David Axelrod, the founder and director of the University of Chicago Institute of Politics, brings you "The Axe Files," a series of revealing interviews with key figures in the political world.

Go beyond the soundbites and get to know some of the most interesting players in politics.

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For questions or comments about the podcast, please contact Matthew Jaffe, the IOP's communications director, at mjaffe@uchicago.edu.