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The Do-Nothing Congress and the Benefits of Helping Ukraine Fight Putin Apr 19, 2024

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John discusses Speaker Mike Johnson's dilemma in trying to work with Democrats to pass a foreign aid bill to help Ukraine while keeping peace with hard line MAGA sycophants like MTG who are threatening to oust him if he does bring the bill for a vote. He also points out the foreign aid will be primarily spent on weapons built here in the US thereby helping the economy. Then, he interviews Emmy-nominated and Writers Guild Award-winning comedy writer Jesse Joyce on his new book “Killing the Guys Who Killed the Guy Who Killed Lincoln: A Nutty Story About Edwin Booth and Boston Corbett”. And rounding it out - John brings back Julie Francella and Simon Moya-Smith for their Native Voices segments. They chat about indigenous culture and they also play another round of "Did You Know?" to wrap up.

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Performative Impeachments are "All The Rage" for GOP Outrage Apr 18, 2024

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John's monologue this time centers around the DO-NOTHING congress and the attempted impeachment of Homeland Security Secretary Alejandro Mayorkas. Then, he talks to actor, director, and podcast host Bob Cesca about the misfortunes of Trump and the importance of the National Popular Vote Interstate Compact. Next, John plays a clip of President Biden saying he will block the Japanese take-over of U.S. Steel and triple the tariffs on Chinese steel. And wrapping it up, he welcomes back legal analyst Dr, Tracy Pearson to chat about Trump's first few days at his criminal trial in New York and the forced sterilization of migrant women during the Trump Administration.

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Spotlight on Moscow Marge and Her Putin Praising Pawns Apr 17, 2024

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This time, John explodes GOP myths about crime, immigrants, and the economy - giving facts that support how well Biden is doing. He also discusses the mayhem in the House over passing the stalled foreign aid bills and pinpoints MTG and Thomas Massie as Putin's henchmen calling for Speaker Johnson to resign and doing everything they can to stop aid to Ukraine. Then, he brings back author and the Washington, D.C. bureau chief for Mother Jones - David Corn to discuss what he saw at Trump's first criminal trial in New York. Next, Lee Papa AKA The Rude Pundit returns to chat about Trump's trial and Speaker Mike Johnson's dilemma. Then rounding it out he takes listener calls on rude Trump nicknames and the feats and fails of Secretary Hilary Clinton.

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Sleepy Don Dozes Off in Court Apr 16, 2024

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John jokes about Trump's big first day in court at his Hush Money trial - lying and grifting during the breaks, and falling asleep at one point. Then, he talks about Iran's attack on Israel that was promised retaliation for an Israeli strike in Damascus, which killed seven officers from Iran's Islamic Revolutionary Guard Corps. Next, John welcomes back comedian Rhonda Hansome to poke fun at Trump's Speech about Gettysburg and take calls. And winding it up, he discusses with Rhonda how the media changed after the trial of O.J. Simpson.

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The Beginning of Trump's COUP Part 2 Apr 15, 2024

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This time John is broadcasting from his hotel room in Minneapolis as he hits the road with Stephanie Miller for the launch of their Sexy Liberal Save the World Tour. He talks about Speaker Mike Johnson visiting Mar-a-Lago to gain support from Trump and the ridiculous speech they gave about "election integrity". Then, he interviews Elizabeth Koh who is an investigative reporter for The Boston Globe. They discuss her new article which is an extensive look into the life of Airman Aaron Bushnell, who publicly took his own life by setting himself on fire in protest of Israel’s actions against the Palestinians in Gaza. Next, Stephanie Miller crashes into John's hotel room to trade jabs and jokes. They take calls from listeners and talk about O.J., Trump, and Bob Dylan. Then lastly, he welcomes back TV's Frank to join the fun. They chat with listeners about the death of O.J. and the demise of Donald Trump.

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Weekend Interviews: Dina Doll, Sarah Cart, and Eric Schlosser Apr 13, 2024

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John has 3 interviews for the weekend. First he speaks with attorney and legal consultant Dina Sayegh Doll about the death of O.J. Simpson and his Trial of the Century. Next, he interviews author and freelance journalist Sarah Cart about her new book "On My Way Back to You" which is a first-hand account of the rollercoaster world of lifesaving transplants and the unimaginable challenges Sarah faced as she struggled to manage her husband’s devastating illness. And finally, he chats with author and filmmaker Eric Schlosser about his new film "Food Inc 2" which focuses on multinational conglomerates that are still wreaking havoc on our farmers, consumers, health, environment, and laborers. This sequel takes a deeper look into what needs to be done to cause real change in our food industry.

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Expired O.J. Apr 12, 2024

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Today John talks about the death of OJ Simpson. He sprinkles in some Trump news too. Then, he interviews author, lecturer, and journalist David Masciotra on his new book “Exurbia Now: The Battleground of American Democracy”. In the book, he writes about the America of big box retailers, chain restaurants, monster trucks, and megachurches saying exurbia is becoming America’s greatest political battleground. Next, John takes some calls on Trump's recent mayhem and the shame and legacy of O.J. Simpson. Then finally, it's time for Native Voices with Simon Moya-Smith and Julie Francella. They chat about indigenous heritage, myths, and culture in North America.

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Trump's Abortion Distortion Contortion Misfortune Apr 11, 2024

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Today's monologue is focused on Trump's ever-changing non-committal stance on abortion and his antisemitic rhetoric on the war in Israel. Then once again, the great Bob Cesca joins John to chat about Trump's legal problems. Next, The God Squad returns to ponder the Arizona Supreme Court abortion ruling on abortion and take calls on religion. Then winding it up, Dr. Tracy Pearson is back with legal analysis on Trump and other current news.

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Arizona Supreme Court Serves Up Historical Draconian Abortion Law Apr 10, 2024

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Today, John talks about the recent Arizona Supreme Court ruling that a 160 year old Draconian abortion ban is still enforceable. He discusses how AZ Republicans are trying to remain ambiguous on their abortion stance knowing how unpopular this ruling is. Then, he welcomes back Prof. Corey Brettschneider and they chat about the Supreme Court stalling around Trump's immunity case. Next, he talks about Biden's speech on family leave and student loans. And finally comedian Paul Mecurio joins John and they joke about Trump and political comedy.

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Trump's Abortion Stance Changed 13 Times in the Last 25 Years Apr 09, 2024

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The monologue this time delves into Trump's big announcement that he is declining to endorse a national abortion ban. John also talks about the wonder of seeing the eclipse with his son Henry. Then, political strategist Max Burns once again joins the show to discuss the war in Israel and the backlash over Trump's wishy washy abortion announcement. Next, John takes some calls about the Pope denouncing trans people and the solar eclipse. Then rounding it out, comedian Rhonda Hansome is back to chat with listeners about the GOP, Trump, and the eclipse.

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