SOS AMERICA with Charles Feldman
SOS America with Charles Feldman dives deep into the turbulence of a nation under pressure. From political unrest to cultural divides, economic anxieties to social transformation, this podcast dissects the challenges facing the United States—and what they mean for listeners both at home and abroad.
Hosted by Charles Feldman, a multi-award-winning journalist with decades of experience covering U.S. and global politics—from Reagan to Trump—and a former United Nations correspondent for CNN, the show offers sharp insight, context, and clarity in chaotic times. With a background in print, TV, radio, and digital media—and years co-hosting KNX Newsradio’s political coverage in Los Angeles—Feldman brings a seasoned, no-nonsense approach to understanding America’s ongoing trials.
Whether you live in the U.S. or are watching from across the pond, SOS America is your essential guide to a nation at a crossroads.
SOS AMERICA with Charles Feldman
Polling Secrets! What they don't want you to know!
In this episode, Charles sits down with pollster and journalist Tim Malloy to give a masterclass on the U.S. polling system — how it works, why it matters, and how it’s being reshaped today.
Why Tim Malloy is the perfect guest:
- A seven-time Emmy Award–winning veteran of local and network television news.
- Embedded with U.S. troops in Iraq and Afghanistan 14 times since 9/11 – filming, reporting, and analyzing warzones firsthand.
- Polling analyst for Quinnipiac University — giving him a frontline perspective on public opinion and political trends.
Bestselling co-author with James Patterson:
Filthy Rich (with Patterson & John Connolly), investigating the Jeffrey Epstein scandal.
✅ In This Episode We Cover:
How polling systems in the U.S. really work — methodology, sample bias, and what polling shouldn’t be ignored.
The influence of social media on polling and public opinion — from echo chambers to rapid shifts.
The role polls play in elections — not just measuring opinion, but potentially shaping it.
Donald Trump’s recent polling performance — trends, volatility, and what the numbers suggest for upcoming elections.
Tim’s career path — from Emmy-winning reporter to war correspondent to poll analyst and author.