Florida state Rep. Dianne Hart, Eugene Levy, and Sebastian Roche
John interviews Florida state Rep. Dianne Hart on the work she is doing to fight Ron DeSantis' new laws in Florida that are designed to cover up racist history. Next he interviews legendary comedic actor Eugene Levy on his past and his new TV show "The Reluctant Traveler" now available on Apple Plus. Then finally John chats with iconic French actor Sebastian Roche. They reminisce about his past works and his latest role as a Roman Catholic priest and the headmaster of an Indian boarding school for girls in the classic western drama "1923".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
25 Feb 202354min
The War in Ukraine Begins Its Second Year
Joe Sudbay guest hosts as he marks the 1 year anniversary of the Russian/ Ukrainian War. He takes calls from Mitch at Kent State about the Ohio train derailment, Bill in Orlando about MTG, Paul in New Jersey on the Trump speech in Ohio, and Sean in California on the toxicity of vinyl chloride. Then he interviews journalist Jack Jenkins on the Christian Nationalist movements in North Idaho. Next he speaks to Dr. Jason Nichols on Marjorie Taylor Greene’s National Divorce. And lastly Joe chats with Jordan Zakarin on the Ohio derailment, Ron DeSantis and more.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
24 Feb 20231h 26min
Anti- Maskers Still Beating a Dead Horse
Today, John discusses an article in the New York Times by Bret Stephens which claims masks don't work in the fight against Covid 19. Then he takes calls from Sean in California and Greg in Florida about why masks are important. Next producer, writer, actor, and political commentator Bob Cesca returns and they talk about the looming indictments in the Georgia election tampering probe and the revelation that Fox Network hosts knew all along that Trump was lying about the 2020 election being stolen. Then finally attorney Marie from Atlanta calls in to discuss the comments made by the grand jury forewoman who was making decisions about whether Donald Trump should be indicted for election crimes in Georgia and Rob in Orlando calls in to chat about MTG asking for states to succeed from the Union.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
23 Feb 202353min
Biden's Trip to Europe: Calling Out Russian Brutality
Joe Sudbay guests hosts and he discusses the day's headlines: Biden's fiery speech in Warsaw, elections results in Virginia and Wisconsin, and a few new details from the special grand jury's report in Georgia. Then he chats with Max Burns on current politics: MTG grandstanding, Speaker McCarthy's weakness, and Fox news hosts caught lying about the Big Lie. Next he speaks with legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson about the forewoman in the special grand jury on election tampering in Georgia speaking to the press. Then finally he welcomes David Nir from DailyKos Elections which covers special election results from around the country.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
22 Feb 20231h 18min
Local Politics Matter and Can Make the Difference in Your Neighborhood
Joe Sudbay guest hosts and he interviews Jessie Ulibarri of the State Innovation Exchange. They discuss how to get involved on the local level in your community to create changes needed in your region. Next he looks at policy and engaging people in local politics with Abe Rakov who is the Managing Director of Run For Something. Then finally he talks with Iowa State Rep. JD Scholten about some scary right wing legislation that is being drafted there.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
21 Feb 202345min
President's Day Special: Black History Month and Indigenous Culture Awareness
In this special program - John interviews Congresswoman Ilhan Omar on spirituality in the face of Religious fundamentalism, public service in the face of discrimination, and "The No Shame at School Act". Next he chats with authors Dr. Robin R. Means Coleman & Mark H. Harris on their new book "The Black Guy Dies First,” which explores the Black journey in modern horror cinema, from the fodder epitomized by "Spider Baby" to the Oscar-winning cinematic heights of "Get Out" and beyond. Then finally John speaks to journalist Simon Moya Smith on indigenous culture and racist team names and mascots in sports.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
20 Feb 202358min
Elon Hopes to be Lord of the Dude Bros
John talks about Elon Musk's latest tantrum after he sent his engineers at Twitter into high gear at 2am because his Super Bowl Tweet had less LIKES than president Biden's Super Bowl Tweet. Then he chats with Dr. Tracy Pearson on Elon Musk's petulant whims, Nikki Haley leading with ageism as she kicked off her presidential campaign, and Mike Pence saying he will resist a subpoena from the special counsel leading the investigations into Trump's crimes. Next they take calls from Sela in Texas who talks about the Ohio train wreck disaster and Bill in New jersey who talks about the history of executive testimony. And finally John interviews legendary actor Christoph Waltz about his past work and his new series "The Consultant".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
18 Feb 20231h 1min
John Fetterman - A Hero Helping to Reduce the Stigma of Mental Health
Today - John gives a heartfelt monologue on John Fetterman and his brave openness about his difficult battle with depression. Then he talks with Prof. Corey Brettschneider on Mike Pence fighting his subpoena, the Trump grand jury report which just came out in Georgia, and Diane Feinstein stepping down. Next - Bill in New Jersey calls in to share his personal stories about mental health. John then relates a story about paralyzed Councilman Chris Hinds, who was forced to crawl around on a debate stage because they had no wheelchair ramp. Then Finally - Lana in Tennessee calls in and talks about getting Covid 19 again and her own struggles with mental health.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
18 Feb 202358min
