Popular Political Podcast Takes Live Show on the Road
The Rest Is Politics: US, one of the fastest-growing political podcasts worldwide, has announced its debut North American live tour for October 2026. The eight-show tour comes at a critical juncture for American politics, coinciding with the midterm elections and the country’s 250th anniversary celebration.
Hosted by Anthony Scaramucci, former White House Director of Communications, and Katty Kay, BBC US Special Correspondent and NBC News regular, the show has built a massive following with over 8 million monthly streams. The podcast consistently ranks among top political shows in the UK, Ireland, Australia, South Africa, and New Zealand.
Strategic Timing for Political Commentary
The tour runs from October 2-12, strategically positioned during the final stretch before the midterm elections. As shown in the promotional materials from production company Goalhanger, the hosts plan to deliver real-time political analysis tailored to each city’s unique political landscape.
“Politics is moving at extraordinary speed, and the midterms will be a major test of where the country is heading next,” said Katty Kay. “What makes this tour so exciting is the chance to take the conversation beyond Washington and hear directly from audiences across North America.”
Scaramucci emphasized the show’s bipartisan approach: “Katty and I don’t always agree, which is why the show works, but we can kick things around, have a laugh, and show that politics doesn’t have to be a screaming match to be entertaining.”
Tour Dates and Format
The complete tour schedule includes:
- October 2: Atlanta, GA – Centre Stage
- October 4: Toronto, Canada – Queen Elizabeth Theatre
- October 5: Boston, MA – The Wilbur
- October 7 & 8: New York City, NY – Gramercy Theatre
- October 9: Washington, DC – Capital Turnaround
- October 11: Minneapolis, MN – The Uptown
- October 12: Chicago, IL – Park West
Each show will feature two segments: the hosts analyzing current political developments, followed by audience Q&A sessions with live polling. This format has proven successful in their previous UK appearances, including a sold-out arena show at The O2 in London.
Industry Impact and Accessibility
Tom Whiter, General Manager of Politics & Current Affairs at Goalhanger, highlighted the tour’s significance: “There could not be a more pivotal time for American politics than the run-up to this year’s midterms. Katty and Anthony prove that we can disagree agreeably, offering a sophisticated alternative to the fractured and divisive rhetoric online.”
Show members receive priority presale access beginning May 8, with general ticket sales starting May 15. Complete ticketing information is available at therestispoliticsus.com.
Before the North American dates, the duo will perform at London’s Southbank Centre on September 6 for a special event titled “Trump on a Knife Edge.”
Source: Podwires Newsletter
