The John Fugelsang Podcast

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.

Today John gives a monologue running down the history of International Women's Day. He gives up staggering statistics on women's rights and abuses across the globe and explains why this holiday is so important. Then he takes calls from Dennis in Arizona on Tucker Carlson's lies.  Also Sean in California calls on the plight of women. Next he chats with political commentator Bob Cesca about Tucker Carlson and the Fox News scandal. Then John interviews the executive director of BlackPAC and the affiliated nonpartisan Black Progressive Action Coalition - Adrianne Shropshire. They talk about the anniversary of Bloody Sunday and voting rights. John wraps it up with a new Axios Poll on insulin and price controls.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 Fox News Host Tucker Carlson releasing misleading Capitol riot footage on his show and then being blasted by Senate Republicans. Then to add frosting to the cake - Dominion Voting Systems released a new batch of private emails and texts which expose Tucker and his co-workers as frauds. Then he interviews professor of sociology at Colby College and former police officer Neil Gross about his new book “Walk The Walk” which chronicles the story of three departments and their struggle to change aggressive police culture. Next John speaks with Ohio resident John Russell about his Substack "The Holler" which is described as class politics for rednecks and hippies. They talk about the Ohio train derailment which is near him. Then finally Tyler in Arkansas calls about abortion prosecution and Bob in West Virginia calls to talk about the Ohio train disaster. 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 conservative political commentator Michael Knowles' speech at last weekend's CPAC where he calls for the eradication of transgenderism. Then he interviews Dr. David Johns who is the Executive Director of the National Black Justice Coalition about the persecutions of trans people, the prejudice of Ron DeSantis, and increasing anti- Critical Race Theory rhetoric. Next he takes calls from Marie in Atlanta, Rob in Orlando, and Kat from Dallas. Then Rhonda Hansome joins the fun and they take calls from Mike in Georgia, George in North Dakota, and Randy in Indiana.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John plays clips and runs down the Top 10 funniest moments on at The Conservative Political Action Conference at National Harbor, Maryland. Then he interviews award-winning investigative journalist Bob Hennelly on the Norfolk Southern derailment. Next John welcomes Democratic strategist Max Burns. They chat about Ron DeSantis, The GOP, CPAC and takes calls from listeners. And finally a requiem for legendary actor Tom Sizemore and they take listener calls: Sela from Texas on the Ohio train derailment and Mitch at Kent State on the death of musician David Lindley.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John speaks with the award winning Senior Lecturer in the African American Studies Department at the University of Maryland College Park - Dr. Jason Nichols. They discuss the GOP's hate driven response to immigration and how MTG uses hate to further her career. Then he interviews the world-leading criminologist Professor Matthew Williams about his new book " The Science of Hate: How Prejudice Becomes Hate and what We Can Do to Stop it".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John writes a quick note to Rep. George Santos after the House Ethics Committee opens an investigation into his dealings. Then he talks with Prof. Corey Brettschneider about the DOJ saying Trump can be sued for the Jan. 6th insurrection and whether Ron DeSantis is worse than Donald Trump. Next Jeff in Illinois has a great idea to help Working Dogs for Vets.Org. And finally he interviews Oglala Lakota writer and journalist Simon Moya Smith about the 50 year anniversary of The Wounded Knee Occupation, also known as Second Wounded Knee, which began on February 27, 1973, when approximately 200 Oglala Lakota and followers of the American Indian Movement seized and occupied the town of Wounded Knee, South Dakota.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 full spectrum of democrats including: the right leaning NY Mayor Eric Adams who wants to bring prayer back to schools to the far left independent Bernie Sanders who's announced plans to introduce legislation that would cap U.S. insulin prices at $20 per vial after Eli Lilly pledged to cut the list prices of its most commonly used insulin products by 70%. Then he interviews Women's March Executive Director Rachel Carmona on the fight to keep Republican legislation out of women's health care. Next Rob from West Virginia calls to lament about the FBI saying that Covid 19 likely started in a Wuhan lab. Then lastly Comedy Daddy Keith Price comes aboard and they take callers who are reacting to Rob from West Virginia's Covid 19 remarks.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 discusses student loan debt forgiveness as the Supreme Court takes the matter under deliberations. Dave in Washington calls to weigh in. Then John interviews Rep. Mark Pocan (D-WI) on politics and policies. Next, David in Nevada checks in to talk about Trump and elections and then the Rude Pundit AKA Lee Papa joins the fun and he chats about Ron DeSantis and 2024 election possibilities. Steven from Kentucky calls to comment. And finally comedian, actor, and anthropologist Natalia Reagan returns with another edition of "Shit You Can’t Say". Attorney Marie from Atlanta calls to sing Happy Birthday to Chris.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 on Ronna McDaniel's "Loyalty Pledge" and the news that Fox Network chairman Rupert Murdoch acknowledged that some hosts endorsed the lies by former President Donald Trump that the 2020 presidential election was stolen and that he didn’t step in to stop them from promoting the claims. Then he interviews Professor of the History of Science and Affiliated Professor of Earth and Planetary Sciences at Harvard - Naomi Oreskes. She is co-author of the new book “The Big Myth: How American Business Taught Us to Loathe Government and Love the Free Market". Next Mary in Manhattan calls to chat about the Fox News defamation lawsuit brought by Dominion Voting Systems and Mitch at Kent State calls to discuss John's interview with George Harrison and other music trivia. Then finally Rhonda Hansome joins the fun and they talk about the dropping of the comic strip "Dilbert" due to the cartoonists racist comments. They take calls from listeners on Dilbert and racism. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John pays tribute to the announcement that Senator Dianne Feinstein is not seeking reelection. Then he marks a milestone for democrats with Majority Leader Chuck Schumer announcing 100 judicial nominations for the Biden administration. He chats with Norm in Florida on Ron DeSantis and the Black history of Florida and Charles in Miami on gun regulation and school shootings. Next Tim in New York calls in to talk about the Ohio train derailment. Also Raymond in L.A. calls to discuss toxic sites in the US. Then listener Kendall in Nebraska calls to chat about MTG's National divorce. Keith Price AKA Comedy Daddy returns once again to talk to listeners and discuss current news. Bruce in California calls to talk about the constitution and Sela in Texas calls to talk about the disabled Denver City Counselman who was forced to debate on the floor due to no wheelchair ramps. Finally - Dave in Pennsylvania speaks on Black History month and racism.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews Florida state Rep. Dianne Hart on the work she is doing to fight Ron DeSantis' new laws in Florida that are designed to cover up racist history. Next he interviews legendary comedic actor Eugene Levy on his past and his new TV show "The Reluctant Traveler" now available on Apple Plus. Then finally John chats with iconic French actor Sebastian Roche. They reminisce about his past works and his latest role as a Roman Catholic priest and the headmaster of an Indian boarding school for girls in the classic western drama "1923".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Sudbay guest hosts as he marks the 1 year anniversary of the Russian/ Ukrainian War. He takes calls from Mitch at Kent State about the Ohio train derailment, Bill in Orlando about MTG, Paul in New Jersey on the Trump speech in Ohio, and Sean in California on the toxicity of vinyl chloride. Then he interviews journalist Jack Jenkins on the Christian Nationalist movements in North Idaho. Next he speaks to Dr. Jason Nichols on Marjorie Taylor Greene’s National Divorce. And lastly Joe chats with Jordan Zakarin on the Ohio derailment, Ron DeSantis and more.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 an article in the New York Times by Bret Stephens which claims masks don't work in the fight against Covid 19. Then he takes calls from Sean in California and Greg in Florida about why masks are important. Next producer, writer, actor, and political commentator Bob Cesca returns and they talk about the looming indictments in the Georgia election tampering probe and the revelation that Fox Network hosts knew all along that Trump was lying about the 2020 election being stolen. Then finally attorney Marie from Atlanta calls in to discuss the comments made by the grand jury forewoman who was making decisions about whether Donald Trump should be indicted for election crimes in Georgia and Rob in Orlando calls in to chat about MTG asking for states to succeed from the Union.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Sudbay guests hosts and he discusses the day's headlines: Biden's fiery speech in Warsaw, elections results in Virginia and Wisconsin, and a few new details from the special grand jury's report in Georgia. Then he chats with Max Burns on current politics: MTG grandstanding, Speaker McCarthy's weakness, and Fox news hosts caught lying about the Big Lie. Next he speaks with legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson about the forewoman in the special grand jury on election tampering in Georgia speaking to the press. Then finally he welcomes David Nir from DailyKos Elections which covers special election results from around the country.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Joe Sudbay guest hosts and he interviews Jessie Ulibarri of the State Innovation Exchange. They discuss how to get involved on the local level in your community to create changes needed in your region. Next he looks at policy and engaging people in local politics with Abe Rakov who is the Managing Director of Run For Something. Then finally he talks with Iowa State Rep. JD Scholten about some scary right wing legislation that is being drafted there.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.