Kendrick's Konfused Konservatives
John’s monologue today is about Kendrick Lamar’s halftime performance at the Super Bowl and MAGA’s ridiculous response. Then, he speaks with Satya Rhodes-Conway. She is the 58th Mayor of Madison of Wisconsin. They talk about 133 U.S. mayors and local elected officials representing 25 million Americans who are calling on Congress to preserve clean energy tax credits & Protect Economic Benefits for Local Communities. Next, John jokes with political comedian and Podcast Host Pete Dominick on the GOP and the state of uncertainty. And lastly, he welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome. They chat with listeners on racism, pandering, and the Super Bowl.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
11 Feb 1h 26min
The Corrupted Influence of ELONgated MUSKrat
The monologue this time involves First Lady Elon Musk illegally dismantling USAID - firing thousands of employees and saying he will rehire DOGE staffer Marko Elez who resigned after The Wall Street Journal reported he had posted racist messages to X that included “normalize Indian hate”. Next, John talks with Democratic strategist Max Burns about his new piece in The Hill called "Congress must stand up to Trump’s USAID power grab — before it’s too late". Then finally, he welcomes back TV's Frank Conniff to chat with listeners about Elon, Trump, and his new "Mads are Back" show.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
10 Feb 1h 12min
Weekend Interviews: Simon and Julie - Marcus Baram
John interviews Marcus Baram who is Senior Reporter at Capital and Main. His work has appeared in The New Yorker, The New York Times, The Village Voice, New York magazine, and the New York Daily News. He has long documented economic inequality and the massive cuts to the social safety net Donald Trump and Russell Vought envision for America. They discuss his latest for Capital and Main - "Trump’s Budget Director Pick, on Path to Confirmation, Could Hurt Millions of Working-Class Americans Including MAGA Voters". Then, John once again chats with Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for their segment "We're Still Here". Simon is an Oglala Lakota and Chicano journalist. Julie is a mental health professional experienced in handling complex trauma with Indigenous youth and families. She is an enrolled member of the Ojibway of Batchewana First Nation Reserve. They talk about the racism surrounding the Kansas City Chiefs in the Superbowl and the Trump administration's desire to forcibly relocate Palestinians from Gaza which draws parallels to the forced relocations of indigenous people in America.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
8 Feb 1h 14min
The Anti-Jesus Christians at the Helm
John discusses Trump unveiling plans for an anti-Christian bias task force and the architect of Project 2025 being confirmed to run the budget office. He also talks about he administration's desire to forcibly relocate Palestinians from Gaza which draws parallels to forced relocations in America. Then, John interviews Leah Rothstein. Her expertise in the full range of housing policy - stems from more than two decades of experience as a consultant to affordable housing developers, local governments and as a community and union organizer. Leah teamed up with her father, "Color of Law" author Richard Rothstein, to write "JUST ACTION: How to Challenge Segregation Enacted Under the Color of Law". Then finally, John chats with the Evil Army of the Night about Trump's mayhem and the Jesus parts of the bible.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
7 Feb 1h 5min
And the Lawsuits Came Flying like Spit Wads from the Classroom
In this episode, John discusses the resistance from DEMS and the many different lawsuits being filed against Trump and his administration. He also talks about Trump's plan to give Gaza a white wash of ethnic cleansing. Bob Cesca then joins in to chat about Trump's waning honeymoon period and Elon Musk's durability. Next, it's the God Squad with Desimber Rose and Dillon Naber Cruz. They have a round house discussion about Republicans ignoring the Jesus parts of the bible. And then finally, legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson is back to joke with listeners about Trump and his minions.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
6 Feb 1h 13min
Trump's New Gaza Resort
John discusses Trump announcing his controversial plan to seize Gaza and relocate Palestinians, while Musk's unauthorized team infiltrates Treasury systems. He welcomes back Professor Cory Brettschneider to discuss the constitutional crisis and mounting resistance as billionaires attempt a government takeover. Next, John speaks with Diana Butler Bass about the intersection of religion and politics. And lastly, Comedy Daddy Keith Price joins the crew once again to chat with the Evil Army of the Night about pop culture; Trump's latest mishigas; and the dismantling of the government.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
5 Feb 1h 28min
Elon Steals Your Social Security Number
John talks about the latest madness, including Elon Musk stealing your data, speaks with writer Malu Halasa, chats with callers, and laughs with comedian Rhonda Hansome.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
4 Feb 1h 21min
Comedy Panel: Natalia Reagan, Agunda Okeyo and TV's Frank Conniff
John has his first COMEDY PANEL of the year - a round house discussion about politics and pop culture with anthropologist, primatologist, actor, producer, writer, host and comedienne Natalia Reagan; writer, producer and alchemist Agunda Okeyo; and writer, actor, comedian and producer - MST3K's Frank Conniff.See Privacy Policy at https://art19.com/privacy and California Privacy Notice at https://art19.com/privacy#do-not-sell-my-info.
3 Feb 49min
