The John Fugelsang Podcast

Today - John chats with Simon and Julie for their "We're Still Here" segment. Simon Moya-Smith is an Oglala Lakota and Chicano journalist. He’s a contributing writer at NBC News and TheNation.com. Julie Francella is a mental health professional with over 30 years of experience in handling complex trauma with Indigenous youth and families. She is an enrolled member of the Ojibway of Batchewana First Nation Reserve, and teaches Indigenous Studies at Durham College, focusing on the impacts of colonization on First Nations people. Then, John interviews Tripp Whetsell who's an author and adjunct media studies professor at Emerson College in Boston. As an entertainment journalist, he has covered TV, film, comedy and other aspects of popular culture for more than two decades. They discuss his background and his newly released book "Norman Lear: His Life and Times".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

This time John's monologue talks about the latest updates in the search for the killer of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson who was shot in midtown Manhattan. He also discusses the outrage of people who are fed up with America's health care system and the corruption that is killing people. Then, he interviews Hope Giselle who is an author, artist, trans activist and representative of the National Black Justice Collective's Good Trouble Network. She was the first openly Black trans woman to speak at the 60th anniversary of the March on Washington earlier this year. Hope was at the Supreme Court yesterday, one of hundreds rallying outside as the rights of transgender youth in the state of Tennessee were argued before the court. Next, John chats with Glenn from Mississippi about health insurance companies and V.A. benefits. And winding it up, John discusses Elon's new job and takes calls from attorney Marie in Atlanta and flower girl Rachel in Los Angeles on the midtown shooter and the support of Biden's pardon to Hunter.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John talks about the cold-blooded shooting of United Healthcare CEO Brian Thompson in midtown Manhattan. He also discusses the problems with America's health care system and what we should do about it. Then, he jokes with podcast star Bob Cesca about Trump's latest mishigas and ridiculous cabinet picks. Then finally, John speaks with Dillon Naber Cruz and and Desimber Rose AKA "The God Squad". They chat with listeners about they way the media and politicians never speak directly to "NONES" which are people who identify as atheist, agnostic, or nothing in particular.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The discussion today is focused on the creepy backgrounds of Trump cabinet picks Pete Hegseth and Kash Patel. John also talks about South Korea Right Wing President Yoon facing impeachment now after he tried to avoid his corruption investigation and called for martial law in his country. Then, legal analyst Professor Corey Brettschneider joins the crew and they chat about Trump's cabinet picks and his new book "The Presidents and the People: Five Leaders Who Threatened Democracy and the Citizens Who Fought to Defend It". Next, John interviews singer, songwriter, musician, poet, activist, documentarian, and rapper - Michael Franti and he explains his work with WhyHunger. Now in its 39th year, WhyHunger’s Hungerthon brings together thousands of supporters across the U.S. with their partners at SiriusXM and artists like Bruce Springsteen and Yoko Ono Lennon who believe in their shared vision of a hunger-free future for all! Take action at SiriusXM.com/Hungerthon. Then winding it up, John speaks with author, podcaster, and Democratic strategist Cliff Schecter on the political scene and Trump's wacky cabinet picks.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses President Biden pardoning his son Hunter despite saying he would not do so and he lists off all the crazy pardons of Trump and other past presidents. Then he interviews the executive director of the Climate Justice Alliance, KD Chavez; who is a revolutionary mother, organizer, and strategist, that leads by way of ancestral knowledge and the land. Climate Justice Alliance has spent the last decade in social justice philanthropy moving millions to the frontlines and working to advance freedom through culture shift and intentional investments. Next, he jokes with comedian Chris Grace about his new show "Chris Grace: As Scarlett Johansson" which reimagines what is and isn’t possible—or appropriate—in the life of an artist as it celebrates the life of the greatest Asian-American actor of all time: Scarlett Johansson. Inspired by her controversial role in the 2017 film "Ghost in the Shell". And finally, John chats with comedian Rhonda Hansome and they take calls from The Evil Army of the Night on the foreboding political scene.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The monologue today focusses on the latest crap Nepo Baby Elon Musk is spewing about Alexander Vindman and the CFPB on X and in the public. Then, John welcomes back legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson to discuss SCOTUS and Trump's legal problems. Next, he speaks with David Adler who is the co-general Coordinator of Progressive International. They talk about the " Make Amazon Pay" event. From Black Friday to Cyber Monday, traditionally one of the largest shopping weekends of the year, Amazon workers and allies across six continents are protesting. Spearheaded by UNI Global Union and the Progressive International, the Make Amazon Pay days of resistance aims to hold Amazon accountable for labor abuses, environmental degradation and threats to democracy. And finally, John chats with The God Squad AKA Dillion Cruz and Desimber Rose about the intersection of politics and religion.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Interviews political commentator Lindy Li on Trump and the latest GOP mishegas. She's a campaign advisor serving as the Women's Co-Chair and Mid-Atlantic Regional Chair at the Democratic National Committee. And then he jokes with "Comedy Daddy" Keith Price and callers about Trump and the persecution of future Rep. Sarah McBride.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The second in a two-part podcast. John talks about the new hostage cease-fire deal happening in Israel. He plays a clip of Joe Biden making the announcement about the deal brokered by Qatar. He takes a call from Lyn in Virginia on new ways to get people to register to vote and from Charles in Miami on GOP fascist policies and tax reform. Then, Mitch at Kent State calls to talk turkey about the 60th anniversary of the JFK assassination. Also Bruce in California calls to chat about Patsy Cline and Voltaire's birthday. John plays a clip from the past of Jimmy Carter talking about Hamas and Netanyahu and also a clip of State Department Spokesperson Matt Miller on the hostage deal. Next, he welcomes back "Comedy Daddy" Keith Price and they talk about Thanksgiving and Trump. They take calls from Rachel in Los Angeles on Hollywood scandals, Stephen in Kentucky on first ladies, and Norm in Tampa on the Kennedy assassination. Then finally, John compares Trump to Rocky Balboa and they all say what they are thankful for this year.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The first of a 2 part podcast. John gives up some Thanksgiving factoids and tells us what he is thankful for this year. He starts a discussion about how to get along with Uncle Racist and Aunt Dead Inside. Sean in California calls to talk turkey about being thankful. Then. he speaks with journalist Bob Hennelly about gun legislation, immigration, homelessness, mental illness, and the Israel - Hamas War. Then, Jessica in Oregon talks about Melissa Barrera of Scream VII being fired due to her support of the Palestinians. Next, Chris and John talk about Eminem and Dido's song "Stan". And they take calls from Lisa in New Mexico, Marie in Atlanta, and Bill in New Jersey on how to not fight with relatives over the holiday. And closing it up - they chat with Harry in Texas who calls with his kid Neo who is trans; Tim in Massachusetts on Eminem and music trivia, plus, Beachside Bill in Orlando on what it means to be giving.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Things for progressives to be thankful for, chats with Dr. Tracy Pearson, David Adler, Desimber Rose and Dillon Cruz.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's monologue is about Trump's promised massive hikes in tariffs on goods coming from Mexico, Canada and China starting on the first day he's in office. John also talks about the latest idiotic cabinet picks for the Trump Administration. Next, he welcomes back Imara Jones who's the creator of TransLash Media, a cross-platform, journalism and narrative organization, which produces content to shift the current culture of hostility towards transgender people in the US. She hosts the WEBBY-nominated, TransLash Podcast as well as the investigative, limited series, The Anti-Trans Hate Machine: A Plot Against Equality. They discuss the bullying of Rep. Sarah McBride by GOP members of congress. And finally, John takes listener calls about Trump and other news from the Evil Army of the Night.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John's monologue is about Special Counsel Jack Smith dismissing Donald Trump's January 6th and Documents cases. Then, he welcomes the return of author and political activist Marianne Williamson and they chat about her online spiritual seminar "A Metaphysical Christmas" Sunday - December 15th... find out more at https://marianne.com. Then finally, John jokes with comedians Carole Montgomery and Rhonda Hansome about current news and Donald Trump.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses the latest billionaire cabinet picks for the incoming Trump White House. He also talks about the compromised background of Tulsi Gabbard who was chosen by Trump as his Director of National Intelligence. Then, he welcomes back Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner who is the Executive Director/CEO and Co-Founder of MomsRising and Board President of the MomsRising Education Fund. They talk about the presidential election and the final vote count. And finally, John takes calls from the Evil Army of the Night on politics, pop culture, and other current news.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For this special weekend podcast - John chats with Simon Moya Smith and Julie Francella for their "We're Still Here" segment. They talk about Indian myths, indigenous traditions, and what Thanksgiving means to the Native Americans. Simon is an Oglala Lakota and Chicano journalist. He’s a contributing writer at NBC News and TheNation.com. Julie is a mental health professional with over 30 years of experience in handling complex trauma with Indigenous youth and families. She is an enrolled member of the Ojibway of Batchewana First Nation Reserve, and teaches Indigenous Studies at Durham College, focusing on the impacts of colonization on First Nations people. Then, he welcomes back democratic political blogger Heather Digby Parton to discuss Trump's "Red Scare".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses former Senator Matt Gaetz withdrawing his name for consideration as Attorney General and Trump then naming his former attorney Pam Bondi as Gaetz' replacement. He also talks about the creepy backgrounds of a few other cabinet picks including RFK Jr. and Pete Hegseth. Next, he interviews Jorge Elorza who is Chief Executive Officer of Democrats for Education Reform (DFER) which works to get Democratic leaders to embrace and enthusiastically champion innovative, evidence-based, high-quality public education options for all students, particularly students of color, students from low-income backgrounds, and other historically underserved students. Then, John chats with listeners about education and public funding for schools. And winding it up - he talks with Chris and listeners about the bravery of transgender congresswoman Sarah McBride standing up to the bullying of Rep. Nancy Mace.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John's monologue is about the House Ethics Panel voting to block releasing the sexual allegations report on former Senator Matt Gaetz. And he discusses Rep. Nancy Mace who is pushing to ban transgender women from women's restrooms at the US Capitol. Then, he jokes with podcast star Bob Cesca on pop culture and politics, Next, author and former pastor Desimber Rose along with progressive theologian Dillon Naber Cruz AKA The God Squad is back once again to speak with listeners about the intersection of religion and politics. And finally, legal analyst Dr Tracy Pearson joins John and the crew to talk legal sense and comfort worried Democrats.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses the plight of the Ukrainians and the absurdly unqualified cabinet picks of President elect Trump. He also explains how the media will change after Trump takes office. Then, he chats with Professor Corey Brettschneider about the disfunction of the GOP Trump train. Next, John takes calls from listeners who try to comfort other worried listeners. Then finally, he welcomes back award-winning journalist Bob Hennelly to talk about unions and GOP policies.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews Bill Bradley - a self-made millionaire who collapsed into bankruptcy, then reinvented himself by turning to the world of extreme endurance racing. They discuss his new PBS documentary "Epic Bill". Then, he speaks with author Seth Rogovoy about his new book "Within You Without You: Listening to George Harrison". And lastly, comedian Rhonda Hansome returns to joke with listeners about current news and Trump's latest antics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's monologue focuses on Trump's cabinet picks and John notes that sex abuse seems to be a qualifier in the Trump White House. Then, TV's Frank Conniff joins him to joke with listeners about pop culture and politics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

For this special weekend podcast - John chats with Simon Moya Smith and Julie Francella for their "We're Still Here" segment. Simon is an Oglala Lakota and Chicano journalist. He’s a contributing writer at NBC News and TheNation.com. Julie is a mental health professional with over 30 years of experience in handling complex trauma with Indigenous youth and families. She is an enrolled member of the Ojibway of Batchewana First Nation Reserve, and teaches Indigenous Studies at Durham College, focusing on the impacts of colonization on First Nations people. Then, he interviews Mehran Khaghani who is another comedian from the Boston region, but born in London and raised, in part, in Turkey and Iran aka the Boston of Western Asia. He's been on on Maz Jobrani’s “Brown and Friendly” comedy tour, Last Comic Standing, Comedy Central, High Maintenance, and many more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses the sketchy history of Trump cabinet picks Matt Gaetz for Attorney General and RFK Jr. for the Dept. of Health and Human Services. Then, he chats with Reverend Barry Lynn who is a long-time activist, civil liberties lawyer, and an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ and served as the executive director for Americans United for the Separation of Church and State until his retirement in 2017. Next John talks with Ward from Florida about the notion that Christian Nationalism is the foundation behind apartheid. And finally he interviews Skye Perryman who is President and CEO of Democracy Forward, a nonpartisan, national legal organization that promotes democracy and progress through litigation, regulatory engagement, policy education, and research. Perryman took the helm at Democracy Forward a few months after January 6, 2021, in the midst of rising extremism in courts 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.

John's monologue today is about Trump's latest cabinet picks. Then, he jokes with Podcast Star Bob Cesca. Next - The God Squad returns for a discussion about politics and religion. And finally, legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson is back once again to talk with listeners about current news and other topics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John talks Trump's cabinet appointments, speaks with Corey Brettschneider, Tim Shenk, and Capt. Paul Watson with Sea Shepherd France – an activist currently imprisoned in Greenland awaiting possible extradition to Japan.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this Veterans Day - John this time discusses the way Trump has treated the military and veterans in the past. Then, he talks with comedian Josh Gondelman on Comedy Gives Back, the safety net of the comedy community dedicated to supporting comedians' mental health and financial stability. Next, John chats with caller Mike in MD on his feeling as a Black man in regards to the election results. And then winding it up - they welcome back comedian Rhonda Hansome and she discusses how the Harris campaign abandoned their base.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Democratic Strategist Max Burns guest hosts for John. He talks to listeners about the depression and frustration democrats are feeling after the election. Then, he interviews Julianne McShane who is Mother Jones' news and engagement writer, focusing on daily news coverage and stories at the intersection of gender and inequity. They discuss the wins and failures of the 2024 election. And then finally - Max chats with listeners about politics and Trump.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this special weekend episode - John chats with Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for their weekly segment "We're Still Here". They talk about native American myths, traditions, and political issues. Then, he jokes with comedian John Poveromo and they talk with listeners about Democracy, Trump, and the election.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, John discusses how to look for the silver lining and how to recognize the backlash of Trump getting elected again. Then, he speaks with the president of Media Matters for America - Angelo Carusone about the media and how they will adjust to the incoming administration. And finally, John chats with listeners about politics and the election.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses how we will survive the next 4 years and live to tell the tale. The amazing Bob Cesca then returns to talk about the election - what went right and what went wrong. Next, The God Squad is back. Authors and former pastors Keith Giles and Desimber Rose, along with progressive theologian Dillon Naber Cruz take calls from listeners on fake Christians and false prophets. Then finally, legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson returns to chat with John and callers about the road ahead and what we should do to stay strong in the face of adversity. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

First, John runs down some early election returns and races. Then he plays SXM Progress Zerlina Maxwell's interview with VP Kamala Harris. Next, he interviews New York State Senator Gustavo Rivera about politics in New York and the Puerto Rican vote. Then, John welcomes back Amanda Litman who is the co-founder and president of Run for Something, which recruits and supports young, diverse progressives running for down-ballot office. And lastly, he talks with John Nichols who is the National Affairs correspondent for the Nation, a contributing writer for the Progressive and In These Times, and the associate editor of Madison, Wisconsin’s Capital Times.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

First, John talks about the death of legendary record producer, songwriter, composer, arranger, and film and television producer Quincy Jones. Then, he discusses the final rallies of the campaigns, the surprising new polls, and the 2 very different closing arguments from Trump and Harris. Next, he interviews Fernand Amandi who is the managing partner of Bendixen & Amandi, the nation’s leading multilingual and multiethnic public opinion research and strategic communications consulting firm. They talk about the latest trends and polls. Then, John welcomes back Democratic strategist Max Burns to talk about the latest campaign news and political strategies on this election eve show. Then finally, comedian Rhonda Hansome joins the crew to speak with listeners about election wishes and fears.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John's monologue is reassuring people before the election that Trump's recent frantic claims of election fraud are signs his internal polling numbers are weak and he knows he might lose. Then, political strategist and State elections GURU Joe Sudbay is back to help with the pre-election preview. Next, John shares SXM Progress Host Zerlina Maxwell's interview with Minnesota governor Tim Walz. And closing it up, TV's Frank returns to joke with John and listeners.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews Augustus Mays who serves as Ed Trust's vice president for Partnerships and Engagement. Ed Trust has released a toolkit and ballot guidance for Black and Brown parents navigating school choice policies aimed at eradicating public schools. Education is on the ballot and parents of color and low income communities stand to lose access to public education with or without Project 2025 in place. Then winding up the Halloween show, John jokes with comedian John Poveromo on current news, pop culture, and the looming presidential election.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

A scary Halloween podcast. John relates the history of the holiday. Then, he discusses how Trump is similar to The Joker in the movie The Dark Knight as they both employ Chaos as a weapon and use hate as a means to divide us. Then, Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella are back for their "We're Still Here" segment. They chat about the election, President Biden apologizing for the government's native boarding school policy, and indigenous Halloween costumes being offensive and degrading to some cultures. Plus, they also play another round of "Did You Know?".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The monologue today is about Trump riding in a garbage truck in a stunt to trash Biden after his comment which appeared to refer to Trump supporters as "garbage". Then, John chats with actor, director, and podcast host Bob Cesca about the latest news and the election. Then he has a round-house discussion with The God Squad. Authors and former pastors Keith Giles and Desimber Rose, along with progressive theologian Dillon Naber Cruz take questions from listeners on religion in politics, fake Christians, and the battle of good vs evil in the final stretch to the election.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John talks about VP Harris' speech at the ellipse and the continued backlash over Trump's featured comedian Tony Hinchcliffe's racist jokes about Puerto Ricans and other minorities. He also remembers the work of actress Teri Garr who has passed away at the age of 79. Then, he welcomes back Professor Corey Brettschneider to discuss the constitution, the right to vote, and the history of Nazis. Next, John speaks with writer, podcast host, and comedian Amanda Seales to talk about the election and promote her new show “What Would The Ancestors Say??” which premieres on a special livestream Saturday November 2nd at 9pm Eastern. Tickets and access available at AmandaSeales dot com. Then winding it up, comedian Keith Price returns to chat with listeners about Trump and other current topics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The monologue this time is about Trump's Madison Square Garden rally where featured speakers and comedians spewed vulgar, crude "jokes" and vile, racist comments to rile the mouth breathers. Then, John interviews Bill Adair who is the Knight Professor of the Practice of Journalism and Public Policy at Duke University and the director of the Duke Reporters’ Lab. His awards include the Pulitzer Prize for National Reporting (with the PolitiFact staff), the Manship Prize for New Media in Democratic Discourse, and the Everett Dirksen Award for Distinguished Coverage of Congress. They discuss his new book "BEYOND THE BIG LIE: The Epidemic of Political Lying, Why Republicans Do it More, and How it Could Burn Down Our Democracy". Next, he interviews Dawn Huckelbridge, Founder of Paid Leave for All PAC. She has spent her career in gender policy, political organizing, communications, and building early-stage programs and campaigns. And lastly, John jokes with comedian Rhonda Hansome about Trump and the election.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John has a discussion about Jeff Bezos overriding his own publisher to kill The Washington Post's endorsement of Kamala Harris. Then he speaks with the Rev. Barry Lynn (an activist who was the executive director of Americans United for Separation of Church and State). They talk about Elon Musk, the election, and religious stories. Next, political strategist Max Burns returns to chat about Kamala, Trump, and the election. Then finally, John interviews nationally syndicated op-ed columnist, freelance investigative journalist, and comedian - Tina Dupuy about Elon Musk and Twitter; Trump, Vance, and election predictions; and the philosophy of commenting about Arnold Palmer's dick.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews Jim Doyle - President at Business Forward which is an independent research and education organization that makes the business case for climate action, affordable healthcare, immigration reform, infrastructure investment, sensible tax policy, new trade deals, and other pro-growth reforms. Then he interviews Annie Laurie Gaylor, Co-President and Co-Founder of Freedom From Religion Foundation, in Madison, Wisconsin. They discuss Oklahoma State Superintendent Ryan Walters who is now being sued after trying to spend taxpayer money to buy Trump's bible for every classroom in the state. Annie Laurie is the author of Woe to "Women: The Bible Tells Me So, Betrayal of Trust: Clergy Abuse of Children, and Women Without Superstition: No Gods – No Masters”.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John talks about VP Kamala Harris having star-studded campaign rallies. He also talks about President Biden apologizing for a force Native American boarding school policy which cost the lives of thousands of children. Then, he interviews Warren Hern who is a doctor best known for performing late terminations of pregnancy. In 1973, he founded Boulder Abortion Clinic in Boulder, Colorado. And then John brings back Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for "We're Still Here". They discuss President Biden's apology and explain how indigenous history has been warped.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The monologue today is part flashback as John looks at his notes from 4 years ago and reminds everyone how much better things are now compared to then. He also talks about Trump's former chief of staff John Kelly coming out to say Trump’s leadership style is dictatorial, fascist, and lacks empathy. Then, actor, director, and podcast star Bob Cesca pops by to joke with listeners about Trump and the election. Next, it's The God Squad featuring former pastors Keith Giles and Desimber Rose, and progressive theologian Dillon Naber Cruz. They return to discuss religion, politics, and fake Christians. Then lastly, John chats with Dr. Tracy Pearson about current news, Trump, and the election.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John talks about the Harris and Trump campaigns going into overdrive as the election draws near. He plays clips from Tim Walz and Barack Obama stumping for Kamala while Elon Musk's pledge to give away $1 million a day to GOP voters for signing his PAC's petition is prompting questions about its legality. Then, Professor Corey Brettschneider is back to discuss the election and explain what will happen to the Democratic process if Trump wins. After that, John chats with listeners about the candidates and getting people to vote. Then rounding it out, he welcomes back author and historian Kenneth C. Davis to talk about Democracy and fascism in America. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today's monologue is about the media sane-washing Trump's lies and foul mouth. During a recent event, he spoke about Arnold Palmer's penis and called Kamala "A shit Vice President". John also talked about Trump's media stunt where he pretended to work at a McDonalds in Pennsylvania. Then, he interviews Emmy Award-Winning filmmaker Nick Quested about his new documentary, "64 Days: The Road to Insurrection", which chronicles the 64 days between the 2020 election and the devastating January 6th attack on the Capitol. Next, John chats with listeners about Trump and the election. And then, comedian Rhonda Hansome returns to joke about Trump and other current news.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In today's episode - John focuses on Cardinal Archbishop Timothy M. Dolan of New York schmoozing up to Trump at the annual Al Smith charity dinner and criticizing VP Kamala Harris for not attending. Then, he talks with the Evil Army of the Night about the election, Catholicism, and Trump. Then finally John welcomes back TV's Frank Conniff (of MST3K) to joke with listeners about pop culture and Trump's latest gaffs and blunders on the campaign trial. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews Kelli Butler who is running for election to the Arizona House of Representatives to represent District 4. They talk about politics in Arizona and the upcoming election. Then, he speaks with social psychologist, the director of the Frost Center, and professor of psychology at Hope College, Michigan - Dr. Daryl R. Van Tongeren. They talk about politics, religion, and his new book "Done: How to Flourish After Leaving Religion".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, John discusses Israeli forces in Gaza killing Hamas leader Yahya Sinwar, the architect of the Oct. 7 attacks, during an intense battle in Rafah. Yet as predicted, Netanyahu continues his bloody war - clinging to power and refusing to resign. Then, he interviews the Executive Director of Advancement Project - Judith Browne Dianis and they talk about the corrupt Republicans in Georgia trying to change voting laws in the state. Then winding it up, John welcomes back Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for the "We're Still Here" segment. They chat with the Evil Army of the Night about indigenous stereotypes, racism and passive racism, and politics as seen by Native Americans.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John's monologue this time is about the recent interviews with Trump's all female Town Hall and Kamala's interview with Brett Baier on Fox. Then, actor, director, and podcast host Bob Cesca is back to joke about the election and Trump. Next, The God Squad joins the fun and they discuss religion and politics. Then finally, John speaks with legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson and they take calls from listeners on current news and the upcoming election.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today, John jokes about Trump's ever increasing dementia as he makes fun of people passing out at his Town Hall Meeting in Philadelphia then breaks into party mode where he dances like he's a Rock em Sock em Robot for 30 minutes. Then, he interviews Dr. Jemar Tisby who is a historian that studies race, religion, and social movements in the twentieth century. They discuss his new book "The Spirit of Justice: True Stories of Faith, Race, and Resistance". Next, he speaks to award-winning attorney, best-selling author, legal commentator, talk show host and television producer - Areva Martin. They talk about social justice, DEI, and her current show "The Special Report". And then John interviews Brent Booker who is the General President of the Laborers’ International Union of North America. They discuss labor unions, the upcoming election, and the fight to Get Out the Vote.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

The Amazing Joe Sudbay fills in for John while he is in Canada. He discusses the Harris campaign's promise to expand Medicare to pay for home health care and Trump's promise to use the military against his enemies. Then, Joe speaks with North Carolina Representative Lindsey Prather. Since Hurricane Helene devastated communities in Western North Carolina, Prather has been consumed with recovery, safety and opportunity to rebuild her constituent’s lives. Next, he interviews democracy and human rights advocate Christopher Purdy. They discuss a group he founded - The Chamberlain Network which mobilizes and empowers veterans to protect democracy through organizing, education, and community engagement. Then lastly, Joe chats with Jim Wertz who is running for State Senate to represent District 49 in Pennsylvania. They talk about being on the campaign trial with Kamala and the close races in Pennsylvania.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses the ever increasing lies Trump is spreading about migrants and immigration. Then, he talks with author and historian Kenneth C. Davis about how sometimes history repeats itself and what we can learn from it. Then finally, TV's Frank Conniff is back to joke with listeners about pop culture, the election, and the mouth breathing MAGAs.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this classic episode from the past, John interviews television producer, writer, musician, artist, and filmmaker Sacha Jenkins about his new documentary “Louis Armstrong's Black & Blues” which consists of many short interview clips and sound recordings from Louis Armstrong himself. Then he sits down with the critically acclaimed, award winning actor from North Wales - Sir Jonathan Pryce. They talk about his many works including "The Two Popes"; "Brazil"; "Game of Thrones"; the Shakespearean play "The Merchant of Venice"; and his role as Prince Phillip in the final two seasons of the award-winning Netflix historical drama series "The Crown".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.