Mark Meadows Testifies to the Grand Jury
The topic today is the Canadian wildfires that are causing a hazardous, thick blanket of smoke across the eastern U.S. And John talks about former White House Chief of Staff/ Trump wing man Mark Meadows testifying to the Grand Jury about the classified documents case and the J6 investigation. He takes calls from Dave in Washington State about Trump. Then he talks to political commentator/podcast host Bob Cesca about the suffocating Canadian smoke, Mark Meadows testimony to the Grand Jury, and Trump's missing Iran document and upcoming indictment. Next, he interviews political podcast host Allison Gill about the Mark Meadows testimony, the Saudi's buying the PGA Tour, and the Trump investigations. Then lastly, he plays a clip of Matt Gaetz whining about the House GOP Caucus and he takes calls from Stephen in Kentucky on history and Drew in California on drag shows in schools.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
8 Kesä 20231h 28min
Teeing Up for Blood Money
Today's monologue from John discusses the hypocrisy of the PGA Tour who convinced many of it's players that taking Saudi money from LIV Golf was immoral - but now the PGA Tour is merging with LIV, creating a new entity with the Saudi's sovereign wealth fund as the only outside investor. Then he interviews progressive journalist and author John Nichols of The Nation Magazine. They talk about the anniversary of "D" Day, the debt ceiling deal, and the 2024 presidential contenders. Next it's a caller smorgasbord: Michael in the Bronx, Mark in Wisconsin, Katherine in Florida, Paul from Kansas, and Beachside Bill. And finally John chats with legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson on current news. They talk about Trump with Brian in Oregon and Trucker Steve.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
7 Kesä 20231h 40min
Misinformation Monday
For Misinformation Monday John talks about the many current avenues and architects of disinformation and misinformation that seep into our world. Roger in Queens calls in to talk about Trump and elections. Then he welcomes comedians Aaron Karo and Matt Ritter who are hosts of the #1 friendship podcast called "Man of the Year". Next, John plays a clip of RFK Jr. discussing the 2024 presidential race and he takes listener calls from Dennis in Arizona on healthcare reform, Richard in Seattle on music and friendships, and Rich in Indiana on the Gannett journalist news strike. And then Rhonda Hansome returns to talk about the news. They take calls from Brian in Oregon, Sean in California, Peter in Philadelphia, Kendal in South Dakota, Bill in New Jersey, Laura in L.A., and Mark in Maryland.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
6 Kesä 20231h 29min
It's Not How You Fall - It's How You Rise
John this time talks about the bipartisan deal to raise the debt ceiling and other accomplishments of the President. And how the GOP is making fun of Biden tripping on a sandbag as he completed handing out diplomas at a US Air Force Academy commencement in Colorado. He takes calls from Chris in Pennsylvania and Elizabeth in Texas. Then he speaks with Rev. Barry Lynn about the SCOTUS, gun reform, and the 2024 Republican presidential contenders. Next, he interviews author and political commentator Jared Yates-Sexton on Donald Trump, conspiracy theories, and his new book "The Midnight Kingdom. A History of Power, Paranoia, and the Coming Crisis". Then winding it up he takes listener calls from Kelly in Montana, Marsha in San Diego, Pit Doc from Pennsylvania, 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.
5 Kesä 20231h 19min
Tasting the Rainbow and Swallowing Homophobic Pride
Today's podcast features John discussing the extreme right's outrage over Pride Month and the many Pride Parades. Anne from Virginia Beach calls to talk about her LGBTQ band and Pride event. Also, Brian in Oregon phones in to talk about Pride, guns, and the reduction of swallows this year. Then he takes a call from Anthony in Washington about the right's performative antics. Next, Dr. Jason Nichols returns to discuss the new debt ceiling deal, the new Trump recording where he admits he had classified documents about starting a war with Iran, and the right wing boycott of companies that support Pride Month. Then, Mitch at Kent State checks in with music trivia and gay bashing. And finally, Thea Harper joins John for her Minority Report this time speaking about missing women of color. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
3 Kesä 20231h 2min
Celebrating Homophobe Awareness Month
This time as we kick off Pride month - John discusses the GOP's attack on the LGBTQ Plus community and how corporations are now being targeted for their support as well. He takes calls from Dave in Washington and Joe from Indiana on gay/ trans bashing and the debt ceiling. Then, he interviews the LGBTQ Program Director for Media Matters - Ari Drennen on Republicans' attack on the community and the companies who support them. Next John plays a clip of President Biden giving a speech to grads at the U.S. Air Force Academy prior to falling down on the stage. He takes a call from Joe in Iowa on Biden tripping and healthcare in America. Also Riley in Montana calls with gratitude for the flashback Gordon Lightfoot interview. Then lastly, he chats with Keith Price about the Trump interview with Sean Hannity on Fox News. They take calls from Lisa in New Mexico, Stephen from Kentucky, Ivan in Texas, 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.
2 Kesä 20231h 17min
The Sweet Budget Deal and The Tasty Debt Ceiling Raise
John's monologue today is about the performative theatre of the Republicans who are pushing for anything they can while holding America hostage during the debt ceiling negotiations. He talks with Brian in Oregon, and Marie in Atlanta on Trump and the debt negotiations. Then he welcomes back Bob Cesca and they chat about Trump's letter to Merrick Garland, the Fox News employee handbook, the 14th Amendment, and the Putin sanctions. Next, he interviews author Paul Wolfe on his new book “Being Human First: Practices for Empathetic, Expressive Leadership”. And wrapping it up John questions political strategist Max Burns on the Trump tapes, Kevin McCarthy, and the debt ceiling.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
1 Kesä 20231h 43min
Debt Deal Done
John discusses the legislation brokered by President Biden and House Speaker Kevin McCarthy to lift the $31.4 trillion debt ceiling. Then he speaks with William Horne who is a postdoctoral fellow at Villanova University and holds a PhD in History from The George Washington University. They talk about his article in the Daily Beast on teaching in a state whose Governor is seeking to suppress every facet of your lesson plan. Next, John interviews Randall Barnes who is the Founder and CEO of HBCU Pulse and the Host of HBCU Pulse Radio on SiriusXM HBCU Channel 142. They chat about HBCU's and racism in America. And finally, legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson returns to talk with listeners about current news and politics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
31 Touko 20231h 49min
