The John Fugelsang Podcast

John remembers the legendary Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist Gordon Lightfoot who passed away on May 1st. This flashback interview was in 2020 when his documentary "Gordon Lightfoot: If You Could Read My Mind" was being released and the pandemic was in full force. Then John interviews the iconic singer-songwriter producer Smokey Robinson. They talk about his past with the Miracles and Motown; why sex is important at any age, and his new album "Gasms" which is now available for download at smokeyrobinson.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John's discusses the GOP's response to the murder of Jordan Neely. The mentally ill man was screaming on the subway when a marine placed him in a chokehold for 15 minutes until he died. So far police have not pressed any charges. Marie from Atlanta calls to talk about Jordan Neely and Justice Clarence Thomas. Then John welcomes back Professors Corey Brettschneider and Julie Suk. They talk about Julie's new book "After Misogyny: How the Law Fails Women and What to Do about It". And then for Star Wars Day - John interviews Stephen Kent about his book “How the Force Can Fix the World: Lessons on Life, Liberty, and Happiness from a Galaxy Far, Far Away".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today - John's Monologue: Who morns for Jordan Neely? The 30-year-old man who was screaming on a subway train died after another rider grabbed him and placed him in a chokehold. So far police have not pressed any charges. Andre from Cali calls to weigh in. Then podcaster and political commentator Bob Cesca is back to chat about homelessness, the Trump campaign, and the new Fox News poll on guns. Next he takes calls from Dee in Reno, Mike in Miami, and Judy in Las Vegas on homelessness. And wrapping it up - John welcomes David Rothkopf and they talk about his new article in The Daily Beast called "How Bidenomics has Finally Defeated Reaganomics".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John is off today - Nayyera Haq is once again filling in. She discusses the Senate hearing on Supreme Court ethics and other headlines. Then she interviews the executive editor of Inc. Magazine - Diana Ransom. They chat about small business and entrepreneurship. Next she speaks with Marie in Atlanta, Sean in California, and Bill in New Jersey on SCOTUS ethics, the debt ceiling, and the war in Ukraine. And finally Nayyera talks with Olivier Knox, who is a National Political Correspondent and an anchor of The Daily 202 - they talk about loneliness. 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 way the media ignores the gun and changes the topic in every mass shooting to something else. He remembers the victims of the latest massacre in Cleveland, Texas as the hunt for the shooter continues. Then it's tall dark and Hansome Time - with comedian Rhonda Hansome. They chat about AR-15s and the bank collapses. Plus they play funny clips from the White House Correspondents Dinner. Next they talk with Vivian in Buffalo, Steven in Kentucky, Brian in Oregon, and Dave in Washington. And lastly; he interviews politician, publisher, author, and lobbyist who served as the 39th Governor of Wisconsin from 1977 to 1979 - Martin Schreiber. They discuss his book “My Two Elaines: Learning, Coping, and Surviving as an Alzheimer's Caregiver". 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 show - John runs down the many Supreme Court ethics issues that have been leaked or reported in the past week. Ron from Las Vegas calls in. Then POLITICS with Max Burns INCLUDING: The debt ceiling debate - Missouri trans kids healthcare laws - and 2024 elections prospects like RF Kennedy. Next ..Rob is back! Robert from Ft. Worth calls in and reports he has now moved to Ohio. AND listeners call to chat : Theresa in Washington - Bruce in Cali - and Michael in the Bronx. Then wrapping it up Chris and John play AI versions of Paul McCartney's voice doing a John Lennon song. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John welcomes back Senior Vice President, and Executive Editor of Rewire News Group - Jessica Mason Pieklo. She's an award-winning legal journalist and analyst with a decade of experience covering reproductive rights and justice issues. Also joining him - Senior Multiplatform Reporter for Rewire News Group - Garnet Henderson. She's the host and Producer of ACCESS: A podcast about abortion. They discuss the Supreme Court, the changing reproductive laws in many states, and other issues surrounding abortion. Then John interviews Climate and Environment Reporter Michael Elizabeth Sakas. She's the host of "PARCHED" a Colorado River podcast focused on solutions from Colorado Public Radio. They talk about the river's possible solutions to the many problems involving climate change and water rights in this new environment. 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 revisits Thirsty Thursday: Who's thirsty for attention? Ron DeSantis, Donald Trump, and Tucker Carlson. Then he talks with Prof. Corey Brettschneider about Trump's rape and assault trial and about Justice John Robert's rejection to appear at a Senate Supreme Court ethics hearing. Next he takes some calls - Jessica from Maine and Rachel from L.A. talk about Ron DeSantis and E. Jean Carroll. Then Dr. Jason Nichols joins him and they discuss the death of Carolyn Bryant Donham , the White woman whose accusation of making improper advances led to the 1955 lynching of Black teen Emmett Till in Mississippi – and whose role in the brutal death was reconsidered by a grand jury as recently as last year. They also chat about the prospects for the 2024 election.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

It's a mixed bag of news in today's podcast. John talks about Montana State Rep. Zooey Zephyr - the state's first openly transgender representative - who was barred by the Republican controlled house after she opposed a bill banning gender-affirming health care for minors. The House has passed Kevin McCarthy's bill to raise the debt ceiling while cutting spending by nearly 14 percent over a decade. Ted Cruz caught on a secret recording planning to create a commission to throw out Biden's votes in the 2020 election. Author and journalist E. Jean Carroll takes the stand in the Trump rape and assault civil case in New York. And Senate Judiciary Chair Dick Durbin asked Chief Justice John Roberts to testify for a hearing on Supreme Court ethics rules after Justice Clarence Thomas was found to have taken luxury gifts from a GOP billionaire. He takes calls from Richard in Houston and Chris in Pennsylvania. Then he chats with political commentator Bob Cesca about Tucker, Trump, and other presidential candidates. Joe from Wisconsin calls to talk about the stupidity of the GOP. Next John interviews political affairs analyst and commentator David Rothkopf on his new Op Ed in the Daily Beast called "Joe Biden is old - Get Over It!". And to wrap it up he talks with Dave in Washington and Bill in New Jersey.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 chats about President Biden's announcement that he will run for a second term. Then he discusses abortion as a campaign issue and ponders who else might run in 2024. He takes calls from Danny in Arizona and Alan in L.A. on who will run and what will happen in this next election. Then he interviews professor, sociolinguist, and author Valerie Fridland to talk about her new book “LIKE, LITERALLY, DUDE: Arguing for the Good in Bad English”. Next he welcomes back Dr. Tracy Pearson to debate about the Supreme Court, Trump's Court cases, and the firing of Tucker Carlson and Don Lemon. They both speak to Steven from Kentucky. And lastly a sad farewell to singer, actor, and activist Harry Belafonte who has passed away at age 96.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 firing of Fox News Host Tucker Carlson and CNN Host Don Lemon. Then he interviews Misty Blue, An Garagiola and Audrianne Goodwin of TRUTH Project Minnesota. The Towards Recognition and University-Tribal Healing—TRUTH—project is a Native-organized, Native-led, community-driven research movement that offers multiple recommendations on how the University of Minnesota community can be in better relation with Indigenous peoples. Next he welcomes back Juliet Jeske from Decoding Fox News to talk about the Untucking of Tucker. And finally Rhonda Hansome is back again. They talk about Tucker getting fired and some listeners call in: Joe from Ohio, Don from Colorado, and Charles in Miami. 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 podcast - John discusses Mifepristone as the Supreme Court has ruled to block lower-court decisions that would have placed restrictions on the drug while litigation proceeds. And he talks about the Texas Senate which passed a bill that would require the prominent display of the Ten Commandments in public school classrooms, reigniting a debate over the role of religion in schools and parental rights. He chats with Frank from Austin and Bob in North Carolina. Then Democratic strategist Max Burns returns to speak about current news. Next he plays clips of Biden's Earth Day Speech and lists off different songs that are Earth Day related. And finally he takes calls from Reverend Sandy in Cali, Pit Doc in Pennsylvania, Larry in Maryland, Rachel from L.A., Bob in Cali, and Laura in L.A.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews medical reporter for @BostonGlobe Jessica Bartlett about nursing shortages in Boston and across the country. Her article in the Boston Globe is Mass. hospitals turn to controversial labor practices to stretch beleaguered staff. Then he has fun with comedian Maz Jobrani. They talk about his early days comin from Iran, his beginnings as a comedian, and his latest special on YouTube "The Birds and The Bees". check out .mazjobrani.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

On this holiday: John talks about the evolution and dissolution of the war on drugs - AND he discusses the history of hemp and the ever growing legalization of cannabis. Then listeners call in - Norm from Tampa speaks on drug wars and Steven from Kentucky on transgender attacks by the GOP. Corey Brettschneider is welcomed back by John and he is joined by Julie Suk to discuss her new book “After Misogyny: How the Law Fails Women and What to Do about It”. Then finally he interviews Dr. Jason Nichols on mass shootings, the trans athlete ban bill, the Oklahoma sheriff, the RFK/Biden announcements and the Fox/ Dominion settlement.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today John goes over the settlement in the Dominion vs Fox News suit and explains why this isn't over for Fox. Then he tells of new poll which shows doughy mediocre pudding-fingers Ron DeSantis trailing again and he runs down a list of shitty things he has done up to the present. Mack from Wisconsin calls in to chat about today's news. Then John interviews comedian and writer Jena Friedman and they discuss her brand new book “Not Funny: Essays on Life, Comedy, Culture, Et Cetera". Next - Lola from the Catholic Center calls to ask why John isn't on Spoutible Social Media. And finally he talks to John Nichols of The Nation about his new piece called " Jim Jordan Wants to Make Alvin Bragg the Villain, But it's Not Working".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 involves the settlement of Fox News in court. They will pay more than $787 million to Dominion Voting Systems after the sides hammered out a last-minute settlement Tuesday in the explosive defamation case launched against the network. Fox acknowledged the court's rulings finding "certain claims about Dominion to be false." Then John interviews writer, activist, and research professional David Atkins on his latest piece in the Washington Monthly called "Trump, DeSantis Say They Just Want Peace in Ukraine. Don’t Fall for It". Next he talks with Jeff in Illinois about Working Dogs for Vets dot org. Then he welcomes back Andrew Lawrence of Media Matters and they talk about the Fox/ Dominion settlement. And to wrap it up - Zack in Tennessee calls in to speak about the lies of Fox News.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this podcast - John discusses the recent mass shootings and the lack of empathy from the GOP. He also talks about Jim Jordan's theatrics in New York attempting to discredit the Manhattan District Attorney who is prosecuting Donald Trump in the Stormy Daniels hush-money case. Then he welcomes Renee Graham who is an opinion columnist and associate editor for the Globe's op-ed page. They talk about her new piece entitled "The End of The Republican Party". Next he wonders about the return of Senator Diane Feinstein and takes calls from Sierra in Indiana and Dave in Washington. Then wrapping it up - Rhonda Hansome is in the house and they chat about guns and Jack Smith with Traveling Kendall, Katherine from Las Vegas, and Dustin in New York.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today John's monologue lists off the revoltingly fake Christians of the week - starring Ron DeSantis, Donald Trump, and Mike Pence. Eric from Oregon calls in to discuss Trump's media coverage and legacy. Then he interviews Rev. Barry Lynn about his new book “Paid to Piss People Off”. Next he takes calls from Rachel in L.A., Pit Doc from Ohio, and Drew in California on current news. Then finally he chats about the GOP attacking Trans people with Amir in California and Bill in New Jersey. 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 show - John brings in a comedian panel to have a roundhouse discussion on news of the week. Topics include Trump Crimes, The Dalai Lama, Abortion, Ron DeSantis, The Tennessee Three and he winds it up with The Unpopular Opinion Game. Comedy Panel > Calvin Cato, Maureen Langan, and John Poveromo.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode - John discusses the arrest of Massachusetts Air National Guardsman Jack Teixeira who is accused of leaking classified national defense documents on the Ukraine/ Russia war to his friends on a gaming site called "Discord". He then brings in Prof. Corey Brettschneider to mull over and make sense of the many crimes of Donald Trump as well as other current legal news. Next he chats with the senior lecturer in the African American Studies Department at the University of Maryland College Park - Dr. Jason Nichols about the new proposed "Ebony Alert". This is a bill that might help missing Black children and women get a similar amount of attention as white people who disappear. Then lastly - It's Miss Thea Harper and "The Minority Report". This time she discusses Shanquella Robinson, a Black woman, who was found dead in San Jose Del Cabo, Mexico, where she and her acquaintances traveled for vacation. A viral video that emerged shortly after Robinson's death depicts another woman severely beating her in a hotel, while two spectators in the room recorded the incident. U.S authorities have declined to press charges.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

First, John discusses confederates of Mississippi and Trump's takes on nuclear tech. Bob Cesca joins in to talk politics as Justin Pearson was restored to the Tennessee statehouse. Then, John brings up a brutal video depicting the decapitation of a Ukrainian solider that has been recently circulating online and he plays President Zelenskyy's promise to restore the damage done by Russia. Next, he take calls and discusses white supremacy and extremist right-wing gun violence. Finally, Cody Hounanian of the Student Debt Crisis Center joins to talk student debt obstacles.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John lists off all the hypocrites he can find for his latest round of "Two Faced Tuesday". Then he talks to attorney Marie in Atlanta about New York D.A. Alvin Bragg suing Congressman Jim Jordan. Investigative journalist Bob Hennelly then returns to the show and John grills him on unions and labor Issues. Next he welcomes comedian, writer, and actor Natalia Reagan back again for another rendition of "Shit You Can't Say". They chat with Jim in Michigan about the Dali Lama scandal. And finally he interviews legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson on a federal judges decision to invalidate the FDA's approval of the abortion drug Mifepristone and other current news. They take calls from Jeff in Illinois, Mitch from Kent State, Daniel from Connecticut, and Mike in Michigan.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John gives a monologue about the recent mass shooting at the Old National Bank in Louisville Kentucky where 6 people were killed including the shooter. He talks to Brian in Oregon about guns and Justice Clarence Thomas. Next he interviews journalist Clint Rainey about the results in a new FastCompany/Harris Poll. Then finally, he chats with Rhonda Hansome about Easter, current news, and guns. They talk to Jay in North Carolina, Aaron in Massachusetts, Lance in New Orleans, Brad in Texas, and Steven from Kentucky.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 new law in Idaho that restrict people from leaving the state to get an abortion. He then interviews the Senior Lecturer in the African American Studies Department at the University of Maryland College Park - Dr. Jason Nichols and they discuss the 2 black democratic House lawmakers in Tennessee that were ousted by Republicans after they protested for gun reform. Next "Comedy Daddy" Keith Price returns and they talk about current politics including the indictment of Trump. They chat about the news with Bill in New Jersey, Brian in Oregon, and Jeff in Virginia.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews Texas State Representative Jessica González. They discuss what it's like to be a democrat in Texas - fighting for voting rights, rights for LGBTQ people, and a woman's right to have an abortion. Then he has an intimate sit down with the iconic musician, singer and songwriter Graham Nash. They talk about his passions, the death of David Crosby, and his new album due out May 19th called "Now".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John reminds us the true meaning of Holy Week and he talks about the justice of Trump's arrest in New York and the injustice of the Tennessee House expelling 2 Black Democrats over their assault weapons protest. He then takes calls from Sean in California, and Cal in Kansas. Next John discusses Trump and other news with Prof. Corey Brettschneider. Then to wrap things up he chats with Brent in Arizona, and Riley in Montana.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 the many evils that are NOT involved with Trump such as the various new state bills that target trans people and the Right Wing hypocrisy of identity politics when a trans shooter emerges. He talks to Sean and John in California. Next he speaks with political commentator Bob Cesca about Trump and other news. And lastly he interviews Dr. Annabelle Manalo-Morgan, author of the new cannabis book “The Mighty Flower”.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 big Trump arraignment in New York and the many other probes that are progressing into other indictments. He takes calls from Sean in California and Mannish in New Jersey. Then he talks with Matt Gertz, the Senior Fellow at Media Matters for America. They talk about the Trump arraignment, Trumps other crimes, and the Fox/ Dominion Lawsuit. Then John chats with Legal Policy Political & Cultural Analyst and Democratic Strategist Dr. Tracy Pearson. They unpack the Trump arraignment and take calls from Christopher in Rochester, Sela in Texas, Marine Corps Lou Smith, Jeff from Virginia, Steve in Washington, and Dylan in New Mexico.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 hype and preparations prior to the big Trump arraignment in New York City. He then takes calls from Katherine in Florida, Dean in L.A., and Dave in Washington. Then he interviews Imara Jones who is the creator of TransLash Media, a cross-platform journalism, personal storytelling and narrative project. She was also the host of "The Last Sip", a weekly, half-hour news show which targeted Millennials of color, especially women and the LGBTQ community. She is transgender. Next Rob the racist in Orlando calls. And finally Rhonda Hansome comes to chat about Trump and other news.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John lists off the biggest Fake Christians of the week including the Kentucky legislature, Tucker Carlson and Ron DeSantis. He then takes calls from Paul in New Jersey, Steeva in Pittsburg, and Sean in California. Next he talks with Kristin Rowe-Finkbeiner, author, speaker, radio host, co-founder and the executive director/CEO of MomsRising.org and board president of the MomsRising Education Fund. They discuss the House passing the GOP's Parents Bill of Rights Act. Finally, Richard in Washington calls in to talk about the Trump indictment and democratic strategist Max Burns joins in once again to chat on the Wisconsin election and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews Sally Kohn - liberal political commentator, community organizer, and founder and chief executive officer of the Movement Vision Lab, a grassroots think tank that focuses on liberal and progressive ideas and positions. They talk about her book "The Opposite of Hate: A Field Guide to Repairing Our Humanity." Next he chats with stand-up comedian, actress, podcaster, television writer, author and producer Judy Gold. She tells him about her book and her one woman show called "Yes I Can Say That".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John delivers the good news about the Trump indictment in New York. He then talks to Maria in Texas, Victoria in California, and Sean in California about Trump. Next he hangs with Prof. Corey Brettschneider and he makes sense of the Trump indictment. Then John chats with Dr. Jason Nichols on Trump and more…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 does a round up of the biggest white supremist stories this week: State officials in Florida removed the Disney movie Ruby Bridges from schools after a parent complained the history of Jim Crow was being taught. New York City's Audubon Society has chosen to change their name because John James Audubon was a slave owner. And the DOD has begun renaming 9 U.S. Army bases that honor confederates. Then he talks to director, actor, blogger, and political commentator Bob Cesca about Trump and other current politics. Next he talks about former Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz getting grilled by Senator Bernie Sanders over his anti-union stance. Nancy from Michigan calls in about the right wing civil war. Then finally Comedy Daddy Keith Price returns and they discuss AR-15s with James in Chicago, Bruce in California, Brian in Oregon, and Mitch at Kent State.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John shares new details about the mass shooting at a Christian school in Nashville where 6 people were killed. He discusses some of the statistics of gun deaths in the U.S. and explains why "Thoughts and Prayers" from the GOP are not enough for the victims and families of gun violence. He then takes calls from Theresa in New England, Bruce in California, and Victor in Colorado. Next he speaks with Tom Merritt of the Daily Tech News about TikTok, Twitter, and section 230 of the communications decency act which provides immunity for online computer services with respect to third-party content generated by its users. Then to wrap it up he interviews Virginia State Senator Louise Lucas about Virginia's abortion bans, voting suppression, and gun safety.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode - John talks about the Nashville school shooting where 3 kids and 3 staff members were killed. Then he interviews journalist at the Daily Beast Kelly Weill - they talk about her book “Off the Edge: Flat Earthers, Conspiracy Culture, and Why People Will Believe Anything”. Next comedian Rhonda Hansome joins in to chat about Trump, the Nashville shooting, and other current news. They take calls from Dave in Washington and Michael in the Bronx. Then to wrap it up John plays a clip of John Stewart trashing the GOP and Rhonda promotes her new upcoming show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today John talks about McCarthy's "Parents Bill of Rights" and the banning of books in schools. He takes a call from Reverend Sandy in L.A. and Christian in Texas. Then he interviews award-winning journalist and CEO of Ernest Media Empire - Ernest Owens and they discuss his new book “The Case For Cancel Culture”. Next he talks with Leroy in Minnesota about the inspiration of John Fetterman and Sean in California calls to agree. The lastly he speaks with award winning democratic strategist Max Burns on Trump, gun legislation, and other current politics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews the chair of Religion and Africana Studies at the University of Pennsylvania - professor Anthea Butler. They talk about her book "White Evangelical Racism: The Politics of Morality in America". Next he welcomes Texas State Senator Carol Alvarado to the show. They discuss how to fight legal discrimination in Texas involving immigration, voter suppression, and abortion. And lastly Thea Harper gives up this week's Minority Report and they chat about the toxic Ohio train disaster and the toxic problems with an industrial section of Louisiana called "Black Cancer Alley".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 defense of insurrectionist Ashli Babbitt by Trump and the GOP, the Tallahassee School that fired their principle after a parent complained a Renaissance art lesson was pornographic, and the testy congressional hearing over whether to ban the TikTok app entirely in the US due to national security concerns. Then he chats with Prof. Corey Brettschneider about the many Trump investigations. Next he welcomes back political analyst Dr. Jason Nichols and they talk about Texas schools changing laws to allow discrimination, the Trump narrative about his arrest, and Young Turks commentator Ana Kasparian tweeting that she finds certain trans-inclusive ways of addressing 'women' as degrading. Then finally he speaks about the authorization of military force in Iraq being finally repealed. He takes calls from Jim in California, and Riley in Montana. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this episode - John talks about the battle of the invasion of pythons to the state of Florida and the battle of jabs between Donald Trump and Florida Governor Ron DeSantis. He takes calls from Marsha from San Diego, Keith in San Jose, Chris in Pennsylvania, and John in Florida. Then he chats with comedian Carole Montgomery about her show "Funny Women of a Certain Age". Next he plays a clip of white house press secretary Karine Jean-Pierre responding to Ron DeSantis' decision to expand the "Don't Say Gay" law to all grades and he takes a call from Mark in Portland. Then closing it up he welcomes Natalia Reagan for another edition of "Shit You Can’t Say" plus EVEN MORE SNAKE TALK with Sela from Texas, Dylan in New Mexico, and Brian in Oregon. 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 laments about the predicted Trump arrest in New York that still has not happened. And he jokes about the arrest hoopla that was all for nothing. Then he interviews author Andre Solo on his new book “Sensitivity”. Next he takes a call from Marine Corp Lou in Florida about PTSD. And lastly he talks with Jina Krause-Vilmar, CEO of Upwardly Global about their work helping immigrants and refugees rebuild their careers and find meaningful employment in the United States.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John marks the first day of spring and 20 years since the war in Iraq. The mass killings of Iraqis commenced on the 19th of March in 2003, with the "Shock and Awe" bombing of Baghdad. He takes a call from Dave in Washington on his tour of duty there. Then he interviews author Tom Wheelwright on the Trump tax returns and his book "Tax-Free Wealth: How to Build Massive Wealth by Permanently Lowering Your Taxes". Next he takes a call from Mark in Portland on the Trump indictments. And finally comedian Rhonda Hansome returns to talk about Trump, they takes calls from Brian in Oregon, Bob in West Virginia, Steve in San Diego, and Bill in Pennsylvania. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today John gives a requiem for actor and musician Lance Reddick. Then he discusses the looming indictment of Donald Trump in New York over the Stormy Daniels hush money case. Morris Pearl of Patriotic Millionaires then joins him to talk about the banking collapse. After that - John interviews author Nathan J. Robinson about his new book “Responding to the Right”. And finally listeners call in - Rich in Indiana talks about Nazis and Mitch at Kent State chats about Trump's indictment.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John sits down with actress Katee Sackhoff for a quick chat about her early beginnings as a competitive swimmer, her iconic role as Lieutenant Kara "Starbuck" Thrace on the Sci Fi Channel's "Battlestar Galactica", and her character Bo-Katan Kryze on the Disney + series "The Mandalorian". Then he interviews legendary actor Ernie Hudson. They talk about his childhood being raised by his grandmother, his deep conviction to his religion, and his many roles in countless movies including "The Crow", the various "Ghostbusters" movies, and his newest film "Champions".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John gives up a list of some truly hateful stories in the news this week: Republican lies about bank closings; school history books being changed to erase ethnicity; a stupid Nazi who threatens murder to a cop; and millions of GOP secessionists living in a hateful fantasy. Then he chats with Theresa in Washington on reparations and Dave in Washington on Katee Sackhoff in Battlestar Galactica. Next he speaks with Prof. Corey Brettschneider on Law and the Courts. And he interviews Dr. Jason Nichols - a Senior Lecturer in the African American Studies Department at the University of Maryland College Park - on current events and politics. Then lastly Kat from Dallas calls in to explain why "WOKE" is a good thing. 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 what will happen and who will be involved as we lead up to the 2024 election. He also talks about a Texas judge who is hearing an abortion pill case that could disrupt access to the medication nationwide. Then he chats with Bob Cesca talks about Star Wars, Star Trek, The Oscars, and Donald Trump. Next he takes calls from Linda in Kansas on yesterday's interview with theologian Diana Butler Bass and Steve in Chicago on Trump. Then finally Keith Price AKA "Comedy Daddy" returns to chat about the news. They take calls from William in Toronto, and Frederick in Maryland. 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 discusses the true meaning of "WOKE" and how the right uses the term as an all-purpose bigot dog whistle. He also explains the real reason the two U.S. banks collapsed. Then he interviews author and historian of Christianity - Diana Butler Bass on women's history month and theology. Next he chats with anthropologist, primatologist, actor, producer, writer, host and comedienne Natalia Reagan on St. Patrick’s Day and more "Shit You Can't Say". Then finally - Mae in Colorado calls to talk about religion and theology.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

In this podcast - John discusses the recent banking crisis after two major banks failed and the FDIC stepped in to guarantee funds and avert even more panic. He takes a call from Lance in California on the banking crisis. Then Charles from Miami calls to talk about the Trump and Pence battle. Next Rhonda Hansome comes to chat about the hypocrisy of Pence and DeSantis. They take calls from Rodney in South Carolina, Norm in Tampa, and Brian in Oregon. Then to wrap it up Rhonda and John talk about Lynn Council - a man who was falsely accused of robbery in North Carolina and was finally released from jail with apologies from the police department after 62 years in prison. 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 all the batshit crazy political news from the right this past week and the amazing recent accomplishments that should be applauded from the left. Then he discusses the lies and propaganda of Fox News with the president of Media Matters for America - Angelo Carusone. Next he interviews neurologist and sleep specialist Dr. Pedram Navab about his new book “Sleep Reimagined: The Fast Track to a Revitalized Life”. And finally he takes listener calls from Beachside Bill on the time change and the recent Space X launch, Bill in New Jersey on nicknames for Trump, and Mitch at Kent State on The News Literacy Project which is a nonpartisan education nonprofit, that is building a national movement to advance the practice of news literacy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews Academy Award-winning actor F. Murray Abraham about his past works, his Oscar-winning performance in "Amadeus", and his newest movie "The Magic Flute". Then he interviews Tess Wilkinson-Ryan who is a Professor of Law and Psychology at the University of Pennsylvania and author of "Fool Proof: How Fear of Playing the Sucker Shapes our Selves and the Social Order".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Today John tells the tale of 3 Republican efforts in stupidity. In West Virginia a law protecting child marriage, in Tennessee low level government clerks can deny marriage licenses if they choose, and evangelicals have kicked out their most popular church because they chose to ordain women as clergy. Then he talks to Prof. Corey Brettschneider about Trump being invited to appear before a N.Y. grand jury in the Stormy Daniels hush money probe. Next he talks to Last Mile Radio hosts Chris Redlitz and Eric Abercrombie which deals with prison reform. And finally he takes listener calls and he plays a clip of Stacey Elizabeth Plaskett. She is a non-voting delegate to the United States House of Representatives from the United States Virgin Islands and she called out Jim Jordan for withholding information from the Democrats during their Twitter hearings. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.