The John Fugelsang Podcast

May is Mental Health Awareness Month and John brings to light many concepts involving these issues in America. He then speaks with Ira Shapiro, author of “The Betrayal” about Mitch McConnell’s destruction of the Senate as it was envisioned by the Founding Fathers. Finally a moving call from Teresa in NC who shared some raw and real thoughts about her daughter’s suicide death that are ultimately as beautiful in their memory as they are sad in their facts.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 recent mass shooting at a grocery store in Buffalo NY and other recent shootings in the US. He then speaks with Mark Follman, the author of “Trigger Points” and takes a call from Tempe 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 talks about the US hitting the milestone 1million COVID deaths in America. He also speaks with actor and activist George Takei and takes a call from Stephen in 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 COVID, chats with Thea Harper, and takes your phone 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 recent subpoenas for Kevin McCarthy and and four other GOP lawmakers allied with former President Donald Trump by the committee investigation the January 6th attack on the Capitol. He also talks with Francis Fukuyama about his new book “Liberalism and Its Discontents” then takes a call from Laura 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 recent Senate abortion vote, interviews Nolan Higdon and Mickey Huff on media literacy, media control and how to have a conversation in a fractured society, via their book “Let’s Agree to Disagree”, and speaks with Caller Jessica 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 talks about the celebration in the south of Confederate Memorial Day, which is still an actual holiday in several states. Then he speaks with Rev. Barry Lynn and activist Bill Baird on the original fight for reproductive freedom in America and the lessons we need to carry into the future. Lastly he has a warm and interesting conversation with a woman calling in from Las Vegas.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 other rights the GOP wants to strip from Americans. He then is joined by Nabeeha Kazi Hutchins of PAI.org on the American backslide on reproductive freedom while those rights grow elsewhere in the world. Finally he takes a call from a listener in Maryland.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 hypocrisy behind how many Christians view Roe v. Wade. Then, an interview with Ron Perlman on his upbringing and social media presence. 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 and comedian Keith Price discuss the Madison Cawthorn video. Then, Maggie Freleng and Jason Flom discuss reporting on wrongful convictions and giving voice to the voiceless. And John and comedian Leighann Lord take 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 about the draconian abortion laws that lie in wait, interviews Prof. Corey Brettschneider, who takes us inside Alito’s opinion, and speaks with Caller Brandon in California, a pro-life Democrat.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John continues talking about the overturn of Roe vs. Wade, interviews Dr. John Tholen, author of “Focused Optimism,” and speaks with Caller Steven in Denver.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 right-wing pearl clutching over the SCOTUS leak, interviews Rachel Laser from Americans United for the Separation of Church and State, and speaks with Caller Laura from 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 talks about the draft SCOTUS decision on Roe vs. Wade, his trip to the WHCA dinner, and interviews Lis Wiehl on her book “The Spy In Plain Sight.”See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Cheryl Ladd joins the show to discuss her new film, "A Cowgirl's Song," and discusses her decision to change Charlie's Angels. Then, Professor Nick Marx on why conservative comedy still counts as comedy. And John discusses the importance of voting in the midterm elections.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 passing of Orrin Hatch, interviews Angelo Carusone of Media Matters, and chats with Caller Dave on Dems 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 talks forgiving student loans chats with Bob Hennelly about labor unions, and chats with callers about student loan debt.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 right's disinformation and Marjorie Taylor Greene, chats with Bob Cesca of The Bob Cesca Podcast, and speaks with callers.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 Keith Price about comedy, theater and the Florida ban on talking about sexual identity, then takes audience calls.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John takes your calls, and Bob Cesca joins to talk about what's needed to strengthen the Democratic party.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 hypocrisy of many conservatives, then Kenneth C. Davis joins to talk about book banning, and audience calls.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John takes your calls about Critical Race Theory. Then, Comedian Keith Price discusses Florida's groomer law and NYC's changing theatre scene. And Bob Sesca discusses State Senator Mallory McMorrow's speech.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 Ron DeSantis and his Florida fascism, interviews Corey Brettschneider, and speaks with callers. 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 big business as the actual cause of inflation. David Rothkopf joins, and John speaks with callers.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 end of the mask mandate, talks with Mary Trump, author of "Too Much and Never Enough", and speaks with callers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John commemorates the political legacy of the Three-Fifths Compromise, interviews Danielle Moody, host of the Woke AF podcast, and speaks with callers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John Fugelsang talks about Jesus, Easter and the death penalty. Then, a discussion with John Nichols about J.D Vance's candidacy and Trump's endorsement. And Fugelsang 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 takes your calls and speaks with comedian Rhonda Hansome about Andrew Yang needing a history lesson. Then, John and Frank Conniff talk about Gilbert Gottfried with calls from Judy Gold, David Feldman and Kevin Bartini. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses why the RNC won't show up at the 2024 presidential debates, talks with Corey Brettschneider on SCOTUS, and chats with comedian John Poveromo.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

From The Archives: As we celebrate the life of comedy legend Gilbert Gottfried, we hear John host a Valentine's Day comedy version of The Newlywed Game with Gilbert, his wife Dara, comedian Jessica Kirson, and her spouse.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews Jackie Higgins on her book SENTIENT and KY progressive social media star Tonya Walker.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 midterms and Trump's endorsements, interviews Molly Jong Fast, 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.

Richard Linklater discusses his new film, "Apollo 10 1/2." Then, John discusses fake Christians and speaks with callers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John talks climate, speaks with callers, and chats with comedian Rhonda Hansome, who can be found at rhondahansome.comSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John interviews Rev. Barry Lynn, author of the upcoming book Paid To Piss People Off on the war in Ukraine, speaks with callers, and talks about reprogramming right-wingers.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John delivers a tribute to the life of Eric Boehlert, interviews Dorothy Roberts, the author of “Torn Apart” on foster family reform, and talks to callers. Caller from hour two.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 conferdate holidays, interviews guest Bryan Mark Rigg on Russia, NATO, and cyberwarfare, and John talks with callers.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 Bucha atrocities in Ukraine, interviews Jane Hoffman on her book "Your Data, Their Billions," and chats with a caller on Putin, Trump.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 federal legalization of marijuana, interviews filmmaker Ken Burns, the director of "Benjamin Franklin" and chats with Max Burns, Democratic strategist and founder of Third Degree Strategies.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John and Thea discuss a high school senior who was awarded 1.3 million dollars in scholarships. Then, a conversation with Carole and Leighann of Funny Women of a Certain Age. And why no one is acknowledging the fact that Trump did everything he accused Hillary Clinton of.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 Day Of Transgender Visibility, takes on Caller John from Florida, and interviews trans comedian Julia Scotti. 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 Madison Cawthorn pissing of the GOP with his tales of DC orgies, speakis with Bob Cesca of the Bob Cesca Show, and caller Donna in Kentucky talks about the dark side of Cawthorn.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses what President Biden said about Putin, interviews Brian Karem, author of "Free The Press" and host of the Just Ask The Question podcast, and how deeply Trump and his cronies were involved in the attempted coup on January 6th, 2021.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses Will Smith, Chris Rock, and what we should really be talking about after the Oscars. Plus, an interview with Dave Zirin, Sports Editor of The Nation about Brittney Griner, and the "Don't Say Gay" Bill becomes law in Florida. 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 Putin and the war in Ukraine, Ketanji Brown Jackson schooling Tom Cotton at her hearing and the difference between Judge Jackson and Kavanaugh's hearings.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 US hitting one millions deaths from COVID, the situation in Ukraine and interviews comedians Rhonda Hansome and Leighann Lord.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 Supreme Court Justice Clarence Thomas' wife Ginni pushed to overturn the 2020 presidential election, interviews Corey Brettschneider, professor of political science at Brown University, whose new book is "The Oath and the Office: A Guide to the Constitution for Future Presidents," and asks why Attorney General Merrick Garland seems to be hiding under a desk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

Trump withdraws his endorsement of Rep. Mo Brooks, Bob Cesca of The Bob Cesca Show joins John to discuss Ketanji Brown Jackson, and associate producer Thea comments on Senator Cory Booker's words during the confirmation hearingsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John discusses the latest from the Senate hearings for Supreme Court nominee Judge Ketanji Brown Jackson, speaks with Matthew Fray, the author of This Is How Your Marriage Ends, and deals with a raging right-wing caller.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

John brings you the latest news and then talks to Dave Zirin, Sports Editor for "The Nation" and author of "The Kaepernick Effect"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.