Justice is Now a Weapon to Bleed Your Enemies' Bank Accounts Dry
John discusses the greedy sellout of some American comedians who are taking BIG paychecks to appear at the Riyadh Comedy Festival in Saudi Arabia and only do approved routines that aren't censored. He also talks about Trump's big plot to get his perceived enemies arrested for made up charges then drain their bank accounts trying to prove their innocence. Then, he chats with the Evil Army of the Night about current news and the latest strangeness from Trump. And lastly, he welcomes back TV's Frank Conniff to joke about Pete Kegsbreath, Jimmy Kimmel, and Superman.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
29 Sep 1h 23min
Special Weekend Interviews: Ken Casey, Elizabeth Buchanan, Kahinde Andrews, and Haley Cohen Gilliland
John interviews Dropkick Murphys' frontman Ken Casey about his recent viral video confronting right-wing MAGA extremists during their gigs. Then, he speaks with journalist Haley Cohen Gilliland about her new book "A Flower Traveled in My Blood: The Incredible True Story of the Grandmothers Who Fought to Find a Stolen Generation of Children". Next, John interviews British Academic and author Kehinde Andrews about his new book "Nobody Can Give You Freedom: The Political Life of Malcolm X". Then finally, he talks with polar geopolitics expert Elizabeth Buchanan PhD about her new book "So You Want to Own Greenland? Lessons from the Vikings to Trump".See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
27 Sep 1h 30min
Comb-Over Caligula Coming for Comey
Max Burns guest hosts while John is performing on stage promoting his new book "Separation of Church and Hate". He talks about former FBI Director James Comey who was indicted by the DOJ for allegedly lying to congress in a 2020 hearing. The indictment was rushed through the Justice Department a few days before the statute of limitations expired. Then, Max speaks with Jaime Harrison who is a distinguished leader with over two decades of experience in politics, government, strategic communications, and organizational management. As Chairman of the Democratic National Committee (DNC), he played a key role in reshaping public discourse, rebuilding the Democratic Party’s infrastructure. Next, he interviews Peter Rothpletz who is currently the morning newsletter chief for Mehdi Hasan’s incisive and fast-growing Zeteo media group. They discuss how the media is shaping the future. And finally, Max takes calls from listeners about current news and trending topics.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
26 Sep 1h 36min
The Rapture's Not in the Bible and Surprise - It's Not the End of the World!
John's monologue talks about the big disappointment as the internet Rapture prediction didn't happen.... again. He also discusses the shooting at an ICE detention facility which left two detainees dead and another injured. Then, he jokes with the amazing Bob Cesca on the return of Jimmy Kimmel. Next, John speaks once again with the wonderful Imara Jones. She's the creator of TransLash Media, a cross-platform, non-profit journalism and narrative organization, which produces content to shift the current culture of hostility towards transgender people in the US. She hosts the WEBBY-nominated, TransLash Podcast as well as the investigative, limited series, The Anti-Trans Hate Machine: A Plot Against Equality. And last but not least - Dr. Tracy Pearson is back to give listeners all the legal advice they need to cope in the lawless world of Trumpmania. See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
25 Sep 1h 42min
Open Mic Night at the United Nations
In this episode, John talks about Trump’s rambling, whining, grievance filled speech at the UN General Assembly in New York. Then, he welcomes back legal analyst Dina Sayegh Doll and they discuss Jimmy Kimmel going back on the air, Trump’s whopper filled UN speech, and the prospect of Palestinian statehood. Next, he chats with Dr. Anahita Dua on Trump’s claims about the correlation between Tylenol and autism. Then lastly, Comedy Daddy - Keith Price joins the crew to answer calls about Jimmy Kimmel Live returning and Trump's latest democracy busting lunacy.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
24 Sep 1h 39min
Trump Just Saved Jimmy Kimmel Live!
John talks about Trump saving Jimmy Kimmel’s show, Trump & RFK Jr. claiming that there’s a correlation between Tylenol & autism, and the White House defending Tom Homan's bribery scandal after he accepted 50 grand from FBI agents. Then, he chats with Professor Corey Brettschneider on Trump forgetting about the oath and the office, Jimmy Kimmel’s show, and Pam Bondi's incorrect statement about hate speech. Then winding it up, John welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome and they joke with listeners about Jimmy Kimmel Live being back on the air and Kamala Harris' recent appearance on Rachel Maddow's MSNBC show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
23 Sep 1h 30min
Trump Schools the World on Mob Boss Tactics
John discusses the many screwball, insane, maniacal decisions coming from the Oval Office. The continuing effort by MAGA to make Charlie Kirk a glorified hero and worshipped saint. Donald Trump’s $15Billion lawsuit against the New York Times was thrown out of court for being, among other things, too long at 85 pages and full of tedious and irrelevant language. Trump pushing out US Attorney Erik Siebert for not inventing a crime to charge New York Attorney General Laticia James with. The continued fall out over Trump exercising his censorship rights and pushing out Jimmy Kimmel. And then of course, Trump trying to desperately distract from the Epstein files. Next, he talks with Producer Chris Hauselt about his strange MAGA run-in at the dog park. Then winding it up - Chris packaged up a special treat! Some audio clips from John's New York Times best selling book Separation of Church and Hate: A Sane Person's Guide to Taking Back the Bible from Fundamentalists, Fascists, and Flock-Fleecing Frauds See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
22 Sep 1h 15min
We're Still Here with Simon and Julie
Julie and Simon join John for a wide-ranging conversation: reflecting on Robert Redford’s cinematic legacy and his longtime allyship with Indigenous communities, unpacking the myth of ‘reverse racism,’ and celebrating California’s new bill aimed at keeping Native children with their families. They also take spirited listener calls, and share excitement over Indigenous Fashion Week (the first of its kind) earning a glowing Vogue feature as the standout showcase of the entire week! Migwetch (thank you) for listening!See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
20 Sep 41min
