{"podcast":{"title":"Trailblaze 2028","slug":"trailblaze-2028-7022119","podcast_index_feed_id":7022119,"rss_url":"https://audioboom.com/channels/5139651.rss","website_url":"https://audioboom.com/channels/5139651","image_url":"https://audioboom.com/i/43356562/s=1400x1400/el=1/rt=fill.jpg","author":"Trailblaze 2028","episode_count":88,"summary":"Trailblaze: The Road to 2028 is your insider’s guide to the next great American political showdown. As both parties begin lining up their runners and riders for the 2028 presidential election, this podcast pulls back the curtain on the candidates, the strategists behind them, and the high-stakes decisions that will shape the race long before the first votes are cast. With sharp insight, behind-the-scenes reporting, and a healthy dose of fun, hosts Jamal Simmons and Matthew Butler explore the personalities, power plays, and pivotal moments that will define the road to the White House—making sense of the politics while never losing sight of the passion. Jamal Simmons has spent years inside the rooms where presidential politics actually happen—and now he’s pulling back the curtain. A veteran strategist and former senior White House adviser, Jamal knows how campaigns are built, how messages break through, and how small decisions can change the course of history. He’s equal parts insider, storyteller, and straight-talker, bringing sharp insight, humor, and a deep love of the political game. Matthew Butler lives at the intersection of politics, media, and strategy. He’s worked behind th…","last_synced_at":"2026-07-24T08:18:44.598379+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/trailblaze-2028-7022119"},"episode":{"title":"88: AOC To Be Or Not To Be","slug":"88-aoc-to-be-or-not-to-be","published_at":"2026-07-23T18:59:36+00:00","page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/trailblaze-2028-7022119/88-aoc-to-be-or-not-to-be","show_page_url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/trailblaze-2028-7022119","url":"https://audioboom.com/posts/8931759","audio_url":"https://dts.podtrac.com/redirect.mp3/audioboom.com/posts/8931759.mp3?modified=1784833201&sid=5139651&source=rss","summary":"Will AOC run for President? A Deep Dive Into Her Political Future We explore whether Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is gearing up for a presidential run and what factors could influence her decision. From poll numbers to campaign mechanics, we break down the strategic landscape of her potential bid and the broader Democratic race dynamics. Key topics covered include: The rising poll numbers for AOC in New Hampshire and their implications The importance of the four M's—Money, Media, Message, Mechanics—and the addition of Authenticity How AOC’s fundraising success, including over $32 million raised, supports her ambitions The significance of her authenticity and progressive stance amid intra-party conflicts The potential influence of swing states like Michigan and Wisconsin on her presidential prospects The impact of progressive candidates in local races and how they could reshape national politics Historical parallels with other insurgent candidates and cycle repeats in political ideology shifts The strategic value of campaign tours in rural and diverse regions The importance of voters craving real change and how AOC taps into that desire The age factor, and whether grassroots support could propel her from Senate to the presidency","meta_description":"Will AOC run for President? A Deep Dive Into Her Political Future We explore whether Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez is gearing up for a presidential run and wha…","key_points":[],"chapters":[],"topics":[],"duration_seconds":859,"processing_state":"not_requested","actions":[{"name":"request_transcript","method":"POST","url":"https://stenobird.com/v1/public/podcasts/trailblaze-2028-7022119/episodes/88-aoc-to-be-or-not-to-be/transcription-requests","description":"Idempotently request low-priority transcript generation for this episode."},{"name":"read_markdown","method":"GET","url":"https://stenobird.com/podcast/trailblaze-2028-7022119/88-aoc-to-be-or-not-to-be.md","description":"Read the agent-friendly Markdown representation of this episode resource."}]}}