Spotlight on 4 American Heroes
John Interviews Professor of Shakespeare Studies Farah Karim Cooper. They talk about her new book "The Great White Bard: How to Love Shakespeare While Talking About Race". Then he speaks with New Jersey Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman about The Inflation Reduction Act, The Housing Is a Human Right Act, and The Pact Act. And then John chats with directors Stanley Nelson and Valerie Scoon. They discuss their new Hulu documentary "Sound of the Police" which spotlights the historically “fraught relationship” between African Americans and law enforcement.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
19 Elo 20231h 4min
Trump's Lawyers Block Him From Giving His Exoneration Speech
Today John talks about the news of the day and then discusses the latest Trump legal news and the GOP's newest efforts to grift off the Georgia election interference indictment. He then chats with Prof. Corey Brettschneider about the 2024 GOP presidential hopefuls and all things Trump. And returning once again - author and lecturer Lawrence Ross joins the crew to speak about systemic racism and African American history. They take a call from Herschel in Ohio. Then finally, more with Lawrence, plus a call from El in Philly.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
18 Elo 20231h 26min
The Benefits of The Inflation Reduction Act
John discusses the one year anniversary of the Inflation Reduction Act and talks about Biden's celebration speech touting the benefits to America including lower health care costs and speeding up the transition to clean energy. Then he interviews author Teresa Strasser about her new book “Making It Home: Life Lessons from a Season of Little League" which is a funny memoir about family, grief, and moving forward. Then his Hollywood Comedy Panel joins him: Raja Michael, Matt Kirshen, and Lenny Shelton. They chat about the Maui fire, abortion, and Trump. Next, they take calls from Richie in L.A., Delani in Missouri, and play the Unpopular Opinion Game. Then wrapping it up , Chris chooses the winner of the Unpopular Opinion Game.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
17 Elo 20231h 19min
A Relaxing Day at Mar-a-Lago
The monologue today features John's ode to National Relaxation Day and Trump's celebration at Mar-a-Lago. He also begins unpacking Trump and Company's new Georgia indictment with details from Fulton County D.A. Fani Willis. He takes calls from Ken in Virginia, Marie in Texas, and Laura in L.A. Then he talks with Democratic strategist Max Burns about the latest Trump indictment. They take a call from Bill in New Jersey and Sean in California. Next, John's Panel - Social Media Influencers: Majid Padellan AKA BrooklynDad Defiant and Joanne Carducci AKA Jojo from Jerz. They discuss the Trump indictments, the 2024 presidential hopefuls, and the hell scape Twitter has become. Last but not least - they take calls from Justin in North Carolina and Brian in Oregon. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
16 Elo 20231h 28min
Midnight Train to Georgia - Maui Misstep
John discusses the tragedy of the Lahaina fire in Maui and the critique of the slow response from the state and the government. He also talks about the 4th Trump indictment in real time as it happens in Georgia. Then, he interviews journalist Brett Murphy from ProPublica on the Clarence Thomas scandal. Next, John listens to Fulton Co. DA Fani Willis announce the Trump Indictment live. And finally legal and political analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson joins him to chat about the indictment. They take calls from Ralph in Connecticut and Stephen in Kentucky.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
15 Elo 20231h 6min
Counsel-ing Hunter Biden
The monologue today is about AG Merrick Garland appointing a Special Counsel to the Hunter Biden Case. John points out the hypocrisy of the GOP - now claiming they are furious even though they asked for a special counsel. Then he chats with former CNN and Current TV news correspondent and on-air personality for The Stephanie Miller Show - Jacki Schechner. They discuss her community work with aids patients and the increasing homeless crisis. Next, it's John's Hollywood Panel du jour: Amanda Wyss, Liam McEneaney and Jody Hamilton. They talk about the SAG strike, the Trump trials, and the upcoming GOP debates. Then they take a call from Tony in Las Vegas. And wrapping it up - the panel talks about the Dobbs decision and Mike Pence hecklers, then they talk with Richie in L.A., Andy in Culver City, Stephen in Kentucky, Tyrone in Chicago, and closing the show it's "The Unpopular Opinion Game".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
14 Elo 20231h 27min
Hollywood Comedy Panel: Laughing at the News :D
Still broadcasting from the Sirius XM studios - John brings in another comedy panel. This time it's legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson, stand-up comedian Mona Shaikh, and actor/ voice artist Carlos Alazraqui. They chat about the SAG strike, Donald Trump's legal troubles, and the phoniness of Ron DeSantis. Then, they take calls from Dylan in New Mexico, and Richie in L.A. Next they discuss the Ohio special election, the Dobbs decision, and their favorite things in current pop culture. And as usual John plays "The Unpopular Opinion Game." BONUS SPECIAL: A rebroadcast of a town hall from 2019 with legendary musician Robbie Robertson.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
12 Elo 20231h 36min
Going Deep with Ron Perlman
Iconic actor Ron Perlman leads off today's discussion as John continues to broadcast from L.A. They talk about the SAG strike, the future of unions, and the methodical hate in the GOP. Then, they both share their love for Robbie Robertson, Marlon Brando, Bob Dylan, and Frank Sinatra. Follow Ron Perlman on social media @perlmutations. Next, he takes calls from Marsha in San Diego and Bill in New Jersey. And rounding it out - he chats with political podcast host Allison Gill of "Mueller She Wrote" about all things Trump and other news.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
12 Elo 20231h 23min
