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The Slap & More | The Humanist Report (3/28-4/1) by Mike Figueredo

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Hogs Have a New Favorite Word | The Humanist Report (4/11-4/15) by Mike Figueredo

TERF Wars & More | The Humanist Report (4/4-4/8) by Mike Figueredo

Ketanji Brown Jackson Confirmation Hearings & More | The Humanist Report (3/21-3/25) by Mike Figueredo

In this episode we discuss Bill Maher, Dave Rubin, Pat Robertson, and other reactionaries.

In this episode we discuss Ukraine/Russia, student debt and more!

Biden's First SOTU & More | The Humanist Report (2/28-3/4) by Mike Figueredo

Russia Invades Ukraine & More | The Humanist Report (2/21-2/25) by Mike Figueredo

Charlie Kirk Takes on "Sexual Anarchy" & More | The Humanist Report (2/14-2/18) by Mike Figueredo

The show will go on, but the podcast version of The Humanist Report will be coming to an end. This means we’ll still upload videos regularly to YouTube, Facebook and Means TV; however, the full episodes—along with its audio companions—will no longer be produced every week. The catalog of older full episodes, however, will continue to be available on Spotify and Apple Podcasts (as well as other platforms). That being said, please enjoy the final episode where we smush all of our weekly videos together—we’ve got lots of things to talk about!

In this week’s show we’ll touch on a variety of issues, but especially highlight the COP26 conference taking place, which is proving to be the disappointment many expected. We’ll also discuss Build Back Better’s likely demise, Tulsi’s bizarre interview on Fox News, Josh Hawley’s sudden obsession with masculinity, Dennis Prager’s persecution complex, and the Democratic Party’s refusal to stop being out of touch and terrible at politics. Finally, we’ll talk to 2022 congressional candidate Jason Call about his campaign. Enjoy!

Welp, the prospect of Joe Biden’s ‘Build Back Better’ reconciliation bill being transformative has essentially diminished entirely; Joe Manchin called the bluff of House progressives, and they folded immediately like a cheap deck of cards. We’ll talk about the implications of this as well as Bernie Sanders’ last ditch effort to—at the very least—preserve the Medicare expansion. We’ll also talk about Bill Maher’s hot take on COVID, COP26, QAnon, and how Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema may be able to stop the FCC from restoring net neutrality. We’ll also talk to 2022 congressional candidate Imani Oakley.

In this episode we’ll talk about the ongoing negotiations regarding Biden’s ‘Build Back Better’ act and how it’s a husk of what it once was—and why progressive lawmakers should reject it. We’ll also talk about the FCC and net neutrality, Elon Musk and the billionaire tax, Facebook’s profit-driven algorithm, Striketober, Joe Rogan’s hot take on paternity leave and Jimmy Dore’s unhinged attack on Noam Chomsky. We’ll close the show by talking to 2022 congressional candidate Stephanie Gallardo. Enjoy!

In this episode it’s an all out dunk fest on Senator Joe ManCHILD (got ‘eem). We’ll talk about whether or not he’s Demexiting, his corruption, and progressive Senators calling him out. We’ll also discuss Kyrie Irving’s anti-vax stupidity, Tim Pool’s hot take on ‘Squid Game,’ Madison Cawthorn’s insanity, the continued fallout from Dave Chappelle’s TERF arc, Dennis Prager’s bug chasing, and much more. We’ll also speak with 2022 congressional candidate Daniel Wilson about his campaign. Enjoy!

In this episode we’ve got an assortment of topics you’ll be sure to enjoy! We’ll talk about Kyrsten Sinema’s class on corruption at ASU, Jon Stewart’s take on cancel culture, trouble in Trump world, India Walton’s mayoral race, Tucker Carlson’s comments on Fox News’ vaccine mandate and much more. Finally, 2022 congressional candidate Rebecca Parson drops by to talk about her rematch with incumbent Democrat Derek Kilmer.

In this episode we’ll bask in the glory of the satisfying confrontations of corporate democrats Krysten Sinema and Joe Manchin. They’re getting heckled on yachts, airplanes, and even in bathrooms—and it’s a beautiful thing! We’ll also discuss revelations from the Facebook whistleblower, the Pandora Papers, how Alabama will be financing new prisons, anti-vax stupidity, Dave Rubin’s grift, and whether or not Russell Brand has gone to the dark side. We’ll also chat with 2022 candidate Isiah James about his campaign and Sam from the ‘Reset Race’ network swings by to drop some knowledge on us about the racial wealth gap and reparations. Enjoy!

In this week’s episode we’ll kick off the show by discussing the latest shenanigans from Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema. Well also discuss a variety of other topics including Liz Cheney’s opportunism, Nina Turner’s congressional run, shocking new facts about the spread of COVID in red states, and much more!

The Democratic Party always has some lame excuse as to why they can’t do good things; whether it’s the Senate Parliamentarian or obstructionist conservative Democrats, the buck ultimately stops with Biden. It’s time to stop making excuses, shut the f*ck up, and get sh*t done. We’ll discuss said excuses as well as the Biden Administration’s cruel use of a Trump-era immigration law, Biden’s unilateral disarmament on climate action, and the Democratic Party’s failure when it comes to pandemic-related unemployment benefits. We’ll also discuss anti-vax Republicans, the Herman Cain Awards, Tulsi Gabbard’s fraudulence, anti-Bush protests and much more.

In this episode we’ll discuss the current state of things and how they’re just… not good. We’ll talk about Texas’ abortion ban, Fox News’ pandemic misinformation, the Line 3 pipeline, the expiration of unemployment benefits, voter suppression, climate change, drones, and much more!

There’s a second pandemic infecting the minds of millions of Americans: stupidity. We’ll discuss the (many) prominent conservatives whose anti-vax views lead to their demises, the impact COVID is having on doctors and nurses in ICUs, and a massive outbreak caused by a single teacher in California. These topics and more will be discussed in today’s episode. Enjoy!

With each passing day America looks more like the 2006 film ‘Idiocracy.’ Millions of Americans are rejecting reality, becoming increasingly conspiratorial, and are vehemently anti-vaccine all while a global pandemic ravages the world. Even as Trump encourages vaccinations—and prominent Republican media figures die from the virus—conservative anti-vaxxers still unmoved, and still anti-vax. Idiocracy wasn’t just a movie; it was a prophetic vision of the America we’d all be living in sooner than anyone could’ve expected.

In this episode we’ll focus on two issues: Afghanistan and anti-vaxxers. We’ll discuss Biden’s withdrawal from Afghanistan, the media’s coverage of said withdrawal, and the right’s reluctance to accept refugees. When it comes to anti-vaxxers, they’re becoming increasingly unhinged as mandatory vaccines gain popularity as a policy tool and with the general public. These topics and more will be discussed. Enjoy!

In this episode we’ll discuss the IPCC’s new report on climate change, the spread of the Delta variant among kids, the return of Nina Turner and much more.

In this episode we’ll talk about Nina Turner’s defeat, Cori Bush’s victory, the spread of the Delta variant and vaccine hesitancy, and other incredibly disturbing and demoralizing topics that will surely make you feel more crazy than you already do!

It’s the 300th episode of the program—and don’t you DARE say anything about the lame reference to an old movie from the 2000s! We’ve done this 300 times, the creativity is gone! Anyways, we’ll discuss Nina Turner’s campaign, the cover-up in Flint, the Frito-Lay strike, GOP lunatics and much more! Enjoy the show!

In this episode we’ll cover a wide range of topics including the protests in Cuba, CPAC 2021, the global COVID vaccine initiative, Biden’s foreign policy, and much more!

In this episode we’ll talk about the future of the Democratic Party: India Walton and Nina Turner. The Democratic Party establishment is doing everything to stop Nina Turner’s momentum in Ohio. Meanwhile, Buffalo Mayor Byron Brown is still refusing to concede after being defeated by socialist India Walton, and has since resorted to Trumpian attacks on her. We’ll also discuss the Supreme Court’s attack on voting rights, Iceland’s 4-day work week study, Dennis Prager’s absurd claim about climate change, and we’ll check in on our friends over in the Trump world (spoiler: they’re not doing too well).

In this episode we’ll honor the life and legacy of Senator Mike Gravel. We’ll also talk about Julian Assange, infrastructure negotiations, growing authoritarianism within the GOP, the rising popularity of socialism, the impact of gerrymandering on the 2022 midterms, and more!

In this episode we’ll discuss Steven Crowder’s humiliating debate debacle with Sam Seder and Ethan Klein of H3. We’ll also discuss the aftermath of the #ColdFeetCrowder saga, where Steven tries to regain control of the narrative and pretends to have emerged victorious after he fled from the scene. We’ll also discuss the U.S. government’s classification of socialists, Nina Turner’s campaign, and much more!

Infrastructure talks have stalled for months as the Biden Administration tries to strike a deal with Republicans and right-wing Democrats; however, when a Biden advisor suggested climate-related components of the infrastructure bill may be on the chopping block to appease Republicans—that’s when progressive lawmakers sent a clear message to the Biden administration: no climate, no deal. We’ll talk about progressives finally drawing a line in the sand; and we’ll also discuss Mitch McConnell’s plan to steal another Supreme Court seat, Reality Winner’s release, Marjorie Greene’s apology, and more. Enjoy!

With Democrats like Joe Manchin, who needs Republicans? It’s a question many people are asking themselves after Joe Manchin officially became the new de facto Mitch McConnell by committing to torpedo the ‘For the People Act,’ which is voting rights legislation that will undo some of the damage caused by the nationwide voter suppression effort by the GOP. We’ll also talk about the failures of the Biden Administration, tax avoidance by American oligarchs, right-wing hysteria over LGBTQ+ acceptance, and more! Enjoy the episode!

In this episode we actually cover news that’s… not entirely depressing. We’ll discuss Nina Turner’s massive lead in Ohio’s Democratic Party primary and laugh at all of the Republicans Ken Klippenstein trolled on Memorial Day. But it’s not all fun and games this episode; we’ll discuss the growing sentiment within the GOP for a Myanmar-style military coup here in the U.S., Tucker Carlson’s anti-vax hysteria, and Kyrsten Sinema’s pathetic defense of the filibuster. Finally, we’ll kick off Pride month with the left’s favorite self-loathing closeted homosexual: Jesse Lee Peterson. Enjoy!

In this episode we’ll discuss the Republican Party’s ongoing shift towards pure insanity and kick off the show by discussing the latest round of Marjorie Greene madness. If you’re thinking, ‘boy the GOP sure has gotten a lot more crazy lately,’ we’ll remind you Republicans have been pandering to the Marjorie Greenes of the world for decades now. We’ll also discuss Laura Ingraham’s absurd fear-mongering over “climate lockdowns,” another Fox News host’s anti-vax idiocy, Joe Biden’s broken promises, and much more!

We’ll pick up where we left off last week by continuing our coverage of Biden’s support for Israel and discuss Rashida Tlaib’s pressure on the Biden Administration when it comes to this issue. Additionally we’ll talk about the CDC’s new mask guidelines, a challenge to Roe v. Wade, Katie Porter’s takedown of a pharmaceutical CEO, Chile’s constitutional convention, Joe Rogan’s latest hot take, and much more!

In this episode we’ll focus on a small area in East Jerusalem named Sheikh Jarrah, where the Israeli government is trying to expel 8 families from their homes; we’ll give you a breakdown of the situation, followed by the political reaction in the United States and how the U.S. government is aiding and abetting Israel as they carry out these atrocities. Also, we’ll discuss the newest conspiracy theory from anti-maskers, Caitlyn Jenner’s poll numbers, brutality against protesters in Colombia and more!

In this episode we’ll discuss a rare success story in American politics. President Biden’s administration agreed to support the IP waiver for COVID vaccines—which is hopefully the beginning of the end of vaccine apartheid. We’ll discuss the embarrassing arguments against the IP waiver from big Pharma’s biggest shills and we’ll also talk about the conservative mouth pieces doing their part to extend the duration of the pandemic.

In this episode we’ll review Joe Biden’s first 100 days in office; we’ll look at the good, the bad, the complicated as well as the downright ugly. Additionally, just one week after all American adults became eligible for the COVID vaccine, anti-vax, science denying, rich idiots kicked their effort to make the pandemic last forever into overdrive. We’ll discuss Joe Rogan, Tucker Carlson, and Bill Gates’ contribution to that effort, specifically.

In this episode we’ll discuss the conviction of Derek Chauvin and the subsequent reactions from reactionaries visibly upset he wasn’t able to get away with murder. We’ll also talk about the Republican Party’s nationwide assault on protests as well as Joe Manchin and Kyrsten Sinema’s ongoing fight against worker rights.

In this episode we’ll explore the twisted mindset of multi-millionaire Fox New propagandist Tucker Carlson, including his mask off “great replacement” rant intended to normalize white supremacy as well as his COVID vaccine misinformation that’s bringing harmful conspiracies to mainstream audiences. This week has proven that he’s one of—if not THE—most dangerous propagandists in America. Boycott Fox News. Boycott Tucker Carlson.

In this episode we’ll continue our coverage of the Matt Gaetz scandal, discuss Prager U’s effort to brainwash children, Arkansas’ anti-trans bill, Alexandria Ocasio-Cortez’s donations to corporate Democrats, Abby Martin’s free speech lawsuit, Mitch McConnell’s stunning hypocrisy, and much more!

In this episode we’ll cover a number of issues, but we’ll first examine the wave of bills popping up across the country that aim to criminalize healthcare provided to transgender and non-binary youth. Gender-affirming care is medically necessary and life-saving, yet Republicans are trying to criminalize the existence of young trans people under the guise of “protecting” them. We’ll talk about that along with the country’s ongoing stupidity with regard to COVID-19, the conservative hysteria over Lil Nas X’s new music video and shoes, and Georgia’s new Jim Crow law. Finally, we’ll close the show by talking to Real Progressives’ Steve Grumbine about the fundamentals of modern monetary theory.

Eat the rich? Absolutely. American oligarchs such as Elon Musk and Kylie Jenner are going out of their way to demonstrate why the wealth they possess must be confiscated. We’ll also talk about Fox News’ anti-trans propaganda campaign and much more!

In this episode we’ll discuss the virus that’s destined to destroy human civilization: capitalism. Oh, and we’ll talk about COVID-19 as well; specifically, how capitalism has made the United States incapable of effectively responding to the pandemic. We’ll also talk about the most prominent right-wing grifters, the 2020 Democratic Party primary, and more!

It’s officially time for the Democratic Party to stop bragging about being a “big tent Party” because they’ve now welcomed so many right-wingers into their Party that the tent is collapsing in on itself. We’ll discuss the Machinema wing of the Democratic Party and the blowback they faced after killing the $15 minimum wage. We’ll also discuss the Republican Party’s nationwide voter suppression effort, the socialist takeover in Nevada, Milo Yiannopoulos’ latest grift and much more.

In this episode we’ll discuss the Biden Administration’s embarrassing capitulation on the $15 minimum wage, the stupidity that occurred at CPAC, and we’ll also discuss various scandals that took place involving multiple governors (Andrew Cuomo, Ron DeSantis, and Greg Abbott). All of these topics and more will be discussed—enjoy the Joy!

In this episode we’ll reflect on Joe Biden’s first month as president; he hasn’t sent out $2000 checks, he’s already backing down on the $15 minimum wage increase, his Secretary of State is seemingly sabotaging peace talks with Iran, he’s nominated corrupt cabinet officials and he’s now completely abandoned his promise to halt deportations for his first 100 days in office. He’s been a failure by every metric with the exception of his handling of COVID-19. We’ll also discuss Newsmax’s attack on Joe Biden’s dog (seriously), Fox News’ wall-to-wall coverage of The Muppets supposedly getting “canceled” by the woke mob, Ben Shapiro’s outrage over a cartoon, Meghan McCain’s entitlement, and much more. We’ll close the show by talking to 2022 congressional candidate Isiah James about his rematch against Yvette Clarke.

In this episode we’ll discuss the competitive Democratic Primary taking place in Ohio’s 11th congressional district featuring the legendary Nina Turner. We’ll discuss the dynamics of the race, and we’ll talk to Senator Turner herself about how she’d shake up congress if elected. We’ll also discuss Trump’s acquittal, COVID-19 vaccination efficacy and equitability in Israel, the ‘For the People Act’ and more!

In this episode we cover a variety of topics including Trump’s second impeachment, Neera Tanden’s confirmation hearings, Tucker Carlson’s dangerous propaganda, Joe Rogan’s Covidiocy and more!