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 Okt 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 Okt 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 Okt 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 Okt 20231h 22min
Scary Movies, Fantasy Music, and Death
Special interviews for the weekend. John talks with Emmys award winning actor Keith David and model/ actress Selena Anduze about their careers and their new horror movie "From the Shadows". Then, he chats with English musician and the drummer of the rock band Radiohead - Phil Selway. They discuss his new album "Strange Dance". And finally, he speaks with a registered nurse who specializes in hospice and palliative care. Hadley Vlahos is also a nonprofit founder, author, and content creator. They have a deep conversation about crossing over.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
30 Sep 20231h 9min
The Infractions and Transactions for Distractions From Court Actions
John's monologue today: Show ponies in Congress! He discusses Trump at a Non Union Auto Worker Strike and the looming government shutdown. Also the fizzling Joe Biden impeachment inquiry. Then, he welcomes back John Nichols of The Nation. They talk about the UAW Strike, the WGA - AFTRA strike, and the Biden impeachment inquiry. He then talks with Elizabeth in Texas on religion and fake Christians. Next, he interviews authors Keith Giles & Dillon Haber Cruz on Christianity. Then winding it up, he gives some good news for drag queens and trans people.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
30 Sep 20231h 5min
The Republican Empty Performative Theatre Festival
This time John's monologue is about the second Republican presidential debates and Kevin McCarthy's looming government shutdown. He also talks about Trump lying about meeting with the UAW when he was not there and was not invited. Then, he chats with Bob Cesca about all the latest Trump campaign and legal news. John then talks with Catherine in Florida about the lack of homeowners insurance in her state and Charles in Miami calls about the military supporting Trump. And finally Dr. Tracy Pearson returns to speak on the Republican presidential debates and the Bob Menendez scandal. They also mull over the latest blunders by Reps. Lauren Boebert and MTG. Richie in L.A. and Brian in Oregon also call in on the Republican debates and Trump. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
28 Sep 20231h 23min
Judge Rules Trump's 'Fantasy World' Business Committed Fraud
Today's podcast talks about President Biden joining picketing United Auto Workers in Michigan on the 12th day of their strike against major carmakers. John also jokes about a judge in New York finding Trump liable for fraud in a civil case and stripping him of his key New York Businesses. Then, he welcomes Carine Hajjar of the Boston Globe and they discuss Chris Christie's messaging and the outlook of other GOP presidential hopefuls. Next, he interviews Dr. Bettina Love and they talk about her new book “Punished for Dreaming: How School Reform Harms Black Children and How We Heal”. Then rounding it out - Lee Papa AKA The Rude Pundit returns and they chat about the Bob Menendez bribery scandal and the latest bombshells from Cassady Hutchinson's new book.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
27 Sep 20231h 19min
