If It Can Happen in South Korea - It Can Happen Here

If It Can Happen in South Korea - It Can Happen Here

The discussion today is focused on the creepy backgrounds of Trump cabinet picks Pete Hegseth and Kash Patel. John also talks about South Korea Right Wing President Yoon facing impeachment now after he tried to avoid his corruption investigation and called for martial law in his country. Then, legal analyst Professor Corey Brettschneider joins the crew and they chat about Trump's cabinet picks and his new book "The Presidents and the People: Five Leaders Who Threatened Democracy and the Citizens Who Fought to Defend It". Next, John interviews singer, songwriter, musician, poet, activist, documentarian, and rapper - Michael Franti and he explains his work with WhyHunger. Now in its 39th year, WhyHunger’s Hungerthon brings together thousands of supporters across the U.S. with their partners at SiriusXM and artists like Bruce Springsteen and Yoko Ono Lennon who believe in their shared vision of a hunger-free future for all! Take action at SiriusXM.com/Hungerthon. Then winding it up, John speaks with author, podcaster, and Democratic strategist Cliff Schecter on the political scene and Trump's wacky cabinet picks.

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Biden's Warning About Election Deniers, Political Violence, and Trump

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John talks about Biden’s Speech on election denial and political violence including the GOP's denial of the attack on Paul Pelosi. Then he chats with music producer, writer, actor, blogger, and politi...

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In this episode - John discusses SCOTUS lead Justice John Roberts temporarily blocking the House Ways and Means Committee from receiving Trump's tax returns until after the Midterms and the SCOTUS rul...

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John talks about stochastic terrorism, speaks with Judith Browne-Dianis of the Advancement Project, and invites callers to discuss Scary Movies……and Scarier Politicians.See Privacy Policy at https://a...

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Women with Unviable Pregnancies Face Life-Threatening Illness and Permanent Uterine Damage

Women with Unviable Pregnancies Face Life-Threatening Illness and Permanent Uterine Damage

Joe Sudbay hosts again. He discusses Justice Samuel Alito, the repeal of Roe V Wade, and a few abortion horror stories happening due to women going into sepsis. He also mentions that Elon Musk is now ...

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Some Encouraging News on Inflation But Will it Help Dems in The Midterms?

Some Encouraging News on Inflation But Will it Help Dems in The Midterms?

Joe Sudbay guest hosts again and he discusses the latest GDP report showing the economy grew 2.6% in the 3rd quarter and the lack of a GOP plan to help fight inflation. Next he talks with David Nir po...

28 Okt 20221h 6min

Calling Out Republicans on Their Lack of Agenda

Calling Out Republicans on Their Lack of Agenda

Joe Sudbay hosts once again as John is in London. He talks about Biden going after "Nonsense Fees" such as bank overdrafts and what's happening in some Midterm races. Then he interviews Mario Yedidia...

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