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Crashing Head First into the Debt Ceiling May 17, 2023

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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.

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Rudy Giuliani Accuser Reveals Bombshell News About Trump May 16, 2023

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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.

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The Right-Wing Revoltingly Fake Christians of the Week May 15, 2023

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John lists off the fake Christians that really piss him off. This time Crowd-funding platform GiveSendGo makes his list. They are raising money to support the man who choked subway performer Jordan Neely to death. Also on the list: Russia is planning to build a village for Conservative Christian Americans who are tired of liberal ideology. And he discusses the situation at the border with the lifting of Title 42 and chastises people who call asylum seekers "illegals". Theresa in Washington State calls to prove she is crazy AF and Mary Michael in Michigan calls to prove she is smart and sane. Then, Democratic strategist Max Burns returns to chat about the debacle of Trump's CNN Town Hall. Next, Mark in Wisconsin calls in to ponder about Republican decisions. And finally John interviews Jina Krause-Vilmar. She is president and CEO of Upwardly Global and they speak about Title 42 and Immigration.

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Special Comedian Panel - "What's So Funny About The News?" May 13, 2023

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For this special show - John brings in a comedian panel to have a roundhouse discussion on news of the week. Topics include Ageism, Trump's campaign and legal troubles, congressman George Santos being indicted, Facebook being shunned by Gen Z, and VP Kamala Harris getting a bad rap. Then John plays The Unpopular Opinion Game and winds it up with suggestions to inspire people. John's Comedy Panel this time: Jody Hamilton, Josh Carter, and Victor Shi.

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Town Hall Fallout May 13, 2023

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John talks about the horrid lies and the EPIC FAILS during Trump's Town Hall appearance on CNN. Then he welcomes back Prof. Corey Brettschneider and they chat about Trump's TV Rally on CNN - Christopher from California calls to talk with them. Next, Douglas in Chicago and Blake in Indiana both call in the on CNN Town Hall Folly. And finally he interviews the award winning senior lecturer in the African American Studies Department at the University of Maryland College Park - Dr. Jason Nichols on current news.

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White Supremist - Woman Hating - Grift Weasel Wednesday May 11, 2023

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John talks about the return of Senator Diane Feinstein after being out sick for 3 months. He also discusses the new Louisiana abortion ban, assholes celebrating Confederate Memorial Day, and George Santos who has been charged with wire fraud, money laundering, theft of public funds, and false statements to Congress. John takes calls from Sal in New Mexico on prosecuting people for rioting on January 6th. Then he speaks with political commentator Bob Cesca about Trump's appearance on CNN and the recent shootings in the news. Next John interviews New York Times Best Selling author Brad Meltzer on his book "I am Billy Jean King" being censored in school libraries in Florida. And finally - Comedy Daddy Keith Price returns and they talk about the news with Robert in California and Bruce in California.

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Trump's Many Liabilities May 11, 2023

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John talks about Trump as he was found liable for sexual abuse. Then Bob Hennelly joins to talk on healthcare needs as we reach the end of COVID Emergency Declarations protections. He takes some calls about David Pakman. Then finally he chats with Dr. Tracy Pearson to discuss Trump, Twitter, and Elon.

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Neo Nazis in Our Midst May 09, 2023

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John talks about the Texas mall massacre where a far right extremist butchered 8 people. The gunman was shot by a police officer who was already in the area on an unrelated call. Then. he welcomes back Reverend Barry Lynn and they discuss guns, porn, and Ron DeSantis. Next he takes calls from Nicole in Texas, Mark in Missouri, and Mark in Wisconsin on guns and the Texas mall shooting. And lastly, he interviews Playwrights Dean Edwards and Bret Raybould, about their new slapstick spoof play “RACE: The Movie – The Play”.

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Will The Proud Boys Flip on Roger Stone? May 08, 2023

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John talks about E. Jean Carroll assault and rape trial and he is joined by Dr. Jason Nichols who is the host of the podcast "The Working Class Elites" where he discusses politics, current events, race, class, and gender. They also discuss the tragic death of Jordan Neely on a New York City Subway, the bullying of trans people, and the 2024 Democratic candidates. Then he interviews British writer, historian and journalist Owen Mathews. He reveals his perspective on the war in Ukraine and they chat about his book "Overreach: The Inside Story of Putin's War Against Ukraine".

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Gordon Lightfoot and Smokey Robinson May 06, 2023

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John remembers the legendary Canadian singer-songwriter and guitarist Gordon Lightfoot who passed away on May 1st. This flashback interview was in 2020 when his documentary "Gordon Lightfoot: If You Could Read My Mind" was being released and the pandemic was in full force. Then John interviews the iconic singer-songwriter producer Smokey Robinson. They talk about his past with the Miracles and Motown; why sex is important at any age, and his new album "Gasms" which is now available for download at smokeyrobinson.com

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