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That's All, Yolks

Mitch McConnell isn’t letting the pandemic get in the way of packing the courts with as many right-wing judges as possible, no matter how unqualified. Children all over the world are being hospitalized with a mysterious syndrome that may be associated with Covid-19. Chris Christie joins the rest of the right-wing in arguing that states must re-open as fast as possible, claiming that “there are going to be deaths no matter what.” A man at a San Diego supermarket wore a Klan hood instead of a mask while he was shopping. Trump doesn’t want Fauci to testify in front of the house because it’s “a set up.” Trump loses it after George Conway drops an ad criticizing his response to the pandemic. Co-host: Jayar Jackson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 5, 20201h 5m

Lincoln Was Literally Shot, You Moron

Trump keeps changing the U.S. death toll estimate, now warning that it could reach 100,000 people, while just last week he had spoken of 60,000 deaths. Meanwhile, he continues to tout his response to the pandemic and keeps pressing for states to re-open. Trump complains about the media’s “treatment” of him, saying it’s worse than President Lincoln. Trump has been accused of sexual assault and harassment by over 25 women and his response to every single one of those claims has been absolutely abhorrent. Despite tightened guidelines, YouTube is still full of Covid-19 misinformation. AZ-6 candidate Anita Malik LIVE on how her DCCC-backed opponent is putting Arizonan lives at risk and the way her campaign has appropriately adapted to pandemic-conditions. Co-host: Francesca Fiorentini Guest: Anita Malik Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 4, 20201h 1m

May Day, May Day

Workers at Target, Amazon, Instacart and more organize a historic May Day strike to demand better health and safety conditions, as well as hazard pay. Joe Biden finally addresses the Tara Reade allegations on Morning Joe. Trump seemingly defends Biden, saying Tara Reade’s allegations “could be false.” Trump’s base could finally be turning on him. It’s time to take out the trash as John, Brett and you (yes, you!) pick the Garbage People of the Week! Justice Democrats Exec. Director Alexandra Rojas LIVE on how the progressive left should organize for November and whether the establishment's hold over mainstream media may finally be breaking. Co-host: Brett Erlich Guest: Alexandra Rojas Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

May 2, 20201h 14m

Elder Abuse

Trump thinks that Covid-19 is just going to “leave,” despite a vaccine not having been developed yet. A new analysis reveals that at least 49 members of Congress have been cashing in on the pandemic, strategically trading $158 million worth of stock transactions. The GOP is using the pandemic as an excuse to curtail abortion rights in at least 13 states. Ben Shapiro is caught being a giant hypocrite, yet again. Chris Hayes comes under fire for merely addressing the Tara Reade allegations against Joe Biden. Ken Klippenstein LIVE on how Trump's foreign policy decisions are putting our troops at risk of contracting Covid-19. Co-host: Erin Ryan Guest: Ken Klippenstein Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 30, 202053 min

Sick Pence None The Richer

Tucker Carlson might not be the worst by Fox News standards, but he still deserves to be the worst by ours. Trump wants to keep meat packing plants open no matter the consequences. The GOP is trying to make it even more difficult for people to claim unemployment benefits. Mike Pence, leader of the WH Covid-19 Task Force, refuses to wear a mask while visiting coronavirus patients. The NRA wants you to spend your stimulus money on weaponry --not rent or food. Dr. Sweta Chakraborty on what phase II of the pandemic response should look like and how risk perceptions have driven harmful policies on Covid-19. Co-host: Jayar Jackson Guest: Dr. Sweta Chakraborty Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 20201h 6m

Diamonds Aren't Forever

House Reps, unable to figure out a way to work from home, will neither be returning to DC this week nor be passing any new bills as they had previously promised. Despite right-wing attempts to undermine the Covid-19 death count, studies show it's likely much higher than what's currently being reported. A lockdown protest leader contracts the virus but nevertheless regrets nothing. Tomi Lahren and other right-wing grifters' hypocrisy and racism is exposed, yet again. Diamond and Silk are fired after taking their conspiracy theories one step too far (and that's by Fox News standards.) MoveOn.org publishes a damning ad unmasking all of Trump's coronavirus lies. Dave Catanese LIVE on how the uncertainty caused by the pandemic is putting presidential campaign strategies in complete disarray. Co-host: Jordan Uhl Guest: Dave Catanese Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 29, 202058 min

Angrily Eating A Hamburger

Trump cancels all foreseeable press conferences, angry about the backlash he received last week over peddling fake Covid-19 cures. Trump's "work ethic" during the pandemic is questioned as aides allege he spends most of his day "rage watching" the news. New York City activists and tenants are organizing the largest rent strike in nearly 100 years. More evidence of Tara Reade's allegations against Joe Biden are brought to light. Sen. Tom Cotton and Fox News host Maria Bartiromo try to stoke even more racism against the Chinese. Nelufar Hedayat LIVE on the impact of Trump's immigration ban on the refugee crisis and how the pandemic is causing an impending humanitarian catastrophe in refugee camps around the world. Co-host: Francesca Fiorentini Guest: Nelufar Hedayat Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 27, 20201h 11m

To Bleach His Own

Trump's stupidity reaches new heights as he suggests disinfectant injections and UV light treatments to cure coronavirus. After much backlash, Trump backpedals by saying he was being sarcastic --despite having received a letter this week from a conspiracy theorist claiming that drinking bleach is a "miracle cure" for all diseases. Even Dr Birx couldn't hide her absolute shock when Trump dropped the bleach bomb during yesterday's press conference. Food safety regulations are being relaxed even more, despite one of the largest pork plants in the country being shut down last week after 600+ of its workers tested positive. Brett, John and you (yes, you!) explain who they picked for Garbage Person of the Week and why. The Squad's response to the latest pandemic bill is what true leadership looks like. Adam Eichen LIVE on how the media can save our democracy and elections during this pandemic. Co-host: Brett Erlich Guest: Adam Eichen Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 25, 20201h 14m

What Happens In Vegas...

Las Vegas Mayor Carolyn Goodman is grilled on CNN after suggesting the city's hotels, casinos, restaurants and stores should re-open. Trump sought to "liberate Georgia" from the lockdown but then throws GA Gov. Kemp under the bus for doing exactly that. Voters and poll workers who participated in the Wisconsin election 2 weeks ago test positive for coronavirus. Trump's attempts to squash the USPS threaten democracy itself. Prediction models for how the pandemic is likely to affect Americans aren't taking into account the disproportionate amount of those incarcerated. Ramesh Srinivasan LIVE on progressive coalition building and keeping progressive momentum alive. Co-host: Michael Shure Guest: Ramesh Srinivasan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 23, 20201h 1m

Let's Clear The Air

Multiple studies show that if the US opened up the country the cases and deaths of Coronavirus would nearly double. GOP supporters literally want to sacrifice the weak to get their hair cut. Hydroxychloroquine, which Fox News continues to promote daily, has been proven to in fact kill you. Emma Vigeland LIVE to help us celebrate Earth Day! Today is the 50th anniversary of a special holiday. The Board of Elections commission in NYC wants to remove Bernie Sanders from the ballot. Jonathan Metzl LIVE on how red states could be suffering more from Coronavirus. Co-host: Emma Vigeland Guest: Jonathan Metzl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 22, 202056 min

Trumpam's Razor

A devastating shooting in Nova Scotia left 18 dead in what could be considered of the deadliest shootings in Candaian history. CBS news reporter Weijia Jiang attempts to hold President Trump accountable at the latest press conference. For some reason Trump believes that he has saved billions of lives, which is roughly the population of planet Earth. Trump sheeple continue to protest against social distancing and the stay at home orders. AOC doesn't rule out a possible run against Senator Chuck Schumer. Nadia Nazar LIVE on how Zero Hour is adapting to the pandemic and continuing their activism. Co-host: Francesca Fiorentini Guest: Nadia Nazar Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 20, 20201h 0m

AOC vs MCC

Trump sheeple in Michigan and other states have taken to the streets to protest the lockdown, you know the one put into effect for their own safety. Ana Kasparian LIVE on how Fox News continues to spread the misinformation on the Coronavirus death toll. Steve Mnuchin believes that Americans can live on 1,200 dollars for four months. Caruso-Cabrera, is going to attempt to challenge Rep. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez in the New York primary. Jayar Jackson LIVE on religious leaders getting their followers sick. Steven Hassan also joins us LIVE to talk cults during the pandemic. Co-host: Ana Kasparian Guest: Steven Hassan Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 16, 202054 min

Royal Fumble

Stimulus checks are set to arrive this week for Americans in need. Jayar Jackson joins us LIVE to discuss how people might not even get to keep that money. Trump admits he misses sports and somehow has time to watch old Baseball games. Apparently, the WWE is an essential business? Religious leaders who told their followers they would be fine to go out, inevitably got sick. CNN personality Chris Cuomo clearly needs to take a break. A Harvard study says we should practice social distancing until 2022. Tim Schwab LIVE on his article for The Nation on the Gates Foundation. Co-host: Jayar Jackson Guest: Tim Schwab Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 15, 20201h 4m

Comic Sans

News broke this morning of former president Barack Obama endorsing Joe Biden. Jordan Uhl LIVE on yesterday's chaotic Trump press conference. President Trump attempted to defend his response to the pandemic, even though he was golfing and holding rallies throughout the month of February. Trump also makes the claim he has authority over all the states, which is dangerous and terrifying. Meanwhile Susan Collins approval rating is a flaming pile of garbage. David Becker LIVE on his op-ed on mail-in ballots and the 2020 election. Co-host: Jordan Uhl Guest: David Becker Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 14, 20201h 4m

Trump Goes Postal

Trump proves he knows nothing about science after repeatedly calling the Coronavirus a bacteria. He also shows us once more how little he cares for the human race after saying we need to let Coronavirus just “wash over” America. NY Times put Trump on blast for knowing the possibility of a pandemic as early as January. Dr. Fauci is in danger of getting the boot from Trump for giving accurate information on CNN. Donald Trump has a grudge against the Post Office. Co-host: Francesca Fiorentini Guest: Mike Broihier Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 13, 20201h 16m

Animal Crossing

Trump continues to waste America's time and spread misinformation at his daily press conferences. Former MAGA supporters have taken off their rose tinted glasses and are saying enough is enough with Trump's dishonesty. USDA is in hot water for not adequately inspecting animal carcusses at slaughter plants. Brett Erlich LIVE for his best ways to pass time during the lockdown. It's time to take out the trash this week, that's right it’s Garbage People. Co-host: Brett Erlich Guest: Isobel Yeung Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 10, 20201h 11m

It's A Doocy

Fox News, Trump and more right-wing cronies keep up their conspiracy theories about the covid-19 death count, with only Steve Doocy there to remind them that 60,000 deaths is not something we ought to callously dismiss. Paul Braun's campaign ad features racism and an automatic weapons giveaway. The largest pharmaceutical company to provide insulin has dropped its prices considerably given the severity of the pandemic. Michael Shure and John discuss the new state of the 2020 election now that Bernie has dropped out. Katrina vanden Heuvel LIVE on why the current crisis strengthens the case for a more robust social safety net and how Biden's take on the pandemic might doom us all. Co-host: Michael Shure Guest: Katrina vanden Heuvel Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 10, 20201h 4m

Thank You, Bernie

Heartbreaking news today as Bernie Sanders ends his campaign. He reminds us that it's more than a campaign, it's a movement. President Trump, who voted by mail, believes that voting by mail is corrupt and evil. Fox News and tin foil hat wearers believe the death number from Coronavirus is being inflated. Emma Vigeland joins us LIVE to help report the damage. Co-host: Emma Vigeland Guest: Emily Birnbaum Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 8, 202059 min

Dr. Evil

Republicans are fine with risking the lives of Democrats in order to keep power in their favor... aka Wisconsin is still having an election. Long voting lines put the entire state at risk to increase their Coronavirus infection numbers. Trump's sinister intentions are exposed, and as we all assumed he in fact has shares in Hydroxychloroquine. Frequent television Trump fanatic Kayleigh McEnany will become Trump's new press secretary. Kelly Loeffler is a criminal. A racist Louisville-area doctor attempts to strangle and kill a young woman for not social distancing. Co-host: Jayar Jackson Guest: Jonathan Herzog Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 8, 20201h 11m

Black Swan

Breaking news Wisconsin has delayed its primary election. The US Army took an assessment in February that predicted hundreds of thousands of Americans could die from Coronavirus in a worst-case scenario. Surgeon General vice-admiral Jerome Adams states that the next two weeks will be comparative to 9/11 on a national scale. Trump continues to promote the use of Hydroxychloroquine, even though it has NOT been tested and has killed people. Deb Snell, AFT President, SLAMS Trump and calls him out for being a snake oil salesman. Boomers can't stay out of Church and just simply trust medical professionals. Throwback to when Hillary Clinton explained why primaries don't need to end soon...if it's an election involving her. David Swanson LIVE on his new book "20 Dictators." Co-host: Francesca Fiorentini Guest: David Swanson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 7, 20201h 15m

Pillow Talk

Capt. Brett Crozier a Navy commander was relieved of his command after making the safety call to quarantine his crew. Fox News bites off more than they can chew when Dr. Desai makes it clear that the US is far behind other countries when it comes to COVID-19 testing. Dr. Nicole Saphier also puts Fox and Friends on blast after they try to defend governors for not ordering for a quarentine. Finally a batch of some really good news, including cute pups and the innovative ways that nursing homes are still having fun. To top it off John and Brett share their garbage folks of the week. Jess Scarane LIVE to update us on how her campaign for Delaware senate is going and why she wants to unseat Chris Coons, especially related to how he's been responding to the pandemic. Co-host: Brett Erlich Guest: Jess Scarane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 3, 20201h 6m

The View vs. Bernie

The number of people who have filed for unemployment has nearly doubled in the past week. Ryan Grim LIVE on his recent article on Joe Bidens sexual assault allegations. A look at the stark difference in how Bernie and Biden’s campaigns are handling the pandemic. Wisconsin is still on track to hold their primary next week. Ben Dixon LIVE on Biden’s sad excuse of a campaign. On The View yesterday Whoopi Goldberg gave Bernie Sanders a trick question. Co-hosts: Ryan Grim & Ben Dixon Guest: Ken Klippenstein Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 2, 202056 min

One Flu Over The Cuckoo's Nest

Trump finally acknowledges that the US is suffering from the Coronavirus. Of course, mainstream media gives him too much of. pat on the back for not being incompetent for the first time in three years. Trump can't keep track of his lies at this point. Senators are trading stocks and using their political power for financial gain. Amazon fires a worker for speaking out about poor work conditions in the pandemic. The View is just as slimy as other corporate media outlets and throws shade at Bernie Sanders. Dr. Robbie Goldstein LIVE on his race to Congress. Co-host: Jayar Jackson Guest: Dr. Robbie Goldstein Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Apr 2, 20201h 2m

Seoulman

Trump proves he knows absolutely nothing about South Korea. Internet clowns, Diamond and Silk, believe that the number of people that have tragically died from Coronavirus was forged to make Donald Trump look bad. A group of women in an ICE detainment center believe they have been exposed to Coronavirus. Bernie once again shows he has the path to beat Joe Biden. News broke today that CNN’s Cuomo has tested positive for COVID19. Congressman Ro Khanna LIVE on DC’s response to the pandemic. Co-host: Jordan Uhl Guest: Ro Khanna Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 31, 20201h 1m

The Tongue & The Restless

Trump thinks New York is being greedy for asking for the necessary medical machines needed to save lives. Fox News cronie Geraldo Rivera tells viewers that New York needs to shut up and rally around the president. Two poll workers who were forced to work the previous election have tested positive for the virus. AOC put the House Floor on blast. It’s time to take out the trash and John and Brett have the stinkiest folks to throw out today. Co-host: Brett Erlich Guest: David Cay Johnston Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 27, 20201h 5m

Liquified Greed

Bernie Sanders proves he can get anything done after demanding stronger conditions on corporate welfare funds. The stock market opened back up today and nearly 3.3 million people filed for unemployment last week. Fox and Friends expose their privilege without even realizing. Economists and Trump call to end the lockdown to save the economy. Michael Shure LIVE on if Trump's daily press conferences are helpful or a breeding ground for misinformation. We break down two ads that SLAM Trump for not taking the Coronavirus seriously from the beginning. Aaron Glantz LIVE on the COVID-19 bailout and relief for workers impacted. Co-host: Michael Shure Guest: Aaron Glantz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 26, 20201h 6m

Money Moves

Legislation was passed to get a small amount of money to Americans' hands who are in need from the Coronavirus. Yet who knows when people will see the money and what the real cost of the legislation is. Trump tells folks not to worry because Coronavirus will SIMPLY go away just in time for Easter. Trump's approval rating is like riding a terrible roller coaster where at the end you die. Joe Biden continues to flop on live television. Finally Cardi B might be our only hope at this point. Co-host: Emma Vigeland Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 26, 202059 min

#NotDying4WallStreet

Who cares if people die? As long as the wealthy can continue to make cash money! Tucker Carlson thinks that epidemiologists are way too focused on saving lives. AOC plans on introducing a bill to stop members of Congress from trading stock. John and Jayar discuss the top ten Coronavirus myths that show some folks are really that gullible. Rikers Island jail system shows how poorly America treats those incarcerated. It’s time to take out the trash this week as John shares his garbage person of the week. Co-host: Jayar Jackson Guest: Nabilah Islam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 25, 20201h 22m

Asleep At The Wheel

Trump and his cronies are beginning to lose patience with the doctor's orders to flatten the curve. Fox News is back to its same old with valuing money over the human race. Joe Biden comes out of hiding only to have the worst live stream to ever grace the internet. Dr. Trump wants us to take untested medicine and doctors to re-use medical masks. Mitt Romney is self-quarantining and Trump thinks that's funny for some reason. Trump believes we should be patting him on the back for not taking bailout money. He then later falls asleep during a Coronavirus meeting. We're also reminded that we must stay inside to protect Danny Devito at all costs. Cohost: Francesca Fiorentini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 24, 202059 min

Lock, Stock & Smoking Gun

Senator Burr showed he cares more about his money than the US population after pulling A LOT of money from stocks back in February. Which raises the question of should those in Congress be allowed to own stocks? Brett Elrich LIVE on Trump and his cronies being stingy with medical supplies needed to save lives. The state of California has called for residents to stay inside except for essential travel. John and Brett shed light on some of the good news happening around the world. Finally, its time to take out the trash with John and Brett's garbage people of the week! Co-host: Brett Elrich Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 21, 20201h 0m

Gabbard Says Goodbye

Bernie snaps back at a reporter who, amid a literal national crisis, won't stop asking him whether he's going to drop out of the Dem primary. An adorable Tik Tok surfaces of Bernie playing around with his grandson. Florida's ridiculously slow response to the coronavirus is putting its disproportionately elderly population in danger. Fox News is starting to regret having called the coronavirus a hoax in the past month but has already found new scapegoats to blame it on. Tulsi Gabbard ends her presidential bid and endorses Joe Biden. It's time to take out the trash and boy are there a lot of Garbage People to choose from today. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 20, 20201h 10m

Inside Job

Updates on how The Damage Report will keep reporting the damage amid the global pandemic. Progressive Marie Newman defeats Dan Lipinski in the IL-3 primary, delivering a stunning upset to the anti-abortion incumbent. John gives his overall reactions to last night's primary results, analyzing how the progressive movement should move forward after Bernie's disappointing losses. Exit polls from last night's primaries show that despite Biden's wins, the public does align with the key progressive policies at the center of Bernie's platform. General COVID-19 updates, reviewing which laws the federal government has passed, which are still being worked on and how these will affect our everyday lives. Xenophobia emanates from the White House's response to the coronavirus, ranging from Trump himself to Kellyanne Conway and more. Trump dubs himself the "Wartime President" as we grapple with the fallout from the pandemic rapidly sweeping the nation. Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 19, 202055 min

Animal Crossing

Trump just can't hold back being a racist during the deadly COVID-19 outbreak. Jordan Uhl LIVE on Trump being called out for disbanding the Pandemic office back in 2018. Along with a look at how the virus is affecting the primary election. Ring-wing SHEEPLE Tucker Carlson believes that Romneys UBI idea is a scheme. Adrienne Bell LIVE on her big primary win and how she is advancing into the general election. Meanwhile, in Gabon tourists are forbidden from seeing the great apes, and COVID-19 might be bettering the Pangolin population. Guests: Jordan Uhl & Adrienne Bell Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 17, 202046 min

All By Myself

Latest on the ongoing global pandemic that is the COVID-19 virus. Terron Sims LIVE on if DC will finally be granted statehood. Right-wing news cronies continue to put their followers in danger by misinformation despite a global pandemic. Jess Scarane LIVE on her Delaware senate race. After last night's debate, Bidens advisor likens Bernie to a protestor on stage. Tik Tok catches heat for suppressing "ugly", poor, and disabled users. Trump tries to poach German scientists for a cure to the virus. Guests: Terron Sims & Jess Scarane Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 16, 202050 min

Cov-Idiocracy

COVID-19 has prompted numerous organizations to postpone or cancel for the next few weeks. Brazilian Communication Secretary Fábio Wajngarten might have helped spread the virus to Trump and Pence. Ahmad Ibsais LIVE on standing up for Palestinian rights through his organization We Exist Too. John and Brett discuss their top ten ways that Trump could annihilate Biden in the upcoming election. It's time to take out the trash with John and Bretts Garbage People of the Week! Guest: Ahmad Ibsais Co-host: Brett Elrich Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 13, 202044 min

Dead Wrong

Trump's irresponsibility is for sure gonna get us all killed. The United States is completely unprepared for COVID-19 and it shows. Adam Eichen LIVE on Massacussas looking to lower the local elections voting age plus Biden's terrible voting track. Fox News cronie Hannity and internet loon Rush Limbaugh think that we should just lay down and die from COVID-19. Shahid Buttar LIVE on his campaign to unseat Speaker of the House Nancy Pelosi. Tragic news of Chelsea Manning attempts to take her own life and is making a recovery. Guest: Adam Eichen & Shahid Buttar Co-host: Jayar Jackson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 12, 202045 min

What's Next?

Trump and his cronies continue to spread misinformation surrounding COVID-19. Michael Muscato LIVE on his campaign to win the race for AZ-8 and unseat GOP incumbent Debbie Lesko. Jordan Uhl LIVE on Bernie Sanders' press conference, what comes next in the primary and Andrew Yang's confusing on-air endorsement of Joe Biden. Hassan El-Tayyab LIVE on the House voting on the Iran War Powers Act later today. Trump continues to tyrannize loyalist Jeff Sessions by endorsing his opponent Tommy Tuberville in the race for Alabama Senate. Bloomberg, shockingly, lied about paying his campaign team until November. Guest: Michael Muscato, Jordan Uhl & Hassan El-Tayyab Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 11, 202044 min

Trump Exposes Himself

The GOP plus Fox and Friends crew has been spreading racist misinformation about the Coronavirus. Meanwhile, Trump's PR lies about his likely exposure to the virus. During a Fox News Townhall, Bernie Sanders refuses to attack Joe Biden's mental faculties on-air like other former candidates. Joe Biden's potential cabinet would be a progressive nightmare. Kamala makes it known that she will be endorsing Joe Biden. Biden makes it apparent he would veto anything that even resembled M4A. Nilanjana Bhowmick LIVE on why female suicide rates being concerningly high in India. Guest: Emma Vigeland & Nilanjana Bhowmick Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 10, 202046 min

Take A Seat, Joe

Joe Biden is tuckered out and needs to take a seat during the upcoming debate in Arizona. Bill Maher is STILL the worst, sticking up for Chris Matthews for being ousted due to sexual harassment allegations and more. The GOP is totally bungling the national response to the coronavirus, featuring gaffes made by Ben Carson, Mike Pence, Trump himself and more. Sarah Chayes LIVE on how Trump is bringing kleptocracy to America and her book Thieves of State. Ken Klippenstein LIVE on former Bloomberg staffers admitting the whole campaign was a grift and why they all knew it was doomed from the start. Everyone's favorite comedian Pete Buttigieg will be stepping in for Jimmy Kimmel to host his late-night show. Zinger! Guest: Sarah Chayes & Ken Klippenstein Cohosts: Brett Erlich & Francesca Fiorentini Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 9, 202045 min

Attack of the Clowns

Trump is telling lies again, this time about protecting "entitlements" during a possible second term. Bloomberg and Trump duke it out on Twitter in the most CRINGEWORTHY exchange of Star Wars memes. Julian NoiseCat LIVE on writing the Green New Deal and its' future under whoever the next President may be. CNBC's Rick Santelli freaks out and claims everyone should get the Coronavirus. Bloomberg has too much money and MSNBC hosts need to invest in a company calculator. Brett and John choose their Garbage People of the Week. Guest: Julian NoiseCat Cohost: Brett Erlich Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 6, 202045 min

Warren Peaces Out

Trump's rhetoric on the coronavirus is dangerous, irresponsible and endangering his own base. Tommy Vietor LIVE on Elizabeth Warren dropping out of the race, AOC advising Bernie to focus on broadening his base, Trump and the GOP prepping their anti-Biden campaign and whether Biden will be able to keep it together. Ryan Grim LIVE on the 3 things that DOOMED Warren's candidacy and who Warren's base will support now. Meanwhile in... the Amazon, the forest is losing its ablity to absorb carbon and might in fact turn into a source of CO2 rather than an extractor of it. Meanwhile in...the Congo, for the first time since July 2018 there are no more known cases of Ebola. Guests: Tommy Vietor & Ryan Grim Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 5, 202046 min

Down Goes Bloomberg

Mike Bloomberg drops out of the Democratic Primary and endorses Biden, having spent a total of $500 million+ on his campaign in just 100 days. Warren's big flop on Super Tuesday begs the question: when will she drop out and who will she endorse once she does? Benjamin Dixon LIVE on the state of the Dem primary now that Biden has solidified his position as the clear centrist frontrunner and how Bernie should strategize from here on out. Voter suppression alive and well in Texas on Super Tuesday as hundreds of polling stations were shut down and thousands of POC were forced to queue for hours. Jeff Sessions heads to a runoff in the Alabama Senate race and Trump attacked him immediately. Guest: Benjamin Dixon Co-host: Jayar Jackson Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 4, 202046 min

Centrists Unite!

Coronavirus updates. Mike Pence defends Don Jr's statement that Dems and the media want "millions to die" from COVID-19. Michael McAuliffe LIVE on his book, "No Truth Left To Tell," which examines the resurgence of the KKK in the 1990s. Breaking news: both Pete Buttigieg and Amy Klobuchar have DROPPED OUT! Buttigieg takes a few final punches against Bernie as he ends his presidential bid. U.S. Senate candidate Diana Bray LIVE on how progressive policies could help Colorado and why climate activism should be the utmost priority. Nomiki Konst LIVE on her new podcast, The Nomiki Show. Guests: Michael McAuliffe, Diana Bray & Nomiki Konst Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Mar 2, 202046 min

Sum Of All Beers

Trump's dangerous Coronavirus response CONFIRMED by HHS whistleblower who was then punished for raising security concerns. Corona, the beer company, is launching a new seltzer, but it's likely to flop because of how similar the name is to the virus. IN-6 candidate Jeannine Lee Lake on why she's challenging Mike Pence's brother, Greg Pence, and how progressive priorities will help the district. AOC exposes Brian Kemp's gleeful efforts to suppress voting rights. TX-31 candidate Donna Imam on how the campaign is doing leading up to Super Tuesday and why she believes now is the time to put a progressive in charge of the district. It's time to take out the trash with John as he selects his #3 Garbage People of The Week. Guests: Jeannine Lee Lake & Donna Imam Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 28, 202045 min

Just Say Rhi-No

Trump Admin's incompentency when it comes to the coronavirus is putting the country at risk. Trump's HHS Sec. explains that the affordability of the coronavirus vaccine isn't important because "profits." Trump puts Mike Pence in charge of coronavirus response, which is great because Pence thought smoking was safe as late as 2001. Rudy Reyes LIVE on his VP run under the Legal Marijuana Now Party and how surviving the 2003 San Diego fires made him turn to medical marijuana and politics. Bill de Blasio debunks Hannity's myths about Bernie and the wealth tax. CA-28 candidate Maebe A. Girl on why she's challenging Adam Schiff and how an actual progressive could help the district. Meanwhile in...Botswana, rhino poaching surges. Meanwhile in...the UK, children are no longer being taught to headbutt soccer balls. Meanwhile in...Mexico, activists launch a national strike to protest increasing femicides. Guests: Rudy Reyes & Maebe A. Girl Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 28, 202046 min

Bring Your Own Boos

#DemDebate recap: who won, who lost and most importantly, who convinced South Carolinian voters to pick them. The exorbitant attendance fee for the debate MIGHT have had something to do with the crowd's weird reactions last night. Zero Hour founder Jamie Margolin LIVE on what the coalition is working on, her upcoming book, friendship with Greta and more. Bloomberg's PR team is doing a really bad job considering all the money they're making. The Sunrise Movement's Mattias Lehman on mass organizing to address the climate crisis and the group's presidential scorecard. Yet another Christian organization is scamming vulnerable families for fake 'healthcare,' mostly encouraging its members to "just trust God." Co-host: Jayar Jackson Guests: Jamie Margolin & Mattias Lehman Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 26, 202046 min

Bernie's Veepstakes

Ahead of tonight's Dem debate in South Carolina, Bloomberg's advisor reveals their strategy: attack Bernie. A Sanders staffer is fired after his personal tweets attacking Warren and Buttigieg go public. John and Emma go through their top 10 picks for Bernie's VP should he be the Dem nominee. James Ellars LIVE on why he's the best candidate to rep CA-8. About those Bloomberg NDAs...one lawsuit HAS been released and it totally exposes Bloomberg's personal history of sexual harassment and misconduct. Co-host: Emma Vigeland Guest: James Ellars Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 25, 202046 min

Bernie's Full House

Recap of the Nevada caucus, where Bernie triumphed over all other candidates COMBINED. Marianne Williamson endorses Bernie Sanders at a rally in Austin, Texas. Bill Theobald LIVE on how efforts to grow voter turnout can backfire. Chris Matthews is really not handling Bernie's success very well, comparing Sanders' win to France falling to the Nazis. Fox News isn't handling Bernie's win very well either, blaming him for the stock market's plunge instead of fears about the coronavirus. Albert Lee LIVE to update us on his campaign to rep OR-3 and how his socialist platform would best serve his constituency. Bloomberg's STELLAR debate performance in Nevada leads to a substantial decline in his popularity & support nationwide. Co-host: Emma Vigeland Guests: Bill Theobald & Albert Lee Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 24, 202046 min

Trump's Whine Cave

Trump gets mad at the Oscars during a recent rally. Norman Broderick on his personal experience with voter suppression. Meanwhile in crazytown - MAGA HAT WEARING PIGEONS! PA 01 Congressional candidate Skylar Hurwitz. Brett and John trash Bloomberg and Hegseth. Co-host: Brett Erlich Guests: Norman Broderick & Skylar Hurwitz Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 21, 202045 min

Bloomberg Is Bad

The establishment is waking up to Bernie's chances, even though they've doubted him from the start. Texas Congressional Candidate Mike Siegel tells us how he's working with unions to get support for the Green New Deal. John has 10 things that everyone should know about Bloomberg before voting in the Democratic primary. The Nation's Ken Klippenstein on Bloomberg's campaign secrecy and the state of the 2020 race. Guests: Mike Siegel, Ken Klippenstein Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit podcastchoices.com/adchoices

Feb 20, 202046 min