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Civic Forum

by Reed Galen

Civic Forum is a podcast for a country in transition. It takes on the economic, political, technological, and cultural forces reshaping American life, with voices and ideas that too often stay inside the usual centers of power. The show asks harder questions about who benefits, who gets heard, and what comes next, then takes those conversations into communities across the country. The goal is not consensus. It is a more informed, engaged public. Hosted by Reed Galen, founder of Civic Forum and former co-founder of The Lincoln Project.

Latest episodes

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Introducing Civic Forum: What Do We Build Next?

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America is entering a period of profound change, and choices made now will shape the country for decades. In the first episode of Civic Forum, host Reed Galen lays out th

Nov 12
14 min

Creating with a Creator Featuring Maria Comstock

Before we get started today, some news: The Home Front is going on hiatus. It's not forever, but it is for now. The year is picking up, and the work to be done must take

Apr 1
33 min

Sports Gambling and American Culture with McKay Coppins

Today, host Reed Galen is joined by staff writer for The Atlantic, McKay Coppins. They discuss his cover story for the magazine - spending six months gambling on sports u

Mar 29
39 min

Congress Doesn't Work, Newt Wants Nukes, and More!

In this fiery solo episode, Reed Galen dives deep into the chaos and contradictions shaping America today. From government dysfunction to global conflict, he’s calling us

Mar 17
19 min

Using Corporate Scandals to Drive Political Change with Professor Pepper Culpepper

Today, Reed Galen and Professor Pepper Culpepper discuss the themes of corporate scandals and their impact on democracy, regulation, and public opinion. They explore how

Mar 9
41 min

Using Corporate Scandals to Drive Political Change with Professor Pepper Culpepper

Today, Reed Galen and Professor Pepper Culpepper discuss the themes of corporate scandals and their impact on democracy, regulation, and public opinion. They explore how

Mar 9
41 min

The Trumpian Doom Loop and How the Iran War Speeds It Up

Before you do anything else, like, subscribe, and rate The Home Front 5 stars! Today, Reed Galen discusses the impact of the Iran conflict on the US economy, politics, a

Mar 5
17 min

IRAN SPECIAL with Retired Air Force Intelligence Officer Denver Riggleman

Denver Riggleman makes a quick return appearance on the Home Front to discuss Iran, Donald Trump's ever-changing rationale for (yet another) war, and some in-depth techni

Mar 2
45 min

The State of the Union is F$%*ed

Before you watch or listen, rate The Home Front 5 Stars and make sure others hear the good word! Today, Reed brings you an unvarnished look at Donald Trump's State of th

Feb 25
21 min

Taking On Big Tech with CCDH's Imran Ahmed

Hey! Before you listen or watch this, rate The Home Front 5 Stars! Do it now before you forget! Today, Imran Ahmed, founder and CEO of the Center for Countering Digital

Feb 23
36 min

Fire and Brimstone with Denver Riggleman

Today, host Reed Galen speaks with former Congressman Denver Riggleman, a former U.S. Congressman and intelligence officer, about his experiences in Greenland and Europe,

Feb 20
54 min

Political Disruption with North Carolina's Kate Barr

Before you read on, please rate The Home Front five stars! Today, host Reed Galen speaks with Kate Barr, a political disruptor running for Congress in North Carolina's R

Feb 16
33 min

Fighting for New Jersey with Megan O'Rourke

Hey! You! BEFORE you hit play, rate the Home Front 5 Stars! Make sure we reach as many people as we can! Today, host Reed Galen interviews Megan O'Rourke, a Democrat run

Feb 12
32 min

Super Bowl Culture

Today, I talk about the cultural significance of the Super Bowl, discussing its role as a unifying event in America. I discuss the halftime show featuring Bad Bunny, the

Feb 9
23 min

All the Devils are Here - Epstein and the Corruption of America's Elite

They say the truth will set you free — but sometimes, first it comes with a punch in the gut. If you've ever wondered how the corrupt, the powerful, and the elite are rea

Feb 3
18 min

What Would You Say You Do Here? (Solo Episode)

Today, I get a little ranty with our friends and allies. If Minneapolis won't stiffen their spines, what will? Also, I pierce the fiction of "TACO" - he's not changing co

Jan 30
22 min

Minneapolis Update with Congresswoman Angie Craig

In this conversation, Congresswoman Angie Craig discusses the current climate in Minnesota regarding immigration enforcement, community safety, and the role of law enforc

Jan 28
23 min

After America? With MS Now's Stephanie Ruhle

In this episode, MS Now 11th Hour host Stephanie Ruhle and I discuss the complexities of global leadership, particularly in the context of the World Economic Forum in Dav

Jan 22
46 min

Trump Against America, Trump Against the World

PROGRAMMING NOTE: Go to BigTentUSA and sign up for my live event with Chris Armitage tonight as we discuss his trip to Minneapolis, the work he does analyzing America's p

Jan 20
18 min

Why Primary Elections Matter with Unite America's Nick Troiani

Today, Reed speaks with Nick Troiano, Executive Director of Unite America, about the challenges and reforms in the American electoral system. They discuss the impact of p

Jan 15
25 min

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What listeners say

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I am a frequent listener to this podcast. I can’t tell you how grateful I am that I listened today. It scared the hell out of me. I’ve been thinking a lot lately about many of the subjects Reed covered, but it’s worse than I imagined. Everyone needs to hear this episode.

Polly Purebred · Mar 2026

Reed nails it with his assessments. He interviews authors, specialists, and candidates that have messages and knowledge worth hearing!

Mary Moderate · Mar 2026

Reed’s commentary on the cabal that Epstein collected is a superb and sophisticated analysis of the fundamentally destructive behavior of the American financial and intellectual elite. Strongly recommended.

AintWhatIUsedToBe · Feb 2026

Reed is a refreshing voice of reason, authenticity & political honesty desperately needed right now. He’s not afraid to speak truth to the power brokers of our day in his commitment to getting us through Trumpism & the crisis we face as a nation.

T2869 · Oct 2025

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