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Weekend Interviews: Simon and Julie - Cliff Schecter Jan 11, 2025

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John talks with Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella for their "We're Still Here" segment. They discuss how native Americans are being blamed for the wildfires and talk about the blessings of President Jimmy Carter. Then John welcomes back Democratic strategist and Co-Founder and Partner at Blue Amp Strategies - Cliff Schecter to talk about Trump. He is an activist, best-selling author, podcaster, pundit and media advisor to candidates and causes.

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Honoring a Legendary Peanut Farmer Jan 10, 2025

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A flurry of news to go over today. First, John discusses the latest legal problems in the court cases of Donald Trump. Second, he talks about the historic funeral of President Jimmy Carter. And then he gives an update on the devastating wildfires in the Los Angeles area. John then speaks with Fernand Amandi who is a multilingual public opinion research and strategic communications expert. They talk about Trump's plans and the L,A, wildfires. Next, Rachel from L.A. calls in to tell her story about the wildfires there. And winding it up, John interviews novelist, non-fiction writer, TV show creator, and comic book author Brad Meltzer and they talk about his new book (co-written with and Josh Mensch) "The JFK Conspiracy: The Secret Plot to Kill Kennedy―and Why It Failed".

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The Wrath of Nature Jan 09, 2025

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John talks about the devastating wildfire in Los Angeles and the lies Trump and the GOP are spreading to blame DEMs for the disaster. Then, Bob Cesca is back to joke with John about Trump and other current news. Next, the God Squad returns. Desimber Rose and Dillon Naber Cruz discuss the life and legacy of President Jimmy Carter. And finally, John speaks with legal analyst Dr. Tracy Pearson and listeners about the California wildfires and the funeral of Jimmy Carter.

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Whoever Buys the Most Countries is King of the World Jan 08, 2025

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Today - John discusses Trump's "Gulf of America" speech with his promises to buy Greenland and take back the Panama Canal. Then, he's joined by Professor Cory Brettschneider to talk about Trump's legal woes and the Supreme Court. Next, John welcomes back political journalist and author David Corn to debate about the current news of the day and the new Bob Dylan movie "A Complete Unknown". Then finally, comedian Keith Price AKA "Comedy Daddy" is back to joke with listeners about pop culture and the current political landscape for Democrats.

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A Peaceful Transfer of Power Jan 07, 2025

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The monologue today is about the anniversary of January 6th. John then talks with Daily Beast columnist, Wajahat Ali about Trump and politics. And finally, he jokes with comedian Rhonda Hansome and listeners about current news.

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The Benefit of a Weaker, Bleaker Speaker Jan 06, 2025

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John discusses the election of Mike Johnson once again to be Speaker of the House. Then, he asks listeners their favorite song or movie from the past year and what they expect to come in 2025. And winding it up, John welcomes back TV's Frank Conniff to joke with the gang about pop culture and politics.

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Weekend Interviews: Simon and Julie - Max Burns Jan 04, 2025

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John talks with Simon and Julie for their "We're Still Here" segment. Simon Moya-Smith is an Oglala Lakota and Chicano journalist. He’s a contributing writer at NBC News and The Nation.com. Julie Francella is a mental health professional with over 30 years of experience in handling complex trauma with Indigenous youth and families. She is an enrolled member of the Ojibway of Batchewana First Nation Reserve, and teaches Indigenous Studies at Durham College, focusing on the impacts of colonization on First Nations people. They discuss the celebration of New Year's Day in indigenous cultures and the importance of President Jimmy Carter to American Natives. Then, John interviews democratic strategist and political columnist for CNN, MSNBC, The Hill, DAME Magazine, The Daily Beast and other national outlets - Max Burns and they chat about his new piece "What Does an America Without Democracy Look Like?"

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The Tell Tale Signs of a Simmering Civil War Jan 03, 2025

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John is back from the holidays. First, he talks about top MAGA leaders and the Tech Bros fighting over H-1B visas that allow highly qualified foreign workers to join the American workforce. Then, he discusses the arrest of MAGA extremist Brad Spafford after the FBI found the largest cache of explosives in FBI history at his farm; and the 2 horrific vehicle attacks - a pick up driving through a crowd in New Orleans and a Tesla Cybertruck explosion in front of the Trump hotel in Las Vegas. Then, John welcomes back 2 great guests: liberal and progressive American journalist and author - John Nichols. He is is The Nation’s national affairs correspondent, the associate editor of the Capital Times, and a co-founder of the national media reform organization - Free Press. And, American historian of Christianity and an advocate for progressive Christianity - Diana Butler Bass. She is the author of eleven books. Bass earned a PhD in religious studies from Duke University in 1991 with an emphasis on American ecclesiastical history, studying under George Marsden. They have a round house discussion about current politics and the death of President Jimmy Carter.

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FLASHBACK SHOW: Stephen Marche and Ron Perlman Jan 02, 2025

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John Interviews iconic actor Ron Perlman. They talk politics, some of his legendary roles and Ron's latest movie "The Last Victim". Next, John talks with Canadian writer, novelist, essayist, and cultural commentator Stephen Marche about the political divide in America, the design behind how January 6th played out, and the release of his latest book "The Next Civil War: Dispatches from the American Future".

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FLASHBACK SHOW: Johann Hari and Kelly Carlin Jan 01, 2025

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John Interviews British-Swiss writer and journalist Johann Hari who has written for The Independent and The Huffington Post. They discuss his book "Stolen Focus: Why You Can"t Pay Attention - and How to Think Deeply Again". Next, he has a chat with radio host, producer, and actress Kelly Carlin - the daughter of comedian George Carlin. They talk about her work on the special 4 hour documentary "George Carlin's American Dream" which is available on HBO Max.

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