The GOP's Mixed Up - Ever Changing Midterm Messaging

This time John discusses Pride Month and the prejudice that comes with it. He talks about the L.A. Dodgers reversing course and re-inviting the drag charity group "Sisters of Perpetual Indulgence" to their Pride Night event. Then he mentions a report in the Washington Examiner which claims the charity group is mocking Catholics. He points out Illinois Attorney General Kwame Raoul released a comprehensive report detailing decades of child sex abuse by members of the Catholic church - 450 clergy abused nearly 2000 children from 1950 to 2019. Then, Theresa in North Carolina and Dave in Philly call to chat. Next John interviews Adrianne Shropshire, the Executive Director of BlackPAC. After that, Carl in Wisconsin is not paying attention and Marie in Atlanta shares her usual wisdom. Then wrapping it up John speaks with Mark Follman, the national affairs editor at Mother Jones, on the 1 year anniversary of the Uvalde mass shooting.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

24 Maj 20231h 14min

John discusses the continuing talks between President Biden and Speaker McCarthy as they try to reach an agreement on how to raise the government's $31.4 trillion debt ceiling. He takes a call from Michael in Texas on the negotiations. Then he interviews comedian Lizz Winstead who is the founder of Abortion Action Front. Next he plays a clip of N.C Governor Roy Cooper on abortion. He also takes a call from Mark in Wisconsin on abortion and the bible. And finally Rhonda Hansome returns to talk about Tim Scott who has announced he is running for president. They take calls from Todd in Michigan, Paul in New Jersey, and Mitch at Kent State.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

23 Maj 20231h 25min

John's monologue this time features "Fake Christians of the Week" including Ron DeSantis, Kevin McCarthy, and "The Donald." Also "The Good News of the Week". Then, Sean in California calls in on Trump and Jared Kushner. He then chats with Max Burns about Kari Lake's grifting and possible 2024 GOP candidates. Also, Jay in California calls about Republican scamming. Next, CALLERS: Brian in Oregon, Dave in Washington, and Bill in New Jersey. Chris gives up a soundbite of Fox News host Laura Ingraham making a retraction on air. And winding it up John plays a clip of the Reverend Al Sharpton giving a eulogy for Jordan Neely and he takes calls from Stephen in Kentucky and Richie in L.A.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

22 Maj 20231h 21min

John gives up a roundhouse chat with comedians/ podcast hosts Adam Sank and Jody Hamilton. They talk about the 2024 Republican hopefuls - Caitlyn Jenner and trans rights - Diane Feinstein aware or blank stare - the debt ceiling dilemma - residual pandemic after effects - abhorrent abortion laws - and Twitter, Elon and other social media. John wraps it up with "The Unpopular Opinion Game" and asks them "What inspires you most right now?". See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

20 Maj 202350min

John today honors the clowns that are desperate for media attention: Glenn Youngkin, MTG, Jim Jordan, and Ron DeSantis. He takes a call from David in Nevada about Trump and Fox News. Next, Prof. Corey Brettschneider is back to mull over the ideology of the Supreme Court. The one and only Stephen from Kentucky calls in with his "Salacious Presidential History". Then finally, Dr. Jason Nichols joins John to chat about current politics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

19 Maj 20231h 28min

John discusses the GOP's attack on transgender people and specifically Florida Governor Ron DeSantis, who has signed bills banning children from undergoing transgender medical treatments. More than 500 bills affecting LGBTQ matters have been proposed across the country and at least 48 have been enacted, according to the Human Rights Campaign. Then he talks politics with Bob Cesca. Topics this week: rumors that Fox News host Laura Ingraham is fired - the Rudy Giuliani sex scandal lawsuit - the GOP's hype of the Durham Report - and Elon Musk's weird relationship with Turkey. Next, Frank in Georgia and Sean in Cali call in to talk about the news. And winding it up - John interviews American venture capitalist, podcast host, and journalist Molly Wood. They discuss her new podcast “Everybody in the Pool” which features inspiring interviews with the founders of climate tech startups, businesses, and everyday people who are solving the climate crisis.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

18 Maj 20231h 25min

John talks about North Carolina State Rep. Tricia Cotham who switched parties to become Republican and then voted for an abortion ban. He also discusses Speaker Kevin McCarthy who is still in negotiations with president Biden on the debt limit. Then he welcomes back Joe Sudbay with good news/bad news. They talk about Biden invoking the 14th Amendment to resolve the problems regarding the debt ceiling, Senator Diane Feinstein's deterioration of health, and state election results. Next, Elizabeth from D.C. calls in to tell her tale of shouting down Senator Ted Cruise during the vote of the Equal Rights Amendment. And to wrap it up he chats with Dr. Tracy Pearson about the debt ceiling crisis, the Rudy Giuliani sexual assault lawsuit, and Ron DeSantis' DEI Bill. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

17 Maj 20231h 36min

John flashes to the past as Natalia Reagan joins him to co-host the show as she did many years ago. They first discuss the nothing burger of the newly released Durham Report. They also discusses the news about a former employee of Rudy Giuliani suing him for sexual harassment and backpay. Then, Jessica Mason Pieklo returns. She's the Senior Vice President and Executive Editor of Rewire News Group and the co-host of the podcast Boom! Lawyered. They talk about the corruption of SCOTUS, the FDA approving an over the counter birth control pill, and other abortion cases that may go to the Supreme Court. Next they gets calls from Bill in New Jersey and CJ in Texas. And lastly John interviews Rep. Bonnie Watson Coleman (D-NJ) and they talk about SCOTUS reform, immigration reform, and the debt ceiling deadline.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.

16 Maj 20231h 12min