Flashing Back to 5 Years Ago

John discusses the war in Ukraine as forces continue to gain ground in territory occupied and annexed by Russia, with Kyiv saying it has liberated some 600 settlements. He then talks with Jay in Illinois about recent comparisons of red and blue cities. He also talks to Rich in Indiana on Ben Bernanke receiving a Nobel prize. Next he talks to Bill from New jersey about dark money in political advertising. Then he chats with Sheryl in Michigan on the best Angela Lansbury movies. And last but not least he interviews actress, poker player, and voice over artist Jennifer Tilly.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

15 Okt 202249min

Joe Sudbay returns to fill in for John again and he discusses the revelations from the J6 Committee. Then he interviews Wisconsin Attorney General Josh Kaul on election deniers and more. Next he speaks with Brandi Buchman of DailyKos on the Jan 6th Hearings and Trumpworld. Then he talks politics and more with Max Burns from The Beast. And finally he chats with Daniel Nichanian from BOLTS magazine on the upcoming midterm races.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

14 Okt 20221h 4min

John first laments that his Twitter was hacked and goes on to discusses the recent developments in various Trump scandals and then he takes calls from Beachside Bill in Florida, Timbo in Arizona, and Sean in California. Next John talks politics with Bob Cesca discussing the verdict in the Alex Jones case. Then he interviews comedian, writer, filmmaker, podcaster, and political commentator Katie Halper on her recent firing from Hill TV for calling out Israel's apartheid state. And finally he chats with Michael in The Bronx on violent outbursts from MAGA radicals.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

13 Okt 20221h 7min

In this episode John give a warm eulogy to legendary actress Angela Lansbury and a lukewarm farewell to Tulsi Gabbard who announced she is leaving the Democratic party. Next he welcomes back Jessica Mason Pieklo and Imani Gandy from the BOOM! Lawyered podcast and they talk about abortion laws and SCOTUS issues. Then he interviews Brian Michael Jenkins the author of “Plagues and Their Aftermath”. And to wrap it up; Comedy Daddy Keith Price joins John and they take a call from Todd in Wisconsin on the benefits of hemp.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

12 Okt 20221h 10min

John ponders who is the biggest bigot after racist comments from Tommy Tuberville, Kanye. MTG, and Trump. He also gives a history lesson on the multiple horrid acts of Christopher Columbus. Then he interviews Los Angeles Times columnist Michael Hiltzik on Native Americans; Hollywood myths; Covid 19 vaccines; and neoliberalism in America. Next he talks with Simon Moya Smith on Indigenous Peoples Day and more. And finally he chats with Dylan in New Mexico, Marie in Atlanta, and Marty in St. Louis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

11 Okt 20221h 6min

This time John talks about a mixed bag of crazy and amazing things that happened in a very crammed week of news. Then he interviews Marc A Levin from the Council on Criminal Justice on Biden’s new marijuana forgiveness strategy. Then comedian Jim Mendrinos joins the fun and they take calls from Laura in L.A., Todd in Wisconsin, Steven in Kentucky, and Lou in Indiana.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

10 Okt 202253min

In this episode - John discusses the ever increasing scandals and lies from GA Senate republican candidate Herschel Walker. Then he takes a call about it from Marie in Georgia. Next he talks with Rich in Indiana about misogyny and sexual harassment in women's sports. Then he speaks with author Peter Shinkle for a discussion of his book, "Uniting America : How FDR and Henry Stimson Brought Democrats and Republicans Together to Win World War II". And lastly he interviews legendary actor William Shatner about religion, life, and his new book "Boldly Go: Reflections on a Life of Awe and Wonder".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

8 Okt 20221h 4min

John talks about President Biden pardoning a boatload of low-level federal pot crimes and the leak of a possible indictment against his son Hunter Biden. Then he interviews Andrew Koppelman on his new book “Burning Down the House: How Libertarian Philosophy Was Corrupted by Delusion and Greed". Next he chats about news and politics with Joe Sudbay. Then he takes listener calls from Steven in Kentucky and Cela in Texas and wrapping it up he gives a heat-felt thank you and aloha to the late great Judy Tenuta. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

7 Okt 20221h 4min