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The Double Standard of Jared Crimes vs Hunter Crimes Jun 21, 2023

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John's monologue today talks about Hunter Biden reaching a deal with federal prosecutors on charges he failed to pay federal income tax and illegally possessed a weapon. The GOP is claiming a double standard comparing him to Trump - but where is the investigation of government employee Jared Kushner? He takes calls from Mary in Tennessee and Brian in Oregon. Then John interviews the Executive Director of Women's March - Rachel O’Leary Carmona and they discuss the upcoming March "Make Them Roe The Day" which happens on the anniversary of the day the Supreme Court failed the American people and stripped down reproductive healthcare rights. Next, John welcomes back Dr. Tracy Pearson to chat about current news. They chat with Bill in New Jersey, Trucker Steve, and Dylan in New Mexico.

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Juneteenth Special Pt 2: Lawrence Ross and Davante Lewis Jun 20, 2023

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More of the Juneteenth celebration as this time John speaks with Louisiana Public Service Commissioner Davante Lewis about his fight to help people of color in Louisiana's Cancer Alley which is the country's de facto headquarters for the petrochemical industry. Then he interviews author, lecturer, and historian Lawrence Ross. They discuss the similarities of today's GOP to the National Party in South Africa during apartheid. Other topics include the GOP attacking marginalized groups, killing AP African American studies, and squashing diversity, equity and inclusion.

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Juneteenth Special: Dr. Jason Nichols and Mustafa Santiago Ali Jun 19, 2023

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John talks with Doctor Jason Nichols who is an award winning full-time senior lecturer in the African American Studies Department at the University of Maryland College Park. They chat about the allegations against president Biden, the Trump indictment over classified documents, and 2024 presidential hopefuls. Then Sean from California calls to talk about Trump's indictment. And then John welcomes Mustafa Santiago Ali who is a thought-leader, strategist, policymaker and activist that is committed to the fight for environmental justice and economic equity. They discuss how people of color are disproportionally victimized by environmental and climate disasters and the Juneteenth holiday which he says celebrates the resilience of African Americans.

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Hollywood Comedy Party Jun 17, 2023

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John finishes up his week in Hollywood. He welcomes film producer/ actress Jody Hamilton and Jacki Schechner who is an on-air personality for The Stephanie Miller Show and Vice President for The AIDS Healthcare Foundation. They talk about current news and take calls from Stephen in Kentucky, Bill from New Jersey and Hack from Binghamton. Next, comedians Dustin Chafin, Sarah Halstead, and Rich Chassler chime in with LOTS of laughs. They chat with Mitch at Kent State, Beachside Bill, Mike in Brooklyn, and Samir in Philly. Then winding it up - a shocking round of The Unpopular Opinion Game.

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When Your Hands are Too Small for Handcuffs Jun 16, 2023

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More fun from the Sirius XM Hollywood studios. Today, John talks about the new revelation that Trump ignored his attorneys when they suggested a plea bargain in the espionage case. Plus, he dishes up a yummy plate of good news for a change. Then, Prof. Corey Brettschneider returns to discuss some interesting SCOTUS news, Trump's possible defense, and how this will play out if he wins the presidency again. And tons of laughter with John's Hollywood Comedy Panel: Jackie Kashian, Dustin Chafin, and Raja Michael. They chat about Trump, Daniel Penny's indictment, and the new accusations of sexual abuse towards Bill Cosby. Bill in New Jersey and Bruce in California call in. Finally comedian Lenny Shelton joins in and they all play John's unpopular opinion game.

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Arraign on Trump's Birthday Parade Jun 15, 2023

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John again broadcasts from Hollywood. His monologue this time focuses on Trump's birthday party whining and him predictably throwing Walt Nauta under the bus. Attorney Marie from Atlanta calls to weigh in. Next, political commentator and podcast host Bob Cesca returns to chat about Trump's indictment and his new Star Trek podcast with Mary Trump called "Trek Politics with Mary Trump and Bob Cesca". Then, comedians Rick Overton and actor Chris Pina return to discuss California Governor Gavin Newsom, Trump's arraignment, and other current news. They take calls from Brian in Oregon and Mike in Georgia.

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Donald’s Miami Rhapsody Jun 14, 2023

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John broadcasts in Hollywood this week and he discusses the Trump arraignment at the federal courthouse in Miami appearing to plead not guilty to a 37-count indictment that alleges he willfully retained classified documents after he left office. Sean from California calls in. Then he interviews author Chris Reddy to talk about his new book “Science Communication in a Crisis: An Insider's Guide". Next, comedian Rick Overton and actor Chris Pina join in for a roundhouse discussion about AI in music, the Writer's Guild strike, and the Trump arraignment. They chat with Rich in Indiana and Lisa in Michigan. Then he welcomes back legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson to talk about Trump's bail agreement, the secret service agents guarding him, and Judge Aileen Cannon.

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Arraignment Day in Miami Jun 13, 2023

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John this time discusses Trump's arraignment in Miami and the hypocrisy of the GOP claiming Trump did nothing wrong. He then speaks with attorney Marie in Atlanta about the indictment and Mary in Tennessee about the DEMS response to the charges. Then he interviews Rachel Nuwer about her new book “I Feel Love: MDMA and the Quest for Connection in a Fractured World” about the clinical promise of MDMA. Next, comedian/ primatologist Natalia Reagan joins him and they discuss homosexuality and sex changing in the animal kingdom. They take calls from Richard in Seattle about the possibility of Trump in jail. And wrapping it up, comedian Rhonda Hansome joins the fun. They take calls from Sean in California, Bill in New Jersey, Susan from Pennsylvania, and Charles in Miami.

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Indictment by the Numbers Jun 12, 2023

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John discusses the indictment of Trump over the classified documents he retained. He then talks with author John Blake about his new book “More Than I Imagined: What a Black Man Discovered About the White Mother He Never Knew". Next, Stephen from Kentucky calls in to talk about JFK and Trump. Then lastly, John interviews Dan Schlissel from Stand Up! Records about newly remastered Richard Pryor albums.

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Trump Charged with 37 Counts in Classified Documents Case Jun 10, 2023

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John Talks about the Trump indictment and the GOP's response to it. He takes a call from Jessica in Oregon about Steven King movies and Reverend Sandy from L.A. calls to chat about the murder rate dropping in the U.S. Next, Mike in Michigan speaks up about Republican homophobes targeting drag shows and Rachel in L.A. calls to discuss the Trump indictment. Then finally Keith Price returns to talk about current news and the Republican 2024 presidential hopefuls. They take listener calls from Thomas in Florida, Sean in California, Linda in Iowa, and Richie in L.A.

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