Best Christopher Arps Podcasts (2025)

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Chuck Schumer’s Bad Week, Democratic Infighting, and Black Voter Outreach with Dr. Cornel West 25:22

1M ago25:22

25:22

In this episode of Watercooler Politics with Chris Arps, we break down the rough week Senate Minority Leader Chuck Schumer endured as members of his own party turned against him. From progressive Democrats publicly criticizing his leadership to moderates distancing themselves, Schumer found himself under fire from both flanks. We also discuss the D…

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A Deep Dive Into American and Israeli Politics with Dr. Guy Golan 18:10

9M ago18:10

18:10

Dr. Golan has over two decades of experience in political communications and international relations. He is the coauthor of 'My Brother's Keeper: The Complicated Relationship Between American Jews and Israel' and currently serves as a professor at Texas Christian University. We discussed how might American Jews vote in the 2024 elections, and what …

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Democrats Outwardly Panicking; Trump Stumps in Brooklyn 9:44

11M ago9:44

9:44

In this episode, I delve into the heated speculation surrounding Joe's potential nomination as the Democratic Party's candidate for President in the upcoming November election. What was once private conjecture among influential Democrats is now surfacing in public discourse, adding layers of intrigue and anticipation to the political landscape. Mea…

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Interview with Attorney Ken W Good about Zero Bail 31:13

1+ y ago31:13

31:13

Ken W. Good graduated from Hardin Simmons University in 1982 with a Bachelor of Arts Degree. He received a Master of Education Degree in 1986 from Tarleton State University, a part of the Texas A&M System. In 1989, he received his law degree from Texas Tech School of Law, where he was a member of the Texas Tech Law Review. Mr. Good has argued cases…

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Trump Indictment, US Budget, VP Harris in Africa 19:58

2y ago19:58

19:58

Is District Attorney Bragg going to pull the trigger on Former President Trump's indictment? Chris thinks he has to at this point. House Republicans still haven't released a budget...is this a problem for them? Chris explains why Vice President Harris needs to go to Africa and what we hope she can accomplish.…

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Debt ceiling, Trump Investigation, Silicon Valley Bank Failure 20:00

2y ago20:00

20:00

President Biden and Speaker McCarthy are sparring about the budget and debt ceiling. Who are the winners and losers? Is President Trump going to be arrested? What does it mean? Silicon Valley Bank failure...who is at fault and why?By [email protected] (Red Tail Strategies, LLC)

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Circuit Attorney Removal, Selma, Does DeSantis have it 19:29

2y ago19:29

19:29

Chris and Becky discuss parallels between Georgia and Missouri regarding removal of Democrat Circuit/District Attorneys. Chris provides some history behind the Selma march and they discuss what it does and does not mean. Becky asks whether Florida Governor Ron Desantis has what it takes to be the Republican Presidential Nominee in 2024.…

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Chinese Spy Balloon, DNC Primary Schedule, Gov DeSantis on DEI 14:09

2y ago14:09

14:09

Chris and Becky break down the Chinese 'weather' balloon that traveled across the country. Did the administration handle it well? What are the risks? Why is the DNC changing the primary process and what does it mean for elections? What is DEI all about and is what Gov DeSantis doing a good thing?By [email protected] (Christopher Arps, Becky Arps)

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House Committee Assignments, War in China and Memphis Shooting 15:40

2y ago15:40

15:40

Chris starts the new year with some changes in the format of Water Cooler Politics. Why did Speaker McCarthy remove Congressmen Schiff and Swalwell and what is in play in a potential removal of Congresswoman Omar. Are we at risk of war with China in 2025? What are the risks? Last week the arrest video of Tyre Nichols was released. What should happe…

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Interview W/ VA GOP Lt. Gov Candidate Winsome Sears 32:53

4y ago32:53

32:53

Winsome was elected to a majority Black legislative district! No other Republican has done that in Virginia since 1865: She consequently also became the first (and still only) Black Republican woman elected to the House, the first female veteran, and the first legal immigrant woman. Winsome is a mother, wife and is proud to have served in the Unite…

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Follow up with VA GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Glenn Youngkin 16:53

4y ago16:53

16:53

Chris has a follow up interview with Glenn Youngkin regarding the Virginia GOP Governor's race.By [email protected] (chris arps)

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Chauvin Found Guilty; D.C. To Become 51st State? 18:24

4y ago18:24

18:24

By [email protected] (chris arps)

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Chauvin Trial Concludes; 'Mad Max' Waters Almost Causes Mistrial With Comments 16:35

4y ago16:35

16:35

The prosecution and defense rests their cases in the Derrick Chauvin trial." Mad Max Waters lives up to her nickname. How not to get shot by the police.By [email protected] (Chris Arps)

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Interview w/ Virginia Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Genn Youngkin 23:13

4y ago23:13

23:13

After earning an engineering degree at Rice University and his MBA, Glenn and his wife Suzanne moved to northern Virginia. Glenn landed a job at The Carlyle Group, where he spent the next 25 years. Working his way to the top of the company, Glenn played a key role in building Carlyle into one of the leading investment firms in the world. His effort…

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My thoughts on riots at the US Capitol 11:12

4+ y ago11:12

11:12

Chris gives an indepth analysis on the events that happened at the US Capitol. He gives some advice to the incoming Democrat majority and thoughts on how to bring this country together.By [email protected] (Chris Arps)

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2020 Election Post Mortem 11:07

4+ y ago11:07

11:07

Chris provides analysis on whether the election was stolen from President Trump. He breaks down who showed up and who did't and provides thoughts on the future of the Republican party and African American outreach.By [email protected] (Chris Arps)

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Are Democrats really United After Their Virtual convention? The Pitfalls of Universal Mail in Balloting. 20:52

4+ y ago20:52

20:52

In this episode, we discuss if the Democrats are really united after their virtual convention? And we discuss the pitfalls of Universal Mail in Balloting.By [email protected] (christopher arps)

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Interview W/ Dr. Shelby Steele Pt 2 23:00

5y ago23:00

23:00

Part two of a two part interview with Shelby Steele, conservative author, columnist, documentary film maker, and Senior Fellow at Stanford University's Hoover Institution . Dr Steele specializes in the study of race relations, multiculturalism, and affirmative action. In this episode, Dr Steele discusses citizen unity vs black unity, the future of …

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Interview W/ Dr. Shelby Steele Pt 1 23:18

5y ago23:18

23:18

Part one of a two part interview with Shelby Steele, conservative author, columnist, documentary film maker, and Senior Fellow at Stanford University's Hoover Institution . Dr Steele specializes in the study of race relations, multiculturalism, and affirmative action. In part one of this interview with Shelby Steele, we discuss his transition to co…

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Statues, Bubba Wallace, NASCAR, Confederate Flags & Nooses 24:46

5y ago24:46

24:46

Chris discusses the dual controversies of historical statues being toppled by the mob and the alleged noose found in the NASCAR's only full-time black driver's garage stall.By [email protected] (Red Tail Strategies, LLC)

Podcasts Worth a Listen

Christopher Arps Podcasts

Podcasts Worth a Listen

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Water Cooler Politics w/ Chris Arps

Chris Arps, Becky Arps

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Chuck Schumer’s Bad Week, Democratic Infighting, and Black Voter Outreach with Dr. Cornel West 25:22

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A Deep Dive Into American and Israeli Politics with Dr. Guy Golan 18:10

1
Democrats Outwardly Panicking; Trump Stumps in Brooklyn 9:44

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Interview with Attorney Ken W Good about Zero Bail 31:13

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Trump Indictment, US Budget, VP Harris in Africa 19:58

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Debt ceiling, Trump Investigation, Silicon Valley Bank Failure 20:00

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Circuit Attorney Removal, Selma, Does DeSantis have it 19:29

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Chinese Spy Balloon, DNC Primary Schedule, Gov DeSantis on DEI 14:09

1
House Committee Assignments, War in China and Memphis Shooting 15:40

1
Interview W/ VA GOP Lt. Gov Candidate Winsome Sears 32:53

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Follow up with VA GOP Gubernatorial Candidate Glenn Youngkin 16:53

1
Chauvin Found Guilty; D.C. To Become 51st State? 18:24

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Chauvin Trial Concludes; 'Mad Max' Waters Almost Causes Mistrial With Comments 16:35

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Interview w/ Virginia Republican Gubernatorial Candidate Genn Youngkin 23:13

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My thoughts on riots at the US Capitol 11:12

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2020 Election Post Mortem 11:07

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Are Democrats really United After Their Virtual convention? The Pitfalls of Universal Mail in Balloting. 20:52

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Interview W/ Dr. Shelby Steele Pt 2 23:00

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Interview W/ Dr. Shelby Steele Pt 1 23:18

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Statues, Bubba Wallace, NASCAR, Confederate Flags & Nooses 24:46

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