PAST RECORDINGS:
A Conversation with Ambassador Daniel Taub on the Art of Constructive Disagreement
January 28, 2026
On January 28, we hosted Ambassador Daniel Taub, former Israeli Ambassador to the United Kingdom and author of Beyond Dispute: Rediscovering the Jewish Art of Constructive Disagreement.
Ambassador Taub makes the case that disagreement does not have to divide us. Done well, it can bring us closer to truth and to one another. In an era when argument is increasingly seen as something to avoid or a contest to win, his book offers a different framework: one rooted in understanding, progress, and better outcomes.
This conversation explored those lessons and their relevance to today's political climate.
Jim Hanson & Benjamin Baird on Iran’s Unrest, U.S. Options, and What Comes Next
January 20, 2026
Iran is facing one of its most serious challenges in decades as economic collapse fuels unrest and the regime responds with escalating repression. Jim Hanson and Benjamin Baird of the Middle East Forum break down where the crisis stands now, what has changed inside Iran, and why protests have surged and stalled in unpredictable ways. They also explore the hard questions policymakers are debating—from what a stable end state could look like to how Iran’s adversaries and global backers are positioning themselves as events unfold.
Charles Lane on Elections, Shutdowns, and What Comes Next
November 12, 2025
What do Democrats’ big wins mean for 2026 — and why did they spark an immediate clash inside the party? Charles Lane joined No Labels to break down the election fallout, the shutdown fight that followed, and the Supreme Court case that may put President Trump’s tariffs in jeopardy. This is essential context for anyone trying to understand the road ahead.
No Labels Bicameral Meeting on Permitting Reform
September 11, 2025
No Labels hosted our second Public Bicameral Meeting at the U.S. Capitol Visitor’s Center. Like the first meeting in June, this session featured Democrats and Republicans from both chambers of Congress working together on an issue where there is real opportunity for progress: permitting reform.
Government Spending, Shutdowns & Process with Josh Rowley
September 9, 2025
Guest Josh Rowley—a Gibbs Scholar and research fellow at the Mercatus Center and former economist for the House Budget Committee—walks through how budgeting is supposed to work versus how it actually does. He explains the recurring late budgets, deadline brinkmanship, and the House/Senate mismatch (simple majority vs. 60-vote threshold) that pushes lawmakers to “govern by crisis.”
Countdown to a Government Shutdown with Wendy Edelberg
September 2, 2025
Ryan Clancy kicks off No Labels Academy’s September series: “Countdown to a Government Shutdown.” He speaks with Wendy Edelberg (Brookings; former CBO chief economist) about where the appropriations process stands, why shutdowns happen, and what they actually cost. Edelberg stresses that discretionary funding requires bipartisan votes and that Democrats and Republicans are far apart—not only on spending levels (defense vs. non-defense) but on process and trust, especially over rescissions that could claw back money after a deal.
Tariffs, Politics, and Public Opinion with Matt Grossman
August 26, 2025
In this No Labels Academy session, Professor Matt Grossmann, Director of the Institute for Public Policy and Social Research at Michigan State University, joins to unpack the political and electoral impact of Trump’s trade and tariff policies. Drawing on research and public opinion data, Grossmann explains how tariffs shaped voter attitudes during Trump’s first term, what’s different this time, and how “thermostatic politics” drives opinion to shift against government policy, regardless of direction.
Why Capitol Hill Is Headed for Another Meltdown with Matt Fuller
August 19, 2025
In this timely No Labels Academy briefing, Matt Fuller, Congressional Bureau Chief at NOTUS, returns to provide a clear-eyed preview of what to expect as Congress heads back to Washington. From the fate of government funding bills to the dynamics within the House Freedom Caucus, Fuller breaks down the emerging battle lines between and within the parties.
Trump’s Tariffs and the Future of U.S. Trade Policy with Ed Gresser
August 12, 2025
Ed Gresser, Vice President at the Progressive Policy Institute and former Assistant U.S. Trade Representative, joins No Labels Academy to unpack the sweeping changes to America’s tariff system under President Trump. He explains why these are the largest tariff shifts in nearly a century, how they’re being challenged in court, and what they could mean for prices, jobs, and U.S. trade relationships.
What Trump’s Tariffs Mean for the U.S. Economy with Alex Durante
August 5, 2025
With tariffs taking center stage again in American economic policy, economist Alex Durante joins No Labels Academy to explain what this shift really means. Durante, Senior Economist at the Tax Foundation and coauthor of Trump Tariffs: Tracking the Economic Impact of the Trump Trade War, walks through the likely consequences of Trump’s new tariff push—including how it could affect inflation, U.S. manufacturing, and global supply chains.
Iran’s Nuclear Brinkmanship and the Future of Its Regime with Ray Takeyh
July 29, 2025
How far is Iran willing to go? In this No Labels Academy briefing, Ray Takeyh, senior fellow for Middle East studies at the Council on Foreign Relations and author of The Last Shah, explains how Iran is adapting after recent U.S. and Israeli strikes, and what the regime’s long-term strategy might be.
Debate: U.S. Policy Towards Iran
July 22, 2025
In this special No Labels Academy event, two rising legal minds face off over one of the most consequential questions in American foreign policy: Should regime change in Iran be the official position of the United States?
The State of Iran’s Regime and Nuclear Program with Jay Solomon
July 15, 2025
Uncertainty defines the moment—but veteran journalist Jay Solomon brings clarity. In this No Labels briefing, Solomon, now Chief Investigative Reporter at The Free Press and former Wall Street Journal foreign affairs correspondent, shares what he’s hearing about Iran’s regime, nuclear capabilities, and regional ambitions. Drawing on decades of reporting experience and deep sourcing across the Middle East, Solomon explains what’s really happening inside Tehran, how Iran’s leadership is navigating pressure at home and abroad, and what the U.S. and Israel might do next. It’s a timely look at one of the world’s most dangerous flashpoints—delivered by one of the most trusted voices in the field.
China and the Changing Middle East with Dr. Yun Sun
July 8, 2025
What does China really want in the Middle East, and what will it do if the region spins further out of control? In this No Labels briefing, Yun Sun of the Stimson Center walks through how Beijing is responding to the latest crisis involving Iran, Israel, and the U.S. Sun explains why China avoids firm commitments, how it balances ties with Saudi Arabia and Iran, and what its true red lines are
What is Iran's Next Move? with Jonathan Panikoff
July 1, 2025
In the wake of America’s strikes on the Iranian nuclear programs, there is little clarity about what comes next. Panikoff will help us understand the key considerations being weighed by U.S., Israeli and Iranian leaders, and the prospects for a full dismantlement of the Iranian nuclear program.
No Labels Bicameral Meeting to Make Congress Work
June 26, 2025
Republican and Democratic members of Congress will attend a first-of-its-kind public meeting organized by No Labels. At this meeting, you will hear members of Congress discuss how they are working to build trust in a political environment where it often seems impossible.
Capitol Hill Check In with Matt Fuller
June 23, 2025
As Congress barrels toward its August recess, Fuller will provide an update on where things stand in the final push before the break. He will cover the latest developments on the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” what to expect as the debt ceiling’s “X-date” approaches, the prospects of the recently introduced War Powers bill, and how members are positioning themselves for the fall legislative session.
Reading the Political Tea Leaves with Sarah Binder
June 16, 2025
As the Senate weighs the “One Big Beautiful Bill Act,” Binder will walk us through the key political dynamics shaping the bill, what it will take to pass such a sweeping package, how institutional gridlock may interfere, and what it will take to actually pass.
BBB a Budget Buster with Romina Boccia
June 11, 2025
With the Senate set to take up this massive legislative package, Boccia will offer a clear-eyed assessment of what the bill means for federal debt, future deficits, and the broader U.S. economy. She will also speak to the risks of continued spending growth, what Congress must do to restore long-term fiscal stability and the consequences of Congress waiting too long to act.