Poor and Working-Class Americans Pay Higher Payroll Tax Rates than Wealthy People

Poor and Working-Class Americans Pay Higher Payroll Tax Rates than Wealthy People

John discusses the looming government shutdown in today's podcast. He also talks about how the right is cutting taxes for the wealthy and increasing the national debt by doing so. Hunter Biden and Donald Trump are also both in court for tax offenses. He plays a clip of Speaker Mike Johnson saying they will repeal thousands of IRS agents and a clip of CA Rep. Katie Porter explaining that the IRS is the primary source to fund the government. Then, he talks about the U.S. strikes on Iran-backed Houthi rebels in Yemen after they launched missiles attacking merchant ships in the Red Sea. He plays clips of President Biden and National Security spokesperson John Kirby on the attacks. He then welcomes back the executive director of BlackPAC and the affiliated nonpartisan Black Progressive Action Coalition - Adrianne Shropshire and they discuss how to get people motivated to vote. Next, John takes calls from Phillip in New York on the IRS; Mike in California on immigration; and Bill in New Jersey on kneeling in church. Then finally he chats with TV's Frank Conniff on the presidential candidates and the best movies of the year. They take calls from Michael in the Bronx, Mitch at Kent State, Ralph in Connecticut, and Rachel in Los Angeles.

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War Crimes and End Times

War Crimes and End Times

In the latest episode Tara Dublin guest hosts for John and she takes listeners on a captivating journey through the realms of rock and roll and social justice. Her monologue delves into Trump's rambli...

7 Apr 1h 13min

Good Riddance to Bad Eggs on Good Friday

Good Riddance to Bad Eggs on Good Friday

John discusses the story of Jesus' crucifixion and the hypocrisy of the Christian Nationals who use him as a prop but ignore his teachings. Then, he speaks with political strategist Jay Satterfield on...

6 Apr 1h 28min

We're Still Here with Simon and Julie

We're Still Here with Simon and Julie

In this thought-provoking episode, John welcomes back Simon Moya Smith and Julie Francella to discuss the implications of birthright citizenship and the historical context surrounding Indigenous sover...

4 Apr 39min

And Another One Gone, And Another One Gone, Another One Bites the Dust. Hey, He's Gonna Get You Too - Another One Bites the Dust

And Another One Gone, And Another One Gone, Another One Bites the Dust. Hey, He's Gonna Get You Too - Another One Bites the Dust

Oh and next on the chopping block - Bribe Me Barbie Ms. Pamela Jo Bondi. John discusses Trump firing her as Attorney General and elevating Todd Blanche to interim head of the Department of Justice. He...

3 Apr 1h 32min

Trump's Update on Operation Epic Blurry

Trump's Update on Operation Epic Blurry

This time - John runs down Trump's Oval Office address, where he of course claims “mission: accomplished” for military operations in Iran. Meanwhile, the Pentagon is reportedly briefing the White Hous...

2 Apr 1h 29min

The Reunification of Church and State

The Reunification of Church and State

In the latest episode, John opens with a discussion on the serious allegations against comedian Russell Brand, who is facing multiple charges of rape and sexual assault. He then talks about the alarmi...

1 Apr 1h 40min

Only Racists Would Target Birthright Citizenship

Only Racists Would Target Birthright Citizenship

This time, John talks about the Supreme Court setting up to hear discussions about Trump's executive order to end birthright citizenship. Opening arguments from the White House included key talking po...

31 Mar 1h 17min

Trump's Little Johnson Shuts Down the Senate's Attempt to Shut Down the Partial Shut Down

Trump's Little Johnson Shuts Down the Senate's Attempt to Shut Down the Partial Shut Down

John discusses the Senate staying up late to pass a funding bill for DHS that leaves ICE and border patrol OUT. But of course, it was rejected immediately by the GOP controlled House. He also discusse...

30 Mar 1h 14min

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