The John Fugelsang Podcast

In this episode John discusses the recent shooting at the Greenwood Park Mall in Greenwood, Indiana and how the 2nd Amendment works great for all mass shooters. He then speaks with comedians Oscar Aydin and John Poveromo. They talk about current events and political issues. Then finally he chats with Marsha in California and Rhonda Hansome and Chris Hauselt join him discussing weapons of war with caller Kendall in California.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John's opening monologue includes a commercial for Joe Manchin that lists his republican accomplishments and a way to dethrone him. Then John hangs with comedian Myq Kaplan talking about political humor, religion, and how to stay positive in dark times. Then they both chat with callers Jason in Florida, Katherine in Las Vegas, Ryan in Pennsylvania, Richie in Los Angeles, and Shara in Texas.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 lawmakers are battling over women's reproductive rights and how the January 6th committee has carefully constructed a clever plan to build their case against Trump bit by bit - gathering more evidence each day. Next he chats with comedian Keith Price about Broadway, Harrison Ford, and the latest January 6th committee hearing. Then finally, John and Keith take calls from Joseph in New Mexico, Bill in Florida, California in Queens, Sean in California, and Frank 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.

In this episode John talks about the GOP blocking reasonable legislature protecting women's rights to get a safe, legal abortion. And he projects what will happen if Trump announces he will run for the presidency again. Next he interviews Corey Brettschneider about the recent SCOTUS decisions and the January 6th committee revelations. Finally he takes calls from Ken in Virginia and Brian in Oregon on Christianity in congress and the GOP trashing trans people.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 many denials that a 10 year old girl was raped in Ohio then traveled out of state to get an abortion. Then John chats with Comedian John Poveromo about comics having to navigate social media and always supporting centrist democrats. Next John Poveromo joins John as they talk to callers Bruce in California and David in Nevada about the 10 year old who was raped. Finally he speaks to Doug in North Carolina and Todd 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 an overview of the 7th January 6th committee hearing. Next he speaks with Journalist Amanda Marcotte on Biden’s reaction to Roe being overturned and more. Then he interviews Author Malcolm Nance on insurrection v. terrorism and his new book “They Want To Kill Americans: The Militias, Terrorists, and Deranged Ideology of the Trump Insurgency”. Then wrapping it up he takes a call from Dave in Pittsburgh.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 Biden's accomplishments and the ageism that plagues his presidency. He then chats with comedians Irene Bremis, Frank Conniff & Ronnie Marmo on ageism in the media and the role of comedy in today’s climate. Next he talks about Trump, the Jan. 6th hearings, and 2024 presidential race with the panel. Following that a lightning round of the Unpopular Opinion game with Irene Bremis, Frank Conniff & Ronnie Marmo. Then wrapping it up he and comedian Rhonda Hansome take a call from Liz in Pennsylvania. She wants Biden to clear student debt, which will mobilize young voters.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John talks with comedians Gianmarco Soresi and Jim Mendrinos on current politics including abortion bans, the latest job report, and the worst of the GOP. Then they talk with Trucker Steve about abortion. Next John asks what unpopular opinions Gianmarco Soresi and Jim Mendrinos have. Then finally they talk to Jim in Michigan on criticizing Biden and the importance of criticizing to foster change.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 resignation of British Prime Minister Boris Johnson. Then he speaks with comedian Leighann Lord about mass shootings and gun control. Finally he takes calls from Sela in Texas, Scott in Virginia, Mitch at Kent State, Roger in Queens, and Elizabeth in Texas.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John compares IRS scandals of the past and present and discusses the GOP's hypocrisy on investigations from the IRS. Next he talks with Brian Karem about Politics and the Press. Then he speaks with Nida Khan on the need to shift Democratic messaging. Then wrapping it up he chats with caller Dave from Santa Fe.      See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John invites a roundhouse discussion on the need for a new Biden/Dems game plan before the midterms to get more people to vote. He then speaks with Lindsay Schubiner, Director of the Western States Center's Momentum Program on countering white supremacy and the group Patriot Front. Next Keith Price joins in and they chat with Dave in Pittsburgh, Frank in Georgia, Beachside Bill in Florida, Bill in New Jersey, “Riley” in the Dakotas, and Mitch from 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 discusses America’s connected tragedies over the 4th of July Weekend.  He then interviews John Nichols of The Nation talking current events and politics. Lastly he takes calls from Mary in Manhattan. Marsha in San Diego, 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.

John talks about philosophy, Stanley Kubrick and the upcoming season of Stranger Things with legendary actor Matthew Modine. Next he interviews Tom Petty's daughter Adria Petty about her father and her new project featuring newly released music from the Everly Brothers. Then winding it up he chats with Andrea in Colorado about women's health and Ilene in Georgia about people switching parties. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John talks with Historian Kenneth C. Davis about how current events have come full circle and the beginnings of the 4th of July and the Declaration of Independence. He then talks to directors Dan Geller and Dayna Goldfine about their new documentary: Hallelujah: Leonard Cohen, a Journey, a Song. To close it up - John chats with Bill in New Jersey and Adam in Tennessee.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 high demand for abortion-inducing pills and the back tracking of republicans after the Supreme Court overturned Roe V Wade. He also talks to callers about Cassidy Hutchinson and Ron DeSantis. Next he interviews Rusty Anderson - guitarist for hundreds of "A" list musicians and currently in Paul McCartney's band. (The interview includes his new single Fire Fly). Then Chris and John talk Hollywood and do impressions of Alec Baldwin and Trump. Then finally he chats with Mike in Missouri on what would happen if Republicans return to power.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 Good, Bad and Batshit crazy decisions of The Supreme Court PLUS a special Seussian poem about the SCOTUS written by John. He also takes a call from Louie in Florida. Next he interviews actor and director Matthew Modine. Finally he takes calls from Rich in Denver and Sela in Texas.    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 states that are immediately taking away safe legal abortions and the hypocrisy of the GOP. Then he speaks to Kayla Gogarty of Media Matters on anti-LGBT group Moms for Liberty. Finally he takes calls from Aaron in Pennsylvania and Linda in Iowa.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 revealing testimony of Cassidy Hutchinson in the latest January 6th committee hearing. He then speaks with Allison Gill author of @MuellerSheWrote and host of the Daily Beans podcast. Then closing it up he takes calls from Victoria in California and Dave in Washington.  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 latest Supreme Court ruling allowing prayer in schools and the end of safe legal abortions in red states. He then speaks with a panel featuring comedians Talia Reese, Scott Blakeman and Todd Montesi on current events.  Finally he chats with Rolando in Southern California, Steven in Kentucky, and Jay in Northern California.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 Supreme Courts ruling to overturn Roe v Wade. Next he Francis Callier and Angela Shelton aka Frangela duo about the SCOTUS decision and more. Then he talks with Prof. Anthea Butler from the University of Pennsylvania Dept. of Religious Studies about the ramifications of the SCOTUS ruling. Finally he chats with Writer and Activist Lauren Rankin.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John reviews and highlights some clips of the January 6th Select Committee hearings and ponders on some Trump comments about it at a recent GOP rally with comedian Leighann Lord. He then takes calls from Sela in Texas, Charles in Miami, and Dave in Pittsburg. Next he interviews Frank Santopadre the Emmy-winning writer of award shows, talk shows, roasts, and Co-host of "Gilbert Gottfried's Amazing Colossal Podcast!" Lastly he chats with Linda in Iowa.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 takeaways from the January 6th Select Committee hearing and the recent SCOTUS decisions to take away the rights of Americans. He then chats with Theodore R. Johnson author of “When The Stars Begin To Fall”. Then wrapping it up he takes calls from Laura in Florida and Earl in California.     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 current bipartisan gun safety bill in congress and the proposed federal gas tax suspension by President Biden. He then has a talk with Bob Cesca on recent political topics and the January 6th committee hearings. The to wrap it up he chats with Linda in Iowa and Sean in California.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 Texas Republican Convention and the latest instalment of the January 6th Committee Hearings. He then speaks with Rev. Barry Lynn on politics and the separation of church and state. Finally he takes calls from Doug in North Carolina and Greg in Ohio.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 John Cornyn's attempt at sensible gun control legislation and the fanatical GOP that continues to block it. He then chats with Brian Ray the current guitarist in Paul McCartney’s band. Finally he takes calls from Mark in Maryland and Ed 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 reviews comments and gives a summery of some of the highlights from the January 6th Committee hearings. Next he interviews actress, producer, radio host, singer, podcaster, and author Marilu Henner. Finally he takes calls from David in Nevada, Norm in Tampa, and Richie in Los Angeles. 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 rumors of Lauren Boebert being a sex worker and having abortions. Next he takes a call from Kim in New York. John then talks with Ryan Britt the author “Phasers on Stun!” a book about Star Trek. Finally he chats with Bryan in Oregon.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John reviews the revelations of the second January 6th Committee hearing. He then talks with Juan Gonzalez of Democracy Now! On the latest edition of his book, “Harvest of Empire”. Finally he takes calls from Bill in Pennsylvania and Milton in Miami. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John reviews details and revelations from the first January 6th Committee hearing. He then talks with Bruce McCulloch (The Kids in the Hall) on his one man show in NYC. Then he chats in studio with comedians Adam Sank and Erik Bransteen. Finally he comments on the fining of a Washington Commanders coach over comments made about the Jan 6th riots.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John takes calls and plays clips from the first Jan 6th Committee Hearing. He also discusses President Biden's appearance talking about the divisive gun control debate on Jimmy Kimmel Live. He then speaks with Majid Padellan and Kevin Bartini about current events and guns in America. Finally he also takes calls from Ryan in Oregon, Mitch at Kent State, and Stan in St. Louis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses some of the main points revealed from the first of many televised January 6th committee hearings with Prof Corey Brettschneider. He then takes a call from Luke in Vermont about the delayed response from the DOJ. Next he has a roundtable chat about the different conclusions the hearing was pointing to with Lee Papa aka @rudepundit and finally he talks with caller Israel in Nevada.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses SCOTUS Brett Kavanaugh's recent assassination attempt by a man upset with a possible abortion ruling and the Uvalde mass shooting. He then speaks with actor and political commentator Bob Cesca on current events and the Jan. 6th hearings. Next, John and Keith Price take a call from David in Connecticut. They then wrap the show with caller Kendall.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John speaks on the vagueness of addressing domestic terrorism. Then, Dr. David Johns from the National Black Justice Coalition speaks about anti-trans legislation and LBGTQ+ injustices facing the country. Bob Hennelly reports on labor, and John takes your calls.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John talks headlines and polling on guns, hosts a panel with comedians Rhonda Hansome and Kevin Bartini, plus Majid Padellan (@BrooklynDad_Defiant), and takes your calls.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 many recent harmful and destructive acts of Florida governor Ron DeSantis. Then he talks with Marc Lamont Hill and Todd Brewster, authors of “Seen and Unseen” on technology and social justice. Lastly he takes a call from Susan in South Carolina about teachers and transgender rules in her state.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 recent mass shootings and attempts by congress to block sensible gun legislation. He also interviews the host of The Rude Pundit Podcast - Lee Papa about current events. Then he takes calls from Charles in Miami and Steve in Los Angeles. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John ponders the GOPs response to recent gun control legislation after the recent mass shootings in Texas and Oklahoma. He then speaks to Prof. Corey Brettschneider who previews the upcoming televised January 6th hearings. Then to wrap it up, he takes a call from Chris in Oakland, California on arming teachers in the classroom.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 recent mass shooting at a hospital in Tulsa Oklahoma, the 100th anniversary of the Tulsa race riot and gun control blockades. He then speaks with comedian Kira Soltanovich on her Ukraine roots and a fundraiser on June 5th at the Hollywood Improv. Finally he takes calls from Rob in Seattle, Bill in New Jersey and Colson in Canada.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 gun control controversy after the mass shooting in Uvalde TX. He then speaks with Gregg Barak, author of “Criminology on Trump”. Lastly he takes a call from right wing listener Jimmy in Oklahoma about the value of owning guns and why people should have them.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 Memorial Day broadcast - John celebrates American Asian Pacific Islander Month. In the second of a two part series he interviews Panthea Lee on violence against Asian women. He also talks with political science expert Francis Fukuyama about his new book - Liberalism and it's Discontents. To wrap it up he takes a call from Richard in Seattle and Mitch at Kent State on Guns and the Uvalde Tx mass shooting aftermath.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 Memorial Day broadcast - John celebrates American Asian Pacific Islander Month. In the first of a two part series he interviews Mia Ives-Rublee - a disabled transracial adoptee who has dedicated her life's work to civil rights activism and George Takei - an American actor, author, and activist. He is internationally known for his role as Hikaru Sulu, helmsman of the fictional starship USS Enterprise in the television series Star Trek. Finally he takes a call from Sally in Montana.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Listen in as John honors celebrities who have recently passed and the 19 children who lost their lives in Uvalde Texas. Then John hangs with stand up comedian and host of the podcast Dystopia Tonight - John Poveromo. Wrapping it up he takes a call from Paul in New Jersey 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.

John Talks about the GOP's failure to act on gun control after the mass shooting in Uvalde Texas. He then chats with Natalia Reagan on words we should stop using: Lone Wolf. Finally he takes a call from Jeff on his war experience, guns 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 talks about how republicans refuse to act on gun laws once again after 19 children were gunned down in Texas and how the NRA is going ahead with their plans to hold a big convention there - featuring Former President Trump . He then interviews Keith Giles, former pastor and author of “Jesus Unarmed” and closing the show he takes a call from Richard in Seattle. 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 latest tragic mass shooting at an elementary school in Uvalde Texas. He then speaks to Igor Volsky the Executive Director of Guns Down America and finally takes a call from Marie in Atlanta.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 blistering report that detailed 20 years of sexual abuse allegations and cover ups from the Southern Baptist Convention including a former president who's now accused of sexual assault. He then speaks with Allison Gill on her abortion access and military sexual abuse. Then finally John takes a call from Jackie about the big election in Georgia.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 great replacement theory - fascist - antiabortion convergence of the GOP. He then speaks with caller James in Indianapolis about the bible and finally John and Frank Conniff look at GOP primary results and wonder if the right have begun to eat their own.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 GOP hypocrisy on what "Right to Life" means to them. He then interviews the whole gang from The Kids in the Hall who are doing a new show on Amazon Prime. He then takes a call from Dave in Vermont.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 Oklahoma’s new anti-abortion laws. Then he speaks with Eric Ward of the Western States Center on the Buffalo mass shooting and extremist, racist hate crimes. Finally he takes a call from Mark in Portland.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 latest tweets from Elon Musk describing Democrats as 'the party of division and hate' after legislators questioned his attempt to take control of Twitter. He then speaks with Bob Cesca on the viral clip of George W. Bush condemning Russia's attack on Ukraine, but accidentally calling it Iraq. He then chats with caller Katherine in Las Vegas who drops a whole lot of knowledge to think about. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.