Saagar can’t effectively debate Krystal when discussing Kilmar Abrego Garcia, especially when she characterizes him as law abiding and gainfully employed. It is a matter of public record that KAB was stopped for transporting illegal aliens, in violation of 1324, a felony. Saagar inexplicably fails to recall this fact, which he should not only introduce into the conversation when discuss discussing this matter with Krystal, he should also underscore that KAB was never arrested for this offense simply because during the last administration violations of 1324 were not being prosecuted as a practice. If KAB were stopped today as the driver of a vehicle full of illegal aliens, he would definitely be arrested and prosecuted. And convicted. Saagar, please show up to any future debates with this information at the ready. No more wilting next to Krystal. Please.

There is a need for intelligent dialogue across political divides. This ain’t it. They both hate Trump for different but often intersecting reasons. Boring. Unfollowing.

I genuinely enjoy this show. All the hosts bring unique perspectives and don’t attack each other over their differences. You get real news, not the propaganda nonsense you see in mainstream media. At first I was a bit apprehensive about Saagar, but now he’s one of my favorites. Fair, honest, and up-to-date reporting.

Saager, Colbert might have just a smidge more talent than you. Don’t you think? So don’t talk the bull. Just a dose of reality my brother.

Obviously biased podcast that pretends to be centrist by holding the sides to a different standard. As dishonest as the ones who lie directly. What a joke.

Its getting annoying that Krystal keeps pushing that other democrats need to support the democrat NYC candidate. Seems like an example of preference falsification. They do not need to support him if they don’t want to. She is probably the most annoying person i have to on any poscast. She is not intelligent just more whiny. This is the typical MO of democrats. Also while they say this podcast is a balance of right and left, it is definitely skewed to the left. Saagar is intelligent but can be toon opinionated. Emily is legit and Ryan just comes off respectful. I may nir agree with him but he present the facts. Krystal is the worst. She needs to think her style over.

I really like the commentary and hosts on this show but I had to unsubscribe because of an incredibly annoying ad - IHEART PRESENTS, NBA PLAYOFFS!!! Why is this dude yelling at me about basketball? When did basketball become a blood sport? Who responds well to these kind of ads? Pipe it down ese, I’m trying to enjoy people talking at a reasonable decibel level about genocide and partisan politics, not hear a psychopath hooting an hollering about the apparently extreme sport of basketball. I wasn’t going to watch the NBA before, but now I’m going to actively discourage everyone else from doing so.

I’ve been a longtime listener of Breaking Points and have watched the podcast go through some real growing pains. At times, I found Krystal’s habit of interrupting or talking over guests frustrating enough that I stopped listening for a while. That said, after taking a break and coming back, I have to give her credit—Krystal has clearly evolved. It seems like she’s taken in the criticism and made real adjustments. She’s also become a fearless interviewer who doesn’t shy away from tough or uncomfortable questions. (The Slotkin interview was especially powerful.) I always enjoy listening to Saagar and Ryan—both come across as well-informed and consistently prepared. Emily is still finding her footing; she tends to tread lightly around controversial topics and often echoes takes we’ve already heard.

Saagar’s opinions are based entirely on his feelings, not facts or information. Wild how we give a pass to racists just because they’re not white. Can he go back on vacation or whatever?

This show used to be good. Ryan Grimm has gone full idiot. It’s a shame.

How media covers the genocide of Gazans is very telling. This station and Democracy Now have covered it truthfully since the beginning. This should be a barometer for any news station and they pass as one of the best in this respect. Keep up the good work.

independent voices in journalism worth listening to. One of the few podcasts I can listen to alternate views of mine and see some merit to their way of thinking.

How old is Saager? He does sound like a 14 year old. Very limited knowledge and thinking and he seems a authoritarian worshiper Saager logic is inhumane and crazy. He talk fast to cover over his a narrow mind and cruel person, and his ideas are almost fascistic . Krystal is great and very logical and a good human being. Israeli journalist This Israeli journalist thinks people are stupid or he is stupid. Does he not know of divid and conquer. They like Lebanon situation so they can divid and conquer the region. And this guy had the gall to talk about religion when he lives in a religious ethnostate with his government is talking about building the temple to bring their messiah. What an idiot or a propagandist. Saager; you talk too much and always interrupting the other hosts. I think you like your voice

Great pod . I love the guests and different perspectives. Not gonna lie, though, Krystal, Kyle, and friends every day, breaking points once a week would be a way better look!!

No coverage of recent shooting in NYC as of 8/30/25. They’ll spend hours on Luigi, but not even mention this. I’m starting to understand why these people all sound so nervous. These people are the problem. They sound like the embodiment of stimulants, stimulants that are destroying our planet. You wonder why everyone is insane because they are all addicted to numerous drugs. Hypocrites. Eliminate them all yourself if you want your planet back.

This podcast meets my daily fix.

You might as well listen to msnbc, although I don’t think they talk about as munch as these two! It may get them hits, but it’s not independent or does it have anything to do with what affects our daily life.

The interview with Senator Slotkin is an example of what journalism was back in the days of Mike Wallace and the like. Prepared, and unafraid to put a mirror to their faces and asking the tough questions. Well done! Thank you for keeping these two-faced politicians and others feet to the fire. Now do Klobuchar.

Started listening after the 2024 election at the recommendation of a friend. Both of us are liberal leaning, but don’t like that Americans have to pick sides or be ‘all in’ for one party. So I appreciate the news coverage from the Breaking Points team. I have a preference for Krystal and Saagar (their rapport comes through when discussing the many events and viewpoints) and would love to hear from them daily, but Ryan and Emily have grown on me and I have found their voices/views/news breakdowns to be calm and balanced. I would love to hear deeper dives and contextualizing of the issues. Overall, very grateful they’re doing what they do. Thank you.

I love Krystal!!!!!!!! Saagars view on immigration was a tough one to listen to. Comparing immigration offenses to drunk drivers…. Drunk drivers get due process. Overall love the show

What was once a space for nuanced, thoughtful analysis has devolved into knee-jerk cynicism and condescension that’s exhausting to hear. When the idea that “a small group of wealthy elites is to blame for every problem” becomes accepted across the political spectrum, no longer seen as speculation but as unquestioned truth, we’re on dangerous ground. History is full of nations that spiraled into catastrophe by reducing complex societal and economic problems to simplistic scapegoating of elites. It leads, at best, to horrible policies and, at worst, to societal collapse. This erosion of public thinking doesn’t happen overnight. It happens when enough voices keep repeating the same half-truths and distortions without challenge, until reckless speculation is mistaken for fact. Regrettably, Breaking Points has become one of those voices.

Saagar thinks I’m not an American citizen as someone who might benefit from DEI but he was born in India. Interesting because I was actually born in this country.

I can’t deal with Sagaar’s blatant cruelty towards immigrants, it’s pathetic and pathological and nothing to do with politics. Not sure what you all think these times are but I wonder about the political acumen of your crew if you’re good with having him on your show.

Used to really like them both but it has become so one sided it’s difficult to listen to. I really enjoyed Saagar but it’s definitely not the same show. Even Emily and Ryan are more balanced and enjoyable to listen to. I’m out. Best wishes to all!

I like the (mostly) unbiased discussion & rapport between the hosts—tho Saagar can SOMETIMES come across as obnoxious. Highly recommend!

Krystal is awesome but Saagar is just a d**k. I actually like hearing different political points of view but he just constantly dismisses anything he thinks is “progressive” and never really brings anything to the table.

How can you give this convicted ,lying totally insensitive bastard airtime and a voice. I was long time listener but NEVER again. People of Sandy Hook deserve better!

Israel is here is not going away any time soon it will only get stronger 🇮🇱 💪🏼

I like this Podcast but Krystal is constantly being talked over, which I dislike. And when she is talking, Saagar hmmms and ums dismissively. Maybe it was just this particular episode but it was so over the top.

I used to tune in more often because of the good analysis and unpredictable opinions, but Breaking Points has become more and more a 1-issue podcast with long, shrill complaints about Israel. Calm conservative perspectives are drowned out with all of the liberal whining and the number of stories discussed is very low. It’s hard to get through episodes these days.

Krystal is so uneducated on general history and politics that this podcast is a waste of time. Might as well watch the hens from The View

When Krystal Ball said the LA ice riots were, “run of the mill protests “ I realized her opinion is worthless to me. Who wants cars burned, looting, riots, and police attacked in their town? No sane person I would guess. Won’t listen again.

I listen to this show several times a week. Have been for several years. This show is great because of the conflicting viewpoints.

Just a heads up Krystal! The weather is never right, whether they have staff or not!

No balance. All Left opinions.

They are smart & well informed, but the best thing is their honesty - no political hacks here. After listening to several episodes, I still didn’t know which way Krystal or Sagar leaned - Both call out the protectors of the donor class regardless of which side of the aisle! Check-In - Kristal is so in the tank for Fetterman, she has lost her credibility. She literally said it doesn’t matter if the dude has brain damage, it’s all about the way he’d vote. Disgusted with her lack of objectivity. Struggle to listen to what I used to look forward to. 2nd Check-in: I can’t listen anymore. Krystal is a hack - whining constantly about supposed ethnic cleansing & genocide in Gaza. Ever since Ryan joined, Saagar has been checked out & Emily is so weak & deferential to the lefties it’s painful. All good things must end & this show is over for me.

This show used to be my go to for getting the daily news with the opinions of both sides of the political spectrum, but the last few weeks it has become nothing but Krystal’s leftist views being echoed by like minded guests….

I want to use this space to plead for coverage on Virginia Guiffre. She was pictured with and sex-trafficked by Epstein and Maxwell…then A BUS kills her and NO ONE barely mentions it. Virginia deserves more.

I guess that Iran war never started, huh? Saagar wanted us to know he read so many books, and as the smartest man in the room, war was inevitable. Krystal is just as bad as any other CNN leftist, so her takes were expected. I would love to see this show with only ever Ryan and Emily.

I sense a bit of lefty opinion although it is evenly split and humerus or Huberous? lol Keep working it I like ❤️also Krystal has an adorable laugh … Kids should have free lunch regardless of income that way The poor kids wouldn’t feel bad with their food stamp cards believe me, I know I used to have one

I used to love this podcast and it was my primary source of news. I’m annoyed by both CNN and Fox News, so having a single outlet that gives a balance approach was very refreshing. However over the last couple of weeks it is just Krystal and a guest echoing her strongly left leaning spin. I liked to hear Krystal’s opinions and even agreed on some things in the past. When Saagar was there they would give each other‘s opinions, consideration, and often come to agreement or agree to disagree. Now it’s just an echo chamber and I feel like I might as well be listening to a segment on CNN. I’d love to give this another try, but without Saagar, this show has lost what I thought was its dedication to a balanced approach to current events. Only giving two stars because of what it used to be and in hopes they’ll read my and several other reviews over the last few weeks from other loyal listeners who are as disappointed as me

I think Trump is using Bebe and Bebe is using Trump.

This used to be the best all around podcast out there. Is it possible they were getting paid by USAID? It’s now moved left of CNN. Constantly lying and fear monger. Every episode is how Trump just caused a tragedy which never comes true. Most guests are hardcore lefties who don’t care about facts. Ryan seems to be the only one worth listening to anymore. Such a bummer.

The show is more about Israel now by far than it is about U.S. politics. Saagar and Krystal agree with each other 99% of the time. Every once in awhile Saagar tries to say something slightly different than Krystal but she must have started whipping his nuts with a car antenna after the show because he doesn’t do it hardly ever now. Saagar’s pride in his ability to read books is only matched by Krystal’s self-righteousness but both are leagues better at analysis than Emily Jashinsky, who is seemingly unable to utter anything but some variation of the phrase “I just find it really interesting….” after which she proceeds to parrot the same things that Ryan, Krystal or Saagar had just said previously. Krystal and Ryan are legitimate nut jobs with a deep rooted love for Islamic theocratic governments and an utter disdain for the Middle East’s only democracy but at least they are deranged in a way that makes them somewhat entertaining to listen to. Their obsession with Israeli affairs grows stronger by the day, and if you are utterly obsessed with Israeli politics you will LOVE this show.

What happened? Show is now more unhinged lefty madness than MSNBC. They turned Saagar and Emily to the dark side.

This used to be unbiased and I enjoyed it. Now Saagar just lays down to squeaky Krystal Ball. Absolutely terrible!

Once a nuanced podcast about current events. These days, more of a couple of hysterical lefties clitching their marxist pearls about everything. Also starngely obsessed with Israel. Bye, won’t be back.

I left my review before reviewing the most recent reviews. Having read them, It’s clear that K needs a Valium and S needs to better represent. You’re probably hemorrhaging listeners. And the listeners you’re gaining are those seeking an echo chamber, which is what I don’t think either of you want. I’ll check in every few months but with little hope of change but for now I’m out. Original review: I wish Saagar would be more of a shill, which is an ugly thing to say, but that’s how I feel like this show regains the value it once had. Both hosts staunchly supporting their side so that I can really understand where I align. I consider myself fairly moderate and this show was a big reason why. Agreeing with each other too much makes this show like any other… In fact, scratch that, it makes it worse because Krystal is so zealous that I feel like I’m listening to her husband’s show. Also, any host that isn’t Saagar and Krystal has no business being on an episode.

Not an unbiased podcast by any stretch of the imagination. The hosts perspectives are Far Left and Left of right.

The past 6 months has seen the show transform into Krystal and Ryan exclusively promoting Palestinian struggles which obviously concern them more than domestic issues. The two of them outwardly have lost the plot for their pet project of daily outrage at the Palestine conflict. There used to be discussions of domestic affordability, housing, healthcare, accumulation of wealth, corporate monopolies, etc, (no matter how poorly reasoned)—doesn’t seem to be on their radar anymore. Saagar and Emily show up for occasional pushback against Krystal’s emotional disorder du jour, but they’re limited and often just amount to conceding to Krystal’s appeals by way of emotional highroading. The whole thing is really stale at this point. The only thing I applaud is they had the intuition to get that moron, Kyle, off the podcast before he outwardly comes out in support of Xi Jinping, Stalin, and bin Laden.