FLASHBACK SHOW: Christmas Eve 2 years ago
John talks about the great things President Biden has accomplished during his 2 years in office. Then he interviews Rachel Minor who is founder and CEO of Bellwether International - a nonprofit that responds to pre- and post- genocide communities that have experienced severe violations of freedom of religion or belief. And finally he tells a creepy Christmas story and takes a call from Jeff in Illinois who promotes Working Dogs for Vets.org.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
24 Joulu 202454min
Premature Emasculation
The discussion today is about the passage of a bipartisan plan to fund federal operations and prevent a government shutdown. John also talks about the continued meddling of Elon Musk and the holiday striking workers of Starbucks and Amazon. Then, he talks with Richard Ojeda who is a former Army Major and former member of the WV Senate. He is also the founder of Turn Left PAC and hosts Ojeda Live on Facebook and Youtube. Next, John welcomes back historian Kenneth C. Davis to discuss politics and the history of Christmas. And then finally, he jokes with TV's Frank Conniff of MST3K and listeners about current news, pop culture and the meaning of Christmas.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
23 Joulu 20241h 22min
Weekend Interviews: Simon and Julie - Wajahat Ali
John chats with Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for their "We're Still Here" Native American segment. They discuss the theft of indigenous art, the preservation of indigenous languages and great Native American movies. Then, John speaks with columnist, former attorney, and Sr. Fellow at the Western States Center - Wajahat Ali. They talk about his SubStack – "The Left Hook", his Democracy-ish Podcast with Danielle Moody and his book “Go Back to Where You Came From: And Other Helpful Recommendations on How To Become American”.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
21 Joulu 20241h 16min
Billionaire's Wish List
John gives a play by play of the looming government shutdown with Trump and Elon Musk calling the shots on what GOP lawmakers should do. Then, he speaks with Pastor Carl O. Sherman who sits in the Texas House, representing the 109th district serving Dallas. They talk about what is going on with the Texas Legislature and the upcoming 89th Legislature which has already seen record-breaking bills being filed. Then finally, John chats with the "Evil Army of the Night" about Trump's proposed mass deportation and First Lady Elon Musk.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
20 Joulu 20241h 1min
Robber Baron Oligarchs in Plain Sight
John this time discusses House Speaker Mike Johnson who is facing a revolt from fellow Republicans over a last-minute measure to keep the government funded and avoid a shutdown. Then, he jokes with actor, director and podcast star Bob Cesca about Elon Musk, the looming government shutdown and the Matt Gaetz report. Next, Dillon Cruz and Desimber Rose AKA The God Squad returns to discuss hypocritic Christians, the evils of Trump, and the struggles of Christmas. Then finally, John chats with Dr. Tracy Pearson about Trump's cases not getting dismissed. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
19 Joulu 20241h 46min
At Best It's Just a Grift Fest
The monologue today is about the many lawsuits Trump is dishing out to media companies to try to intimidate the press into not criticizing him. Then, John chats with Professor Corey Brettschneider about Trump's immunity and legal battles. Next, Reverend Barry Lynn returns to discuss the intersection of religion and politics. And lastly, John jokes with Comedy Daddy - Keith Price and listeners about the latest 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.
18 Joulu 20241h 42min
The Great Capitulation Lead by Joe Scarborough
Today - John discusses ABC News agreeing to pay the Trump Presidential library 15 million dollars as a settlement to his defamation lawsuit. Then, he interviews Andy Lee Roth who is associate director of Project Censored, co-editor of the State of the Free Press yearbook series, and coauthor of The Media and Me: A Guide to Critical Media Literacy for Young People. They talk about his latest work - Project Censored’s State of the Free Press 2025 which illuminates issues that the establishment press have obscured and raises voices that corporate media have throttled. And then finally John welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome to joke with callers about current news and Trump's tomfoolery. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
17 Joulu 20241h 27min
The Weaselly Surrender Chronicles
John discusses the many media figures, billionaires and corporations that have given in and bowed down to Trump as he prepares for his inauguration. Then, he talks with Democratic strategist Max Burns about Trump trying to end birthright citizenship. After that, he takes calls from listeners about a pardon for Native American activist Leonard Peltier. And winding it up, John welcomes back TV's Frank Conniff to joke with callers about pop culture and politics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
16 Joulu 20241h 25min
