The Damage Report with John Iadarola

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Cowards! Sep 20, 2019

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The #GlobalClimateStrike begins, with over 5000 protests in more than 150 countries. Alberto Cairo LIVE on his new book 'How Charts Lie,' and how better understanding visual information can help us in 2020. Trump's 'secret promise' was asking Ukraine to investigate Biden, which Giuliani lied about - and then admitted - on CNN. Richard Ojeda LIVE on his stolen medical records and why he thinks those responsible are in the GOP's highest ranks. Betsy Devos asks Duke and the University of North Carolina to change their Middle East studies curriculum because it 'disproportionately portrays positive aspects of Islam.'

Cohosts: Francesca Fiorentini & Jayar Jackson

Guests: Alberto Cairo & Richard Ojeda

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Just TruDon't Sep 19, 2019

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Justin Trudeau appeared in blackface three times. Dr. Christine Mann LIVE on how she's planning to flip Texas' 31st district blue. Ashlee Marie Preston LIVE on Ed Buck's arrest after a 3rd overdosed man was found in his home. Lilly Adams LIVE on Trump reviving the nuclear arms race, and how Dems should position themselves on the issue of nuclear armament. AOC slams a NYT hit piece saying she's 'learning to play by DC's rules.' Trump made a 'secret promise' to a foreign leader, and is now blocking investigations into what his own intelligence IG said was a 'matter of urgent concern.'

Guests: Dr. Christine Eady Mann, Ashlee Marie Preston, and Lilly Adams

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Make America Greta Again Sep 18, 2019

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Greta Thunberg takes on U.S. Congress while the WH continues to roll back environmental protections. GLAAD Chief Programs Officer Zeke Stokes LIVE on the LGBTQIA+ Presidential Candidates Forum in Iowa this Friday. Dan Crenshaw comes for Bernie, whose new housing proposal was just released. Comedian Chuck Nice LIVE on how comedy can boost climate activism, and his stand-up show doing just that coming soon to NYC. Rep. Omar comments on trusting Trump on war with Iran, while Trump attacks her again, this time for dancing.

Cohost: Jayar Jackson

Guest: Zeke Stokes & Chuck Nice

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Dance Dance Devolution Sep 17, 2019

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Trump tries to appeal to the Latinx community and it goes as expected. Jordan Uhl LIVE on Trump saying he's willing to fight Saudi wars on their behalf because they 'pay cash,' and on Sean Spicer's Dancing With The Stars performance. Piper Perabo LIVE on the Kavanaugh allegations and the likelihood of his impeachment. Naomi Klein LIVE on her new book, On Fire: The (Burning) Case For a Green New Deal. A new political science study exposes the right-wing's mindset of chaos and destruction, and shines a light on the cult-like mentality of the Trump base.

Guests: Jordan Uhl, Piper Perabo, and Naomi Klein

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Corn Pop's Kernel Of Truth Sep 16, 2019

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Allegations that Brett Kavanaugh perjured himself mount and multiple 2020 candidates call for his impeachment. Biden faces skepticism over a story of him confronting gang leader 'Corn Pop' in the 60s. Krystal Ball LIVE on the Saudi oil field attack, a veteran telling Bernie that his medical debt makes him want to commit suicide, Bill Maher saying Klobuchar is a 'good compromise candidate' and the GM workers strike. Ben Shapiro defends Brett Kavanaugh, saying the allegations couldn't possibly be true because we don't know what Kavanaugh's penis looks like.

Cohost: Brooke Thomas

Guest: Krystal Ball

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Mike Pounce Sep 13, 2019

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Meghan McCain gets touchy about Joe Biden during the Dem Debate. The top 10 issues with Elizabeth Warren's campaign. ABC airs disturbing GOP ad attacking AOC. Robert Emmons Jr. LIVE on how he's planning to unseat the 26-year-incumbent in one of the most historic districts in the nation, Illinois' First. Trump's speech at a GOP retreat features a wide range of unhinged statements, such as saying light bulbs are the worst and calling House Minority Leader Kevin McCarthy a cow.

Cohost: Emma Vigeland

Guest: Robert Emmons Jr.

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Vape Nation Sep 12, 2019

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The Trump Administration readies ban on flavored e-cigarettes. Fred Guttenberg LIVE on his gun control meeting with Ted Cruz and Alyssa Milano, and the power of the NRA over Trump and McConnell. Peter Cary LIVE on the controversial new anti-depression drug Trump is urging the VA to buy. Jessica Jackley LIVE on the Conscience Coalition and how Aspiration can help build an economy based on good instead of greed. Krystal Ball is smeared by Rush Limbaugh and responds by slamming his misogyny.

Guests: Fred Guttenberg, Peter Cary and Jessica Jackley

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Remembering 9/11 Sep 11, 2019

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Remembering 9/11 and how it still affects our country 18 years later. Jose Caballero LIVE on Kamala Harris' VA proposal, and how he managed to get his Dem opponent in the CA-53 primary - a 20-year-Incumbent - to drop out. Evaluating Trump's claims about voter fraud and what is actually threatening our right to vote. AOC renews the impeachment debate, going after Senate Republicans. A referee tried to disqualify a high-school swimmer because of her swimsuit.

Cohost: Jayar Jackson

Guest: Jose Caballero

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2016 All Over Again Sep 10, 2019

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Hurricane Dorian updates. Trump says some Bahamian refugees are 'very bad people' and 'gang members'. Dary Rezvani LIVE on how he will unseat Devin Nunes and represent CA-22 in 2020. CBS releases a very misleading poll about Democratic primary delegates. As Congress comes back in session, only McConnell and Trump stand in the way of gun reform. Trump's feud with FOX News intensifies.

Cohost: Emma Vigeland

Guest: Dary Rezvani

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Beyond SharpieGate Sep 06, 2019

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The GOP cancels presidential caucuses and primaries in at least 4 states. Erica Vladimer LIVE on her race for NY-12 and why she's challenging a 14-term Democratic incumbent. Beyond SharpieGate, this obviously isn't the first time Trump has made stuff up out of thin air and then pressured his government to find 'evidence.' Reviewing The Reliant, a right-wing movie that mocks gun control. Comedian Anthony Jeselnik says that Trump's SNL appearance helped him win, and talks about how Lorne Michaels friendship with Trump has affected SNL content.

Cohost: Brett Erlich

Guest: Erica Vladimer

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