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