Israel Declares War with Hamas
In this episode, John discusses the war in Israel that began after Hamas launched a devastating surprise attack from Gaza. He points out the heart-breaking viewpoint from both sides of the conflict. Then, he welcomes back professor of political science Corey Brettschneider and they talk about the disaster of Prime Minister Benjamin Netanyahu in the Israeli War, new cases coming to the Supreme Court, and his new book "The Presidents and the People: Five Leaders Who Threatened Democracy and the Citizens Who Fought to Defend It". Next, he speaks with Sara from Brooklyn about the plight of the Palestinians. And lastly, John interviews Former Israeli Ambassador to the United States - Michael Oren on the situation in Gaza and the humanitarian efforts to fight human suffering.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
10 Loka 20231h 3min
The Secret Good News Hidden Behind All the Bad
John discusses the latest news of the week including the House without a Speaker and the good news buried underneath the drama: the amazing September Jobs Reports that is leaving Republicans speechless. Then he welcomes back Democratic Strategist Max Burns. They chat about the prospective Speakers of the House, the dwindling Ron DeSantis campaign, and the latest in the Trump trials. And finally, lots of callers: Sean in California, Rodney in Florida, Earl in California, William in Las Vegas, Vicki in Arizona, Lars in Minneapolis, Dave in Pennsylvania, and Todd in Maine.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
9 Loka 20231h 5min
Celebrating Indigenous People's Day
Once again, John welcomes journalist Simon Moya Smith and native activist Julie Francella. They discuss the tropes and culture of native Americans and the resurgence of Indigenous People’s Day. Plus he also interviews psychic medium, author, and television personality Matt Frazier. They talk about dark spirits, hauntings, religion, death, and his new book "We Never Die: Secrets of the Afterlife". Plus, Matt does a surprising personal reading for John.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
7 Loka 20231h 5min
Biden Forced by Law to Build More of the Border Wall
John today discusses President Biden's decision to waive 26 federal laws in South Texas to allow for construction of 17 miles of additional border wall, saying Biden had no choice but to use the Trump-era funding for the barrier to stop illegal migration from Mexico. Then, he talks with Theresa in North Carolina on the border wall money appropriated by congress years ago, Sean in California on the new speaker of the House, Rick in Iowa on Hilary Clinton's mistakes and the chance of SCOTUS reform. Next, he speaks with Marie in Atlanta on Trump filing a motion to dismiss his suit against Michael Cohen, John in Texas on Indigenous People's Day, and Linda in Iowa on The American Buffalo documentary by Ken Burns. Then wrapping it up he chats with Mark in South Dakota about the issue with Columbus Day vs Indigenous People's Day and the hypocrisy of the border wall.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
7 Loka 20231h 5min
The Empty Chair - Trump and McCarthy
Today's monologue is split between Trump and McCarthy. John talks about New York Judge Arthur Engoron who has issued a gag order and rebuked Trump after his social media post attacking his clerk. Trump then left the courthouse after claiming he was trapped there. He also discusses the ousting of Speaker McCarthy and the prospective replacements. Then, John welcomes back actor, director, and podcast host Bob Cesca and they talk about Trump's legal troubles and Elon Musk's demolition of Twitter. Next, some calls from listeners: Rich in Indiana on Charlton Heston’s Birthday and legacy, Gordon in Illinois on Hakeem Jeffries being Speaker, and Todd in Maine on Stephen King. Then lastly John chats with legal analyst/consultant Dr. Tracy Pearson on the McCarthy ousting and they take a call from Bill in New Jersey on Rudy Giuliani, Kevin McCarthy, Hunter Biden, Rod Serling, and Trump.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
5 Loka 20231h 18min
McCarthy Voted Off Lunatic Island
John's monologue today focuses on the House voting to remove California Republican Kevin McCarthy from his position as speaker. Then, he interviews New Jersey democratic Congresswoman Bonnie Watson Coleman and she tells why she voted to oust Kevin McCarthy and how she believes Republican policies do not support Ukraine. Next, he chats with New York Times bestselling author and Mother Jones Washington bureau chief David Corn about his book " American Psychosis: A Historical Investigation of How the Republican Party Went Crazy". Then, finally he talks with contributing writer to Salon - Heather “Digby” Parton about Republicans, Kevin McCarthy, and Trump.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
4 Loka 20231h 7min
Trump Blasts Judge at His New York Civil Fraud Trial
John's monologue this time is about all the latest news including: Gavin Newsom appointing Dianne Feinstein's seat to a Black lesbian, the attempt by Matt Gaetz to oust House Speaker Kevin McCarthy, and Donald Trump back in court in New York - this time on trial in a $250 million dollar lawsuit that should alter his personal fortune and real estate empire. Then, he interviews journalist Bob Hennelly on current politics: the near shutdown of the government; the Bob Menendez bribery scandal; and the attempt to vacate Kevin McCarthy as Speaker of the House. Next he welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome. They talk about the Trump trials and take calls from Bill in New Jersey, Charles in Miami, Mark in Portland, Stephen in Kentucky, Mitch from Kent State, Lisa in New Mexico, and Sean in California.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
3 Loka 20231h 10min
The Legacy of Dianne Feinstein
Today - John looks back on the life and legacy of the late Senator Dianne Feinstein. Then, he interviews N.Y. State Sen. Gustavo Rivera about the heavy flooding in New York and the causes he is fighting for. Next, he takes calls from Laura in L.A. and Charles in Miami about Feinstein and Trump. And winding it up - he chats with political strategist Max Burns about current news including: Dianne Feinstein's death, Kevin McCarthy hanging on to Speakership, and Trump. They take calls from Sean in California, William in Las Vegas, and Rich in Indiana.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
2 Loka 20231h 22min
