David Litt

Former Obama speechwriter and author

New York City, USA

About David

David Litt is a writer and former speechwriter for the Obama administration. He has written for several publications, including The New Yorker and The New York Times. Litt's memoir, It's Only Drowning, was published in 2022.

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Arroe Collins Like It's Live

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The Axe Files with David Axelrod

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The James Altucher Show

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Dead Pilots Society

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David Litt's new memoir is about finding common ground through surfing

NPR's Book of the Day•Jul 9, 2025•9:23•guest

It's Only Drowning From David Litt A True Story Of Learning To Surf And Search For Common Ground

Arroe Collins Like It's Live•Jun 26, 2025•19:15•host

David Litt

About David

Associated Podcasts

Arroe Collins Like It's Live

The Axe Files with David Axelrod

The James Altucher Show

Dead Pilots Society

Connect

Recent Appearances

David Litt's new memoir is about finding common ground through surfing

It's Only Drowning From David Litt A True Story Of Learning To Surf And Search For Common Ground

NPR's Book of the Day

Key Topics

Episode 119: David Litt (White House Speechwriter) Interview (Young Professionals)

Episode 118: Young Professionals written by David Litt (Funny Or Die)

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Ep. 179 - David Litt