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Lunch with Jamie
Hosted by Jamie Patricof · EN
Lunch isn't just the second meal of the day. It's a time for congregating and conversing. Film producer Jamie Patricof is doing just that with his podcast series, Lunch with Jamie. Join Jamie and as he sits with thought leaders to discuss politics, current events, food, culture, sports and more. To access more interesting conversations with thought leaders, and to attend future live and virtual events, subscribe to the paid tier on https://www.jamieslist.com/upgrade. For more food, politics, and culture thoughts, sign up for the Jamie's List newsletter at www.jamieslist.com.
Produced by Michaela Sullivan
Cover art by Young Professionals, LLC
Post-production by Scalespeak Media
Opening theme "Circle of Success" by Maker
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Tyler Denk (beehiiv CEO): 'Substack's Take Rate Is Predatory'
4d ago00:45:25Summary readyTyler Denk was employee #2 at Morning Brew before it scaled to 4 million readers and got acquired by Business Insider. Then he built beehiiv — the platform now powering Jamie's List, along with Arnold Schwarzenegger, Time Magazine, and thousands of other creators.On the day beehiiv dropped a wave of new product launches, Tyler joined me to talk about all of it — including why he thinks Substack's business model is straight up predatory (he didn't hold back), what the creator economy actually looked like on the ground at Cannes Lions this year, and whether AI is coming for newsletter writers next.We covered the origin story of beehiiv, the Amazon-vs-Shopify philosophy behind creator platforms, why he publicly lists every investor who passed on him, and his honest take on where AI fits into content creation. Plus — he actually gave me some real advice on Jamie's List by the end.Only members of Jamie's List get to join live on Zoom for exclusive access during conversations like this one. Apply here → https://www.jamieslist.com/upgrade
SummaryCory Booker: Trump's Iran Strike Backfired — 'The Only One Who Surrendered Is Him'
2w ago01:37:35Summary ready"I'm not in this to be a great Democrat. I'm in this to save my country." — Senator Cory BookerHost Jamie Patricof sits down with U.S. Senator Cory Booker (D-NJ) for an unscripted, deep-dive edition of Lunch with Jamie. Recorded live at Rita House in Los Angeles, this wide-ranging conversation dives past standard partisan talking points to confront the growing crisis of isolation, cynicism, and institutional corruption in modern America.Senator Booker pulls back the curtain on his historic, record-breaking 25-hour continuous floor speech on the Senate floor. He reveals the brutal physical toll of dehydrating himself to outlast segregationist Strom Thurmond's 1957 record, the emergency room doctor who watched over him from the gallery, and the massive wave of over 330 million likes on TikTok that proved the public was hungry for a moral stand.They break down the core virtues of his new book, Stand, and outline an ambitious, bold vision for an "American Renewal" heading into the general election and the 2028 landscape.Key Topics in This Episode:The 25-Hour Senate Stand: The unseen logistics behind breaking the longest continuous speech record in Senate history.The Post-Truth Era: How to navigate a fractured media landscape and fight back against the normalization of public corruption in all three branches of government.Foreign Policy Disasters: Why Cory views the administration’s handling of Iran and pulling the rug out from humanitarian aid in Sudan as colossal modern failures.The Black-Jewish Alliance: An uncompromising look at rising anti-Semitism in America and the urgent need to preserve historic, cross-cultural coalitions.The 2028 Bench: Facing the reality of the next presidential cycle, his personal family plans, and the deep "Swiss Army Knife" bench of the Democratic Party.Diners & Local Roots: Why a classic Jersey diner is a supreme cultural institution (and why Cory has never been to Razza or Belmont Tavern).Get Cory Booker's new book, Stand, available everywhere now:https://www.amazon.com/dp/1250436737Only members of Jamie's List get to join live on Zoom for exclusive access during conversations like this one. Apply here → https://www.jamieslist.com/upgrade
Summary4 Political Experts Break Down California's Most Chaotic Election Ever
Jun 401:02:43Summary ready"Californians are pissed and angry, and they feel like the system isn't working for them."The primary results are rolling in, and a political shockwave is hitting the Golden State. In this special roundtable edition of Lunch with Jamie, we bypass the standard post-election spin to bring you an unfiltered, deep-dive breakdown of California’s most chaotic election cycle ever. Host Jamie Patricof sits down with four of the state’s most formidable political minds and investigative journalists to figure out exactly what happened—and what it means for the high-stakes general election matchups in November. Our Expert Panel Includes: • Jessica Yellin (Founder, News Not Noise) • Julia Wick (Co-Founder, LA Material & former LA Times City Hall reporter) • Alex Cohen (Award-winning Anchor & Reporter, Spectrum News) • Fernando Guerra (Professor of Political Science & Founding Director of the Study of LA at LMU) Together, they pull back the curtain on the surprising progressive and conservative duels, the unexpected celebrity surge of Spencer Pratt in the L.A. mayoral race, a shifting betting market, the devastating loss of major institutional media endorsements, and the silent crisis threatening local legacy journalism. Key Topics Explored in This Episode: • The Electorate's Rebellion: Why widespread anti-establishment frustration is driving unexpected Republican surges and progressive sweeps simultaneously. • The Spencer Pratt Phenomenon: How a reality TV star hijacked the national media landscape to shake up the L.A. Mayor race. • The Media Vacuum: The real-world consequences of the LA Times halting candidate endorsements and why local debates are quietly vanishing. • The Runoff Map: Early predictions for the high-stakes battles for Governor, City Attorney, and the critical congressional seats that could flip the House.
SummaryI Grilled 12 California Politicians So You Don't Have To
May 2802:22:03Summary ready12 Candidates. 150 Minutes. No Spin. California is at a tipping point. With one week left until the primary, we pulled together 12 of the state's top Democratic candidates on 72 hours' notice for a rapid-fire, unscripted forum. If you are overwhelmed by social media noise and standard political talking points, this episode is your ultimate election cheat sheet. Jamie Patricof and co-host Matt Littman grill the candidates running for everything from Governor to L.A. Mayor to U.S. Congress. We enforce strict time limits and demand real, actionable answers on California's biggest crises: runaway film production, the insurance exodus, the cost of living, and the fight to flip the House. Do not vote until you watch this.Only members of Jamie's List get to join live on Zoom for exclusive access during conversations like this one. Apply here → https://www.jamieslist.com/upgrade
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From Lawyer to 1 Million Followers in 1 Week. Here's What It Cost Him | Aaron Parnas
May 2100:55:20Summary readyIn this episode of Jamie’s List, Jamie Patricof sits down with independent journalist Aaron Parnas to uncover a remarkable story of transition and media saturation. Aaron sharing his family's perspective during the initial invasion of Ukraine caused him to explode from a practicing lawyer into a digital media powerhouse with over 1 million followers in just one week. But overnight influence comes with an unexpected psychological price tag. Aaron takes us behind the scenes of his 24/7 home tracking war room—where he constantly monitors C-SPAN, live tickers of world leaders, and breaking court records —and opens up about the deep "numbness" required to survive the modern 24/7 news cycle. In this episode, we dive deep into:The 1-Week Meteoric Rise: How a practicing lawyer shifted overnight into an independent media operator. Inside the Data Setup: A look at the intense multi-screen home operation beating legacy networks to the punch. The Cost of Numbness: An honest conversation on desensitization and managing mental health under constant trauma exposure. The Hidden Epstein Files: Firsthand insights from analyzing hundreds of thousands of hidden pages. The Unseen AI Crisis: The silent, localized pollution threats driving the sudden rise of massive tech data centers. "I unfortunately am in the position now where I'm so numb to everything in this world... it's the only way I can continue doing it." — Aaron ParnasOnly members of Jamie's List get to join live on Zoom for exclusive access during conversations like this one. Apply here → https://www.jamieslist.com/upgrade
SummaryThe Man Suing Trump 67 Times (And Winning) | California's Attorney General Rob Bonta
May 700:57:17Summary readyHow do you take on the highest office in the land and win?In this episode of Lunch with Jamie, I sit down with California Attorney General Rob Bonta, a man who has become a primary standard-bearer for state sovereignty. From the "Rise of the AGs" during Trump 1.0 to filing his 67th lawsuit against the current administration, Bonta explains why the state attorney general’s office is now the front line of American democracy. Attorney General Bonta and I discuss: • The "Rise of the AGs": How state attorneys general became a visible, high-speed force for national policy. • Militarization of the Streets: The inside story of blocking the federalized National Guard and Marines in Los Angeles. • The Corporate Battlefield: Why the Paramount/Warner Brothers merger is not a "done deal" and the massive antitrust win against Ticketmaster/Live Nation. • The People’s Champion: Managing a $1.3 billion budget and 6,000 employees to tackle everything from cold case rapes to climate change. • Personal Foundations: Bonta’s journey from the Philippines and the UFW headquarters in La Paz to becoming the "People’s Attorney". "We’re fighting back against the president who breaks the law... and we’re winning." — AG Rob BontaOnly members of Jamie's List get to join live on Zoom for exclusive access during conversations like this one. Apply here → https://www.jamieslist.com/upgrade
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Beyond the NRA: Why School Shootings Have Become a "Reality" (and How We Fix It)
Apr 3001:00:35Summary readyWhat happens when the "standard" solutions to gun violence stop working?Live from Jamie's List, Jamie Patricof sits down with Manuel "Manny" Oliver, the father of Parkland victim Joaquin Oliver and the creator of the powerful one-man show, GUAC. In a conversation that goes far beyond the typical NRA debate, Manny explains why school shootings have become a "normalized" fact of American life and how we can use art to "slip the culture" and force real change. Proof of Impact: 19.9 Million Visits Manny’s "unconventional" activism is already cracking the code. His Roblox gaming experience, designed to teach kids about preventing gun violence rather than participating in it, has reached a staggering 19.9 million visits. This is art that doesn't just ask for change—it builds it. In this episode, we discuss:• Beyond the NRA: Why the 400 million guns in America mean the problem is bigger than any one lobby. • The "Reality" of Drills: How we’ve forced children to adapt to a broken system while politicians hide under tables. • Slipping the Culture: Why theater and art can reach people that activists and lawmakers can't. • The "Shield": The unique legal protection the gun industry holds and how to crack it. • The One Simple Fix: Manny’s top priority for "Safe Storage" and why it shouldn't be a partizan issue. "I am not a victim. I am a father. And this is a conversation that every American should have." — Manny Oliver Only members of Jamie's List get to join live on Zoom for exclusive access during conversations like this one. Apply here → https://www.jamieslist.com/upgrade
SummaryWhat 1929 Tells Us About Today's Market | Andrew Ross Sorkin
Apr 901:00:36Summary readyAndrew Ross Sorkin has covered Trump since before he was president — back when he was doing real estate deals. He says this moment is a whole other level.Between co-creating Billions, anchoring Squawk Box every morning, running the Dealbook Summit, and writing his new book 1929 — Andrew Ross Sorkin is arguably the hardest working person in media. And he joined me for one of my favorite conversations yet.We got into everything: Trump's Iran threats and what they actually mean for markets, the eerie parallels between 1929 and today, the AI arms race and whether Sam and Dario are actually scared, why the next crash might be worse than 2008, and the surprising person Andrew still can't get on the record.This one is a must-listen. I hope you enjoy it as much as I did.🎙️ Want to join me live and ask Andrew — and future guests — your own questions? Members of Jamie's List get exclusive Zoom access to every conversation. Apply here: www.jamieslist.com/upgrade
SummaryThe People Behind the AI Doc Warn: We’re Not Ready
Apr 201:01:42Summary readyWhat happens when the people building AI start warning that we may be losing control?In this episode, Jamie sits down with Tristan Harris and Jonathan Wang—the creators behind the AI documentary—to break down what’s actually happening beneath the surface of today’s AI boom.This isn’t about hype. It’s about capability, speed, and the growing gap between what AI can do and what the world’s leaders understand.They explain:Why most leaders are behind on AIThe real risks no one is talking aboutWhy this moment may be the last window to actWhat an “out of control” future could actually look likeIf you’ve been trying to separate signal from noise on AI, this conversation is a must-watch.Only members of Jamie's List get to join live on Zoom for exclusive access during conversations like this one. Apply here → https://www.jamieslist.com/upgrade
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Rahm Emanuel on Trump's Iran Strategy & the Democratic Party's Path Forward
Mar 1200:51:03Summary readyFormer Chicago mayor and U.S. Ambassador to Japan Rahm Emanuel joins the podcast to discuss one of the most dangerous geopolitical questions right now: what happens if the United States goes to war with Iran?In this conversation, Rahm breaks down why talk of “regime change” is often misunderstood, the risks of military escalation in the Middle East, and why history shows that no country has ever successfully carried out regime change from the air alone.Rahm also discusses the broader challenges facing the United States — from political instability at home to global leadership abroad — and why he believes these difficult times require serious leadership and national unity.Topics covered in this episode include:• What a U.S.–Iran conflict could look like• Why “regime change from the air” doesn’t work• The risks of escalation in the Middle East• American leadership and global strategy• Why the American dream feels increasingly out of reachRahm Emanuel previously served as Mayor of Chicago, White House Chief of Staff, and U.S. Ambassador to Japan.Only members of Jamie's List get to join me on zoom to get exclusive access during these conversations. You can apply here - https://www.jamieslist.com/upgrade
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