My Favorite Shows

Ever get sick of Bill O'Reilly and Keith Olberman? Here are my favorite shows that deal with politics and current affairs.

Morning Joe
I am convinced this is currently the best political show on TV. Somehow the hosts and analysts manage to leave their ideology behind long enough to see each other's points. Every important political figure in this race makes sure to stop by. Hosted by Joe Scarborough, Mika Brzezinski and Willie Geist. Regular analysts include Mike Barnicle and Pat Buchanan. Chuck Todd a.k.a. Chuckie T, NBC's political analyst often stops by as did Tim Russert before his pasing. Amazingly, many of these same people are unwatchable later in the day.

Start the Week with Andrew Marr
This BBC Radio 4 host has four or so intersting guests usually with some new book or publication about history or current affairs. Seemingly unrelated topics but often able to be constructed into an illuminating discussion.

It's All Politics
NPR's Senior Washington Editor Ron Elving and Political Editor Ken Rudin. These two have a great conversational relationship. Manage to cover the week's political news with good humor.

Left, Right and Center
KCRW's weekly political show. Would love it to be 30 minutes longer. It's one of the highlights of my Fridays.

Update 1: I see I'm not the only one who thinks Morning Joe's great, New York magazine does as well.