Passing the Torch of Leadership to the Next Generation
John is still on vacation this week. Democratic strategist Max Burns guest hosts again and he talks about President Biden's heroic Oval Office speech explaining why he chose to give up his bid for reelection. Then, he speaks with Christina Reynolds of EMILY’s List which is an American political action committee (PAC) that aims to help elect Democratic female candidates in favor of abortion rights to office. Next, Max talks with the Vice President of Politics for Crooked Media - Shaniqua McClendon on how the media plays an important role in politics. And lastly, he interviews political blogger Parker Molloy. They discuss the persecution and politics of trans people.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
25 Heinä 20241h 31min
The Smoke and Mirrors of JD Vance
Political strategist Max Burns sits in for John this week. He talks about the first big speech from Kamala Harris and the promises and lies of JD Vance. Then, he speaks with political commentator Ameshia Cross on how Kamala can win the nomination. Next, Max chats with journalist Erin Overbey about the good, bad, and the ugly sides of the media. And rounding it out, he interviews author Jared Yates Sexton on how billionaires are syncing up with the GOP.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
24 Heinä 20241h 36min
Biden Drops Out
Political Strategist Max Burns guest hosts while John is on vacation. He talks about President Biden dropping out of the presidential race and plays clips of the many reactions. Then, Max speaks with political analyst Brian Karem about V.P. Kamala Harris's chances of beating Trump. Next, he takes calls from listeners about who Harris might pick as a running mate. And finally, Max interviews former congressman Joe Walsh on the failings of Trump's VP pick JD Vance.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
23 Heinä 20241h 25min
Recapping the RNC
John talks about the final night of the Republican National Convention. Then, he takes calls from listeners on Trump and the stunts at the RNC. And finally, TV's Frank Conniff returns to joke about the news and pop culture.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
22 Heinä 20241h 20min
Flashback Interview: Guillermo del Toro
John interviews filmmaker, author, and actor Guillermo del Toro about his stop-motion animated musical adaptation of Pinocchio. And then he interviews Professor William Forbath and Professor Joseph Fishkin - authors of the book: "The Anti-Oligarchy Constitution: Reconstructing the Economic Foundations of American Democracy"See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
20 Heinä 20241h 2min
The Night of the Rabid Quislings
John talks about the hypocrisy of Trump's political colleagues at the Republican National Convention - trashing him in the past and then flipping to praise him to gain favor later on. Then, he speaks with John Nichols once again about the RNC. Next, he brings back Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for their Native Voices Segment. And finally, John interviews Professor Emeritus of Democracy and Justice Studies at the University of Wisconsin-Green Bay Harvey Kaye and Progressive Talk Radio Host Nicole Sandler on the craziness and comedy of the RNC.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
19 Heinä 20241h 24min
The Battle Over Biden
John talks about the battle over whether Biden should stay in the presidential race and the Republican National Convention. Then he talks with Bob Cesca, Gloria Johnson, and John Nichols.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
18 Heinä 20241h 3min
Trump and the Teamsters
John talks about the president of the Teamsters, Sean O'Brien, speaking at the RNC and chats with Julianne McShane, John Nichols, and Steven L. Reed, Mayor of Montgomery, AL.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
17 Heinä 20241h 7min
