The Good Pope vs. The Shitty President | The Saturday Coffee Klatch for April 18, 2026
About this episode
The episode discusses political events including the relationship between Trump, Vance, and Pope Leo, as well as the stock market's performance.
Friends, Today Heather and I are joined by our colleague Michael, who helps us dissect a wild week. What’s the truth about the Strait of Hormuz? Why did Trump and Vance pick a fight with Pope Leo? Who or what’s behind the booming stock market? We grapple with these and much more on today’s Klatch. Please pull up a chair, grab a cuppa, and join in the conversation. This is a public episode. If you'd like to discuss this with other subscribers or get access to bonus episodes, visit robertreich.substack.com/subscribe
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