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So now we’re all standing largely naked before the coming onslaught of disinformation that is sure to come along with the 2023 and 2024 elections: the lies will be coming fast and furious. Are Trump's GOP opponents in an "Arm's race to out-extreme & out-cruel each other? Shutdown Watch! McCarthy hands the gavel to Gaetz as Jeffries tells the GOP, "We're not paying the ransom note" Holy Moly! Clarence Thomas secretly participated in Koch network donor events. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How can Democrats negotiate with Republicans that already broke their agreement over the last fake government shutdown crisis? Mark Pocan shares his ideas with Thom and Thom's listeners.Also, Thom reads from "Down Along With That Devil's Bones: A Reckoning with Monuments, Memory, and the Legacy of White Supremacy" by Connor O'Neill.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thom does a deep dive with Nick Hanauer, co-author of the new book "Corporate BS: Exposing the Lies and Half Truths that Protect Wealth and Power in America". How can we inoculate the public to recognize rich people's bull---t when they see it?Plus - Thom reads from "The Privatization of Everything" by Donald Cohen. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hopefully this time Democratic politicians and our media will, finally, call the GOP out on Wanniski’s and Reagan’s Two Santa Clauses scam and put an end to it once and for all.Congressman Earl Blumenauer - Marijuana, pollinators, homelessness and housing. Also Mike Rothschild author of "Jewish Space Lasers" & how we got here...?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For today’s bought-off GOP (and a handful of bought-off “problem solver” Democrats), as long as Republicans on the Supreme Court keep the corrupt payola machine running, there simply is no bottom.More evidence of Trump's crimes and lack of Government know how.  Crazy Alert! GOP clutch's their pearls over Fetterman's shorts but stay mum on Boebert who just dumped her "groper" boyfriend for being a democrat. Will a "shutdown" work well for the GOP? There's been a stunning steep rise in criminalizing pregnant people. It now appears US Elections are at risk of political violence with the spread of guns and distrust. Geeky Science! New study shows "forever chemicals" are increasing cancer in women. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

America gives a lot of lip service to the American Dream, but we haven’t led the world in meeting human needs since the Reagan Revolution. Also can the UAW transform America again? Crazy Alert! Christian Nationalist Boebart puts hypocrisy on display while her and her "friend" fondle each other in public in front of children...and oh by the way...was it tobacco or something else she was illegally vaping? Plus Trump revels in praise from Putin...still....and why wasn't Trump fact-checked on NBC?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Sarah Huckabee Sanders was blasted over the move to gut Arkansas' freedom of information law. The world's largest carbon capture facility is coming to Texas - will it work or is it just greenwashing? Also is planet earth outside the safe operating space for humanity? And National Progressive Townhall with Rep. Ro Khanna.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

With new Covid strains circulating, why is the G.O.P. working against Biden's efforts to make prescription drugs affordable? And then-- is there a link between sugary beverages and depression?Plus Thom reads from 'Drugs, Money, and Secret Handshakes' by Robin Feldman.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It echoes the terror campaigns run by followers of Mussolini and Hitler in the early days of their rising to power. Today marks the sixtieth anniversary of one of the more tragic moments of the civil rights movement — the bombing of the Sixteenth Street Baptist Church in Birmingham and the deaths of four little girls inside. Interview: The President of Muslims for Progressive Values, Ani Zonneveld explains the rise of the culture wars.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Will January 6th be like the Kennedy assassination? Will we never know the whole story? Also Veteran War Correspondent Philip Ittner reports from Kyiv, Ukraine. Plus Sen. Elizabeth Warren is calling for an investigation into Musk and Starling as the Putin plan to win the war in Ukraine includes electing Trump.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

House Republicans have revived the infamous Swiftboat lie strategy that helped defeat John Kerry in 2004. Slander campaigns like this must instead be hit head-on with outrage and ferocity. Also, America has faced $23 billion in extreme weather disasters so far in 2023. Investigative Journalist Greg Palast - How the Osage of OK were the richest people on the planet. Until they killed them. For the oil.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Can we reverse Citizens United and other decisions that have handed America over to our oligarchs? Will it start with a solid progressive Democratic majority in Congress? Impeachment & 9/11 - Just how hypocritical is the GOP? Fascists VS Free - Comparing red states and blue states. Why MAGA cultists refuse to accept Trump's 91 felony charges.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Salvador Allende's legally elected government was overthrown in the nation of Chile by a US- sponsored coup on September 11th, 50 years ago. What are some of the true- and not so true- conspiracies perpetrated by the wealthy and powerful in America?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Researcher and author Robert P. Jones joins Thom to talk about his new book "The Hidden Roots of White Supremacy and the Path to a Shared American Future" Plus - Thom reads from the book 'Biased: Uncovering the Hidden Prejudice That Shapes What We See, Think, and Do' by Jennifer EberhardtSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, a national town hall meeting with Progressive Congressman Mark Pocan. Plus- Thom reads from "American Cipher: Bowe Bergdahl and the U.S. Tragedy in Afghanistan " by Matt Farwell and Michael Ames.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

SCOTUS has placed itself above Congress, the Constitution, and the Founders. The Court is corrupted by a handful of morbidly rich “friends” whose affiliated groups are constantly bringing cases or amicus briefs to the Court. Congress needs to exercise its regulatory duty over the court.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Why do conservatives want to keep a large part of our population on the margins of society? And will they put the economy in the tank to make sure Democrats don't get elected?Plus - Why tax cuts only really help rich people. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Republicans are managing to control Wisconsin even with a minority of the vote. Are their tactics a glimpse of future minority control of the United States?Plus - What to do about the gerontocracy?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump is using mob tactics to defend against the prosecution of his crimes. If he is re-elected will he start imprisoning people? Also - are education intimidation laws the opening steps to establishing fascism?Plus - Thom reads from Justin Frank's "Trump On The Couch".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Radioactive waste specialist Kevin Kamps briefs Thom on the massive releases of tritium water from the ruined Fukushima nuclear plant. Also in this episode- are increasing level of microplastics in our foods a danger to us?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Dr Marty Goldstein joins Thom with his tips for keeping your dog healthy.Also today: man traps, Russian troops on Viagra, fairness among animals, and Ted Kennedy's brick phone.Plus- Thom reads from his book "The Prophet's Way: A Guide to Living in the Now".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Undocumented's Brendan Fischer has the details on how Republicans are using "Eagle AI" to get rid of Democratic voters.Also- the No-Labels trap - is it non-partisan or in reality fighting for what billionaires want most?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

DeSantis is moving to help police get away with crimes in what could be his next step towards a fascist take over. Can he be stopped before he becomes the next GOP frontrunner? So much for the party of law and order & The NC Chapel Hill’s student newspaper front page today is shocking - I'll tell you why.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The merger of billionaire wealth with Republican governance — the public be damned — threaten the integrity and future of the American experiment. Hit by a hurricane and you need new appliances? DeSantis tells you to screw off - Just how tiny and hateful can he get? Crazy Alert! Jesse Waters hosts a a disgraced oil industry funded scientist for his attack & denial on climate change and green energy. Phil Ittner - Ukraine update, Putin nukes, drones & the ruble falling.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

How far will Republicans go to protect their felony-indicted leader? Will they seek to defund prosecutors or limit law enforcement investigating Donald's crimes? Plus, Idalia's dreaded rapid intensification is becoming the norm for gulf storms because they're getting rocket fuel from climate change.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Did Secretary of State Frank LaRose & the Ohio Ballot Board approved language crafted to deliberately confuse and scare voters?And speaking of abortion - so much for DeSantis‘s bizarre abortion story. Two documents were made public late last week following renewed calls for transparency by U.S. Reps. Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez (D-N.Y.), Greg Casar (D-Texas), and other progressive lawmakers who visited Chile earlier this month as part of a broader Latin America trip. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Unless and until we understand the genesis of the chaos sweeping our nation, we’ll be helpless to stop it and its consequences… Jacksonville Shooting: Does DeSantis have blood on his hands? There is no such thing as a pro-life Republican. Is the conservative call to disqualify Trump a trap? Dean Obeidallah - I filed a complaint to disqualify Trump from the ballot and so should you!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Hawaii needs to move on this quick, before other for-profit utilities get into the act. The corporate raiders will soon be circling, even as Lahaina buries its dead. Is Geoengineering a quick climate change fix? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Georgia District Attorney Fani Willis’s RICO indictment of Donald Trump can still be stopped but the fighting factions of the right wing would have to work together. Thom Hartmann reveals this and other complications to the prosecution of Donald Trump. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

12 million Americans believe violence would be justified to return Trump to the White House. His authoritarian followers are itching for a war on democracy in America and all around the world. Will threatening prosecutors and judges with personal harm become the new normal?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Is Trump to the GOP like a parasitic wasp to a caterpillar? They put an egg into a victim, and when the wasp larvae hatches it eats its host- leaving behind only a husk. Plus - Phill Ittner reports from Ukraine on the Wagner Group leader's untimely death.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are the Trumpers contagious? Thom welcomes Dr Seth D. Norrholm, Ph.D. from Wayne State University to explore the dangers of extremism.Also - Why don't the uber-wealthy and famous- like Trump- get mug shots just like everyone else?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Have you noticed the Trump cult is starting to look a lot like Scientology or Jim Jones……and is Trump joking about fleeing to Russia? How to bring Trump cultists back from the brink. DeSantis just screwed himself, trying to be too slick by half. Plus Nora Neus - 24 Hours in Charlottesville: An Oral History of the Stand Against White Supremacy. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

If we want America to become the “we society” that represents the highest outcome of democratic governance, we must get a large enough progressive majority in Congress to actually pull it off. Also can you imagine how Republicans would respond if a Democrat had shot a store owner for having a Trump flag out front? It would be the top story on every right wing website for two solid week... Corporate Democrats are almost as corrupt and hypocritical as Republicans - Golden Blasted for 'Tantrum' Attacking Student Borrowers After Taking Sallie Mae Donation. Oh the hypocrisy, Texas Republicans: Do you believe a fetus is a person or not? Turns out Trump judge, James Ho, in the Mifepristone case is corrupt too. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The former president’s only hope is claiming the legal system has been politicized. Are liberals helping him? Plus - meet the 18 people indicted along with Trump in Georgia- will they flip?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Barbie movie may have changed politics forever. Yes, REALLY! The film’s story about patriarchy is already inspiring generations of women to take on people like Trump, the GOP and anyone else who wants to take away women’s rights. Also new tapes showing the fake electors plot goes all the way back to before the election was even called! Congressman Ro Khanna answers listener questions for a national progressive town hall meeting.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Isolation, poverty, and anxiety are crushing the lives of so many of our neighbors. So why have America's propaganda-funding billionaires decided that our most crucial problems are teaching black history and trans kids wanting to be recognized for who they are? The answer is thousands of years old.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

War Correspondent Phil Ittner checks in with Thom from Ukraine. Is Ukraine making any headway in their initiative? Also-- Thom reads from the book 'The Rise and Fall of Osama Bin Laden' by Peter Bergen.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Thom welcomes activist journalist and filmmaker Greg Palast- How strong is the Fani Willis' RICO indictment?Plus - Congressman and Progressive leader Mark Pocan takes listener calls from across the country.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A Georgia pilot is giving 650 women in poverty $850 a month for two years- no strings attached– and it seems to be working! Plus - fascism hits a small town newspaper. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

There is an all-out assault on democracy being fought in America by multiple dictatorial regimes that have an interest both financial & political in our country. Plus - Will Jamie Raskin finally report on the millions Trump and the fam pocketed when he was president?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Are the teachings of Jesus himself subversive to the conservative movement? Also, Thom checks in with war correspondent Phil Ittner in Ukraine, and Covid expert Dr. Eric Feigl-Ding.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Congressman Matt Gates is hosting shows on Newsmax -is that ethical? Is media corruption part of the oligarchic tail that wags the tail of Democracy?Plus - Thom reads from "The Death of Truth: Notes on Falsehood in the Age of Trump" by Michiko Kakutani.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

No former president in American history has encouraged so much violence or tried to inspire stochastic terrorism. Outside of the Confederacy, no politician has worked so hard to tear America apart. A European lawmaker is calling Trump "a serious threat to democracy in the world". Also, the Ex-Trumpster speaking out about the plot to have the military turn their guns on civilians to facilitate a losing candidate...See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Giant tech firms are meeting secretly to deregulate Artificial Intelligence technologies in the most undemocratic ways possible. Can profit really take over and corrupt progress? Thom is joined by Lori Wallach, Director-Rethink Trade program at American Economic Liberties Project.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump cultists are already calling for death to people who oppose his efforts to capture the White House in 2024... And why is DeSantis approving classroom videos comparing climate activists to Nazis?Plus - Thom reads from 'Sideswiped: Lessons Learned from the Hitmen of Capitol Hill' by Bob Ney.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This truly is a climate emergency, and every day that goes by without significant action further endangers the future of almost all life on Earth, including us. Trump gets rally crowds to boo electric vehicles and blast high gas prices... as the world is heating up. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The simple reality, dear Trump-lover, is that you’ve been suckered and now might be a good time to change the channel. Will Judge Chutkan call Trump's bluff? 400,000 Americans are sitting in jail awaiting trial because they violated the terms of their release - Trump should join the ranks. Gag order? Guest: Dean Obeidallah - Trump committed treason and a threat to America.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Primila Jayapal and the Progressive Caucus are still on the ground pushing for the needs of the common person- raising the minimum wage, protecting Social Security, immigration reform, and slowing climate change. Can we save the faith of the people in our government?See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The American Gastroenterological Association (AGA) urged United Healthcare to halt its plans to implement prior authorization for procedures. Also why is Florida is banning advanced placement psychology? FATCAT Alert! The morbidly rich pay less tax on jet fuel than you and me when we fly; why is that??? See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.