How Learning to Surf Can Teach Us About Politics with David Litt

An Honorable Profession · Aug 7, 2025 · 28m

In this week's episode, co-host Ryan Coonerty talks to David Litt, a former Obama speech writer and author of the recently published book, It's Only Drowning: A True Story of Learning to Surf and the Search for Common Ground. Their conversation touches on what surfing can teach us about our nation's political and cultural divides, why Democrats should be funny, and how to use humor and authenticity to connect with audiences. David, who joined the White House when he was 24, discusses the difference between common ground and neutral ground and the lessons he's learned from his brother-in-law…