Just Spoke with Mitch McConnell and He Said "Hey - I Do Look Like a Turtle!"

John tackles the ongoing mystery surrounding Mitch McConnell's health and the implications it has on the Senate. The lack of transparency regarding McConnell's condition raises crucial questions about political accountability and the public's right to know about their representatives. Then, he discusses the Trump Meme Coin—a cryptocurrency venture that has left many investors reeling. With reports indicating that nearly a million buyers lost huge amounts of money, he argues that Trump's business model resembles a "pump and dump" scheme, where he profits regardless of the coin's performance, leaving his supporters in financial ruin. Then, John interviews the CEO and Executive Editor of Lincoln Square - Susan J. Demas. They talk about the political turmoil surrounding Graham Platner, the Maine Senate candidate who has found himself at the center of controversy due to sexual assault allegations. He discusses the mixed reactions from the public, with some expressing outrage while others feel relief at potentially dodging a bullet. Next, he speaks with author and political strategist Blake Ashby about his new book "Socialism and the Democratic Party: The Case for a Return to Moderated Capitalism". Then, winding it up, John welcomes back comedian Keith Price to chat with listeners about the latest news and pop culture.

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9 Heinä 2h 3min

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7 Heinä 1h 25min

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6 Heinä 1h 15min

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4 Heinä 1h 37min

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3 Heinä 40min

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2 Heinä 1h 46min

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1 Heinä 1h 32min