James Carville: The Raging Cajun on Politics, Family, and Faith

Legendary political strategist James Carville joins Arroyo Grande to discuss the future of American politics, culture, and faith. The architect of Bill Clinton’s “war room” offers blunt predictions on the 2026 midterms, the Democratic Party’s path to 2028, and why winning elections matters more than ideological purity. Carville delivers a sharp critique of his own party, explaining how Democrats have lost touch with working-class voters and young men, and why South Carolina — not New Hampshire — still shapes Democratic nominees. He weighs in on Kamala Harris, AOC, JB Pritzker, emerging Republican figures, and the growing political impact of artificial intelligence. Beyond politics, Carville reflects on his Louisiana roots, his return to New Orleans after Washington, and his long, unlikely marriage to conservative strategist Mary Matalin. Provocative, candid, and deeply personal, this is James Carville far beyond the cable-news caricature — sharp, funny, and unmistakably himself. 👉 Subscribe to Arroyo Grande for in-depth conversations on culture, faith, art, and meaning. Support the show: raymondarroyo.comSee omnystudio.com/listener for privacy information.