The Takeout

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Politics, policy and a side of pop culture — Major Garrett serves up a balanced diet of serious discussion, humor and food...for thought.

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  • Ron VI
    Thank you
    I will miss you and the take out and look forward to your new podcast
  • DB from NEIA
    Thank you
    Major, Your announcement was a gut punch. I’ll be missing the best part of your broadcast week. I have listened to every one of your episodes of The Takeout. You’ve stayed true to your mission of representing both sides of the aisle as well as bringing insight, understanding and entertainment to a vast variety topics. To simply say thank you doesn’t seem to be enough, but it will have to do for now. Looking forward with anticipation to what’s next. In sincerity, David Blocker
  • Mazzer 56
    A can’t miss
    Start to finish. Major is one of the best political interviewers out there!! I love the three bonus questions every week. Definitely one of my favorites Podcasts.
  • rmullins0609
    Take off
    Minor Garrett needs to be b team
  • Geoplanter
    The battle for Michigan
    Perhaps Major should have schooled Rep. Dingle on some Middle East history? There was peace on October 6th! Hamas broke it! Hamas hides their military under and behind civilians. Their civilians getting pounded is part of their PR strategy. Can you trust the counts coming from Hamas with regard of killed and wounded? Did Hezbollah have to jump into the fray, as Israel holds no Lebanese land and does not hold Lebanese refugees. Now that they have, shouldn’t they be defanged?
  • Jimmy’s Nieces
    Big Star
    Listen every week and always find the interviews informative but Neil Gorsuch was terrible. Monotone and boring.
  • WonderSum
    Clean and teaches what you should know
    Although the background noise of the resultant is kinda different I thought it was really cool to learn about what the different people that this show hosts have to say. I really liked the Immigration nation with author Zeke Hernandez, it definitely changed my perspective a bit with the facts of what has been happening with the border currently. I like how it made logical arguments to advocate for immigration to improve and become more efficient. I would have preferred to some of the statistics as percentages because for the facts I was most interested/sceptic about they gave the information in a way that want as clear as I would have wanted, and also could be skewed if they want to make a false perspective.
  • npraveseguy
    Excellent
    There is no one like major Garrett in the news industry and this podcast is absolutely interesting. Interesting with a nice mix of politics current events, food, and whatever happens to come up. This guy is knowledgeable and intelligent, great sense of humor and probably one of the last great news men since Walter Cronkite.
  • chu2018
    Amazing!!
    Mr Garrett your interview with Patrick Mchenry (R) NC was an education .. Thank you for that .. Wanted to let you know that you ROCK !!
  • nfsw policy blows
    Great Show
    Great show. The Beat Check episode was next level. Love should do more episodes like this one
  • Feh bot
    Crawford
    Interesting convo with Bob Crawford, I wonder what else the audience will get if the podcast was another hour long.
  • pbmerrick
    Another Great Conversation
    Great conversation with Neil King Jr. Had to buy the book. Appreciate the questions and Neil’s answers. And…Go Padres
  • someones sister
    Vivek Ramasway
    He is so young, rich, and out of touch with the reality of most US residents. He has no realistic path to the presidency.
  • lizmeister7
    Since you asked…
    Book: Jane Eyre Film: The English Patient Diagnosis: Hopeless romantic
  • hazelbnr
    CBS Snooze
    CBS is corporate owned . Their agenda is not in the interest of anyone other than the 2% wealthy of this country.
  • Hed-Mat
    Wide Variety of Guests
    Great conversations with all sorts of people. I do check out on some of the Trump cheerleaders but some of the conservatives do a great job describing their views.
  • Olypantr
    Too many commercials during the talk.
    I this Major is great but the latest show about Ukraine had too many commercial interruptions and Major felt rushed.
  • MaryAustinTX
    Carl Bernstein
    Outstanding guest. Plz invite him again. Love this podcast. You ROCK!
  • Ohio Vick
    Podcast 1/28/22 with Holly Williams
    Awesome interview of Major Garrett’s questions with Holly Williams’ experience and perspective. Dream team to explain past & current events easier comprehension. Best wishes & safe travels bringing us important topics. Thank you!
  • hannah1018
    A little one-sided
    The Larry Hogan episode was the first I’ve ever listened to. Larry seems like a good guy and I can’t fault him for giving his honest answers! But the questions and follow-ups turned the conversation into just bashing Trump and the state of the Republican Party for an hour. And that’s fine, but it’s just the same old, same old. From browsing through the guests, it seems like the podcast has mainly liberal and anti-Trump conservative guests. If you have on more pro-Trump/mainstream Republican figures, it would actually be an interesting conversation to hear that side and their arguments. Instead, it’s just hating on Republicans with no one to represent a counterargument. And then everyone wonders why so many people still support Trump. Try talking to more of those people in a kind and open-minded way and it might help to understand their perspective.
  • Attypop
    Post Covid Travel
    What an interesting & informative podcast about post COVID travel.
  • vito9730
    Good quality job
    I like the way that Mr Garret handle the interviews. And I got a concern about other topic that nobody is talking about. Unfortunately many people dead and still dying as a result of the pandemia and what happens to all the properties of the deceased people like checking account properties and others belong to the pases if the surrogate court is not open and the family have to dealing with all the unfinished businesses of the deceased. I hope you can show son light in this cuz I don’t know nobody is talking about. I know is a sensitive situation but the families of the deceased have to facing anyway soon or later. Thanks in advance and keep doing a great job guys specially Mr Garret.
  • litdltdikkyd
    David Becker interview
    This is a great episode. Underscores the ridiculous nature of Trump’s claims better than anything else I’ve heard.
  • isanni
    Cutting her off
    You cut senator Amy K off too many times. For commercials and to end the segment.
  • wildbill95
    A visit with Mo Rocca is outstanding!
    This is the first time I’ve had the pleasure of hearing Mo when he’s not “on” and we get to feel like we’re sitting across the table from him. Thanks to Major Garrett for reaching beyond the usual guests and giving us this unique visit with this multi-talented gentleman!
  • tim in montrose
    The takeout podcast
    I didn’t realize this was a political show featuring only Democrats. By not being forthcoming in your mission, I am ranking your show as deceptive. I originally thought this was a show about solutions but I was mistaken.
  • PMDSAS
    Numbers all wrong
    Just listened to Ray Washburn. What a waste. For a restaurant owner , of 46 restaurants (not what I call a small business owner) he thinks his unemployed employees are getting $24/hr when he only pays them $15/hr. Numbers are all wrong. Unemployment benefits are determined weekly by dividing earnings for the highest paid quarter of the base period by 25. Can only get up to a maximum of $521 per week. Very poor person to have on the show. Get a real small business owner.
  • NYRangers1926
    Biased
    Major is far more conservatively biased than he leads on initially
  • SSJ Rochester
    Helpful summary
    With my growing impatience with the Rambler in Chief, I know I’ll continue to appreciate this clear and concise report.
  • Skerstyle
    Excellent
    Fantastic podcast. Meticulously produced.
  • agreatgardener
    Doug Mills & history
    Bravo! I am a faithful podcast listener. While listening I viewed photos on my iPhone. Fantastic discussion & moments captured. Thank you Major.
  • Nebster1234
    Coronavirus was the best
    I think the Coronavirus 101 episode may have been the best episode. Asking listener questions was a great start to the episode, and the answers were excellent and informative.
  • J_215
    Major is a part of gaslighting
    I think Major is a wonderful interviewer for the most part. Save for the fact that he allows right wing politicians to spout false propaganda as fact without challenge. He accepts their false statements as truth and without any pushback. One liar after another Jim Jordan, Scalise ( who should not have been saved by a black lesbian cop, whose rights he wouldn’t stand up for, and in fact, actively campaigns against), Crenshaw (the lyingest pirate ever) and other traitorous lying blowhards. Major is nothing but a pushover with these lying monsters.
  • H-Marie
    Meaningful History Lessons
    Major Garrett delivers a historical perspective that is often neglected on matters affecting disenfranchised people. I enjoy watching the interactions of the diversity of guests.
  • Pride1Hog
    Voices muffled
    Listen to several podcast. Most time Tom voice is so muffle i have to turn it off. Am I the only one?
  • Freddy2007
    Great show
    Major does a great job and the guests are always insightful and entertaining. Keep up the great podcasting 👍
  • JSandiman
    Lame interview
    Very lame interview with Reince Preibus can’t remember the last time I heard a guest actually whine then question the premise of his appearance. Waste of time...
  • MakeAmericaGreatAgain2020Tim
    Major tries to be and mostly succeeds..
    Major tries to be and mostly succeeds in being an actual news person. It’s truly sad, but a majority of the news people today almost dismiss educated and fully informed Trump (and I emphasize Trump style) conservatives. Please stay non-biased!!! The right side of history is whatever the electorate says (votes) it is!
  • Rowdymikey
    Great content and Guests
    Love the show, Major does not take himself to seriously and the live restaurant & various locations only add to the atmosphere. Plus he likes Led Zeppelin which is always a plus!
  • Asher P.
    Nonpartisan and Intelligent
    My favorite podcast hands down. With intelligent and nonpartisan questions and entertaining dialogue, it is a must listen no matter where your political allegiances lie.
  • Jeremy Bement
    Fair and balanced
    Been a fan for years and love this podcast. Very informative with good hard-hitting questions of all guests. No left or right agenda from Major Garrett, just getting to the heart of the matter and helping the audience understand topics that are covered. Keep up the great work!!
  • YooperDuper
    Smart talk.
    This is discourse we need. No yelling, but probing. Good stuff.
  • CKRoff
    Informative show for all political stripes
    Major Garrett interviews political figures from across the political spectrum and of varying roles (senators, congressmen, strategists, and more). He asks thought provoking questions and his discussions give his listeners deep insight into the Beltway. It’s an informative and fun way to hear about what’s going on in Capitol Hill.
  • Kyle Poz
    By far the best
    Lemme cut to the chase and say that this is the best podcast in the world! If you like news, politics, and some hot culture topics then this is the crème de la crème. Don’t trust me?!?! Then just listen to the intro and you will feel something that is nowhere else in politics and news theses days. TRUST ME, MAJOR GARRETT IS AMAZING!!!!!
  • Me4123
    My only way to get news
    A MAJOR part of my day.
  • alandewitt
    Great sound effects interrupted by smart dialogue
    Bing bing bing 🛎 this podcast dives deep into current issues and offers insights that satisfy my hunger. Order a plate of this and give it a try.
  • RB youth soccer in Florida
    What an awesome concept
    I love the concept - you’ll feel like you are at the table with the people being interviewed, eating with them. It exposes the human side of people I vehemently disagree with politically and makes me more open to different ideas. Love the 3 questions at the beginning of all interviews — it really is like you are meeting someone for the first time, getting to know them. Lots of great comedic moments as well. Love it. Well done ... keep it up.
  • jacquelynedinaz
    Major is a Voice You Can Trust
    I love Major’s segments on CBS and was so glad to learn about this podcast. He is a trustworthy and balanced news source and this podcast expands on his reporting. I love that I can hear different voices and opinions which have caused me to reflect on, and at times change, my own political opinions. Special kudos for the goal to be more inclusive of women’s voices on BOTH sides of the aisle.
  • Old time rocker 116
    CBS News does it again
    I have been a ardent fan of CBS news for years. I remember when “Uncle Wally” aka Walter Cronkite cried while he announced the death of John Kennedy live on the air. I was only 8 years old and his honesty and grief was heart felt. I have followed the successful path of many CBS anchors and reporters for many years and feel Major Garrett is one of the very best. I look forward to his daily evening reports. Now with “The Take Out” podcast I feel I’ve gotten to know him better and enjoy his professional prospective on matters of the day. I just hope he does better on his breakfast choices during the Podcasts. Cholesterol and calories are a killer Major. We want you around for the long hall. Love the show during my walks.
  • Honeypotpoohbear
    Best Insider Beltway Pod
    Major and Shaggy get lots of good guests, very interesting always. I realize that if Major's questions get more edgy the guests may not want to come on. But would like him to be a bit more assertive.
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