So Hideous and Horrible About Pretti and Good
John talks about the hypocrisy of the GOP on the right to bear arms or confront police during protests after the brutal executions in Minneapolis from ICE thugs. Then, he welcomes back Professor Corey Brettschneider to talk about the cover up of Alex Pretti's murder and the looming government shutdown that will now likely happen. Next, John interviews Doug Pagitt who's an author, pastor, social activist, and founder. He's also Executive Director of Vote Common Good. They talk about White Christian Nationalists and Doug's new book, "Outdoing Jesus". Then finally, he jokes with comedian Rhonda Hansome and they talk sanity and sensibility to the Evil Army of the Night.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
27 Jan 1h 33min
The New Masculinity is Threatening People Who Show Sympathy
John discusses a new survey from More in Common which shows more young Republicans prefer men to dominate over women in society and they believe bullying demonstrates power. Then, he talks with comedian and author Tara Dublin on the mayhem coming from the White House. And closing it up, John welcomes back TV's Frank Conniff of MST3K to talk about pop culture and current news from Trump-world.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
26 Jan 1h 25min
We're Still Here with Simon and Julie
This time on "We're Still Here" - Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella talk with John about a huge cover up in the state criminal investigation of Michigan's Native American Boarding Schools. They also discuss the importance of Native sovereignty as Trump tries to take Greenland (which is primarily indigenous) and the importance of tribal ID's with the constant harassment of Trump's ICE gestapo.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
24 Jan 35min
Striking with an ICE Pick - Minnesotans "Day of Action" Against ICE Brutality
Today - John's monologue talks about Jack Smith testifying before the House Judiciary in a public hearing on his investigation into Trump’s election interference and mishandling of classified documents. He also talks about the Florida Bar downplaying and ignoring a congressional finding that Matt Gaetz, President Trump’s first choice for U.S. Attorney General, committed statutory rape before it abandoned his prosecution. Then, John speaks with legal analyst Dina Sayegh Doll on Trump's qualified immunity and the killing of Renee Good. Next, he talks with Clay Cane who is an award-winning journalist, radio host, political analyst, and New York Times bestselling author. His book "The Grift: The Downward Spiral of Black Republicans from the Party of Lincoln to the Cult of Trump," was an instant New York Times bestseller. They talk about his new book, "Burn Down Master's House". Then winding it up, John jokes with J. Keith van Straaten and Helen Hong who are the co-hosts of the comedy podcast and live game show Go Fact Yourself, produced in collaboration with Maximum Fun. They quiz celebrities and experts on topics the guests are passionate about. The show, based in Los Angeles, features trivia, comedy, and expert guests. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
23 Jan 1h 22min
Greenland, Iceland, Switzerland, Wonderland
John talks about Trump at the World Economic Forum. He either backed off using military force to acquire Greenland or doubled down on those threats and he either made a deal or didn’t. It totally depends on which mainstream legacy news organization you get your sane-washing from. Trump also made a long, confusing speech where he mixed up Greenland and Iceland. Then, he jokes with the amazing Bob Cesca on pop culture and the dumpster fire of hell coming from the White House. Next, it's Desimber Rose and Dillon Naber Cruz AKA The God Squad back once again to bitch slap the fake Christians with theologian wit and wisdom. And then lastly, John speaks with legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson and they talk worried listeners off a ledge with sane advice and comedy relief.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
22 Jan 2h 9min
Green Around the Gills Because the Green-Eyed Monster Thinks the Grass is Greener in Greenland
John talks about Trump's lust for seizing control of Greenland and how that is playing out on the world stage. Trump spoke at the Davos Economic Forum in Switzerland, receiving a wall of sharp words and condemnations for American foreign and economic policy toward Europe. He also discusses anti-ICE protestors disrupting a sermon at Cities Church in ST. Paul Minnesota where their pastor moonlights as an ICE Director in their local field office. Then, he interviews Larry Cohen who is the Executive Director and Co-founder of Point Source Youth, a national organization working to prevent and end youth homelessness in the U.S. through advocacy, research, and support of scalable interventions like direct cash transfers and targeted housing assistance. And, Erika Hartman, who is Chief Executive Officer at Safe Place for Youth, which provides over 1,200+ young people with critical life-saving services yearly including daily meals, substance abuse counseling, mental health services, and access to housing. Point Source Youth and Safe Place for Youth are expanding the CASH LA Targeted Housing Assistance Program, a cost-efficient, evidence-based intervention that helps young people ages 18 to 30 stay housed before they enter the homelessness system. Next, John jokes with J-L Cauvin who is a community advocate, lawyer, and comedian who is running as a Democrat to succeed Governor-Elect Mikie Sherrill and represent New Jersey’s 11th District in Congress. And then lastly, he welcomes back Rev. Barry Lynn who's an ordained minister in the United Church of Christ and served as the executive director for Americans United for the Separation of Church and State until his retirement in 2017. Rev. Barry’s memoir “Paid to Piss People Off” comes in three volumes: PEACE, PORN and PRAYER.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
21 Jan 1h 24min
MLK Day Special Interviews
For a Martin Luther King Day Special - John interviews 4 important guests: Dr. Obery Hendricks, Princeton; Andrew Fahlstrom, Defend the 612; Madison McVan, Minnesota Reformer; and Jill Garvey, States at the Core.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
20 Jan 1h 33min
The Optics of a Cold Blooded Killing
John talks about the continued lies and propaganda of Trump and his minions over the slaying of Renee Good and the crack-down on protestors in Minneapolis where she was gunned down. Trump backed off of his threats to send the military into Minnesota but his Dept. of Justice announced it has opened investigations into Minneapolis Mayor Jacob Frey and Gov. Tim Walz for…being critical of the administration. Then, John speaks with Charles LeBaron who worked for 28 years as a medical epidemiologist at the Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. They talk about the evils of RFK Jr and the recent spread of measles under his watch. Then, he interviews Sasha Abramsky about his new book "American Carnage: How Trump, Musk and DOGE Butchered the US Government". And wrapping it up, he jokes with TV's Frank Conniff and they chat with the Evil Army of the Night about pop culture and current news.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
19 Jan 1h 25min
