Our Politics Have Never Been So Toxic. So Why Do We Love Political TV?

If you binge-watched “The Diplomat” or “Death by Lightning” this year, you’re not alone. These politics-centric dramas have united audiences at a time when real-life politics can feel toxic and fractured. Why is this genre so resilient? And could Washington, DC itself become a new home for Hollywood storytelling? We hear from someone who is banking on it.  ---  Guest: David Beaubaire, Founder & CEO, Sunset Lane Media  Host: David Rind  Producer: Paola Ortiz  Showrunner: Felicia Patinkin  Editorial Support: Liam Reilly Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices