Weekend Interviews: Wahleah Johns and Amanda Marcotte
John has two special interviews for this holiday weekend. First he talks with the Senior Politics writer at Salon - Amanda Marcotte. They chat about the first criminal trial for Trump, the Supreme Court taking on the Mifepristone case, and Trump selling merchandise to the rubes. Then, he interviews Wahleah Johns who is the Director of the U.S. Department of Energy (DOE) Office of Indian Energy Policy and Programs. They discuss indigenous culture and her work upholding and advancing the Office of Indian Energy's mission to maximize the development and deployment of energy solutions for the benefit of American Indians and Alaska Natives.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
30 Mar 202445min
The Ubiquitous Fundamentalist Authoritarian Theocratic Religious Extremist
The topic today is about religion on this Good Friday. Trump selling campy bibles and comparing himself to Jesus. Also, John discusses how in most religions - the extreme religious right are more hateful and prejudicial - the further to the right they are. Then, he interviews Dave Zirin who is the sports editor for The Nation, a weekly progressive magazine dedicated to politics and culture. They discuss sports betting, soccer difficulties, and politics. Then, winding it up, John welcomes back Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for their Native Voices segment. They chat about indigenous studies and native culture. Plus they play another round of "Did You Know?" to close it up.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
29 Mar 20241h 16min
Joe Lieberman and Broke Loserman
Today John talks about the passing of former Connecticut Senator Joe Lieberman. He also discusses Trump's company Truth Social going public and the recent New York Times reporting that Trump moved money to pay $100 million in legal bills. Then, he welcomes back podcast host Bob Cesca to chat about Ronna McDaniel getting fired from NBC and Trump's legal troubles and lack of finances. Next, the God Squad returns. John has a group discussion about religion with author and former pastor Keith Giles; author, poet, spoken word artist, and former pastor Desimber Rose Wattleton; and writer, theologian, and permaculture enthusiast Dillon Cruz. They chat about the cancelling of drag queens reading stories to children, Trump's new grift selling bibles, and the shrinking of religion in America.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
28 Mar 20241h 18min
RFK Jr, Ronna McDaniel, and a Ship from Singapore
The monologue this time focuses on RFK Jr choosing Silicon Valley attorney Nicole Shanahan for his running mate. Also the axing of Ronna McDaniel from NBC and the tragic collapse of the Francis Scott Key Bridge in Baltimore after a container ship crashed into it. Then, John welcomes back Jessica Mason-Pieklo from Rewire News Group and they discuss the arguments in the Supreme Court over Mifepristone. Next, The Rude Pundit AKA Lee Papa returns to chat about Ronna McDaniel and Trump. And finally, "Comedy Daddy" Keith Price joins John to take calls and chat about the news.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
27 Mar 20241h 40min
Don Poorleone Whines Over the Bondage of the Bond
Lots of news to grapple with today. John discusses an appeals court lowering Trump's massive fine in his civil fraud case to $175 Million; Judge Juan Merchan setting a trial date for April 15th in Trump's "Hush Money" case; and Trump's company Truth Social becoming public and trading on Nasdaq. Also, the UN Security Counsel passed a resolution calling for an immediate cease-fire in Gaza and the homes of Sean "Puff Daddy" Combs was raided by federal agents over gun and sex trafficking allegations. Then, he interviews Gender Justice Executive Director Megan Peterson and OutFront Minnesota Executive Director Kat Rohn on their fight for more inclusivity for LGBTQ people in their state. Next, John brings back comedian Rhonda Hansome and they chat about Ronna McDaniel being hired by NBC and Candice Owens getting fired from the Daily Wire. And winding it up, he welcomes back stand-up comedian John Poveromo to join in for a round house discussion about Donald Trump, Ronna McDaniel, and Sean P Ditty Combs. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
26 Mar 20241h 26min
All Backtracking Backtalk But No Backbone
Today - John discusses the horrific mass shooting at a concert in Moscow. Also MTG calling for removal of Speaker Mike Johnson and Trump's financial woes. Then, he interviews American historian and cultural critic - Dr Ruth Ben Ghiat. She is a scholar on fascism and authoritarian leaders - they discuss her new piece for CNN called "Trump's Praise of Dictators." And finally, John takes some calls and welcomes back TV's Frank Conniff to talk culture and politics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
25 Mar 20241h 23min
Native Voices with Julie Francella and Simon Moya-Smith
John chats with Julie Francella, Simon Moya-Smith, and Rae Fancher about indigenous culture.Link to article : https://www.pbs.org/newshour/health/fake-arizona-rehab-centers-scam-native-americans-from-across-the-country-officials-warn-during-investigationsSee Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
23 Mar 202443min
Latitia: A Lien, Mean, Fighting Machine Because We All Need Somebody to Lien On
John's monologue today discusses the House looking to already vacate Speaker Mike Johnson. Also he talks about the looming deadline for Trump as AG Latitia James prepares to seize his massive New York estate. Then, he chats with John Nichols from The Nation about primary results, Donald Trump's finances, and the proposed cease-fire in Gaza. Next, he welcomes back Juliet Jeske of Decoding Fox News. They talk about the misinformation spreading on Republican media. And lastly, John interviews legendary stand-up comedian Tig Nataro.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
23 Mar 20241h 43min
